
Theory and Practice
Everything and anything self-help to help you navigate your twenties and be more intentional and productive in your career AND in your relationships <3 Learn the mindsets and frameworks from peers and experts alike.
Latest episodes

Jan 29, 2025 • 10min
57 | Saying Goodbye to the Podcast...For Now
The host reflects on an enriching journey of podcasting, sharing valuable lessons learned over the years. They discuss the importance of visibility and how personal fears shaped their experience. With a shift towards social media, the focus will now be on community engagement while preserving the essence of their mission. The decision to step back is seen as a strategic move for growth and mastery in connecting with listeners.

Jan 14, 2025 • 49min
56 | Sophie Weill: Multi-Hyphenate Creative Entrepreneur on Curiosity, Creativity and Courage
Hi!!
Today’s episode is with Sophie Weill, multi-hyphenate creative. She is the founder of...
1) Nude Nation, an intentional PR firm
2) Piano Piano, a tableware company she created with her sister (!)
3) The Active Ingredient podcast, a highly recommended personal growth pod
We had so much fun filming this episode. We geek out on energy, all things woo-woo, the importance of movement and more.
Enjoy :)
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Topics discussed:
Sophie’s twenties
Her constant returning to her younger self
Sophie’s corporate journey, from college to agency founder
Why you should follow your curiosity
Double down on your interests & skills
How Sophie became a multi-hyphenate entrepreneur
Why movement will help you become more creative
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Books Mentioned:
The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks
Brianna Weist's Books
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Sophie's Links:
IG: @sophieweill, @nudenation, @pianopiano, @activeingredient
Nude Nation Website
Piano Piano Website
Listen to Active Ingredient here
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Thanks so much for listening! <3
Learn more about Theory & Practice here.
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Jan 9, 2025 • 16min
55 | 2025 Ins & Outs: Productivity & Personal Growth
Hi! Sorry for the end-of-year hiatus -- some personal stuff had to be taken care of.
I'm back with a new episode all about the ins and outs of productivity and personal growth!!
Hope this inspires you as you start the new year :)
*note: I recorded this at the end of 2024, which is why I say "next year"
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Episode Notes:
- The Ins and Outs of Productivity
- The Ins and Outs of Personal Growth
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Thanks so much for listening! <3
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Nov 26, 2024 • 13min
54 | The Six Step Guide to Your Winter Arc: Become Your 2025 Self Today
Hiiii friends!
It's not too late to create your winter arc. You've got time to become your future self today. In this episode, I share with you the six GOALS to include as part of your winter arc to become your 2025 version of yourself today :)
Don't wait until January 1st. Start today.
Enjoy!
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Episode Notes:
- How to close out 2024
- The six goals to include in your winter arc around finances, health, career, wellness and relationships
- Why you should think about your future self today
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Thanks so much for listening! <3
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Nov 19, 2024 • 14min
53 | How to Strive for Work-Life Harmony NOT Work-Life Balance
Hiiii friends!
Today, we debunk the myth of work-life balance. It's easy to say and nearly impossible to do.
Underneath work-life balance is actually perfectionism; needing to have every aspect of your life balanced...But you're a multi-faceted person, your life is made up of like 8 areas....
How are you supposed to strive for balance across all of these?
That's why I strongly believe in work-life harmony, not balance.
It's about identifying the 2-4 priority areas of your life in this moment in time and striving for harmony and integration across these.
Enjoy and let me know if you agree!
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Episode Notes:
- The myth of work-life balance
- How to strive for work-life harmony
- Why boundaries & saying "no" matters when creating work-life harmony
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Thanks so much for listening! <3
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Nov 12, 2024 • 18min
52 | Embrace the Messy Middle: How to Stay Productive and Intentional in Your Twenties
Hi besties,
Today I'm talking about the messy middle, the chaotic & challenging phase that happens after the initial excitement of starting something new wears off.
It’s that in-between space where progress feels slow, difficult, and often frustrating,
Being in the messy middle is hard.
Today, I share how you can accept and embrace it to push through and achieve that ambitious goal you have.
Enjoy!!!
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What the messy middle is
How to identify whether you're in the messy middle
The mindset shifts to notice, accept and embrace the messy middle
The benefits of being in the messy middle
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Thanks so much for listening! <3
Learn more about Theory & Practice HERE
Download the Theory & Practice Odyssey Plan worksheets HERE
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Nov 5, 2024 • 18min
51 | The Myth of the Five-Year Plan: Why Odyssey Planning is the Key to Your Twenties
Hi everyone!
Today’s episode is about the myth of the five-year plan.
Five year plans don't work. They're too rigid, create unnecessary pressure and limit us from finding opportunities for growth.
On today's episode, I share a different planning exercise to do when you're feeling anxious and stressed. This one welcomes creativity and flexibility into the fold.
Enjoy!
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Links Mentioned:
The T&P Odyssey Plan worksheet: FOUND HERE!
The T&P weekly newsletter: FOUND HERE!
Stanford Life Design Lab Video Series: The Odyssey Plan series
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Thanks so much for listening! <3
Learn more about Theory & Practice here.
IG - @theoryxpractice_ & @anacordera
Tik Tok - @theorynpractice

