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How to Be Fine

270 Episodes

39 minutes | Sep 28, 2023
Skychology
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta investigate skychology and the claim that looking at the sky increases wellbeing. Plus, they offer advice on how to support a depressed partner and struggling with body positivity.  Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com, or tweet us @kristenmeinzer or @howtobefinepod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (formerly By the Book) Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta     Sources: https://www.countryliving.com/uk/wellbeing/a41528108/looking-up-skychology-wellbeing-trend/ https://www.researchgate.net/publication/331702864_The_extraordinary_in_the_ordinary_Skychology_-_an_interpretative_phenomenological_analysis_of_looking_up_at_the_sky https://metro.co.uk/2022/10/04/how-looking-up-can-boost-your-wellbeing-according-to-skychology-17498824/ https://healthnews.com/mental-health/self-care-and-therapy/skychology-what-is-it-and-does-it-really-work/ https://www.naturalhealthwoman.com/the-skys-the-limit https://www.prevention.com/fitness/fitness-tips/a20464437/reduce-stress-with-sky-walking/ https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10902-020-00337-2#ref-CR5 https://news.stanford.edu/2015/06/30/hiking-mental-health-063015/ https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/17439760.2016.1221126 https://ggsc.berkeley.edu/images/uploads/GGSC-JTF_White_Paper-Awe_FINAL.pdf https://www.researchgate.net/publication/320435835_The_buffering_effect_of_awe_on_negative_affect_towards_lost_possessions https://www.bauer.uh.edu/mrrudd/download/AweExpandsTimeAvailability.pdf https://www.apa.org/pubs/journals/releases/psp-pspi0000018.pdf
43 minutes | Sep 21, 2023
TV Dining
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta talk about the stigma of eating while watching television. Plus, they offer up advice on determining when a breakup is justified, and how to become more positive.   Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com, or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @howtobefinepod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (formerly By the Book) Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta   Sources: https://www.nytimes.com/2007/10/16/health/16well.html   https://www.ratemds.com/blog/letting-kids-watch-tv-good-eating-habits/ https://blog.ochsner.org/articles/how-tv-can-help-kids-eat-healthy-foods   https://www.wellandgood.com/eating-watching-tv/#:~:text=%22For%20my%20clients%20who%20look,watching%20something.%22%20   https://mashable.com/article/binge-watching-health-effects https://www.redbookmag.com/body/health-fitness/news/a20046/there-are-serious-health-benefits-to-staying-in-and-watching-tv/ https://www.prevention.com/health/a40107617/watching-less-tv-can-reduce-heart-disease-risk-study-says/   https://www.ndtv.com/food/pay-attention-to-food-here-are-bad-eating-habits-you-need-to-quit-1746095 https://wp.wwu.edu/eatingandreading/lettuce-discuss/#:~:text=Meal%20memory%20is%20how%20well,their%20brain%20from%20the%20meal https://ijbnpa.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1479-5868-10-58 https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/distracted-eating-may-add-to-weight-gain-201303296037 https://www.lakanto.com/blogs/food-nutrition/mindless-distracted-eating https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/study-tv-feel-lonely-51511/ https://www.moroccoworldnews.com/2022/09/351497/study-watching-tv-during-meals-disrupts-kids-cognitive-development https://www.chop.edu/news/health-tip/language-development-talking-not-just-your-child#:~:text=It%20turns%20out%20that%20the,matter%20the%20family's%20socioeconomic%20status https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/web/products-eurostat-news/-/DDN-20180706-1 https://www.census.gov/library/stories/2023/06/more-than-a-quarter-all-households-have-one-person.html
26 minutes | Sep 14, 2023
Mini-Ep: Myers-Briggs and Skinimalism
On this mini episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta share listener feedback on Myers-Briggs and Skinimalism. Plus, listeners share some additional tips for a letter writer who wants to make friends in a new city, and another who is having trouble communicating with their teenager.   Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com, or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @howtobefinepod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (formerly By the Book) Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta
