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Disconnected: The Illusion Of Online Friendships
With the world increasingly moving towards virtual, most of us have developed online connections of some kind. But how real are your online friendships? And are we placing too much value and trust in people we've never seen in person? Discover why it might be...
Aiko Smith On Using Mindfulness And Self-Care As An Act Of Resistance
Mindfulness is all about taking a moment to pay attention to what’s going on with you. But how does looking into yourself impact the world outside? In this episode, mindfulness coach and keynote speaker Aiko Smith joins host Whitney Lauritsen to share that...
Coming To My Senses
In this digital age, consuming information has never been easier and faster. With everyone vying for attention and following, creators are forced to produce content based on public consensus. However, embracing this mindset forces you to meet unrealistic...
Finding Fabulous: Embracing Your Seasons Of Brokenness
How do you find fabulous during your seasons of brokenness? Whitney Lauritsen welcomes Marisa Zeppieri-Caruana, a national speaker and the founder of LupusChick.com Nonprofit. Marisa defines “fabulous” as being utterly in love and confident in who you are at...
Parasomnia: Getting To The Bottom Of My Sleep Disorder And Overcoming It
Parasomnia is a sleep disorder that pertains to unusual behavior or experiences while sleeping that are often disruptive. For today's episode, Whitney Lauritsen shares her personal journey with the condition and how she's getting to the bottom of it. From...
Sleep Study: How Better Sleep Impacts The Quality Of Your Life With James Swanwick
Have you ever noticed how not getting enough sleep makes you disoriented and cranky? Sleep is critical for efficiency, but it tends to be the first thing we neglect. Learn how to get better sleep as Swanwick co-founder James Swanwick joins Whitney Lauritsen to...
Negotiating The Complexities Of Free Speech
Both censorship and misinformation can feel like threats to public health and democracy. Last month, members of the broader scientific community issued an open letter to Spotify. The community asked them to take down Joe Rogan Experience episodes that spread...
Shame Resiliency And The Ability To Be Human Together With Kyira Wackett
Shame is the feeling that you’re not enough. It is what holds us back from being where we most want to be. Whitney Lauritsen’s guest in this episode helps us overcome this hurdle by developing shame resiliency. She sits down with Kyira Wackett, a passionate...
How To Be A Human Being, Not A Statue
"I, for one, am so happy to be a human being, not a statue" ~ Alok Criticism is part and parcel of life as a content creator. When we show up for others, when we invite a back and forth, we also open the door for criticism. Yet, a lot of people do not seem to...