Work It Own It

Work It Own It

By Emily SieroComedyHealth & FitnessMental HealthEducationSelf-ImprovementComedy Interviews
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Work It Own It episodes

  • Using Social Media for Growth & Income with Caitlin Curiosity

    When it comes to using social media for growth and income, Caitlin is a creative mastermind. Through years of working in social media & entrepreneurial spaces, she has learned what it takes to build an online presence doing what you love, while supporting yourself. She teaches the power of creating valuable content and how to authentically sell your brand/product online without it being forced or too sales-y & in your face.



    Get out a journal & pen, because there's so much to learn from our conversation.



    In this episode Caitlin shares:



    • Tips to grow your following & how to keep them engaged
    • Mistakes brands & businesses make on social media & Instagram
    • Advice for solo-preneurs just starting out
    • Importance of using both strategy & spirituality when it comes to business
    • Why creating community matters
    • How Instagram is changing & how to use it to your advantage
    • Ways to learn more about social media strategy & growth



    After taking Caitlin's course, Intention Income, I learned so much & I can't say enough positive things about working with her.



    Follow Caitlin on Instagram @CaitlinCuriosity & @CurisotySocialCo for fun inspiring content. Learn more about her programs and memberships here



    If you enjoyed this episode, share with me on Instagram @emilysiero & tag me in a screenshot of you listening. Know someone that's struggling to build your online business or brand? Share this episode with them. And don’t forget to leave a rating review on iTunes to help support the show!


    1 hr 1 min
  • Am I Just Sad or Is This SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder)
    If you find yourself getting low during the winter, you might be experiencing SAD aka seasonal affective disorder. According to Psychology Today, it affects over 10 million Americans per year. Although there isn't a proven cause of this condition, many theories claim that SAD is due to low sunlight exposure.

    In this episode I share:

    - What is SAD & what age + gender experience it most
    - Differences between SAD & depression
    - Symptoms of SAD
    - How to heal from your SAD & general sadness

    If you are listening to this episode and it makes you think of a friend who might be going through a hard time, take the time to call & check-up on them. Especially in this challenging year of 2020, when people are struggling with mental health more than ever.



    If you enjoyed this episode, Share with me on Instagram @emilysiero & tag me in a screenshot of you listening. Share it with a friend, family member, or co-worker. And don’t forget to leave a review on iTunes to help support the show!

    31 min
  • Holiday Stress & How to Handle It

    The holiday season is one of my favorite times of year, but with it can bring a lot of holiday stress. Even though we're all expected to "be merry & bright", it can be a challenging time for a lot of people. No matter what holiday you celebrate, we're all affected by the stress of the season in one way or another.



    There are so many wonderful things to enjoy during the holidays. Don't let the stress of seeing your family or buying everyone gifts kill your spirit.



    In this episode I share:



    * Causes of holiday stress & how to handle it* The benefits of dropping expectations* Ways to create joy* How to deal with triggers & seeing family* Advice for giving the best gifts* Tips for making time for YOU & self-care* A powerful lesson I learned one Christmas* A guided meditation to help ease stress



    Since this season is all about giving, don't forget to make time to give back to yourself & others! That might mean you have to amplify your self-care routine, but please don't put yourself on the back burner.



    Simple ways to manage holiday stress:



    * Go for a walk or hike* Meditate (I recommend Insight Timer for free guided meditations, click here to start listening)* Manage sweets & caffeine intake* Get extra sleep* Take a bath* Cook or bake to your favorite holiday music* Call a family member or friend* Do a random act of kindness



    If you listen to this episode during COVID times, I'd love to hear about what new traditions you're doing this year to make the most of it! DM me on Instagram or tag me in a story @emilysiero I know this year is different, and I'm sad I can't be with all of my family, but I think embracing the change & trying new traditions is the best way to deal.



    If you enjoyed this episode, Share with me on Instagram @emilysiero & tag me in a screenshot of you listening. Share it with a friend, family member, or co-worker. And don’t forget to leave a review on iTunes to help support the show!







    Episode Music Credit:



    Jingle Bells 7 by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/



    Artist: http://incompetech.com/
    40 min
  • How to Be Alone, But Not Lonely

    How to be alone, but not lonely at the same time is a practice. Believe it or not, there's a way to be alone without feeling bad about it or sorry for yourself. Oftentimes we get trapped in this belief that the time in our life when we're single is never going to be as enjoyable as the time when we're in a relationship.



