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Skin breakouts really can be a thing of the past! Camille Chulick spent 16 years of her life trying to cure her acne with skin products, diet changes, and supplements, to no avail, until she created her own skincare brand, Averr Aglow. Averr Aglow began in Camille’s kitchen as a self-funded experimental business venture, and has since grown to help thousands of women (and even some men) across the world turn their lives around through clearing their skin. In today’s episode, Camille shares the process that she and her husband went through to create their clean, plant based, and super effective products, the values at the heart of the business, and how their different lines cater to all skin types. Take it from someone who knows from personal experience; you don’t have to spend any more time suffering because of your skin!

Key Points From This Episode:

• The battle with her skin that motivated Camille to enter the skincare space.
• Factors that affect our skin.
• Camille explains how clogged pores form.
• The origin story of Averr Aglow.
• How Camille and her husband funded Averr Aglow.
• Averr Aglow’s growth from its humble beginnings in Camille’s kitchen.
• The importance of learning from customer feedback. 
• Camille shares the story behind the name of her brand.
• An overview of Averr Aglow’s simple Clear Skin Kit routine.
• Understanding how breakouts occur.
• Forever Aglow; the Averr Aglow product line for people who don’t experience breakouts.
• Ingredients that Averr Aglow products are made from. 
• The problem with a lot of the big skincare brands.
• PCOS and its correlation with breakouts.
• Why Averr Aglow products don’t require you to use sink water.
• Positive trends taking place in the skincare industry.
• Camille’s advice for anyone struggling with breakouts.
• Benefits of being part of the Averr Aglow community.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

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Small talk doesn’t come naturally to everybody but we believe that it is an art worth mastering! In today’s episode, we discuss the benefits of small talk while sharing our struggles, tips, and everything in between. COVID has had a significant effect on people’s ability to interact with one another and, today, we speculate about the value of a simple compliment and the potential for small talk to lead to deeper connections. We also take a look at the opportunity that small talk presents for people with social anxiety and share our advice for those looking to brush up on their casual conversation skills. Everybody’s experience is different, and your hosts are no exception, so make sure to tune in today to hear Kelly and Megan’s differing takes on all things small talk!

Key Points From This Episode:

• What Kelly appreciates about small talk and ‘weak-tie’ friendships.
• The impact that COVID has had on social interactions.
• A look at why Megan has difficulty making small talk.
• How Kelly’s past experiences have shaped her relationship with privacy.
• Some of the disadvantages of oversharing.
• Kelly shares why she doesn’t seek advice when making decisions.  
• Why she kept her first pregnancy to herself until she was seven months along.
• How we believe small talk can lead to deeper connections.
• The opportunity that small talk provides for people with social anxiety.
• Tips for mastering the art of small talk.
• What often prevents us from casually connecting with others.
• The value of dishing out a simple compliment!
• Examining our human need for social interaction.
• The importance of practicing small talk if it doesn’t come naturally.
• How our mobile devices sometimes prevent small talk.
• Advice for those who experience social anxiety at social events.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

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Breathwork can be a simple but powerful tool for radical transformation. This is one of the foundational beliefs of today’s guest, Alyse Bacine. Alyse is a transformational leader, mindfulness teacher, keynote speaker, and the Founder and CEO of Alyse Breathes, where she guides growth-seeking individuals and companies to ignite their next level of success. As you’ll discover in today’s episode, Alyse utilizes breathwork along with other tools like energy work and the Akashic records to help people move through deep-seated familial and ancestral trauma. In this conversation, we take a look at some of the differences between meditation and breathwork, how Alyse believes anyone can benefit from consciously connecting with their breath, and how her programs can support you in your journey to release ancestral programming and expand your vision of what’s possible to begin living in the frequency of miracles! To learn more about clearing your trauma, creating a deeper connection with your body, and accessing your highest potential, make sure not to miss today’s enlightening discussion with Alyse Bacine!

