The Social Self Podcast: Recent Episodes
Cassie Widders
Can you have a healthy relationship with social media? And if so, how do people do it? Social media has become a big part of our lives, but what does this mean for the way we communicate and identify with ourselves and others? What does this mean for our mental health? Join me, Cassie Widders, a Social Media Strategist on my never-ending quest to discover how we can be more intentional with our time online, and how we can have a healthier relationship with social media. I talk all things tech and culture to ask ‘are our lives online benefitting us or harming us?’On The Social Self podcast, I’ll use all my experience in the industry, as well as chat to creators and business owners, experts from tech, academia, and more to explore how our lives online are benefiting us, and harming us. You’ll hear stories from both ends of the spectrum when it comes to people’s experiences online, from topics as diverse as mental health, cancel culture, creativity, and making a living online. So if you’d like to hear honest conversations about social media and culture and what the internet is doing to us, and explore ways we can be on social media in a positive and productive way, join me every Tuesday on wherever you’re listening, and don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode!
In this episode, I share what on earth has been going on these past few months, the future of this podcast, and information about my upcoming maternity leave!
I hope you’ve enjoyed the podcast as much as I have enjoyed creating it, thank you wholeheartedly to everyone who ever downloaded an episode, left a review, joined me as a guest, shared it, or subscribed, it means so much to have your support.
And thank you for understanding the challenges I’ve faced the past few months, and what needs to happen as I begin my journey as a mother as well as a business owner!
Until next year xx
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
Follow Cassie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassie_widders/
I had the pleasure of chatting with Luna of Undistracted Parenting, an expert in the digital wellbeing space for parents!
We had a fantastic conversation all about parenting in the digital age, discussing:
- Luna's background and how she found herself being passionate about this topic
- Why parenting is more challenging in the digital age, with examples of the challenges parents are facing with their kids online lives today
- And crucially, how they can overcome these challenges
- Luna shares her advice for first-time parents and those already parenting pre-teens and teens when it comes to digital devices
And yes, I do randomly talk about Love Island in this episode!
I hope you enjoy the chat, and do share the episode on social media if you feel it'll be of value to others!
ABOUT LUNA
Luna is the co-founder and co-host of the Middle East’s leading Arabic parenting podcast, Mishbilshibshib. Through the podcast, Luna and her cohost discuss the latest research on the psychology of parenting with the aim of raising awareness on positive, conscious, and peaceful parenting. With most parenting information available globally being in English, she strives to shed light on this knowledge in Arabic and through the lens of an Arab sociocultural perspective.
Luna obtained her Master of Science in Psychology, with a focus on Cyberpsychology in 2022. Her thesis, titled Digitally parenting preteens in the UAE: A cross-cultural qualitative study, explored the gaps in research surrounding digital parenting in the Middle East, uncovered new findings, and proposed future research recommendations. The findings of her study can inform policymakers, psychologists, educators, and coaches in creating the much-needed support systems for digital parents.
Luna is also a certified digital wellbeing coach (ICF-approved Consciously Digital program), and a Transformational Parenting Coach (Jai Institute). With training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Luna works with parents and adolescents to help them find balance in their tech-saturated lives by seeking digital wellbeing. She strives to provide parents with supportive strategies to help them digitally parent their children in the modern era. Her passion for the topic stems from her learnings with her own two adolescent children.
Luna will be launching a new initiative named Undistracted Parenting in October 2023, where she will focus on the challenges parents face, and will provide a platform to present research on the topic to parents, policymakers, and changemakers to raise a new generation of mindful digital citizens.
Follow Luna on Instagram: @undistractedparenting and watch this space for the launch of her website and podcast!
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
Follow Cassie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassie_widders/
It’s been a long road! Nearly nine months of intense study, of which I’ve brought you along with me on the journey here on the podcast, sharing snippets of what we’ve been covering and what I’ve learned.
And now, I have officially graduated as a certified Digital Wellbeing Coach with Consciously Digital!
It was so rewarding and so immersive, I’ve learned so much about the field of digital wellbeing and the latest research that’s out there. I’m so proud to have completed it!
But, we have one final recap to do before this 5 part series of me becoming a digital wellbeing coach comes to an end!
In this episode, I’ll be recapping some things I’ve learnt on the topic of:
- Social media, linking, ranking and mental health
- Online and offline behaviour - data collection and algorithms
- Regulation and right to disconnect
- Tech for good and sustainability of digital habits
Thank you for following along on the journey!
I’m still always here to answer any questions you have about the programme, which I took with Consciously Digital, I've linked their site in the show notes below if you want to check them out. I hope you enjoy this episode!
To learn more about the programme I was on, click here: https://www.consciously-digital.com/coaches
Becoming a Digital Wellness Coach | Part 1: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/becoming-a-digital-wellness-coach-part-1/
Becoming a Digital Wellness Coach | Part 2: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/becoming-a-digital-wellness-coach-part-2/
Becoming a Digital Wellness Coach | Part 3: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/becoming-a-digital-wellness-coach-part-3/
Becoming a Digital Wellness Coach | Part 4: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/becoming-a-digital-wellness-coach-part-4/
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
Follow Cassie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassie_widders/
Part 4 of my journey to become a digital wellness coach where I've been immersing myself in the very exciting field of digital wellbeing!
This little episode is to keep you up to date with what I've learned so far and share some of the most interesting bits with you.
This is part four, and today I'm discussing:
- Memory and how we learn
- Creativity and boredom
- Children’s Development and Parenting in the digital age
I hope you enjoy this behind-the-scenes episode!
To learn more about the course I took, click here: https://www.consciously-digital.com/coaches
Arcadia Kim episode: Can Screentime Be Good For Families?: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/can-screen-time-be-good-for-families/
Becoming a Digital Wellness Coach | Part 1: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/becoming-a-digital-wellness-coach-part-1/
Becoming a Digital Wellness Coach | Part 2: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/becoming-a-digital-wellness-coach-part-2/
Becoming a Digital Wellness Coach | Part 3: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/becoming-a-digital-wellness-coach-part-3/
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
Follow Cassie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassie_widders/
I had the privilege of speaking to TEDx Speaker and AI Ethicist Olivia Gambelin, who specializes in the practical application of ethics to technological innovation, and is the founder of Ethical Intelligence.
We had such a wonderful conversation about ethics and the future of tech, I hope you enjoy this episode!
We chat about:
- Olivia's background and how she found herself where she is today.
- Her company, Ethical Intelligence, and what her day-to-day looks like.
- Olivia has this great quote on her website - “good technology does not take advantage of our human nature, it’s tech that helps us embrace the nature of being human", here she explains more about that.
- How we ensure ethics is at the heart of the tech, and whose responsibility that falls on.
- Olivia discusses how her biggest fear of generative AI is that we will never see the full potential of the good we can do with it, simply because we have become too afraid of our own creation.
- But she also shares what she's optimistic about for the future of AI, and how we should be optimistic too.
- And finally, Olivia shares why it's so important to create the technology of the future with ethics at the heart of it.
Find out more about Olivia here: https://www.oliviagambelin.com/
Ethical Intelligence: https://www.ethicalintelligence.co/
The Equation: https://www.ethicalintelligence.co/equation
Follow Olivia on Twitter: https://twitter.com/oliviagambelin
Connect with Olivia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliviagambelin/
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
Follow Cassie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassie_widders/
Today I am joined by the wonderful Kirt Manecke, author of the award-winning book, audiobook, and online course, Smile & Succeed for Teens: Must-Know People Skills for Today’s Wired World, and the Parent’s Guide for Smile & Succeed for Teens.
We're talking all about Teens, Social Skills, and Success in a Digital Age!
We chat about:
- Kirt's journey and how he found himself working with teenagers, helping them achieve success in the world
- What success actually means today for young people, and the shift he's seen over the years
- Why social skills so important in today's world
- The biggest barrier Kirt sees to the social success of teens today
- How their digital lives affect their social skills
- What teens can do to improve their social skills and see success, and what adults can do to help them
- Kirt discusses the cultural shifts he's seeing in young people and in the digital age that has him particularly concerned for the future
- And finally, a message on the importance of preparing teens for success in life, especially in the ever-accelerating digital age
I hope you enjoy this podcast episode as much as I did!
ABOUT KIRT
Kirt Manecke is the author of the award-winning book, audiobook and online course, Smile & Succeed for Teens: Must-Know People Skills for Today’s Wired World, and the Parent’s Guide for Smile & Succeed for Teens.
Winner of the Mom’s Choice Gold Award and Teachers’ Choice Award, Smile & Succeed for Teens is a crash course in social and career skills to help teens and young adults succeed in school, work and life.
For those in the UK, Kirt’s books are available on Amazon UK and his online course and pdf downloads are available on his website at www.SmiletheBook.com.
Here is a free page of social skills and communication tips that includes cell phone etiquette for teens and young adults: www.smilethebook.com/free/
Check out his website: www.smilethebook.com
Smile & Succeed for Teens is available on Amazon UK at www.amazon.co.uk/Smile-Succeed-Teens-World-Face/dp/0985076216
Connect with Kirt on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kirtmanecke/
Connect with Kirt on Facebook: www.facebook.com/SmileandSucceedforTeens
Follow on YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/SolidPressBooks
Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/smilethebook/
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
Follow Cassie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassie_widders/
Today I am joined by Cathryn Barnard, the co-founder of Working The Future, a boutique consulting firm that provides work trend intelligence and advisory services to organisations. And we had a fascinating conversation about The Future of Work.
