Episode 162 - WWYBD?! My Sister is Mad At Me, Working Remote and Terrible Eyebrows
It’s the last Friday of the month, so you know what that means - a new WWYBD?! episode, where we answer listener submitted questions. Listeners can submit questions any time via our website, and then we pull questions to fit a specific theme.
WWYBD topics this month include sister drama and unrealistic expectations, moving to a new state, whether or not to do the digital nomad lifestyle, helping a friend with bad eyebrows, and more! And as always, Allison and Ceara catch up on life - Allison recently returned from Tulum, Mexico, and Ceara is headed to Philadelphia and Charleston.
LISTENER QUESTIONS:
My sister has been traveling for work and living in different places for a short time. every time she goes to a new place she expects my family and I to come visit and vacation in that city. I want to go but i don’t make as much money as the rest of my family and i have other plans for my budget like my own trips or paying off debt, I’m also hoping to get engaged and plan (and pay for) wedding events this coming year. I feel constant pressure and also fomo that i can’t go on these family trips. I also feel resentment from my sister that i don’t visit her. What would you do in my situation?
I am getting ready to move to a new state in 6 months! Last time I moved states was for college and only had a few boxes, but now I have a whole apartments worth of things! Any tips for making a big move less daunting?
My bf and I are considering a sort of digital nomad lifestyle and traveling cross country while working remote! Any advice?
My best friend of all time has an AWFUL eyebrow shape. I don’t notice it much but my friends/sisters ask when I’m going to let her know it’s time to change them. Her hair is blonde, her brows are dark brown, and they are basically an upside down U. We tell each other everything and I know I should tell her. But also, she can do her own style, she’s happy with her brows and I don’t want to make her insecure. Would you tell/suggest, and if so, how?
CHAPTERS:
(00:00) Introduction and Housekeeping
(00:45) Catch up and Tulum Trip
(03:01) Super Bowl Flight
(03:30) Tulum
(04:00) Sweat Lodge Ceremony
(04:27) Benefits of Sweat Lodge
(05:24) Vulnerability and Ayahuasca
(06:21) Duration and Experience of Sweat Lodge
(07:28) Effects on Body Temperature
(09:04) Positive Affirmations and Closing Ceremony
(10:11) Other Activities in Tulum
(11:08) Cacao and Tacos in Tulum
(13:04) Getting Sick from Street Tacos
(14:22) Unhinged Era and Future Travel Plans
(14:46) Upcoming Trip to Pennsylvania
(16:09) Documenting Grandmother's Stories
(20:22) Welcome Party and Wedding Preparations
(21:12) Recognized by a Podcast Listener
(23:35) Reunion with College Roommate
(24:29) The Joy of Friendship and Roommates
(25:27) The Challenges of Adult Friendships
(26:24) Creating Meaningful Connections
(26:52) Group Trips and Creating Lasting Memories
(28:20) Balancing Personal Priorities and Family Expectations
(28:40) Navigating Sister Drama
(33:09) Being Supportive and Understanding
(33:34) Normalizing Acceptance of Financial Limitations
(34:56) Preparing for a Big Move
(35:26) Minimizing Possessions and Simplifying
(36:46) Considering the Cost of Moving
(37:13) Letting Go of Sentimental Items
(38:08) Creating Routine and Structure While Traveling
(39:58) Trying Out the Lifestyle Before Committing
(40:27) Maintaining a Routine and Grounding Practices
(46:25) Respecting Individual Style Choices
MENTIONS:
Allison's Tulum Recs (Otti, Holistika, Temezcal)
Ansley's Episode - Environmental Wellness
Ceara’s Relatives Inn - 1777 Americana Inn
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