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To the question above, the answer is whenever and if ever YOU want. That’s also exactly what Kristina Borrelli, founder of Skin Design Aesthetics, will tell you too. Kristina is a PA who opened her own Med Spa after years working in the Emergency Room. Cosmetic medicine has always been her dream, but what makes her so special is she’ll never force it to be yours. She explains the real difference between Botox and Fillers plus some alternative uses for these treatments that you may not already know!

It’s time for another much needed round up! Marwa Osman, the brains behind Boston Food List, is here to spill her secrets on where to dine in Beantown for all your favorite occasions.

If you’ve ever questioned what your hormones do, how your diet can aid mental health or if you just want to learn more about your cycle… listen up! Kristen Ciccolini, host of The Lunar Body podcast and founder of Good Witch Kitchen, is a functional nutritionist who is breaking down all of this for you. This is definitely an episode you’ll want to take notes on :)

Mary Blank, now a successful hospitality and tourism photographer, didn't have access to a camera until she was 16 (and that was only a flip phone)! Making the decision to leave her Amish upbringing opened up doors and opportunities that she previously had only imagined. This week is really all about listening to your gut and finding what brings you peace, even if that means you may have to disappoint others who don't have the capacity to understand.

The last 2 years we’ve all gotten pretty comfy in our sweatpants, which makes actually putting together an outfit somewhat challenging. On top of that, fashion trends aren’t always realistic for everyone. Luckily, Nikoleta Liratonakis - founder of Styled by Nikoleta - is here to teach us how to maximize our closets, where to shop & what accessories we need.

It’s Manel Monday! Tracy’s friend and musician Derek Vautrinot drops into the studio on a break from life on the road as a musician. We talk about soft launching, sliding into the DMs and how soon is too soon to DTR. Follow Derek Vautrinot: @derekvautrinot Follow Thirty Flirty Surviving: @thirtyflirtysurviving

If you ask Jacqueline Guelli, the founder of gender neutral, plant based skincare line Jax (soon to be Guel!) the secret to good skin is keeping your routine simple. Less is more when it comes to choosing the products that are right for you. In this week's episode we break down the steps you can take for success, debunk a few myths and talk through the exciting company rebrand which you can expect late summer!

Life can be a bit hectic most days, but keeping your space in order helps make anyone feel less overwhelmed. The problem is: getting a functional system in place (because let’s face it, that can end up being more daunting than the original tasks)! To give you the solid foundation you need, Molly Heartfield started her organizing company Heart & Co. From decluttering to designing aesthetically pleasing details Heart & Co. does it all. Listen to this week’s episode to learn everything you need to know.

Timing is everything, and no one can attest to that more than this week’s guest - Haley Joy Page. Sometimes you have to bake your talent just like you would your setting powder and that’s exactly what this Boston based MUA did! The days of prom makeup lead her to big name clientele and it was all worth the wait.

She models, she’s a photographer, she recently became a wifey, and on top of all that - she’s CEO. Molly Curley, founder of Molly J the Label, is the woman of the hour this week. Hear her describe her journey to creating a successful and inclusive swimwear brand, plus how she’s expanding from eComm to TWO pop up locations this summer!

We’ve heard it time and time again that the best relationships can stem from friendships, but is that really true? Tracy and Hurley talk through whether or not they think it’s possible for guys and girls to be besties and if why that could lead to a long lasting romance. Disclaimer: Hurley was not harassed in the making of this episode.

Tracy returns to the studio from her Hawaiian vacation and gives you all her recommendations for traveling to the islands. Plus, a little pop culture chat on what's been going on while she was away.

Tracy's friend and hair stylist, Christina Ghella, owner of The Parlour Stylist salon, shares her story of how she went from working for a company for 9 years to being an independent business owner. The girls also discuss Christina's favorite products, the do's and don'ts of haircare and some tips for maintaining your luscious locks.

How can I get the most out of my 20s? In the first episode of our How to be the Post-College G.O.A.T. series, we talk about how trying, failing, and trying again is the recipe for success in the decade of your 20s.

Paul's Outline for the 20s

• The 20s: Experimenting, trying lots of different things and styles, figuring out strengths and weaknesses
• Mantra: What different arenas and what different styles of operating and leading can I experiment with?
• Practices
  1. Work hard on sexual purity and lean hard into God’s grace if and when you fail
  2. Develop a good devotional life that will build a foundation for a lifetime
  3. Success is not as critical as experiencing and experimenting; fail well and often
  4. Develop a few potentially life-long friendships
  5. Be proactive about your future.  Don’t wait to be invited.  Seek opportunities.
  6. At the same time, start reading C.S. Lewis’ The Inner Ring once a year.
  7. Invest all you are able into your retirement plan; get free money if it’s matched!
  8. If you are an ethnic minority:
  • If you’re mainly in an ethnic specific setting, move beyond and vice-versa.
  • Start figuring out how your ethnicity impacts your personhood/ leadership. It's part of Emotional Intelligence but not always included.
  • Figure out where you are on Kitano/Daniels assimilation/ethnic identity chart.

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To kick off Mental Health Awareness Month, Tracy's BFF and board-certified therapist Monica Williams joins the show to answer questions about the misconceptions of mental health, why a 360 approach is important, and share her personal recommendations on making small steps to improve your well-being. Be kind to yourself, your mental health matters.

If you've ever wondered about what goes on behind the scenes, Big Night Media's producer Peter aka HRLY, goes into detail on everything he does for the show! Tracy and Peter also discuss dating, music, and play a few games. How does he feel about being on this end of the camera? Listen to find out... Follow Thirty, Flirty & Surviving: @thirtyflirtysurviving Follow Tracy: @tracyscherm Follow HRLY: @hrlymusic

Some beauty trends come and go, but others are a bit more...permanent. Owner of Beauty Mark Ink, Lauren Sciarappa, is a certified permanent makeup artist and she's here to tell you everything you need to know if considering microblading or lip tattooing. The process is a lot less scary than you think! This option is all about enhancing your natural beauty and cutting down the time it takes to get ready - so you can get out the door and seize the day while putting your best foot (or should I say eyebrow?) forward. Follow Beauty Mark Ink: @beautymark_ink Follow Thirty Flirty Surviving: @thirtyflirtysurviving

If you listened to Episode 29, Tracy's a big believer in taking pictures whenever you can. Lucky for us, Boston photographer Rachel Lehman sits down with TFS this week to chat all about turning her love for photography into her full time job, what camera you need to get the best shot, and of course - how to get the right light to capture those picture perfect moments!

If you’ve ever found yourself unsure of where to have dinner in the city, this episode is for you! Ayla and Alyssa of “Hoots in Cahoots” are doing God’s work for the thirty-something year olds of Boston who have outgrown the usual suspects and are looking for more age-appropriate options. There’s also a lot of hot tips for the MEN this week…thank me later. Follow Thirty Flirty and Surviving: @thirtyflirtysurviving Follow Hoots In Cahoots: @hootsincahoots hoo.be/thirtyflirtysurviving

To celebrate turning 31, Tracy takes on her first solo episode, listing out her favorite pieces of advice. This super-sized spin on ‘Dear TFS’ highlights some crucial life lessons, as she opens up on a few personal stories as well. Cheers to the next 30 years!