    I used to treat my aloneness like a pity party, and all I did was find myself either super unhappy or dating guys that didn't treat me right. After some time and experiences that pushed me out of my comfort zone, I was able to find joy with being on my own.



    In this episode I share:



    * What to do when the loneliness hits* How to enjoy your time alone* Things I did to get confident in going places alone* Solo-Travel & how it changed my lifeeeeee* The TRAP OF DESPERATION when dating* The importance of self-connection



    If you enjoyed this episode, share with me on Instagram @emilysiero & tag me in a screenshot of you listening. Share it with a friend, family member, or co-worker. And don’t forget to leave a review on iTunes to help support the show!
    46 min
  • Creating Space for Creativity

    Being an artist takes true practice and creating the space for creativity is what allows for it to grow and evolve. I think we all have an inner artist. Some of us might not want to make a career out of it, but no matter what level you want to take your creativity to, it's important to tap into it daily. For a long time I felt embarrassed about my artistic side, but all that did was keep me from wanting to engage with my craft. And an artist that doesn't practice their craft is living in some delusional fantasy land. The first step at deciding you're an artist is giving yourself permission to believe in it fully. If you're an artist or not, this topic is important for everyone, because we all have a part of ourselves that wants to be expressive.





    In this episode I share:





    • Reasons why artists hide from their artistry
    • The power of giving yourself permission
    • The book The Artist's Way that's helped me evolve so much!
    • Practices that nurture your inner artist
    • Why taking care of yourself is important for you art




    I think artists need to join together and talk about their process of navigating this world, because it is NOT set up to support the artistic journey. I can't recommend The Artist's Way enough by Julia Cameron. You can buy it on Amazon HERE (I am apart of Amazon Associates, so appreciate the humble kickback if you buy it), and it's a great tool to not only help you get a grip on your career as an artist, but a wonderful resource you can revisit again and again. I hope you found this episode helpful! Share it with a friend, family member, co-worker, whoever you know that's an artist or creative.





    If you enjoyed this episode, share with me on Instagram @emilysiero & tag me in a screenshot of you listening. And don’t forget to leave a review on iTunes to help support the show!


    37 min
  • Making The Most of Living at Home (Without Going Crazy)

    Maybe you just moved back with your parents, or you've been a veteran resident for a while, where ever you find yourself at, I see you and I'm here for you. Living at home has become a norm for us millennials, but let's be real... it's not ideal. And people always have their opinion about it. Whether they give you sympathy, pity, or judgement, they're always going to look at your situation through their perspective (don't forget that). It also doesn't help comparing yourself to everyone else your age who owns a home, has a partner, and lives the life you want... a life of peace and quiet, without a parent interrupting it. I know you might not be where you thought you'd be in your life right now, but it's ok. You'll get there.



    Trust why you moved back home in the first place, and know that it's only temporary. Take it from someone who just "celebrated" her 5 year anniversary of living at home. You will get through it & you can make the most of it, no matter how annoyed or frustrated it makes you sometimes.



    In this episode I share:



    * Finding the benefits of living at home* Why I moved back home & what it's taught me* Funny moments about living at home life* Ways to stay motivated towards moving out* How to set a game-plan for this temporary time



    I mentioned more about why I moved back home in Episode 2 "Finding Beauty in a Breakup", listen to that here.



    I referenced one of my fave bands ever, Dirty Heads & their song "Know That I". Listen to it, especially for those lyrics mentioned, "pressure makes diamonds".



    If you enjoyed this episode, share with me on Instagram @emilysiero & tag me in a screenshot of you listening. And don’t forget to leave a review on iTunes to help support the show! Share this episode with a friend, family-member, co-worker, whoever you know that's living back at home.
    36 min
  • Building Success with La Tesce: Hip-Hop Artist
    The secret to success is envisioning the future you want to have. This week's episode features local CT hip-hop artist, La Tesce. We first connected at an open-mic in the summer of 2019 at a local venue & I was so inspired by her music and stage presence. She's such a go-getter and this interview will motivate you to step up your game in whatever side-hustle or creative pursuit you're working on.

    In this episode she shares:
    - Ways she holds herself accountable as an artist
    - How she's been nourishing her creativity during COVID
    - The importance of surrounding yourself with people that work harder than you
    - Her songwriting process
    - What it's like being a female rapper
    - How she stays focused on her vision & career

    Listen to La Tesce on Spotify, subscribe on Youtube, and follow her on Instagram for more updates! Some of my favorite songs of her's are Culture, Warning, and Late Night. It's impossible to NOT dance to her music!