We discuss:
- Cat's background and the creation of Working The Future
- An overview of the landscape now when it comes to work
- What Cat sees as the future of work, and how tech-centered she feels this will be
- How important the ability to adapt, embrace and build resilience to the technology of the future is
- We discuss the most important digital skill that is needed for the future of work
- We chat all about technology's carbon footprint, ethics and values
- Cat shares what excites her about the future of work
- Finally, she shares her key message about the importance of preparing yourself for the future of work, especially in the ever-accelerating digital age
I hope you enjoy this episode!
ABOUT CATHRYN AND WORKING THE FUTURE
Cat Barnard co-founded Working the Future in 2016, to help business leaders prepare for and adapt to the future of work. Today Working the Future provides organisations with work trend intelligence and advisory services to help create easy-to-implement, people-centred, future-proofing strategies.
With a career in workforce planning spanning three decades, and experience of starting and growing her own successful businesses, Cat recognises the criticality of human connection in accelerating team engagement and performance.
As work becomes increasingly underpinned by digital technology, amazing commercial opportunity emerges - blending the best of human AND technology to deliver highly customised client experiences that drive brand loyalty and enhanced success outcomes.
Website: https://workingthefuture.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/working-the-future/
Personal LinkedInl: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathrynbarnard/
Twitter: @workingfuture1
Personal Twitter: @cat_pearce71
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workingfuture1/
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
Follow Cassie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassie_widders/
Today, I want to discuss a recent topic that has been making headlines these past few months. Schools in the US are suing social media companies, alleging that these platforms are causing harm to their students.
This episode is a little update on these cases and what it means if they win! I hope you enjoy it!
Links
Youth Risk Behaviour Survey: https://www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/data/yrbs/pdf/YRBS_Data-Summary-Trends_Report2023_508.pdf
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
Follow Cassie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassie_widders/
I'm joined by doctoral researcher Lorrie Hayman today to discuss one of the most alarming, and important, issues in today's online culture - cyber violence.
We're discussing what is it and how can we combat it, and it includes some personal stories so this episode does come with a trigger warning that we discuss sexual violence and violence against women.
We discuss:
- Lorrie's background and how she found herself interested in this subject
- What is cyber violence?
- How prevalent is cyber violence in our society today and what are some of the factors that contribute to that?
- Lorrie shares some examples of cyber violence and how it impacts people's lives. And I share a very personal story of my own.
- Why, because cyber violence is online, it often doesn’t get the same treatment as other forms of violence
- What are some of the emerging trends in cyber violence
- What individuals and communities can do to prevent cyber violence and support victims
- How technology companies play a role in preventing this
- Some of the psychological and emotional effects of cyber violence, and how can victims of cyber violence access support and resources
- How we can educate young people about the dangers of cyber violence and teach them to be responsible digital citizens
- Lorrie shares her advice about the importance of addressing cyber violence and creating a safer, more inclusive digital world
This is such an important topic, so I do hope you give it a listen.
ABOUT LORRIE
Lorrie Hayman is a doctoral researcher in Global Women’s Studies at the University of Galway, Ireland. Her interdisciplinary feminist doctoral research explores the lived experiences of women in Ireland concerning Cyber Sexual Violence.
Her research draws on multi-stakeholder perspectives in the Garda (Ireland’s police), the technology sector, and women’s service providers.
Lorrie’s doctoral research aims to offer evidence-informed recommendations to guide future laws, policies, and service provision responses to Cyber Sexual Violence in Ireland.
She is a Hardiman Research Scholar at the University of Galway and a Rotary Peace Fellow alum from International Christian University, Japan.
Connect with Lorrie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorriehayman/
RESOURCES
Emily Atack: 'Asking For It' documentary: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m001hs5v/emily-atack-asking-for-it
Victim of Online Abuse: how do I get help? https://victimschoice.org.uk/articles/view/9
Cyber Violence | Council of Europe: https://www.coe.int/en/web/cyberviolence
Cyber Harassment | Sex Victims: https://www.sexvictims.com/cyber-harassment/
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
Follow Cassie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassie_widders/
Today I am joined by health and performance coach Olya Amelina, and we are going to be talking all about the link between technology, our health, and our performance.
We discuss:
- Olya's story of burnout and how she found herself where she is today.
- What does it look like to be healthy and well and how this is a crucial component of our performance
- How the technology in our daily lives can affect our performance, health, and wellbeing, from our sleep, posture, weight, stress, mindset and so much more. And what we can do about it!
- We discuss digital health trackers and apps. While they certainly have benefits to help us enhance our performance, they can also have the opposite effect when we come to rely on them too much.
- Olya shares some actionable tips you can try today to improve your health and performance when it comes to the technology in your lives.
About Olya
Olya works with ambitious men and women to create daily routines that make them feel good, and helps them achieve their goals in everyday life, sport, and business.
She helps her clients understand their unique nutrition, sleep, activity, rest, and mindset needs and creates a daily routine that they'll love and that will uplevel their energy, performance, and quality of life.
Her goal is for you to thrive in every area of your life.
Website: https://amelina.health/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amelina.health/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olga-amelina-87a1921b
Interoception: the hidden sense that shapes wellbeing: https://www.theguardian.com/science/2021/aug/15/the-hidden-sense-shaping-your-wellbeing-interoception
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
Follow Cassie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassie_widders/
A few weeks back US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said he believes 13 is too young for children to be on social media platforms because although sites allow children of that age to join, kids are still “developing their identity.”
Today, I want to discuss that viral interview in more detail and have an open, honest conversation about whether or not kids under the age of 13 should be on social media!
This is the CNN interview with US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy: https://edition.cnn.com/2023/01/29/health/surgeon-general-social-media/index.html
Research mentioned in the podcast
Children and parents: Media use and attitudes report 2019: https://www.ofcom.org.uk/__data/assets/pdf_file/0023/190616/children-media-use-attitudes-2019-report.pdf
Tweens, Teens, and Phones: What Our 2019 Research Reveals: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/kids-action/articles/tweens-teens-and-phones-what-our-2019-research-reveals
Sharing too soon? Children and social media apps: https://mottpoll.org/reports/sharing-too-soon-children-and-social-media-apps
MRIs show screentime linked to lower brain development in preschoolers: https://edition.cnn.com/2019/11/04/health/screen-time-lower-brain-development-preschoolers-wellness/index.html
Raised on Porn: https://raisedonporn.com/
Cyberbullying: Twenty Crucial Statistics for 2023: https://www.security.org/resources/cyberbullying-facts-statistics/
Children, Screens and Obesity: https://www.childrenandscreens.com/findings/obesity/
Is TikTok Causing Tics in Teens Girls? https://health.clevelandclinic.org/tiktok-causing-tics-in-teen-girls/
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
Follow Cassie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassie_widders/
Apologies that there is no episode out today, but we will be back next week with a brand new one for you!
In the meantime, quick announcement that my website is live!
Do go and check it out at www.cassiewidders.co.uk
It has a full breakdown of all the podcast episodes, including our most popular listens ever, and by topic!
I also share more of how you can work with me.
Do check it out and let me know what you think!
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
Follow Cassie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassie_widders/
As I am studying and immersing myself in the very exciting field of digital wellbeing, learning about the latest research, and as I am simultaneously learning all the skills, tools, and methodology to become a coach, I thought I'd take you along with me!
This little episode is me keeping you up to date with what I've learned so far and how it's going!
This is part three, but don't worry I do a little recap on part one at the beginning!
Today I'm discussing:
- Slow neural processes and interoception
- Body wisdom and the impact of technology on the body
- Spatial navigation, GPS and humans in virtual reality
I hope you enjoy this behind-the-scenes episode!
To learn more about the course I am taking, click here: https://www.consciously-digital.com/coaches
Becoming a Digital Wellness Coach | My course experience so far | Part 1: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/becoming-a-digital-wellness-coach-part-1/
Becoming a Digital Wellness Coach | My course experience so far | Part 2: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/becoming-a-digital-wellness-coach-part-2/
TEDTalk | Carl Honore: In praise of slowness: https://youtu.be/UhXiHJ8vfuk
Interoception: the hidden sense that shapes wellbeing by The Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/science/2021/aug/15/the-hidden-sense-shaping-your-wellbeing-interoception
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
Follow Cassie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassie_widders/
Today I am joined by Adam Yasmin, former UX designer turned certified digital wellness educator, facilitator, speaker. We have such a great discussion on what slowing down, tea culture and screen-free breaks have in common!
We dive into:
- Adam's background and how he found himself interested in both tea and digital wellbeing.
- Tea culture - how it’s practiced and what it has taught him
- Why this is a great way to practice slowing down in today's fast paced world
- How we can use this practice to have screen free breaks
- Adam shares some of the benefits he has seen in the people who practice this
- And round off by sharing tips for anyone who wants to give this a try, and how it will help you slow down and appreciate the moment!
