Shit Just Got Real

Welcome back!! In today's episode, Check in Chicken Dinner, your hosts Alina Gutierrez and Taylor Dini dive deep into the power of words and affirmations. They discuss the delicate balance between sincere compliments and excessive praise, sharing their personal preferences when it comes to receiving validation. 

Vulnerability and the importance of feeling understood are also explored, as they discuss inner child healing and the impact of abandonment wounds on relationships. Fear of being left and the need to remain open to love are touched upon, reminding us of our own worthiness. 

But that's not all. Alina and Taylor introduce a new concept called "check in chicken dinner," a practice of checking in with ourselves and loved ones. They delve into the habit of automatically responding with "I'm fine" when asked about our well-being, and why it's crucial to truly reflect on how we're doing. 

Journaling is highlighted as a therapeutic practice for checking in and relieving stress, with Alina recommending the practice of "morning pages." The hosts also take a deep dive into the therapeutic benefits of a clean and organized environment, discussing the relationship between internal and external clutter and the power of creating flow in our homes. 

They remind us of the importance of staying focused on our own journeys and not letting outside opinions influence our path to success. Throughout the episode, Alina and Taylor share personal anecdotes, moments of reflection, and humorous exchanges that will leave you feeling understood, inspired, and grateful. Grab your headphones and get ready for an episode that will make you rethink the importance of self-care. 

Let's dive in!

With love,
A + T

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Welcome back to another captivating episode of "Shit Just Got Real". Hosts Alina Gutierrez and Taylor Dini dive into the intricacies of embracing a new mindset in relationships, the soft girl era. 

Get ready for an enlightening conversation as they share recent experiences and offer valuable insights on self-reflection, vulnerability, and the importance of setting early expectations. 

They encourage listeners to overcome their fears and engage in uncomfortable conversations to foster authentic relationships. It's hard, but so worth it!  This episode is a must-listen for those seeking a healthy approach to relationships and the nuances of opening up emotionally.

KEY TOPICS:

I. Approaching uncomfortable conversations 
- Understanding the potential outcomes 
- Being prepared to handle the conversation maturely 
- Maintaining emotional range 

II. Addressing someone who is still admired and considered a friend 
- Importance of not completely closing the door on the person 
- Acknowledging their potential role in one's life 

III. Dating mindset and setting expectations 
- Discussing changes in approach to dating
 - Importance of setting standards and communicating value in relationships 
- Avoiding partners who won't commit or don't treat you well 

IV. Dependency in relationships 
- The difference between healthy dependence and codependency 
- Experiencing hyper-independence and questioning its implications 
- Trusting and depending on people in our lives 

V. Vulnerability and communication 
- The difficulty of being vulnerable and having uncomfortable conversations 
- The importance of vulnerability in building meaningful relationships 
- Avoiding false promises and seeking clarity in relationships 

VI. Pursuing meaningful relationships 
- Acknowledging potential pain and disappointment in the search 
- Setting personal values and boundaries to find compatible partners 
- Rejecting casual encounters in favor of meaningful connections 

VII. Emotional processes and growth 
- Relationship experiences that led to personal growth 
- Learning to let someone love you and fostering emotional openness 
- Struggles with vulnerability and expressing feelings 

VIII. Balancing grief and learning from losses 
- Alina's approach of finding the positive and learning from bad experiences 
- The difficulty of processing emotions after heartbreak 
- Remaining vulnerable in the face of pain and trauma 

IX. Investing effort and intention in relationships 
- Reflecting on past relationship patterns and self-reflection 
- Rediscovering the desire for deep, thoughtful relationships 
- Being clear with oneself and others about desires and intentions 

X. Temptations and the risk of reverting to old habits 
- Friends warning against falling back into past behaviors -
 Amusing friends' ability to predict one's behavior 
- Resisting the temptation to revert to old habits for intentional relationships 

XI. Balancing criteria with humanity in partner selection 
- Overlooking potential connections due to rigid criteria 
- Considering the humanity of individuals beyond checkboxes

With love,
A + T

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Welcome back to another episode of Shit Just Got Real. In this episode, hosts Alina Gutierrez and Taylor Dini delve deep into the essential topic of our shared humanity. With thought-provoking conversations and personal reflections, they remind us all of the importance of empathy, understanding, and kindness in our interactions with others. As they explore the power of acknowledging each individual's journey, they shed light on the significant impact our actions can have on someone's life. Join us as we uncover the need to move beyond labels and connect on a genuine human level. Get ready to be inspired to approach every encounter with grace, love, and compassion. This episode will challenge you to reevaluate your perspective and remind you that, at the end of the day, we are all human beings deserving of respect.

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Hi everyone! Taylor and Alina here, bringing you another episode of Shit Just Got Real. We know it's been a while, and trust us, we feel your abandonment fears (we’re annoyed with our own bulls*** too), but we're back and ready to dive deep into why we took a hiatus from the podcast.

