Too Smart For This

Welcome back to another Sunday Solo episode! Alexis dives into her life updates and gives you a sneak peek into what she's learning in the Wharton Classroom.

Show Notes

1:27 Superficial tip of the week

2:12 Life update!

4:49 Making friends at Wharton

6:26 How I’ve been adjusting to Philadelphia

8:21 TooCollective GMA3 Mention!

10:15 Unlearning rote negativity and choosing to celebrate yourself

14:04 Smart tip(s) of the week

15:51 How to give negative feedback

Resources/Mentioned

Anthropologie Mugs

NEW Too Classic Terry Cloth Robe

Too Collective Website

Too Collective Affirmation Texts

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Welcome back to Too Smart For This! Today’s guest is the charismatic Sixtine Rouyre, a model and influencer who proudly champions body neutrality. With an SI Swimsuit Issue under her belt, the creator uses her platform to empower women, encouraging them to embrace their bodies unconditionally and regardless of their shape and size. This week, the two get candid about their respective body image journeys, and the unrealistic expectations placed on a woman’s beauty.

Show Notes

7:49 Transitioning from modeling to influencing

10:41 Being at the forefront of the Posting Age

11:49 Finding your niche as a creator

13:21 Embracing self-love and thanking your body

17:14 Divesting from the Tumblr pro-ana movement

18:57 How TikTok can fuel toxic mindsets

21:14 Combating day-to-day disordered thinking

25:36 Finding creative inspiration from/in other creators

27:41 Life in New York!

30:04 Wild dating stories

33:58 Meeting people outside of dating apps

37:12 Why you should stop expecting others to be who they aren’t

41:04 Finding the balance between modeling and content creation

41:59 It’s important to take/make time for yourself!

44:56 Londre Bodywear collaboration 

47:34 What shooting Sports Illustrated was like!

49:41 Not if, but when

Keep up with Sixtine!

@sixtine on Tiktok

@sixtinerouyre on Instagram

Resources Mentioned

House of CB

Youth to the People

Supergoop

NEW Too Classic Terry Cloth Robe

Too Collective Website

Too Collective Affirmation Texts

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In this week’s Solo Sunday, Alexis answers all your Wharton related questions! Tune in as she details the challenging yet rewarding path of pursuing an MBA while managing entrepreneurship and content creation. If you’re in need of some concise insights on harmonizing education, business, and creativity – this one’s for you!

Show Notes

0:52 Wharton Q&A

1:34 Excitement about starting an MBA program

3:07 How do I know which business school is the right fit for me?

7:40 Deciding which classes to take

10:52 Thinking about an MBA? Here’s how to plan for it.

13:28 Aceing your MBA admissions interview

15:45 Why get an MBA?

17:27 Aspects of B-School I’m most looking forward to

19:01 GRE/GMAT study plan

20:21 Balancing work, school, and social life

24:47 Shop the new Too Classic Terry Cloth Robe!

NEW Too Classic Terry Cloth Robe

Too Collective Website

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On this week’s episode of Too Smart For This, Alexis is joined by the dynamic Achieng Agutu – a model and digital content creator who empowers her audience to embrace their most authentic selves. Tune in as the two discuss the journey of self-discovery, and curating a summer of unapologetic self-love.

2:56 Rapid fire questions!

8:40 Faking it until you BECOME it

11:49 Accepting that life has to continue

12:12 How to choose yourself. If you don’t, then who will?

14:04 No Ordinary Noir beginnings 

16:05 Ignoring negative comments

18:38 Why vulnerability will change your life

20:30 How to deal with hard truths

21:50 Moving from scarcity to abundance

28:40 Just do it!

29:11 There’s a space and niche for you

30:45 Finding inspiration from others

32:45 Product recommendations!

34:24 Tips for leading a Hot Girl Summer

35:41 Practicing self-care in the day-to-day

37:56 It’s okay to take up space

Resources/Mentioned

Brandon Blackwood

Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment

Osea Undaria Algae Body Oil

Osea Plant-Based Body Brush

Marc Jacobs Perfect Eau De Parfum

Sol De Janeiro Brazilian Crush Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist

Rule of Thirds

Everyday People

Keep up with Achieng!

@noordinarynoire on Instagram

@noordinarynoire on TikTok

The Queen’s Archives with Achieng Agutu

Too Collective Email List

Too Collective Giveaway

Too Collective Website

Too Collective Affirmation Texts

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Hii ladies! Alexis is back with another Sunday solo - mostly a life update and some inspo on how to get yourself back on track.

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In this week’s solo episode, Alexis delves into the art of resting and how it holds the key to finding balance in our fast-paced lives. Join her as she explores practical strategies to embrace rest and achieve a realistic work-life harmony.

Show Notes

1:36 Importance of unplugging in a busy world

2:09 The benefits of being alone

2:33 The advantages and disadvantages of the different types of rest

4:04 Too Collective Robe Launch!