I really hope you enjoyed this fascinating conversation as much as I did!
ABOUT ADAM
Adam is a former UX designer turned certified digital well-being educator and facilitator of tech-life balance via immersive tea experiences.
He’s privileged to have coached & worked with organizations such as IDEO, Bruce Lee Family Co., Techstars, Creative Mornings, and General Assembly.
Adam collaborates remotely & in-person while being based in Los Angeles with his family.
Learn more about Adam: https://adamyasmin.com/
Connect with Adam on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamyasmin_/
Connect with Adam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamyasmin/
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
Follow Cassie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassie_widders/
Today's episode is totally unfiltered and unedited..just me and my mic! And that's because my podcast editor has had a baby!! So huge congratulations to them!
But that means this is not the episode I had scheduled for you today, instead I'm sharing what podcasting has done for my business in the nearly 12 months it's been going. But also, I share what podcasting has not done for my business too!
Stick around as from next week we will have more digital wellbeing content, including:
- Discussing the recent statement made by the US Surgeon General that children under the age of 13 shouldn't be on social media
- An episode on slowing down
- Technology and how its affecting our physical health
- Cyber violence discussion and so much more!
I hope you enjoy this episode!
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
Follow Cassie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassie_widders/
We have a new name! What was once The Social Self Podcast is now......The Digital Wellness Podcast!
So a big welcome to The Digital Wellness Podcast where we talk all things internet culture and wellbeing.
I’ll talk about some of the negatives in order to raise awareness of our tech and social media habits and challenges, and I’ll talk about some of the positives in order to inspire hope for real change.
Do subscribe and keep tuning in for more episodes of the newly rebranded pod!
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If you’re a company, school or individual who wants to improve their digital wellbeing, or you’re hosting an event and would like to have me speak, do get in touch by emailing me at hello@cassiewidders.co.uk
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
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After all these years, I’m hanging up my hat as a social media strategist. It’s been a fantastic journey, but I’m so excited for this next phase to solely concentrate on digital wellbeing as a consultant and coach!
Today's episode dives into my reasons for this, and looks back at the amazing journey I've had the pleasure of being on for over 8 years.
It outlines what is next for me, and what this means for you.
While there are a lot of changes happening, there is a lot of things that are still going to be the same.
This is still going to be a place where we discuss internet culture, the positives and the negatives. I will always talk to people and express both sides of the coin in my content, because I wholeheartedly believe that the only realistic way forward is to learn to use and live with technology in a healthy and balanced way.
I’ll talk about some of the negatives in order to raise awareness, and I’ll talk about some of the positives in order to inspire hope for real change.
So if you want to learn how to navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing or those you love, work with, or teach, and equip yourself and others with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-centered future, do stick around.
Moving forward I’ll be working with companies and leaders, schools and educators and parents and carers, all of whom want to incorporate more digital wellbeing into their organisation and team, curriculum, students, children or young adults, or their own life.
Again, a huge thank you to everyone who has supported me during my many years working in social media. I do hope you’ll stick around and follow me on this journey further into digital wellbeing.
Changes will slowly be happening over the next few weeks, but do reach out by email or DM if you want to know more or are interested in anything I’ve spoken about here.
I’m so excited for this next phase of going all in with such an important subject!
LINKS
Episode #1 How Did I Get Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-social-self-podcast/id1606710402?i=1000553264196
Episode #3 The Highs and Lows of the Online Business World: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-social-self-podcast/id1606710402?i=1000554793623
Consciously Digital: https://www.consciously-digital.com/
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
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One juicy podcast interview just wasn't enough, so I am back with health and wellness blogger Thalia of Notes by Thalia! I’m so excited to have her back as we dive deeper to discuss whether or not social media is distorting our perception of healthy living!
We cover:
- Toxic trends on social media, such as the "what I eat in a day" trend.
- Why these trends are toxic and dangerous.
- Why we as a culture are seeing social media as a genuine health source, or at the very least, a well-being guide that we can trust.
- Thalia does some myth-busting around what health and wellbeing really is.
- I ask her whether or not she thinks influencers, coaches, online brands etc do enough to clarify that this is not medical advice, and how they could do more/be held accountable?
- And finally, Thalia shares how people can better equip themselves to differentiate between real sound health advice and simple trends on social media.
I hope you enjoy hearing Thalia and having her back on the podcast, I definitely did!
Listen to Thalia's first podcast episode here:
Episode 19: Instagram and The Wellness Industry: Is It Toxic? with Thalia Tourikis
Apple Podcast link: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-social-self-podcast/id1606710402?i=1000569596405
Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5DY8jpDKWBoAPen9pYuA7Z?si=a1b4eef781454400
ABOUT THALIA
Thalia is the founder of Notes by Thalia, a personal wellness blog that promotes a healthy work-life balance; one where productivity and self-care can work side by side and you don’t need to sacrifice one over the other.
Through her weekly blog posts, Thalia encourages her readers to mindfully navigate and balance their day through sustainable productivity tips and holistic self-care practices, so they can find a moment of calm in a busy world.
For more realistic wellness tips and self-care ideas, you can find her on Instagram, Pinterest and TikTok all under @notesbythalia.
For more insight into her well-being journey and everything in between, head over to her blog; notesbythalia.com
And for a moment of calm straight to your inbox every Wednesday, you can sign up for her newsletter at notesbythalia.com/subscribe
The book that Thalia mentioned in the show: The Gospel of Wellness by Rina Raphael
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
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Today I am joined by my dear friend Emilie Cousins, and we’re going to be talking all about bridging that generational divide online!
We talk about:
- Emilie's career journey and their passion for this topic
- The online landscape and what young people are facing growing up in the digital age, both the opportunities and challenges
- How parents/carers/trusted adults can support young people growing up with an online life
- With Emilie sharing some tips to help people support their children/teens/students when it comes to their digital lives, including the very first step they can take
I really hope you enjoy this episode, it's such a great topic to discuss!
ABOUT EMILIE:
A queer sex ed enthusiast and specialist, based in Liverpool. With their Gender Studies MSc, they've been working in the sex ed field for several years, previously working with Brook to deliver sex ed sessions to young people and professionals, and now with Fumble as Programme Manager.
ABOUT FUMBLE:
Fumble is an award-winning youth charity that creates a happy, healthy online world of relationships and sex education. Fumble is created with young people, for young people, to make a relevant, non-judgemental place for all young people to ask questions and find safe, quality answers. We make sure young people have the skills and knowledge to successfully manage their relationships, sexual health and mental health today, particularly in the digital age.
Visit their website: https://fumble.org.uk/
Join their newsletter: https://fumble.org.uk/newsletter/
Support Fumble: https://fumble.org.uk/donate/
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ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
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When it comes to screentime in our households, it can be a constant battle between kids and young people, and the parents. But what if we reframed this and instead of a battleground, it's a place of discovery, of understanding, of connecting?
Today I am joined by the brilliant Arcadia Kim of Infinite Screentime to discuss her movement of making screentime, family time.
We discuss:
- Arcadia's career journey in the gaming industry to creating Infinite Screentime
- Why so many parents feel such guilt in giving their kids a device, and why Arcadia wants to change this
- She talks us through what a more open relationship with screens in our family life could look like
- She explains how parents and carers can not only understand their child's screentime, but engage with it
- The consequences of keeping our kids' screen time activities hidden and almost taboo
- How can we empower the young people in our families to be aware and mindful of their own screentime
- And finally, Arcadia shares some action steps here that parents or carers to begin making screentime family time
I really hope you enjoy this episode and found it as refreshing as I did!
ABOUT
Infinite Screentime is a movement dedicated to dispelling the negative connotations of screentime and building a community of coaches, educators, and child advocates that helps to raise the screen-smart kid.
As the mom of three screentime-loving kids in Hong Kong, Arcadia loves seeing the beauty, discovery, and connection in technology from the point of view of her children.
Arcadia is the former Chief Operating Officer of Electronic Arts Los Angeles, where she had the privilege of working on blockbuster titles as The Sims, Medal of Honor, Command and Conquer, and The Lord of the Rings franchise.
Arcadia has her MBA from Harvard Business School and BA from Wellesley College, and a TEDx Talk called 'Can Screentime Be Good For Families?'.
Learn More: https://infinitescreentime.com/
Watch Arcadia's TEDx Talk: https://youtu.be/iWsokaSH_l0
Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescreentime/
Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arcadiakim/
Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/infinitescreentime
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
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Happy 2023! In today’s episode, I want to look at how we actually set goals that work and feel good.
I dive into why we as a society want to set New Year's Resolutions in the first place, why most fail, and what we can do about it.
I hope this episode will inspire you to change your relationship with your goals and make 2023 the year you want it to be!
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
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Quick update from me and the team!
To browse our listener's favourite episodes, go here: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/the-social-self-podcast/
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
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While I am studying and immersing myself in the very exciting field of digital wellbeing, learning about the latest research and academic studies, and as I’m simultaneously learning all the skills, tools, and methodology to become a coach, I thought I'd take you along with me!
This little episode is me keeping you up to date with what I've learned so far and how it's going!
This is part two, but don't worry I do a little recap on part one at the beginning!
