Off the Struggle Bus

In this episode of Off the Struggle Bus, host MJ Flowells invites Madhurima Sappatti, a Freedom Soul coach, to discuss her experience with burnout and how she helps others cope with stress. Madhurima talks about her own experience with burnout due to pressure in a highly competitive field, and how it affected her health. The conversation then shifts to the causes of burnout, particularly for women of color in certain fields, and the importance of managing stress in a healthy way to avoid burnout. The speakers emphasize the need for personal boundaries and self-care.

The podcast also explores various methods for managing burnout, including identifying personal motivators and using journaling for emotional expression. They also discuss the concept of human design and spirituality in helping individuals understand their energy type and operating style. The importance of setting boundaries and self-compassion are also emphasized.

Through their raw and honest conversation, listeners gain valuable insights into the causes, effects, and management of burnout. The speakers offer practical advice and personal anecdotes, making the podcast both relatable and inspiring. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has experienced burnout or wants to learn how to manage stress in a healthy way.

On this episode of Off the Struggle Bus, MJ gets to speak with Dani Pila, PhD about the impact of toxic work environments. Dani shares her experience working in nonprofit and higher education sectors, where exploitation is common. The podcast highlights the importance of creating work environments that prioritize employee well-being, particularly in academia. They discuss the difficulties of working in a toxic environment and provide strategies for navigating them. They also emphasize the value of finding allies in the workplace and celebrating small successes. The podcast ends on a positive note, reminding listeners of the importance of talking to people at different levels of the organization when applying for jobs. This episode of Off the Struggle Bus inspires and empower listeners to prioritize their well-being and succeed in challenging work environments.

MJ gets to speak with Lindsey Tabil, Founder of Money is Not Taboo. What starts as a conversation about tax preparation turns into a deep and informative discussion about mental health, entrepreneurship, and finding balance.

Lindsey shares her experience about managing her mental health while building her business and emphasizes the importance of self-care. She also talks about her experience at FinCon and how Filipinos are breaking through in the financial industry. MJ contributes to the discourse with her first-hand experience on the taboo surrounding money, tax, and finances. She emphasizes the need for non-judgmental conversation about taboo topics such as making money through unconventional means.

The speakers discuss everything from minimizing taxes to generating wealth and building communities around oneself. Their conversations are equally informative and positive. In all, this episode highlights the importance of self-awareness, community building, and embracing one's unique culture while defying conventions.

Join MJ and Lindsey as they dig deeper into the nuances of entrepreneurship, mental health, and finances. This episode will leave you feeling informed, inspired, and ready to take charge of your future. Don't miss out on the insight and advice that could take your mental and financial health to the next level. Tune in now to Off the Struggle Bus with MJ Flowells.

Timestamps

[00:00:00] Mental Health and Entrepreneurship During Tax Season

[00:03:55] Balancing Stress as an Entrepreneur

[00:07:52] Balancing Identity and Networking at Fincon

[00:11:18] Money management for content creators

[00:14:57] Maximizing Savings During Tax Season

[00:18:43] Representation in Personal Finance for Filipino Women

[00:22:25] Celebrating Success Beyond Business

MJ gets to speak with one of her besties, Stephanie Chrispin aka @yumcrispypata.

She is one of the administrators of #TeamTunde and a founding member of the #CurseOutCrew, just two of the member groups of the broader Peloton community.

They discuss their experiences with recent injuries and reflect on the importance of self-advocacy, self-awareness, and supportive friendships in managing these challenges. They also talk about their experiences in the Peloton community and the value of finding a supportive crew. The conversation shifts to the topics of money and personal finance, including frustrations with student debt forgiveness and societal expectations of success. The episode ends with a reminder to focus on what truly matters in life.

MJ gets to speak with Steadyworth founder, Gabriel Walters, CFP® about how he got into personal finance and ways to think about budgeting.

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MJ is reading Rest is Resistance, a Manifesto by Tricia Hersey.

MJ gets to speak with Joshua Walbolt, founder of LoveFoodMore

Beginning with the captivating detail that Gordon Ramsay inspired Joshua Walbolt of LoveFoodMore to use TikTok, this podcast episode discussed the importance of taking action on ideas and goals, networking, and putting in the time and effort to become an expert in something in order to achieve success.

MJ Flowells and Joshua Walbolt, Founder of LoveFoodMore discussed their own experiences with taking risks and trying new things, and their plans for the year. They also discussed the idea of taking responsibility for one's own success, and the importance of being consistent and putting in the hours to become successful.

They shared their stories of success, such as LoveFoodMore making $500 in three or four hours and Joshua Walbolt meeting the Money Millennial Group at a finance conference. Finally, they discussed the idea of taking action and telling stories, and their plans to celebrate their successes.

MJ Flowells gives you a readout on what's ahead in March:

• Speak to Elevate Webinar with Alexa Rose Carlin - March 8 + 9
• Tax Season prep
• Open Enrollment - HR Benefits
• Track Spending + Budgets with Steady Worth
• A quick struggle bus story

MJ gets to speak with artist, performer and comedian, Bobby Flowells.

Some topics they get into:

• Divorce
• Finding Yourself Again
• New Relationships
• Money
• Mentors

MJ Flowells gets to speak with artist and life coach, CJ Gorospe about pandemic parenting, being 420 moms and finding yourself again.