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Social media has been proven to have a mostly negative impact on our mental health. But why is that, when it seems to feel so good? Find out why...plus how to determine whether you are oversharing on social media...and how to avoid it. Thanks, Nikol, for suggesting this podcast topic!   Mentioned in the podcast: Nikol Johnson: @freshbeautystudio Beauty Reinvented:https://www.amazon.com/Beauty-Reinvented-Embrace-Self-Confidence-Redefine-ebook/dp/B07JZ723Y5  6 Ways Social Media Affects Our Mental Health:https://www.forbes.com/sites/alicegwalton/2017/06/30/a-run-down-of-social-medias-effects-on-our-mental-health/#7ecc834d2e5y  The Dangers of Oversharing on Social Media:https://www.puremoderation.com/single-post/The-Dangers-of-Oversharing-on-Social-Media The Problem with Oversharing on Social Media:https://www.business2community.com/social-media/problem-oversharing-social-media-01983174   Find me on Instagram @gritandglamour Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com    If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱 RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!

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Considering giving up alcohol for Dry January? Sober curious? Feeling like you need a bit of a detox after holiday imbibing? Here are my tips for easily abstaining from alcohol for 30 days, and beyond.   Mentioned in the podcast: Following are just a few of the social media accounts I've found inspiring and helpful in living an alcohol-free life: The Truth About Alcohol (BBC Documentary): https://youtu.be/PNq-JcVlYD4  Alcohol Mastery TV with Kevin O'Hara: https://www.youtube.com/user/AlcoholMasteryTV/ 100 Days of Sober: https://www.instagram.com/100daysofsober/ Tell Better Stories 2018: https://www.instagram.com/tellbetterstories2018/  Marnie Rae: https://www.instagram.com/marnieraec/ Recovery Elevator: https://soberpodcasts.com/recovery-elevator/ I Am Sober: https://iamsoberapp.com   Find me on Instagram @gritandglamour   If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!

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Mentioned in the podcast: The REAL It's A Wonderful Life: How an 'angel' with a Gucci purse saved an alcoholic NYPD officer from suicide on Christmas Eve after she handed him a note saying 'life is a gift to be shared' https://dailym.ai/2rPzZry    Find me on Instagram @gritandglamour   If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!

