Theory and Practice

TW: Substance abuse, mental health, addiction In this week's episode, author, community builder, and entrepreneur, Kayla Lyons joins the pod! Kayla recently published Soberish: The Science-Based Guide to Taking your Power Back from Alcohol. We talk about her history of substance abuse and the path she eventually chose to eliminate these substances from her life and embark on a journey of well-being. Topics Discussed: Kayla's Journey to Sobriety: From School Suspensions and Court Orders to Sobriety The Impact Drugs & Alcohol had on Her Mental Health Kayla's Definition of Soberish Her Take on Binary Sobriety How to Take the First Step Forward when Re-Assessing Your Relationship with Alcohol The Importance of Goal-Setting in Sobriety Kayla's Definitions of Well-Being & Self-Discovery & more! -- Resources mentioned: - Carol Ryff's Model of Psychological Well-Being - Sam Harris: Waking Up app - Dr. Wayne Dyer - DayCount app -- Buy Soberish: https://amzn.to/48zpVWL Learn More: https://www.joinsoberish.com/ Join the Soberish Geneva Chat: https://app.geneva.com/invite/eafec33a-7eef-4fac-a0c9-c9344fbac3f7 Connect on IG - ⁠@joinsoberish -- Connect with Kayla on IG - @kaylerlyons -- Check out Theory & Practice: https://www.theorynpractice.com/ Stay up-to-date on Theory & Practice news: https://www.theorynpractice.com/subscribe IG - @theoryandpracticewellness Tik Tok - @theorynpractice -- Follow Ana: IG - @anacordera Tik Tok - @anacordera Thank you for listening!

In this week's episode, Ana shares what she learned from reading Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck and the three most important takeaways from the book. Topics discussed: Who is Carol Dweck The Growth Mindset The Fixed Mindset Ana's Experience with the Fixed Mindset  The Mindsets in the Context of Academics, Sports and Love How to Change Your Mindset & Advice for those in their 20s -- Previous Episodes of the Series: ⁠Ep 4: Drinking Games by Sarah Levy⁠ Ep 6: All About Love by bell hooks -- Books & Resources Mentioned: Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck Drinking Games by Sarah Levy All About Love by bell hooks Carol Dweck YouTube Videos: Developing a Growth Mindset The Power of Believing You Can Improve The Growth Mindset | Talks at Google -- Follow Theory & Practice: https://www.theorynpractice.com/ Stay up-to-date on Theory & Practice news: https://www.theorynpractice.com/subscribe IG - @theoryandpracticewellness Tik Tok - @theorynpractice -- Follow Ana: IG - @anacordera Tik Tok - @anacordera -- Thank you for listening!

In this week's episode, content creator and founder of Rella, Natalie Barbu shares what her self-discovery journey going from YouTube beauty guru to entrepreneur. Topics Discussed: Natalie’s entrepreneurial ventures as a teen How she started her YouTube career Why we should follow our curiosities, not our passions Starting a business out of desperation vs. genuine curiosity How Natalie founded Rella The power of a personal brand Natalie's tips for content creators Why business owners should be content creators Personal brand case study: Ghia by Melanie Masarin The connection between self-discovery & confidence & more! -- Resources mentioned: - Ghia, NA beverage founded by Melanie Masarin - The Skinny Confidential - Note to Self -- Follow Natalie: IG - @nataliebarbu Tik Tok - @nataliebarbu YouTube - Natalie Barbu X - Natalie Barbu LinkedIn - Natalie Barbu Podcast - ⁠The Real Reel⁠ More links: https://beacons.ai/nataliebarbu -- Check out Rella: Download the app: https://getrella.com/download-rella Learn more: https://getrella.com/ IG - @rellasocial Tik Tok - @rellasocial Discord - Rella -- Check out Theory & Practice: https://www.theorynpractice.com/ Stay up-to-date on Theory & Practice news: https://www.theorynpractice.com/subscribe IG - @theoryandpracticewellness Tik Tok - @theorynpractice -- Follow Ana: IG - @anacordera Tik Tok - @anacordera Thank you for listening!

