Mushrooms are everywhere — in coffee blends, wellness stacks, brain supplements, retreats, and even clinical research. But what’s hype, what’s healing, and what’s the actual difference between functional mushrooms and magical ones?

 In this episode, we unpack it all with curiosity, humor, and a very human perspective.

You’ll hear us dive into:

🍄 Functional mushrooms

 & what they’re used for — immune support, cognitive benefits, energy, gut health, & more.

 Reishi, Lion’s Mane, Cordyceps, Chaga, Turkey Tail, Shiitake — all the everyday fungi with big reputations.

🔮 Psilocybin (aka magic mushrooms)

 We explore how they affect serotonin, ego, neural pathways, depression patterns, and introspection — including personal experience and fascinating research by Johns Hopkins, NYU & UCSF.

⚡ Microdosing vs macrodosing

 What it means, why people do it, how it may enhance creativity & mood, and what to be cautious about.

❤ The spiritual side of mushrooms

 How plant medicine has been used ceremonially, why intention matters, and why safe set + setting are everything.

 We talk personal stories — grief healing, creative breakthroughs, even "brain like a flower opening."

🛑 Plus — a realistic disclaimer:

If you’re mushroom-curious, wellness-minded, spiritually open, or just want the spark-notes on fungi evolution — this episode will expand you.

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In this Thanksgiving-week episode of Two in the Closet, Beth & Jen go way beyond the beginner “be grateful” fluff and get into the real stuff — the spiritual, metaphysical, and quantum mechanics of gratitude. We talk Joe Dispenza, heart-brain coherence, survival mode, frequency, manifestation, and why gratitude isn’t a bypass — it’s an energetic technology.

You’ll hear:

✨ Why gratitude is the ultimate sign of receivership (Joe Dispenza insight)

 ✨ How gratitude shifts the nervous system from survival → creation mode

 ✨ The science behind heart-brain coherence & magnetizing outcomes

 ✨ How to access gratitude when it feels impossible

 ✨ Why micro-gratitude still counts energetically

 ✨ Spiritual takeaways from Michael Beckwith & quantum principles

 ✨ Real personal stories of panic, fear, survival, loss — and breakthrough

 ✨ A nightly gratitude ritual to rewire the body to the future state you want

 ✨ Our shared 20-item gratitude list + your listener homework

If you’ve ever struggled to feel grateful while life is still messy, heavy, or uncertain — this episode will help you soften, breathe, and tune your frequency upward. Gratitude isn’t just emotional — it’s magnetic energy.

In this episode of Two in the Closet, Beth and Jen get very real about hiding — the emotional kind. Why we do it, how it shows up, and how it slowly disconnects us from the people who love us most. From slipping into the “she cave,” to shrinking online, to saying “It’s fine” when it isn’t, the girls peel back the layers of why so many women (especially over 40, 50 and beyond) retreat when life gets overwhelming.

You’ll learn:

• The difference between isolation and solitude — and why one heals while the other harms
• How childhood experiences create adult hiding patterns
• Why vulnerability feels terrifying… and why it’s the doorway to connection
• The psychology behind keeping busy, going quiet, or disappearing emotionally
• What hiding looks like in friendships, relationships, and creative work
• Jen’s journey from “she cave mode” to slowly opening up
• Beth’s take on validation, worthiness, and the power of being witnessed
• Small steps you can take TODAY to stop shrinking and start showing up

This episode is funny, honest, tender, and deeply relatable if you’ve ever avoided calls, withdrawn from friends, kept good news to yourself, or felt “safer” staying small.

Sometimes hiding feels protective… until it starts to feel lonely. Let’s talk about it.

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 #midlifepodcast

 #emotionalwellness

 #mindsetreset

 #stopshrinking

 #solitudevsisolation

 #emotionalhealingjourney

 #vulnerabilityheals

 #womenhelpingwomen

 #selfworthjourney

 #healingjourney

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 #selfdiscoveryjourney

In this powerful episode of Two in the Closet, Beth and Jen open the door to a topic many of us over 50 have felt but rarely named — sacred rage.

