Welcome to Episode 14!

In today's episode, Emma and Laura have their first GUEST interview! A best friend to Emma and a second older sister to Laura... Vivian! Vivian opens up and shares her very interesting and inspiring career journey starting from being a high-school student, to now a lieutenant in the army! She talks about some setbacks and challenges which she has encountered across her life, some great achievements, her life balance, how she copes with the pressures of med-school, and lastly her loving inspirations.

Thank you Vivian for sharing your stories with everyone and if you would like to hear more about this topic, make sure to let them know!

- E&L xo 

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Welcome to Episode 13! 

In this episode Emma and Laura compare friendships throughout high school vs friendships in adulthood. Laura asks Emma some questions about how friendships change over time. They discuss friendship values, identifying toxic friends, how moving away from home affects relationships, how friendships change over time, the difficulty with making friends, jealousy within groups and lastly how romantic relationships can create conflicts in a friendship group. Be sure to listen to gain some perspective, an insight into the future and some hot tips from these gals! 

- E&L xo  

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CONTENT WARNING: Sensitive topics including mental health and psychologist experiences discussed in this episode. If you wish not to listen or engage in this episode, please ignore. This does not provide professional help, instead is an open discussion of experiences. If you wish to seek help or advice, please contact a trusted adult, counsellor, kids helplines (resources down below).

Welcome to Episode 10!

In today's episode, Emma and Laura open up and discuss their stories around mental health. Both sisters share their journey in relation to regularly engaging with each of their psychologists. They open up about the many benefits of seeking help when you need it and how seeing a professional help has changed their views on society and helped them gain confidence. Laura tells us about her challenging experiences deciding to seek help... while also sharing some funny stories from along the way! Emma offers some advice for encouraging a friend to seek help if they think they need it. Lastly, the girls share some helpful tips for when family may not be supportive or open with mental health, and some strategies for still getting the help you need even if you cannot physically see someone. You are the most important person in your life, so if you feel like you may need help or would like to engage with a professional... do it! Laura's favourite quote : "Don't let the opinions of others drown you inner voice".

- E&L xo

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Resources:

Headspace: https://headspace.org.au/?gclid=CjwKCAjwmrn5BRB2EiwAZgL9ottt5x-PNq_Fh1lEVr42jsniexLmRlGy9abTp1VQlj4K_up8PvM4IhoC8lcQAvD_BwE

Beyond Blue: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/

Kids Helpline: https://kidshelpline.com.au/

People Psychology: https://peoplepsychology.com.au/?gclid=CjwKCAjwmrn5BRB2EiwAZgL9on4orzo3q3J9y3NR6Oc43jZyNPWeQJk8MbKAfcHGgNJUpNYu_scZqRoCxIkQAvD_BwE

Welcome to Episode 09! 

In today's episode Laura asks Emma a few questions related to her career journey into becoming a teacher. Emma shares her passions from when she was a teenager, how she dealt with her Year 12 subject selections and some creative tips on how to have a 'fun' study environment. She talks about her tough decisions regarding degree choices, career paths, university co-curriculars, clubs and challenges she faced when applying to her teaching course. Lastly, Emma offers some words of wisdom for those transitioning to Year 12 or university. Laura explains some of her future plans while Emma listens to her questions and opinions.

We hope you enjoy hearing about Emma's career story!

- E&L xo

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Welcome to Episode 08!

In today's episode we share some of our tips into getting out of a 'funk'. You know that feeling of lack of motivation and sluggish? Yes, we all know this feeling... so here is some of our advice.

Firstly recognising and accepting the feeling, journaling about it, moving your body, getting fresh air, chatting with someone in a good mood, reflecting on your purpose will all help this feeling. It is also wise to listen to upbeat music, clean anything you can find and to switch up where you are located. Not everything can be done in one day, so just start now and get done what you can :)

- E&L xo

'Start with Why' by Simon Sinek: https://www.amazon.com.au/Start-Why-Leaders-Inspire-Everyone/dp/1591846447

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Welcome to Episode 07! 

In today's chat, Emma and Laura share what being a 'smart girl' means to them - living with purpose and intent. They discuss comparison as well as stigmas around being intelligent as a female in today's world. The share many memories growing up together, being creative and starting their first 'business' as young kids and reminiscing about fun times hosting fashion shoots and creating music videos together. Emma and Laura also share how they bonded more recently, including their shared love for self-care and mindfulness. Finally, the sisters reflect on their travels to Vietnam and eating at their favourite restaurant - Fonda! To finish off, they share some wisdom to all the other girls with sisters out there. 

- E&L xo

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CONTENT WARNING: Sensitive topics including fears around food, body image, and ED recovery are discussed in this episode. If you wish not to listen or engage in this episode, please ignore. This does not provide professional help, instead is an open discussion of experiences. If you wish to seek help or advice, please contact a trusted adult, counsellor, kids helplines: https://kidshelpline.com.au/ 

Welcome to Episode 06!  

In today's episode, Emma interviews Laura about her fitness, food and mindset journey. Laura happily shares some of her experiences including her attitude towards health growing up, the turning point when she became more conscious around food and 'healthy' eating. On the more sensitive note, Laura opens up about her fears of breaking the 'streak' whilst dealing with difficult food situations, along with a discussion of her ongoing recovery from her lowest point. She chats about the journalling strategy she uses which helps with her setbacks, the process of creating her new Instagram along with overcoming people's judgements towards her passion and opinions. Lastly, Laura shares her story about her workout routines and how COVID-19 impacted her rhythm, finishing with some lighthearted advice for others wishing to begin a lifestyle journey or simply to become more aware on this topic.

 - E&L xo 

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Welcome to Episode 05! Today's episode is a little bit different, as Laura asks Emma a few questions related to money and finances. As Emma is 7 years older she has much financial knowledge to share with Laura and the world. Some topics discussed include teenage bank accounts, emergency funds, the saver vs spender mindset, fears around spending, buying your first car, regretful purchases, speaking up at work,  low income difficulties, budgeting and saving tips, social media pressures and lastly some long term financial goals. 

Resources: 

The Barefoot Investor https://www.amazon.com.au/Barefoot-Investor-2018-Update-Money/dp/0730324214 

She's on the money podcast https://www.shesonthemoney.com.au/  

The young workers centre http://www.youngworkers.org.au/ 

Up bank https://hook.up.me/emmafazzino 

- E&L xo 

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