In this episode, Anna is joined by a very special guest co-host—her sister! Martha shares her unique journey from working as a therapist to becoming a financial planner, and what inspired her to try a new path. Together, they dive into the common mistakes people make with their money, practical tips for getting your finances in order, and simple recommendations anyone can use to feel more confident about managing money.

Check out Martha & Stephen'’s financial services here: https://www.buoyfinancialservices.com/

Book recommendations from this episode:

* The Artist’s Way Workbook by Julia Cameron

* The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel

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Learning to 'Let Them’

Teaching a Topic: Mind Body Connection

All Systems Go!

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In this episode, Anna and Bracey review In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts by Dr. Gabor Maté. They discuss Maté’s compassionate approach to understanding addiction, the stories that stuck with them, and how his insights connect to broader questions of trauma, healing, and human connection. Together, they reflect on what the book stirred up for them personally and what lessons listeners might take away about empathy, judgment, and the hidden struggles people carry.

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Relationships Post Parenthood

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone Book Review

Exploring Self-Compassion

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In this episode, Anna is joined by guest co-host Julia Baker for a thoughtful conversation about bodies. Together, they unpack a chapter from Trick Mirror by Jia Tolentino that explores the idea of our bodies as projects to be constantly optimized. From barre classes and Sweetgreen salads to the way food becomes a test of morality, they dig into the subtle pressures of wellness culture and how it shapes the way we see ourselves. Along the way, they share laughs, reflections, and plenty of side notes about the everyday ways this shows up in their own lives.

Book recommendation: Belly of the Beast by Da’Shaun Harrison

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Relationships Post Parenthood

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone Book Review

Exploring Self-Compassion

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In this episode, Bracey and Anna talk with Erica about the ways her relationship with empathy and anxiety breaks the mold, how she’s able to connect with a variety of people, and FOMO! We also get into a recent-ish dating story that left us both laughing, plus a glimpse into an alternate life path. It’s honest, warm, and full of giggles.

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Big Friendship Review

All Systems Go!

Over-Functioning: What it Looks Like and Where it Takes Us

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New Episode Drop! This week, Bracey teaches us all about the iconic life and legacy of Angela Lansbury — from Murder, She Wrote (12 seasons!) to Broadway royalty, and everything in between. We’re talking power, poise, and quiet strength. Tune in for a cozy, curious conversation about one of the greats!

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Confidence: from public speaking to parallel parking

Soft Like Era

Life-Changing Books

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In this episode, Anna and Bracey dive into a topic of self-acceptance! They discuss how they define self-acceptance, in what ways they practice it, and of course, areas where they could use a little growth.

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Learning to ‘Let Them’

The Real Deal: Authenticity and Its Adversaries

Travel talks: our time together in Portland, favorite trips, and future destinations

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In this episode, Anna discusses all the school shenanigans that occurred during her time as acting principal. She shares the good and the bad, and is mostly just celebrating that it’s finally summer time!

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Maybe You Should Talk to Someone Book Review

Burning Questions

The Enneagram One Experience with Seb

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In this episode, we’re discussing what we're feeling, thinking, planning heading into Summer 2025. Anna gives an update about a big change in her future and we discuss how we handle change. Plus, how many set of sheets is the correct amount, the current state of the world, and how we’re feeling about our New Year’s goals.

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Big Friendship Book Review

Our Personal Definitions of Success

The Upsides of Quitting

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We are back with another What’s On Our Minds episode! On this episode, we get into our thoughts on summer camp, running, and mistaking avoidance for healing. Anna is ready to throw half her house away and Bracey is trying to have a good attitude to finish out her less-than-effortless pregnancy.

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How Embarrassing!

Teaching a Topic: Manifestation and Reality Creation

Is this real life? Logistics, drama, and a recap of reality tv!

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We read another self-help book so you don’t have to! Here’s a few highlights:

* The part of the theory that most people leave out (and really, really shouldn’t)

* Deciding what energy we feed and what it looks like to ‘let them’ in practice

* How we’ve been practicing these concepts in our own lives

* Leaning into the discomfort of being disliked or judged

* How comparison can be used for our benefit

* The role of our values when making decisions to ‘let them’ or ‘let me’

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Exploring Bittersweetness

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone

The Ongoing Challenge of Boundaries

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