Oct 29, 2024 • 30min
50 | Three Time Management Strategies for Your Day: Maximize Your Productivity in Your Twenties
Hiiii!
Today's episode is for my girlies who feel like there aren't enough hours in the day. Trust me, there are. You just gotta manage your time better.
On the pod this week, I share the three essential time management strategies for your day. You can incorporate them into your day today.
It's not magic. It's actually very simple.
Enjoy!
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The benefits of the three time management strategies
An overview of each strategy
And how to implement each of these strategies into your life today
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Links Mentioned:
The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod
Sign up to the weekly newsletter: 2 tips on work, 2 tips on love
Want to become a more productive girlie? Click here!
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Thanks so much for listening! <3
Learn more about Theory & Practice here
IG - @theoryxpractice_
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Oct 22, 2024 • 14min
49 | The Art of Being Alone: Three Ways to Embrace Solitude in Your Twenties
Are you feeling pressured to date or find a relationship, especially during cuffing season?
If being alone scares you, listen up!!!
In this episode, I dive into the benefits of embracing solitude and why being alone is a powerful tool for personal growth, self-discovery, and confidence building.
Being alone is actually empowering so listen up to shift your mindset, appreciate alone time, and discover how loving your own company can lead to more intentional choices.
Today, I share three mindset shifts to help you embrace being single, create meaningful solitude rituals, and build a stronger sense of self.
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Why we should see solitude as a tool for personal growth and self-awareness
How to create intentional solitude rituals for self-care and reflection
The importance of building a strong sense of self during alone time
How to shift your mindset from "being alone" to "being with yourself"
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Thanks so much for listening! <3
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Oct 15, 2024 • 36min
48 | Roya Shariat: Cookbook Author & Glossier Social Impact Lead on Making Your Dreams a Reality
Hi friends,
Today’s episode is with Roya Shariat, content creator, author of the cookbook, Maman & Me, writer of the Consumed newsletter & social impact lead at Glossier.
I loved chatting with Roya about the magic that comes from pursuing your dreams.
Enjoy!
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Topics discussed:
The importance of curiosity
How to not lose sight of your childhood dreams
Take aligned action to make progress towards your dreams
How to balance a side hustle with a 9-5
The story of how Roya pitched herself to Emily Weiss for a job at Glossier
How to cultivate relationships through food & cooking
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Links Mentioned:
Buy Maman and Me here
Follow Roya Shariat on IG and Tik Tok
Subscribe to her newsletter, Consumed
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Thanks so much for listening! <3
Learn more about Theory & Practice here.
IG - @theoryxpractice_ & @anacorderaTik Tok - @theorynpractice