41 minutes | Sep 7, 2023
Skinimalism
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta talk about simplified skincare routines, also known as skinimalism. Plus, they offer up advice on how to deal with a friend that makes bad decisions, and how to get through to a noncommunicative teenager.   Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com, or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @howtobefinepod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (formerly By the Book) Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta   Sources: https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/beauty/skinimalism-beauty-trend https://www.shape.com/lifestyle/beauty-style/skinimalism-beauty-trend https://www.readersdigest.co.uk/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/what-is-skinimalism https://www.oprahdaily.com/beauty/skin-makeup/a42405264/skinimalism-new-beauty-skincare-routine-2023/ https://www.vogue.com/article/skinimalism-skin-care-benefits https://www.health.com/skinimalism-tiktok-trend-6826266 https://www.instyle.com/beauty/skin/skinimalism-trend https://www.vogue.co.uk/beauty/article/skinimalism-beauty-trend https://www.thelist.com/304958/heres-what-you-should-know-about-skinimalism/ https://www.allure.com/story/skin-care-ingredients-should-not-mix https://www.everydayhealth.com/skin-beauty/skin-care-ingredient-combinations-that-dont-mix/ https://business.pinterest.com/pinterest-predicts/2021/skinimalism/
43 minutes | Aug 31, 2023
Myers-Briggs
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta talk about the Myers-Briggs type indicator and its surprising origin story. Plus, they offer up advice on making friends in a new city, and how to be your true self around in-laws.   Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com, or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @howtobefinepod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (formerly By the Book) Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta   Sources: https://www.themyersbriggs.com/en-US/Support/MBTI-Facts https://www.myersbriggs.org/more-about-personality-type/mbti-organizations/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/personality-change#:~:text=As%20consistent%20as%20a%20personality,are%20measurable%20through%20personality%20questionnaires https://psycnet.apa.org/buy/2018-39707-001   https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/my-brothers-keeper/202002/in-defense-the-myers-briggs#:~:text=The%20next%20time%20someone%20tells,is%20not%20based%20on%20research https://nesslabs.com/mbti https://www.marketplace.org/2018/10/30/myers-briggs-system-evaluate-employees/ https://www.vox.com/2014/7/15/5881947/myers-briggs-personality-test-meaningless https://www.discovermagazine.com/mind/the-problem-with-the-myers-briggs-personality-test https://www.bbc.com/news/blogs-echochambers-28315137 https://www.livescience.com/65513-does-myers-briggs-personality-test-work.html https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2019/05/06/myers-briggs-type-indicator-does-not-matter/3635592002/ https://www.scienceabc.com/eyeopeners/is-the-myers-briggs-test-meaningful-or-is-it-just-pseudo-science.html https://www.independent.co.uk/voices/myers-briggs-psychology-test-garbage-b2200663.html https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2021/mar/03/they-become-dangerous-tools-the-dark-side-of-personality-tests https://www.vice.com/en/article/bjv8y5/the-myers-briggs-personality-test-bullshit
27 minutes | Aug 24, 2023
Mini-Ep: Standing Desks and Branding the Summer
On this mini episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta share listener feedback on Standing Desks and Branding the Summer. Plus, listeners share some additional tips for a letter writer who gets anxious when trip planning, and another who hates cooking.   Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com, or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @howtobefinepod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (formerly By the Book) Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta
37 minutes | Aug 17, 2023
