Hot Mess Happy Hour

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We put off things that could actually make us feel better if we just did it. Usually these tasks take an hour or less and us procrastinating doing it usually takes more hours, wasting time you could have just completed a task. Here are a few quick tips on bribing yourself and taking phone privileges away for an hour or less until your task is done. JUST DO IT! And feel better after. I got you. :-) 

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Welcome to part two of my favorite introvert friend talking about her most hot mess stories! My introverted gal talks about dealing with an active shooter and getting put in lockdown at a mall in a Victoria's Secret storeroom. She ended up on the news! Then she unpacks some shocking stories about her most unhinged ex-boyfriends and we are happy she left them all behind for her current husband! We love her! 

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I am amazed (she agreed) and excited to have my favorite introvert friend on this podcast episode and so proud of her for doing it with me! TWO EPISODES! She explains the meaning of what a social battery is and how to protect your time and not drain it for things that are not worth it. She also discusses making friendships as an introvert and the challenges of choosing the right people to spend your time with. She takes us back to her college days with some hot mess stories about insane roommates and how she managed to protect her boundaries in spite of all of it. I really appreciate her friendship so much and I know this was hard for her to do, so her name has been changed, just in case, to Jinxie. I also assign new names to her children, but you'll see I did not pick winners there. lol. It's a fun ride! 

Pour a glass and enjoy! xxoo Susan 

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Not getting enough Zzzzzzzzs? We are WIRED but TIRED! Sleep is so hard already and if you have ADHD, ferrgetaboutit! But seriously, there are a few ways to better power down that fun-loving over-working ADHD brains. We are night owls by nature, so you may always go to bed a little later than the average Joe, but let's try to move up our bedtime by five minutes each night until we achieve a midnight (or earlier) bedtime. I need to do this! I am usually pushing 1 AM and then getting up at 8 AM is a big bummer. Set the mood, have low lighting, don't watch stressful news before bed, turn off that phone an hour before (I know, I know, that is harder done than said and I struggle too, but try it!), Use an eye mask or get light-blocking curtains! Buy a luxury pillow and silky cover to make your bed more appealing, don't eat too late and especially no sugar in the evening. Try a magnesium supplement if your doctor is okay with this. Stay calm and sleep on! We all need more sleep. Wishing you a good night! Zzzzzzzzzzzz

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We all need friends! Even the most introverted people need at least one or two friends. Ya gotta! The phrase "Live together Die alone" comes to mind. It means survival, success, and meaning depend on unity and community. Studies show that people with close friends and relationships lead healthier and live happier lives. I know I'm more happy when I am with good friends. 

When you are young, especially in school, making friends is easy and effortless. But as an adult, it is harder to meet people, much less spend enough time to develop these types of close relationships. Adult friendships require WAY more effort. Listen in as I describe different types of friendships and try to break down ways to build new relationships or strengthen the ones you have. 

And remember, you got a friend in me. (It's also a song) <3

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Welcome back my fellow hot messes! This episode I am joined by one of my closest friends who also identifies as a hot mess. But Maria has unique systems to help her thrive, despite being not super together at all times, and she is willing to share them with us! If you were ever stranded somewhere, Maria is the person you will hope you are with as she has all the supplies needed to survive almost any situation! 

As always, thanks for listening and enjoy the show! 

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Norm is back and telling the story of how, after getting rejected by the cashier at the bagel place, he met his beautiful wife Marie, starting with a blind date at a U2 concert. Using U2 tickets could be used as a good way to get dates! We also delve into his past where he falsely claimed to be a professional bikini stylist and his petty criminal past as a strainer thief at bars. Your secret is safe with us Norm! (and a few thousand listeners. Shhhh)  He also shares an alarming tale of how he alarmed hotel staff with his personal alarm. So many red flags Norm! But this is why you are a repeat guest and fit in perfectly with this here Hot Mess Happy Hour. Cheers! 

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My car-less friend Norm meets up with me on a Vespa, to tell us about his time at Improv Summer camp and explains their Kitty Cat Careers game. He was slightly traumatized by 'Onesie Karaoke,' which I have not personally ever participated in, but no judgement. I discuss tipping over canoes and bailing out with a Solo cup. We also briefly meet former NBA basketball referee Woody, who is also a Canes fan. In closing, we want folks, especially musicians, to know that it is both normal and healthy to sweat! This is a safe space where all are welcome! Please join us! 

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Welcome to part 2 of my happy hour with my friend the famous true crime podcaster Javier Leiva! I knew him before Pretend was just a twinkle in his eye. In this episode, Javier tries to talk me into being a cult leader, discusses his near shark attack, funeral etiquette, name drops his high school buddy Pitbull and a few other celebrities, and explains Brazilian butt lifts to me. He also offers his hot take on dental plans and Cuban doctors. Apparently no topic is off the table in this exciting part 2 episode! Please join us! 

And, listen to Pretend, a more pulled together podcast than ours, but my hot mess friends will still love it! Javier is good people! 

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My long-awaited Emmy-award winning guest Javier Leiva from the popular Pretend Podcast joins me on Hot Mess Happy Hour with breaking news! He has been officially diagnosed with ADHD and can join our tribe of hot messes! He discusses how Pretend got its start and how his true-crime series ended up being featured in the New York Times, BBC, and New York Magazine. He also discusses several airline antics and offers a PSA warning not to travel with me... like ever. Things happen. A lot. You'll also learn why not to consume a large amount of beets before flying cross country from Seattle to Raleigh. This is the first part of a two part series with our special guest. 

Our next episode will drop next week where we continue the fun with Javier and discuss cult leaders, BBLs, close encounters with sharks, meeting Michael Jackson, and attending a stranger's funeral. Stay tuned! 

And listen to the Pretend Podcast, going almost for 10 years now! It is awesome and on my list of favorites. <3

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