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Mentioned in the podcast: Edward Tufte: https://www.edwardtufte.com/tufte/ Visual Explanations: https://www.edwardtufte.com/tufte/books_visex Space Shuttle Challenger launch: https://youtu.be/AfnvFnzs91s    Find me on Instagram @gritandglamour   If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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I fried chicken livers and all you got was this lame podcast.   Find me on Instagram @gritandglamour If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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Once upon a time, I was an expat. Not for long, mind you, but long enough to realize there was I lot I missed about home when I moved to Australia.   Find me on Instagram @gritandglamour If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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Talking about what I miss about today’s movies, plus two worth watching.   Mentioned in the podcast: A Star is Born: https://youtu.be/nSbzyEJ8X9E  Mr. Church: https://youtu.be/q5P-QL0Pcd8    Find me on Instagram @gritandglamour If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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Talking about common fashion blunders that will kill a look instantly.   Find me on Instagram @gritandglamour If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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Defining moments in my life that taught me about rising from failure, manifesting what you want in life, and that it’s not what you SAY, but what you DO that matters.   Mentioned in the podcast: “You can speak with spiritual eloquence, pray in public, and maintain a holy appearance...but it is your behavior that will reveal your true character.” —Steve Maraboli http://www.stevemaraboli.com   Find me on Instagram @gritandglamour If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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Shows and podcasts I’m loving right now.   Mentioned in the podcast: Billions http://www.sho.com/billions Yellowstone https://www.paramountnetwork.com/shows/yellowstone The Melissa Ambrosini Show / 135: Heal Your Hormones and Reverse the Ageing Process with Dr. Sara Gottfried https://melissaambrosini.com/podcast/heal-your-hormones-reverse-the-ageing-process/ Dr. Sara Gottfried https://www.saragottfriedmd.com/ The Life Stylist Podcast with Luke Storey https://www.lukestorey.com   Find me on Instagram @gritandglamour If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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Self-care. Everybody is talking about it. But what is it, really, and why does it matter?   Mentioned in the podcast:  What Is Self-Care And Why Is Self-Care Important? http://www.thelawofattraction.com/self-care-tips/   Find me on Instagram @gritandglamour   If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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Tips for surviving and getting the most out of a renovation project.    Find me on Instagram @gritandglamour   If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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Answers to 10 questions about the experience of transitioning to my natural grey hair.   Mentioned in the podcast: The Grey Hair Tag // Nikol Johnsonhttps://youtu.be/eRqXwZZaO48 Annika Von Holdthttps://www.instagram.com/annikavonholdt/ Sarah Harrishttps://www.instagram.com/sarahharris/ Kristen McMenamyhttps://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kristen_McMenamy Find me on Instagram @gritandglamour   If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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Why is it so hard to make friends as an adult?    Mentioned in the podcast: Let's Talk About Why It's So Damn Hard to Make Friends As Adults:https://greatist.com/live/why-its-so-damn-hard-make-friends-adults  Episode 9: Dating in the Digital Era:https://gritandglamour.podbean.com/e/episode-9-dating-in-the-digital-era/    If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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It would be a lot easier to do a digital detox if the Internet wasn’t even available.    Mentioned in the podcast: There Should Be No Internet for One Weekend Per Month:https://www.thecut.com/2018/06/no-internet-one-weekend-per-month.html    Find me on Instagram @gritandglamour.   If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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Remember: the bully...or internet troll...is always the weakest kid on the playground.    Mentioned in the podcast: The Ugly Side of YouTube and Social Media // Nikol Johnsonhttps://youtu.be/5WjfhV8iYjY Know Your Worth // Jessica Arevalohttps://youtu.be/4eJg5e6ahVA Deleting Social Media // Emma Frenchehttps://youtu.be/9D-0887f9lo Ego, Insecurity, and the Destructive Narcissist // Michael J. Formicahttps://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/enlightened-living/200911/ego-insecurity-and-the-destructive-narcissist Tony Gaskins quote // @pollysfavouritethingshttps://www.instagram.com/p/Bl6iCRij5oa/?utm_source=ig_share_sheet&igshid=12ojyqpb85qej   Find me on Instagram @gritandglamour.   If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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Find the joy in life...even when you’re sleeping on an air mattress. See renovation progress and my plastic-covered home in my Instagram Stories Highlight: 2018 Home Reno Find me on Instagram @gritandglamour.   If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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Bloom where you are planted. :)   If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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My tried-and-true cleaning and organization tips.   If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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You CAN cultivate mindfulness without meditation. Hear how.   Mentioned in the podcast: Practicing Mindfulness Without Meditating:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-courage-be-present/201002/practicing-mindfulness-without-meditating    If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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Manifestation. Seems like everyone’s talking about it, making vision boards, living life per the LOA (Law of Attraction). But how do you take a board of pictures and turn it into real life? In this podcast I share four rules for manifesting what you want.   Mentioned in the podcast: Modern Helath Monk (Alex Heyne): I tried manifesting for 100 days. Here’s what happened.https://youtu.be/1cq--MYOINI The Lively Showhttp://jesslively.com/livelyshow/   If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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A quick update on recent diet changes, test-driving Target Drive Up, and the importance of little things and random acts of kindness.   If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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Are you stuck in a rut? At work? In a relationship? In your eating or drinking habits? Why stay stuck? Hear tips to help you get out of that rut and improve your life, now. Mentioned in the podcast: 7 Ways to Improve Your Life, Now:https://www.gritandglamour.com/2018/07/23/7-ways-to-improve-life/   If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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How choosing to make one small change can create a domino effect of positive results.   Mentioned in the podcast: Episode 13: Getting a Grip on Disordered, Mindless Eating and Drinking https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-jinkf-955b28   If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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Weight loss and happiness cannot be achieved through disordered eating and drinking. Find out what I’ve realized and how to recognize signs of mindless and disordered eating.   Mentioned in the podcast: Style Your Mind Episode 98: Positive Weight Loss Is a Thing—and I’m Doing It!http://caraalwill.com/podcast/   30 Affirmations to Make Healthy Food Choiceshttps://www.huffingtonpost.com/krista-butler/30-affirmations-to-make-healthy-food-choices_b_7501674.html   6 Ways to Practice Mindful Eatinghttps://www.mindful.org/6-ways-practice-mindful-eating/    If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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Ever wonder why you’re here? What your purpose is? Numerology is a great way to discover what drives you, so you can align yourself with your purpose and soul-fulfilling happiness.   Mentioned in the podcast: Free Numerology Video Report: https://numerologist.com  Felicia Bender: https://feliciabender.com/     If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!     Inquiries: gritandglamour@gmail.com

