Facial manipulation is a powerful technique for maintaining healthy skin.
Finding unique topics and perspectives to differentiate oneself in the digital landscape is crucial.
Podcasting allows for more authentic connections with audiences and encourages diverse discussions.
Deep dives
The Power of Facial Manipulation and Niched Content
Facial manipulation, such as facial massage and tools like ice, is a powerful technique for maintaining healthy skin. Lauren believes in the importance of niched content, finding unique topics and perspectives that haven't been widely explored yet to differentiate oneself in the crowded digital landscape. By starting with a microblog on Instagram and gradually expanding to other platforms, content creators can build a following and attract the attention of larger brands.
The Evolution of Podcasting and Authenticity
Podcasting has become more popular and competitive as a medium, with more dedicated listeners and diverse content. Lauren and Michael discuss how podcasting allows for more authentic and genuine connections with the audience compared to other forms of media. They emphasize the importance of being oneself, not conforming to labels or societal pressures, and remaining open to diverse perspectives and discussions.
Balancing Wellness and Beauty
Lauren discusses her personal journey in wellness and beauty, including the importance of clean beauty products and facial manipulation techniques like massage and ice. She emphasizes the significance of small daily habits and self-care practices, like meditation, grounding, and setting boundaries with social media, for overall well-being.
The Transformative Power of Parenthood
Becoming a parent has had a profound impact on Lauren and Michael's perspectives and priorities. It has taught them the value of living for their child and focusing on family, causing a shift in their daily routines and decision-making. They recognize the need to strike a balance between career and family while embracing the transformative experience of raising a child.
Maintaining Discipline with Social Media
The podcast episode explores the challenges of maintaining discipline around social media and offers strategies to mitigate its negative effects. The speaker emphasizes the need for individuals to recognize when social media becomes unproductive and consuming. They share personal examples such as deleting social media apps from their phone's main screen, limiting phone usage for positive purposes, and avoiding mindless scrolling. They also discuss the importance of setting boundaries, such as not checking phones in the middle of the night and muting or unfollowing accounts that do not add value to one's life.
Navigating the Challenges of Postpartum and Relationships
In this part of the podcast, the speakers discuss the challenges of postpartum experiences and how it affects relationships. They emphasize the importance of communication, understanding, and maintaining love and respect for each other during this period. They highlight the need for men to be aware and supportive of the emotional and physical changes women go through postpartum. Both speakers share their personal experiences and how they navigated arguments and challenges to strengthen their relationship. They also stress the significance of setting boundaries, finding moments of solitude, and not bringing work into the bedroom to maintain a healthy balance.
In this episode I’m talking to Lauryn Evarts Bosstick and Michael Bosstick, founders of mega-brands The Skinny Confidential and Dear Media, respectively, about their careers and tips for growing and functioning in the digital world. We discuss the ins and outs of podcasting; dealing with criticism and the tense climate we’re in right now; not worrying about labels and what others think; making career changes and tips for navigating transitions during this time; lifestyle practices to help with calmness and effectiveness; how to have boundaries with social media; today’s beauty standards and Lauryn and Michael’s approaches to beauty; how parenthood has changed their perspectives both personally and professionally and so much more. They also answer listener questions at the end. This is a fascinating conversation with tips and insight that can be applied to your life no matter who you are and what you do.
