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- Understanding Our Unique "Smell"
Every human being has their own unique smell – both literally and figuratively. This is Whitney Lauritsen’s takeaway from her recent visit to her psychologist, which inspired her to be transparent for this episode. She opens up on everything she wants to do and achieve this 2023 as she delves into the smell she gives off that either attracts or repels people. Whitney discusses the importance of self-awareness, the concept of control, and the idea of being selfish to understand others. She also explains why social media feeds our ego and anxiety at the same time, the power of intrinsic motivation, and how to go into a journey of deeply knowing yourself.
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52 min - The "Ugly" Side Of Personal Growth With Cassandra Powell
Personal growth may sound so fulfilling and such a great path to follow. However, there is a side to it that not many people realize or want to admit. From discomfort around taking responsibility to the victim mindset, there are “ugly” aspects of getting to empowerment. In this episode, Cassandra Powell shares the personal responsibility we have to fulfill, the biggest shift when it comes to connecting, and what personal growth really means. She shares how the goal is not to be “fixed” but to be fortified. Cassandra also talks about asking what people’s needs are, how our circles can be a mirror of ourselves, and managing the flood of advice on social media to meet your needs. Personal growth is indeed not always rainbows and butterflies. But it is still a path that is very much worth, and even necessary, to take. Tune in now and learn how to reframe yourself!
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54 min - Attention, Please: Re-Evaluating My Relationship with TikTok
Social media has us wrapped around the quick dopamine hits and pleasure rushes that, before we know it, we become addicted. Just a single scroll could lead to hours on the platform, affecting our day-to-day lives. Before we fall deep into this rabbit hole of digital pleasure rushes and forget living altogether, let us start taking a step back today. Anticipating the coming National Day of Unplugging, Whitney Lauritsen shares tips for managing your 2023 media diet, offering activities alternative to social media for those quick happiness fixes. She also shares her own journey of re-evaluating her relationship with TikTok, reflecting on the anxiety it used to bring her, and the social media addiction withdrawal that comes with navigating out of the platforms in today’s digital age. Join Whitney as she shows us how there is joy without social media, the benefits of unplugging, and increasing our attention spans.
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1 hr 3 min - The Therapeutic Benefits Of Decluttering With Tracy McCubbin
Cleaning up our space has a significant impact in our lives. In today’s episode, Whitney discusses the different therapeutic benefits of decluttering with Tracy McCubbin, CEO of dClutterfly. Tracy and Whitney dive deep into how people work through the clutter as a means to bring positivity to other areas of life. The two also tackle the stories we tell ourselves about our stuff and why we can't let go. Tracy highlights how changing our language can help remedy this issue of object acquisition and accumulation. Plus, she shares insights from her book, Making Space, Clutter Free: The Last Book On Decluttering You'll Ever Need. Your decluttering journey can start with just a little shift. Learn how with more tips on how to start and stay clutter-free by tuning in to this episode.
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57 min - Breaking Through The Fog: Slowing Down To Find Connection & Joy
“My only resolution this year is to create interesting things from the slowest pace possible” ~ Heather Havrilesky.
Everyone’s too busy, and everything is just too fast. This year, it is time to pace down and create your own stories of the time, age, and success. Whitney Lauritsen shows the value of slowing down to find connection and joy and why it is more important than stressing about the future and the past. Whitney also shares her personal history and evolution with social media, including feeling drawn in and trapped by the desire for validation and connection and how the relationship with social media has changed over time. This is the right time to live by your standards and values. Tune in to this inspiring episode with Whitney Lauritsen.
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55 min - The Great Outdoors: How Camping Can Change Your Life With Rolland Tizuela
Nature has the ability to heal itself. Camping is one of the best ways to recharge your batteries and reconnect with the environment. Whitney Lauritsen discusses how to carefully explore outdoor spaces, find campsites, and the transformative aspects of outdoor activities with Rolland Tizuela. They also address the drawbacks of recreation by delving into the surprising factors that keep people from camping, making this activity safer and more accessible, and the negative impact of social media on travel. Rolland also discusses how he became TikTok's "poop guy," a proponent of proper outdoor adventure preparation and leaving nature in better condition than you found it.
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56 min - The Illusion Of Connection: Do You Still Matter Without Social Media?
Social media has undoubtedly contributed to a culture of constantly needing to prove oneself, making it so easy for us to lose ourselves in the process of seeking that external validation. Do you struggle to focus? Has your attention been stolen for profit? Are you feeling conflicted about social media and its impact on mental health? Don’t miss out on this episode as Whitney Lauritsen answers these questions and more! She reflects on the illusions of connection presented to us by our relationship with social media, diving deep into its negative impacts—from comparison to FOMO to feeling overwhelmed as well as the struggles we face to maintain control of our own attention span. As we fight to stay connected despite it all, Whitney reminds us of the importance of self-care, self-awareness, and self-compassion. Join her as she imparts the importance of reclaiming that self-worth away from the metrics set by the online world. Reconnect with your purpose and meaning and dig deep into your relationship with yourself and others.
