In this episode we explore the surface of the topic of color analysis when it comes to our clothing! Jen has found that applying the topic of color analysis to her wardrobe has benefited her in SO many ways (Sammy is still on the fence), so we need to talk about it!

  In this episode you'll hear:

• What is color analysis?
• Why are we talking about color analysis on this podcast?
• What are the different color seasons?
• What are the qualities of each color season?
• Does color analysis work well when applying the concept to women of color?
• How do you figure out what color season you are?

    Resources to find out what season you are:

• Color Analysis for People of Color
• What Color Season Are You? - this article has SO much information! Very thorough
• Virtual Color Analysis 
• Find a House of Colour consultant 

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In this episode, we felt we needed to continue our conversation after our interview with Stacie Clenet on the topic of perimenopause. We discussed thoughts on aging, specifically aging gracefully in this modern time (while keeping it natural). Then we turned our thoughts and discussion to positive ways that we can age more gracefully.

  Discussion points in this episode:

• debriefing on our discussion on perimenopause
• our own insecurities about aging
• society and hollywood and their role in our views on aging
• people who have inspired us to age gracefully (and why)
• different ways that we all can age more gracefully (without any fillers or botox) 

Articles and resources discussed in this episode:

• How to Age Gracefully- Country Living
• Inside Amy Schumer- Last F**kable Day
• Free Skincare Survey and Custom Samples
• Hot and Bothered by Jancee Dunn

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In this episode, we start the conversation on the topic of perimenopause with our dear friend, Stacie Clenet. With the average age of women going through menopause being 51, but many women actually starting the journey of perimenopause as early as their late 30s, it's an important conversation to have. 

  Discussion points in this episode on perimenopause:

• What is perimenopause? 
• What is the difference between perimenopause and menopause?
• Common symptoms during perimenopause to look for
• What is actually happening in our bodies during perimenopause?
• What we can do when we think we may be starting this journey?
• What is the typical age when women may start seeing symptoms?
• Are there any natural ways to manage symptoms?

Where to find Stacie Clenet:

• www.mess-usa.com
• [email protected]
• [email protected]

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In this episode, we did a deep dive on all things sourdough with Kristin Richard! We reached out to Facebook and asked our listeners what sort of things keep you from trying sourdough, hang you up, or confuse the heck out of you. Kristin was able to answer all of our questions, and we have your answers here in this episode.

  Questions we cover in this episode:

• What are the health benefits of sourdough?
• How can I make a starter from scratch? If not from scratch, how can you acquire a starter?
• How to feed the starter and maintain it? How often, etc.?
• One of the biggest hurdles people have when starting sourdough is that they are worried about messing it up. What is the worst thing that happens? What if I mess it up? Is it salvageable?
• Do I have to divide it and use it weekly or can I put it in the fridge (and for how long?)
• Is it possible to make gluten free sourdough, and what would be the best flours to do that?
• What are your favorite sourdough recipes? And what else can I make besides bread?
• How do you make your beautiful designs? Tools, technique, etc.

Where to find Kristin Richard:

• On Instagram at @laflourchild- go check out her BEAUTIFUL sourdough loaves! She truly makes them a work of art!

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In this episode we are talking about one of our favorite topics... coffee. However, today's conversation may or may not be an unpopular opinion. We'll discuss the potential pros and cons of coffee and caffeine, talk about our own personal journeys with it (the ups and the downs), and finish with our take on what we find to be the best coffee alternatives. Hint: listen till the end, we have found a winner!   Grab our short list of the BEST coffee alternatives (that actually stack up to coffee) here!     Connect with us:

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In this episode we are finally diving a little deeper into the topic of homeschooling... more specifically, questions to ask yourself when considering homeschooling. I (Jen) came upon an article written by Little House Learning Co. She walked through 6 questions she felt were important to ask yourself to see if homeschooling could work for you and your family. We loved the idea of going through these questions with our own thoughts and take on it as a format for this conversation. We really enjoyed the vulnerability and perspective that came of this conversation, and we hope you'll enjoy it too!

  In this episode 

• We'll discuss the 6 questions asked in this article on Little House Learning Co. 

  Resources to look at when considering if homeschooling could be right for you:   Books:

• The Brave Learner by Julie Bogart. This has been recommended to me about 100 times, and you'll find it on almost every single "top 10 homeschooling books" lists. 
• The Call of the Wild + Free by Ainsley Arment. Another one that was so highly recommended and so beautifully written with encouragement. 
• Dumbing Us Down by John Taylor Gatto (**this one may be a bit controversial, but it was recommended to me by countless people. Also, even if you don't agree with what is being said, it could at least give you a peak into a different perspective in which you can come to your own conclusion on something you may not have given thought to before!**)
• Balanced and Barefoot by Angela Hanscom (not specifically a homeschool book, but one of the books that really inspired me to want to homeschool and be in nature far more than my kids were sitting down at a desk- and just how important that is for them)
• Homeschool Bravely by Jamie Erickson
• Modern Miss Mason by Leah Boden (I haven't personally read this one yet but I have had this one recommended to me many times as well, so I'm going to put it on the list )
• Wild + Free magazine - seriously the most beautiful magazine full of inspiring and beautiful encouragement and ideas to do with your children in your homeschool. I'm not currently homeschooling but this magazine literally makes me want to be better, so I still subscribe to it. 