In this week's episode, Ana shares what she learned from reading All About Love by bell hooks and the three most important takeaways from the book. Topics discussed: Who is bell hooks? An Overview of All About Love Ana's main takeaways from the book: Honesty, Humility, Courage How Ana came across the book Love Requires Honesty Self-Love is the Foundation of Love Love Requires Humility Love cannot thrive in a controlling environment Love Requires Courage Loving is risky Love is Resilient -- Books & Resources mentioned: All About Love by bell hooks Ep 4: Drinking Games by Sarah Levy -- Additional Reading: "⁠The Revolutionary Writing of bell hooks⁠" by Hua Hsu "⁠Remembering bell hooks and All About Love⁠" NPR -- Follow Theory & Practice: https://www.theorynpractice.com/ Stay up-to-date on Theory & Practice news: https://www.theorynpractice.com/subscribe IG - @theoryandpracticewellness Tik Tok - @theorynpractice -- Follow Ana: IG - @anacordera Tik Tok - @anacordera -- Thank you for listening!

On this week's episode, Ali Debow, co-founder of swsh, joins the pod! Ali shares more about what swsh is, her entrepreneurial journey, and more. -- Books & Resources mentioned: - A Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl - YC Library & Carta Founder Resource Center - The Economist Podcasts -- Follow Ali: IG - @alidebow X - @ali_debow LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandradebow/ Ali's writing - https://medium.com/@alexandra_88237 -- Follow swsh -  https://www.joinswsh.com/ swsh College Ambaassdor Program - https://ahead-scarer-725.notion.site/swsh-College-Ambassador-Program-981344466b304e989798a437e93d18bb IG - @joinswsh X - @joinswsh Tik Tok - @joinswsh -- Follow Theory & Practice: https://www.theorynpractice.com/ Stay up-to-date on Theory & Practice news: https://www.theorynpractice.com/subscribe IG - @theoryandpracticewellness Tik Tok - @theorynpractice -- Follow Ana: IG - @anacordera Tik Tok - @anacordera -- Thank you for listening!

In this week's episode, Ana shares what she learned from reading Drinking Games by Sarah Levy and the three most important takeaways from the book. Topics discussed: Who is Sarah Levy? Main themes of the book: Self-Discovery, Sobriety, Wellness How Sarah uncovered hidden parts of herself Sarah's relationship with alcohol Alcohol & Body Image Alcohol & Love The toxic wellness industry The three main takeaways from Drinking Games Books & Resources mentioned: Drinking Games by Sarah Levy -- Learn more about Sarah: https://www.sarahllevy.com/ Subscribe to Sarah's Newsletter: https://sarahllevy.substack.com/ Follow Sarah on IG: @sarahllevy -- Follow Theory & Practice: https://www.theorynpractice.com/ Stay up-to-date on Theory & Practice news: https://www.theorynpractice.com/subscribe IG - @theoryandpracticewellness Tik Tok - @theorynpractice -- Follow Ana: IG - @anacordera Tik Tok - @anacordera -- Thank you for listening!

On this week's episode, incoming GSB student and Harvard graduate, Rob Rush shares what it was like to go from the South Bronx to an Ivy League. We talk about: - The first-gen college experience - Rob's platform for first-gen college grads, Become What You Can't See - How Rob's elementary school counselor planted the seed of Harvard - How to decide on your educational aspirations (whether it be your major or deciding whether to pursue an MBA) - Finding and keeping mentors & the value of peer mentorship - Rob's experience opening up about his mental health - How men can encourage each other to be vulnerable & more! -- Books & Resources mentioned: - "How I Went From Dreaming About ‘Making It To 18’ To Becoming A Harvard Grad" by Rob Rush - Goodbye Things: The New Japanese Minimalism by Fumio Sasaki - Breathe: The New Science of a Lost Art by James Nestor - Headspace app - James Clear -- Follow Rob: IG - @_noneedtorush LinkedIn- Robert Rush Website: Robert Rush -- Follow Become What You Can't See: https://www.becomewhatyoucantsee.org/ IG - @becomewhatyoucantsee -- Follow Theory & Practice: https://www.theorynpractice.com/ Stay up-to-date on Theory & Practice news: https://www.theorynpractice.com/subscribe IG - @theoryandpracticewellness Tik Tok - @theorynpractice -- Follow Ana: IG - @anacordera Tik Tok - @anacordera Thank you for listening!

On this week's episode, I share about the WHY behind Theory & Practice.  Topics discussed: The personal growth formula Why self-discovery is important for those in their 20s The toxicity of "That Girl" and "My 5-9 before my 9-5" Tik Tok trends  The slippery slope of self-improvement Ana's personal experiences that led to T&P Books & Resources mentioned: Trick Mirror by Jia Tolentino -- Follow Theory & Practice: https://www.theorynpractice.com/ Stay up-to-date on Theory & Practice news: https://www.theorynpractice.com/subscribe IG - @theoryandpracticewellness Tik Tok - @theorynpractice -- Follow Ana: IG - @anacordera -- Thank you for listening!