Branding the Summer
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta talk about “rat girl summer”, and why we give the summer a new theme every year. Plus, they offer up advice on how to set new career goals, and ways to feed your family without having to cook.   Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com, or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @howtobefinepod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (formerly By the Book) Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta   Sources: https://www.tiktok.com/@lolaokola/video/7240910529332809006 https://www.tiktok.com/@lolaokola/video/7241253801053850926 https://www.tiktok.com/@umgabi/video/7243077034442804522 https://www.bustle.com/life/rat-girl-summer-tiktok https://www.intheknow.com/post/its-time-to-embrace-the-rodent-energy-content-creator-declares-2023-rat-girl-summer/ https://metro.co.uk/2023/06/06/its-time-for-your-rat-girl-summer-to-begin-18902539/ https://screenshot-media.com/the-future/trends/rat-girl-summer-vs-bed-rotting/ https://nypost.com/2023/06/21/im-having-a-ratgirlsummer-embracing-my-rodent-energy/ https://thetab.com/uk/2022/05/03/the-that-girl-vibe-is-over-were-about-to-enter-the-era-of-feral-girl-summer-249192 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hot_Girl_Summer https://www.glamour.com/story/sex-drive-changes-summer https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22810997/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17129909/ https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/03/style/summer-predictions-branding.html https://www.nytimes.com/2021/08/14/style/delta-variant-vaccine-covid-summer.html https://www.vice.com/en/article/43je7w/megan-thee-stallion-fans-what-is-hot-girl-summer-wireless-festival https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-news/feral-girl-summer-creator-meme-1369450/ https://www.vox.com/the-goods/2019/7/12/20690515/hot-girl-summer-meme-define-explained https://www.vox.com/2018/3/20/16955588/feminism-waves-explained-first-second-third-fourth https://time.com/4314413/modern-feminism-is-selling-out/
32 minutes | Aug 10, 2023
Standing Desks
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta talk about the benefits and pitfalls of standing desks. Plus, they offer up advice on dealing with a seemingly one-sided friendship, and how to ace trip planning with ADHD.   Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com, or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @howtobefinepod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (formerly By the Book) Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta   Sources: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/the-dangers-of-sitting https://www.nytimes.com/2014/03/23/magazine/who-made-that-standing-desk.html https://www.nytimes.com/2018/11/19/upshot/why-standing-desks-are-overrated.html  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4167884/#:~:text=It%20is%20often%20suggested%20that,less%20effort%20(Steenstrup%202004). https://www.bmj.com/company/newsroom/standing-desks-alongside-other-measures-cut-office-workers-sitting-time-by-an-hour-a-day/ https://walkolution.com/blogs/the-walkolution-blog/standing-deks-overrated https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/the-truth-behind-standing-desks-2016092310264 https://www.posturite.co.uk/blog/standing-desks-are-they-still-popular https://themillions.com/2014/05/the-literature-of-the-standing-desk.html https://medium.com/smart-office/a-short-history-of-stand-up-desks-4951b1e49f50 https://www.carouselpt.com/2022/02/04/how-many-calories-are-burned-with-standing-desks-and-are-they-worth-it/
29 minutes | Aug 7, 2023
Introducing Kristen's New Show: The Daily Fail!
Kristen has launched a new podcast called the Daily Fail, and we're giving you a taste of it today!    In each episode of the Daily Fail, Kristen and her friend Maura read the dumbest stories in the world’s worst daily tabloid so you don’t have to - from dangerously stupid weight loss stories - to misogynistic celebrity profiles - to flat out racist hot takes on Meghan Markle.     The Daily Fail is a comedy show. It's close reading. And to quote one Apple Podcast reviewer: "it's service journalism at its finest." If you like what you hear, be sure to subscribe to the Daily Fail wherever you get your favorite shows.
