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So, you did all the things during COVID to cope (new hobbies, kept working, remote social events, personal improvement, healthy living, home improvement, etc) and now how do you reset your own expectation of what is possible and how you can handle taking things back on. So let’s talk about Burnout and how to deal with it - it feels like trying to change the tire while the car is moving... First, we'll admit some failures that lead us to believe we might be getting burnt out.  Then tackle some facts and dig into what might be the best way to dig ourselves out.  Handling job burnout Evaluate your options. Discuss specific concerns with your supervisor. ...Seek support. Whether you reach out to co-workers, friends or loved ones, support and collaboration might help you cope. ...Try a relaxing activity. ...Get some exercise. ...Get some sleep. ...Mindfulness.5 stages to Burnout https://www.thisiscalmer.com/blog/5-stages-of-burnout Honeymoon Phase. When we undertake a new task, we often start by experiencing high job satisfaction, commitment, energy, and creativity. ...Onset of Stress. The second stage of burnout begins with an awareness of some days being more difficult than others. ...Chronic stress. ...Burnout. ...Habitual Burnout.https://positivepsychology.com/coping/ Mechanisms that can contribute to this positive coping include: Adaptation – the human ability to adapt to different situationsAim Inhibition – lowering one’s sights to what seems more achievableAltruism – helping others to help the selfCompartmentalization – suppressing thoughts and emotions to avoid mental discomfortCompensation – overplaying strengths in one area to make up for one’s weaknessesConversion – subconscious conversion of stress into physical symptomsCrying – tears of release and seeking comfortIdentification – copying others to take on their characteristicsPost-Traumatic Growth – using the energy of trauma for goodSublimation – channelling psychic energy into acceptable activitiesSubstitution – replacing one thing for anotherAnd on that note, we're taking a bit of time off to really figure out how to solve our burnout. Will we be back, better than ever?  Oh, for sure. Thanks so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review! Where to find us: Instagram: @ohforsurepodcast Facebook: @ohforsurepodcast Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.ohforsurepodcast.com How to Listen: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oh-for-sure-podcast/id1541797810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iMBNfF9JekfVIONjZtQFt  And lots of other platforms, linked from our website!

It’s Laura’s 42nd birthday! And we are going to celebrate in Oh, For Sure style by getting to know more about this lovely lady as she gets closer to discovering the meaning of life. Erica’s got questions. Laura has answers.  Linkedy Linkshttps://amazon.com/Sixteen-Candles-Flashback-Molly-Ringwald/dp/B001AEF6BS/https://www.desigual.com/https://amazon.com/Appetite-Destruction-2-CD-Deluxe/dp/B07CPMDPVJ/https://amazon.com/CHLOE-NEW-women-edp-2-5oz/dp/B002CTAIJK/rhttps://amazon.com/Princess-Bride-20th-Anniversary-Elwes/dp/B01GWBPTWE/Thanks so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review! Where to find us: Instagram: @ohforsurepodcast Facebook: @ohforsurepodcast Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.ohforsurepodcast.com How to Listen: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oh-for-sure-podcast/id1541797810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iMBNfF9JekfVIONjZtQFt  And lots of other platforms, linked from our website!