Key Points From This Episode:

• When Alyse discovered breathwork for herself and what led her to build a business around it.
• A look at breathwork and how you can benefit from consciously connecting to your breath.
• How the Akashic records can help you access your highest potential.
• An understanding of the differences between breathwork and meditation.
• Where to get started on your breathwork journey and the value of having support.
• Learn more about ancestral trauma and how breathwork can facilitate healing.
• A reminder that passing on ancestral trauma is optional; it can stop with you!
• How breathwork promotes a deeper connection with your body (and your intuition).
• Alyse emphasizes why it’s important to embrace fear and get out of your comfort zone.
• Where to get your free Next-Level Expansion Toolkit!
• Some of Alyse’s signature programs and who can benefit from them.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Alyse Breathes

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‘Why Clearing Your Trauma is the Fastest (and only) Way to Create Quantum Results’

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If you’re a busy mom, you’re likely familiar with the feeling that there is never enough time in a day and, when you think about your priorities, making time for self-care probably gets penciled in near the bottom of your to-do list. The truth is, you can’t pour from an empty cup and, believe it or not, scheduling non-negotiable ‘me time’ for yourself is not inconsiderate. In fact, it’s quite the opposite! You have to take care of yourself before you can take care of others, which is why we are sharing some practical self-care tips for moms in today’s episode. In this conversation, we take a look at some of the ways that you can take better care of yourself in order to take better care of your loved ones and highlight the importance of setting a self-care standard and not asking for permission. Whether it’s taking a bath, hitting the gym, or simply putting your headphones on and listening to your favorite podcast, figure out what it is that recharges your batteries and be willing to protect it selfishly. After all, investing in yourself will not only reinvigorate you, it will benefit those around you too. Make sure to tune in today for more valuable mom self-care tips!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Why today’s topic is especially timely and relevant for Kelly and Megan.
• A look at why the old adage, ‘you can’t pour from an empty cup’, is so pertinent.
• Overcoming the mom urge to fix all your kids’ problems for them, even when they’re grown!
• An understanding of how we have to parent each of our children differently.
• The physical and emotional work we do as moms that makes self-care so important.
• Some of the ways that you can take care of yourself in order to take care of others.
• The value of setting a self-care standard and scheduling non-negotiable ‘me time’.
• Why it’s important to prioritize and invest in your own joy and happiness.
• Why it can often be difficult to unplug and unwind when we’re so hyperconnected.
• Finding creative ways to practice self-care whenever you have a spare moment; don’t wait to treat yourself to an extravagant spa day!
• How you can expand on the ‘little treat’ mindset to be more deliberate about self-care.
• Why we believe you shouldn’t have to ask for permission to take time for yourself.
• Learning to claim your ‘self’ back without any of the classic mom guilt!
• The concept of time autonomy and giving yourself grace when no one else will.
• Figuring out what it is that recharges your batteries (and protecting it selfishly).
• A look at how investing in yourself benefits those around you too.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

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Choosing to end a toxic relationship might be the best thing for you, but that certainly doesn’t mean that it’s easy! It can even be tricky to determine whether or not your relationship is toxic in the first place, since everyone has different criteria for what is healthy and what works for them. In today’s episode, we offer some perspective from our personal experiences and share some advice for recovering from an unhealthy relationship once you’ve made the decision to end it. We highlight the importance of acceptance, self-forgiveness, and patience and the benefits of seeking professional support as you navigate this difficult journey. We also take a look at some of the signs that your relationship is unhealthy and when you might have to accept that your own behavior is toxic, plus we point out some free mental health resources that are available to you. Ultimately, healing from a toxic relationship isn’t about following a set of predetermined steps, but we hope that this episode will help you equip yourself with the tools you need to make the tough but rewarding journey to recovery!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Why the topic of toxic relationships is somewhat subjective, depending on your thresholds.
• Three criteria for determining whether or not a relationship is toxic for you: feelings, needs, and boundaries.
• Parts of our relationships that others might perceive as toxic, but feel healthy to us.
• Why being in a toxic relationship with someone doesn’t mean that person is toxic.
• A reminder that, while relationships are hard work, you shouldn’t have to force them to work!
• The first step in toxic relationship recovery: accepting that the relationship is toxic.
• Why it’s important to take time to reflect, learn from your mistakes, and then forgive yourself.
• Some of the difficult emotions you might feel after deciding to end the relationship.
• How you might benefit from seeking professional guidance or support.
• Indicators of a toxic relationship, including emotional invalidation or gaslighting.
• Some of the free or cost-effective mental health resources available to you.
• A look at why you might have to accept that your own behavior is toxic.
• How making a gratitude list helps Kelly when she’s having a bad day.
• The important role that patience plays in recovering from toxic relationships.
• Why you are the only person who gets to decide what is healthy or toxic for you.
• Share your stories of how you healed from a toxic relationship on our Facebook group!