33 minutes | Aug 3, 2023
Mini-Ep: Soft Life and Hilaria Baldwin
On this mini episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta share listener feedback on the Soft Life and Hilaria Baldwin. Plus, listeners share some additional tips for a letter writer who’s thinking of moving to another country, and another who’s dealing with face picking.   Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com, or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @howtobefinepod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (formerly By the Book) Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta
43 minutes | Jul 27, 2023
Hilaria Baldwin
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta talk about the controversy surrounding Hilaria Baldwin’s identity. Plus, they offer up advice on deciding if it’s time to move to another country, and politely declining gifts.   Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com, or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @howtobefinepod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (formerly By the Book) Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta   Sources: https://www.vulture.com/article/alec-baldwin-rust-shooting-hilaria-baldwin-halyna-hutchins.html https://www.vulture.com/2023/04/alec-baldwin-charges-dropped-rust-shooting.html#_ga=2.15440117.213573197.1682019009-1992599784.1654648858 https://www.vogue.com/article/hilaria-baldwin-accent-controversy-explainer https://www.instagram.com/p/CJB4FXwBmq3/ https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/30/style/hilaria-baldwin-interview.html https://www.lamag.com/culturefiles/hilaria-baldwin/ https://www.thecut.com/2021/07/hilaria-baldwin-is-once-again-defending-her-culture.html https://www.instagram.com/p/CRE6J9WMvAC/ https://nymag.com/intelligencer/2020/12/instagram-detective-tracie-egan-morrissey-on-hilaria-baldwin.html https://www.insider.com/hilaria-baldwin-spanish-controversy-public-life-timeline-2020-12#baldwin-goes-on-to-say-she-feels-lucky-she-grew-up-with-two-cultures-and-speaking-two-languages-36 https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2016/12/hilaria-baldwin-book-living-clearly-method https://www.thecut.com/2016/03/hilaria-baldwin-diet-workout-routine.html https://jezebel.com/alec-baldwin-hilaria-charges-dropped-instagram-1850362101 https://www.instagram.com/p/CrRnITqv9ir/ https://www.instagram.com/p/CrRcNmjuZVd/ https://www.vulture.com/2020/12/hilaria-baldwins-accent-and-amy-schumer-feud-explained.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0QmKL8irgI&t=64s https://www.dailymail.co.uk/video/tvshowbiz/video-2319068/Video-Hilaria-Baldwin-talks-Amy-Schumer-comments-body-shaming.html https://stylecaster.com/hilaria-baldwin-spanish-accent/ https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9099983/Genealogist-weighs-Hilaria-Baldwin-fiasco-confirm-NO-Spanish-roots.html https://www.today.com/video/make-hilaria-baldwins-simple-gazpacho-547323459831 https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17865567221283105/
28 minutes | Jul 20, 2023
Soft Life
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta talk about the “soft life” trend and its origin story. Plus, they offer up advice on how to start a new career journey, and how to stop picking facial blemishes.   Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com, or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @howtobefinepod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (formerly By the Book) Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta   Sources: https://www.dictionary.com/e/slang/soft-life/#:~:text=The%20term%20soft%20life%20and,popularity%20among%20young%20Black%20women https://fortune.com/2022/09/11/the-soft-life-of-dar/ https://www.insider.com/how-young-black-women-are-manifesting-a-soft-life-2022-12 https://andscape.com/features/the-softlife-isnt-as-easy-as-it-looks-online/ https://hermoney.com/earn/work-life-balance/is-living-a-soft-life-the-secret-to-success/ https://www.countryliving.com/uk/wellbeing/a42740284/soft-living/ https://mashable.com/article/soft-life-quiet-quitting-trend https://www.bustle.com/wellness/soft-life-black-women-self-care https://houston.momcollective.com/soft-life/ https://www.essence.com/health-and-wellness/living-the-soft-life/ https://heragenda.com/p/tips-for-living-a-soft-life/ https://africasacountry.com/2023/05/pitfalls-of-the-soft-life https://www.inhersight.com/blog/mental-health/soft-life-without-quitting-your-job https://www.ellecanada.com/culture/society/living-the-soft-life https://nordot.app/981848352915898368
45 minutes | Jul 13, 2023
Mini-Ep: Hydration and NXIVM Featuring Sarah Edmondson
On this mini episode of How to Be Fine, Jolenta has a conversation with a special guest: NXIVM survivor, Sarah Edmondson. Plus, Kristen and Jolenta share listener feedback on hydration and NXIVM, and listeners share some additional advice for letter writers.   Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com, or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @howtobefinepod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (formerly By the Book) Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta
38 minutes | Jul 6, 2023
NXIVM
