

Recalibrate
Jacey Adler
Ever hear someone speak and think, "I felt like I was the only one with that thought?" That's why Recalibrate exists: to create space for authentic conversations that connect us to our shared human experience. If you feel exhausted by all the personal growth content out there & feel like you’ve tried “all of the things” to feel better, this is the place for you. With a belief that "doing more" doesn't always bring better results - each episode provides tools to reflect, reconnect, & maybe even realize you're not alone in what you’re going through. Hosted by Jacey Adler every Wednesday.
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Dec 24, 2023 • 32min
64. 26 lessons i learned in 26 years: birthday edition!
In this episode, I celebrate 26 trips around the sun by reflecting on the 26 lessons I've learned in the past year. This past year has been one of the most challenging, transformative, expansive, and incredible years yet and I wouldn't change any part of it. Thank you for being here and for letting me grow, evolve, + share every step of the way with you all! xx
TIME STAMPS
00:01 Introduction and Birthday Reflections
02:06 26 Things I've Learned This Year
03:18 Lessons on Time and Urgency
04:31 Understanding Self-Worth
06:03 Navigating Relationships and Friendships
08:05 Embracing Change and Trusting Timing
10:26 The Power of Honesty and Communication
12:00 Exploring Freedom and Control
16:43 The Importance of Consistent Action
17:42 The Value of Shared Human Experience
18:55 The Power of Saying Yes to Yourself
28:06 Finding Balance in Life
30:31 Conclusion and Looking Forward
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Dec 15, 2023 • 31min
63. how i found my people through my passion project (LIVE EDITION!)
In this special live edition of the Recalibrate podcast, I explore the theme of passion projects with a series of guests, including David Nebinski, the host of the Portfolio Career Podcast. Each person shares the power and value of pursuing and cultivating a passion project for personal development and community building. Guests discuss their individual journeys and share their experiences in creating communities, public speaking, writing, and even hosting public journaling workshops. The episode emphasizes the importance of pushing past comfort zones and embracing the possibility of failure in the pursuit of personal growth. It also highlights the potential of passion projects to help individuals feel less alone and fostering a sense of connection among people.
CONNECT WITH DAVID:
David on IG
David's Substack
Connect with our guests of today's episode & check out their projects:
Emily Chertow of Journaling Classes
Charlotte Jackson of Caught Up in Char's Web & Reading Rhythms
Danielle Goldman of Friday Tables
Kaila & her writing
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TIME STAMPS:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:15 The Recalibrate Podcast: A Brief Overview
01:10 The Journey of Starting a Personal Project
03:24 The Power of Community and Connection
05:03 The Impact of Personal Projects on Personal Growth
08:11 The Role of Personal Projects in Mental Health
10:32 The Influence of Personal Experiences on Personal Projects
14:41 The Importance of Public Speaking and Personal Growth
20:05 The Power of Writing and Vulnerability

Dec 13, 2023 • 26min
62. 20 unique ways to improve your mental and physical health
In this episode of the Recalibrate Podcast, I share 20 practices that have made significant improvements to my physical and mental health over time. These practices cover a wide range from my favorite apps, products that have changed the game, mindset shifts and upgrades to my morning and nighttime routines. As always, these are personal changes that worked for me, and it's important to find what works for you.
TIMESTAMPS
01:52 Morning Routine Changes
03:17 How I Get All My Books for Free
04:32 Ditching Workout Tracking
05:58 Organizing Life with Software
07:33 Smart-home Gadgets
08:19 Maintaining Calm with Phone Settings
09:04 Phone Features that Bring me Joy
19:29 The Power of Therapy
20:19 Game-changing Work-from-Home Setup
21:52 Giving Up Alcohol
23:02 Embracing Anti-Fridays
24:15 Being anti-new year's resolutions
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Dec 6, 2023 • 23min
61. how to find a job you actually like: finding fulfillment in your career
In this episode of the Recalibrate Podcast, I share my personal journey of transitioning from a secure, corporate job at a big 4 in tech consulting to pursuing my passion for mental health at a startup as a product manager. For those of you who are interested in finding a new job but aren't sure how to get there, for those of you who feel unfulfilled or drained by your job or honestly just confused about what's next - this one's for you. In this episode I walk you through my journey of changing careers, how I got to where I'm at finding a job that feels fulfilling, and how you can do it too.
I dive into the challenges of balancing personal and professional life, explore the pros and cons of working at a Big Four corporation, and how to navigate the job search (read: how do I overcome the LinkedIn "black void"!!??)