Beth shares a deeply personal story that began at a cacao ceremony and unfolded into a revelation: the rage she carried wasn’t random. It was inherited — a quiet, unspoken grief passed down through generations.

Together, they explore:

• 💔 How unspoken family trauma lives in our bodies as anxiety, perfectionism, or emotional shutdown.
• 🔥 Why “rage” can actually be a sacred messenger for healing, not something to suppress.
• 💬 How silence and emotional withholding shape love, safety, and self-expression.
• 🌿 Practical steps for noticing ancestral patterns and beginning to release them.

This episode invites listeners to turn rage into release, silence into voice, and fear into freedom — because healing your lineage starts with naming what was never spoken.

👉 Stay tuned for Part 2, where Beth and Jen continue the journey from rage to release — and explore what it really means to feel safe being seen.

Think midlife means slowing down, fading out, or giving up your sparkle? Think again. In this episode, Beth and Jen crack open the myths about women over 50 and 60 — from sex and style to friendships, adventure, and the freedom of finally not giving a 💩.

Join the “We Do Not Care Club” as we laugh, reflect, and get real about what it means to reinvent yourself in the decades where you finally know who you are — and just don’t care what anyone thinks about it.

Whether you’re learning TikTok, trying something new, or trading your heels for happiness, this one’s for every woman rewriting her own story.

In this episode:

• Myth #1: “You’re too old to start something new.” Spoiler alert: Beth wrote two books after turning 60.
• Myth #2: “Women over 50 aren’t sexy.” Jen’s take: We’re just smarter and bolder about it now.
• Myth #3: “You can’t make new friends after 50.” Actually, it’s harder — but way deeper and more fun.
• Myth #4: “Tech and TikTok are for the kids.” Nope. Beth’s making affiliate money and new friends on TikTok.
• Myth #5: “Adventure’s for the young.” Tell that to Jen, who hit Burning Man and a drum circle.

🎧 Tune in for: laughter, real talk, stories from the closet, and proof that life after 50 isn’t winding down — it’s finally getting good.

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In this episode, Jen and Beth open the pantry door on a topic most women can relate to — emotional eating. 🍫 From childhood chocolate stashes and late-night cookie binges to the comfort-food habits we learned from our moms, they explore why we reach for food when we’re not really hungry — and how to break the pattern with humor, awareness, and compassion.

You’ll laugh, nod, and maybe hide your Oreos a little deeper as the conversation covers:

✨ How childhood routines shape our food relationships

✨ Why emotional eating isn’t about hunger — it’s about soothing

✨ The “one-bite rule” that actually works

✨ The dehydration trick that kills cravings

✨ How to swap food comfort for mindful rituals (think fancy tea, sparkling water mocktails, or bubble baths)

✨ And the power of awareness, self-compassion, and a little laughter to heal the habit If you’ve ever found yourself halfway through a pint of ice cream thinking, “Wait… how did I get here?” — this episode is for you.

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Episode Summary

“When did I become doable but not dateable?” That one question lit up our conversation this week on Two in the Closet. Beth and Jen get real about what it’s like to live single after 60—the laughs, the loneliness, and the freedom that comes with not having to fit into anyone else’s expectations.

We unpack:

• The difference between being “doable” vs. “dateable” (and why it stings)
• Stats on loneliness and why solo agers are at risk
• Why more women are saying “I’m good, thanks” when it comes to dating
• The surprising benefits of living alone later in life
• What friends told us they actually love about single life

It’s honest, funny, and sometimes a little raw—because living single after 60 isn’t one-size-fits-all.

Resources & Mentions

• Stanford study on women living alone and longevity
• Our listener poll: “Best part about life without a man”
• RealRoots https://www.therealroots.com/
• Hank app
• EFgoaheadtours.com

Follow & Connect

Instagram: @twointheclosetpodcast

Subscribe on YouTube: Two in the Closet Podcast

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👉 What’s your take—are you “doable, dateable, or done with it”? Tell us in the comments or DMs!