I hope you enjoy this behind-the-scenes episode!
To learn more about the course I am taking, click here: https://www.consciously-digital.com/coaches
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
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Today I am joined by Lauri, a transformational coach and copywriter, and we have a very personal story to share with you. Today we're discussing Lauri’s thoughts and feelings about sharing with her online community a very traumatic experience that happened to her.
We discuss how she navigated that, the lessons she has learned along the way, and how it has helped her healing journey.
We chat about:
- Lauri's story - from corporate work and anxiety, to running her own business with purpose.
- We talk about community and creativity, and how social media and the online space has allowed these to thrive for her.
- We then dive into the night that changed everything for Lauri and her family, the night their home and all their worldly possessions burnt down.
- We talk about the aftermath, and how those in real life as well as her online community came together for them.
- We discuss the shift in her content after this, with Lauri speaking honestly about the trauma she experienced, and how she began coaching resiliency after this experience.
- Lauri shares how she decided what to share and what not to share with her online community, and whether or not she would change what she shared looking back.
- She talks about how this sharing and helping others has aided in her healing journey.
- Finally, Lauri shares her thoughts to help you to start finding more resilience, authenticity, and joy in our offline and online lives.
I hope you enjoy the episode!
ABOUT LAUREN
Lauri is a transformational life coach + copywriter for creative souls. Her mission + purpose is to help you live your most passionate, creative, fulfilling, soul-aligned life. Lauri's work utilizes a transformational coaching approach while weaving in elements of growth mindset, spirituality, and therapeutic safe space.
When she's not coaching or copywriting, you can find Lauri enjoying a good book, snuggling with her sweet little family, or crafting something new for her home.
Learn more about Lauri: https://laurenosselton.com/coaching
Read her blog: https://laurenosselton.com/blog/
Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauren.osselton/
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FREE: 70 Resilience Building Journal Prompts: https://laurenosselton.com/70journalpromptsforresilience
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ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
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Today's episode is all about content. We live in a time where content dominates and attention is currency, but all this content comes at a cost. So in this episode, I'm exploring the question how much content is too much content? And do we, as creators, have an ethical responsibility to have our audiences wellbeing at the top of our mind when we create and hit that publish button?
I'd really love to hear your thoughts on this episode, so do let me know!
ABOUT CASSIE
Cassie is an ex-social media strategist turned certified digital wellbeing consultant, coach and speaker. She's on a mission to help individuals and organizations navigate the digital landscape, improve your overall wellbeing, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in a tech-driven future.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
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Today's podcast is a very raw and honest one. I'm sitting down with my husband Pete to have a very open conversation about what it's really like to be the partner of a business owner, and he doesn't hold back.
We chat about the emotional rollercoaster of seeing the one you love go through the highs and lows, and of working alone at home.
We get very personal and talk about money. This year for me in business has been one of ups and downs financially, and we talk honestly about what that does to a relationship, whether or not Pete has ever felt he needed to bring up the subject of a steady 9-5, and about how he really feels about the investments I make in my business.
But it's not all deep chats! Pete also gives his opinion on the world of social media and the online business world from the perspective of someone who is not in it, and he has some interesting analogies! And we also give plenty of funny stories about our experiences on social media, including the time Pete found me on Facebook after ust a few weeks of chatting and not knowing my surname!
If you want to skip to the deep stuff though, start at 11.43.
I hope you enjoy this really raw and honest conversation.
ABOUT CASSIE
I am a social media strategist, podcast host, speaker and digital well-being advocate.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
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As December slowly creeps up, I know a lot of you will be feeling a mix of emotions in the run-up to Christmas. You may be looking forward to the holidays, stressing about getting everything done before you sign off, or you could be under enough stress at the thought of a family get-together!
Whichever it is, this episode will hopefully help ease some of that stress by giving you a mixture of practical tips, and new ways of thinking, to help you take time away from social media and from your business this year in a way that feels good for you.
I hope you find this episode helpful!
P.S. We will have episodes on the podcast up until the 20th of December, then I’ll be taking a break and will be back on the 10th of January. I'll be off making new memories and experiences, and I hope you do the same!
ABOUT CASSIE
I am a social media strategist, podcast host, speaker and digital well-being advocate.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
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Today I am joined by Katie Brockhurst, a social media consultant, digital well-being coach, and author of the Social Media For A New Age books. And when you get two people who work in this field together, you know it's going to be a juicy and in-depth conversation! Katie and I talk all about social media, its future, and where digital well-being fits into all of that.
We cover:
- Katie's story and how she got into this field, and her growing interest in digital wellbeing
- The future of social media - our thoughts on where it's heading, and what we think is exciting, and worrying, with these trends
- The shadow side of social media
- Digital wellbeing - what is it, how it helps, and why it's needed
- The future of the digital wellness space
- Katie shares her tips to help you start enjoying a healthier relationship with social media
- And finally, she shares what you can do to prepare for the future of social media if you use it to market yourself or your business
I absolutely loved this conversation, and I hope you do too!
ABOUT KATIE
An award-winning content creator with over twenty years of experience in the field, she works with spiritual authors and influencers to help them manage their online presence successfully, in a way that feels good. In 2020, she studied digital wellbeing (ICF/Dip) to answer growing concerns around mental health and wellbeing when using social media.
To learn more, read Katie’s latest articles and insight at https://www.socialmediaforanewage.substack.com
ABOUT CASSIE
I am a social media strategist, podcast host, speaker and digital well-being advocate.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
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I am training to become a Digital Wellness Coach!
In September, I embarked on a course with Consciously Digital to further my career and learning, and if all goes well, I will graduate in June 2023!
This course is the only digital wellness coach training in the world approved by the ICF and NBHWC.
So as I study and learn, I thought I'd take you along with me!
These behind-the-scene episode updates will include what I've had to do on the course so far, what I've learned, how it's all going (honestly!), and what this means for the field of digital wellbeing, social media, tech, and my career.
At the end of the episode, you'll hear I am offering a few listeners something very special, so do be sure to give me your feedback to claim this offer!
I hope you enjoy this little update episode!
Consciously Digital | Digital Wellbeing Certification Course: https://www.consciously-digital.com/coaches
Johann Hari: Everything you think you know about addiction is wrong: https://youtu.be/PY9DcIMGxMs
ABOUT CASSIE
I am a social media strategist, podcast host, speaker and digital well-being advocate.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
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On today's show, I am joined by the lovely Sophie Cliff, aka The Joyful Coach, and we're diving deep into what it takes to find joy in the digital age!
Sophie is a certified coach and positive psychology practitioner who uses her expertise to help individuals and organisations flourish by finding more joy and prioritising wellbeing.
She is also the author of Choose Joy: Relieve Burnout, Focus on Your Happiness, and Infuse More Joy into Your Everyday Life.
In this episode, we chat about:
- Sophie's story - how she got to where she is, and what sparked her mission for helping others find joy.
- We discuss Sophie's exciting debut book - Choose Joy, and what you can expect when you pick up a copy!
- We dive into the challenges social media and the internet can bring when it comes to finding joy, but also what the opportunities are.
- Sophie shares her own personal experience of how she manages these challenges and maximises these opportunities.
- She discusses her relationship with social media, and how she manages the pressure of creating content and showing up as a business owner while also making time for the things she values in life.
- And finally, Sophie shares her brilliant tips on how we can start to find more joy in our daily lives, especially when it comes to our digital lives.
I really hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed talking to Sophie!
Learn more about Sophie: https://sophiecliff.com/
Pre-order Choose Joy: https://sophiecliff.com/my-book
Listen to Practical Positivity: https://sophiecliff.com/podcast
Follow Sophie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiecliff/
ABOUT CASSIE
I am a social media strategist, podcast host, speaker and digital well-being advocate.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
Follow Cassie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassie_widders/...
This is an episode I have been waiting to record for a long time and it turned out to be an even better conversation than I could have hoped!
On the show today I'm joined by Deborah and Willow, the founders of Today I Noticed, and we are going to be talking about The Transformative Power of Paying Attention.
In this episode, we chat about...
- What Today I Noticed (TIN) is, and how it helps you be more mindful and creative in your daily life.
- How these two friends came up with the concept of Today I Noticed, and how they began their journey to bring it to life.
- The Attention Economy and how social media, in particular, is the epitome of this, and how TIN aims to serve as an antidote to this.
- What our growing lack of ability to pay attention means for the future of us as a society, and what we can do about it.
- Why creativity and fun play such a big role in this.
- Why paying attention to the small things in life truly is transformational, to you as an individual and to society as a whole.
- Deborah and Willow share their tips on how you can start being more mindful and pay more attention to the little things in life.
It was a wonderfully rich and inspiring conversation, so I hope you enjoy it!
Learn more about Today I Noticed: https://todayinoticed.com/
Follow Today I Noticed on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/today.i.noticed/
ABOUT DEBORAH AND WILLOW
Deborah Huber and Willow Older are the founders of Today Noticed, a creative mindfulness practice based on the transformative power of paying attention.
Deborah is a digital product designer and has worked most of her career in the high-tech industry in various creative and management roles.
Willow is an internationally published writer and professional content marketer who runs her own editorial services business.
