That sinking feeling as the weekend winds down? Yep, the Sunday Scaries are a real thing! This week we're diving into this universal experience with a little twist, sharing our moments of pre-Monday anxiety, and offering some surprisingly simple strategies to help you reclaim your Sunday evenings and face the week with a little less dread. The catch is that it is with kids! Yes, thats right. A different perspective on how the stress of the upcoming week is not just impacting the adults in the room. We hope you enjoy this brief episode! 

Time to get heavy and real in our emotions. Grief is a universal experience, yet it's deeply personal and often isolating. In this episode, we explore the complex and ever-changing landscape of grief, offering practical tools, compassionate insights, and stories of our own journey. Join us as we navigate the waves of loss, learn to honor our emotions, and discover pathways towards living with the weight grief gives us.

Resources: 

• SADS Grief and Loss Resources
• SAMHSA coping and bereavement
• The Grieving Brain
• Bearing the Unbearable

Buckle up, buttercups! This week we are diving headfirst into the chaotic (and sometimes hilarious) world of relationships. Join us as we dissect some cringe-worthy dating mishaps, awkward experiences, and the absolute necessity of self-love in finding love. We'll be navigating red flags with a comedic lens, sharing hopefully helpful tips, and emphasize how keeping good communication is a must. Get ready for an episode filled with laughter, relatable anecdotes, and a reminder that even in the midst of the disasters, there's always room for a good chuckle. Because let's face it, sometimes all you can do is look back and laugh!

Resources:

Love is Respect

Healthy Relationship Resources

Alright, grab your coffee! This week on Silly Little Sundays, we are tackling adulting fails! Have you ever felt like when life gives you lemons you manage to just spill the lemonade? Don’t worry, us too. We'll share our funniest mishaps and offer slightly helpful tips for surviving the chaos. We'll cover budgeting dread, plant-killing woes, and everything in between. Join us for relatable chaos and a reminder that we're all just trying our best. 

Tips:

• The "Five Minute Rule": When overwhelmed, tackle one small task for just five minutes. You'd be surprised how much you can accomplish!

• The Power of Laughter: Sometimes, you just have to laugh at the absurdity of it all. We'll provide plenty of material.

•  The "Treat Yourself" Mentality: Whether it's a bubble bath, a favorite snack, or a nap, remember to prioritize self-care.

• The "Ask for Help" Mantra: It's okay to lean on your friends, family, or even a professional when you need support.

Rejection. That sting we all know too well. Whether it's a missed promotion at work, a frosty reception from family, or feeling left out by friends, rejection can leave us feeling bruised and battered. But what if we told you there's a powerful antidote? This week on Silly Little Sundays, we're getting into the messy world of rejection with a healthy dose of laughter. Join your besties as we share our own hilariously awkward (and sometimes heartbreaking) rejection stories. We'll explore the different flavors of rejection – from the professional to the personal – and offer practical strategies for bouncing back. Because sometimes, the best way to heal is to laugh it off (and maybe vent a little!). Get ready for some relatable stories, silly insights, and a reminder that you're not alone in this thing called life. So grab your favorite beverage, settle in, and let's turn those rejection blues into something a little less blue, and a lot more silly!

Sundays are for relaxation, reflection, and... complaining? Join us on this week's episode as we explore the surprisingly diverse world of whining. We will be dissecting why we complain, the impact it has on our relationships (and our own moods!), and share some seriously relatable stories of complaint-induced chaos. But it's not all doom and gloom! We will also offer practical (and often ridiculous) tips for breaking free from the complaint cycle and finding humor in even the most frustrating situations. Get ready for some laughs, a few regrettable moments, and maybe even a little self-reflection. Because let's face it, we've all been there.

On this Silly Little Sunday, we're getting real about the messy, beautiful journey of vulnerability.

We'll dive deep into:

• The Fear of Falling Apart: Why vulnerability often feels like a terrifying freefall, and how to navigate those feelings.
• Childhood Wounds & Vulnerability: Exploring how past experiences have shaped our comfort (or discomfort) with being open.
• Vulnerability in Action: Sharing personal stories about the risks we've taken and the incredible rewards we've reaped.

Join us as we celebrate the courage to be imperfect, and discover how embracing vulnerability can lead to a richer, more authentic life.

Join us as we get into the messy, hilarious, and sometimes heartbreaking world of health and wellness. In this episode, we get real about our own personal "hiccups" – from unexpected injuries to mental health struggles and dietary disasters to the frustrating reality of "wellness that doesn't work."

Resources:

NIH Emotional Wellness Toolkit

Dive headfirst into the sometimes-serious world of anxiety. In this episode, we're pulling back the curtain on those unexpected panic attacks, exploring the weird and wonderful ways anxiety manifests (hello, racing heart and existential dread!), and sharing some surprisingly silly (and surprisingly effective) coping strategies. From breathing exercises that sound like they belong in a cartoon to the power of a good, old-fashioned distraction (think: cat videos!), we're here to remind you that you're not alone in this, and that even in the midst of the chaos, there's always room for a little silliness. So grab your favorite comfort snack (ours is definitely not healthy), get ready for some real talk with a side of laughter, and let's tackle anxiety together, one silly step at a time.

Resources (not sponsored just helpful): 

• National Institute of Mental Health
• Rewire Your Anxious Brain: Stop Overthinking, Find Calm, and Be Present (The Path to Calm)
• Headspace

Are you dreading the holiday season? Join us for a hilarious and heartfelt exploration of holiday dysfunction. We'll dive into the chaos of family gatherings, the stress of gift-giving, and the anxiety of holiday parties. From awkward encounters to financial burdens, we'll share our own personal experiences and offer practical tips for surviving the season with your sanity intact. So, grab a cup of cocoa, sit back, and let's laugh our way through the holidays together.

Resources: 

NAMI Avoiding Holiday Stress Tips

NAMI - For those who find the holidays triggering