Episode Summary

In this episode of Two in the Closet, Jen returns from her third year at Burning Man — and brings the dust, the drama, and the life lessons with her. From getting stranded in a rainstorm with a total stranger (yes, a male stranger — while married!) to rediscovering childlike joy on a giant desert slide, Jen shares the highs, lows, and a few “what was I thinking?” moments.

Beth, meanwhile, is firmly not convinced. Heat? Dust storms? Mud? Hard pass. But she still asks the questions we all want to know: What’s the real purpose of Burning Man? Why do people keep going back? And what makes it more than just a desert rave?

Together, Beth and Jen unpack the deeper meaning of radical self-expression, community, and freedom — with plenty of laughs, eye rolls, and honest reflection along the way.

• 🚐 Jen’s bold choice to road-trip with a stranger (and survive 18 hours stuck in a car with him).
• 🌧️ The rainstorm that turned into a test of nerves, porta-potty nightmares, and “what am I doing with my life?” moments.
• 🎢 Finding joy on the playa — slides, biking, dust storms, and dancing like nobody’s watching.
• 🧘 Lessons learned each year at Burning Man: from self-reliance to body awareness to letting go of fear.
• 🎭 Why Burning Man isn’t a music festival — and how its 10 principles shape the experience.
• 👗 Tutus, lace tops, and self-expression: Jen’s “alter ego” transformation on the playa.
• 🤔 Beth’s hard NO to attending (and her very valid reasons why the closet > the desert).

• Burning Man principles: burningman.org
• Packing lists and meetup groups for first-timers (search “Burning Man prep” on Facebook or Meetup)
• Follow Jen’s Burning Man photos & videos on our Instagram: @twointheclosetpodcast

Would you ever go to Burning Man? Or are you firmly Team Closet like Beth? Share your thoughts with us on Instagram or in a review — we love hearing from you!

And don’t forget to follow/subscribe so you never miss an episode. Reviews help more women find their way into the closet (the fun kind).

Solo aging is on the rise—what does it really mean to grow older without a partner or kids at home? Beth and Jennifer explore the realities, freedoms, and surprising joys of aging solo while building community, security, and purpose.

Episode Summary

What does it really mean to age solo? Whether by choice, circumstance, or simply the reality of life’s twists, many of us find ourselves looking at the years ahead without a partner or kids at home. But here’s the good news: solo doesn’t mean lonely, and aging doesn’t mean invisible.

In this episode of Two in the Closet, Beth and Jennifer unpack the myths, fears, and surprising freedoms of solo aging. From planning for financial and medical decisions, to building chosen families, to the art of thriving on your own terms—we’re talking about the nitty-gritty and the uplifting.

We explore:

• 🌱 Why solo aging is more common than you think
• 💡 How to plan for healthcare, finances, and housing with confidence
• 🫶 The power of friendships, community, and chosen family
• 🔮 Spiritual and emotional practices for navigating independence with grace
• 😂 And of course… some laughter about the perks of not sharing a bathroom

Whether you’re already flying solo or simply curious about what lies ahead, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, supported, and inspired.

Resources & Mentions

• Book: Solo Agers: A Roadmap for a Happy Life by Sara Zeff Geber
• Article: “The Rise of Solo Aging” (NextAvenue.org)
• Two in the Closet archives: Episodes on Closure and Later is a Lie for more on navigating life transitions

Learn how admitting you’re wrong, apologizing, and owning mistakes builds trust, heals relationships, and turns shame into growth.

We’ve all had that gut-check moment — the one where you realize you were wrong. Your chest tightens, your pride flares, and you wonder… now what?

In this episode of Two in the Closet, Jen and Beth get real about the messy, uncomfortable (and surprisingly freeing) process of admitting mistakes. From childhood lessons about shame and punishment, to adult experiences with accountability and repair, they share honest stories and practical steps for moving forward.

You’ll learn:

• The difference between shame vs. accountability
• Why owning your mistakes actually builds trust and connection
• How to shift from blame to responsibility
• What to do in the moment when you realize you’ve messed up
• How apologizing (the right way) can feel like strength, not weakness

💡 If you’ve ever struggled with apologizing, feared losing power by admitting fault, or wondered how to take responsibility without shame, this episode is for you.