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We all need a friend we can talk to about anything. But it’s not always easy to find people who are willing to open up about pretty much anything. Allow me to be that friend. This is a podcast where no topic is off-limits, and we swap judgment for aiming to understand and relate to each other. Let’s just talk about life--the messy parts, and the pretty parts, and the in-between. We’ll talk self-love, mental health, relationships, body image, and so much more! Have a topic you wanna bring on? Pitch your idea to me over on Instagram @laurenmkendrick.
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Thursday Sep 19, 2024
Thursday Sep 19, 2024
You know how some things in life can bring up insecurities you thought you'd overcome? Like getting back into the dating world for the first time in a while. Or trying a new hobby. Or job hunting after being out of work for a while (or just getting your first job). That's been me lately. I've started looking for work as I make my way through a divorce, and let me tell ya--it's not for the faint of heart. BUT the good news is there are so many resources to help prepare. And it helps to have a community of supportive people that love me and see the best in me. They genuinely keep me afloat. So in this episode, I'm sharing my past history with finding jobs, how that's changed this time around, and what I did to prepare for my most recent job interview.
Much like anything scary in life--there is so much to learn! And this experience has been no different. So come hang out with me while I share all the ups and downs of being on a job hunt. Hopefully you'll learn a thing or two :) If you wanna talk about it, come find me on Instagram! I'm @laurenmkendrick.
Oh, and here are some of the YouTube videos I watched to help me prepare:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOpVzPapMws
https://youtu.be/prW5jqJ6xwA?si=-sgMgajKZIQd3cns
https://youtu.be/IV30jAw7dxA?si=xYQUr189_pfGI1n6
https://youtu.be/-QXAG3AT1p0?si=8zdFUyJi8gQXnv34
https://youtu.be/fYHR0KgnGHU?si=y0HqC6m2_h7or5jX
Talk to you soon!
Lauren
Tuesday May 07, 2024
Ep. 155: Let's Talk Making Friends in Your 30's or After Moving to a New Place
Tuesday May 07, 2024
Tuesday May 07, 2024
Let's be real-making friends at any phase in life is intimidating. Especially as you get older and have more on your plate, or after moving a few states, across the country, or even across the world. I think we've all heard the advice on where to find friends (joining clubs, work, school, etc.), but how do you cultivate the right mindset to attract healthy friendships? Let's talk about it!
After listening, I'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode. You can reach out to me on IG @laurenmkendrick. Can't wait to hear from you!
Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Ep. 154-Let's Talk Self-Validation
Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Do you ever feel insecure about your weight, how you think others perceive you, etc.? Because, same. Recently, I haven't been feeling pretty--and I know how trivial that sounds. But (especially as women) we think about our appearance so often. To the point where we're willing to spend thousands of dollars and torture ourselves just to look a certain way. But what truly makes us beautiful, and how can we learn to validate ourselves when we feel insecure about how we look? Let's discuss. You can always reach out and tell me your thoughts about this episode by connecting with me on Instagram @laurenmkendrick. Love you!
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Ep. 153: Let's Talk Vulnerability and Oversharing
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Is it hard for you to open up to people, or does it come naturally? For me, it's a mixture of both. People often ask how I'm able to be so vulnerable--especially with how much I share on this podcast, and how much I used to share on social media. And honestly? I do it so I feel less alone, and in hopes that you'll feel less alone too. How can you tell the difference between being vulnerable and oversharing? Let's talk about it! Dive into the episode and share your thoughts with me on Instagram @laurenmkendrick. Can't wait to hear from you!
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Ep. 152-Embracing Platonic Love and Women Friendships
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
As women, we're conditioned to prime ourselves for romantic love. So much so that when we struggle to find a long-term romantic partner, we think there's something wrong with us. But what about platonic love? The intimacy we share with our girls through laughter, secrets, asking for advice, and so much more. I wouldn't be where I am today without my female friendships, and I'm curious to know if you feel the same. You can share your experiences with me on Instagram @laurenmkendrick. Can't wait to hear your thoughts on the episode!
Monday Mar 04, 2024
Ep. 151: Let's Talk Times When you Feel "Meh"
Monday Mar 04, 2024
Monday Mar 04, 2024
You ever have those days or weeks where you're just in a funk? And you just wanna hide away, but you still have to show up as if everything is fine. I experience them more often than I'd like to admit, but over time I've learned how to support myself through it. So let's talk about it.
I'd love to hear your experience with the life lows and how you get yourself through it. You can find me on Instagram @laurenmkendrick. I'd love to hear from you!
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Ep. 150: Let's Talk Body Image
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Body image and how comfortable we feel in our skin is such an individual journey. We come from a multitude of experiences that shape the way we feel, and that often leads to struggling to accept the body we're in. In this episode, let's talk about some of the things that impact how we relate to our own bodies, and think about others.
Give it a listen and if you want to connect to me further, you can find me on Instagram @laurenmkendrick. Enjoy!
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Supporting your Mental Health & Reigniting your Commitment to Self-Love
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
In this episode, I share my current mental health challenges and ways I support myself through it. I also talk about the importance of developing an external support system, because as much as we try to convince ourselves--we can't do it alone.
I'd love for you to reach out to me anytime with thoughts or questions on the episode, or just to connect. You can find me on IG @laurenmkendrick.
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
How I Stay Consistent with my Gym Routine
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
Do you ever think about those people that make working out look SO easy? I used to look at people like that and think that were born with some gene or level of discipline I lacked. Until I became one of them--my gym journey spans over 15 years, and I can now say showing up to the gym is effortless for me. In fact, I feel so lost without my daily workouts! So what changed? Listen to this episode to find out, and let me know your thoughts over on Instagram (@laurenmkendrick). Love you!
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Ep. 147: My Anniversary Trip to Bali
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Let's talk about my recent trip to Bali! My husband and I celebrated our 3 year wedding anniversary with a 4 night stay at a villa, and a 4 night stay at a family-friendly resort. Which option would I recommend, and what other fun stuff did we do in Bali? Listen to the episode to find out! Afterward, you can catch me on Insta @laurenmkendrick to tell me about your travel experience or to ask for links, tips, etc. Talk to you soon!