Mostly Dating

Welcome back! Today we are joined by Katie Sands, Amazon On-Air Style Host and the face behind Instagram account @honestlykate. Katie opens up about how she started her Instagram as a way to share her favorite outfits with her friends and family, and how it eventually grew to a lifestyle destination for over 285 thousand people. What began as a fashion-only account now encompasses so many areas of her life: from mental health to workouts, and other pieces of her day-to-day routine. Katie is breaking the mold by continuously partnering only with brands who's values align with her own.  Since the start of COVID, she has made it a point that each of her partnerships have a charitable aspect, and she is mindful to create content that will resonate with people from all different financial backgrounds. As her name states, her brand is honest and authentic and chatting with her truly feels like catching up with a friend.  As someone who is constantly in the public eye, Katie typically keeps her family life and her relationships pretty separate, as a way to hold boundaries for herself and to respect the boundaries of the people in her life. We were lucky to hear some backstory of her current relationship - how they met, why she didn't want him to follow her account in the beginning, and a bit about what it was like dating in NYC with such a public career on social media. She also shares her advice on how to meet someone, what outfit to wear on a first date, and what her must-have quality is in a significant other.  You can find Katie on Instagram @honestlykate or head over to her blog iamhonestlykate.com where you can shop her favorite looks, including her capsule collection she created with Phat Buddha -  keep an eye out for Spring styles soon!  What we're trying this week:  Carleigh's Pick: One Might Mill Bagels  Mia's Pick: Ted Lasso on AppleTV+  As always, find us on Instagram @mostlybalancedpodcast and on our blog.  Thanks for joining us and please leave a rating or review if you enjoyed the episode! Shop our Favs: Sakara Life - use code XOBALANCED for 20% off meal programs and clean boutique items Copina Collagen Booster - Code MOSTLYBALANCED Sourse Vitamin-infused Dark Chocolate - Code MOSTLYBALANCED MindBodyGreen Supplements Sprout Living Protein Powders - Code MOSTLYBALANCED Recess Hemp-Infused Sparkling Waters - Code MOSTLYBALANCED

Do first dates make you nervous? On today's MINISODE, Carleigh is breaking down all the questions she loves to ask on first dates. We chat about how to rephrase common questions to keep the conversation flowing, and to dig a little bit deeper and find out if this person is someone you want to go on a second date with. We also share our thoughts on questions that we think should be saved for later dates, or maybe not asked at all. We give advice on how to ask questions about things you might not even realize you're looking for in a relationship. Some common questions we answer: Is asking about previous relationships ok on a first date? Is it bad if we talk about work the whole time? How early on should we ask about their intentions for the relationship? When should you bring up if you've been married and/or have kids? How do I keep the conversation flowing but also keep the topics light and fun? As always, find us on Instagram @mostlybalancedpodcast and on our blog. Thanks for joining us and please leave a rating or review if you enjoyed the episode! Use code XOBALANCED for 20% off Sakara Life meal programs and clean boutique items. Try our favorite MindBodyGreen supplements or sign up for one of their expert-led classes on one-off topics like health, nutrition, spirituality, personal growth, relationships, Ayurveda, and so much more! Check out their website to learn about the class packages they offer, or head here if you are interested in becoming a Functional Nutrition Coach where you will learn from world class instructors and be armed with the tools to launch or expand your business.

Welcome back! This week we are joined by Alexa Cawley, Founder & CEO of Forever Friday Consulting and Host of The Friday Society podcast. Alexa shares how her career with companies like Lululemon and SoulCycle helped her see a gap when it came to marketing representation of small, boutique companies within the wellness industry. She ultimately decided to fill this gap with the launch of Forever Friday, where she takes on clients of all sizes, from business owners to fitness instructors - she helps her clients create content, navigate social media, etc., and arms then with the tools to get their business where they want it to be. This episode goes deep into how we've seen the fitness industry change over the last 10 years, specifically in NYC, first gradually and then abruptly in 2020 with the COVID19 pandemic. Alexa shares her favorite and least favorite wellness trends, her favorite way to sweat, what made her successful in the launch of her company, and what she thinks are the most important qualities in a fitness instructor today. We also talk about the importance of how bigger fitness companies like Peloton treat their employees, and how dating has changed in NYC during the same time period we've seen the fitness industry change. This episode is part of a swap with did with Alexa, and you can head to The Friday Society to listen to our episode and to check out her other amazing episodes with guests like Elizabeth & Dale of Sweats and the City, Alexandra Bonetti of TalentHack, and so many more! You can find Alexa on Instagram @foreverfriday.co and to learn more about her consulting services head to www.foreverfridayconsulting.com. What we're trying this week: Carleigh's Pick: Copina Co. Vanilla Collagen Booster - use code MOSTLYBALANCED for 10% off your order Mia's Pick: Sakara Life Energy Super Bar - use code XOBALANCED for 20% off all Sakara items and meal plans As always, find us on Instagram @mostlybalancedpodcast and on our blog.  Thanks for joining us and please leave a rating or review if you enjoyed the episode!

