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How Much of Our Mental Health Is Genetic? Selfie Podcast Episode 179

August 11, 2021

Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio BJ answers a listener question: How much does a parent's mental health issues contribute to their child’s? Kristen talks about her fun but exhausting nomadic summer and Roo shares about her disappointing LASIK journey. In this episode we also talk about: Cocobaba Coconut Body Oil   MELIXIR Vegan Lip Butter in Nude Cracker  Cordless Jump Rope Glossier Ultralip Melonsun Deep Tissue Massage Tool Thumb . . .

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Time Tracking and Break Breaks + Internet Safety for Kids | Selfie Podcast Episode 178

August 4, 2021

Roo shares how she is tracking her time to give her brain breaks throughout the day. Kristen and Roo answer a listener question about how to help kids who do not understand cause and effect with internet safety. “It’s like they need their own 24 hour tech support,” this mom said. Ugh. We agree. In this episode we also talk about: TimerCaps  mDesign Home Storage Bins Office Storage Organizer Bin  Mrs Smith Spy School for Girls.  Chanel mirror Organifi creates delicious . . .

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Pandemic Mental Health + Our Favorite Clothing Brands + Teaching Self-Compassion to Kids | Selfie Podcast Episode 177

July 28, 2021

We are talking about the pandemic mental health crisis with Dr. Sarb Johal, an expert in emergency management and disaster psychology and author of Steady: A Guide to Better Mental Health Through and Beyond the Coronavirus Pandemic. We also discuss our favorite clothing brands and Kristen’s Everlywell food allergy test results, and BJ talks about how to teach self-compassion to our kids. In this episode we also talked about: Grove Collective at Target Dashing Diva Nail Gels Coola . . .

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Couples Sleeping in Seperate Beds: Is It Bad? + Banishing Burnout | Selife Podcast Episode 176

July 21, 2021

Today we are talking with Janice Litvin, author of the new book the Banish Burnout Toolkit, about understanding our stress response patterns, and BJ is answering a listener question about couples who don't sleep in the same bed. In this episode we also talked about: Mare of Eastown LONDONTOWN Illuminating Nail Concealer ‎WaterMinder on the App Store Sock Drawer Organizer   Thrive Causemetics is a clean beauty brand with skin-loving ingredients that not only highlight . . .

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The Teacher Burnout Crisis + Acceptance for Psych Meds: Selfie Podcast Episode 175

June 9, 2021

Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio What is the impact of burnout on teachers, and how can it trickle down to students and our communities?  We are talking with Stanford professor Greg Hammer about post-pandemic burnout and how to center ourselves. BJ answers a community question about needing psychotropic medications to function, and how to get out of guilt about a brain that needs meds. In this episode we also talked about: Gain without Pain: . . .

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Matthew Paul Turner on His New Book with Rachel Held Evans + How to Find a Good Therapist for Kids | Selfie Podcast Episode 174

June 2, 2021

Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio Matthew Paul Turner joins us to talk about the new book he completed with our late friend Rachel Held Evans, and we chat about our memories of her. BJ gives advice on finding a good therapist for kids.  In this episode we also talk about: What Is God Like? by Rachel Held Evans and Matthew Paul Turner Jordans Skinny Syrups Sugar Free Blueberry Lavender Sencha Green Tea Powder Decaf 30 Single Serving . . .

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Unlocking the Metabolism Mystery + Talking to Kids About Sex : Selfie Episode 173

May 25, 2021

Lacey Dunn, author of The Women's Guide to Hormonal Harmony, helps us understand how to make sense of declines in metabolism. BJ gives advice on how to talk to kids about sex. In this episode we also talked about: Bee's Knees Lavendar + Honeysuckle Cocktail Kit African Dream Foods Safari Smoke Seasoning and Brai BBQ Theanine for sleep Ouai Hair Oil It can be really hard to know what vitamins or supplements you should be taking, but Care/of makes it easy with an online quiz . . .

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Community Care for Teen Moms + Gender and Emotional Load | Selfie Podcast Episode 172

May 19, 2021

Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio Nicole Lynn Lewis, author of the new memoir Pregnant Girl, talks to us about community care for teen moms and young families. Roo and Kristen discuss their kids getting the vaccines and BJ talks on the gender gap and why women tend to carry a greater emotional load. In this episode we also talked about:  Generation Hope Pregnant Girl: A Story of Teen Motherhood, College, and Creating a Better Future for . . .

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The Gift of Rejection + Victimhood vs. Victimization: Selfie Podcast Episode 171

May 12, 2021

Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio Jessica Bacal, author of the new book The Rejection That Changed My Life, helps us normalize rejection, and shares what she learned interviewing powerful women about their own rejections. BJ talks about the difference between victimhood and victimization.  In this episode we talk about: Waxelene Mychelle Ultra Hyaluronic Hydrating Cream - Hyaluronic Acid, Plant Stem Cells, Blue Lotus, Rose Petals, and . . .

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What Is Adrenal Fatigue + Building Back Our Social Muscles | Selfie Podcast Episode 170

May 4, 2021

Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio Nupeutics Health’s Bernadette Judge helps us understand adrenal fatigue and how to treat it.,Roo talks about sucking at transitions, Kristen talks about the relief of having kids back in school, and BJ helps us figure out how to build back our post-pandemic friendship muscles and dormant social skills. In this episode we also talked about: Washable Reusable Mask Carrying Cases  Watermelon CBD Gummies We . . .

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Writer. Lapsed psychotherapist. Fan of awkward talks about race & religion. ​Social justice advocate. ​S​​killed catastrophizer. ​Travel enthusiast. ​Could probably beat you in a showtunes sing-off. [READ MORE]

Self-professed workaholic. Self-care luddite. Typical-ass creative. Chaotic Good. Got a passion for accessibility and a Diet Coke habit she just can’t quit. [READ MORE]

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