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- “Do We Drink To Get Drunk?” And Other Reflections On Alcohol
What’s the point of drinking if you don’t get drunk? It’s a common question among many people who have not yet come to terms with the different reasons why some people opt not to consume alcohol. This prompted Whitney Lauritsen to post a series of mocktail videos to spread awareness on inclusivity when it comes to our drinking culture. The shame is real when it comes to alcohol consumption, and who would blame non-alcohol-consuming people if they opt for alternatives? Whitney discusses this with Jason Wrobel in this episode. They also discuss a variety of topics that run the gamut from sober living to alcoholism with some segues into related topics on consumption habits. Stay tuned for this giddying yet seriously sobering conversation!
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1 hr 1 min - “Do We Drink To Get Drunk?” And Other Reflections On Alcohol
What’s the point of drinking if you don’t get drunk? It’s a common question among many people who have not yet come to terms with the different reasons why some people opt not to consume alcohol. This prompted Whitney Lauritsen to post a series of mocktail videos to spread awareness on inclusivity when it comes to our drinking culture. The shame is real when it comes to alcohol consumption, and who would blame non-alcohol-consuming people if they opt for alternatives? Whitney discusses this with Jason Wrobel in this episode. They also discuss a variety of topics that run the gamut from sober living to alcoholism with some segues into related topics on consumption habits. Stay tuned for this giddying yet seriously sobering conversation!
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1 hr 1 min - Greatness Vs Enoughness, Perfectionism, And The Invisible Rulebook With Dr. Errin Weisman
A rhetoric that gets passed around in the self-help or the wellness community is that everyone can be great. We see messages from people at the top of their respective games or industries saying that if you just put your mind and heart to something, you can do anything. But what does greatness mean, and why are we even supposed to chase it? In this episode, physician, life coach, podcaster, and burnout expert Dr. Errin Weisman joins Jason Wrobel and Whitney Lauritsen in examining this idea of greatness versus enoughness, tying it to the concept of perfection, which can both be a superpower and kryptonite. Is the amount of sacrifice we put in to achieve greatness worth the end gain? Find your answer as you listen to this thought-provoking discussion.
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1 hr 35 min - Diving Deep Into Our Reactions To Rejection And Regret
Rejection and regret are two emotions that are difficult to handle and even more difficult to forget. And sometimes, all it takes to wash away these feelings is to look within ourselves, release our full potential, and get rid of the mindset of resistance. Whitney Lauristen reflects on the rejections she experienced and how she handled them, particularly with the schools she was not admitted to. Meanwhile, Jason Wrobel shares his somewhat feeling of regrets in not pursuing his past careers and what could have happened if he did so. Whitney also challenges Jason's decision to stay away from social media, especially the growing TikTok community.
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1 hr 22 min - Predictions For 2021 And Defining What The New Year Will Look Like
After the seemingly endless and challenging year, that is 2020; the new year is now here. Jason Wrobel and Whitney Lauritsen present their predictions for 2021 and what they see in their own paths ahead. They talk about the digital complications this year may pose, particularly in addressing screen fatigue and prolonging attention spans. They also talk about the dangers of getting validation from comments and reactions on social media. Jason and Whitney further discuss how communities may be forever changed by the pandemic, particularly when gathering face-to-face.
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1 hr 7 min - Humans Navigating Life: Defining "Good Enough" And Overcoming The World’s Pressures With Jason Zook And Caroline Zook
Social media has literally changed the social landscape of being human in this day and age. From heralding individuality and authenticity, many have now been proclaiming themselves as social media experts trained to market every chance they get. As obvious as it may sound, finding humans “navigating life” has become a rarity. In this episode, Jason Wrobel and Whitney Lauritsen invite two amazing people who have been doing that amidst the noise of the world. They sit down with Jason Zook and Caroline Zook of Wandering Aimfully to talk about how they are carving their own path as entrepreneurs and creators versus following a formula that’s already been set out in front of them. They define what being “good enough” is, how to overcome the pressures put on you by the world, and how to reframe if you’re in that season of questioning. Join Jason and Caroline in today’s show to get authentic insights about struggling from the daily pressure and grind and how you can move your way past them.
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· Wandering Aimfully: https://whitneylauritsen.com/wanderingaimfully
· https://www.instagram.com/wanderingaimfully/
· Teachery: https://www.teachery.co/whitney
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1 hr 41 min - How The Tradwife Concept May Be Crushing Our Individualities
The COVID-19 pandemic saw the rise of the tradwife concept, which basically refers to women who spend most of their time doing the traditional duties of a wife, from taking care of plants to cooking food. Due to the lockdown, many wives document their everyday life and share them on social media. Whitney Lauristen challenges this relatively new concept that brings back the old, discussing how it can limit women rather than empower them. Meanwhile, Jason Wrobel explains how jumping into bandwagon movements may push people to their limits and crush their individuality.
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57 min - Pseudo-Self Boosters: Overcoming Temporary Cures For Self-Confidence And Self-Worth
Going through emails can be a task, particularly if you’re someone who has signed up for too many things or just one who leaves messages piled up. Even with our online stuff, many of us tend to need a bit of decluttering. In this episode, Jason Wrobel and Whitney Lauritsen talk about this kind of overwhelm we face with our online activities and daily lives, most especially in this isolated and pandemic world where almost everyone has migrated behind the screens. They further dive deep into what is called the “pseudo-self” and how we can enhance it using a number of boosters that can help us become temporarily more capable, less anxious, and generally happier. Jason and Whitney then discuss how we find validation from others and how we can overcome that by raising self-awareness, defining who we are, keeping our eyes on our own values, beliefs, and principles instead of the temporary fixes around us.
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1 hr - Pseudo-Self Boosters: Overcoming Temporary Cures For Self-Confidence And Self-Worth
Going through emails can be a task, particularly if you’re someone who has signed up for too many things or just one who leaves messages piled up. Even with our online stuff, many of us tend to need a bit of decluttering. In this episode, Jason Wrobel and Whitney Lauritsen talk about this kind of overwhelm we face with our online activities and daily lives, most especially in this isolated and pandemic world where almost everyone has migrated behind the screens. They further dive deep into what is called the “pseudo-self” and how we can enhance it using a number of boosters that can help us become temporarily more capable, less anxious, and generally happier. Jason and Whitney then discuss how we find validation from others and how we can overcome that by raising self-awareness, defining who we are, keeping our eyes on our own values, beliefs, and principles instead of the temporary fixes around us.
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1 hr - A Life Without “Should”: Claim More Joy With The Life That You Want With Tricia Huffman
Whether we all live and grow up with other people’s expectations and, by extension, their judgments. But instead of letting those “shoulds” define us, shouldn’t we just be living the life that we truly want for ourselves? It is a lot easier said than done, but it is not impossible if you have the intention and the willingness to do the work. Joining Jason Wrobel and Whitney Lauritsen to unpack this for us is Your Joyologist, Tricia Huffman, a speaker, writer, coach and mentor who is out on a mission to help people live with joy in the NOW. Tricia believes that we have the power to move beyond the “shoulds” and actually strive for our “wants” and that it’s totally cool to be doing so. This conversation challenges so many of the things we have been brought up to believe all in one sitting. Prepare to have your mind blown.
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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!