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

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When Suzannah Raff had four kids back to back she realized the value of embracing a clean diet. As she started to read ingredients, she eliminated certain foods and it made her feel good. After investigating what went into her body, she also started to question what she was putting onto it. Making her own clean beauty, aluminum-free deodorant led her to start Cleo+Coco, her own brand of unquestionably clean personal care necessities that enhance your wellness both emotionally and physically. Today she joins us to share her journey and explain how her desire to be a role model and to start a business that she could pass on to her children led her to start this company. She talks about the research involved, some of the challenges she faced, and how she overcame them.  She sheds light on how she balances being both a business owner and a mother of four and offers advice to other mothers who are thinking about starting their own businesses. Listening in, you’ll learn more about what clean beauty is, how you can ensure that you are using clean products, and how to tell if a product actually qualifies as clean. Tune in today for a lot of helpful advice and Suzannah’s inspirational success story!

Key Points From This Episode:

• An introduction to Suzannah Raff and the inspiration behind Cleo+Coco.
• How she started making her own deodorant.
• Cleo+Coco's main mission: unquestionably clean personal care necessities that enhance your wellness emotionally and physically. 
• The research Suzannah did as her first step in creating Cleo+Coco.  
• Some of the biggest challenges she faced in creating this brand and how she overcame them.  
• How Suzannah balances being a business owner and a mother of four.  
• Suzannah’s tips for mothers who are thinking about starting their own businesses.
• How she makes time for herself through workout time and how she practices self-care.
• Suzannah’s definition of ‘clean beauty’ and how to ensure that you are using clean products. 
• How having four kids back-to-back inspired Savannah’s clean diet which led to her clean lifestyle. 
• Telltale signs that a product actually qualifies as clean beauty. 
• What listeners can do if they want to start living a cleaner lifestyle.
• What makes Cleo+Coco clean beauty. 

Tweetables:

“I had a vision that I wanted to start something, to run a business, and maybe have some kind of business to pass onto my children, at least be a role model, especially to my daughters.” — Suzannah Raff [0:02:10]

“Our main mission is really to provide really clean, better for your body, healthy, personal care options that you really should not have to compromise your health to smell good. You shouldn't have to compromise your health for any of your personal care needs.” — Suzannah Raff [0:05:35]

“You can do it [build a business] slower. If I'm working [fewer] hours because I'm prioritizing my family, instead of building it in six months, I'll build it in one year. But definitely do it.” — Suzannah Raff [0:11:02]

“The telltale signs would be really reading the ingredients: If it's an ingredient that you understand, then you know it's clean, if it's an ingredient that you don't understand, [it’s not] and definitely look out for fragrance.” — Suzannah Raff [0:16:47]

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Suzannah Raff 

Cleo+Coco 

Think Dirty App 

EWG

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Have you ever had a thought that stopped you in your tracks and made you question your own sanity? Well, you are not alone! In today’s episode of She’s A Full-On Monet, we are discussing intrusive thoughts and how to handle them. Tuning in, you’ll hear how to redirect pesky thoughts, the importance of distinguishing between an intrusive thought and a thought that may be potentially dangerous in action, and when thoughts like these are most likely to appear. We also delve into how intrusive thoughts can be a form of control, when to seek professional help, and the shame that accompanies these thoughts, as well as how to handle intrusive thoughts in children. Finally, we discuss why impulsive reactions are problematic and should be avoided. To hear all about the importance of discussing mental health and why intrusive thoughts are mostly normal, join us today! 

Key Points From This Episode:

• The shame that accompanies mental health issues and keeps people from asking for help. 
• How the conversation has changed around mental health since we were in school. 
• The importance of being kind to people because we are unaware of their struggles. 
• Why you have to tell your children when you’re having a hard time. 
• One of the most ignored mental health issues: intrusive thoughts. 
• How to handle intrusive thoughts: distract yourself and redirect your thoughts. 
• Why we must distinguish between those having the thought and those planning to action it.
• When intrusive thoughts are most likely to appear: in moments of feeling overwhelmed. 
• Kelly’s experience with her colic baby and the physical effect a crying baby has on its mother. 
• How intrusive thoughts can be a form of control. 
• The point at which intrusive thoughts become something dangerous.
• When to seek professional help to work out what is rational and logical and what isn’t.
• The shame that accompanies intrusive thoughts. 
• How to handle intrusive thoughts with children. 
• Why impulsive reactions are never good reactions. 
• The importance of being ‘in the know’ with your children. 

