We think you may know some of these travel hacks but hopefully these reminders will help you take the stress out of your next trip! From road trips to flights, we’ve got some tips and tricks to keep you smiling while traveling.

Favorite Things Bailey: 

Nuuly Rentals

My Literary League Book Club 

Favorite Things Courtney:

Finding Me by Viola Davis Discover that It Starts With Us is a Sequel not a Prequel

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It’s time to reset from a loud  weekend of holiday and Black Friday shopping. Here’s your guide for what to do if you feel overwhelmed or spent more than you wanted to this weekend. We’ll also share ideas for navigating the rest of the holiday season for you to enjoy your holidays this year. 

Favorite Things Bailey: 

Notion Holiday Planner

Long baths around 4:30 PM 

Favorite Things Courtney:

Sharing my OOTDs! Our Christmas Tree Tradition

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Gift giving season is here and even though we think it’s just fine NOT to exchange gifts, consumable gifts are our first choice. They are easy to gift and don’t leave behind a bunch of clutter. From candy and candles, to miles and books, you’ll enjoy these thoughtful ideas for your neighbors, co-workers, team, friends and family, and other loves.

Favorite Things Bailey: 

All My Rage

Taylor Swift Midnights Album 

Favorite Things Courtney:

Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow Gabrielle Zevin

Afternoon tonic I found here on tiktok. 

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Episode Notes and Resources: 

Holiday Candy from Sugarfina 

Uncommon Goods 

Masterclass 

Use the Code BEAUTIFULDETOUR to get 15% off on Equilibria

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Tis the season! Courtney & Bailey bring you the Soul & Wit Holiday Extravaganza. This duo talk all about what to watch, eat, and read this holiday season. Consider this your guide to the best shows, books, and recipes to enjoy with your family. 

Favorite Things Bailey: 

New Olive and June Press-Ons

Fresh Fruit from TJs (pears to red apples)

Favorite Things Courtney:

StorytilesAmsterdam

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Check out our other Holiday Extravaganza Episodes 

The Holiday Extravaganza: Our Favorite Books and Movies (Ep. 48) 

Holiday Extravaganza 2021 (Ep. 89) 

Books: (not read)

Meet Me Under the Mistletoe by Jenny Bayliss

The Holiday Trap by Roan Parrish

One Last Gift by Emily Stone

A Merry Little Meet Cute by Julie Murphy and Sierra SimoneComfort & Joy by Kristin HannahChristmas in Paris by Anita Hughes

Books: (read)

Always in December

A Season for Second Chances

Eight Perfect Hours

In A Holidaze by Christina Lauren 

One Day in December by Josie Silver

Best Holiday Movies

RECIPES

Eggnog snickerdoodles

Chewy Chocolate Snowcaps

Brit + Co Holiday Cookies (Grinch Linzer Cookies)

Hot Buttered Rum

Peanut Butter Blossom

Christmas Toffee

Thumbrint Cookies

Pitzelles

Meringue

Pangobooks (buy and sell books with other readers) 

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In honor of the first week of November, Courtney & Bailey are sharing unexpected ways to give back. From giving away books and sending thank you notes, to doing more activities in your neighborhood, over-tipping, leaving positive reviews, and supporting locals, this episode is a reminder that a little goes a long way.

Favorite Things Bailey: 

Orzo Pasta Salad

Obsessed with how cute this blanket is

Favorite Things Courtney:

Tranquility By Tuesday by Laura Vanderkam

Fave Quote from book: Going to bed earlier is how grown-ups sleep in. – Laura Vanderkam

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Episode Notes and Resources: 

Radical Street Librarian (IG: @storybookmaze) 

Together Rising Organization 

For your furry friends, you can find Pup Cups at Normal Ice Cream & Starbucks. 

I want to thank you by Gina Hammadey 

Random Acts of Joy and Kindness Episode 

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It’s Halloween!! Bailey has been waiting for this holiday to fall on a Monday for years so we could celebrate in real time on the podcast. This episode will help you enjoy this spooky day with her favorite recipes, books, movies, decorations, costumes, and activitiesl

Favorite Things Bailey: 

Tomorrow, Tomorrow, Tomorrow

Brita Filter that filters as you pour

Favorite Things Courtney:

The It Girl by Ruth Ware 

Romper Article: Folding Laundry is a scam

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Episode Notes and Resources: 

Hocus Pocus Movie 

Practical Magic Movie 

TV Series with Best Clips from Halloween 

Sabrina the Teenage Witch TV Series S1 Ep 5 

Friends S8 Ep 6 

Gilmore Girls S6 Ep 7 

Boy Meets World S5 Ep 17 

How I Met your Mother S1 Ep 6 

Books 

Verity by Colleen Hoover 

The Wife Upstairs by Rachel Hawkings 

Lock the Door by Vincent Ralph 

Layla by Collen Hoover 

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Courtney & Bailey answer the best questions in this quarterly-ish listener Q & A. 

From books, clothes, work boundaries to mother daughter relationships and burnout, this duo invites you to tune in, relax, laugh and grow with them. 

Favorite Things Bailey: 

Collapsible desk table 

Dressing Caspian up in his different outfits. 

Favorite Things Courtney:

Oktoberfest at home

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Episode Notes and Resources: 

Gilmore Girls Episode #130  (Favorite Bailey’s Episode on the podcast) 

On Aging (A.K.A. Bailey’s Birthday Episode) #123 (Courtney’s Favorite Episode on the podcast) 

The Happiness Lab Podcast with Dr. Laurie Santos (Burnout and how to Avoid It Episode)

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Today we’re talking about how to deal with unsolicited advice. Whether you are the one who likes to give the advice or dreads receiving it, there is something for all of us to learn in this episode about how we tell each other what we think.

Favorite Things Bailey: 

Loafers for fall

Tomato Confit Recipe

Favorite Things Courtney:

The fun feedback we’ve been getting on our Gilmore Girls Episode

31 Days of Gifts

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There are so many things Courtney and Bailey want to share with you so they made a whole episode, each sharing 10 kind of random but fun and interesting things. These fun finds and observations didn’t really fit in another episode so here they are!

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Episode Notes and Resources: 

Meal Prep Book 

Carly Riordan 10+ things 

Bailey 10 things to share with you blog post

Courtney 10 personal things to share with you blog post  

Emma Straub article

Rachel Crethar 

Normal Ice Cream 

Project 333

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Even though the to-do list gets all the glory, we think the not to-do list may be even more important.. Courtney & Bailey share their lists to inspire you to create your own. Your not to-do lists will help you honor your boundaries and create space for all of your favorite things.

Favorite Things Bailey: 

Book basket

Euro coloring book

Favorite Things Courtney:

Golden Coil Planner

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Episode Notes and Resources: 

Social Media Scheduling App 

Snacks that make you feel like you’re eating a wicker chair (TikTok Video) 

Coco Floss 

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