Hey friends! Come and enjoy a brand new cocktail, the Banana Amoxicillin, mixed by the amazing mixologist, Sasha, as we celebrate Spring and the Season of Love, Lust, or both. We talk about the importance of regular STI testing and vaccinations and why these conversations need to be normalized. Stephen talks about his experience bearing it all at Wreck Beach, Vancouver's famous clothing optional beach, and Janelle shares her excitement over the Northern Lights.

In this conversation, Stephen and Janelle discuss their banjos (the things that bring them joy and meaning in life) and the importance of pursuing those passions. They also explore the challenges of finding fulfilling work and the role of human connection in the job search process. They emphasize the need to be open to opportunities, build relationships, and redefine how we define ourselves and others based on our jobs. The conversation ends with a call to skip small talk and focus on what brings us joy.

Janelle shares a recent experience at a performing arts show about finding joy and overcoming childhood trauma and abuse. Stephen reflects on his own childhood trauma and how he is learning to identify behaviours related to it. They share personal stories and explore the themes of healing, self-discovery, and finding joy. They also discuss the importance of setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and pursuing creative outlets. The conversation ends with a call to action for listeners to identify their own 'banjo' - the thing that brings them joy and fulfillment.

Janelle and Stephen talk about car expenses, the high cost of living, travel planning, mommy issues, and the importance of finding happiness. They share personal experiences and reflect on the impact of external validation and societal expectations. Both Janelle and Stephen highlight the value of travel in broadening perspectives and finding common ground with people from different cultures. They emphasize the need for self-validation and the pursuit of joy in life.

Oh, and F*ck the Banks!

Keywords

car expenses, cost of living, travel planning, mommy issues, external validation, societal expectations, happiness, travel, broadening perspectives, self-validation, joy

In this conversation, Stephen and Janelle catch up on Janelle's recent travels in Scandinavia. They discuss the concept of hygge and its importance in Danish culture. Janelle shares her experiences in Denmark and Sweden, including the tradition of fika. They also talk about the benefits of solo travel and making connections with new people. The conversation concludes with Stephen reflecting on his exhausting trip and experiencing FOMO. The conversation covers various topics related to post-trip experiences, cultural differences, body image, and missing loved ones. It also includes anticipation for a movie night and the joy of uncovering secrets in Europe.

In this episode of Convos and Cocktails, Janelle and Stephen and their guest Brennen discuss imposter syndrome, childhood trauma, navigating the professional world without a degree, the impact of upbringing on self-doubt, marriage and relationships, and strategies for surviving time changes while traveling. The conversation is candid and unfiltered, providing insights and personal experiences all while consuming an Old Fashioned made by Viktor in a hotel bar in Berlin.

Takeaways, in case you really need them 😂

In this episode of Convo's and Cocktails, Stephen and Janelle discuss various topics including upcoming travels, loneliness, solo travel, Valentine's Day, secret agents, and the importance of personal space.

Takeaways

Welcome friends. Come join us at our special table at Ressurection Distillery as we sip on a cocktail called the Golden Hour modified by one of our fave mixologists, Manjo. Our conversation revolves around Janelle's recent artist retreat, dealing with trauma, healing, change, and Stephen's penchant for people pleasing . It gets pretty deep, pretty fast so clutch those pearls and let's dive into the lives of two ordinary people just trying to make sense of the World and live their best lives.