Juggling Life

Juggling Life

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  • FINALE - I am a bit sad.. Listen to some realizations. (S1-E8)

    THE LAST EPISODE OF THE SEASON!

    It honestly feels like an accomplishment. 

    Season 2.... It's happening. 

    Thank you for being my thought processes dumping ground. And really just a great creative outlet for me. 


    Juggling this... as you have heard.... well I dropped some balls. But I did my best, and had a lot of self growth along the way. 


    Next season the goal is to be more intentional... But, you never know! e


    Thank you for listening to my car ride rants... And I will catch you all next season <3

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    MY FAVORITE PODCASTS THIS YEAR

    (None are affiliates or sponsors)

    • The Michelle Obama Podcast
    • Nice White Parents - Serial
    • American Coyote - Imperative
    • Secular Buddhism - With Noah Rasheta
    • The Moth - PRX
    • Crime Junkie - Audiochuck
    • The NPR Politics Podcast - NPR
    • This American Life

      • WHAT GOT ME THROUGH THIS YEAR

      (None are affiliates or sponsors)

      • Novel by Matt Haig. The Midnight Library
      • Podcast Secular Buddhism. By Noah Rasheta - https://open.spotify.com/show/3lbH5Ulpvc9hyLmyoj1UUF
      • Yoga with Adriene - https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene
      • Quick meditation for stress - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZToicYcHIOU
      • Sleep affirmations - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_eU3nHz_e34
      • Book by Rhonda Byrne. The Secret.
      • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 800-273-8255

        • GUESTS THIS SEASON

        You can connect with Alex Groves on:

        Spotify(Podcast): It’s Common  https://open.spotify.com/show/31xRx9Dk4xKeetFnbaZCk1

        Anchor: It’s Common

        Instagram:@the_optimisticbee

        You can connect with Ciara Pilkinton on:

        Youtube: Wandering Woman  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBufoatrI-3gb6adBEPNo_g

        Instagram: @_wanderingwoman_

        You can connect with Mallory Bates on:

        Instagram: @mallorybates

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        Recorded 12/13/21

        Released 2/7/22

        39 min
      • Pet Mom -Vet Visit- Social Pressures (S1-E7)

        If you want to know a couple books that helped me gain a more clear understanding of social structures and pressures...here ya go! My knowledge if forever growing and changing. Please feel free to comment and share any knowledge or information to help me grow and learn!


        Race and Racisms. A Critical Approach. By Tanya Maria Golash-Boza 

        https://www.amazon.com/Race-Racisms-Critical-Approach-Second/dp/0190889438/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=Race+and+Racisms.+A+Critical+Approach.+By+Tanya+Maria+Golash-Boza&qid=1639450756&sr=8-3


        Social Inequality in a Global Age. By Scott Sernau

        https://www.amazon.com/Social-Inequality-Global-Scott-Sernau/dp/1544309317/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Social+Inequality+in+a+Global+Age.+By+Scott+Sernau&qid=1639450862&sr=8-1


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        MY FAVORITE PODCASTS THIS YEAR

        (None are affiliates or sponsors)

        • The Michelle Obama Podcast
        • Nice White Parents - Serial
        • American Coyote - Imperative
        • Secular Buddhism - With Noah Rasheta
        • The Moth - PRX
        • Crime Junkie - Audiochuck
        • The NPR Politics Podcast - NPR
        • This American Life

          • WHAT GOT ME THROUGH THIS YEAR

          (None are affiliates or sponsors)

          • Novel by Matt Haig. The Midnight Library
          • Podcast Secular Buddhism. By Noah Rasheta - https://open.spotify.com/show/3lbH5Ulpvc9hyLmyoj1UUF
          • Yoga with Adriene - https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene
          • Quick meditation for stress - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZToicYcHIOU
          • Sleep affirmations - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_eU3nHz_e34
          • Book by Rhonda Byrne. The Secret.
          • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 800-273-8255

            • GUESTS THIS SEASON

            You can connect with Alex Groves on:

            Spotify(Podcast): It’s Common  https://open.spotify.com/show/31xRx9Dk4xKeetFnbaZCk1

            Anchor: It’s Common

            Instagram:@the_optimisticbee

            You can connect with Ciara Pilkinton on:

            Youtube: Wandering Woman  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBufoatrI-3gb6adBEPNo_g

            Instagram: @_wanderingwoman_

            You can connect with Mallory Bates on:

            Instagram: @mallorybates


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            Recorded 11/15/21

            Released 1/31/22

            16 min
          • MY FRIENDS! Thankful (S1-E6)

            Britannica tells us.... "Friendship is generally characterized by five defining features:

            • 1. It is a dyadic relationship, meaning that it involves a series of interactions between two individuals known to each other.
            • 2. It is recognized by both members of the relationship and is characterized by a bond or tie of reciprocated affection.
            • 3. It is not obligatory; two individuals choose to form a friendship with each other. In Western societies, friendships are one of the least prescribed close relationships, with no formal duties or legal obligations to one another.
            • 4. It is typically egalitarian in nature. Unlike parent-child relationships, for instance, each individual in a friendship has about the same amount of power or authority in the relationship.
            • 5. It is almost always characterized by companionship and shared activities. In fact, one of the primary goals and motivations of friendship is companionship. In addition, adolescent and adult friendships often perform other functions, such as serving as sources of emotional support and providing opportunities for self-disclosure and intimacy."


