Talk AB It Podcast

In this episode, we talk about something so common, yet so overlooked—speaking without thinking. It shows up in moments of frustration, when we’re joking around, trying to fit in, or even just filling silence. It’s a natural human reaction, but it can reveal more about us than we realize.

This conversation dives into the idea that our words are often a reflection of what’s going on internally. The way we speak—especially in unfiltered moments—can expose our thoughts, our emotions, and even the condition of our hearts. That’s why learning to watch what you say isn’t about restriction, it’s about awareness. Awareness of your tone, your intentions, and the impact your words have, because once something is said, it doesn’t just disappear—it lingers.

We also explore how being mindful of your words can protect your peace. Not every thought needs to be spoken, and not every opinion needs to be shared. There’s power in pausing, in choosing what’s worth saying and what’s better left unsaid.

At its core, this episode reframes self-control as discipline rather than perfection. It’s about learning to listen, process, and then speak—instead of reacting impulsively.

This is a conversation about becoming someone who speaks with intention, not impulse. Someone who thinks before they respond and understands the weight their words carry.

This episode is a reflection on the small mindset shifts I’ve been leaning into in this season—simple reminders that have been helping me step out of pressure and into a healthier perspective. It’s about learning how much the way we think shapes the way we live, and how choosing a different lens can bring more peace, patience, and clarity into everyday life.

I talk about the importance of letting go of urgency, releasing the need to control outcomes, and focusing more on how I show up rather than what I get in return. This season has been less about doing everything perfectly and more about realigning my mindset—choosing consistency, creating space, and trusting that growth is happening even when it’s quiet. It’s a reminder that sometimes the biggest changes come from the smallest shifts in perspective.

This episode dives into the connection between self-love and the spaces we allow things—physically, mentally, and emotionally—to take up in our lives. We talk about how clutter isn’t just about messy rooms or overstuffed closets, but the habits, relationships, thoughts, and expectations we hold onto that no longer serve us.

Loving yourself isn’t just affirmations and bubble baths—it’s being honest about what needs to go. It’s taking a step back and asking: what am I holding onto that’s weighing me down? What am I allowing into my life that doesn’t align with who I am or who I want to become?

We unpack the importance of decluttering your life with intention. Not everything deserves access to you. When you start removing what feels heavy, distracting, or misaligned, you create space—space for clarity, confidence, and a stronger sense of self.

Reorganizing your life isn’t about becoming someone new, it’s about returning to your core. It’s about prioritizing what actually matters to you and building a life around that. Because the way you treat your time, your energy, and your environment is a direct reflection of how you feel about yourself.

At the end of the day, self-love is shown through what you keep—and what you’re willing to let go of.

Lately, I feel like I’ve been seeing the “cool girl” aesthetic everywhere—on social media, in outfits, in the way people act, talk, and present themselves. And honestly… I love it. It’s fun, it’s inspiring, it makes you want to elevate yourself. But at the same time, I had this moment where I realized something really important: the coolest thing you can actually be… is yourself. It’s so easy to get caught up in chasing a certain aesthetic or vibe to the point where you start slowly shifting who you are. You start dressing, talking, or even thinking in ways that don’t fully feel like you, but more like who you think you’re supposed to be. And that’s where it can go wrong. Because coolness isn’t something you copy—it’s something you create.

There’s something so powerful about letting yourself “cook up” your own version of cool. Your interests, your quirks, your style, your energy—those are the things that make you stand out. Not fitting into a box, but building your own. And a huge part of this is confidence. Not loud, over-the-top confidence—but that quiet, grounded belief where you just know you’re cool. You don’t need constant validation, you don’t need to prove it, you just embody it.

When you stop chasing and start owning who you are, that’s when everything shifts. That’s when your energy becomes magnetic. That’s when you naturally become the kind of person people are drawn to—because it’s real. So instead of asking, “How can I be that cool girl?” start asking, “What makes me feel the most like myself?”

Because that version of you? That’s the one that’s actually cool.

In this episode, I share what it’s been like to be in a season where I feel this strong need to be in control—but honestly don’t know how to be. When every decision feels so important, it’s easy to put pressure on yourself to make all the “right” choices and feel like everything depends on you. I talk about the fear of going down the wrong path, the pressure of not wanting to repeat past mistakes, and the constant push to keep moving forward—even when life feels heavy. That anxiety can make you feel stuck, like if you don’t figure it out now, you’re falling behind.

But the more I sit in these feelings, the more I realize they’re all pointing to the same thing: I was never meant to carry this much control on my own.

In this episode, I also read a chapter from a book I’m currently going through that’s been helping me shift my perspective. It’s been reminding me to let go, to stop gripping so tightly to every outcome, and to trust that God is working in my life—even when I can’t see it yet. This conversation is about surrender. About releasing the need to have everything mapped out and choosing to trust God with the unknown. Because faith isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about believing you’re being guided, even in the uncertainty. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious about your future, or scared of making the wrong choice, this episode is here to remind you: you don’t have to control everything to be exactly where you’re meant to be.