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1 hr 12 min - Creating A Deliberate, Conscious, Authentic Life With Katie Krimitsos
Do you have the desire to be more comfortable with yourself? Are you willing to start deliberately living your authentic life? In this episode, join go behind the scenes of Katie Krimitsos’ journey as a podcaster and find out what gives her a leg up in the industry. Katie is the Creator of the Women's Meditation Network. Katie chats with Whitney Lauritsen about how she got into the healing space and the ups and downs. She talks about the importance of introspection and the benefits of meditation to becoming incredibly honest with yourself and knowing who you are. Katie joins together her business and finance knowledge and healing wisdom to discuss her money mindset and what it means to achieve true financial freedom. Be a part of this beautiful conversation around listening to your intuition, knowing yourself, and being true to your identity by tuning in.
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1 hr 3 min - Do You Want To Change For You or Someone Else?
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As humans, we are continuously evolving. And in the process, we can’t ignore the many things that influence us into the person we are becoming. But that doesn’t mean we are helpless in that transformation. In fact, we have the power to decide how much of what is around us can shape us. Thus, the question remains: do you want to change for yourself or for someone else? In this honest conversation, Whitney Lauritsen takes us deep within ourselves as we figure out when to change, how to make decisions, and how to trust in ourselves. She also breaks down the difference between getting uncomfortable because it's serving you and getting uncomfortable because it's not serving you. As the new year begins and resolutions are in place, it is important that we reevaluate the life changes and transformations we want to take part in. At the heart of it, we must keep in mind to set our boundaries and be our most authentic selves because maybe your change looks different than somebody else's.
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47 min - The Ways Grace Unites Our Differences With Josh Hotsenpiller
What does it really take to understand people, build relationships beyond allies, and welcome diversity through the lens of emotional intelligence? In this episode, Josh Hotsenpiller joins Whitney Lauritsen to share how he got enlightened with the power of grace when he became uncomfortable in his role as CEO. He talks about getting a deeper understanding of gender disparity, privilege, and marginalized communities in the workplace. Josh explains how grace unites our differences to unleash the power of inclusivity. With gold nuggets from Elon Musk’s leadership style to the power of EQ and more, this episode will teach you how to navigate professional tension. Time to leave tough conversations feeling better and gain a whole new perspective on understanding people!
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About This Might Get Uncomfortable
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There are many elements in our lives that affect our well-being and there are many ways that we can explore them. One avenue to optimal self-care is having open, honest conversations about what it…
means to be well. Navigate love and relationships, purpose and meaning, mental health and wellness, success and failure, and all of those things that make us human with Whitney Lauritsen on This Might Get Uncomfortable. Whitney has over 13 years of professional experience in the health, wellness, and entertainment industries. She guides you through the confusion and the curiosity, the suffering and the unfulfilled potential, and the questions of why we’re here and what we’re doing. Join her each week as she shares her perspectives on wellness and has radically authentic, insightful conversations about life with special guests. This Might Get Uncomfortable, so prepare to dive deep into the rabbit hole. Nothing is off-limits here! Life presents us with challenges every single day. Many of us struggle to make life feel worthwhile, meaningful, and peaceful. We’re confronted in our relationships, careers, faith, and the health of our body, mind, and emotions. We often have questions in our minds that go unanswered, and sometimes, we don’t even want the answers. We just want to have a really unfiltered discussion, let it all out, be truly heard so we can process our emotions. We want to talk about our deepest passions and secret longings, share our unfulfilled dreams and big goals, and inquire into the mysteries of life. If you’re in that place right now, we invite you to join Whitney here on This Might Get Uncomfortable.
Whitney Lauritsen is a podcast host, social media advisor, and well-being coach. She founded Eco-Vegan Gal in 2008 to share lifestyle practices and product recommendations that improve the quality of body, mind, and planet. Her books include best-seller The Vegan Ketogenic Diet Cookbook and Healthy Organic Vegan on a Budget.
As an advocate for high-performance living and mental health, Whitney launched Wellevatr.
Passionate about business, Whitney advises creative entrepreneurs with digital marketing strategies that amplify their passions. She regularly coaches, consults, and presents on social media trends, influencer partnerships, and content monetization. A six-year stint teaching workshops at the Apple Store advanced her tech knowledge and experience. She has participated in business programs led by Google, Facebook, and Scripps Network. Recognized by her colleagues as a connector, Whitney has run numerous wellness industry events at YouTube Space, during the Natural Products Expo, and on Clubhouse app.
Media appearances include Stossel, HuffPost Live, and The Ultimate Health Podcast. Whitney has contributed to Forks Over Knives, VegNews Magazine, Simple Habit, New Hope Network, iHerb, and Organic Authority. She has spoken at many conferences, summits, and festivals, such as Bonnaroo, Fitness Magazine, VidCon, Podcast Movement, and BlogHer Food. In 2014, she received the Ed Begley Jr. Environmental Activist Award.
Whitney minored in psychology while studying film production at Emerson College. She also took classes at NYU Tisch School of the Arts and Boston College. Her short films were broadcast on HBO and part of Steven Spielberg’s reality competition “On the Lot”. Before pivoting her career to content creation, she worked as a mentor at the Cannes Film Festival, managed an acclaimed production office, and assisted Rob Reiner’s family.
On this podcast, Whitney digs into the things that make people tick. The things that people are passionate about. The things that make people uncomfortable. The things that bring them hope, joy, and inspiration. The things that make them feel good in their bodies, minds, and hearts. The things that make life worth living and how to feel fully alive, genuinely happy and engaged every day. It's time to get to the core of who you truly are!