“It’s not that Therapy has all the answers, it just leads you to the answers“ - Cherise What's this episode about?  Have you ever asked yourself “Is therapy right for me?” Well, we come from two different levels of experience with the topic of therapy but since the world is returning to normal and yet somehow we are still not back to normal, it seemed like the right time to explore the question, and with some professional help.  So, today we are going to dig into learning about the process of going to therapy. Erica has lot of personal experience with therapy, counseling and coaching and Laura is a blank slate so with that as our starting ground we decided it would be the PERFECT opportunity to bring on our first Oh, For Sure Podcast guest - Cherise Stewart, LMFT.  Cherise Stewart is a Marriage and Family therapist. She has been practicing for fourteen years and is currently in private practice in Willow Glen, California. She graduated from Santa Clara University with a MA in Counseling Psychology, with an emphasis in Health Psychology. She has worked with adults, teens, and children with a variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, relationships, and motivation. It is her mission to help her clients become a healthier version of themselves. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her husband, two boys, and dog. She loves to travel and explore new places and has lived in three different countries. We are going to start with learning about the process of going to therapy.  The Process of going to therapy What’s the difference between therapy, counseling and coaching?What’s an LMFT and what can you talk to them about? Who should consider going going and why would they consider it?Do physical symptoms represent possible mental red flags? How do you get past previous BAD experiences of therapy Should a client have a goal or is it okay to be open ended? What are the benefits and how long do you usually see people for? Are there certain mentalities or personalities that are more challenging to breakthrough with? How do you get a client comfortable to talk to you Insider chatHow do you take care of yourself? How do you survive with all the people sharing their worst? How hard has COVID been for your industry and your practice? Have you ever broken up with a client?How to get in touch with Cherise  How do people get in touch with Cherise or her network? @cmamawritehttp://www.cherisestewartlmft.com Links mentioned: Psychologytoday: https://www.psychologytoday.com/usEnegram 9 personaility types - https://www.enneagraminstitute.comBritish Baking Show - https://www.pbs.org/food/shows/great-british-baking-show/Voxxer - https://www.voxer.com

Before our favorites list gets too long again we are dumping all the things making life easier, happier and brighter in this episode of May’s Favorites. May the faves be with you! Laura’s Favorites Tide stain Stick $5 https://www.amazon.com/Tide-Instant-Stain-Remover-1ct/dp/B00NJ1OBYS/ref=sr_1_27_0o_fsPeanut butter stirrer $10 https://www.amazon.com/EZPB-Natural-Butter-Stirrer-Multi-Size/dp/B07VY3LSLCTravelman Amazon Prime https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B08M5LYTGP/ref=atv_dp_season_select_s1Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown podcast and youtube channel https://www.bialikbreakdown.com/Grace Helbig https://www.youtube.com/user/graciehinabox Ericas Favorites Lisa Congdon - books/podcast/Illustrations/fabric (via Etsy) - https://lisacongdon.comLugg App (Uber for moving stuff) - https://lugg.comBB Frosh - https://www.bbfrosch.com$10/quart, $34/gallon, all natural and they have online courses also Living Spaces https://www.livingspaces.com/Tyga Bites - https://www.tygabites.comNopes Laura’s Huge Nope - So I married an Axe MurdererErica’s Huge Nope - The Circle (I’m just too old and uncool)  Honorable Mention Moxie (movie) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moxie_(film)Udemy courses - https://www.udemy.com Thanks so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review! Where to find us: Instagram: @ohforsurepodcast Facebook: @ohforsurepodcast Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.ohforsurepodcast.com How to Listen: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oh-for-sure-podcast/id1541797810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iMBNfF9JekfVIONjZtQFt  And lots of other platforms, linked from our website!

From first drugstore lip glosses to MAC Counter make-overs, we are unzipping our make-up bags and telling our favorite beauty stories. We’ve been putting our best faces forward, and our collections have evolved over the years. So grab a snack and listen in as we divulge our glitter overconsumption, sephora hauls and what you’ll find in our bathroom counter today.  Asking the tough questions about make-up:  First experience with make-upHow did you learn to put on make-up?Professional make-up experiencesMost repeated category Biggest time saver / life saverFavorite trend ever Today’s routineHope you enjoyed listening to our kiss and make-up stories and we’ll be interested to see how our make-up habits and collections continue to evolve in the years to come. Thanks so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review! Where to find us: Instagram: @ohforsurepodcast Facebook: @ohforsurepodcast Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.ohforsurepodcast.com How to Listen: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oh-for-sure-podcast/id1541797810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iMBNfF9JekfVIONjZtQFt  And lots of other platforms, linked from our website!