In this episode, we tackle the reasons behind our big break. From the fear of getting everything you've ever wanted taken away to the illusion of needing to be in control, we explore the emotional rollercoaster that led to our hiatus and the lessons we've learned along the way. It's a raw and honest conversation that will resonate with anyone who's ever felt like an imposter in the pursuit of their passions and is an active self-sabotager or perfectionist.

We open up about the challenges we faced during our time off, and how we conquered the fear of pursuing our passions. Let's just say, it involved some major soul-searching, self-discovery, and questioning what truly defines us. We also delve into the complexities of asking for help, the weight of always having the answers, and the beauty of shared experiences.

But that's not all! We touch on the power of surrounding ourselves with like-minded individuals who support our most authentic selves, the liberating effect of breaking free from old habits and people-pleasing, and the importance of incorporating rest periods into our lives. Plus, we unveil the story behind the inception of our podcast, the hurdles we faced, and the unwavering passion that keeps us going.

Join us as we navigate the twists and turns of personal growth, challenge the toxic notion of perfectionism, and encourage each other (and you) to embrace imperfections as part of our journey. We believe in the power of vulnerability, and our goal is to create a healing space for both us and our listeners.

We promise you an episode that's equal parts thought-provoking, relatable, and inspiring. It's time to break free from the limitations we've imposed on ourselves and embrace the unknown. Buckle up, because Shit Just Got Real is back, and we're going full speed ahead! THANK YOU for your continuous support, and get ready for an episode that will make you question everything. But like, in a good way :) 

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A + T

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Happy Valentine's Day!!!!

The Shit Just Got Real team loves love. We root for it, we crave it, we embrace it, sometimes we even fear it...How do I know when that someone is THE one? How do I know if I really am ready for love? How the heck do I even get started? 

This week's episode we cover all things love. Past relationships, successes, failures, growth, joy, heartbreak, and discovering how to embody the love we want so badly to receive. Join us, once again, to explore the ins and outs of relationships and challenge yourself on just how ready for love you might be!

We contemplated giving you guys some juicier details in this episode's bio but we cover so much this week that we decided we will let you all see for yourselves.

With love,
A & T

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With love,
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Ever felt like the weight of your friendships was all on you?  When does your friends seeking advice turn into constant complaining? Has setting boundaries made you feel like a "bad friend"? We've been there guys - Alina is currently going through it actually! Listen to us talk about the mental toll it can take when you forget to put yourself and your boundaries first. As a reminder, you can't help your friends when you forget to help yourself first. Set those boundaries and do it unapologetically - because there's nothing to feel sorry about for putting your needs above everyone else. 

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With love,
Alina and Taylor <3

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Welcome the heck back to season 3 of SHIT JUST GOT REAL!!! Join hosts Alina and Taylor for another wild season, where life gets real and shit gets even realer. If you've been here before (love that), you've probably noticed our near year hiatus. It means the world to us to see you all back and listening! In our first episode back, we tackle a rollercoaster of a topics that we’ll dive into this season. We cover just how real our shit got in 2022, how we dealt with it (still dealing with it?), why we ghosted you (and everyone else), and how we are using those experiences for growth, laughs, healing, nonsense & MORE come 2023.

As always, we love to hear from you! Shit is about to get even more real this season...

With love,

Alina and Taylor

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WOW, 2021. As we kick off the new year a SPIRAL of reflections come rushing in on all that has happened over the last year. We are thrilled to be back in 2022 with our nonsense turned up!!! This week's episode we really dive into reflecting on our last 365 days as we begin navigating the blueprint we've created for the next year. 

We identify the extra weight we have been carrying, acknowledge it, and leave it to rest in 2021. We look back on memories (like Alina's birthday...lol...) and what we got out of them. We look forward toward all the projects we have planned for ourselves (and you guys). 

As always, we love to hear from you! Shit is about to get even more real this season...

With love,
Alina and Taylor

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A + T

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"Who do I think I am to pursue this opportunity?"
"This is too good to be true"

These thoughts have one thing in common, they're a form of how we self-sabotage while on our journey towards happiness. In this week's episode, we talk about the many ways that self-sabotage shows up in our minds + lives.  The fear of failure, procrastination, and feelings of being undeserving are all normal BUT we're here to remind you that failure leads you to grow in a number of ways if you choose to see the lesson, and most importantly that you deserve the world kidsssss.

Love, 
A+T  

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Do you know what it truly means to forgive? In this episode, we're talking about all things forgiveness. Listen to us chat about how forgiveness is ultimately for your own peace of mind, understanding that "hurt people, hurt people", learning to move gently with yourself + others during turbulent situations, and some of Alinas most recent experiences (or even realizations) when she had to admit she was in the wrong.
XO

T+A 
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A + T

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Welcome back to Shit Just Got Real!

In this week's episode we discuss all that we a grateful for (and not so grateful for), holiday traditions, uncomfortable conversations and even more uncomfortable family members, relationships during the holidays, and MORE. 

We love hearing from you!