    If you enjoyed this episode, let me on Instagram @emilysiero & tag me in a screenshot of you listening. And don't forget to leave a review on iTunes to help support the show! Thanks so much listening and share this episode with a friend or someone you know that's trying to break into the music industry.

    37 min
  • Fighting Racism in Suburbia with Kennedy Williams
    With the tragic killing of George Floyd, we have witnessed how much racism has shaped America and how crucial it is to continue fighting racism. It exists in a multitude of our country's systems and institutions, especially in white suburbia.

    Growing up in Glastonbury, CT, a predominately white town, I always wondered why we only had a handful of Black students in school. And going through a white-washed school system, it wasn't until leaving high-school and going to college in New York City that I realized how cookie-cutter and privileged my hometown and high-school experience really was.





    This week I had the honor of interviewing Kennedy Williams, a Glastonbury High School alum, who is founder of Black in Glastonbury, a Black Lives Matter group focused on brining inclusivity change to white suburbia. Kennedy opens up about her experience growing up in a town that's 87% white and in this episode we discuss:





    • Inspiration for starting Black in Glastonbury
    • Being the only Black student in class
    • Types of racism she experienced from students and teachers
    • History lessons we weren't taught in school
    • The power of collaboration
    • Creating effective change




    If you enjoyed this episode, share with me on Instagram @emilysiero & tag me in a screenshot of you listening. Please share this episode with someone you know and let's continue to learn how we can do our part to help fight against racism and create equality for all.


    40 min
  • Shit to Leave Behind in Your 20’s

    Being in your 20's is such an exciting time. It's when we really get to discover who we really are and decide how we want to navigate the world post-college or high-school. As we grow out of this era of our lives, it's easy to look at all of the mistakes you made and the regrets you still hold onto. But, don't forget how important it is to look at the lessons you learned along the way, and how they can help shape your future to be even better.



    Now that I'm towards the end of my twenties, (28 came here real quick wtf), I'm realizing that there are some things you just have to leave behind in your twenties. Whether it be beliefs you picked up as kid/teenager or patterns & bad habits you don't want to continue with, now is the perfect time to think about what changes you want to make in your life going forward.



    In this episode I share:



    * 8 things to leave behind in your 20's* How I learned my limits in college* Letting go of comparing yourself to other* Real & honest stories that will definitely make you laugh!* Ways I've let go of limiting beliefs



    If you enjoyed this episode, share with me on Instagram @emilysiero & tag me in a screenshot of you listening. I'd love to hear your takeaways, especially any funny or embarrassing stories you have from your 20's as well! And don't forget to share this episode with a friend. Especially those friends that have been there through your crazy & wild moments too.



    Want to know more about the online program that's helping me break my limiting beliefs? Find more about To Be Magnetic here.



    Check-out the Work It Own It blog for more inspiration, free guided-mediations & more!
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  • Losing Your Passion & How to Find It Again

    Losing your passion feels absolutely awful. It seems like one day you just wake up and nothing excites you anymore. You dread your job, your daily routine, and are unmotivated to do things that bring you joy & excitement.



    I've had times in my life where I felt uninspired, lost, and unsure about what to do next. I used to think it was permanent and I was stuck in this awful place forever. However, there is a solution if you're willing to be brutally honest with yourself about what's bursting your passion bubble. It might not be the easiest thing to admit to at first, or the easiest thing to change, but with a little effort you'll start feeling connected & motivated.



    In this episode I discuss:



    * What it feels like to be uninspired & disconnected from yourself* Factors that are draining your passion* Motivation to leave the job you hate* Practices & Tips to help re-ignite your passion



    The times in my life where I've been working at job, just to have a paycheck, have caused me the most suffering. I always stay there for way too long, and it puts me in a pattern of resenting work, even when I wasn't there! Which was causing me to feel exhausted & drained all the time, and this kept me from wanting to find other jobs or work on my own projects.



    I believe for most of us, a job we're not crazy about is the root cause of our unhappiness. We spend a majority of our week working, and if you hate your job, think about how much time and energy you're giving away to something you resent. I hope this discussion inspires you to make in a change in your life and to rediscover your passions. Share it with someone you know that could use some help on this topic!



    If you enjoyed this episode, share with me on Instagram @emilysiero & tag me in a screenshot of you listening.



    Check-out the Work It Own It blog for more inspiration, free guided-mediations & more!
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A self-help podcast with a sense of humor, where we talk about working towards your dreams & owning it no matter what.Hosted by Emily Santarsiero, actor/comedian & yoga teacher, on a mission…