              • Let me tell you.... I choose these women. Thank you Ciara and Mallory for your love and support. I am SO proud of us and all our growth. Individually and together. 


              Mom and dad don't listen.... If you do just know I was in good hands the whole ride!

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              MY FAVORITE PODCASTS THIS YEAR

              (None are affiliates or sponsors)

              • The Michelle Obama Podcast
              • Nice White Parents - Serial
              • American Coyote - Imperative
              • Secular Buddhism - With Noah Rasheta
              • The Moth - PRX
              • Crime Junkie - Audiochuck
              • The NPR Politics Podcast - NPR
              • This American Life

                • WHAT GOT ME THROUGH THIS YEAR

                (None are affiliates or sponsors)

                • Novel by Matt Haig. The Midnight Library
                • Podcast Secular Buddhism. By Noah Rasheta - https://open.spotify.com/show/3lbH5Ulpvc9hyLmyoj1UUF
                • Yoga with Adriene - https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene
                • Quick meditation for stress - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZToicYcHIOU
                • Sleep affirmations - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_eU3nHz_e34
                • Book by Rhonda Byrne. The Secret.
                • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 800-273-8255

                  • GUESTS THIS SEASON

                  You can connect with Alex Groves on:

                  Spotify(Podcast): It’s Common  https://open.spotify.com/show/31xRx9Dk4xKeetFnbaZCk1

                  Anchor: It’s Common

                  Instagram:@the_optimisticbee

                  You can connect with Ciara Pilkinton on:

                  Youtube: Wandering Woman  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBufoatrI-3gb6adBEPNo_g

                  Instagram: @_wanderingwoman_

                  You can connect with Mallory Bates on:

                  Instagram: @mallorybates


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                  Recorded 11/19/21

                  Released 1/24/22

                  1 hr 29 min
                • It clicked… and I’m proud (S1-E5)

                  There is nothing more to say than what is already said in this video. 

                  TRUST YOUR HEART>>> THE PROCESS>>> YOUR GUT>>>>THE SIGNS!!!



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                  MY FAVORITE PODCASTS THIS YEAR

                  (None are affiliates or sponsors)

                  • The Michelle Obama Podcast
                  • Nice White Parents - Serial
                  • American Coyote - Imperative
                  • Secular Buddhism - With Noah Rasheta
                  • The Moth - PRX
                  • Crime Junkie - Audiochuck
                  • The NPR Politics Podcast - NPR
                  • This American Life

                    • WHAT GOT ME THROUGH THIS YEAR

                    (None are affiliates or sponsors)

                    • Novel by Matt Haig. The Midnight Library
                    • Podcast Secular Buddhism. By Noah Rasheta - https://open.spotify.com/show/3lbH5Ulpvc9hyLmyoj1UUF
                    • Yoga with Adriene - https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene
                    • Quick meditation for stress - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZToicYcHIOU
                    • Sleep affirmations - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_eU3nHz_e34
                    • Book by Rhonda Byrne. The Secret.
                    • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 800-273-8255

                      • GUESTS THIS SEASON

                      You can connect with Alex Groves on:

                      Spotify(Podcast): It’s Common  https://open.spotify.com/show/31xRx9Dk4xKeetFnbaZCk1

                      Anchor: It’s Common

                      Instagram:@the_optimisticbee

                      You can connect with Ciara Pilkinton on:

                      Youtube: Wandering Woman  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBufoatrI-3gb6adBEPNo_g

                      Instagram: @_wanderingwoman_

                      You can connect with Mallory Bates on:

                      Instagram: @mallorybates


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                      Recorded 11/18/21

                      Released 1/17/22

                      27 min
                    • Trips + My Fave Adventure Partner (S1-E4)

                      A ball I never want to drop.... is ADVENTURING!


                      Ciara Pilkinton and I chat about trips and our friendship!


