Let's Skip the small talk: Recent Episodes

Riley

I decided to create this podcast because of my love for story telling. I think that's where my passion as an artist comes from. I wanted to create a place where we can have open, honest conversations about everything that makes us human. Most of the time, people talk about something after they've made it through and have advice to offer. While that is important and encouraging, I think we should also talk about things while we are in the middle. When  people reach for a podcast about a certain topic, they are usually struggling with it, and knowing that it's okay not to have all of the answers is very comforting for some people. My goals are: * to bring awareness to topics that are usually avoided destroy stereotypes and stigmas attached to topics provide comfort and hope to anyone struggling* allow others to share their storiesThis is not a "how to" guide, and many times I will not have the answers. This is just a place for honesty and openness.

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Hello humans!

Welcome to the third episode of the podcast, where I discuss disassociation and emotions. This is something very personal to me that I struggle with every day. In this episode I'll be discussing what it is, why it happens, and some things you can do to help. This is mostly my personal experience and it will be different for everyone. Listen to your body and what it needs. 

And other things like:
- complex ptsd / ptsd
-  emotions
- trauma 

I hope you find some comfort, feel seen, or whatever else you are in need of. Thank you for being here, it truly means a lot. Take care of yourself.

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Hello humans!

Welcome to the second episode of the podcast, where my friend Lizzie and I talk about work life balance.

And other things like:
- burnout 
- boundary setting
- people pleasing
- overworking

I hope you find some comfort, feel seen, or whatever else you are in need of. Thank you for being here, it truly means a lot. Take care of yourself.

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Hello! Welcome to the first official episode of let's skip the small talk:

*Originally this episode was recorded with my friend Lizzie, but some mishaps happened, and only my audio was recorded. BUT we're just rolling with it

So enjoy this solo episode where I talk about being in your early 20's and :
- changes in friendships
- comparison to others
- feeling lost
- committing to healing

I hope you find some comfort, feel seen, or whatever else you are in need of. Thank you for being here, it truly means a lot. Take care of yourself.

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Hi everyone! This is a short introduction episode just talking about why I started this podcast!

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I decided to create this podcast because of my love for story telling. I think that's where my passion as an artist comes from. I wanted to create a place where we can have open, honest conversations about everything that makes us human. 

Most of the time, people talk about something after they've made it through and have advice to offer. While that is important and encouraging, I think we should also talk about things while we are in the middle. When  people reach for a podcast about a certain topic, they are usually struggling with it, and knowing that it's okay not to have all of the answers is very comforting for some people. 

My goals are: 

  • to bring awareness to topics that are usually avoided
  • destroy stereotypes and stigmas attached to topics
  • provide comfort and hope to anyone struggling
  • allow others to share their stories

This is not a "how to" guide, and many times I will not have the answers. This is just a place for honesty and openness.