5:12 Blobbing, Connecting, Restoring, and Pampering

5:31 What is Blobbing?

6:25 Slowing down as the answer to better health

7:58 What is Connecting?

8:48 The power of human connection

9:03 What can connecting look like?

10:32 Recontextualizing connection in a globalized world

1:12 What is Restorative rest?

12:16 Choosing activities that are right for You

13:54 What is pampering?

15:01 Pampering as a necessity

16:06 Developing a work-rest balance

16:24 Avoiding the depression spiral

17:39 Finding time to be alone with yourself

19:33 Avoid chasing an unrealistic sense of vitality

21:12 When self-care does more harm than good

22:04 The hidden dangers of excessive pampering

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In this week’s episode of Too Smart For This, Alexis is joined by Dr. Danielle Richardson, a visionary entrepreneur who fearlessly left behind a career in optometry that left her unfulfilled. Driven by her passion for empowering others and a burning desire to revolutionize the health and wellness industry, she embarked on an inspiring journey to create a platform specifically tailored for the " healthy baddies" of the world. If you’re in need of a little extra clarity or direction in your life, this episode’s for you!

Show Notes

2:07 Rapid fire questions!

5:03 The importance of learning to say “No”

8:16 What is a healthy baddie?

10:22 Recognizing and honoring your multidimensionality

14:16 Fierce Clarity beginnings

16:36 How to trust your timing

17:51 The power of journaling for mental health

18:34 Practices/tools to manage the other side of ambition

20:25 Leaving situations before misery consumes your life

22:02 Taking intentional steps for a satisfying life

22:56 Stop complaining, start creating

25:44 Meditation to boost health and well-being

26:27 How changing how you think of stress could help you be less affected by it

31:23 Overcoming “All-Or-Nothing” thinking

34:26 Glow Up Journal sneak peek

36:08 Finding your personal style

38:04 Defining your identity and reconnecting with yourself and the world 

39:38 Book recommendations

41:56 Becoming a “career chameleon”

43:58 Getting comfortable with being uncomfortable 

45:11 To find meaning in work, change the way you think about it

47:40 Breathe!

48:33 Seeing the value of bumps in the road

50:01 Stop comparing your life, start living it

Resources/Mentioned

The Perfectionist’s Guide to Losing Control: A Path to Peace and Power by Katherine Morgan Schafler

Living in the Light: A Guide To Personal And Planetary Transformation by Shakti Gawain

The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success: A Pocket Guide to Fulfilling Your Dreams by Deepak Chopra

Beyonce: Year of Four

Homecoming: A Film by Beyoncé

Oprah Winfrey on Career, Life, and Leadership

Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead by Nell Scovell and Sheryl Sandberg

Keep up with Danielle!

The Glow Up Journal: Everything You Need to Set Goals, Create Inspo―and Make It Happen! 

Fierce Clarity

Fierce Clarity Instagram

Fierce Clarity TikTok

Dr. Danielle Richardson O.D. Instagram

Too Collective Giveaway

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Hi friends! Alexis is back with a classic Sunday solo. She shares moving updates, her current favorites, and more!

Life is a journey filled with countless possibilities and opportunities. And while it’s natural to dream big and aspire to achieve great things, it's equally important to maintain a realistic perspective. Placing unrealistic expectations on ourselves can lead to disappointment, stress, and a loss of motivation. In this week’s episode of Too Smart For This, Alexis explores the importance of setting attainable goals, embracing flexibility, and practicing self-compassion. By understanding and avoiding unrealistic expectations, you can cultivate a healthier mindset, find joy in the present moment, and pave the way for a more fulfilling, balanced life.

Show Notes

1:13 How to relinquish unrealistic standards

1:59 Negative self-evaluation resulting from unrealistic goals

3:19 Finding stability in the midst of chaos

4:03 Making peace with imbalance

4:53 Detaching from routines to relinquish pressure on yourself

5:35 Importance of creating structures in which self-love thrives

5:49 Developing new frameworks for thinking

6:22 #1 Set a goal

6:29 #2 Establish your priorities

6:48 #3 Reframe what consistency means to you

6:52 #4 Set personal policies (i.e. boundaries)

7:11 The ultimate goal-setting process

8:35 Prioritize! Prioritize! Prioritize! 

11:41 Importance of writing out your priorities and categorizing them within the context(s) of your goals

16:04 Reframing what consistency means to you

17:31 How to stop the self-sabotage cycle

18:53 Simple ways to check in with yourself

19:35 Utilizing habit stacking

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Good morning friends and welcome to another Sunday Solo episode! Alexis is back to chat all things journaling, Wharton, and her recent trip to Martha's Vineyard.

Smart Tip of the Week: Notebook & Pen for Journaling

Superficial Tip of the Week: Amazon Prime Day! Check out Alexis's Storefront