thirtea minutes: Recent Episodes
kerri & karen
a new podcast series where two best friends sit down every Sunday for 30 minutes and chat over tea about relationships, career, growth, and everything inspirational in between.
happy new year! it’s a new year, but same me - that’s the mindset we’d like to encourage, at least! in this episode, we discuss new year resolutions and what they mean to us, including how we see the new year as a continuation of the goals we have been previously working on and remembering to celebrate the progress we have made for ourselves despite good and not-so-good outcomes. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
it’s (the end of) november, which, for some of us, is movember! we are excited to bring this up as we’ve noticed that there has been more awareness for men’s mental health in recent years - a segment of (men’s) health that we feel has been deeply neglected and also a topic we are passionate about. we share our observations regarding mental health for the men in our life as well as from an asian cultural perspective, and also share advice on how we can encourage those around us to be more understanding and compassionate for the men around us. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
when we’re in a serious relationship, it is helpful to set and share common goals - both individually and as a couple. we share different perspectives on what achieving goals together look like, while ensuring we aren’t forgetting about our own aspirations as well. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
we return from an (impromptu) hiatus and spend this session doing a love and health check-in to see what we have been up to, along with a friendly reminder that even when people aren’t feeling 100%, they can still be great, inspiring, and touching for others in a different way. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
while we have been doing some self-reflection in our last few episodes and discussing how we’ve learned and improved the situations in our lives, there was a time when we lived in discontentment and truly believed that this was as good as it got. in this episode, we open up about how we recognized the hard truth that we were settling for less and decided it was finally time to walk away to give ourselves a better opportunity to find what we deserved. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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growing up, we never really understood the concept of “self-love” - the idea simply didn’t exist due to our childhood, upbringing, and cultural background. after having gone through many years of hardship, self-doubt, and grief, we have finally discovered and learned what it truly means to love yourself, and how it means something different for everyone. it is very much a continuous work-in-progress for us, but we have learned that much of it is learning to put yourself first, be kind and forgiving to yourself, and recognize your self-worth. in this episode, we discuss how we came to this self-discovery and share insights on how to love yourself. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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sometimes we say yes to others so often that we forget to take a moment to say yes to ourselves. other times, we let fear consume our minds, and we lose ourselves to rejecting any chances of new opportunities, experiences, and happiness. in this episode, we talk about self-love and worth and share different perspectives on recognizing and changing our mindset, setting boundaries, and how to finally say yes (and no) for ourselves. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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we take a deeper dive into the latter stages of the job searching process, particularly finding confidence when it comes to discussing and negotiating the offer as well as accepting the job. sometimes, we focus so much on getting a job that we might overlook the things that are important to us, including professional development, work-life balance, and most importantly, our worth. we sit down and discuss ways to mitigate any future dissatisfaction by asking the right questions, setting our priorities straight, and negotiating and accepting the best offer. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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in this episode, we sit down and talk about how our experience with job searching has been like during the pandemic. the job market is now more competitive than ever, which means it important we stay strong, supportive, and encouraging for one another. we share insights on what we’ve learned from a hiring standpoint as well as a job candidate’s perspective, and how we can further improve our job applications, interview preparation, skills, and more. most of all, we feel for you, and encourage you to not feel discouraged because we believe a great opportunity is coming. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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life gets really rough sometimes, and more often than not, we get caught up in our own heads, fall into a rut, and struggle to get up and out. some might say it feels like drowning. in this episode, we sit down and revisit some of the lowest points of our lives, discuss how we've overcome our obstacles, and celebrate and thank ourselves for fighting through and becoming who we are today. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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in our 17th episode, we sit down and have a heartwarming chat on reconnecting with those we've lost touch or had a falling out with during our lives. we share our experiences on how we have reconnected with people both successfully as well as not, and discuss thoughtful approaches to take when reaching out. and if it doesn't work out? we suggest taking a moment to celebrate the ones who are important and present in our lives. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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we are raising awareness for mental health week (may 3rd-9th) and fighting against the stigma surrounding this topic. we want you to know it is ok to feel however it is that you are feeling, that your emotions and situations (no matter what they are) are valid, and that it is ok to be vulnerable and ask for help. in this episode, we talk about the misperceptions and assumptions when it comes to mental health, and how we've both dealt with it in our own lives - offering different perspectives on finding ourselves with as well as without the help of therapy - and how going either route is okay. we also share tips on what and what not to do when showing care and support to a loved one who may be going through a difficult time. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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in this episode of thirtea minutes, Kerri and Karen do a friendly check-in and catch up with each other (despite seeing one another very often). from touching on Karen's up and coming cake venture, to learning about Kerri's newfound hobbies as well as sharing odd fun facts, we fill listeners in on our day-to-day during this mellow time. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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in our 14th episode, we sit down and talk about Kerri's recent Netflix binge on teenage shows and movies and how they have inspired us to talk about our own childhood as well as impacts on our parenting method in the future. we also open up about our own thoughts on how media may influence the younger generation and what ways we can positively impact the youth. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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in this episode, we sit down and talk about different financial instruments that can help achieve your financial goals, as well as our own experiences with some of the different investment options available and what to be mindful of when approaching the market. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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in our 12th episode, we sit down and talk about what financial independence means for us as well as effective ways to manage our budget, have savings while eliminating debt, and be self-conscious and honest with ourselves when balancing our income and expenses. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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in our 11th episode, we sit down and talk about the current real estate market landscape in metro Vancouver, our own experiences shopping in both pre-owned and pre-sale properties, and recommendations on what factors to account for when purchasing your first home. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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in our tenth episode, we sit down and talk about shopping habits that we have noticed in our daily lives, ways to improve and reduce spontaneous and impulsive shopping behaviors, and how to shop smarter to avoid sales tactics that encourage unnecessary spending. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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in our ninth episode, we sit down and chat about online dating, particularly about newly trending app features, types of scams to be wary of, our own perspectives on modern and traditional dating ideals, and how to be safe while having fun. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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in our eighth episode, we talk about traditional Chinese weddings including the significance of the preparations, rituals for a happy and prosperous marriage, and celebrations leading up to and on the day of the event. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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in this episode, we sit down and talk about racism against asians from a global perspective, the rise in anti-asian hate crimes in north america, and the impact it is having on our community. we share insights from our own asian upbringing, how it has shaped our lives, and ways to have the conversation about racism as well as embrace new perspectives. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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in our sixth episode, we sit down and chat briefly about valentine's day as well as share the significance of the lunar new year, our own family values, and how we have learned to embrace and appreciate our chinese culture and traditions for this celebration. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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in our fifth episode, we sit down and continue our conversation about covid-19, highlighting updates from around the world, with a focus on Canada in particular, and share some of our own self-care tips to manage and promote mental health and wellness. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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in our fourth episode, we sit down and talk about our own covid-19 experiences, as well as the ever changing and current regulations around the pandemic in Canada, how it has impacted our lives, and ways to combat covid fatigue and find work-life balance, especially when working from home. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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in our third episode, we sit down and share insights from our own long-distance relationship experiences including understanding what compatibility may entail, appreciating the importance of effective communication, and learning about the significance of the five love languages to maintain and improve our relationships. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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welcome back to thirtea minutes!
in our second episode, we sit down and talk about our experiences with long-distance relationships, and some of the pressures and difficulties, as well as means of support and methods to overcome struggles couples may face.
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happy new year!
welcome to thirtea minutes - a new podcast series where two best friends sit down every Sunday for 30 minutes and chat over tea about relationships, career, growth, and everything inspirational in between.
in our first episode, we sit down and talk about who we are, what inspired thirtea minutes, as well as what’s to come. pour a cup, take a seat, and join us.
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