Cheers, ma deers! It’s our 21st (episode) so let’s have some fun chatting about things that we’ve learned, done, experienced, failed at along the way on our podcast journey. This episode is peeling back the curtain here at Oh, For Sure and we’ll share some fun stories and favorites that we’ve had together so far. We might even answer the question - what is this podcast actually about? We start off with some stories about our first drink on our actual 21st birthdays.  Elevator pitch - what is this podcast actually about?Why is is called Oh, For Sure Podcast? Do we legit really get along? What drives us crazy about the other person? What’s your role in the podcast? Favorite Episode so far?Favorite thing that you’ve learned?Favorite product that you’ve tried? Listener Fave episode What’s the hardest thing about having a podcast? What’s coming in the future? Final Question: Have you made a 2021 vision board? A big thanks to everyone who listens all the feedback our listener friends and supporters. Thanks so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review! Where to find us: Instagram: @ohforsurepodcast Facebook: @ohforsurepodcast Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.ohforsurepodcast.com How to Listen: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oh-for-sure-podcast/id1541797810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iMBNfF9JekfVIONjZtQFt  And lots of other platforms, linked from our website!

This topic in our series of tough topics with good friends is one that’s sensitive and we want to share our stories to bring more normalcy to the conversation. We are talking about infertility and miscarriages. When the question “Oh when are you getting married” suddenly becomes “when are you having kids?” There's never a great way to answer. We both knew we wanted to have kids but have ended up in different places, and now that we are past of life, we wanted to share our journeys in order to tell a different version of fertility and pregnancy than what is normally told - the grin and bear it response when someone asks how things are going. This is a sensitive and difficult process for many more people that usually goes undiscussed. As a way to support to those going through their own ups and downs, we are opening up about the difficulties, misinformation, and emotions we went through. And then finally offer some support tools and advice that we’d impart to those who want to be a good friend to someone who has or is going through this. Just need as a disclaimer these are our experiences and we are sharing our personal thoughts and opinions on this topic Erica shares her story about miscarriage. What helped?  Yoga, quieting the mind and having time to think and processJournaling - writing down the gory detailsTalking to close, trusted family members that helped me understand that it wasn't my faultTime passingUnderstanding the stages of lossShock and denialAnger and guiltDepression and despair (especially when other people are having kids, seemingly easily)Then acceptance Knowing that this to will pass Resources:  https://www.whattoexpect.com/pregnancy/after-miscarriage/Thanks so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review! Where to find us: Instagram: @ohforsurepodcast Facebook: @ohforsurepodcast Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.ohforsurepodcast.com How to Listen: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oh-for-sure-podcast/id1541797810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iMBNfF9JekfVIONjZtQFt  And lots of other platforms, linked from our website!

This topic in our series of tough topics with good friends is one that’s sensitive and we want to share our stories to bring more normalcy to the conversation. We are talking about infertility and miscarriages. When the question “Oh when are you getting married” suddenly becomes “when are you having kids?” There's never a great way to answer. We both knew we wanted to have kids but have ended up in different places, and now that we are past of life, we wanted to share our journeys in order to tell a different version of fertility and pregnancy than what is normally told - the grin and bear it response when someone asks how things are going. This is a sensitive and difficult process for many more people that usually goes undiscussed. As a way to support to those going through their own ups and downs, we are opening up about the difficulties, misinformation, and emotions we went through. And then finally offer some support tools and advice that we’d impart to those who want to be a good friend to someone who has or is going through this. Just need as a disclaimer these are our experiences and we are sharing our personal thoughts and opinions on this topic Laura shares her story about infertility: Undiagnosed InfertilityThe challenges of what you expected vs. the reality of your situationHow she decided to stop tryingWho and how people were there to helpDealing with the  anxiety and depression that goes along with this experienceHow to have a different perspective on moving forwardResources:  National Infertility Association https://infertilityawareness.org/Thanks so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review! Where to find us: Instagram: @ohforsurepodcast Facebook: @ohforsurepodcast Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.ohforsurepodcast.com How to Listen: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oh-for-sure-podcast/id1541797810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iMBNfF9JekfVIONjZtQFt  And lots of other platforms, linked from our website!