Welcome back! On today's minisode we are talking all about jealousy of other peoples' relationships, specifically when you are in a relationship yourself.  Mia is breaking down which instances she thinks are dealbreakers for your own relationship and when she thinks envy could be used more as an opportunity. A few topics we talk about: Timelines Trust Friendship Couples who workout together As always, find us on Instagram @mostlybalancedpodcast and on our blog. Thanks for joining us and please leave a rating or review if you enjoyed the episode! Have you tried Sakara Life yet? Use code XOBALANCED for 20% off their organic, plant-based meal programs and clean boutique items.

This week’s MINISODE is all about dating on the apps. Carleigh and Mia chat about how dating in NYC has changed (& not changed) over their 10+ years living there and give their thoughts and advice on the do’s and don’ts of online dating.  We chat about the most commonly used answers on dating profiles, our deal-breakers when it comes to pictures, and how long we think you should chat on the app before planning a date. As always, find us on Instagram @mostlybalancedpodcast and on our blog.  Thanks for joining us and please leave a rating or review if you enjoyed the episode! Use code XOBALANCED for 20% off Sakara Life meal programs and clean boutique items. 

Welcome back! This week we're joined by Giulia Giancola, Co-Founder & CEO of CASHE, ethically sourced cashmere clothing line handmade in Nepal. We hear her story of traveling to Nepal and deciding to create this line as a way to transport "beauty and kindness across borders" while giving back to the people of Nepal in the process.  Giulia and her co-founder (& boyfriend!) Vlad give back 10% of every sale to the Nepal Youth Foundation. In this episode Giulia opens up about what it was like launching a business in 2020 after losing her job in event planning, and about the pros and cons of running a company with your significant other. She talks about the importance of going after the things you are passionate about and how she developed a business mindset from her parents and grandparents. Every piece of loungewear is ethically sourced, light weight, and the finest quality cashmere. To order your own set, head to shopcashe.com or to Instagram @cashe_thelabel. As always, find us on Instagram @mostlybalancedpodcast and on our blog.  Thanks for joining us and please leave a rating or review if you enjoyed the episode! Shop our Favs: Sakara Life - use code XOBALANCED for 20% off meal programs and clean boutique items Joolies Dates - Code MOSTLYBALANCED Copina Collagen Booster - Code MOSTLYBALANCED Sourse Vitamin-infused Dark Chocolate - Code MOSTLYBALANCED MindBodyGreen Supplements Sprout Living Protein Powders - Code MOSTLYBALANCED Recess Hemp-Infused Sparkling Waters - Code MOSTLYBALANCED

Welcome to another solo minisode! Valentine’s Day is this weekend and Mia’s sharing a few of her favorite COVID-safe date night ideas. We also chat about our past Valentine’s Day experiences and whether or not your SO being on their phone while watching TV is a dealbreaker. As always, find us on Instagram @mostlybalancedpodcast and on our blog.  Thanks for joining us and please leave a rating or review if you enjoyed the episode! Shop our Favs: Sakara Life - use code XOBALANCED for 20% off meal programs and clean boutique items Joolies Dates - Code MOSTLYBALANCED Copina Collagen Booster - Code MOSTLYBALANCED Sourse Vitamin-infused Dark Chocolate - Code MOSTLYBALANCED MindBodyGreen Supplements Sprout Living Protein Powders - Code MOSTLYBALANCED Recess Hemp-Infused Sparkling Waters - Code MOSTLYBALANCED