Tweetables:

“We really never know what's going on in other people's minds unless they tell us.” — Kelly Castillo [0:06:28]

“In your mind, you can have all sorts of scenarios happen and they're only in your mind. It's when you act on them or do something about it or those start to manifest into thinking it’s what you must do, then that becomes a really unsafe space to be.” — Megan Block [0:14:52]

“Sometimes the thoughts, especially if they're repeated, plant seeds in your head of what's possible.” — Kelly Castillo [0:27:29]

“We start to normalize the radical when we're in a moment of almost fight or flight. So, just see that as a sign that you need to get some help, whatever that form is.” — Megan Block [0:29:17]

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Welcome back to She’s a Full on Monet! Tune in to hear a list of productivity hacks from two hyper-productive people - Megan and Kelly! From being kind to yourself and saying no, to cultivating gratitude, getting enough rest, and building routines in your life, today’s episode equips you with practical tools to optimize your productivity and improve your life. You’ll hear how Megan and Kelly have benefitted from each habit they list today, with kids, work, and relationships with their significant others in the mix. Tune in to hear some powerful tips on how to reduce mental clutter and thrive today. 

Key Points From This Episode:

• Today’s topic: productivity hacks.
• The trait of hyper productivity that Megan and Kelly share.
• Introducing the list of productivity hacks that we will talk about today.
• Hack number one: the value of taking breaks and being kind to yourself.
• The challenge of setting boundaries for yourself while you are in the zone.
• Tip Number two: say no! 
• How the pandemic influenced all our capacity to say no to things that don’t serve us.
• Hack number three: make a gratitude list. 
• The influence of listing what she is thankful for on Megan’s perspective.
• Kelly’s experience of guiding her kids to redirect their energy to something positive.
• Practical ways to tap into positivity and happiness include playlists, photos, emails, and more.
• The power of unloading your struggles on someone you can trust.
• Why rage cleaning is so effective.
• Tip number four: get enough sleep and take breaks.
• Taking physical breaks from your work to reset your productivity within the day.
• Hack number five: get into a rhythm or routine.
• Making sure you are prepared by building habits into your tasks.
• Our final tip: do one thing at a time. 
• How much more likely you are to finish something if you do it in one sitting.
• Whether or not multitasking has a place.
• Prioritizing according to what is most urgent. 
• Navigating having different priorities to your partner or coworker.
• How this list intends to minimize your mental clutter. 
• An invitation to send your productivity hacks our way. 
• How Kelly and Megan have learned to always be prepared through raising kids.

Tweetables:

“I’ve noticed that when I’m having a day where I’m irritated, or I feel overwhelmed, or I’m just kind of down, making a list of all the things I have to be grateful for has really helped me to change my perspective and keep things positive and understand that whatever happened that day is so temporary.” — Megan Block [0:16:48]

“Wherever you pour your thought and your energy into, that’s where it’s going to flow.” — Kelly Castillo [0:18:05]

“Do something today that you’ll thank yourself for tomorrow.” — Kelly Castillo [0:33:32]

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

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An unrealistic expectation has been created for women everywhere: the idea of ‘having it all.’ This dangerous narrative is one that women everywhere are struggling to keep up with! Today on She’s a Full On Monet, we discuss why the idea of ‘having it all’ is a myth that is impossible to fulfill. Tuning in, you’ll hear how Kelly’s self-care took a knock when she tried to have it all, how difficult social media makes managing these expectations, and why prioritizing your children is having it all. We also discuss how our own personal trauma affects what we want to protect our children from, why financial freedom does not make you happy, and the dangers of comparison. You’ll hear all about the importance of being comfortable with who you are and eradicating negative thoughts about yourself before we show you how you can try to figure out what is important to you. To find out what ‘having it all’ means to you, join us now!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Discussing our Fourth of July plans. 
• Why ‘having it all’ is an impossible myth we are made to believe.
• What Kelly slacked on when she was trying to ‘have it all:’ her own self-care.
• Why prioritizing your children is ‘having it all.’
• How social media has made things difficult when it comes to raising children. 
• The pressure of feeling everything has to be picture-perfect in your home. 
• How our trauma affects what we want to protect our children from. 
• Why financial freedom does not equate to happiness. 
• The dangers of comparing your ‘success’ with that of the people around you. 
• The importance of being comfortable with yourself.
• How Kelly made the switch from needing everything to be perfect to focusing on happiness alone.
• How toxic negative thoughts about yourself are and the dangerous cycle it creates. 
• Encouraging listeners to do an exercise to help you figure out what is important to you.
• How Covid helped us to really see the things we were only doing out of obligation. 

