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Insider InformationWhat to expect, when you're not expecting.Wait...is something wrong with our title? Does it remind you of a movie perhaps? Yes, the one with Jennifer Lopez. What to expect, when you're expecting. However, we are not pregnant and this is not something you can particularly plan for. In this episode, we delve into what zero expectations can bring. Even when expecting the unexpected you are still expecting something...wow that was really confusing.
The point is, what happens when you have zero expectations? What does your life look life? How do you feel? How do you approach life? Have we...2021-02-2114 minInsider InformationFrom 'auto-pilot' to 'on purpose'Ever hear the saying "A man is but the product of his thoughts, what he thinks, he becomes"? Well Gandhi knew the tea! And the choir said, Amen!
Intentions, intentions, intentions, everything is always better said in three's. These notions are are as fleeting as emotions. They are subject to change throughout the course of our lives, days and hours. However, the sentiment behind each of them serve their purpose. To be reminded that we can always stay connected with how we choose to feel and that we are somewhat connected with what we choose...2021-02-1408 minInsider InformationSustainable TransitionsHave you ever truly sat for a while and thought about the air you breathe in?...Okay, maybe that's a little too abstract and existential. How about have you ever thought about the toothbrush you're using the plastics, although, medical grade, effects on your health, or the toothpaste you're using? Have you thought about all the takealot packaging that comes with every purchase and where it goes...aah we must sound like environmental activists. The point is you'd be surprised the long standing effects that everything you do on a daily is actually making on your life, we're talking...2021-02-0228 minInsider InformationRewriting Body Confidence: Not just a summer bodyThe final episode of our Body Confidence series. This may be a trigger for some people talking about food, exercises and lifestyles. So please take care of your mind and heart. Understanding what body confidence is and how it is actually defined by many people we asked our good friend 'Google' to help us out. According to Free-Being-Me.com, ' Body confidence is how a person feels about the way they look. When we have body confidence we accept, and are happy with, how we look and what our bodies can do.' Do you agree with this definition...2021-01-2420 minInsider InformationRewriting Body Confidence: Mind over MatterAh, the beauty of a New Year...let's hope this one keeps us sane. And speaking of sanity, we can all agree 2020 was a true test of our relationships, health, finances and mostly our minds. Mental sanity has always been so important but, it has become even more important as we step into the year of 2021. Understanding our minds chatter, operations and triggers will allow us to understand ourselves better and how to appropriately and lovingly treat ourselves when living our day to day lives.
Join us as we unpack unhealthy mindsets, social media illusions...2021-01-1741 minInsider InformationRewriting Body Confidence Part 1Welcome, welcome to the new year of 2021. We hope you enjoy your stay. We've given you some time to settle in and familiarize yourself with your goals and shake off whatever 2020 residue is left with you. And with a new year comes a whole lot of pressure surrounding your goals and new found habits. Join us this week as we discuss all things surrounding 'body confidence', 'our fitness and mental health journeys and how we view generic health and fitness and well-being conversations and standards. 2021-01-1019 minInsider InformationS02 E01 : It's beginning to cost a lot like ChristmasPicture this : you're at the mall and realise you haven't bought a Christmas gift for your friends...you're racking your brain to think of something to get them, but you can't think of anything. Wouldn't it be easier if there was a list of gift ideas you could get them, that are thoughtful, relevant and you know they will use?
Well, well, well... you've tuned into the right podcast episode. With Christmas around the corner and covid-19 having created a deeper hole in our pockets this time around, we thought it would be a good idea...2020-12-1624 minInsider InformationS01 E02: The one where Monica and Rachel test their friendships.Similarities and differences, are mechanisms used to categorize our lives. If you had to take a look at your friends, the groups you associate with, whether that may be in the work place or casual social gatherings, who are the go-to-people you drift towards and why? This week we discuss our friend groups, what values we need in friendships and how we deal with conflict with friends. Understanding who we are as individuals gives us insight into who we attract into our lives and more so, who we allow into our inner circle.
Do you have...2020-11-2918 minInsider InformationExpect the unexpected, Deviations, Generation Z QuestionsExpect the unexpected... a common phrase thrown around in movies when frivolous situations happen and used as a cool 'exit' line. But do we truly understand what it means , do we truly learn to expect the unexpected, do we truly know how to deal with unexpected situations?
Are you an objective yogi who has the ability to view unexpected deviences in a calm manner...or are you someone who feels overwhelmed by an unexpected deviance? Trust us, everyone is feeling overwhelmed and taken by surprise by 2020.
So, join us as we talk about comfortability...2020-11-2218 minInsider InformationS01 E01 : I'll be there for you (Monica and Rachel Edition).The one where Monica meets Rachel. Friendships are an ever evolving aspect in life that we are constantly engaged with. Some of us have friends that we have known since birth (arranged friendships), some a few years and others a few months. But each of them have been with us in different stages of our lives. Unknowingly or knowingly our perspective of friends and friendships have changed, how we choose friends and how we are as a friend to others.
Join us as we (Monica and Rachel, jk) reminisce on how we became...2020-11-1516 minInsider InformationOut with the old and In with the new.Think about this...you've had a full day of work, emails; meetings; zoom calls the list goes on, and the people you live with come home and have expected you to do other chores. How do you feel? What is your response? Do you ever find yourself wondering how the older generations view the modern day work week? Well, this episode is all about modern day working hours and routines that are different from the normal 9-5 working hours, how we deal with clashing views of work and organisation and the stressors that come along with it.
2020-11-0811 minInsider InformationProductivity TrainAh, the age old tale of productivity. In this episode we share some of our experiences with productivity pressure, what society deems as productive and unproductive and where we find ourselves on that continuum. Do we happily buy a ticket for a ride on the 'Productivity Train' also known as 'sleep is for the weak' or do we choose to sit at the station, knowing that even if we miss our train another is going in that same direction later on?
Join us as we discuss both ends of the spectrum and let us know whether...2020-11-0117 minInsider Information'Keeping The Peace'This Sunday's episode is all about Keeping the Peace. Is walking away the best decision to make in a heated discussion? Is keeping quiet or voicing your emotions, wise choices? Where does the term 'keeping the peace' come from? How does it make us feel? Is it a punishment or a 'praise worthy' choice? Who does it affect more, males or females? Join us as we discuss the concept of Keeping the peace and how we would deal with different scenarios...2020-10-2519 minInsider InformationAccepting, grieving, and reminiscing (Lockdown Edition)We're Danelle and Kaitlynne and this is our very first podcast episode of The Insider Information Podcast.
In this episode of The Insider Information we share some of our lockdown experiences and how we've dealt with the ebbs and flows of everyday life.
Join us as we delve into some of our pre-covid memeories, clubs, cute outfits and everything in between.
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