They both live in Marin County, California.
ABOUT CASSIE
I am a social media strategist, podcast host, speaker and digital well-being advocate.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
Follow Cassie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassie_widders/...
In today's episode, I am joined by Dionne Slater, a sabotage coach and rapid transformational therapy practitioner, and we are chatting all things comparison and self-sabotage when it comes to the online world.
We discuss:
- How Dionne become a self-sabotage and rapid transformational therapy practitioner.
- We get quite personal when it comes to our own experience of self-sabotage, and discuss how social media makes these things 10x worse, and why that is.
- Dionne shares the common self-sabotage and comparison issues she sees with people who market themselves, and why these are so damaging to themselves and their businesses.
- She shares her advice for anyone who feels they really can't get out of the comparison trap on social media, but needs social media to market their business.
- And finally, Dionne shares practical tips to help us stop self-sabotaging in both our lives and our business.
I hope you find this episode valuable!
ABOUT DIONNE
Dionne is an unconventional, no-BS sabotage coach, certified in Rapid Transformational Therapy who empowers women to stop playing small, finally feel good enough about themselves & START blowing up their biz.
Learn more about Dionne: https://dionne-slater.com/my-story
Connect with Dionne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dionneslater/
Follow Dionne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dionne_slater_/
ABOUT CASSIE
I am a social media strategist, podcast host, speaker and digital well-being advocate.
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/
Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-widders/
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Today I am joined by Nina Blohm, the owner & CEO of Blohm Social Co, a digital marketing agency for women-led brands and businesses. As two social media marketing professionals, we give some insider tips and thoughts as we dive into the topic of mental health when it comes to social media, and share how we as business owners and creators can use it in a healthy way!
We cover:
- Why so many business owners find social media marketing overwhelming
- The endless loop of creating and consuming and how creators and business owners can separate the two
- How we can reduce the amount of time we spend online without sacrificing the growth of our business
- Nina shares what she would say to people who declare you don't need social media to market your business
- Tips to help creators and business owners use social media in a healthy way
- What Nina would change about social media if she could
ABOUT NINA
Nina jumped into the online space head-first after an overseas move and discovered her passion for marketing, strategy, and social media. Nina has been in many roles since entering the online space including marketing lead at a tech agency, social media manager, marketing consultant, and now digital marketing agency owner. She specializes in organic marketing & growth strategies combined with cross-platform marketing & visibility tactics.
Learn more about Nina: https://ninabvirtually.com/
Connect with Nina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blohmsocialco/
Listen to the Biz Booster Podcast: https://ninabvirtually.com/podcast/
CONNECT WITH CASSIE
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk
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This episode follows on from episode number 29, called 'Why We Need To Talk About Digital Wellbeing'. If you haven’t listened to that one first, I’d highly recommend you do as it sets the scene for today’s episode.
Today, I want to help you incorporate digital wellbeing into your life, something I passionately believe we need to do now more than ever.
This is not an episode that will tell you to switch off your notifications, or to not sleep next to your phone. This is an episode where I walk you through some of the steps you need to do to radically and sustainably change your digital habits.
I hope you find this episode valuable.
USEFUL LINKS
https://wellbeing.google/
https://www.rescuetime.com/
https://www.forestapp.cc/
https://bdcdei-prod-media.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/documents/JB0019A_DIGITAL_WELLBENG_PRACTITIONERS_BRIEFING_PAPER_NOV19_WEB_v2.pdf
https://getcoldturkey.com/
CONNECT WITH CASSIE
Learn more about Cassie: https://cassiewidders.co.uk
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Today I am joined by the lovely Lucy Grimwade. Outside of her 9-5, Lucy partners with go-getting, ambitious, and career-driven Future Female Leaders to help them develop, establish and grow their personal brands so they can make an impact, earn more money and amplify their voices.
She also hosts her own podcast - TALK FEMALE FRIDAY, a podcast that is focused on empowering women who want more from their work worlds.
In this episode, Lucy and I have a good honest chat about how we feel about social media, the pressure and the rules, and discuss how to make social media work for you.
Lucy shares how she got sucked into the common traps business owners find themselves in when it comes to marketing their business. We chat about why she felt she needed to do it differently; what steps she put in place to start making social media work for her, and what her relationship with social media looks like now.
We also dive into topics such as being a woman in tech, how social media has helped in the coaching industry's recent boom, and what the positive and negative consequences of that are.
We wrap it up with Lucy sharing her advice for anyone who wants to make social media work for them!
I hope you enjoy this conversation!
Learn more about Lucy: https://lucygrimwade.com/
The Talk Female Friday Podcast: https://lucygrimwade.com/podcast/
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Today I want to tackle a topic that I am really passionate about - digital wellbeing.
I dive into what digital wellbeing is, and why we need to be having a conversation about it now.
In this episode, I not only explain the serious need for more digital wellbeing in our lives, but also dive into the future of our digital lives and the concept of wellbeing within that.
I hope you find this episode valuable, and that it will encourage you to explore digital wellbeing in more depth, as it's a topic I feel so strongly about.
ABOUT CASSIE
With 8+ years of experience as a Social Media Strategist, I work with founders, personal brands, and social media teams on all things from digital wellbeing to sustainable social media strategies. Whether that's through consulting, coaching, speaking or workshops, I empower you to use social media in an intentional, balanced and healthy way, and still get results for your brand.
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Today I'm joined by psychologist-turned-productivity-mentor Jenna Hellberg to talk all things hustle culture.
We chat about what hustle culture is and what it encompasses today, and why it's so prevalent in the online business space.
We dive into a personal story of Jenna's when she ran a photography business - about how online social pressure led to her taking on way too many marketing tasks, and how that impacted her business.
Jenna talks about how she learned to focus only on the most impactful tasks, avoiding the shiny object syndrome of social media, and the pressure to jump on every new platform and trend.
And finally, Jenna shares her advice for anyone who feels they can relate and are feeling the pressure to do certain things because that's what everyone else is doing.
I hope you enjoy this wonderfully valuable conversation!
ABOUT JENNA
Jenna's a recovering "busy person" helping service-based business owners be productive, work-life-balanced humans.
She leans on her training as a psychologist and background as a Finn to help her clients find practical ways to operate in their businesses – without having to hustle or push themselves too hard.
Learn more about Jenna: https://jennahellberg.com
Jenna's resources: https://jennahellberg.com/resources
The Building Balance Podcast: https://jennahellberg.com/podcast
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Today's episode came about after I read an interesting post on social media by Abi Rowley, where she shared how, and why, she was disconnecting from Instagram for the month of August.
Abi is an Online Business Manager who works with Coaches & Mentors so they can increase their impact and income, and take back control of their lives.
After almost a decade of working in the corporate world, she decided enough was enough. She no longer wanted her life to be in the hands of someone else, deciding what she could work on, where she had to work from and how much money she could earn. She wanted freedom and fulfillment, and to live life on her own terms.
Now she uses her results-focused approach, analytical thinking, and collaborative nature to help others do the same.
In today's episode, we discuss:
- Abi's story and how she became an OBM.
- How Instagram has been making her feel, and why she decided to take a step away from it.
- Authenticity and feeling bored with her content.
- How Instagram became a drain on her energy, with the bad clouding the good.
- And how working online has made her feel out of touch with reality.
We also dive into what Abi planned on doing instead for the month of August, the fear of taking a temporary step back from social media platforms, and what Abi would change about Instagram if she could.
We end the conversation with Abi sharing any advice for people who may feel they can relate and are feeling the pressure and the disconnect when it comes to Instagram.
This was such an honest conversation, I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did!
Learn more about Abi: https://abirowley.com
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Digital marketing is an industry that moves fast, but for some reason, the OG that is email marketing seems to resist change. And in many respects, that's the appeal of email. But is it time to rethink some of the methods we use here?
Today, I'm talking lead magnets. Is it outdated? Is it unethical? Is it a waste of our time?
I'd love to hear your thoughts, so send me a DM once you've listened to the episode!
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In today's episode, we're talking all about the future of business and the future of marketing, and why purpose is at the heart of that. I'm joined by Ida Svenonius who runs the change marketing agency Becoming, helping purpose-driven startups scale their business and become change leaders in their industry. From strategy to execution, she supports startups with brand, traction and culture to take their impact to the next level.
Ida started as a filmmaker, studied social anthropology at the University of Cambridge, worked in the tech startup scene in London and Berlin, and developed a deep passion for digital marketing and startups.
At the core, she is deeply curious about what drives human behaviour - and what that means for the business world.
We dive into how she found her purpose, what a business driven by purpose actually looks like, and why it's a necessity for businesses in today's world to have their purpose front and centre of everything they do in order to succeed.
Ida also shares what she would say to skeptics when talking about profit and purpose going hand in hand, as well as what it would look like if everyone approached business in this way.
We end the conversation with Ida sharing her advice to help business owners build a business driven by purpose.
I hope you enjoy the episode!
Learn more about Ida and Becoming: https://www.becomingimpact.com
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Today I am joined by Madis Mark, an Estonian web designer, digital habits coach, book author, and motivational speaker, who, after a life-changing accident as a young person, struggled with depression and video game addiction.