Welcome back! This week we have Dr. Gary Lewandowski with us and we are chatting all about his eye-opening new book, Stronger than you Think: The 10 Blind Spots That Undermine Your Relationship...and How to See Past Them. Gary shares the story of how he decided to pursue a career in psychology and eventually to focus on love and relationships. We hear his thoughts on classic dating rules and some of the biggest misconceptions people have about dating and relationships. A few topics we cover: How soon & how often couples should be having sex Who says I love you first Love at first sight Soulmates Infidelity Stronger Than You Think will be on shelves tomorrow, 2/9 and you can pre-order it now on Amazon. What we're trying this week: Carleigh's Pick: Homemade chai lattte (with Joolies Dates syrup) - Recipe on our Instagram Mia's Pick: BKE Kombucha As always, find us on Instagram @mostly_balanced and on our blog.  Thanks for joining us and please leave a rating or review if you enjoyed the episode! Shop our Favs: Sakara Life - use code XOBALANCED for 20% off meal programs and clean boutique items Joolies Dates - Code MOSTLYBALANCED Copina Collagen Booster - Code MOSTLYBALANCED Sourse Vitamin-infused Dark Chocolate - Code MOSTLYBALANCED MindBodyGreen Supplements Sprout Living Protein Powders - Code MOSTLYBALANCED Recess Hemp-Infused Sparkling Waters - Code MOSTLYBALANCED

This week's minisode is all about how to know if a relationship is right for you. You know those early stages in a relationship when you aren't sure how to know if something is a red flag or a green flag? Carleigh & Mia both give their advice from their own personal experience and break down some signs that someone is or isn't "the one". We start with some red flags that may indicate you should walk away, and then end the episode with some of our favorite ways of recognizing when someone IS right for you.  As always, find us on Instagram @mostly_balanced and on our blog.  Thanks for joining us and please leave a rating or review if you enjoyed the episode! Shop our Favs: Sakara Life - use code XOBALANCED for 20% off meal programs and clean boutique items Joolies Dates - Code MOSTLYBALANCED Copina Collagen Booster - Code MOSTLYBALANCED Sourse Vitamin-infused Dark Chocolate - Code MOSTLYBALANCED MindBodyGreen Supplements Sprout Living Protein Powders - Code MOSTLYBALANCED Recess Hemp-Infused Sparkling Waters - Code MOSTLYBALANCED

Welcome back! This week we are joined by Brooke Cates, founder of The Bloom Method - the most cutting-edge pre & postnatal fitness method. The Bloom Method is a blend of functional strength training, low-intensity interval training, cardio sweat sessions, daily re-patterning and pregnancy + post pregnancy core-specific moves meant to arm women with valuable tools that prepare them for birth and help prevent pregnancy-related injuries.  The Bloom Method is meant for women who are trying to conceive, expectant Mothers, and women up to 12 years postpartum. In this episode, we hear about Brooke's own personal fertility journey, her experience having a miscarriage, and the birth of her adorable son. She shares the story of how she created the Bloom Method, not even realizing she was actually marrying together the things she had been passionate about for years. She didn't always visualize how she would turn her passions into reality, but that is exactly what she has done. We hear not only about Brooke's best exercise advice, but also about what its like being a working mom, how she met her husband, the food she cannot live without, and what advice she would give to her younger self. You can find more about the Bloom Method here and find them on Instagram @thebloommethod What we're trying this week: Carleigh's Pick: City Sweat with Meghan McFerran Mia's Pick: Olaplex No. 6 Bond Smoother As always, find us on Instagram @mostly_balanced and on our blog.  Thanks for joining us and please leave a rating or review if you enjoyed the episode! Shop our Favs: Sakara Life - use code XOBALANCED for 20% off meal programs and clean boutique items Joolies Dates - Code MOSTLYBALANCED Copina Collagen Booster - Code MOSTLYBALANCED Sourse Vitamin-infused Dark Chocolate - Code MOSTLYBALANCED MindBodyGreen Supplements Sprout Living Protein Powders - Code MOSTLYBALANCED Recess Hemp-Infused Sparkling Waters - Code MOSTLYBALANCED