XO
A + T

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A + T

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YOU GUYS!!!! We miss you. Shit Just Got Real is back! We are navigating a new season of growth (along with a bunch of other sh*t) and we are bringing you along for the ride. We are kicking off this new series, a new episode, and a major reset on 11.11; and it is fitting. Our goal is to resonate and engage with all of you whom are listening and we really feel like this episode does that. 

We talk all things growth, gratitude, habits to make and habits to break, struggles, reflection, and we finish the episode with a manifestation and gratitude meditation. We are so happy to be back (insert sobbing emoji). 

Stay tuned for next weeks episode on this coming WEDNESDAY. We love you. A&T

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Link to the full, 2 hour, meditation from this episode //  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqPzxvbpJpc

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We're back with an episode on us women & how we make our first move or don't in some cases! Listen to our personal experiences as of late as well as tips on how to be okay with the possibility of rejection because if we're being realistic, we won't always make 100% of the shots we take. BUT we'll never know unless we try it in the first place. We asked you guys for some feedback with what you think works too, so take a listen & don't forget to follow us on social @shitjustgotrealpodcast <3  



LOVE 
A+T 

    

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Financial literacy is the ability to understand and use various financial skills, including personal financial management, budgeting, and investing.

Welcome back to Shit's Just Got Real. This week we are talking about that MONEYYY!! Why is that we get so uncomfortable with this subject? This episode dives into our first hand experiences navigating financial stability and how we have learned the importance of cultivating financial confidence. Living pay check to pay check is tiring. Climbing credit is tiring. This doe not have to be you. We hope this episode inspires a change in your relationship with money and/or inspires conversation.

Stay tuned!

With love,
T & A

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Hi yaaa'll ! 

We're back this week for an episode on Happiness! You know when you really really want something and then you get it, but it doesn't fulfill you the way you thought it would? That's what we're talking about. One of us just went through this so we're dissecting how it all went down and what the next steps are!  Listen to us chat about time and how valuable it truly is, acknowledging that our interests and goals change daily, & how to navigate these emotions when and if this happens to you! 


Love A+T

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Nobody told us breaking up with a friend would be easy but sis, it can be worth it + necessary. In this week's episode, we cover friendship breakups, our personal experiences, and how to navigate them. Some people come into your life for a limited time or even for a lesson. Your gut will let you know when it's time to let that shit go. Take a listen because SHIT JUST GOT REAL.


With Revolving Love, 
A+T


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Shit Just Got Real is back!

We appreciate all of the continued support thus far. For those who reached out about where we were, it meant the world. This podcast is a home for us to express our thoughts, feelings and experiences and I guess you could say we were going through a bit of a quarter life crisis?

Yea..we will talk about that. This week's episode dives into the period of uncertainty, questioning, and intense soul searching during your mid-20s to early 30s. Often, people experience this uncertainty because they feel trapped, uninspired and disillusioned. We talk about our journey of acceptance, patience and reconnecting with ourselves. The biggest conclusion wee came to was that all signs were screaming at us to get back on this pod!

This episode is a little bit of everything.; life, success, failure, holding ourselves accountable, communication, vulnerability, what we've been up to while we were gone..

Welcome back to Shit Just Got Real!!!

Taylor & Alina 

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Welcome back to SHIT JUST GOT REAL! Exiting Mental Health week we wanted to dive deeper into what mental health means to us. We cover our experiences both personally and with loved ones; and how we have dealt/are dealing with these struggles. This week's episode aims to normalize the conversations surrounding mental health. Check on your loved ones. Make sure your friends are ok.  Know it is OK not to be ok, don't let the cliche fool you!

If you or a loved one is struggling or considering suicide, help is available 24 hours. 800-273-8255

We love you! Love, T + A

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The journey to self discovery is not always achieved the moment we look to understand ourselves more. Rome wasn't built in a day. We decided to prioritize this topic this week because we've realized just how many women do not not know their own bodies; What does your vagina (vulva*) look like? Where is the anatomy of it located? What makes you feel good? If we don't know the answer to this question, how can we expect our partners too? We talk about the fake orgasm and how detrimental it can be to your sexual experiences. There is no shame in not climaxing. A large part of why we don't is because of shame...Because we are in our own heads.

We talk about how there is NO SUCH THING as a perfect vagina because they were not designed to fit a societal norm. Your vagina is yours. When we understand ourselves internally and externally we can live more fulfilling lives in and out of the bedroom! PLUS some personal details about Taylor and Alina's journeys toward discovering their own bodies. 

We are so happy you are here and SO happy to be back!!! 

All love,

Taylor and Alina

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We're back with an episode on Spring cleaning! No, we don't mean the literal form, more of the sweeping away negative relationships, saying adios to bad habits, and making room for all of the good to enter our lives type of Spring cleaning! 

TIPS ON:
Journaling
Dropping bad habits
Letting go 
Planning ahead 
Practicing more Gratitude 
 Building more positive relationships 
HEAL HEAL HEAL 
Kicking negative thoughts to the curb 
Changing your perspective
Moving your body 
Finding me time & things that bring you joy  

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A + T

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