Not happy but also not ready to leave your current role? I got you - I share tips on finding fulfillment in your CURRENT job if you're not ready to leave, encouraging you to use your job as a stepping stone toward your aspirations.
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview
01:11 Career Change: Leaving a Stable Job
02:22 The Journey of Changing Careers
03:10 The Struggle of Balancing Personal and Professional Life
04:05 Finding Fulfillment in Your Job
04:26 College and Early Career
06:34 The Pros and Cons of Working at a Big Four
08:19 The Decision to Leave and the Job Search
14:33 The Power of Networking in Job Search
17:27 Landing the Dream Job
19:06 Finding Fulfillment in Your Current Job
21:11 The Power of Choice and Mindset
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Nov 29, 2023 • 44min
60. you are more than what you're going through with SIRA non-profit founder Amanda Beausoleil
In this episode of the Recalibrate Podcast, I interview Amanda Beausoleil, founder of a mental health non-profit Self Injury Recovery and Awareness (SIRA). Amanda shares her intimate experiences of self-injury since she was 10 years old and her journey towards recovery. Understanding its impact on her life, Amanda shifted her mindset and now dedicates her life to help those struggling with self-injury. We also discuss the stigma around self-injury and the importance of creating safe spaces, having compassionate conversations, and understanding that recovery is tangible. Amanda emphasizes the need to separate self-injurious behavior from personal identity and to treat one's pain and suffering with acknowledgement and gratitude for the growth it brings.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome to the Podcast
00:54 Guest Introduction: Amanda's Journey
01:57 Amanda's Struggle with Self Injury
03:46 The Turning Point: Seeking Help
05:44 Establishing SIRA: A Mental Health Non-Profit
07:54 The Impact of Sharing Vulnerable Experiences
14:56 Understanding and Addressing Self-Hatred
15:51 The Importance of Recognizing and Meeting Needs
18:20 The Journey of Recovery: From Shame to Acceptance
22:34 Overcoming the Stigma of Therapy
23:12 The Changing Perception of Therapy
23:48 The Importance of Open Conversations about Self Injury
26:12 The Power of Empathy and Understanding in Recovery
31:01 The Role of Compassion in Healing
34:49 Separating Identity from Self-Injurious Behaviors
37:48 The Journey of Recovery and Self-Discovery
37:56 The Power of Sharing and Supporting Others in Their Journey
40:49 The Importance of Resources and Support in Recovery
41:26 Support SIRA: Fundraising in Expanding Support Services
ABOUT AMANDA:
Amanda Beausoleil is the Founder and Executive Director of SIRA, a nonprofit that helps people recover from self-injury through an effective and powerful peer-group support model. Amanda struggled with self-injury for 15 years. She found recovery through a self-injury peer support group in New York. In 2019 she left the corporate world and a longstanding career in fashion working for the industry’s most respected brands (Saks Fifth Avenue, Tory Burch, and Coveteur) to take the peer support group and launch it into a full-fledged 501(c)3. She now brings her lived experience and professional expertise as Executive Director.
Donation Ask & Links:
SIRA is fundraising for $1K this month to help keep our peer support meetings going. Whether you donate $1 or $100, every bit counts and is very much appreciated! Please see below on how you can donate.
Donate via our website here.
Text "SIRA" to 44-321.
Venmo us @siranonprofit. *All donations are tax deductible.
SIRA Website linked here.
Email:If you would like to learn more about SIRA and/or attend meetings, please email us at info@thesira.org.
SIRA's IG: @sirawareness
Amanda's IG: @amanda_soleil
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Nov 22, 2023 • 44min
59. from pain to power: how to rediscover your life through gratitude with John Lifrieri
In this episode of the Recalibrate podcast, I have a meaningful conversation with our guest, John Lifrieri, a.k.a. 'the king of gratitude.' John shares his personal journey towards embracing gratitude, particularly drawing from an undiagnosed spinal cord injury that drastically altered his life. Both John and I highlight the profound impact of daily gratitude practices on our lives, discussing tangible tips to cultivate your own gratitude practice, and hinting at an upcoming collaborative project we created to help you experience more gratitude in your every day life. We also emphasize the importance of being present, appreciating ordinary moments, and the relationships that support us in our gratitude journey.