Tweetables:

“If you make your whole life about your career, and your kids, and then one or both of those things comes to an end, it's really jarring.” — Kelly Castillo [0:04:34]

“That's where I prioritize my time because, to me, when I think of having it all, it’s being present for my children.” — Megan Block [0:07:23]

“It's about, what do you think in your mind is having it all?” — Megan Block [0:08:54]

“I think everybody puts emphasis on things that maybe don't hold as much weight as we think they do.” — Kelly Castillo [0:10:37]

“Comparison is the biggest thief of happiness in our lives.” — Kelly Castillo [0:18:35]

“I feel like the more we're in tune with what we truly think is important to our soul and the core of who we are, that's when we can actually prioritize if we've "made it" or not, right?” — Megan Block [0:29:06]

“People just need to do what feels right for them. We need to release ourselves from any kind of expectations that society, or social media, or any other thing has put on them, and just do what feels right for you and your family. Because it is a very individual thing.” — Kelly Castillo [0:32:39]

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

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Attraction is anything but one-dimensional! Today, we’re going to talk about the different types of attraction, the complexity in the ways they overlap and evolve, and how they play out in our relationships. I’m sure you’ll agree that, especially as we age, we can no longer rely solely on physical attraction, which is why we think it’s crucial to have a foundation of emotional attraction in lifelong partnerships! In this episode, we break down the five attraction styles we’ve identified in our lives: physical, emotional, sexual, aesthetic, and romantic attraction. We discuss how different people prioritize different types, and we share which we find to be the most significant. Tune in to find out how asexuality proves the irrelevance of sexual attraction in long-term relationships, how aesthetic attraction breeds comparison, and so much more! 

Key Points From This Episode:

• Introducing today’s topic: The complexities of attraction!
• The importance of emotional attraction versus physical attraction in a partnership.
• Defining sexual attraction and asexuality.
• How asexuality proves the irrelevance of sexual attraction in long-term relationships.
• The difference between sexual attraction and physical attraction.
• What aesthetic attraction is and how it can lead to comparison.
• The phenomenon of being drawn to opposite aesthetics from our own.
• The importance of appreciating aesthetics without feeling the need to emulate them. 
• How romantic attraction can build over time (and sneak up on you!)
• How different people prioritize different types of attraction.
• How technology has shifted the focus from romantic to physical or sexual attraction.
• Why it’s important not to choose a partner based solely on looks.
• What we are personally attracted to! 
• Emotional attraction in both romantic and platonic relationships.
• Acknowledging that different people (or pets) in your life can fulfill different emotional needs.
• The importance of identifying the type of attraction you feel for others and being open to different types of attraction!

Tweetables:

“If all you have in your relationship is physical attraction, it's not going to have the longevity that it's going to need to really go the distance.” — Kelly Castillo [0:03:36]

“The fact that people who are asexual can build and develop really meaningful lifelong, intimate relationships with other people, explains how irrelevant sexual attraction is to long-term relationships.” — Kelly Castillo [0:08:40] 

“You can appreciate things aesthetically and be attracted to things for what they are and not feel like you need to incorporate that into your life.” — Megan Block [0:17:10]

“Aesthetic attraction lends itself to comparison. We don't want to do that, because we can appreciate things and not need to emulate them.” — Kelly Castillo [0:23:07]

“How we move forward in relationships and make them deeper is by having this emotional vulnerability, attraction, or connection with other people.” — Kelly Castillo [0:46:47]

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Kelly Castillo

Megan Block

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