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                      MY FAVORITE PODCASTS THIS YEAR

                      (None are affiliates or sponsors)

                      • The Michelle Obama Podcast
                      • Nice White Parents - Serial
                      • American Coyote - Imperative
                      • Secular Buddhism - With Noah Rasheta
                      • The Moth - PRX
                      • Crime Junkie - Audiochuck
                      • The NPR Politics Podcast - NPR
                      • This American Life

                        • WHAT GOT ME THROUGH THIS YEAR

                        (None are affiliates or sponsors)

                        • Novel by Matt Haig. The Midnight Library
                        • Podcast Secular Buddhism. By Noah Rasheta - https://open.spotify.com/show/3lbH5Ulpvc9hyLmyoj1UUF
                        • Yoga with Adriene - https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene
                        • Quick meditation for stress - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZToicYcHIOU
                        • Sleep affirmations - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_eU3nHz_e34
                        • Book by Rhonda Byrne. The Secret.
                        • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 800-273-8255

                          • GUESTS THIS SEASON

                          You can connect with Alex Groves on:

                          Spotify(Podcast): It’s Common  https://open.spotify.com/show/31xRx9Dk4xKeetFnbaZCk1

                          Anchor: It’s Common

                          Instagram:@the_optimisticbee

                          You can connect with Ciara Pilkinton on:

                          Youtube: Wandering Woman  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBufoatrI-3gb6adBEPNo_g

                          Instagram: @_wanderingwoman_

                          You can connect with Mallory Bates on:

                          Instagram: @mallorybates

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                          Recorded 7/14/21

                          Released  1/10/22

                          57 min
                        • Let's be Introspective (S1-E3)

                          Something that can be hard to manage is introspection. Thankfully I have FINALLY reached a point in my life where I am EXCITED to dig deeper into my own mind and get to know myself. I do not know myself as well as I thought I did, and that is A-OK. If you need help getting started try asking yourselves one of the following questions. Do not just answer and move on. Take this question with you wherever you go this week. Instead of picking up your phone to mindlessly scroll, or instead of zoning out on your car ride to work... turn the question over and over and see all the sides you didn't before. The good. The bad. And the ugly. Take your time. Self discovery is a process that NEVER ends. 


                          https://positivepsychology.com/introspection-self-reflection/


                          1. Is it more important to love or be loved?
                          2. How many of my friends would I trust with my life?
                          3. Who has had the greatest impact on my life?
                          4. Would I break the law to save a loved one?
                          5. Would I steal to feed a starving child?
                          6. What is life asking of me?
                          7. I really wish others knew this about me . . .
                          8. Name what is enough for you.
                          9. If my body could talk, it would say . . .
                          10. Write a list of questions to which you urgently need answers.”


                            11. I have changed my perspectives on some big ticket believes this year. Listen along to hear my thought process! 


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                            MY FAVORITE PODCASTS THIS YEAR

                            (None are affiliates or sponsors)

                            • The Michelle Obama Podcast
                            • Nice White Parents - Serial
                            • American Coyote - Imperative
                            • Secular Buddhism - With Noah Rasheta
                            • The Moth - PRX
                            • Crime Junkie - Audiochuck
                            • The NPR Politics Podcast - NPR
                            • This American Life

                              • WHAT GOT ME THROUGH THIS YEAR

                              (None are affiliates or sponsors)

                              • Novel by Matt Haig. The Midnight Library
                              • Podcast Secular Buddhism. By Noah Rasheta - https://open.spotify.com/show/3lbH5Ulpvc9hyLmyoj1UUF
                              • Yoga with Adriene - https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene
                              • Quick meditation for stress - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZToicYcHIOU
                              • Sleep affirmations - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_eU3nHz_e34
                              • Book by Rhonda Byrne. The Secret.
                              • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 800-273-8255

                                • GUESTS THIS SEASON

                                You can connect with Alex Groves on:

                                Spotify(Podcast): It’s Common  https://open.spotify.com/show/31xRx9Dk4xKeetFnbaZCk1

                                Anchor: It’s Common

                                Instagram:@the_optimisticbee

                                You can connect with Ciara Pilkinton on:

                                Youtube: Wandering Woman  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBufoatrI-3gb6adBEPNo_g

                                Instagram: @_wanderingwoman_

                                You can connect with Mallory Bates on:

                                Instagram: @mallorybates


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                                Recorded 12/13/21

                                Released 1/3/22

                                43 min
                              • Juggling Act Into
                                Do you have balls? How many? Are you living your life like a juggling act trying to keep a ton of things in the air? Me too. This podcast will talk about common life struggles as seen through my own personal experiences and knowledge. I would love to find common ground with others and build a community of listeners that can share experiences to help each other navigate life more successfully while feeling supported. These opinions and topics may not be for everyone, but I know everyone can relate to trying to balance their own life. I hear you, I see you, and I am going through it too. Let’s talk about it and build a shared connection!
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                              About Juggling Life

                              From the publisher's feed

                              Juggling life. Sometimes I am ...great.... but sometimes I ....suck.... What about you? This podcast is a forum about many things... Obtaining knowledge and experiences, growth, setbacks, and just LIFE. Life is never just throwing one ball up in the air and catching it. It’s about juggling 3, 7, even 20 balls at one time to make your life function. I don’t want to experience it alone, but mostly I don’t want you to feel like you are juggling life alone. Let’s do it together. After all life it just one big juggling act.