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In the latest episode of "The Grown-Ups Are Talking" mini-series, Adulting 101, we dive into the essentials of personal finance. From budgeting basics to investing and managing credit, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you take control of your finances. Whether you're just starting your financial journey or looking to sharpen your money management skills, this episode offers straightforward advice on building an emergency fund, understanding investment options, and making the most of your credit cards.

Tune in to get the foundational knowledge you need to confidently navigate your financial future!

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Welcome to the first episode of our new mini-series, ‘Adulting 101,’ from ‘The Grown-Ups Are Talking.’ In this episode, we tackle one of the essential skills for any young adult: cooking a basic meal. Whether you're short on time or money, knowing how to prepare a simple dish like pasta can be a lifesaver. We'll guide you step-by-step through the process of making pasta, from boiling water to adding sauce (it's that simple). Join us as we take the first step in mastering adulting basics. Next time, we'll dive into managing your finances. Tune in and get ready to conquer adulthood!

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In part two of our exploration of body image, we delve deeper into the complexities of the adult experience with my guests, Xhuliana and Maya. Building on our previous episode, where Judah shared insights into body perception and control, this episode focuses on the nuances of the female and queer bodies, and their profound impact on sex, relationships, and personal identity.

Xhuliana and Maya join us for a candid discussion on how societal expectations and personal journeys shape their relationships with their bodies. From navigating intimacy to challenging stereotypes, we explore how the intersectionality of gender and sexuality influences body image in the modern world.

Join us as we uncover layers of vulnerability, empowerment, and societal norms through the eyes of our insightful guests. It's a deep dive into personal stories and societal reflections– you won't want to miss it!

In today's episode, we dive deep into the complex landscape of body image. From childhood to adulthood, our perceptions of ourselves are shaped by a myriad of influences—family, friends, cultural norms, and societal expectations—all contributing to how we view our physical selves.

Join us as we share personal stories and reflections on our own body image journeys. From struggling with weight and acne during formative years to navigating societal pressures and media influences, we unpack the factors that shape how we feel about our bodies.

We'll delve into the impact of gender, cultural backgrounds, and mental health on body image, and explore how physical health and professional settings influence our sense of self. Tune in as we share personal stories and insights, aiming to uncover the complexities and empower listeners in their own journeys of self-acceptance.

In this episode of The Grown-Ups Are Talking, we explore the fascinating topic of ambition. From early school days, we recognize those who are especially driven—teacher's pets, top achievers, and go-getters. Ambition isn't a trait that suddenly appears in adulthood; it's something many carry throughout their lives. As we grow, our attitudes towards ambition and success begin to shape our paths, leading to diverse life trajectories.

Join Rosa, Kanika, and me for a thoughtful conversation on how ambition influences our lives and the many ways it manifests. If you’re new to the show, be sure to hit subscribe and join us for this engaging discussion!

We just graduated!!! In this episode, Abby talks with some of her peers from the class of 2024, Yumtso Bhum and Maya Nalawade, about what it means to have just graduated. Graduation means entering a void- a scary, unfamiliar, expansive new phase of our lives, otherwise known as 'adulthood'. They discuss their experiences of graduation, this elusive transitional period, and what their post-grad selves might look like.

Money plays a huge role in your experience as a young adult and in the transition into adulthood. Money can define your status as an adult; essentially, once you are no longer reliant on your parents to pay for stuff, you might consider yourself an adult- and justifiably so. But beyond this, money plays a huge role in our perception of ourselves as an adult because of all of the emotional and logistical baggage it brings. When you’re navigating adulthood, all sorts of privileges and freedoms you can and can’t enjoy are a direct result of money or are tied to money in some way. The way you’re able to live your life is to a large extent dictated by money. In this episode, Eve, Marco, and I share our own struggles with reckoning with money, feeling behind, identifying what it means to be financially free, and more.

In this episode, we're thinking about the impacts on our mental health and how we take care of our mental health during the transition into adulthood. This phase of our lives can take a significant toll on people’s mental health because it is often a period of great uncertainty and instability, and almost inevitably of change. Your routines might have to evolve to accommodate a new job, or the support systems you’ve maintained may look entirely different as you learn to let go of past relationships and develop new ones. We anticipate various factors that might impact our mental health, and, after dwelling in our fear and despair for long enough, we consider what we might do to confront these challenges.  .