Amanda

Amanda had a breakthrough in quieting her brain and heard from Love with Elizabeth Gilbert's help. They discuss avoiding 'monkey surveys' when making decisions, the 'big thing' we miss that leads to dissatisfaction, and getting your brain and perfectionism to step back. Elizabeth Gilbert is best known for 'Eat Pray Love' and is the creator of the Onward Book Club.

In the conversation that’s meant the most to Glennon, Abby, and Amanda – poet and spoken word artist, Andrea Gibson makes the bravest announcement we’ve ever heard. Andrea shares how to boundlessly, relentlessly love our lives by: paying attention to the only thing we can control; letting go of living in fear; and feeling less alone and terrified through it all.CW: Discussion of suicidal ideationAbout Andrea: Andrea Gibson is one of the most celebrated and influential spoken word artists of our time. Best known for their live performances, Gibson has changed the landscape of what it means to attend a “poetry show”. Gibson’s poems center around LGBTQ issues, spirituality, feminism, mental health and the dismantling of oppressive social systems. Andrea is the author of seven books, most recently “You Better Be Lightning”. TW: @andreagibsonIG: @andreagibson To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Glennon, known for her candid discussions on personal growth, joins Abby, a practical problem-solver, and Amanda, a life hack enthusiast. They dive into innovative strategies to lighten daily burdens in relationships and home life. Discover clever hacks like 'eating the frog' to boost productivity and the '10 second rule' for mindful communication. The trio shares humorous anecdotes and essential tips for simplifying everything from laundry to travel, all while fostering deeper connections and supporting each other through life's challenges.

Today, Abby, Amanda, and Glennon learn new ways not to be assholes. In this follow up to Episode 191 Why Etiquette is B.S. & New Rules for Living, we share Pod Squad wisdom about ways we can all make the world a less annoying place. Join us as we learn how to deepen our conversations with people by not saying the first thing we think of, spreading “tell me more” energy instead of “let me tell you about me” energy, and not asking “surface” questions that aren’t surface at all. Plus, we debate holding the door open for strangers, embracing bodily noises in public, and using “but” in apologies. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amanda declares a 'Rebuilding Year' and shares insights on personal growth, parenthood, and playfulness. Abby provides advice on unlocking playfulness and discusses the importance of not trying to be 'good'.

We can do hard things, and yet, sometimes we can try easier. Glennon, Abby, Amanda – and the Pod Squad! — share the strategies they’ve used to suffer less – giving us simple Life Hacks for relationships, home, tech, travel, and saving time. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amanda, Alberto, and Eric discuss disordered eating, body-image concerns, and how they relate to physique athletes and noncompetitors. Topics include framing behaviors, influence of biology, research on tracking, and coping mechanisms. They address clinical definitions, orthorexia, dealing with nonclassified disordered eating, and bodybuilding for those in eating disorder recovery.

Breast cancer survivor Amanda candidly shares her journey, hopes, and fears. Topics include coping mechanisms, storytelling, self-reliance, and finding fulfillment. The episode also touches on personal experiences, efficient business operations, and nurturing baby skin.

Financial experts Amanda and Scott cover topics such as avoiding capital gains tax, lending money to family members, renting vs buying, HSA vs FSA, and using emergency funds to pay off debt in a finance FAQ episode.

In this engaging discussion, Abby opens up about her path to healing intergenerational trauma, delivering a mix of humor and emotion. Amanda shares a surprising study linking mice to human emotional inheritance, sparking a thoughtful conversation about our fears. Glennon reflects on her evolution regarding mental health, revealing her newfound belief in resilience over illness. Together, they empower listeners to recognize and break cycles of trauma in their lives, emphasizing understanding, acceptance, and personal growth.