In this episode, we’re getting honest about something that quietly shapes our lives more than we realize: what we choose to tolerate. “Stop Accepting Bad Behavior” is all about recognizing that while we can’t control how other people act, we can control what we allow into our lives—and that changes everything.

We dive into the truth that what you accept from others is often a reflection of how you see yourself. If you’re constantly allowing less than what you know you deserve, it’s worth asking: why? Why would you accept less than the effort, respect, and energy you so freely give? This episode challenges you to raise your standards—not out of ego, but out of self-respect.

At the same time, we talk about how someone showing up with bad behavior doesn’t automatically make them a bad person. Sometimes, people are placed in your life to teach you something—about boundaries, self-worth, or even what you don’t want. The key is learning how to separate the lesson from the behavior and deciding what stays and what goes.

And just as importantly, we turn the mirror inward. It’s not just about what we accept from others—it’s about what we allow from ourselves. The habits we excuse, the ways we hold ourselves back, the standards we lower when no one’s watching. Growth starts when we stop tolerating our own patterns that don’t serve us.

This episode is your reminder that you set the tone for your life. What you allow is what continues—so choose wisely.

In this special episode, I sit down with one of the most influential people in my life—my dad. Someone who has never just told me to chase what I love, but has truly lived it out in a way that shaped how I see my own path. He’s been a constant example of what it looks like to pursue your passions with intention, patience, and faith.

We dive into the difference between a dream and a passion—how dreams can feel distant and idealized, but passions are what you’re willing to show up for every single day. He shares why forcing a path never leads to fulfillment, and instead encourages staying open: look for opportunities, build connections, and trust where your effort meets purpose.

More than anything, his story is one of resilience and faith. After surviving stage 3 cancer, his perspective on life deepened in a way that’s impossible to ignore. What could have broken him instead strengthened his relationship with God and gave him an even clearer sense of what truly matters.

This episode is about more than advice—it’s about legacy, perspective, and learning from someone who has walked through both success and hardship without losing sight of who he is.

In this episode, we sit down with Kallie Miller to talk about following your passions and trusting the journey, even when the path isn’t perfectly clear. Kallie shares how her love for dance began at a young age and continued through college at Mankato, where she not only deepened her passion but also found her voice and confidence. Her dedication to dance eventually led her into coaching, where she discovered a new love for mentoring younger dancers and helping them build both skill and self-confidence.

Kallie also opens up about a major career transition—from working at Kare 11 to finding her place at Life Time. While the path wasn’t always straightforward, it ultimately led her to a career she truly loves. Her passion for her work is evident, and she shares how embracing change helped her grow both professionally and personally.

Outside of work, Kallie talks about the importance of balance, continuing to challenge yourself, and always striving to become the best version of who you are. Her story is a reminder that even when the journey isn’t perfectly planned, following what you love can lead you exactly where you’re meant to be.

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In this episode, we sit down with Whitney Schutt to talk about what it really looks like to pursue multiple dreams over the course of your life — even when you don’t know how the story will unfold. Whitney’s journey is a testament to what can happen when someone is deeply hardworking, motivated, and passionate about the things that matter most to them. Through seasons of uncertainty, she continued to show up, trust the process, and believe that if she kept working, the outcome would come. And time after time, it did.

Whitney’s story is a powerful reminder that dreams don’t always happen all at once — they unfold in chapters. Each season requires courage, patience, and belief in yourself, especially when the outcome is uncertain. Whitney kept showing up, kept working, and kept trusting that if she stayed passionate and committed, the doors meant for her would open.

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In this episode, we’re talking about the quiet (and sometimes very loud) pressure that comes with college — the pressure to have a plan, a personality, a five-year vision, and somehow also be having the best time of your life. So much of what feels overwhelming isn’t actually coming from within you — it’s coming from the outside world and what people label as “normal.” The expectation that college is this perfectly curated, self-discovery montage where you come out the other side completely certain of who you are? That’s not normal. And it’s not realistic. When you feel like people are watching — waiting to see what you’ll do next, how much fun you’re having, how well you know yourself — it can make you feel like you constantly have to prove something. But the truth is, you don’t.

College was never meant to be about graduating with everything figured out. It’s about knowing more than you did before. It’s about starting a relationship with yourself — learning your interests, your dislikes, what you value in friendships, what environments drain you, and what possible career paths spark something in you. The longer you’re here, the more your real values begin to surface. And in those seasons where you feel like you’re just waiting — waiting to graduate, waiting for the next chapter, waiting to finally “arrive” — maybe the real invitation is to stop rushing. To enjoy where you are. To welcome what’s coming without wishing away what’s here. To make the memories, hug your people, and hug yourself a little tighter too.