Madis shares his remarkable story of how he overcame his depression, screen, and video game addiction.
It's an incredibly personal story of what real life is like as someone who initially found solace in the online world during a tough period of his life, only to realise that his addiction had taken over his life.
His story is one of resilience, strength, and hope which I know you will all find as inspirational as I do.
Learn more about Madis: https://madismark.com
Madis' story about overcoming pain and depression: https://youtu.be/opi1ZibksOk
Madis' story about gaming addiction: https://madismark.com/my-experiences-as-a-child-who-was-addicted-to-video-games/
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For many, summer is a time where you're balancing work and kids, or work and the desire to be out in the sun...either way it's a time when your attention is being dragged in different directions.
So why not lean into that and allow yourself some breathing space when it comes to your marketing?
I'm a big believer in marketing in seasons and cycles that fit our life, and so this episode is all about helping you take a summer break from social media. We explore not only how, but why you should.
I hope you enjoy the episode.
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Today I am joined by Sarah Santacroce, a self-professed ‘Hippie turned Business Coach’ and author, who works with heart-centered entrepreneurs to question their assumptions when it comes to marketing, and give them permission to market their business their way, the gentle way!
We had a fantastic conversation about why we need a humane marketing revolution!
Over a decade of running a successful LinkedIn Consulting business inspired a yearning in Sarah to create a global movement that encourages people to bring more empathy and kindness to business & marketing.
As a ‘Hippie turned Business Coach’, Sarah has written two books, hosts the Humane Marketing podcast and works with heart-centered entrepreneurs to question their assumptions when it comes to marketing & give them permission to market their business their way, the gentle way!
Sarah shares a fresh perspective and doesn’t shy away from calling things out that no longer work for many of us when it comes to the current marketing model. Her clients sometimes refer to her as ‘the female Seth Godin’.
In today's episode, we chat about Sarah's journey from the owner of a successful LinkedIn consultancy to business coach on a mission to bring more empathy and kindness to the business world, and to bring the Human(e) connection back to marketing.
We dive into what humane marketing actually is and how you can practice it, and why Sarah feels we need this revolution in the way we approach our marketing today.
We end the conversation with Sarah sharing some great tips to help people be a part of this revolution and embrace humane marketing!
I hope you enjoy the episode, if you do, do leave a review!
Learn more about Sarah: https://humane.marketing
Get Sarah's Fill In The Blank Marketing Plan that simplifies your entire sales strategy into a single page: https://humane.marketing/one-page-marketing-plan/
Get a free chapter of Sarah's book - Marketing Like We're Human: https://humane.marketing/marketing-like-were-human
Connect with Sarah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsantacroce/
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Today I am joined by the lovely Carolynne Colbeck, a Kripalu Yoga, Yin Yoga, and Yoga for All teacher. We had a wonderful conversation all about what the pandemic taught her about accessibility and the benefits of the internet.
We discussed what initially drew Carolynne to yoga, and what her work looked like before the pandemic hit. We talked about the pivot, like many of us had to do, into an exclusively online business at the height of COVID-19.
We dive deep into what accessibility really means, what the pandemic and the multiple lockdowns taught her about accessibility, and why the internet gave hope to so many during that time.
We end the conversation with Carolynne sharing some great tips to help you make the most of all the positive aspects the internet can give us, as well as how to have a more accessible business in today’s world.
I hope you enjoy the episode!
About Carolynne
Carolynne is passionate about offering you cozy + accessible practices that allow you to create a collaborative relationship with your whole self.
As a highly-sensitive, creative, earth-loving soul herself, she gets really excited about pulling inspiration from the cycles and rhythms found in the seasons and the moon to put together yoga + self-care practices that help students feel more connected to their whole selves (including all the messiness and imperfections), while aiming to live a life filled with less doing, and more being.
Her passion in accessible yoga lies within the idea that yoga is so much more than being able to touch your toes - your practice is a space where you are welcome to be exactly as you are, no matter who you are.
Yoga has helped Carolynne find and gain the tools that help her navigate all the different facets of being a human in this busy world. That is what she aims to offer you when you enter into her classes.
Learn more about Carolynne: yogawithcarolynne.com
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In today's episode, I am joined by personal development coach Victoria Brennan to talk all about aligning your goals with your actions.
We dived deep into goals: asking why they're important, or are they important at all? Even if we live in a culture that is obsessed with measuring our success!
We dived deep into action, why Victoria often sees goals and action being out of alignment, and what effect them not being in alignment has on us as individuals and business owners.
We also discussed how social media and the online space have contributed to how we think and feel about the goals and actions we take in our lives, and how we are often moved to choose goals that either aren't what we really want, or aren't something we can achieve just yet.
We ended the conversation with Victoria sharing some great tips to help you align your goals with your actions, as well as tips to drown out the noise of social media to focus only on what's in your control, what is possible for you, and your circumstances.
As a personal development coach, Victoria is passionate about helping people do the inner work and to first KNOW themselves. Victoria goes deep, and using a blend of coaching and teaching she helps people retrain their brains, see new perspectives and create life-changing results.
Victoria has been running her coaching business for almost 4 years following a successful career in charity & people development. She now works in three key areas with her clients:
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Identity – Everything they are being.
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Presence- Everything they are doing
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Expansion - Everything they can create.
Every day Victoria helps people to create extraordinary results from the inside out and it was a pleasure to have her on the show. I hope you enjoy the episode!
Learn more about Victoria: https://victoriabrennan.co.uk
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Today's episode is a juicy one! I'm chatting to wellness blogger Thalia Tourikis all about Instagram and The Wellness Industry, and we're asking the question 'is it toxic'?
Thalia is the founder of Notes by Thalia, a personal wellness blog that promotes a healthy work-life balance; one where productivity and self-care can work side by side and you don’t need to sacrifice one over the other. Through her weekly blog posts, Thalia encourages her readers to mindfully navigate and balance their day through sustainable productivity tips and holistic self-care practices, so they can find a moment of calm in a busy world.
In this podcast episode, we dive into Thalia's story of becoming passionate about self-care, but also what that meant for her when she didn't fit the ideal wellness aesthetic she was seeing on social media.
We talk about the wellness industry as a whole; how much it's worth, how fast it's grown, and how it has evolved over the years. But also, how Instagram has influenced, and capitalised, on that evolution.
We talk about the #thatgirl trend on TikTok and Instagram, and dive deeper into the toxic culture online when it comes to wellbeing.
Thalia opens up about what she feels wellness really means, and shares her tips to help you practice self-care in a way that works for you, and not just what you see on Instagram as "the right way".
And finally, we finish on what Thalia thinks the future holds for the wellness industry and the culture of wellbeing and self-care on Instagram.
I absolutely loved this conversation with Thalia, I hope you will too!
Learn more about Thalia: https://notesbythalia.com
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Are you looking to design and build a bespoke social media strategy? Are you (and possibly your team) looking for a practical and immersive day of strategizing? Do you want a bespoke strategy with a clear roadmap that you can implement yourself?
Then let me introduce you to my Sustainable Social Media VIP Day - and the special announcement I have for you today is £1000 off until the 15th of August!
I don't often do sales, especially not of this amount, but I explain why I am all in today's episode, and run you through exactly what you get when you sign up for my Sustainable Social Media VIP Day!
Learn more about the VIP Day here: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/vip-day
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A lot of what is talked about in the world of marketing and online business is scaling...or building...or growing. And that’s often attached to adding more. But actually, there comes a time in every business owner’s journey where that next phase of growth comes from letting go of some things. It comes from focusing your energy on less things in order to do them better. I see this a lot when it comes to social media marketing, specifically with people wanting to let go of a platform.
And honestly, I’m a big advocate for just not being somewhere you don’t want to be. But our businesses are something we have built and nurtured, so of course, it comes with some trepidation when we make a big change. So people always want to know, should I let go of this? And then the really tricky part, when is the right time to let go of this?!
So in today's episode, I walk you through some of the things I do with clients when they are looking to scale back and let go of a platform. Together we usually look at ‘should you?’ and if that’s a yes, we look at ‘when should you?’. Because timing is what can make the biggest difference here.
I hope you find this episode valuable, and if so, do let me know!
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If you could set up your own social media platform, what would it look like? Would it have likes and followers? Or would you do away with that in search of something that better protects our mental wellbeing, while also allowing us to thrive in a creative, purpose-driven space?
Well, that's exactly what my guests today have done!
I sat down with Nick & Karl, the co-founders of Curv, a new social media platform that is working to harness the positive aspects of social media, and actively work to minimise or eliminate the negative aspects.
Curv's mission is to build movements, support changemakers, and drive action, at scale. They are working to build a "global community that can fundamentally and systemically change the direction of corporations, governments and cultures to achieve the social, cultural and environmental prosperity our world needs; and all on a safer, healthier platform that eloquently combines purpose with profits".
Sounds pretty exciting right?
In this episode, I get to ask Nick & Karl all about Curv and how it works, but I also dive into some of the tougher aspects of sticking to their values as they seek to grow.
I hope you find this episode interesting and inspiring! It is a culmination of the 5-part series I've had the pleasure of recording with Nick Smallman, where we explored the perils of social media and our addiction to our phones. This final episode is to show you what a brighter future for social media can look like!
