Stagnation: None of us want to find ourselves here. The reality is that as an adult, we often get stuck in a rut of habits, patterns, or mindsets that have kept us in a box - "THIS is the kind of person that I am." What if you broke out of that box? In our last episode (Episode #12 - Just Go For It!) we talked about taking the leap. In this episode, your co-hosts Page and Keren talk about the discomfort that can creep up when trying something new, and how to push through it to the growth and confidence on the other side. We promise you, it's worth it - you may even discover a new side of yourself that you didn't know was there. We sure did!

Have you ever been stuck at that moment of indecision: "Should I? Is this a good idea? What if...?" You're not alone! In this episode, your co-hosts Page and Keren talk about what we do when we decide to take the leap. Page regales us with her thrilling kayaking story that will have you on the edge of your seat, while Keren's travel story will leave you inspired to 'spice up your life'! Our adventures may have strengthened our mothers' prayer lives, but we hope they entertain you, as well as instill in you: Fortune favors the bold. So next time you ask yourself, "Do I have what it takes?" Just hear your friendly Power Stance co-hosts saying: "We know you've got it in you, just go for it!" Also: Did we just get sponsored by Buc-ee's?!

How many times can Keren bring up food in one episode? In a follow up conversation to Episode 10: "Still Feels Like Home w/ Jahaziel Hiriart" your hosts Page and Keren were inspired by Jazi's story of gaining a deeper appreciation for her Mexican heritage while holding gratitude for the life she's built in America. In this episode, we go in-depth into our own backgrounds and experiences growing up in between cultures.

We talk about how openness to other cultures will require some courage to step out of your comfort zone - but it will enrich your experiences and expand your perspectives. As long as you pursue an authentic expression and prioritize human connection, respect, and open-mindedness, there is so much we can learn from one another.

Whether it's through cuisine, music, dance, art, holidays, or rituals, there are a myriad of ways we can experience and embrace cultures different than our own. There's something beautiful about making a human connection with someone who has a vastly different cultural upbringing or background, to find that our similarities can create a bridge of understanding. Join us for this thoughtful conversation and let us know your thoughts on our socials - look us up: @powerstancepodcast!

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How often do you get to go back to your hometown or neighborhood where you spent your childhood? Does it seem frozen in time, or has everything changed? Our second interview is with a special guest and her meaningful experience of going back to her hometown in Saltillo, Mexico for the first time in twenty years. Jahaziel Hiriart came to the US in high school (spoiler alert: that's when she and Keren met!) and since then, has built a mission-oriented career in the non-profit world while pursuing her doctorate in education. But she's always had a place in her heart for the close family relatives and childhood friends that she wanted to see again someday. Join us for this heartfelt story about the warmth and love of home that doesn't change, even with distance or time. We also deep dive into conversations about cultural identity and how to navigate growing up between two cultures. Stay tuned to the end of the episode - you can get more info on Jazi's amazing passion to teach dance and lead dance teams in performances all over Tulsa, OK!

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Happy International Women's Day, Power Stancers! Today, we celebrate the amazing contributions and achievements of women throughout history, and remain hopeful that women all over the world will have access to education, equal opportunities, and the freedom to pursue their dreams. In this episode, your hosts Page and Keren discuss characteristics we’ve seen in women that inspire us: Adaptability, Resilience, Seasonality, and Courage. It's a long one, as we dive deep into each attribute, but it's brimming with admiration for the role models who have impacted us. Stick around to the end of the episode to hear our take on how you can be supportive of women on IWD and beyond!

It's Page's birthday month, and we welcome her to the land of the 30's!! In this episode, we play a little game of "Expectation vs. Reality" - what we thought our 20's was going to be like, and how they really turned out. We talk about the lessons our 20's taught us that we're bringing into the next decade, and then round out the episode with what we're looking forward to in our 30's. No matter if you're embarking on a new decade or wrapping one up, we're standing in solidarity with you in this episode about growing wiser and clearer about our own paths.

We've got a fun and light-hearted follow up to Episode 05: "Confidence Never Goes Out of Style w/ Huong Vo" where Page and Keren delve into their dark pasts of misguided style choices in junior and high school. Clearly, we could have used the help of a fashion guru friend like Huong during those formative years. Whose dog attacked her whenever she wore flared jeans? Who broke a straightening iron with her unruly hair? You'll have to listen to the episode to find out!

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In the follow up to Episode 04: "New Year, Intentional You", Page and Keren go in-depth on their goal setting process. If you're already struggling with goals two months into the year and not sure if you should keep at it, don't worry, we cover that too -- evaluating goals periodically and whether they fit your current season is part of finding success! Also, we discuss how accountability through community and celebrating every small victory is vital to staying on track. If you need some more encouragement on pursuing your goals for 2022, this episode is for you.

Break out the champagne and confetti, you can now listen to our FIRST podcast guest interview! The highly-anticipated guest is none other than our friend and fashion blogger Huong Vo. Huong has worked in fashion retail for several years, while running with a side hustle as a writer and style guru. In this episode, she shares with us the importance of developing your personal sense of style and how it's interconnected with our sense of identity. We came for the style advice, but left with some deep and amazing wisdom about confidence over comparison, perseverance, and taking baby steps towards your dreams. Join us with a celebratory glass (or mug of hot cocoa, whatever floats your marshmallows!) and listen in to hear Huong answer the question, "How do you stand for yourself in the fashion world?"

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Have you already ditched your resolutions in 2022? Don't give up on setting goals for the year just yet! Page and Keren discuss why yearly goals are better than resolutions and how we approach choosing our personal goals. We also talk about how we set intention and focus with 'Word of the Year' and what our WOTY was in 2021. Listen in and then share your WOTY of 2022 with us!