Clarity Cafe Podcast

Some episodes ago, clarity sisters Barb and Cali gave us thoughtful advice on asking for help. In this episode, they take the topic a step further by diving into productive ways of receiving help. Many of us like to grit our teeth and act like we’ve got it all handled, but in those moments when you know you need a helping hand, how well are you able to actually receive it? Do you micromanage the help you’re given? Are you specific about what you need? Are you kind to yourself or do you judge yourself for needing some assistance? This is a juicy topic that can help you learn how to turn to your community when you need to, and accept their help with gratitude for them and for yourself. 

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In this episode of Clarity Cafe, Barb and Cali wake our minds up to the importance of sleep and sleep rituals. If you often find yourself singing the 3AM blues, then you’ll definitely want to tune in to this episode. They cover everything from why sleep is necessary not just for our bodies, but our brains as well, and how to set ourselves up for a fabulous night of rejuvenating rest. As always, take what works, leave what doesn’t, but be sure to listen in, because you deserve to wake up everyday feeling bright-eyed and renewed.

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Ever notice how the vibe we put out there can spread like the game of telephone through our home or workplace? No matter our emotion—whether it’s stress, anger, or happiness—our mindset can not only influence other people’s emotional state, it can also boomerang right back to us. In other words, the vibe we send out, is the vibe we get back. Come from a place of relaxation or neutrality however, and you’ll find that you approach situations more mindfully, creatively, with greater clarity, and without affecting anyone else’s state of mind. Cool, right? But how do you do it? Listen to this episode and find out!

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Raise your hand if you’ve ever been in a situation where your expectations led you down a path of disappointment. We can see all of the hands from here! We’ve all been there. Whether it’s expectations we have of ourselves, of certain relationships, or of certain situations. Expectations can be sneaky too in that we’re not always even conscious of having them. In this episode, Cali and Barb walk us through ways to focus on goals rather than expectations. Doing this can bring about more satisfying and genuine outcomes that don’t carry the stress and anxiety that all too often accompany our expectations. Listen in and start translating your expectations into goals today!

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Welcome back! It’s our third season here at Clarity Cafe and we’re excited to dive right back into all the good stuff! For our first episode of the season, we’re launching right into the nitty gritty of speaking our truth. It can be challenging and uncomfortable, yet it is incredibly valuable to ourselves and our relationships. Clarity sisters Barb and Cali lay out the steps to follow in order to pursue the self-inquiry required to pursue your truth—even when you’re feeling triggered by a person or situation. Listen in for some thoughtful guidance and, as always, some much needed clarity.

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In this final episode of Season Two, Cali and Barb dig into the juicy topic of picking a partner that raises you up rather than brings you down. Regardless of the type of relationship you seek, it’s important to bring awareness to patterns you might be repeating and the types of people you’re manifesting. If you’re currently in a relationship, how do you usually feel after an interaction with your partner(s)? Do you feel supported, content, loved? Are you able to be your authentic self around your partner(s)? Cali and Barb speak thoughtfully about the nurturing nature of healthy relationships, as well as what to do if we think our partnership is becoming dysfunctional or toxic. Listen in as our fearless co-pilots once again share their experiences and wisdom.

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Moment of truth: Do you shrink a little bit when someone compliments you? Do you deflect and compliment them right back? Do you clam up and shutter from those seconds in the spotlight? We hear you. In this episode, Cali and Barb, with a little help from their friend Will (who also happens to be co-host on A Little Bit of Chill Podcast), address the challenges of giving and receiving compliments. They each share their own personal hurdles when it comes to giving and receiving compliments, and chat about ways to overcome them. Be sure to listen in so that the next time someone notices something awesome about you, you can be present, take it in, and simply say thank you.  

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Fiercely independent. Does that describe you? If you’re out there nodding your head in agreement then this episode is particularly important. We all seem to celebrate this notion of being totally self-reliant, but asking for and receiving help when you need it is also worthy of praise. Cali and Barb share their personal stories of how they came to terms with how and when to ask for a little assistance. Let’s face it, sometimes the struggle is real, and when it is, it’s important to look to your community (whether online or in person), to get the help you need. 

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Be honest, are you “shoulding” yourself? Are you like many of us who spend way too much time telling ourselves what we should do rather than what we authentically want to do. We can get a case of the “shoulds” about everything, from minor choices— “I should wear this boring outfit over the one that I really love (heart emoji) because it’s more age-appropriate”—to major life decisions— “I really want to take a year off to travel but I should go right to work after college”. In this episode, Cali and Barb get into “shoulding” territory by helping us shift our mindset so we can recognize when we’re only doing something because we think it’s what’s expected of us. They help to decipher the difference between doing something out of obligation or out of a sense of service, and they lovingly help us remove the heavy judgement that always seems to accompany a “should”. Listen in and get some clarity on how to leave the “shoulds” behind, and find the beauty in making choices based on the present moment. 

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