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Been Trying To Meet YouCrystals, Toes, and Shrek: Olivia Reiman Makes Jim SquirmThis Week on the “Been Trying to Meet You” Podcast: Olivia Reiman Joins the Chaos!
In what might be our most hilarious (and awkward) episode yet, Olivia Reiman—photographer, podcaster, crystal connoisseur, and, oh yeah, Jim’s wife—stops by to make everyone squirm, especially her husband. The chemistry is palpable, the tension is real, and Jim might not survive this one. Tune in as Olivia takes the reins, dishing out some spicy takes that push Jim’s comfort zone to its absolute limit. It’s like watching a live therapy session, but way more entertain...2024-10-241h 20
Tangents with Oli & Jess39: Forced Burping ~to~ Alice and WonderlandPageants ~ Party Tricks ~ Can Farting ~ First Impressions ~ and more. Forced burping is finally making its appearance after a failed first attempt at recording this episode long ago. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-09-2518 minTangents with Oli & Jess38: Suicide ~to~ Divine InterventionSerious ~ Funny ~ Uncomfortable ~ Hope ~ Dealing with Judgement ~ and more. We’re serious, we’re joking around, and we’re hopefully not offending too many people with this complicated topic. If you’re in crisis, there are options available to help you cope. You can also call the Lifeline at any time to speak to someone and get support. For confidential support available 24/7 for everyone in the United States, call 988. https://988lifeline.org/help-yourself/ United States Suicide Hotline Dial: 988 ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topi...2023-09-1819 minTangents with Oli & Jess37: Sneakers ~to~ HyperfixationShoe Types ~ Dialect ~ Sore Feet ~ Work Punishment ~ and more. We are walking all over these topics. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-09-1118 minTangents with Oli & Jess36: Routines ~to~ RoutinesCompromise ~ Excessive Routines ~ Dubstep Routines ~ Night owls ~ and more. We must love routines because we never got past them. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-09-1119 minTangents with Oli & Jess35: Highway Hypnosis ~to~ Florida ManZoning Out ~ Panic Attacks ~ Hazards ~ Pure Joy ~ and more. Were a little Florida heavy this month but Florida is an interesting place and it’s also where we met and became friends so it’s relevant always. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-08-2817 minTangents with Oli & Jess34: Boundaries ~to~ Psychological SlaughterRemoving Toxicity ~ Book Recommendations ~ Tattoos ~ Reaction VS Response ~ and more. We dive deep into respecting ourselves and others this week while still being our quirky selves ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-08-2117 minTangents with Oli & Jess33: Carpet Cleaning Videos ~to~ Tan LinesSatisfaction ~ Florida Stuff ~ Turtle ~ Shorts ~ and more. Florida stuff is a major theme this week...sorry about that. Haha ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-08-1417 minTangents with Oli & Jess32: Birthdays ~to~ 15 Hour TimerTime Travel ~ Quotes ~ Subtitles ~ Over Stimulation ~ and more. We have been on a bit of a break but we are back, bamboozled, and betterish than ever. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-08-0717 minTangents with Oli & Jess31: Vestibular Hyperacusis ~to~ Good FriendsHearing Loss ~ Motherhood ~ Dog Diarrhea ~ Olivia is having a day ~ and more. Medical topics are usually pretty heavy but Olivia’s household had different plans. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-06-1917 minTangents with Oli & Jess30: Plants ~to~ Joey PigzaKilling succulents ~ People ~ Banned Books ~ Running with Scissors ~ and more. Plants are finicky and childhood recollections are not always as they seem. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-06-1319 minTangents with Oli & Jess29: Posture ~to~ Chronic PainBacks ~ Humps ~ Hips ~ Babies ~ and more. Every BODY matters. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-06-1317 minTangents with Oli & Jess28: Taboo ~ DehumanizationDeath ~ Sins ~ Sex Workers ~ Religion ~ and more. Taboo subjects can be talked about and we shall do it. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-05-2918 minTangents with Oli & Jess27: Toe Beans ~to~ Dirty FeetJumping Kitties ~ High Dogs ~ Butt Fluff ~ Door Shoes ~ and more. Toe beans! We are really silly this episode and loving on our furry friend’s toes. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-05-2216 minTangents with Oli & Jess26: Takin' Breaks ~to~ People'nMusic ~ Noughties ~ Pedophiles ~ Toothbrushn’ ~ and more. We’ve been MIA for a few weeks but everyone needs a break in life and that’s okay! ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-05-1518 minTangents with Oli & Jess25: Intrusive Thoughts ~to~ MorbidityPainting ~ Dark Humor ~ Suicide ~ Horror ~ and more. This one goes a little dark but as always we have fun with it too. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-04-2517 minTangents with Oli & Jess24: Tinnitus ~to~ BrainsEars ~ Grieving Silence ~ Comparing Sounds ~ Hearing Disabilities ~ and more. The sound of constant ringing is silence to us, the more you hear it the quieter the world is. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-04-1716 minTangents with Oli & Jess23: Oatmeal ~to~ WeirdLittle Human Interruptions ~ Pet Quirks ~ Eating Habits ~ Body VS Brain ~ and more. From what is perceived to be the most boring thing to our favorite past time of being weird. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-04-1016 minTangents with Oli & Jess22: April Fools ~to~ Psychology of ColorHolidays ~ Bullies ~ Aesthetic ~ Culture ~ and more. Just a couple of fools that don’t super enjoy one sided pranks. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-04-0317 minTangents with Oli & Jess21: Societal Conditioning ~to~ IntuitionBi-Sexuality ~ Beliefs ~ Devils Advocate ~ Moving ~ and more. When in doubt trust yourself. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-03-2017 minTangents with Oli & Jess20: Drive-Thrus ~to~ Drive-ThrusWe drove right through this episode and shockingly stayed on topic. We suppose it has to happen sometimes. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-03-1317 minTangents with Oli & Jess19: Sing Talking ~to~ SalamiAutism ~ Weird Quirks ~ Awkwardness ~ Smells ~ and more. We can’t sing talk on demand but we can sure do weird without even trying. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-03-0617 minTangents with Oli & Jess18: Pooping ~to~ What's My Age Again?Squatty Potty ~ Oversharing ~ Heights ~ Bad Guessers ~ and more. Most of us are human and most of us have poo inside of us every day and we can’t even tell you how old we are. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-02-2717 minTangents with Oli & Jess17: Ocular Migraines ~to~ PerceptionsOptometric Association ~ Willpower ~ Natural Childbirth ~ Understanding ~ and more. From eyes to the mind, perception and knowing your limits is key. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-02-2017 minTangents with Oli & Jess16: Microwaves ~to~ Color TemperatureErd ~ Sneezing Dog ~ Aesthetics ~ Christmas Mascots ~ and more. Daily household things can be fun too! ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-02-1316 minTangents with Oli & Jess15: Yoga ~to~ MosquitoesBreakfast ~ Smoking While Bike-riding ~ Connection ~ Hiking ~ and more. Mosquitos are desperate on desolate trails. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-02-0617 minTangents with Oli & Jess14: Foot Sweat ~to~ Aligned TimingSticky butts ~ The scientific method ~ Plants ~ Energy ~ and more. Foot sweat and good energy, what else could you need? ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-01-2318 minTangents with Oli & Jess13: Geographic Tongue ~to~ Dog FaceTimeCheek chewers ~ Dehydration ~ Sports ~ Acronyms ~ and more. We migrate from an obscure medical diagnosis to dog snoots on FaceTime with plenty of fun in between. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-01-1618 minTangents with Oli & Jess12: Laundry Baskets ~to~ HauntingHamper lining ~ Basements ~ Unsafe stairs ~ Hide and seek ~ and more. The great debate, Baskets or hampers? ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-01-0917 minTangents with Oli & Jess11: New Year ~to~ Peeves & FilchChilly weather ~ Birthdays ~ Obligations ~ Olivia has beef ~ and more. New year same quirky friends with even more tangents. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2023-01-0218 minTangents with Oli & Jess10: Aliens ~to~ MissouriAliens ~ dead stars ~ Spice World ~ language ~ and more. We started in outer space and inevitably took a hard twangy left. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2022-12-2617 minTangents with Oli & Jess9: Making Biscuits ~to~ Mushroom TapestryMaking Biscuits ~ obnoxious dogs ~ love languages ~ gifts ~ and more. Relationships are fascinating in all their varied forms. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2022-12-1917 minTangents with Oli & Jess8: Vasovagal Syncope ~to~ Earth Is A RockVasovagal Syncope ~ blacking out ~ dreaming ~ anxiety ~ and more. When you can take something so small and zoom so far out... ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2022-12-1218 minTangents with Oli & Jess7: Sandwiches ~to~ Sensory OverloadSandwiches ~ baking ~ embroidery ~ mind trickery ~ and more. We have weird quirks and we're not afraid to admit it. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2022-12-0517 minTangents with Oli & Jess6: Dongles ~to~ BedtimeDongles ~ immaturity ~ childhood hobbies ~ dance crews ~ and more. When you have way too much fun with obscure topics. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2022-11-2818 minTangents with Oli & Jess5: Spiderwebs ~to~ CakeSpiderwebs ~ height ~ unflattering angles ~ husbandry ~ and more. When casual talk leads you down the Google hole to learn something new. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2022-11-2117 minTangents with Oli & Jess4: Scoliosis ~to~ HailScoliosis ~ journaling ~ handwriting ~ expectations ~ and more. Funny chats, real talk, and everything in between. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2022-11-1417 minTangents with Oli & Jess3: Soup ~to~ Floppy DisksSoup ~ photographing dogs ~ fridges ~ music ~ and more. How did we get here? The world may never know. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2022-11-0616 minTangents with Oli & Jess2: Dog Breath ~to~ SpankingDog breath ~ baby smells ~ opossums ~ and more. Oh, the places you'll go when you dive into some old stories. ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2022-11-0616 minTangents with Oli & Jess1: Tangent Definition ~to~ GrammarTangent definition ~ our friendship ~ holsters ~ psychology ~ and more. Surprisingly we made a bit of a full circle ending on grammar with this one but it was still quite the journey! ------------ Thanks for tuning in! Make sure to leave a review and topic for a future episode and explore more of what we do outside of random conversations. JESS ~pet photographer~ https://jessicashawphotography.com OLIVIA ~self-help author~ https://www.simplyoli.com 2022-11-0618 min
Simply Happy with SimplyOli184: You’re Allowed To Have LimitationsSometimes we just need a bit of motivation and encouragement - and this is one of those episodes. So many of us possess “limitations” in some form or another. It’s time we stop butting up against them and causing so much friction in our lives, and actually start embracing them as the gift that they are. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Seeing the supportive structure in limitation. Redirection from unhappiness to acceptance. My own personal limitations. Finding your unique benefits. Go Deeper: FREE TOOLS - Want a sim...2021-11-2418 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli183: Finding Happiness Through A Cocoon LensPerspective is one of those things that can make or break a person. It holds so much power that we can practice tapping into it intentionally. In this episode, I’ll be sharing a lens to look through with you to help get you through tough times and/or those longer transitionatory periods as we wait for life to look a little more how we’d prefer. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Seeing the bigger picture and not being there yet. Relating aspects of our lives to cocoons. What is reall...2021-11-1717 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli182: Normalizing Our “Flaws”We all have “flaws”....but wait, do we really? In this episode I’ll be reading from my book 10 Days to Self Love and going deeper into how we can shift our view around flaws and really cultivate a better sense of self acceptance with them. To create our own sense of normal that is based in self love. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: A reading from my book 10 Days to Self Love. Getting away from excuses. The way to take steps towards self acceptance. A super helpful “flaw” loving ally...2021-11-1023 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli181: A Deep Dive Into Working With EmotionsThis episode is a very special treat where I’ll be sharing with you one of the private Empowered YOUniversity classes on emotions. We’ll expand your understanding and perspective around how emotions work within us, and also dive into some different ways we can relate to and utilize the emotions we experience on a daily basis. If you’ve experienced mental health struggles, or are wanting to feel more empowered on an emotional level - this is the episode for you! In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Seeing emotions in a new l...2021-11-0438 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli180: Helping Your Mental Health Through NatureNature isn’t just this pretty thing for us to look at. It’s part of us, woven deeply into who we are. Knowing that, we can see nature as a valuable resource for our mental health and gain some unique wisdom in ways that work best (and are most accessible) to us. Let’s take a more magical look at mental health, shall we? In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Our similarities with nature. Seeing the duality in all things. Finding what you need through an elemental lens. Exploring ways that...2021-10-2721 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli179: How To Work Through FailureFailure is simply a part of life, yet it can still feel so jarring and defeating when it happens. So how can we shift this experience away from taking it so personally, and use it for our growth mindset? That’s what we’ll dive into in this episode. Along with a short reading from my book Back To Happy. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Seeing how common failure is and the value in it. Exploring ways to shift our perspective. Finding a frame that helps you navigate failure. Apprecia...2021-10-2017 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli178: Protecting Yourself From Verbal HarassmentVerbal harassment is one of those things that happens more often than any of us would prefer. Whether you’re dealing with discrimination, blatant bullying, someone’s power plays, or anything of the like. There are steps we can take within ourselves to protect ourselves from the uncontrollable actions of others - let’s get into it! In today’s episode we dive deeper into: My recent experience with harassment. Shifting our perspectives around bully’s. Finding the empowering opportunity in an unpleasant situation. Knowing the nuances between constructive criticism and verbal attacks. 2021-10-1325 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli177: Navigating the Chaos of Dreams Coming TrueIt’s been a whole month, but I’m back baby! The past couple of months have been beyond exciting, but/and I’m here to be real with you and share the reality of what dreams coming true can look like. So let’s catch up on what’s been going on, and dive deep into some encouragement! In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Why I took a month-long hiatus. Hindsight at our dream house coming true. The chaos that came with this transition. How we can best help ourselves navi...2021-10-0630 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli176: 3 Tricks To Expand Your ConfidenceExpanding our confidence is a never ending journey, one that packs us full of endless wisdom. Even if we feel confident in one area of life, we may not in another. But the three tricks I’ll share in this episode will help to expand your confidence and spread it out into wherever you may need it or want it most. These are easy tricks and ones that will always be accessible to you no matter what situation you find yourself in. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Seeing confidence in a n...2021-08-2522 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli175: How To Find Your Strength In StoriesStories are everywhere, and have been the foundation of cultures all over the world for a very long time. So let’s begin to use them intentionally to help strengthen our resolve no matter what challenge we may be facing. This is a technique to help you build up that strength in a really simple but powerful way. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: The different levels in which we can look into a story. Discovering the different places where stories reside. How to recognize where you can pull strength from a...2021-08-1817 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli174: Why You Should Pursue What Scares YouWhat scares us is going to look different for everyone. Maybe it’s snakes, being social, or jumping your own car battery. Regardless of what it is, it is in your best interest to pursue what scares you in the healthiest of ways. I’ll be reading an excerpt from my book Break The Chain and chatting further on the topic in this episode. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Seeing the difference between scary and reckless. Stories of me facing my own fears. A reading from Break The Chain. Using th...2021-08-1122 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli173: Being Okay With Being BoringYes, I’m here to encourage you to celebrate your boringness - which is maybe not something you get to hear often enough. In this episode I want to celebrate the side of life that doesn’t seem so sparkling, but is deeply and utterly fulfilling. It’s okay to be boring. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Aspects of life that we might deem as “boring”. Why the list of what is boring isn’t set in stone. How to support yourself and avoid self sabotage. Knowing the difference between boring an...2021-08-0421 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli172: Your Feelings Are ValidYour feelings are valid - and it’s time for a bit of a pep talk and mind expansion around that topic. In this episode I’ll be sharing some categories that I’ve found our triggered feelings can fall into, and some down to earth examples. Also, recognizing when your feelings are being invalidated and what to do about it. It’s a deep one friend. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Associations that can trigger our feelings. Creating a better understanding of ourselves to help with validation. Recognizing when feeling...2021-07-2823 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli171: Working With The Moon For Personal GrowthFor this episode I wanted to help you explore personal growth and doing more empowerment work in a new way. This isn’t about taking on some new form of spirituality or religion, but rather utilizing a natural resource as a clock and guidance tool for inner work. We’re about to put the moon in a whole new light. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: How the moon pairs with personal growth. Finding and expanding meaning in moon phases. Discovering your form of personal growth. Blending the spiritual with the prac...2021-07-2119 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli170: How To Better Manage StressIn this episode I’ll be reading a passage from my book Back To Happy and then we dive into a deeper conversation around how to better manage stress. The best part is that it can be broken down into two main areas of focus so that you can gain deeper understanding and better help yourself. Managing stress doesn’t have to be hard, so let’s dive in. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Reading about stress in my book Back To Happy. Understanding why the word “stress” isn’t the most helpf...2021-07-1419 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli169: Having Acceptance With The Boxes We Find Ourselves InI’m coming at you this episode with an exciting announcement about my program Beat The B.A.D. and me teaching more educational content through Empowered YOUniversity coming to my YouTube channel! We’re also diving into what boxes actually are, why having acceptance with them is so valuable, and what all of that even looks like. So let’s get excited and expand our mindsets! In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Exciting news that I’d like to invite you to be a part of. Conversations sparked from my newest bo...2021-07-0721 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli168: How I’ve Been Strengthening Roots In My Authentic SelfThis is one of those rare episodes where I go a little more free flow and share with you my personal experiences and what I’ve been doing to grow in my life more recently. Ever since overcoming bipolar, anxiety, and depression I’ve been on an exploration to really strengthen my roots in my authentic self. And boy, has it been an incredibly liberating and freeing journey. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Breaking the theme of constant uprooting in my life. 3 areas I’ve really connected with that have helpe...2021-06-3022 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli167: Trusting Your Gut Even When Your Told Not ToHave you ever had a gut knowing that you needed to do something, go somewhere, that something would happen, etc.? Have you also had people tell you that they don’t think it’s a good idea, the odds seem stacked against you, or they can’t see how that’s even going to be possible? It can be incredibly disempowering, and if you aren’t anchored into trusting your gut / intuition / inner knowing then chances are you’ll give it up. So in today’s episode we’re going to explore building up that trust. In today’s epis...2021-06-2318 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli166: Using Intuitive Guidance For Physical CareOur bodies are our current vessel to making the most out of our lives, and there’s more than one way to take care of them. As someone who’s been pushed down a more “medical” path and not had it yield the most helpful results, I’ve connected more with intuitively guided care when it comes to what I eat, exercise, and even healing. We’ll explore what you might not even realize is intuitive guidance in this episode and open you up to a different way of doing things. In today’s episode we dive deeper...2021-06-1623 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli165: Making Choices Around The Stories We Find Ourselves InWe don’t always get a say in how our life plays out and what stories or experiences we find ourselves going through and/or living in. But we do get a choice in what we do with those stories. I hope this episode will help to open your mind and put you back in the driver's seat, no matter what challenging stories you find yourself in. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: A reading from my book Break The Chain. Unpacking how we’re letting out stories shape us. Where to...2021-06-0918 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli164: How To Make Hard Things FunWhy not just try to make hard things easy? Why go all the way to making them fun? Then comes the ultimate question of HOW exactly we can do that? That’s what I want to explore with you in this episode. Whether your hard thing is doing the dishes or living with chronic pain - we can make it more fun so that life feels like much less of a struggle. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: The benefits of choosing fun over just easy. How to do my 3 step m...2021-06-0221 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli163: Turning Tough Experiences Into Ideal OpportunitiesTurning tough experiences into ideal opportunities has been the name of the game for a good portion of my life - it’s where I thrive and where my expertise lies. But that all came with practice and we’re going to explore what practicing this in daily life looks like. You should never feel held back by any circumstance, and you have every right to feel empowered no matter what. So let’s break down how to make this shift, because you’ll be all the happier for it. In today’s episode we dive deeper...2021-05-2623 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli162: Using Technology as an Intentional OutletTechnology is something that we can get completely lost in OR a tool we can utilize intentionally as an outlet for and drives or urges already existing within us. Due to pandemic life (and sometimes just regular ol’ life) - many people have used technology as an escape. In this episode we’re going to reclaim our power, tap into tech with intention, and feel completely refreshed (not drained) afterwards! In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Creative ways to use technology as a form of expression. How to make sure you’re s...2021-05-1920 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli161: Living in Alignment Through the Sticky SpotsIn this episode we’ll have a combo of a chit chat about living in alignment through stick spots, and a reading from my book Back To Happy that will leave you with some mental support and obstacles to look out for. Challenges come in all shapes and forms, and being able to practice staying in alignment is ideal for our mental health, physical wellbeing, and energetic self. Otherwise life get’s all funky and that doesn’t feel like very empowered living. Let’s explore! In today’s episode we dive deeper into: A...2021-05-1221 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli160: Utilizing Structure & Flow to Improve Your LifeMost of us work towards some level of balance - of having a sense of stability while still having the freedom and flexibility to enjoy life. Just through being mindful with how you utilize structure and flow it can drastically improve the quality of your life. It’s about finding your unique way with it and cultivating a sense of feeling supported and free all at the same time. So let’s get into it! In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Noticing where structure and flow is already present. Different ways to...2021-05-0518 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli159: Seeing An Abundance of Collaboration & SupportThere are so many reasons we might be feeling alone, lonely, unsupported, or have a DIY or solo/independent vibe going. If you’ve been experiencing any of these and it’s been taking a toll - finding collaboration and support in your life does not have to be an incredibly hard thing. This is not an episode where I tell you to go out and find more friends or people that will be a helpful community for you. Nope, we’re taking a different approach with a simple perspective shift. Let’s explore! In today’s e...2021-04-2821 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli158: Keys to Being Empowered in PartnershipIn this week's pod I’m reading an excerpt out of my book Break The Chain: How to Face Your Fears With Confidence to Create a Life You Love and the chapter on relationships. After that we dive into four incredibly valuable keys to be empowered in any partnership. And these are keys that are not only empowering for you, but for the other person/people as well! In today’s episode we dive deeper into: A reading from Break The Chain Lessons learned from relationships past. 4 keys to empowered partnership. Allowing freedo...2021-04-2122 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli157: Releasing Attachment to the "How"Chances are the first thing you do after setting a goal is ask the “how”. How am I going to better my mental health? How am I going to get through this situation? How can I have that conversation? How am I going to make more money / get the job / improve this relationship / make time for my spirituality / etc.? We might even begin obsessing over the steps that we can take (or maybe even can’t take) to get there. So let’s release some attachment to the how - because it’s freaking overwhelming! In today’s...2021-04-1423 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli156: Shifting Your Mindset With One QuestionSometimes one question is all you need to create a massive and beneficial shift in your mindset. Because the greatest power that we all hold is our will to step in and help ourselves. No matter the circumstance, thoughts, experience, or habits that we might be presented with, this question will create the space for the growth that we all need. Ready to find out what it is? In today’s episode we dive deeper into: How one question can provide multiple opportunities. Not falling into the trap of toxic positivity. How you...2021-04-0716 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli149: Using Music for Your MindsetMusic is something we tend to gravitate towards when it “gets us” or encapsulates our current mood. But what if we used it with intention, for self empowerment, more self love, and even better mental health and control of our emotions? Music can be a powerful personal growth tool if we allow ourselves to tap into it in different ways. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Using music as a way to not just “get us” but “make us”. A tool for self expression and healing. How to flip your perspective on s...2021-02-1819 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli148: Finding the Right Community for SupportCommunity can be exponentially uplifting and supportive, but not every community is going to provide that. It’s up to us to better understand how to find the right community for whatever support we’re looking for. That’s what we’ll be diving into today, along with hearing a behind the scenes chat that I have with my Beat The B.A.D. community about the value of community. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: A conversation with my BTB students about the value of community. How to know the right co...2021-02-1021 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli147: How To Mentally Cope With Physical PainPhysical pain is something that we are most likely not going to be able to avoid completely in our life. Even though it can be unpleasant to experience, there are still ways for us to tap into the power of our mentality so that we can live feeling more self empowered through those fleeting moments of pain, or even chronic pain. This kind of mental work is at the core of our personal growth and better mental health. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: A few simple ways to navigate pain...2021-02-0324 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli146: Making a Change When You Don’t Have “Proof” It’ll WorkMaking changes in your life can already feel hard enough. Making a change when you don’t have any proof that it will work out, or even having contradicting proof that the odds are against you doesn’t help all that much either. I’ve pursued many changes in life that I had no proof would work, and they’ve all brought me to this place in life today. There is a way to get through it, to have the willpower, and tap into the determination to keep pushing forward in a way that’s healthy and empowering. 2021-01-2721 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli145: Letting Life Be Your MentorTeachers / coaches / professors / educators are all great and can provide a lot of value (I mean heck, that’s why I do what I do). But there’s also so much that life itself can teach us. To embrace a world of informal education so that we can grow and live more self empowered without having to always run to someone else for the answers. The world is full of wisdom. Will you tap into it? In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Where to even start looking for lessons from life. Ho...2021-01-2019 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli144: How to Stop Self SabotageIn this episode I’m reading a portion of my book Break The Chain on fears secrets. Then we take the discussion deeper on stopping self sabotage (a sneaky form of fear). More often than not, the thing that stands in our way of reaching our goals or desires is our own mindset. That’s exactly what we’ll be breaking down in this episode so that you can get out of your way and start making more progress in life! In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Seeing the difference between in...2021-01-1321 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli143: Allowing Our Version of Being Simply Happy to EvolveOver the years my idea of what it means to be simply happy has shifted. It’s incredibly important to allow that kind of shift to happen and to also be mindful if our happiness is aligned with what we truly want, or if it’s something that was projected onto us that we happened to just pick up. Let’s start off the new year with some personal growth around our mental well being and do it in a self empowered way! In today’s episode we dive deeper into: In what ways...2021-01-0622 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli142: The Value of Accountability on Mental HealthIt is vastly underestimated how important self accountability is to our mental health. If we're not mindful of it, it can lead to negative self talk and impacting our self love in respects to how we see and trust ourselves. It's also one of the easiest areas to focus on in order to build up our confidence and identity. Ultimately being a key factor in helping us overcome bipolar, anxiety, & depression. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Prompts from The Opportunity Journal. How sneaky self sabotage can be. Practical tips to m...2020-12-3020 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli141: How To More Clearly Communicate About Mental Health StrugglesHow do you explain to someone, something that they may have no possibility of imagining? How do you get help, when the people around you don't get it? Internal struggles like bipolar, anxiety, & depression feel lonely because of the lack of expressing or understanding. Having practical ways to communicate and create a bridge can help to shatter that loneliness. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Using parallels to help create a bridge of understanding. Getting clearer on what you're experiencing. Helping others know how to better support you. Finding ways to t...2020-12-2322 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli140: The Benefits of Parenthood & Mental IllnessThis episode may be bound to stir up some feelings, but there is a massive stigma against parents or would be parents living with mental health issues. So I want to shatter the current perspective on this and dive into why this can actually be a great thing! For my parents or aspiring parents with bipolar, anxiety, depression, or other - this one's for you. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: A book reading from Break The Chain. Setting a new tone for future generations. How common a thing this actu...2020-12-1627 minSimply Happy with SimplyOliFinding Courage After Domestic Violence // a chat with J'Anmetra WaddellIn this bonus episode of Simply Happy, we have a conversation with J'Anmetra (aka Jo-Jo) Waddell. Jo-Jo is the only Live Past Crazy Specialists, works strategically with individuals to identify, analyze and release the crazy in their lives while providing a safe space for them to master their ability to begin to Live Past Crazy. She shares with us her personal journey through domestic violence, taking the leap towards a better life with her two children, and the steps she's taken to reach a space of happiness. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: 2020-12-1451 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli139: Tips On How To Handle Bad NewsWe're all bound to get some kind of "bad news" in our lives. From things that feel small to others that feel monumental. It can make a world of a difference to know how to move through those moments that can rock us and our mental health. So in this episode I'll be sharing some self-help tips that I still practice to this day. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Bad news that I'm handling right now. Step by step how to navigate it. Understanding our bad news doesn't have to l...2020-12-0924 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli138: Using Self Love To Ease Bipolar, Anxiety, & DepressionSelf love can feel like such a fluffy phrase to throw around when dealing with mental illnesses like bipolar, anxiety, and depression. The truth is, self love is essential when it comes to mental wellness and overcoming these struggles. When we look through more than just a self care lens we can make really empowering change. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: How I used self love at the start of my journey. The disconnect that we're experiencing on a core level. How self love effects our efforts. Easing the B.A...2020-12-0221 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli137: Finding Freedom From Family BeliefsFamily can be a very loaded and complicated word for many but often times, whatever it is that we consider family massively shapes our beliefs as they get passed on. One of the most empowering and beneficial things we can do for ourselves though is challenge those beliefs and question if they are ones we will continue to carry that best align with who we are. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Beginning to question family beliefs. Taking ownership of what aligns with you. Navigating what your own path looks like...2020-11-2517 minSimply Happy with SimplyOliNavigating a Bipolar Diagnosis & Medication // a chat with Julie KiddooIn this bonus episode of Simply Happy, we have a conversation with Julie Kiddoo. Julie is the owner of Revolution Power Yoga and author of Bye-Polar. She shares with us her personal story dealing with a bipolar disorder diagnosis, the many medications accompanying it, overcoming her diagnosis, and how yoga became to be such a big part of her life. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Diagnosis is not a death sentence. Overcoming that "alone" feeling. Ditching shame around medication & labels. Using yoga as a tool for better mental health. Insta...2020-11-2147 min
Redeeming Disorder#27: The Blessing and the Curse of Empathy — “Olivia” (Anonymous)Olivia joins me on the podcast to combine two powerful perspectives ― that of a psychiatric nurse, and that of a young woman who's seen mental disorder around her since childhood. She speaks to the struggles of her patients, of her family and of herself, and covers a multitude of topics: Mental health in the LGBTQ community, media depictions of mental illness, self-harm, attempted suicide and, per the podcast's title, empathy.Empathy is both Olivia's superpower and her kryptonite, allowing her to easily connect with psychiatric patients, but also saddling her with a great emotional burden when sh...2020-11-201h 03Simply Happy with SimplyOli136: Using Art Therapy to Foster Self LoveThe best thing you can do when overcoming bipolar, anxiety, & depression or just bettering your mental health in general is to have a collection of tools that works best for you. One thing we can add to that toolkit this week is actually art therapy. It's amazing at helping you foster self love in ways you may not even have realized. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Exploring the vast mediums of art therapy. Using art intentionally. Focusing on creative expression. Being led by your curiosity. Go Deepe...2020-11-1817 min
Gamify Your Habits59. Connecting to Your Why, an Interview on The Simply Happy Podcast with Olivia Reiman59. In this episode of the 5 Core Life, Will Moore is interviewed on Simply Happy with Simplyoli by Olivia Reiman. On the Simply Happy Podcast, Olivia Reiman discusses how you can conquer bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression. Learn about mental health, mindset, self-love, emotional wellness, personal development, and taking control of your life. It's everything you need to know to embody freedom, confidence, ambition, and happiness.
In this episode, Olivia Reiman & Will Moore explore Will's 5 core method and building habits to find what works best for you to be truly happy.
Are you ready to fire on...2020-11-1549 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli135: Weeding Out the Root of FearSure we can avoid things, temporarily cope with them, or pretend like they don't exist all together - but until we get to the root of our fears they'll continue to drive what we do and eat up more and more of our lives. This type of self improvement makes space for even more self love and leaves us feeling happier and more empowered. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Recognizing how fear shows up. Seeing how fear is influencing our lives. Asking questions that dig a little deeper. Getting rid...2020-11-1118 min
Responding to Life: Talking Health, Fertility and ParenthoodMotherhood & Mental Illness with Olivia ReimanEpisode 28: In this health and parenting episode, my guest is Olivia Reiman, author and mental health coach behind SimplyOli LLC. Olivia’s mission is to help more people Beat The B.A.D. (bipolar, anxiety, & depression) through a self empowered path. After being diagnosed with depression and bipolar disorder in 2003, while also struggling with suicide attempts, panic attacks, and psychotic episodes, she found that medication and therapy weren’t methods that helped her. After nearly a decade of trial and error, she accomplished the impossible and now lives free from the B.A.D. Using a street smarts approach to m...2020-10-2036 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli129: Cultivating An Opportunity MindsetIn this episode, Olivia explores the multitude of opportunities to see opportunity in anything and everything you encounter. It may seem impossible when you are starting out but, with habit, reflection, and practice, seeing opportunity will be second nature in no time at all. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Cultivating a habit Intentional reflection Practicing a positive mindset Daily opportunity discovery Go Deeper: Have a question about an episode, your personal experience with the B.A.D., or for me in general? I’d love to answ...2020-09-3017 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli128: What is Self Empowerment Really?In this episode, discover what self empowerment is really made of and why the path of self empowerment is Olivia’s preferred method to Beating The B.A.D. When you live intentionally, that feeds into how you love yourself. Be true to you even if that doesn’t mesh with the mold. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Three core themes of self-empowerment Living intentionally Creating confidence within Learning about yourself & catering to your own needs Go Deeper: Have a question about an episode, your personal...2020-09-2318 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli127: Changing Your Story With Bipolar, Anxiety, &/or DepressionWhat does beating bipolar, anxiety, and/or depression look like for you? In this episode, Olivia reads a few paragraphs of her book Back To Happy to demonstrate the idea of changing your story when dealing with the B.A.D. Don’t let those stories feed into the disbelief that you can do this. What will your new story be? In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Questioning internal stories Changing your perspective behind negative thoughts What Beating The B.A.D. looks like for you Taking your power back 2020-09-1623 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli124: Intentionally Overcoming Debilitating FearsIn this episode, Olivia reads a passage of her recently released book Break the Chain about overcoming her fear of butterflies. Fears can pop up from and be harboured anywhere. Fears aren’t something we need to avoid or run away from. Fears can be an opportunity for growth and love if we let them. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Seeing fear as an invitation Facing & moving through fears Interjecting intention into your life Greeting fear as an old friend Go Deeper: Have a question about a...2020-08-2619 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli123: Having a Growth vs a Fixed MindsetWould you rather live with tunnel vision and everything being set in stone, or with constant change and living for the process? Making intentional decisions is what it takes to evolve your mindset. In this episode, Olivia discusses the habit of seeing opportunity and the baby steps it takes to get where you want to be. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Living for the process Developing good habits Problem solving with intention Making intentional decisions Go Deeper: Have a question about an episode, your personal exper...2020-08-1918 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli122: Fostering Self Love Through Acts of KindnessIn this episode, Olivia reads a passage of her recently released book Break the Chain. After listening to this passage about a real life act of kindness, take the time to watch how you watch people. Then you can start the process of spreading your own acts of kindness, and fostering self love. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Normalized behaviour Spreading love Seeing the best in others Diversifying acts of kindness Go Deeper: Have a question about an episode, your personal experience with the B.A.D...2020-08-1218 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli120: The Biggest Lesson I’ve Learned in the Past 30 YearsYour girl is turning 30! In this episode, Olivia is taking some time to reflect on the past 30 years of her life. 30 years of great times, bad times, wisdom, heartache, and growth. There are so many things we learn and experience throughout our lives, and sharing that with others can be really beneficial for all involved. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: The value of hearing other people’s journey Broadening perspectives Seeing outside of yourself Evolving identities Go Deeper: Have a question about an episode, your persona...2020-07-2928 minSimply Happy with SimplyOli110: How To Move Through Intense Lingering FeelingsDo you have trouble moving through intense lingering feelings? Do you want to learn how to let yourself feel the feels then pull yourself out and up in a healthy constructive way? In this episode, Olivia shares her method of getting through these episodes in an intentional way that will leave you feeling empowered and stronger than ever. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Different modes of journaling Non-judgemental releases Gratitude in the feels your feeling Finding peace in empowerment Go Deeper: Have a question about an ep...2020-05-2024 minSimply Happy with SimplyOliFully Owning Who You Want To Be / a chat with Shelley PaxtonIn this bonus episode of Simply Happy, Olivia has an authentic organic chat with Shelley Paxton. This episode is an enlightening conversation about spending more time being than doing, giving yourself permission to be a vulnerable human, turning fear into fuel and so much more. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Rebelling for yourself Liberating your soul Listening to your body Choosing values over validation Soulbatical - find it everywhere - www.bookshop.org (they’ll ship direct from the publisher & the proceeds go towards keeping indie bookstores in busi...2020-05-041h 20Simply Happy with SimplyOliReleasing Regret & Becoming Self Aware / a chat with Michael ArterberryIn this bonus episode, Simply Happy has it’s first guest interview with Michael Arterberry. Olivia speaks with Michael about living a conscious life full of opportunities and with no regrets. It is time to get yourself into a place of clarity. Confidence comes from within, and that starts with becoming self aware and learning to appreciate living in the journey. In today’s episode we dive deeper into: Being selfless and self aware Having a student mindset Living intentionally in the present Finding silver linings in regret Be Encouraged by Mich...2020-04-2443 min
Sacred Work028 // Beating Mental Illness, Rewriting Your Story + Finding Gratitude Nuggets with Olivia ReimanI am so excited to share with you the interview I did with the beautiful Olivia Rieman, founder of Simply Oil.
Olivia Reiman is a wearer of all hats - mother, wife, self empowerment coach, jeweler, author, podcaster, and vlogger. She is the driven woman behind SimplyOli, and on a mission to inspire those struggling in life to see the light and create change for themselves through a street smarts approach to mental health. Her philosophy is that life doesn’t need to look perfect to be happy.
This interview was so incredibly powerful, and br...2018-11-0759 min