This week, we're celebrating TWO years since Ellyn left her 9-to-5 🎉 and reflecting on the unexpected lessons we’ve learned while building our creative lives from the ground up.From funny moments to mindset shifts, here’s what we get into:🔑 The real meaning of “soft life” when you’re still hustling🛏️ Aja’s sleep epiphany (and how it changed her entire routine)🧠 Time-blindness, ADHD, and learning to be kind to your schedule🥂 Celebrating 2 years of entrepreneurship—even when it still feels messy🚫 How we “DND”👽 A baby stingray that convinced us aliens are real (trust us!)Whether you're deep in your hustle, navigating a pivot, or just trying to reclaim some quiet, this one’s for you.—💬 Drop us a comment: What soft life habit are you protecting right now?🎧 Press play—you’ll laugh, reflect, and probably want to go to bed earlier.—✨ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more of The Regents Podcast convos on creativity, career shifts, and owning your power.✨ ✨ Let’s Stay Connected:Instagram: @theregentspodcast TikTok: @regentspodcastEmail: [email protected] you for being here! 💙🩵

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Soft Life Concept

02:57 Navigating Hustle and Softness

05:54 Personal Growth and Scheduling Challenges

08:48 Finding Balance in Work and Rest

11:44 The Evolution of Soft Life

14:45 Creating a Sustainable Lifestyle

17:48 Lessons from Successful Figures

20:31 Embracing Change and New Routines

23:28 The Impact of Sleep on Productivity

26:20 Conclusion and Future Aspirations

41:49 The Power of Timing in Communication

43:16 Understanding Sleep and Its Importance

44:52 The Role of Memory and Mental Exercise

46:16 The Importance of Continuous Learning

48:22 Diversifying Information Sources

50:00 Challenging Hustle Culture

52:01 Finding Balance and Embracing Rest

55:55 The Impact of Societal Expectations on Women

59:39 Creating a Soft Life Amidst Chaos

01:01:53 The Importance of Personal Boundaries

01:05:47 Daily Routines for a Balanced Life

01:08:44 The Value of Connection and Community

01:13:36 Encouraging Support and Engagement

01:18:02 The Journey of Building Together

This week on the pod, we’re talking about something that often gets overlooked on the road to success: gratitude.From the small wins to the big milestones, we’re learning that pausing to celebrate is not just powerful...it’s necessary. 🙏✨We reflect on how hustle culture made us minimize our progress, and why we’re choosing to slow down, look around, and give ourselves (and those around us) the flowers we’ve earned. 🌸If you've ever struggled to feel like you're “doing enough,” or if you're constantly on to the next goal without celebrating the last one, this one's for you.📌 Tap play and join us as we reframe success through the lens of gratitude.—💬 What’s one win you forgot to celebrate? Drop it in the comments; we want to hype you up!🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere you get your podcasts📲 Follow @theregentspodcast on IG & TikTok✨ New episodes biweekly - Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more of The Regents Podcast convos on creativity, career shifts, and owning your power.🤝 Let’s Stay Connected:Instagram: @theregentspodcast TikTok: @regentspodcastEmail: [email protected] you for being here! 💙🩵

Ellyn and Aja dive deep into the emotions, mindset, and identity shifts around money as creative entrepreneurs. From corporate paychecks to unpredictable income seasons, they reflect on how money used to define their self-worth—and how that’s evolving in real time.They unpack topics like:💸 Scarcity vs. abundance mindset💼 Leaving financial “security” behind in pursuit of purpose🧠 Therapy, investing, and nervous system resets🎯 The emotional baggage of money & redefining “enough”💡 Using faith, journaling, and intention to break out of fearPLUS—don’t miss their signature game segment, “Buy or Bye Bye Bye”, where they debate $75 candles, millionaire-in-90-days courses, and whether booking a weekend to “reset your nervous system” is worth the splurge.Whether you’re building your dream business or just reassessing your relationship with money—this episode is for you.🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere you get your podcasts📲 Follow @theregionspodcast on IG & TikTok🛑 This is NOT financial advice. This is mindset support from your favorite besties in the business.✨ New episodes biweekly - Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more of The Regents Podcast convos on creativity, career shifts, and owning your power.✨ Let’s Stay Connected:Instagram: @theregentspodcast TikTok: @regentspodcastEmail: [email protected] you for being here! 💙🩵—#MoneyMindset#AbundanceOverFear#CreativeEntrepreneurs#WomenInBusiness#SolopreneurLife#FinancialWellness#EntrepreneurJourney#BurnoutRecovery#PurposeOverPaycheck#RegionsPodcast#MindsetShift#BuildWithBelief#IntentionalLiving#BlackWomenPodcasters#BuyOrByeByeBye

This week, Aja and Ellyn dive into a real one: how do you protect your peace when hustle culture is baked into everything—from your 9-to-5 past to your entrepreneurial present?

We talk about learning to slow down without guilt, recognizing burnout before it hits, and shifting from doing more to doing what matters. This episode is full of honest reflection on setting boundaries, building sustainable routines, and unlearning the productivity = self-worth trap.

We even play a game of "Protect or Neglect?"—our rapid-fire take on everyday peace-draining decisions like checking emails in bed, taking last-minute gigs, and muting notifications. (Spoiler: naps are sacred. 😴)

Whether you're building a business or just trying to survive late-stage capitalism with your sanity intact—this episode is for you.