To find out more, and to join Curv, head here: https://joincurv.com
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Today's episode is all about Sophy and her personal journey when it comes to her relationship with social media. In her business, she's experimented with removing herself completely from social media, to using it with intention after being inspired by the philosophy of digital minimalism.
We chat about how and why Sophy found herself looking for a way to be more intentional with her time online. We discuss her decision and the consequences for her business of coming off social media completely, and what she learnt from that time off. And we chat about why she decided to come back to social media, but in a way that far worked better for herself and her business.
Sophy Dale is a Brand Messaging Strategist & Story Coach who helps people put their secret sauce into words, so that perfect-fit clients will immediately ‘get’ what they do, love their take on it and will line up to work with them. After a career in publishing and the books world, she has been running an online business for over a decade and works with clients all over the world.
I hope you enjoy this conversation just as much as I did!
Learn more about Sophy: https://www.sophydale.com
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Today I am joined by Chelsea Wallace, the Launch Copy Coach, a Launch Coach and High-Ticket Copywriter who has helped hundreds of online brands execute multi-5 and 6-figure marketing campaigns, grossing over $3,000,000 in revenue.
As The Launch Copy Coach, she supports online coaches and course creators who want to create high-revenue launches but refuse to compromise their well-being to do so.
She helps coaches and course creators build automatic lush and sustainable luxury into their high-dollar launches, maintaining sustainability and profitability along the way.
In this episode, we are talking all about how to launch without burnout.
We chat about Chelsea's story, and how she found herself in this space; we discuss launch trauma, burnout during launching, and why this culture is still mainstream; Chelsea dives into how you launch without burnout; and finally, we discuss the future of the online business space, course creation & launching.
I hope you find this episode valuable!
Learn more about Chelsea:https://thechelseawallace.com
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I'm back with Nick Smallman for the 4th installment of our 5-part series, exploring our relationship with, and dependency on, our phones and social media.
In today's episode, Nick and I are talking about social media and mental health, but perhaps not on the topics most of us are used to hearing on this subject.
We chat about online bullying and harassment; 'the victims and victimizers'.
We talk about information overload, and the need to have an opinion and use your voice.
We dive into body image in the metaverse, parasocial relationships, and the impact of visibility.
It was a fascinating conversation and I hope you enjoy it!
Nick Smallman is the founder and CEO of Working Voices. He has been at the top of his profession for two decades and in recent years has turned his attention to the perilous relationship between humans and technology.
Over the last 20 years, Nick has developed more than 50 courses, workshops, and seminars in all areas of human communication. He has lectured at the London Business School and Columbia Business School and counts some of the world’s most successful companies as his clients such as JP Morgan, Sony Music, Goldman Sachs, and BlackRock. He works with politicians on both sides of the Atlantic, as well as with charities and non-profit organisations, and enjoys mentoring young entrepreneurs.
Learn more about Nick: https://yourlifeonsocialmedia.com
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Some resources that may help you if you feel social media is affecting your mental health or general wellbeing:
Great Resources: https://yourlifeonsocialmedia.com/resources/
Help for Online Bullying: https://www.cybersmile.org/advice-help
Online Mental Health: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/online-mental-health/about-online-mental-health/
Make Social Media Work For (Rather Than Against) Your Mental Health: https://paintedbrain.org/mental-health/make-social-media-work-for-rather-than-against-your-mental-health/
How To Look After Your Mental Health Online with Jo Hooper: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-social-self-podcast/id1606710402?i=1000556244503
I asked you guys to send in your questions, and you delivered! So here is a little Q&A episode where I answer some of the following questions...
- If you were to start your business and social media again, what would you do differently?
- What inspired you to create a podcast that addresses both mental health and business-related issues?
- How did you and your husband meet and why are you moving to Borneo?
- How do you feel about Instagram trying to be TikTok?
- How do you break the hustle mentality that business owners should be online 24/7 chasing clients?
- Have you ever thought of quitting social media? Would you be on it if you weren’t marketing your business?
- What made you start your business?
- What’s your biggest frustration/challenge with social media?
- What parts do you love about your job?
- Have you ever taken risks in your business?
- Do you see yourself doing this forever?
- If you could have three people at a dinner table who would you have?
I hope you enjoy the episode and thank you to everyone who sent in their questions!
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Today I am joined by Anyo Green, the founder of Northern Bee Marketing, a female-owned social media and marketing agency. In this episode, we are talking all about ethical marketing - what is it, and how you can practice it.
Anyo has a decade of social media and marketing experience. She first dabbled in marketing as a self-taught enthusiast back when Pinterest was an invite-only platform! Her passion led her to work full-time where she marketed it all from wedding favours and bed frames to services from some of the UK's leading companies.
We chat all about Anyo's journey, and how and why she decided to make ethical marketing an integral part of her business and services.
We dive into some unethical marketing practices and how you can avoid them, what the future holds for marketing, and why ethical marketing needs to be a part of that conversation.
I hope you find this episode as valuable as I did!
Learn more about Anyo: https://northernbeemarketing.com
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No, this episode is not about climate change. It's about information online - misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation. But the reason we argue it's humanity's greatest challenge is that we cannot solve some of the greatest challenges of our time, like climate change, without the correct information. We cannot solve these challenges while misinformation is spread, while there is no way of knowing whether what we're reading is fact or not, and while propaganda prevails.
The result of what we are consuming is, we believe, one of today's greatest challenges.
Whether that is unintentional mistakes such as inaccurate statistics, translations, or when satire is taken seriously, to fabricated or deliberately manipulated content, intentionally created conspiracy theories or rumors, or a deliberate change of context, date, or time of genuine content, this topic is the problem we as a society need to solve if we are to progress.
This is the third installment of my 5-part series with Nick exploring our relationship with our phones and social media in an attempt to solve this extraordinarily human problem.
Nick Smallman is the founder and CEO of Working Voices. He has been at the top of his profession for two decades and in recent years has turned his attention to the perilous relationship between humans and technology.
Over the last 20 years, Nick has developed more than 50 courses, workshops, and seminars in all areas of human communication. He has lectured at the London Business School and Columbia Business School and counts some of the world’s most successful companies as his clients such as JP Morgan, Sony Music, Goldman Sachs, and BlackRock. He works with politicians on both sides of the Atlantic, as well as with charities and non-profit organisations, and enjoys mentoring young entrepreneurs.
I hope you find this episode valuable!
Learn more about Nick: https://yourlifeonsocialmedia.com
Follow Nick on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NickSmallman
Join Nick's workshop in London: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-social-media-is-ruining-your-life-and-what-to-do-about-it-tickets-176355412787?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
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Rabbit Hole: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/rabbit-hole/id1507423923
Social media is both powerful and debilitating. It can be a connector and a separator. It can be an opportunity or adversity. And so with that there often comes a time in a business owner's journey when we question whether or not we need to be there at all.
What I hope this episode gives you is an insight from the perspective of someone who works in social media, who helps business owners market their business in a sustainable way, about whether or not you should be on social media in 2022.
With years of experience helping personal brands and service-based business owners market their businesses successfully online, I wanted to use that experience to be totally honest about what it takes to make it work, to help you navigate some of those frustrations around social media, and show you some of the realistic and practical options available to you if you don't want to be on social media.
This episode isn't about a right or wrong way. It's about helping you fully understand all the options available to you so that you can make an informed choice based on what's best for you and your business.
I hope you enjoy the episode!
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Some resources that may help you if you feel social media is affecting your mental health or general wellbeing:
Great Resources: https://yourlifeonsocialmedia.com/resources/
Online Mental Health: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/online-mental-health/about-online-mental-health/
Make Social Media Work For (Rather Than Against) Your Mental Health: https://paintedbrain.org/mental-health/make-social-media-work-for-rather-than-against-your-mental-health/
How To Look After Your Mental Health Online with Jo Hooper: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-social-self-podcast/id1606710402?i=1000556244503
This week I'm chatting to Vadrine Boullé (aka Vadz), a marketing strategist and business coach for service providers. We chat all about her story....an island girl born and raised in the Seychelles who, after graduating from law school in London, completely disagreed with the system and decided to chart her own path to 6 figures in the virtual space!
We talk about how her blogging side hustle while studying law turned into a profitable passion; what her family felt about her decision to leave law behind and become an online business owner; and whether or not she ever has any regrets.
Today, Vadrine helps service providers, consultants and freelancers start and grow sustainable and profitable businesses using high-performing systems, innovative strategies, and simple sales so they can achieve their version of success.
Her mission is to continue to impact a generation of empowered, fulfilled, and inspired business owners who not only dare to chase their dreams, but have access to the knowledge and support to do so.
I really hope you enjoy this episode!
Learn more about Vadz: https://vanillavadz.com
Follow Vadz on Instagram: @vanilla_vadz
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Nick Smallman is the founder and CEO of Working Voices. He has been at the top of his profession for two decades and in recent years has turned his attention to the perilous relationship between humans and technology.
