Episode 126: Planning A Summer Micro Vacation

It’s scary to slow down, but we’re going to be taking time off from the podcast for rest and reflection as we manage life in a pandemic and many moments of change. Links in this episode: * Syd on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mindbodysyd/) * Breanna on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/bmbanford/) * Vote Save America (https://votesaveamerica.com/) Thank you for listening and we'll keep you in the loop on what's next!

In early March, we attended the “Can’t Do It All Workshop” hosted by licensed marriage and family therapist, Alaina Brubaker at Rochester Brainery. Since many of us feel trapped by pressure and expectation to do more, we're recapping her tips to organize our lives according to our values and priorities. (Originally aired 4/17/20). Links in this episode: * Brooklyn Nine-Nine on Hulu (https://www.hulu.com/series/brooklyn-nine-nine-daf48b7a-6cd7-4ef6-b639-a4811ec95232) * @Alainatalkstherapy on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/alaina_talks_therapy/) * Rochester Brainery (https://rochesterbrainery.com/) * Brene Brown: List of Values (https://daretolead.brenebrown.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Values.pdf)

Not all days off are created equal. Sometimes we need to take a PTO day to do nothing or tackle chores and appointments—a day off for no reason! We’re talking about how we all should make time off a priority for ourselves even if we’re not going on a full blown vacation and how to ask your boss for it. (Originally aired 9/20/19). Links in this episode: * NYTimes: Smarter Living newsletter (https://www.nytimes.com/newsletters/smarter-living) * Girls Night in Club: Everything You Need to Know to Take a Staycation ASAHP (As Soon As Humanly Possible) (https://girlsnightinclub.com/posts/everything-you-need-to-know-about-taking-an-effective-staycation/) * NYTimes: What to Do With a Day Off (https://www.nytimes.com/2019/09/02/smarter-living/what-to-do-with-a-day-off.html)

Your career does not define you! We discuss how we show up in other areas of our life to feel fulfilled, how to recognize those roles, and give them room to breathe. (Originally aired 2/22/19). Links in this episode: * Zen Habits: The Zen Habits Guide to Spending Your Time Intentionally (https://zenhabits.net/intentionally/) * Strengths Edge: UnlockIt Workshop (https://www.strengths-edge.com/) * Entrepreneur: Science Knows You Need to Get a Life Outside of Work. This Is How You Do It. (https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/293500) * The Cut: Your Job Can’t Be the Only Meaningful Thing in Your Life (https://www.thecut.com/article/how-to-find-meaning-outside-of-work.html) * The Everygirl: 5 Reasons Why Your Career Does Not Define Your Identity (http://theeverygirl.com/5-reasons-why-your-career-does-not-define-your-identity/) * Queen Speaking: How To Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty (https://www.queenspeaking.com/47)

Learn how to tap into your natural talents as you pursue your own career development. We share our experience taking the Gallup CliftonStrengths assessment, our top five strengths, and how they show up for us in the work we do. (Originally aired 11/9/18). Links in this episode: * Netflix: Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj (https://www.netflix.com/title/80239931) * Gallup: CliftonStrengths (https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/) * StrengthsFinder 2.0 by Tom Rath (https://amzn.to/2DmW4Wf) * CliftonStrengths Theme Domains (https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/home/en-us/cliftonstrengths-themes-domains) * Strengths-Edge Coaching (https://www.strengths-edge.com/)

We’re sharing Breanna’s top recommendations for the newsletters, magazines, blogs, books, and more! Links in this episode: * Morning Brew (https://www.morningbrew.com/) * NYTimes Smarter Living newsletter (https://www.nytimes.com/newsletters/smarter-living) * Nick Wignall’s newsletter (https://nickwignall.com/newsletter/) * Zen Habits (https://zenhabits.net/) * Anti-Racism Daily (https://www.antiracismdaily.com/) * The Kitchn (https://www.thekitchn.com/) * Skinnytaste (https://www.skinnytaste.com/) * Gimme Some Oven (https://www.gimmesomeoven.com/) * Jacey Duprie on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jaceyduprie/?hl=en) * InStyle Magazine (https://www.instyle.com/) * InStyle: Alicia Keys Is Creating the Art She — and the World — Needs Right Now (https://www.instyle.com/celebrity/alicia-keys-july-2020-cover) * Best American Food Writing 2019 (https://www.hmhbooks.com/shop/books/The-Best-American-Food-Writing-2019/9781328662255) * Magnolia Table by Joanna Gaines (https://shop.magnolia.com/products/magnolia-table-cookbook-vol-2) * Salt Fat Acid Heat by Samin Nosrat (https://www.saltfatacidheat.com/buy-book)