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What do you do when life refuses to follow the plan — but the dream doesn’t pause?In this episode of The Regions Podcast, Aja and Ellyn embrace the glorious chaos of the “in between.” They talk honestly about what it means to be creators and entrepreneurs in a season that’s messy, nonlinear, and often full of doubt — but still deeply rooted in purpose.From the tension of showing up imperfectly to the lessons in letting go of control, this episode is your reminder that building a creative life doesn’t have to look perfect to be real. Sometimes the best growth happens when you give yourself grace and keep going — even in the middle of the mess.Whether you're balancing life and ambition, trusting your own timing, or trying to stay motivated without structure — you're not alone.✨ This one is for the dreamers in the middle of it.—🕒 Timestamps 0:00 – Intro: Yes, this is a chaos episode6:14 – “We are not in the tidy chapter...”9:57 – When structure can’t save you — but grace can17:23 – Surrendering the urge to control everything21:49 – The power of showing up imperfectly30:12 – Finding clarity in the chaos52:00 – Why networking feels icky (and how to reframe it)56:00 – The gift of having friends who remind you who you are—✨ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more of The Regents Podcast convos on creativity, career shifts, and owning your power.✨ ✨ Let’s Stay Connected:Instagram: @theregentspodcast TikTok: @regentspodcastEmail: [email protected] you for being here! 💙🩵—Hashtags:#TheChaosEpisode #CreativeLife #WomenInPodcasting #TrustTheProcess #MessyMiddle #PodcastForWomen #CreativeEntrepreneurship #ShowUpImperfectly

✨ You’re doing the work. You’ve made the leap. You’re building the dream.But why does it still feel so… quiet?In this episode of The Regents Podcast, Aja & Ellyn talk about the invisible parts of pursuing your passion — the moments when self-doubt creeps in, when rest feels like resistance, and when showing up feels harder than ever.They unpack what it means to stay committed to your creative life even when the applause is silent — and why that quiet might actually be part of the process.If you’ve ever asked yourself, "Is this even real? Am I really doing this?" — this conversation is for you.👇 Drop a comment if you’re in the quiet part of your journey. We’re right there with you.—🕒 Timestamps 0:00 – Intro4:05 – “I’m doing everything I wanted... so why do I feel like I’m failing?”12:14 – Is it rest, or is it overwhelm?18:41 – Building something invisible takes real energy26:09 – Staying committed when no one’s clapping31:22 – Love doesn’t mean easy — it means committed—✨ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more of The Regents Podcast convos on creativity, career shifts, and owning your power.✨ ✨ Let’s Stay Connected:Instagram: @theregentspodcast TikTok: @regentspodcastEmail: [email protected] you for being here! 💙🩵—Keywords:pursuing your dreams when it’s hard, creative burnout recovery, podcast for women chasing dreams, motivation for creatives, rest vs resistance, building a creative life, invisible work, burnout as a creative, female founders podcast, millennial women podcastHashtags:#CreativeJourney #DreamChasing #PodcastForWomen #RestIsProductive #BurnoutRecovery #WomenInPodcasting #MindsetShift #InvisibleWork #QuietSeasons #CreativeBurnout

We’re BACK—and it’s a special one! 🎉 It’s our ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY (what?!), and we’re celebrating 38 episodes of laughs, deep convos, and creative adventures.

From starting out as coworkers at the University of Hartford (Redcaps & RAs, baby!) to building this podcast together, we’re reflecting on the journey, the lessons, and the gratitude we feel for this space and eachother.

PLUS—because we can’t resist a little fun—we each created surprise games for each other! 👀 Expect inside jokes, callbacks to iconic pod moments, and plenty of laughs for both OG listeners and new friends.

Thank you for rocking with us for a whole YEAR! 💙🩵 Let’s celebrate together—drop your favorite moment from the pod in the comments!

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What happens when your plan changes? This week, Aja and Ellyn dive into how to adapt your mindset when goals evolve. We’re breaking down how to reframe success, reassess what truly matters, and pivot without losing ambition or momentum. 🚀We’re talking:✨ The balance between process vs. outcome✨ Trusting the unseen version of yourself✨ The power of hope, consistency & staying focused✨ When to reflect, reassess, and pivotIf you've ever felt stuck between where you are and where you want to be, this one's for you. Let’s talk about embracing change with confidence! 🎧🎙️ Listen to The Regents Podcast for more convos on creativity, career shifts, and owning your power.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real talk!Connect with us:Instagram: @theregentspodcast TikTok: @regentspodcastEmail: [email protected] you for watching!

This week, we’re throwing it back to an iconic Eleanor Roosevelt quote: ‘No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.’ Ellyn first spotted it on a Sips Iced Tea box in elementary school (lol, deep thoughts over juice), and now we’re breaking down what it really means as grown women. Inspired by You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero, we’re talking self-worth, confidence, and why the energy you give is the energy people will meet you with. Aja says if you take no mess, people know not to be messy with you. So, how do you stand firm in who you are and take up space? Let’s get into it.🎙️ Listen to The Regents Podcast for more unfiltered convos on creativity, career shifts, and owning your power.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real talk!Connect with us:Instagram: @theregentspodcast TikTok: @regentspodcastEmail: [email protected] you for watching!#selfconfidence#womenempowerment#takingupspace#TheRegentsPodcast#JenSinceroYouAreABadass#eleanorrooseveltquotes#mindsetshift#millennialwomenpodcast#creativecareers#quittingmyjob#quitmyjob#followyourfpassion#standinginyourpower,#selfworth#bestfriendpodcast#careeradvice#noonecanmakeyoufeelinferiorwithoutyourconsent#owningyourconfidence#womensupportingwomen

2025 came in swinging, and whew—we needed a moment to catch up! 😮‍💨 From finding small ways to stay grounded in the chaos to celebrating plus-size wins in media, we’re chatting about it all. We’re also diving into the latest TikTok ban drama and reflecting on the wild ride that was 2024 (because... what?!). Grab your favorite drink and join us for this fun, unfiltered check-in!