Hey, you know we love Gen Z on this podcast but they're coming for our emojis. [Insert laughing cry face here]. There's one emoji specifically that they say come across as passive aggressive in a professional setting. We'll talk about that as well as what some experts call the 'rule of thumb' when it comes to emojis in professional communication. Let's check your emoji use, what's your most frequently used emoji?

We're talking nutrition this morning and the barriers people find between them and a healthier habits. We'll explore things like convenience, availability, cost, and taste. We'll also talk about the barrier of basic nutritional information that can be both overwhelming and sometimes misleading thanks to diet culture. What are the biggest barriers standing between you and more nutritious eating habits?

Yesterday was World Mental Health day. Today, we are talking about multiple surveys shining light on concerning stats about Americans’ mental health. We're also sharing how removing alcohol has impacted each of our mental health. Some of the barriers to mental health care, why it's difficult for some people to seek help and some things you can do for your own mental health are also in today's episode.

Our physical mailbox has been full of holiday shopping catalogs all week. Our digital inbox is the same. The big box stores are already touting their deals and sales. We're sharing our take on what they call 'Christmas Creep'. What about you? How early is too early or maybe it's never too early?

It feels like there are 2 groups of people in October. The 'all in for fall' types and the 'I can’t let go of summer' types. Which group are you in? We’re talking about our fall fun weekend and why it feels like we need a break. It’s been a wild year, do you feel like you need a break?