So Why Not

Did birthdays stop being a big deal after childhood? Do you have too much going on in your life to take time to celebrate you? I invite you to consider what lights you up for your next birthday with some of these ideas.

Find a huge list of discounts and freebies for your birthday

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Do you ever get caught in the comparison trap wondering how everyone else gets so much done and you're falling more and more behind? It may seem like it but no one can do it all. But there are ways to do things better or time to know when it's time to think about doing things differently. In this episode I cover what goes into planning out my schedule.

P-L-A-N-S

Links:

4 Reasons Writing Things Down on Paper Still Reigns Supreme

Live Free Creative Minimal Meal Plans

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What's your first reaction when you're faced with an intimidating project or idea? Do you avoid it or procrastinate getting started? Or do you jump in head first and learn all you can?

This episode is all about going for it. We talk about learning new things, starting a business, evaluating when it's time for a change, and finding your people to grow even more.

@rachelsblockparty on Instagram

www.rachelsblockparty.com

Episode page: http://sowhynot.me/episode-21-so-why-not-dive-into-what-intimidates-you-with-rachel-barzee/

Who knew you could learn so many life lessons from an interview with an interior designer?!

I always enjoy a story of hard work and ingenuity from a successful entrepreneur but we covered a wide range of topics in this interview outside of designing beautiful spaces.

This is another episode with something for everyone.

Make sure to check out Danaking.com.

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Is there anything you are so passionate about that you would continue to pursue for decades even if you didn't see success? This episode features a story of unwavering dedication and persistence.

I also include some recent FAQs about my job as a pharmacist in a pediatric hospital.

The Daily Podcast episode

NY Times

Stat News

CNN

Carnegie

Wired

R naught

If you were faced with the opportunity to live in another country, would you take it? How exciting and adventurous that would be! In this episode, Holly Richards details her family's years in Europe, what she missed from the US, what they took away from their experiences, and what they miss about Europe now that they're back in the US.

In this episode I talked with writer and educator (and my aunt!) Karen George Aukema about how she took inspiration from her own life and wrote historical fiction books about a boy named Ashel. Karen gives valuable tips for getting started and what has been helpful for her. Whether you're interested in writing yourself or not, this episode highlights what it means to take an idea all the way from inspiration to fruition.

Make sure to check out her website: karengaukema.com

Ashel's Christmas

Ashel's Spring

What sticks out in your mind that someone has done to make your day a little better? What is a seemingly small effort that you enjoy doing for others? Today's episode includes so many ideas that can help you take that extra step to do something for someone else.

Some of my favorite ideas to send in the mail: Brightbox (make sure to listen for a discount code!)

Jeni's Ice Cream

Baked by Melissa

The Bouqs Co.

Check out The Simple Sunflower

If you see a celebrity or someone you admire or idolize, would you be brave enough to talk to them? Or do you feel like you're bothering them? I invited my husband back for this episode because when he's determined to meet someone famous, he makes it happen. No matter how uncomfortable or hesitant I may be! Ha!

Listen for his tips and tricks and what his thought process is for talking to celebrities.

Who doesn't love a vacation?! In this episode I talk about why travel is important to me, some of my favorite travel memories, tips and tricks for what works well for us, and an invitation to consider what parts of travel you value in terms of importance and monetary worth.

Southwest card referral

Favorite travel and idea accounts:

@lovetaza

@busytoddler

@themomtrotter

@thepointsguy

@nerdwallet

@femalefoodie

@sharonsaysso

@thebucketlistfamily