Another #GIRLTALK episode for y'all! Today we discuss the different personality traits & habits that are more pronounced depending on our relationship statuses. Does being single or being in a relationship affect our independence levels, attitudes towards self-growth, and willingness to meet new people? We also dive deeper into the relationship between our expectations for our friends and our expectations for our partners!Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Moving out of your parents' place is a whirlwind of emotions - you have the heightened responsibility from having to put food on the table and handle all the chores, but you also get a taste of unadulterated freedom that allows you to go on spontaneous trips and eat ice cream for dinner without any parental commentary. Today we discuss what it looks like when you move back IN with your parents after living independently for awhile! Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

FOMO can manifest itself when you catch yourself feeling jealous of other peoples' Instagram photodumps, or you may find yourself feeling JOMO when you feel grateful for your clean sheets & warm bed as you flip through Saturday night bar selfies on Snapchat. Today we discuss the concept of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) and JOMO (Joy of Missing Out) to see what our personal triggers are for each emotion, how we grapple with the envy you feel, and which one we feel more often at this stage in our lives. Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Today we continue the #GRADSCHOOL series by exploring a non-STEM path, getting a Masters in Arts Education! Our guest turned her Masters in Arts Education into a consulting career, now guiding companies into strengthening their online media experience. We also get a glimpse into what it's like to do a virtual grad school program, and how to turn virtual grad school friends into lifelong friendships. Tune into this episode if you want to see an excellent example of a non-traditional career path from someone who stays true to herself & her interests!Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Today we discuss a heavy topic - dealing with the loss of a parent, and how to learn and move past the grief. Our guest today, Ni Zhang, gets vulnerable with us as she shares how she processed the loss of her father at the young age of 18, and how she was able to turn a traumatic experience into life lessons that she still carries on to this day.Ni is an artist, a small business owner, and the host of podcast "That's what Ni said", which documents her journey as a mother, entrepreneur, and first generation immigrant. Check out Ni's podcast: "That's What Ni Said"Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

As wonderful and lifechanging as therapy is, there may be a time in your life where you may need to end things with your therapist. It doesn't have to be personal - you may be moving to a new location, strapped for cash, or just looking for a different perspective! Today, we walk through the process of ending things with your therapist.Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Today we tackle the delicate balance of being a professional at work, while still coming off as likeable & pleasant! Staying calm in the workplace can occasionally feel like a challenge, especially when you're just starting out in a new job or are having a stressful time at work. We discuss the different factors that go into the 'perfect work image', and share things we've admired and learned from coworkers we admire.Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Whether you hit a major relationship milestone or a mini one, there's a ton of key moments in a relationship that can serve as a turning point or show you a different side of your SO! Today we reflect on milestones like saying "I love you" or seeing each other intoxicated for the first time to evaluate how each milestone added a new element to our relationships.Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Everyone does it...so why not talk about it?! Today we discuss our bodily functions by talking about our pee anxiety (or lack thereof), our quirky public pooping habits, and our experiences pooping at work. Remember to review your pee color today to check your hydration levels, and check in on a loved one's pooping schedule so they know it's real :')Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

CW: This episode contains some references to body image issues and restricted eating. Today we bring on Elise Liu, registered dietician & nutritionist, from the Craving Food Freedom podcast to discuss all things body image & food-related! We explore the way our childhood experiences & cultural background continue to affect the way we see our bodies and food. Elise also takes us through how she became a dietician and the nuanced ways she helps her clients unlearn restrictive habits and embrace intuitive eating!We also did an episode on Elise's podcast, Craving Food Freedom - check out ep 67 Adulting as Children of Immigrants! Craving Food Freedom is a podcast about creating a healthier relationship with food, free from bingeing, food obsession, and dieting. It's hosted by Elise Liu, an intuitive eating dietitian based in the Silicon Valley. As a child of immigrants, Elise knows firsthand how trauma, lack of belonging, and low self-worth can wreak havoc on one's relationship with food and body. Her private practice and podcast focuses on helping millennials TRUST themselves around food, develop self worth outside of their bodies, and become more intuitive eaters. Where you can find Elise:Instagram @craving.food.freedomTiktok @craving.food.freedomWebsite CravingFoodFreedom.comSupport the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod