Time to Lean
Laura Danger and Crystal Britt
On the Time to Lean podcast with Laura Danger and Crystal Britt, we dig into the often-overlooked realities of domestic labor, care work, and household inequity. Through sharp cultural critiques and discussions on trending topics, we explore the systemic issues that shape our homes and lives. In each weekly episode, we tackle the topics that impact our lives, challenge the status quo, and uncover the hidden dynamics that influence how we live and work. Join us as we make time to lean into these crucial conversations and advocate for the value of the work that truly keeps the world turning.Laura, @thatdarnchat, is an educator and advocate. Crystal Britt, @itscrystalbritt, is a coach and licensed therapist in California. Find us on IG or join us on Patreon @ timetoleanpod for Ad-Free episodes, resources, book clubs, weekly virtual meet-ups and so much more!Check us out on Substack for Ad-Free episodes and supplemental resources! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 3, 2023 • 35min
AITA? My husband travels without me!
In this episode, Crystal and Laura answer an Am I The A**hole from Reddit and react to a message from a listener. You're definitely going to want to hear this one!Check out: Donnellwrites on IG!Bonniedoes on IG!Have a domestic dilemma or question? Leave us a message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/timetolean OR DM us on IG @timetoleanpodFollow Laura on social media @thatdarnchatFollow Crystal on social media @itscrystalbrittDomestic Violence Resources Grab a Fair Play DeckInterested in learning more about Fair Play? You can check out the book here or check out this youtube video!Please note: We are not your doctors. None of what we say should be considered a replacement for therapy. :)--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/timetoleanpod/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 26, 2023 • 42min
Are you parenting a Spicy One? - with Mary Van Geffen!
In this episode, Crystal and Laura interview Mary Van Geffen! Mary is an international parenting coach and parent educator for overwhelmed moms of strong-willed & Spicy Children™. You can find resources through her website and on her Instagram account! Mary is all about helping moms gain confidence to choose gentle, respectful parenting especially if they weren’t raised that way.Have a domestic dilemma or question? Leave us a message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/timetolean OR DM us on IG @timetoleanpodFollow Time to Lean Podcast on Instagram @timetoleanpodFollow Laura on social media @thatdarnchatFollow Crystal on social media @itscrystalbrittInterested in learning more about Fair Play? You can check out the book here or check out this youtube video!Domestic Violence Resources Please note: We are not your doctors. None of what we say should be considered a replacement for therapy. :)--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/timetoleanpod/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 19, 2023 • 36min
Therapy Disasters Part 2
This episode is Part 2 of reading your therapy disasters! Crystal and Laura read your write-ins about your experiences with couples therapy! Ever had a therapist tell you your standards are too high? YIKES! For a list of books about community, check out this book list!Have a domestic dilemma or question? Leave us a message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/timetolean OR DM us on IG @timetoleanpodFollow Time to Lean Podcast on Instagram @timetoleanpodFollow Laura on social media @thatdarnchatFollow Crystal on social media @itscrystalbrittDomestic Violence Resources Interested in learning more about Fair Play? You can check out the book here or check out this youtube video!Please note: We are not your doctors. None of what we say should be considered a replacement for therapy. :)--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/timetoleanpod/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 12, 2023 • 32min
Therapy Disasters Part 1
In this episode, Crystal and Laura revisit the Mad Mommy image and then read your write-ins about your experiences with couples therapy! This is part 1 of a two parter!Have a domestic dilemma or question? Leave us a message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/timetolean OR DM us on IG @timetoleanpodFollow Time to Lean Podcast on Instagram @timetoleanpodFollow Laura on social media @thatdarnchatFollow Crystal on social media @itscrystalbrittDomestic Violence Resources Interested in learning more about Fair Play? You can check out the book here or check out this youtube video!Please note: We are not your doctors. None of what we say should be considered a replacement for therapy. :)--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/timetoleanpod/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 5, 2023 • 37min
Patriarchy from the Pulpit
In this episode, Crystal talks with Jon MacDonald, pastor of Restoration Church in Redlands, California. Jon has been a pastor for over 20 years and speaks with Crystal today about equity, justice, and how inflexible gender roles hurt couples.Have a domestic dilemma or question? Leave us a message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/timetolean OR DM us on IG @timetoleanpodFollow Laura on social media @thatdarnchatFollow Crystal on social media @itscrystalbrittDomestic Violence Resources Grab a Fair Play DeckInterested in learning more about Fair Play? You can check out the book here or check out this youtube video!Please note: We are not your doctors. None of what we say should be considered a replacement for therapy. :)--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/timetoleanpod/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 29, 2023 • 26min
Do your kids see you as a Mad Mommy?
In this episode, Crystal and Laura talk about what it feels like when your kids see you as "mad mommy" and a write-in win from a follower!Have a domestic dilemma or question? Leave us a message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/timetolean OR DM us on IG @timetoleanpodFollow Laura on social media @thatdarnchatFollow Crystal on social media @itscrystalbrittDomestic Violence Resources Interested in learning more about Fair Play? You can check out the book here or check out this youtube video!Please note: We are not your doctors. None of what we say should be considered a replacement for therapy. :)--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/timetoleanpod/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 22, 2023 • 36min
How much grace do you need?!
In this episode, Crystal and Laura talk about the what it's like when one person is expected to facilitate extended family relationships and what happens when someone asks for grace while they adjust to better balance around the house.You can find a link to Crystal's downloadable resources here! You can find additional downloadable resources on Laura's site, too! Have a domestic dilemma or question? Leave us a message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/timetolean OR DM us on IG @timetoleanpodFollow Laura on social media @thatdarnchatFollow Crystal on social media @itscrystalbrittDomestic Violence Resources Interested in learning more about Fair Play? You can check out the book here or check out this youtube video!Please note: We are not your doctors. None of what we say should be considered a replacement for therapy. :)--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/timetoleanpod/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 15, 2023 • 42min
What's the sick protocol?
In this episode, Crystal and Laura talk about how to handle sickness in a... healthy way:) and a sticky situation with a blended family.Have a domestic dilemma or question? Leave us a message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/timetolean OR DM us on IG @timetoleanpodFollow Laura on social media @thatdarnchatFollow Crystal on social media @itscrystalbrittDomestic Violence Resources Interested in learning more about Fair Play? You can check out the book here or check out this youtube video!Please note: We are not your doctors. None of what we say should be considered a replacement for therapy. :)Note!! Laura's computer crashed right before we hit record so she's on her phone and the sound isn't as high quality as we would have hoped on this episode!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/timetoleanpod/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 8, 2023 • 38min
"Take me home": when it goes too far
In this episode, Crystal and Laura talk about "checking out", ADHD and when teasing becomes the normalization of abuse.Have a Fair Play dilemma or question? Leave us a message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/timetolean OR DM us on IG @timetoleanpodFollow Laura on social media @thatdarnchatFollow Crystal on social media @itscrystalbrittDomestic Violence Resources --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/timetoleanpod/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 1, 2023 • 35min
Picking up the slack
In this episode, Crystal and Laura talk about the tiny resentments that come up when you don't fully offload the WHOLE task and take a question from a single mom hoping to get her kids on board!Have a domestic dilemma or question? Leave us a message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/timetolean OR DM us on IG @timetoleanpodFollow Laura on social media @thatdarnchatFollow Crystal on social media @itscrystalbrittDomestic Violence Resources --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/timetoleanpod/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
