In Between

It’s time to tackle your burning questions! We’ve gathered your audio messages and written queries, and we’re answering them live on the podcast. Join Astrid and Alexis as they dive into actionable strategies for career growth, from hiring your first assistant to acing job performance reviews and getting that promotion! Plus, they’ll share tips on deepening friendships through genuine vulnerability and meaningful conversations. Tune in for insightful advice and personal stories designed to help you elevate your career and enrich your relationships.

Episode Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Life Updates

11:42 Hiring an Assistant

18:48 Making a Career Pivot

24:39 Going Deeper in Relationships

28:34 Leading with Curiosity in Conversations

34:22 Navigating Job Reviews and Proposing Title Changes

45:30 Using Pinterest as a Morning Habit for Inspiration and Visualization

50:39 Changing Editing Styles as a Photographer: Maintaining Trust with Clients

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We’re back from summer break, and honestly, it was exactly what we needed! Alexis is getting real about routines, long-distance marriage, and navigating her independence, while Astrid’s Euro summer was full of big mindset shifts and self-discovery. We’re talking about the power of pressing pause, reconnecting with our creativity, and the messy, beautiful growth that came with it all—because sometimes you’ve gotta step back to move forward.

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Join Alexis and Astrid as they dish on their best and worst investments, from real estate and beauty treatments to home decor and education. Hear their personal stories and get insights on making smart, self-care-focused decisions. Whether you're curious about the latest trends or just looking to make better buying decisions, we hope this conversation will help you navigate the world of spending and investing with confidence.

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We've all had feedback that hurt our feelings and dealt with negativity. It sucks, but we can also learn from it. Tune this week as Alexis and Astrid explore the complexities of receiving and processing criticism, understanding its source, setting boundaries, and managing emotional responses. With practical tips and real-life advice, they also touch on the impact of criticism in creative industries and the psychology of negative feedback.

Episode chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Handling Criticism and Negativity

02:17 Life Updates and Challenges

08:04 Navigating Long-Distance Marriage and Relationship Shifts

15:04 Embracing the Unknown and Surrendering to In-Between Phases

42:49 Setting Boundaries and Practical Phrases for Handling Criticism

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We're back with another episode on de-influencing your choices! This conversation dives into the psychological impact of influencer culture on consumer behavior, financial decisions, and lifestyle choices. It explores the normalization of luxury, the pressure to keep up with trends, and the validation sought through material possessions. Astrid and Alexis also share personal experiences and insights on de-influencing, intentional spending, and setting financial priorities.

Episode Chapters

00:00 Navigating the Influence: Social Media and Consumer Behavior

17:32 The Authenticity Challenge: Content Creation and Mental Well-being

21:57 Intentional Living: Balancing Personal Content and Product Promotion

24:37 The Psychological Impact of Influencer Culture on Consumer Behavior

29:10 De-influencing: Intentional Spending and Financial Priorities

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This week's episode of the In Between is extra special because it's a community episode! Astrid and Alexis are joined by four listeners as they discussing living an intentional life in theirs 20s and 30s. Topics include growing a community, starting over, discovering what you're passionate about, motherhood, big dreams, and book recs! 

Episode Chapters

07:00 Current in betweens of life and career

16:50 Finding community and new friendships

29:30 Being in different seasons of life with your friends

39:02 Finding joy in the journey

41:36 Self-discovery and self-acceptance

45:49 Pursuing happiness amidst uncertainty

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Chapters

This ones for our anxious girlies. Anxiety can often times be an indicator that something is out of alignment in our lives, whether it's habits, job, relationship, or internal beliefs. Or our mind starts thinking about the future or all of the possibilities and we get overwhelmed. You are not alone! On this episode, Astrid and Alexis open up about how they manage their own anxiety along with specific rituals that help them feel empowered to take action vs. letting the anxiety consume them.

Episode Summary

00:00 Introduction to Anxiety and its Impact

11:10 Recognizing and Addressing Root Causes of Anxiety

19:17 Taking Action: Alleviating Anxiety through Empowerment

21:49 Support Systems: The Role of Therapy 

23:34 Anxiety in Relationships

26:16 Balancing Planning and Living in the Present

35:23 Creating a Peaceful Living Space

40:48 Asking for Support in Managing Anxiety

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Who better to coach you through business decisions than your business bestie? We are taking you behind the scenes this week as we navigate a few "in betweens" in our personal businesses! Coaching comes natural to us, so we are both getting into the hot seat and coaching each other to clarity. We cover how to expand a new revenue stream, marketing a new offer, offboarding clients, starting small, and launching a community!!

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Friends, we were due for a catch up!! Alexis and Astrid catch up on their recent experiences, with Alexis sharing her trip to Europe on a her first luxury cruise and Astrid discussing her viral TikTok video of her best friend's proposal. Sit back and enjoy this chat with your girlfriends!

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It's time to take out the trash!!! Taking the time to reflect on our mental trash, physical space, and relationships/environment can bring a sense of peace and clarity to our lives. In this episode, Alexis and Astrid discuss spring cleaning habits in various areas of life and share their personal experiences as well as offer practical tips for decluttering and organizing. They emphasize the importance of setting boundaries, letting go of "shoulds", and nurturing positive relationships. It's time to take take small, manageable steps towards your goals and prioritize self-care!!

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