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Why I’m not having children... Mentioned in the podcast: Lydia Millen-Gordon https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCoSjnRDZSFVp88NXE7MenLQ https://www.instagram.com/lydiaemillen/?hl=en     If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!

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When the universe throws you a curveball, stop and ask yourself why.   New schedule for publishing podcasts:Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 6:00am ET   If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!

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Dating in the digital era...my story, thoughts, and how to meet people IRL.   Mentioned in the podcast: 7 things you didn’t know about digital dating:https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/life/sex-and-relationships/7-things-to-know-about-dating-in-the-digital-age-10179#VMw42zgIr2Y6eYvk.99 The 11 Best Ways To Meet Someone In Real Life, Because Online Dating Really Isn't The Only Option:https://www.bustle.com/articles/66285-the-11-best-ways-to-meet-someone-in-real-life-because-online-dating-really-isnt-the    If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!

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On facial fillers and cosmetic "enhancements"...   Mentioned in the podcast: Kylie Jenner reveals she's had ALL her lip filler removed:http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-5932345/Kylie-Jenner-reveals-shes-lip-filler-removed-shows-noticeably-smaller-pucker.html    If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!

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Experiencing insomnia? Seeing repeated number patterns? Craving a job change? You might be experiencing the signs of spiritual awakening. Mentioned in the podcast: 11 Signs You May Be Experiencing a Spiritual Awakening: https://www.powerofpositivity.com/11-signs-may-experiencing-spiritual-awakening/  Episode 2: Step outside your comfort zone!https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-i7k7c-9477fd   If you enjoy my podcasts, please: SUBSCRIBE 📱RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!

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Are you curious about the concept of “smudging” or “saging” a space? Do you wonder if it conflicts with certain religions? If so, this podcast is for you. Listen and see why using herbs, incense and smoke to clear energy is not as woo-woo as you may think. More on the blog:https://www.gritandglamour.com/2018/07/07/smudging-or-saging-its-not-as-woo-woo-as-you-think/     If you enjoy my podcasts, please:• SUBSCRIBE 📱• RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️• REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!

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Got goals? Find out why you need to write them down, and hear tips for effective goal setting.   Mentioned in the podcast: My blog post which includes Dean's comment:https://www.gritandglamour.com/2013/01/22/responding-to-comments/#more-15576 5 Reasons Why Writing Down Goals Increases The Odds Of Achieving Them (By Damian Pros)https://www.elitedaily.com/money/writing-down-your-goals/1068863    If you enjoy my podcasts, please:• SUBSCRIBE 📱• RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️• REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!

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I used to love fashion blogging...it's what G&G was about for years. But something happened along the way that changed my perspective. I never spoke about it. Until now. Check out my blog post to see the photo from the shoot:https://www.gritandglamour.com/2018/07/05/the-moment-i-fell-out-of-love-with-fashion-blogging/  If you're an OG fashion blogger, I'd love to know where you are now and what you think. Please share your thoughts in the comments on my blog!   If you enjoy my podcasts, please:• SUBSCRIBE 📱• RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️• REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!

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Happy 4th of July to my American listeners! On this Independence Day, this Greek-American reflects on the strange things Greeks do.  Today's episode was inspired by this article: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-5912345/Furious-mother-smacks-girls-walking-pair-twerk-camera.html#v-1393497587744355521     If you enjoy my podcasts, please: • SUBSCRIBE 📱• RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️• REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!

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Why stepping outside of my comfort zone was the greatest thing I ever did. If you enjoy my podcasts, please:• SUBSCRIBE 📱• RATE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️• REVIEW ⌨️ Thank you!

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