Happy thanksgiving you lovely humans - I am SO incredibly grateful for each and every single one of you xx
TIME STAMPS:
00:29 Introducing the Guest: John Lifrieri
01:02 John: The Gratitude King
01:24 The Importance of Gratitude
02:30 The Joy of Simple Pleasures
04:09 The Power of Positive Energy and Friendship
07:23 The Impact of Tribute
10:33 The Journey to a Life Rooted in Gratitude
11:16 The Power of Gratitude in Overcoming Challenges
17:18 The Impact of a Life-Changing Injury
20:33 The Marathon: A Symbol of Triumph and Gratitude
21:15 Introduction to Reading Rhythms
21:54 The Power of Gratitude and Recovery
23:05 Embracing the Joy of Walking
23:42 Reflections on Personal Growth and Achievements
27:05 The Impact of Burning Man and the Principle of Immediacy
29:12 The Power of Love and Community
29:51 The Practice of Gratitude and its Impact
41:18 The Daily Grateful: A New Way to Track Gratitude
42:28 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude
Huge huge thank you to Josh Kale for helping with camera set up for this episode + allowing us to use his amazing space!!!
ABOUT JOHN: John cares about spreading joy, love and gratitude as far and as wide as possible. Aside from being one of my very best friends and a light to every single person he comes across, he also builds automated systems for solopreneurs to help elevate them beyond the boring, repetitive tasks in their business (and life). Read more about john here and connect with him on IG @ john_lif.
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Nov 15, 2023 • 60min
58. breaking free from your patterns with self liberation coach iman sanj
In this episode of Recalibrate, I have a conversation with Iman Sanj, a self liberation coach who designs experience that help you find home within yourself. Exploring topics from self-awareness to purpose-driven living, Iman touches on embracing uncertainty, reconnecting with one's intuition, learning to sit with emotions, and the benefits of adopting a values-based approach to life. Recounting her transformative journey, she stresses the importance of consistent compassion, mindfulness, and acceptance, while deconstructing societal pressures towards achievement-based living. Iman also shares tips on cultivating a safe space within oneself, broaches the topic of combating feelings of loss, and emphasizes the significance of playfulness in personal growth instead of relying on rigidity and control.
Key Takeaways:
1. 🧘♀️ Acceptance as an Active Process - The concept of acceptance is outlined as an active process. It involves sitting with emotions, gaining awareness, and building resiliency towards negative emotions. We mention key books like "Power of Now" by Eckhart Tolle & "Radical Acceptance" by Tara Brach for their perspective on acceptance.
2. 🚀 Listen to your Intuition - Iman and Jacey stress on the importance of honesty and how to actively rebuild your relationship with yourself to better tune into your intuition. The conversation acknowledges that the journey isn't always easy, especially if you've gotten used to ignoring those gut feelings.
3. 🎯 Prioritize Values over Achievements- The conversation pivots to focusing less on achievements and more on living a values-based life. The key is understanding oneself and focusing on things of importance.
4. 🔮 Navigate Uncertainty - The conversation explores why we choose certainty over happiness. They underline the importance of detaching from outcomes and embracing the uncertain.
5. 💖 Cultivate Consistent Compassion - Iman highlights the importance of consistency as it relates to compassion, especially in your relationship to yourself.
Time Stamps:
00:16 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:54 Discovering Tara Brock and Radical Acceptance
01:41 Understanding Acceptance and Its Misconceptions
04:11 Exploring the Concept of Sitting with Emotions
05:06 The Role of Acceptance in Dealing with Emotions
11:22 The Practice of Feeling and Sitting with Emotions
16:06 The Power of Playfulness in Emotional Healing
20:08 Cultivating a Relationship with Self
25:52 The Journey to Self-Liberation
31:20 The Power of Practice and Journey
31:28 Embracing the Journey, Not Just the Outcome
32:36 The Importance of Cultivating Integrity
33:16 Transitioning from a Goals-Based Life to a Values-Based Life
34:30 The Power of a Value-Based Approach to Life
35:48 The Role of Intuition in Decision Making
40:04 The Journey of Reconnecting with Intuition
41:24 The Illusion of Safety and the Reality of Uncertainty
47:28 The Role of Intuition in Navigating Uncertainty
53:48 The Power of Choosing How to Respond to Emotions
57:27 Closing Thoughts and Reflections
CONNECT WITH IMAN:
Iman's Website
FREE SELF LIBERATION WORKSHOP
Iman on Tiktok
Viral Homecoming Visualization
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Nov 8, 2023 • 52min
57. finding calm in chaos: how to regulate your nervous system regulation with giulia halkier
In this episode of the Recalibrate Podcast, I’m joined by EFT practitioner Giulia Halkier to discuss nervous system regulation. We dive into our personal experiences with body image struggles, chronic stress, and the search for healing. We explore the power of EFT tapping as a tool for brain retraining and emotional freedom. In this episode, you will learn about different methods for regulating the nervous system and actionable (& free) ways to implement them into your life. The episode also highlights the importance of self-compassion, routines, and increasing your tolerance to be more resilient. Listen to gain valuable insights and practical strategies to find balance and experience more ease in your every day life.