Over the last 20 years, Nick has developed more than 50 courses, workshops, and seminars in all areas of human communication. He has lectured at the London Business School and Columbia Business School and counts some of the world’s most successful companies as his clients such as JP Morgan, Sony Music, Goldman Sachs, and BlackRock. He works with politicians on both sides of the Atlantic, as well as with charities and non-profit organisations, and enjoys mentoring young entrepreneurs.
This is the second installment of our 5-part series exploring our relationship with our phones and social media in an attempt to solve this extraordinarily human problem.
This episode focuses on our addiction to our phones, and Nick and I walk you through his smartphone addiction test, which is adapted from a smartphone addiction test developed by Dr David Greenfield – founder of the Centre for Internet and Technology Addiction.
I hope you enjoy the second installment of this 5-part series. Join us over the coming months as we explore our relationship with the technology in our lives, culminating in how there is a brighter future for the online space on the horizon.
Take the smartphone addiction test: https://yourlifeonsocialmedia.com/smartphone-addiction-test/
Learn more about Nick: https://yourlifeonsocialmedia.com
Follow Nick on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NickSmallman
Join Nick's workshop in London: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-social-media-is-ruining-your-life-and-what-to-do-about-it-tickets-176355412787?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
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Before we dive into today’s episode, do make sure you give the episode "What Is Digital Minimalism?" a listen if you haven’t already, as it'll help so much before you begin this one!
Today I want to follow on from that episode to ask the question: digital minimalism and running a business, can you really have both? There are a lot of promises in the world of social media marketing, so I want to bust some myths today and explore the practicalities and realities behind incorporating digital minimalism into your business.
Towards the end of the show I’ll also be diving into how I used digital minimalism in my marketing strategy to allow me to work a much-reduced schedule over the summer, so be sure to stick around for that part too.
I hope you find this episode valuable!
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In today's episode, I am joined by the multi-talented Ceri Lloyd, author, actress, yoga teacher, and business owner.
Ceri is passionate about living a more sustainable, mindful, and healthier lifestyle, and has poured her values into every aspect of her business.
We chat about why it's so important to pause, especially when there is a constantly 'on' button when it comes to technology. We dive into how you stay connected to yourself, others, and nature in this digital age, with Ceri sharing her wisdom on why she feels this is important to do, especially when a lot of our connection occurs online these days.
We also discuss what we think the future holds for people wanting to embrace slow living in a world that seems to only be speeding up.
I hope you enjoy the episode!
Learn more about Ceri and her wellness membership here: https://www.saib.yoga
Follow Ceri on Instagram: @ceri_lloyd
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Nick Smallman is the founder and CEO of Working Voices. He has been at the top of his profession for two decades and in recent years has turned his attention to the perilous relationship between humans and technology.
Over the last 20 years, Nick has developed more than 50 courses, workshops, and seminars in all areas of human communication. He has lectured at the London Business School and Columbia Business School and counts some of the world’s most successful companies as his clients such as JP Morgan, Sony Music, Goldman Sachs, and BlackRock. He works with politicians on both sides of the Atlantic, as well as with charities and non-profit organisations, and enjoys mentoring young entrepreneurs.
I had the pleasure of sitting down with him in the first of our 5-part series exploring our relationship with our phones and social media in an attempt to solve this extraordinarily human problem.
This episode focuses on tech in the workplace and the common issues our phone habits can cause here, including lack of productivity, critical thinking, and deep work.
I hope you enjoy the first in this 5-part series. Join us over the coming months as we explore our smartphone addiction, culminating in how there is a brighter future for social media on the horizon.
Learn more about Nick: https://yourlifeonsocialmedia.com
Follow Nick on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NickSmallman
Join Nick's workshop in London: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-social-media-is-ruining-your-life-and-what-to-do-about-it-tickets-176355412787?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Learn more about Cassie: www.cassiewidders.co.uk
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Can you really take a summer off as a small business owner?
In today's bonus mini-episode, I review my experience experimenting with a seasonal business model. I chat about how my desire to slow down, disconnect from technology, and be outdoors more with my husband over the summer, led me to further my quest for a more life-first approach to business.
I'll dive into exactly how I planned for this, changed my services to accommodate it, and whether or not it actually worked!
I hope you enjoy the episode!
Learn more about my 6 month 1 to 1 coaching programme: https://cassiewidders.co.uk/sustainable-social-media-coaching
The doors close on April 30th and will reopen on September 1st.
[BONUS MINISODE] What is digital minimalism? : https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-social-self-podcast/id1616647917?i=1000555581225
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Today I'm joined by Jo Hooper, founder of Mad and Sad Club. Jo helps chronically ill, mentally ill and neurodivergent pals build businesses as beautifully different as they are!
She passionately believes that work can be easy, fun and supportive, and is on a mission to change the world of work one small business at a time.
We chatted all about mental health, boundaries, shame, fear of rest, and different definitions of success, and Jo shares her wisdom on how to look after your mental health on social media. I really hope you find the episode as valuable as I did!
Learn more about Jo: https://madandsadclub.co.uk
Follow Jo on Instagram: https://instagram.com/madandsadclub
Join her newsletter community: https://madandsadclub.co.uk/email/
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Today's episode is with my friend Nico, a content creator from the UK who has been living and working in China for the past 5 years.
Nico loves nothing more than trying new food and learning about the vibrant mix of cultures that exist throughout the country, and she documents her experiences on YouTube and Instagram with the goal of helping others learn more about China!
This was a great conversation all about life as a YouTuber, talking about the positive and negative aspects, comparison, how to make money as a creator, taking time off, and what needs to change to help more creators make this their career.
Plus we couldn't resist talking about life in China, travel, and following your passion!
I thoroughly enjoyed catching up with Nico, I hope you enjoy this episode!
Subscribe to Nico's YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/Nicofilms
Follow Nico on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearenico/
Visit Nico's website: https://www.wearenico.com
One of my all-time favourite video of Nico's: https://youtu.be/6BOBeeVoaMk
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In this week's episode, I am joined by Emma Griffin, the founder of Emma Griffin Writes, a copywriting studio delivering coaches, consultants and creatives personality-packed copy for websites, email campaigns and launches. Before starting her business she worked for fashion and lifestyle brands, including The White Company and Mint Velvet, and has since collaborated with Bloom and Wild, Selfridges, Monica Vinader, and many more leading British brands.
Both Emma and I have been in the online business world for many years and in this podcast episode we chat about the highs and lows of running your own business online, marketing yourself on social media, and what you can do to stay sane, happy, and mindful when running an online business. I hope you enjoy it!
Learn more about Emma: https://www.emmagriffinwrites.co.uk
Connect with Emma on Instagram: @emmagriffinwrites
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Maggie, Small Business Boss: https://smallbusinessboss.co
What exactly is digital minimalism?
In today's bonus mini-episode, I explain exactly what digital minimalism is, and why I feel we should embrace this concept in our life and our business.
I hope you enjoy the episode!
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The Book: Digital Minimalism https://www.calnewport.com/books/digital-minimalism/
Two Millenials, business owners, and good friends get together to talk all about social media, nostalgia, and running an online business!
We chat about our time before social media, how our usage of it has changed over the years, and how it's helped build our businesses.
Yes, we laugh about the days of MySpace, feeling old, and navigating our friendships in the age of social media.
If you want an episode that feels like you're having a good chat over a cup of tea with some friends, this is for you. I hope you enjoy it!
Emma Wilkens is the founder and virtual assistant behind Noted PA Services. She is a designer, facilitator and work wife all smushed into one!
Emma is on a mission to simplify, automate and streamline processes for overwhelmed business owners to bring that feeling of control back into the working day.
Emma’s Website: Notedpa.com
Emma’s Instagram: @Noted_pa
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Virtually You; the dangerous powers of the e-personality: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/8411853-virtually-you
In this very first episode of The Social Self Podcast, I dive into how I found myself on a quest to be more intentional with my time online. I take you right back to the exact incident that made me decide to radically transform my relationship with social media and my online habits, what kind of a rabbit hole it sent me down, and where I find myself now.
From burnout to digital minimalism, this is a social media strategist's journey to find purpose and balance in a digital world.
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The Book: Digital Minimalism https://www.calnewport.com/books/digital-minimalism/
Social media memes! https://www.instagram.com/workinsocialtheysaid/
Are our lives online benefitting us, or harming us? Can you have a healthy relationship with social media? And if so, how do people do it? Social media has become a big part of our lives, but what does this mean for the way we communicate and identify with ourselves and others? What does this mean for our mental health?
Join me, Cassie Widders, a Social Media Strategist on my never-ending quest to discover how we can be more intentional with our time online, and how we can have a healthier relationship with social media. I talk all things tech and culture to ask ‘are our lives online benefitting us or harming us?’.
On The Social Self podcast, I’ll use all my experience in the industry as well as chat to creators and business owners, experts from tech, academia, and more, to explore how our lives online are benefiting us, and harming us. You’ll hear stories from both ends of the spectrum when it comes to people’s experiences online, from topics as diverse as mental health, cancel culture, creativity, and making a living online.
So if you’d like to hear honest conversations about social media and culture and what the internet is doing to us, and explore ways we can be on social media in a positive and productive way, join me every Tuesday, and don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. I hope you enjoy the pod!
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