Podcasts: 

• 1000 hours outside- not specifically a homeschooling podcast but all about preserving childhood as long as possible and how incredibly important it is for children to spend as much time outside as possible (which can be hard to do when in a school setting)
• Wild + Free
• Modern Miss Mason : I haven't listened to this one yet but just saw this one and since it was such a highly recommended book, it's definitely a podcast I'm interested in checking out. 
• Read-Aloud Revival- surrounded around the topic of building a love of literature and books in children

  **truly, these are just a small few of the many, many resources available out there. We only hope that these resources may stir your appetite to learn more on the subject and initiate a conversation if homeschooling has been put on your heart.    If you like what you hear, please consider subscribing, sharing with a buddy, or leaving us a review on itunes (or wherever you're listening!) Thank you so much!   Connect with us:

 

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I (Jen) have been waiting to have this conversation with Anna Taylor for months now! Anna has such an incredible story, we honestly could have talked on 20 different things... but I love where this conversation went. 

  God nudges... and then he slams doors. How huge life changes can look incredibly messy and feel painful, while doing beautiful, meaningful work within us.    We adore how vulnerable and honest Anna is, and I truly hope you get as much from this conversation as we did. Enjoy!   In this episode we discuss: 

• Moving across country with 4 little children
• Her process in choosing where they would move
• How that move has been affecting her, her marriage and her children
• What it looked like to leave a thriving floral design business
• and more...

  Where to find Anna:

• @altflowers on instagram
• annalepleytaylor.com
• Anna on Facebook

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In this episode, we are kicking off Sammy's favorite season with one of Jen's favorite topics - HYGGE! What the heck is hygge, you may ask? Hygge is defined as 'a quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment and wellbeing' by Oxford Languages, but we like to think of it as making time for the simple joys of life - breaking away from the daily rush and grind to enjoy good times with good people. We're going to get into why we LOVE this concept and how it fits perfectly into everything we discuss on the show, as well as our favorite ways to bring a little more hygge into our lives!

    In this episode you will learn:

• What is hygge?
• Where does the term hygge originate from?
• What is a hygge lifestyle and how does it tie into our slow living theme?
• The 5 senses in hygge
• Our top favorite ways to hygge this fall

  Resources mentioned in this episode

• Jen's Top 10 Hygge Playlists on Spotify
• Hygge by GirlSeeksJoy
• Hygge: What it is and how it saves you money by GirlSeeksJoy
• What do we mean by "hygge" on Denmark.DK

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In this episode, we're revisiting a topic that we began discussing in season 1... the beauty and challenges of adult friendships! In particular, we both want to open up about our experiences hitting the 'restart' button on friendships after we both moved across the country, explore the ups and downs and share our strategies that seem to be working (so far)!

  In this episode we'll discuss:

• Can you make close friends after college?
• The challenges of making friends as an adult in a new town
• The 6 barriers to making new friends as an adult
• Intentionally keeping in touch with long-time friends
• How to make friends as an adult

  Resources discussed in this episode

• Love where you live by Shauna Pilgreen
• Meetup.com

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In this episode, we are excited to talk about Feng Shui with our dear friend Lauren Bragg from the Feng Shui Collective! Feng Shui is 'an ancient Chinese art of arranging buildings, objects, and space in an environment to achieve harmony and balance' (National Geographic). As Lauren states on her website, "Your space not only reflects you, it affects you". Join us today as we discuss how this practice connects to Millennial Pioneer concepts of slow living, intentionality, spirituality, mental health, and more!

    In this episode we'll learn:  

• What is the meaning of feng shui?
• Lauren's feng shui tips
• Where do you put your bed in a feng shui bedroom?
• The top 3 feng shui tips you can take action on today (that can cost you nothing!)
• What is a bagua map?
• Where can I learn how to use a bagua map?
• How Lauren got into feng shui from a high-stress corporate job
• How to merge your life goals with your home to create positive outcomes for your life

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Bagua Map Training: https://fscollective.teachable.com/private_pages/5104224?preview=logged_out       Coupon: FENGSHUI
• Bagua Map https://www.fengshuicollective.com/uploads/8/1/7/9/81799768/new_bagua.png

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