In Week 65, Genn and Millie discuss the paradoxes they are encountering in life right now. They share about both light and dark moments in an effort towards vulnerability. They share about the concept of a beginner's mindset and the need to extend grace and gratitude to your self. 

Follow Up: 

 -Process through your paradoxes. What are the positive and negative emotions you are experiencing right now? What are the challenges and what are the joys in this moment? 

-Encourage yourself by adopting a beginner's mindset. Extend gratitude and grace to your self during this time. 

For information regarding the topic discussed or for resources mentioned in the podcast, follow us on Instagram @GennandMillie or reach out to Tess at [email protected]

In Week 64, Genn and Millie continue to adapt to a VIRTUAL recording space to about the pandemic that is COVID-19. They discuss how different generations are responding to the virus, as well as some simple practices for wellbeing and personal growth during this time. 

Follow Up: 

 -What is something you've been putting off that you could task yourself with during this time? 

-Find a small moment of 'nexting' to invigorate your new schedule. 

-Try replying "why not" to more things. Take chances. Try something new. Put yourself out there in a way you might not normally do so. 

For information regarding the topic discussed or for resources mentioned in the podcast, follow us on Instagram @GennandMillie or reach out to Tess at [email protected]

In Week 63, Genn and Millie go VIRTUAL to talk about the pandemic that is COVID-19. They share about how their strengths have been at work amidst this massive life upheaval and practices that they have found helpful when adjusting to the 'new normal'. 

Follow Up: 

 -Which of your strengths has felt burdensome in this midst of this pandemic? Which of your strengths has really shined? 

-Take some time to do values reflection. Amidst the uncertainty, people have been questioning their identity and worth. Reflecting and acting upon your values is a grounding practice during uncertain times. 

-What is one growth practice you would like to try this week? Is there a wellbeing practice you have always wanted to try but never had the time? What is one way you could care for yourself? 

For information regarding the topic discussed or for resources mentioned in the podcast, follow us on Instagram @GennandMillie or reach out to Tess at [email protected]

In Week 62, Genn and Millie talk about what it looks like to truly live from a strength-based perspective. They talked about the need to be an encouragement to the people around them and how they may naturally encourage a bit differently based on their strengths. 

Follow Up: 

 -What is an image or a place that makes you feel safe? 

-What is one way you can encourage this week? Think about who, where, or how you could encourage? 

For information regarding the topic discussed or for resources mentioned in the podcast, follow us on Instagram @GennandMillie or reach out to Tess at [email protected]

In Week 61, Genn and Millie went LIVE. They share about their recent vacations. In doing so, they discuss the concept of 'risk' and who they would inform or include when they choose to do something a little risky.

Follow Up: 

 -If you are about to do something risky, who do you inform and why? If you were to include someone in your risky decision, who would you include and why? 

For information regarding the topic discussed or for resources mentioned in the podcast, follow us on Instagram @GennandMillie or reach out to Tess at [email protected]

In Week 60, Genn and Millie discuss expectations along generational lines. They talk about what prevents them from taking risks and why we don't celebrate more. 

Follow Up: 

 -What prevents you from taking risk? Is there something in your life that you have felt called to step out on, but have been unwilling to take the risk? What is one step you could take towards that calling today? 

-How do you celebrate? How do you best like to be celebrated? How do you celebrate others? 

For information regarding the topic discussed or for resources mentioned in the podcast, follow us on Instagram @GennandMillie or reach out to Tess at [email protected]

In Week 59, Genn and Millie share feedback from last episode's prompt, '7 pieces of you'. They also share the most random job they've ever held. 

Follow Up: 

 -Write and send us your "7 pieces of you" (7 details about who you are). 

-Share the most random job you've ever had (bonus points if you can find a picture!).

For information regarding the topic discussed or for resources mentioned in the podcast, follow us on Instagram @GennandMillie or reach out to Tess at [email protected]

In Week 58, Genn and Millie share their words of the year with each other. 

Follow Up: 

-What is your word of the year? What will be different if you live the next year demonstrating this word? (WYLD Leadership)

 -Write and send us your "7 pieces of you" (7 details about who you are). 

For information regarding the topic discussed or for resources mentioned in the podcast, follow us on Instagram @GennandMillie or reach out to Tess at [email protected]

In Week 57, Genn and Millie talk about the decline of the family Christmas letter. They discuss the need for a balance between rest and rhythm. They also share about areas of growth in their life over the past year- both in what they have done and how they have changed. 

Follow Up: 

 -Share your moments of growth in 'doing' (what you've done/accomplished) and 'being' (how you've grown/changed) this year? 

For information regarding the topic discussed or for resources mentioned in the podcast, follow us on Instagram @GennandMillie or reach out to Tess at [email protected]

In Week 56, Genn and Millie discuss the holidays. They share a bit about how holidays have changed respectively over the course of their lifetimes. They also work through the cultural expectation of consumerism at this point in the year, and discuss ways to be more intentional and present. 

Follow Up: 

 -How have holidays changed over the course of your lifetime? Do you believe this change is due to generational shifting, a natural change of relationships, or something else? 

-How are you taking care of yourself in the midst of the busy holiday season? What nourishes your soul? 

For information regarding the topic discussed or for resources mentioned in the podcast, follow us on Instagram @GennandMillie or reach out to Tess at [email protected]