We had a little Spring Break to recharge the ol’ batteries and reflect on how the world seems to be opening up again, and it feels like there is a lot of hope in the air these days, so this episode is just catch up of what’s be working right now for us and how we’ve adjusted to be ready to see our adoring fans in person again (read: our moms). Let’s start with What's Working Right Now Laura: Hello Fresh subscription Erica: Spring Break Second 30 day challenge: Let’s get Creative!! Our self assignments: Erica: Drawing/Sketching challenge Laura: Handwriting challenge Thanks so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review! Where to find us: Instagram: @ohforsurepodcast Facebook: @ohforsurepodcast Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.ohforsurepodcast.com How to Listen: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oh-for-sure-podcast/id1541797810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iMBNfF9JekfVIONjZtQFt  And lots of other platforms, linked from our website!

It’s time for another dose of our favorite things, and this time it’s Fun, Practical and Philanthropic!  Laura’s Faves Costco Dark chocolate covered dried mango $15Instagram Please hate these things  https://www.instagram.com/pleasehatethesethings/Absurd, ugly & just plain stupid things in home designMuscle Hook Bonus: not having to hear my husband complain about his back pain! https://www.target.com/p/gofit-muscle-hook-green/-/A-52592701Getting vaccinatedErica’s FavesTrader Joe’s Essential Oils and felted balls- https://www.traderjoes.com/digin/Post/Post/essential-oils-collectionAnything Betsy Johnson (mask innovation + headband) https://betseyjohnson.com/collections/fashion-masksThrive Causemetics -https://thrivecausemetics.comGet $10 off your order of $50 + Free Shipping with this link: http://refer.thrivecausemetics.com/o75519eKittyPooClub - https://kittypooclub.com/Get 20% off your first order with this link: http://rwrd.io/gatoy8bDonating Blood https://www.vitalant.orgWill we have more fun, practical and philanthropic things to share with you in the future? Oh, for sure. Thanks so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review! Where to find us: Instagram: @ohforsurepodcast Facebook: @ohforsurepodcast Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.ohforsurepodcast.com How to Listen: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oh-for-sure-podcast/id1541797810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iMBNfF9JekfVIONjZtQFt  And lots of other platforms, linked from our website!

It's Erica's 40th birthday and Laura is surprising her with 40 questions to celebrate the occasion. It's rainbows and unicorns over here for an Oh, For Sure style celebration. Grab a glass of KJ Chard and join us! Thanks so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review! Where to find us: Instagram: @ohforsurepodcast Facebook: @ohforsurepodcast Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.ohforsurepodcast.com How to Listen: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oh-for-sure-podcast/id1541797810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iMBNfF9JekfVIONjZtQFt  And lots of other platforms, linked from our website!

What do you need hacked this month? What needs to be solved? What already got solved?  We are really excited about this episode because it’s the start of a new occasional series that we are calling our Q and A’s, which is our version of an advice column for our quandaries and accomplishments. In this episode, we’ll each share a current obstacle that needs a friendly friend-tervention and then we’ll each share an accomplishment for a moment on what actually went well. Monthly Quandary Laura - meal planning / cooking /guilt/supporting local take out , meal kits service, tried to find frozen easy options and that was a bust Solution: Erica’s Meal Planning techniqueAll Out Of Notepads, by Knock Knock https://knockknockstuff.com/collections/notepads/products/all-out-of-blue-pad?lshst=collectionSunbasket https://sunbasket.comErica - too much change! How to effectively deal with personal growth. Mental/physical/emotional change /How to stop stress eatingSolution: Try Mint Tea!Monthly Accomplishment Laura - Ripple effects of decluttering -Rotating through entire categories, clothes (my end of life drawers) , lip products -weeding out expired, hate to actually wear items Erica - Power Hour (20 clean, 20 prep for the next day, 20 relax)  OR exercise/reflection/learning https://www.robinsharma.com/article/the-methods-for-superhuman-productivity Thanks so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review! Where to find us: Instagram: @ohforsurepodcast Facebook: @ohforsurepodcast Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.ohforsurepodcast.com How to Listen: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oh-for-sure-podcast/id1541797810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iMBNfF9JekfVIONjZtQFt  And lots of other platforms, linked from our website!