We’re exploring how to create content when it feels like nothing is truly original anymore — from finding your voice and values, to staying creatively inspired, and picking your lane. Links in this episode: * Zen Habits: The Lost Art of True Rest (https://zenhabits.net/resting/) * Noom (https://www.noom.com/) * Brené Brown: Values List (https://daretolead.brenebrown.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Values.pdf) * Episode 116: “Can’t Do It All” Workshop Recap (https://www.queenspeaking.com/116) * Content Inc.: How Entrepreneurs Use Content to Build Massive Audiences and Create Radically Successful Businesses by Joe Puluzzi (https://www.joepulizzi.com/books/content-inc/)

We’re sharing Syd’s top recommendations for the newsletters, magazines, blogs, books, and more! Links in this episode: * Disclosure on Netflix (http://www.disclosurethemovie.com/about) * Unlocking Us: Brené with Laverne Cox on Transgender Representation, Advocacy + the Power of Love (https://brenebrown.com/podcast/brene-with-laverne-cox-on-transgender-representation-advocacy-the-power-of-love/) * Love Life on HBO Max (https://www.hbomax.com/series/urn:hbo:series:GXrxUzQ5VqrGGtAEAAAAd) * Anti-Racism Daily (https://www.antiracismdaily.com/) * Nicole Cardoza Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/nicolecardoza) * The Broadside by Fortune (https://mynewsletters.fortune.com/the-broadside) * People Geekly by Culture Amp (https://hello.cultureamp.com/subscribe-to-the-people-geekly) * Career Contessa News (https://careercontessa.leadpages.co/subscribe/) * The Cut (https://www.thecut.com/) * Ashley C. Ford (http://www.ashleycford.net/) * Allure: Becoming Billy Porter (https://www.allure.com/story/billy-porter-art-issue-cover-interview) * Morning Reads curated by Brittany Packnett Cunningham on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17885206309173417/?hl=en) * Weekend reads curated by Lindsay Peoples Wagner on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/lpeopleswagner/?hl=en) * Wow, No Thank You, by Samantha Irby (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/576724/wow-no-thank-you-by-samantha-irby/) * Conversations with Friends by Sally Rooney (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/550263/conversations-with-friends-by-sally-rooney/) * Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng (https://www.celesteng.com/little-fires-everywhere) * The Mothers by Brit Bennett (https://britbennett.com/the-mothers) * Where Cooking Begins by Carla Lalli Music (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/566656/where-cooking-begins-by-carla-lalli-music/)

A question we ask ourselves: What makes someone an adult? Traditionally, it’s a mix of milestones reached, but what if it’s also perspective gained or owning your choices? We’re digging into how we’re feeling about adulthood, and perhaps creating our own definition. Links in this episode: * Episode 126: Planning A Summer Micro Vacation (https://www.queenspeaking.com/126) * Career Contessa: Using Your Strengths to Discover Your Activism (https://www.careercontessa.com/advice/choosing-your-activism/)

As we head into summer, we’re sharing our favorite TV shows to stream and what we’re watching right now. Links in this episode: * American Housewife on Hulu (https://www.hulu.com/series/american-housewife-df990685-cf5a-4b52-9ce3-7e841f72d02d) * Fresh Prince of Bel Air on HBO Max (https://www.hbomax.com/series/urn:hbo:series:GXdLWQgqPHKXCPQEAAAxk) * Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam C.J. Walker on Netflix (https://www.netflix.com/title/80202462) * Dear White People on Netflix (https://www.netflix.com/title/80095698) * Gossip Girl on Netflix (https://www.netflix.com/title/70143811) * Central Park on Apple+ (https://tv.apple.com/us/show/central-park/umc.cmc.4qe3i11erof30x0vz8nwnjkw3) * Normal People on Hulu (https://www.hulu.com/series/normal-people-57048262-2ca5-41ee-9b57-53bb9b9e1596) * Never Have I Ever on Netflix (https://www.netflix.com/title/80179190) * Run on HBO (https://www.hbo.com/run) * Vanity Fair: The Naked Truth: Inside Normal People’s Explicit Sex Scenes (https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2020/05/normal-people-sex-scenes-intimacy-coordinator-interview)