ABOUT GIULIA:
Meet Giulia, your new Body Confidence Catalyst, a seasoned Master Conscious EFT Practitioner, Certified Coach and a Master Energy Healer. She's no run-of-the-mill TikTok influencer with empty promises; she's walked the path of body loathing, food obsessions, and inner battles. Giulia once threw her money at every fitness fad, diet regime, even plastic surgery, only to discover they didn't bring the desired self-worth. Her life changed when she delved into the power of healing work, transforming her relationship with her body and food, spilling over into her career, finances, and love life. This shift led her to leave her soul-draining corporate job and birth Brazen Soul Rebellion, dedicated to helping women heal these lifelong struggles via brain retraining and loving their nervous system. Together, you'll kick that inner critic out (lovingly) and embrace MAJOR, UNAPOLOGETIC confidence. Imagine the possibilities when you stop obsessing over your body and join the rebellion against insecurity and never-enoughness. If you're ready for Brazen confidence, self-love, and endless expansion, Giulia is your go-to magic-maker!
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Nov 1, 2023 • 15min
56. rediscovering home: how being vulnerable changed my life
Cue “Back in My Body” by Maggie Rogers because this girl is BACK. Today on the Recalibrate Podcast, I dive deep into my journey of homecoming and the transformative power of vulnerability.
In this episode, I open up about a journal entry that I never intended to share—a raw and unfiltered glimpse into my thoughts and feelings. Little did I know, this act of vulnerability would create a ripple effect of connection and understanding.
I believe that the difficult feelings we often hide away are the very ones that bring us together. They remind us that we are all experiencing the shared human suffering. And by embracing and sharing our vulnerabilities, we create a space where others can feel seen and heard.
Throughout this episode, I explore the changes I've experienced over the past four months—transforming my entire life, yet feeling more like myself than ever. It's a journey of deep inner peace, contentment, and the ability to embrace all parts of myself without judgment.
You’re probably wondering, how did I get here? What caused this shift?
Tune in to discover the power of vulnerability, the beauty of shared human experience, and how embracing your truth can lead to a life of alignment, abundance, and self-acceptance.
My Takeaways:
1️⃣ Embracing Vulnerability: By sharing a raw journal entry that I never intended to share, I created a ripple effect of connection among listeners. We have the power to connect through our shared human experiences and find solace in knowing we're not alone.
2️⃣ Contentment vs. Urgency: I have reached a place of deep inner peace and contentment with where I am in life. Instead of constantly reaching for the next thing, I have learned to sit with and appreciate the present moment.
3️⃣ The Power of Self-Discovery Through journaling and self-reflection, I was able to uncover the journey of self-discovery that led me to this place of transformation. By visualizing possibilities, taking action, and embracing my worth, I created a strong foundation of self-love and attracted incredible opportunities and connections.
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Oct 25, 2023 • 26min
55. we're getting a divorce! how to have hard conversations and trust your intuition
In this episode of The Recalibrate Podcast, join Jacey and Sasha as they candidly discuss the decision to end their co-hosting journey and go their separate podcasting paths. Reflecting on the lessons learned and the impact on their friendship, they share the challenges of sharing a business endeavor with a close friend and the need to prioritize their individual creative energies. Explore how difficult conversations and trusting their intuition led them to this decision, and discover the importance of recalibrating relationships to maintain authenticity and alignment. Listen to hear more as Jacey embarks on a new chapter of recalibrate podcasting, and Sasha ventures into her own separate podcasting with Evolve!
ABOUT THE PODCAST: The Recalibrate Podcast, hosted by Jacey Adler and Sasha Andrianova, is a space where we explore the full spectrum of what it means to be human. Join us each Wednesday as we have honest conversations to normalize the human experience and help you feel less alone. We share different ways to connect with yourself and interview heart-forward guests who expand your belief of what’s possible for you. We’re the best friends you didn’t know you needed. Let's laugh, cry, ruminate and explore all of the things you think about but haven’t heard said out loud.
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CONNECT WITH JACEY:
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Connect with Sasha
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/iamsashaandrianova/
1-1 Up-level Coaching | https://sashaandrianova.com/coaching
Evolve Podcast | https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sasha-andrianova
Insight Timer Meditations + Breathwork | https://insighttimer.com/sashaandrianova
Breathwork | DM me or email sasha@awakenedbreath.org for 1-1 sessions or facilitator training
Yoga | In-person on Monday nights at CorePower Yoga Noho (59 Bleecker St)