Since we both just went on longer trips and as of this episode going live, we will be on a longer trip (Already Friends Podcast Trip to Costa Rica whoop whoop!), it was on our minds to prepare for longer travels.  This episode's topic goes way beyond just packing your suitcase. We also talk about preparing your home, the mental side, to-do lists, financial planning and other random tips that we have discovered that help us prepare for traveling so we have the best time and come home feeling refreshed.  
 Links: Robot Commits Suicide  Diary of A CEO - AI Video Ceara Book Rec: The Midnight Library by Matt Haig Black Zipper Bag for Suitcase Mandrn Fanny Packs - Code ‘allisonwetig15’ 
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How To Prepare For A Long Trip

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The girls are back this week with a new episode format called “Opinionated AF”, where Allison and Ceara give their opinions on the internets’ opinions.  Some internet drama and opinions they cover:the importance of asking for small favors and relying on communitywomen are single but choice but men aren’ta falling out between friends over a hand chain bracelet and the importance of communication in friendship
 Allison and Ceara also catch up on Ceara reconstructing her mom’s wedding dress, their experiences with social media comments, their recent trips to New York and Colombia, and more. 
 LINKS:  Lovell Faye Bridal - Wedding Dress Redesigner/Reconstruction  Day In The Life of a Wedding Dress Designer TikTok  Almost 30 ‘Clearing Conversation’ Episode 
 Opinionated Videos Featured:  Video #1: Is It Okay to Ask for Small Favors? Video #2: Men Aren’t Single By Choice Video #3: How I Lost a Friend Over a Piece of Jewelry 
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OPINIONATED AF: Asking for Favors, Being Single by Choice  and Losing a Friend Over a Bracelet

It’s the last Friday of the month, so you know what that means - a new WWYBD?! episode, where we answer listener submitted questions. Listeners can submit questions any time via our website, and then we pull questions to fit a specific theme. The girls give a proper catch up. Allison shares surprising (or is it not surprising at all?) updates about her extended time in Colombia! Ceara is planning her upcoming trip to New York for a fun wedding-related partnership.  
 Questions Answered:Tips on how to stop having a victim mentality?I hate my job and want to move to Hawaii. None of my friends will move with me. Is it too risky to move alone? I think it’s badass.I just found out one of my best friends from uni has moved to a new country without telling me - I know we drifted apart after uni, but I would have liked to say goodbye... My fiancé’s friend group has been leaving us off invites to events the last few months. I woke up this morning, saw all their stories, started crying about it and I feel like such a loser. It just hurts to feel like this and be in a literal group chat with them when they’re super mean. What should I do?
 Mentions: Megan Foutch’s Brand - Fait Par Foutch  Episode #11 with Megan from 2021 - Listen Here Ceara’s Dress Designer Friend: Lovell Faye  Lovell Faye Bridal on Instagram and Inquiry Form 
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WWYBD?! Tough Love On Victim Mentality, Relocating Across The World and Growing Apart From Friends

Julia Broome is a 28-year-old influencer on the rise. However, she wouldn’t describe herself that way - she would say she is an educator, which is true, but we’re obsessed with her personally and so is everyone else because she’s such a delight!  Born and raised in California, Julia has been around the industry her whole life. Her first internship was with a wellness influencer and it was incredibly impactful to launching her career. Today, Julia does social media management, brand building, consultations, website design, SEO strategy, assists clients with product launches, brand deals, partnerships and more.  In this episode, Julia shares insights on building an online presence, tips for someone looking to hire a social media manager and how to become a social media manager yourself. She even has two courses through her SOSH School, which are designed to help with that step by step! We wrap up with candid conversations about the pros and cons of social media accessibility, self-care, keeping up with crazy schedules, grounding techniques and why it’s so important to support your small business and creative friends.  
 MENTIONS: Julia Broome Instagram Julia Broome TikTok SOSH - The Social Media Planner SOSH School - Courses

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BTS of Being A Celebrity Social Media Manager with Julia Broome

In this conversation, Allison and Ceara review the episodes from this year's 8 Dimensions of Wellness series and discuss the key takeaways from each guest.  Guests from the 2024 series include: Environmental Wellness with Ansley Emerson Career Wellness with Sam Noddle Physical Wellness with Grace Frisella Nutritional Wellness with Liv Kaplan Spiritual Wellness with Emma MarschallIntellectual Wellness with Ceara + Allison Social Wellness with Lindsay Hornecker Emotional Wellness with Hannah HeidelSpiritual Wellness with Emma MarschallFinancial Wellness with Amber Frankhuizen
 The main theme that emerges is the importance of finding balance and sustainability in all aspects of life. There will always be challenges, changes, highs and lows - so how can you incorporate these habits into your lifestyle so that you can lead a healthy happy life in every season. PS - This was probably the longest catch-up/girl chat we’ve ever had so if you’re in the mood for laughing, then you'll enjoy the first 30 minutes!  
 LINKS:  Yoga Place in Fresno, California - Tower Yoga, The Mandala  Pitch Pizzeria in Dundee  Lark Skincare  
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8 Dimensions of Wellness Series Recap + Catching Up

168: The last, but certainly not least, episode in our 8 Dimensions of Wellness Series! Finishing off the series with a fun money conversation with Amber Frankhuizen was incredibly inspiring. She is the Founder, CEO, & Chief Strategist at AFMKTG. Her agency fills an unmet need in the market, merging the realms of art and real estate development to create and build edgy and elevated brands. Through her podcast, Old Money, Amber is on a mission to heal the financial fight-or-flight response by providing easy investing techniques for beginners and taking the fear out of managing one's finances. She also specializes in creating additional revenue streams and shares invaluable insights into navigating the world of luxury business. Amber discusses the importance of seeking inspiration and expanders in your life, overcoming jealousy and comparison, and changing money habits and stories. She emphasizes the need to treat money as a resource and tool, how to build capacity for wealth and success, treating your business like a business, the importance of setting healthy career boundaries, strategies for moving up in income brackets, and avoiding the golden handcuffs. 
 CHAPTERS: (00:00) Introduction to Financial Wellness (19:07) The Connection Between Emotions and Money (23:13) Practical Strategies for Managing Finances (26:45) Overcoming Limiting Beliefs About Wealth (29:39) Shifting Mindset: Focusing on Resources, Joy, and Freedom (30:35) Neutralizing Money: Viewing it as a Resource and Tool (32:27) Developing the Capacity to Hold and Manage Money (34:04) Avoiding the Trap of Golden Handcuffs (37:30) Healthy Boundaries and Prioritization in Business (45:31) Empowering Individuals to Build Their Own Wealth with Old Money Podcast 
 MENTIONS: Alta Bakery - Monterrey, CA Amber Book Rec - Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel Loud Budgeting Article Old Beater Car TikTok The Cape, A Thompson Hotel in Cabo Amber’s Instagram - @amberincalifornia AFMKTG Instagram - @afmktg AFMKTG Website Old Money Podcast  
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How To Prepare For A Long Trip

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