Nourish + Flourish

Since this is our last episode, we thought it only fitting to take a look back at our year in podcasting. Join us as we reflect on what the past year, sharing our biggest lessons as well as the biggest gifts, what we are most proud of and what has changed for us as a result. We also share what's coming next for both of us and how to stay in touch. We’d love to hear from you! What were the biggest lessons (or aha's) that came as the result of listening to the podcast? Any favorite memories...

How do you know when it's the right time to make a pivot in any aspect of your life or career? To make the decision to leave or to stick it out? Whether it's a personal decision or a professional one, there are things you can do to help make the decision an easier one. It involves making sure your basic needs are getting met, listening to how you're feeling about the situation, and a basic willingness to be patient with yourself and the process. We also have an ulterior motive in talking...

Change. No matter who you are, how much money you have in the bank, or what your relationship status is ... change is inevitable. So why do we fight it so damn hard? Probably because it takes us out of our comfort zone and makes a mess out of everything. And yet, all changes have the opportunity to teach us more about ourselves and help us shift into a place of greater potential. The key is to understand your own patterns when it comes to coping with change. Because the more you know, the...

The topic of today's episode — positivity and optimism — has been something we've wanted to explore for ages. Of course, the days we were scheduled to record were ones where we were feeling anything BUT positive or optimistic. The good news is, positivity and optimism aren't some pollyanna principles that negate the totality of our human experience. Instead, they are a way of approaching and understanding the world. So how do we get there? How do we begin to embrace more positivity?...

Emily is officially back from her sabbatical and shares the ups and downs that she experienced during her time off. Betsy also talks about what happened for her during this break and where she sees herself going in the upcoming months. All in all, this is a doorway into what has been going on in our lives and hearts for the past month and where we are finding balance in the midst of all of this chaos.

What is the difference between having goals and manifesting things? Is there a practical side of manifestation, as well as a negative one? How exactly DO you manifest something? And how does this impact your life (for better or worse)? We recently chatted with Kimberly Brown of Manifest Yourself to get to the bottom of these questions, and so much more. We hope you enjoy this deep dive into the world of achieving your goals and dreams through the power of manifestation. Resource...

Today’s episode is all about decluttering and the act of letting go of the physical things that take up space in our homes and hearts. We go so far as to call it a spiritual act. From cherished heirlooms to clothing and art to birthday cards from decades past, the things we collect (and hang onto) are a way to access the memories of the people, the places, and the experiences we cherish. They are also a tool to help create a space that makes us feel inspired and at peace. We’d love to hear...

Today's episode is all about our shadow self, or the dark parts of ourselves that we'd rather not acknowledge or shine a light on. Unfortunately, burying those qualities in the sand or turning away from our lesser liked qualities only makes them grow stronger and louder. So let's take a walk on the dark side and embrace the less positive aspects of our selves. Because the real question isn't whether you have a dark side, it's whether you acknowledge your dark side. We’d love to hear from...

Even though we've talked about self-care in a previous episode of the podcast, we thought it was important to return to this topic and touch on a very specific aspect of self-care and how it relates to self-love. That's right. Taking care of yourself is the ultimate act of self-love. By making time for yourself and putting your needs at the top of the list, you are showing yourself (and your Self) love and compassion. Because when you don't, it leads to feelings of depletion, resentment,...

We're sitting down with Sloane Davidson — founder of Hello Neighbor and all around wonderful woman — to talk about getting involved in our communities and creating an impact in the world we live in. Whether you've been inspired by the current political climate to be more socially active or have always wanted to make a difference in your community, Sloane will inspire you to do what you can to inspire change. We’d love to hear from you! What has your philanthropic path been? Is there...

Last week we touched on a popular topic from the N+F archives: yoga. This week we're revisiting THE most popular episodes in N+F history, which was all about daily routines and staying organized. We thought it would be fun to dive a little deeper into the organization side of that conversation. We cover basic ideas for getting organized, to-do lists and priority setting, clearing up digital clutter, the power of accountability, setting long- and short-term goals, creating rituals, and...

Because yoga is more than a physical practice. One of our most popular episodes to date has been about our individual journeys with the physical practice of yoga. And while we are firm believers that rolling out your mat and doing the work is important, it's nothing compared to the non-physical aspects of yoga. Betsy, our resident yogi, walks us through the first two limbs of yoga — the moral, ethical, and personal codes that create the foundation of yoga that are supposed to be in place...

The moon and all her magic. Have you ever wondered who you at your core or questioned what your purpose is in this lifetime? Today's discussion with Jennifer Blumenthal — the human guide behind Seduction of Soul — gets to the heart of those questions through an unlikely doorway: the moon. Jen shares her own journey into authentic living and how the moon played a role in her transformation. She also talks about the impact the moon has on the natural world, as well as the archetype that it...

Putting it out there for everyone to see. Have you ever wondered why some people feel compelled to share every single detail of their lives with strangers on the internet? We totally do. Which is why decided to spend an entire episode talking about it. We also wanted to explore the landscape of vulnerability and openness that comes as a direct result of blogging and sharing online through platforms like Twitter and Instagram. And, of course, we selfishly wanted to understand our own reasons...

Feeling better doesn't have to be difficult. We've all had days (or weeks, let's be honest) when we've felt grumpy, sad, irritable, overwhelmed or just plain down in the dumps. Which is why we wanted to focus our conversation in today's episode on things you can do in 5 minutes or less to turn your mood around. Tune in for 15 things you can do right now to go from down in the dumps to feeling F-I-N-E fine. We cover everything from a drink of water and a snack to deep breathing, yoga,...

Are you looking to find more calm and contentment in your day to day life? Us too! Which is how we knew we needed to get today's guest, Catherine Beard of The Blissful Mind on the show come hell or high water. Catherine shared so many nuggets of wisdom during our conversation, from morning routines and her self-care power hour (genius) to finding your purpose, mindfulness, intentional living, resiliency and a whole lot more. She even shares about the new direction her life and career are...

What role does creativity play in your life? Is it something you embrace and incorporate into your life or do you see it as something other people are blessed with but not you? Today's episode is all about the power of creativity and the way it brings more joy, introspection, and empowerment in our lives. We touch on the role creativity has played in our lives from the very beginning and then move onto the role creativity is currently playing in our lives and our evolution. What about you?...

Hot off our conversation around female friendships, we felt compelled to bring the Nourish + Flourish community together in a space where we can talk about what we're working on, books we've read and been inspired by, and resources that have helped us along the way. Link to join the group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nourishandflourishpodcast Can't wait to see you inside! And make sure to invite a friend (or ten) to join you.

The transformative power of female friendships. That’s what we're spending time talking about today. The power of friendships — particularly with the women in our lives — and how they've taken shape in our lives. Whether those friendships began with a sister or through other channels, friendships give us the space to grow, evolve, and comfort us when we need it most. Our conversation begins with the role friendship has played throughout our lives and ends with what we're currently looking...

The moments that matter. That's the phrase today's guest, Andy Hayes of Plum Deluxe, has anchored his entire life around. Andy went from a toxic job that was eventually going to put him in his grave to creating a community and company based on the values of slow living and savoring the moments that matter. We dive deep into Andy's journey, where his passion for slow living and mindfulness come from, the power of building community, and even why he chose tea as THE thing to sell. So grab...