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta talk about the infamous sex cult, NXIVM. Plus, they offer up advice on how to overcome procrastination, and how to stop comparing your life to others.   Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com, or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @howtobefinepod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (formerly By the Book) Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta   Sources: https://www.timesunion.com/news/article/court-affirms-ouster-nxivm-doctor-s-medical-17895553.php https://news.bloomberglaw.com/health-law-and-business/nxivm-sex-cult-member-fails-in-suit-to-get-medical-license-back https://www.timesunion.com/local/article/Secrets-of-NXIVM-2880885.php https://www.vice.com/en/article/xgxzjj/dont-call-it-a-cult-the-shocking-story-of-keith-raniere-and-the-women-of-nxivm-excerpt https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/nxivm-keith-raniere-wellness-scam-sex-cult-848439/ https://www.forbes.com/sites/willyakowicz/2019/05/15/keith-raniere-the-leader-of-the-nxivm-sex-cult/?sh=6e17981f35a9 https://www.timesunion.com/7dayarchive/article/Discount-service-target-of-probe-15640345.php https://www.thecut.com/2019/04/nxivm-sex-cult-case-a-complete-timeline-of-events.html https://www.vanityfair.com/culture/2010/11/bronfman-201011 https://frankreport.com/2017/12/03/nxivm-endless-curriculum-list-of-raniere-courses/ https://www.timesunion.com/news/article/NXIVM-loyalist-Danielle-Roberts-loses-license-for-16501584.php https://www.nytimes.com/article/nxivm-timeline.html
34 minutes | Jun 29, 2023
Hydration
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta myth-bust some common misconceptions about hydration. Plus, they offer up advice on how to plan a balanced summer break, and managing expectations from family members.   Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com, or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @howtobefinepod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (formerly By the Book) Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta   Sources: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK555956/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/health-fitness/body/great-hydration-myth-why-dont-need-2-litres-day/ https://news.virginia.edu/content/everything-we-think-we-know-about-drinking-water-may-be-wrong https://www.mcgill.ca/oss/article/health-nutrition/water-myth https://www.everydayhealth.com/dehydration/the-truth-about-hydration-myths-and-facts/ https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/uk/health/healthy-eating/a557375/8-signs-your-teen-has-an-eating-disorder/ https://toledocenter.com/bulimia/what-are-the-symptoms-of-bulimia-nervosa/
27 minutes | Jun 22, 2023
Mini-Ep: Going Damp and Gua Sha
On this mini episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta share listener stories and feedback on Going Damp and Gua Sha. Plus, listeners share some additional tips for letter writers dealing with loved ones who won’t stop toxic diet talk, and more information on getting diagnosed with autism.   Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com, or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @howtobefinepod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (formerly By the Book) Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta
30 minutes | Jun 15, 2023
Gua Sha
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta talk about Gua Sha, the origin, and the potential benefits. Plus, they offer up advice on whether or not to get a diagnosis, and how to make newly “empty-nesting” parents feel special.   Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com, or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @bythebookpod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (formerly By the Book) Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta   Sources: https://www.tiktok.com/@mountlai/video/6994538050252475653 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QmyMze9iQtQ www.npr.org/2022/05/28/1101640995/gua-sha-hair-oiling-aapi-culture https://www.healthline.com/health/gua-sha#side-effects https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/style/story/gua-sha-chinese-medicine-experts-explain-tiktoks-viral-77742894 https://www.harpersbazaar.com/uk/beauty/skincare/a37661679/facegym-sculpting-tools-celebrities/ https://www.lofficielusa.com/beauty/cultural-significance-gua-sha-traditional-chinese-medicine-skincare https://sea.mashable.com/life/20804/slugging-gua-sha-rice-water-and-more-how-stolen-cultural-beauty-practices-feed-viral-videos https://www.huffpost.com/entry/gua-sha-tools-lanshin_l_63d8797de4b0c8e3fc802245 https://www.wmagazine.com/beauty/sandra-lanshin-chiu-gua-sha-tcm-interview Effectiveness of Traditional Chinese “Gua Sha” Therapy in Patients with Chronic Neck Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial Exploring Scraping Therapy The Effect of Gua Sha Treatment on the Microcirculation of Surface Tissue Gua Sha, a press-stroke treatment of the skin, boosts the immune response to intradermal vaccination https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27760084/ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0254627214600546 https://www.beautyindependent.com/asian-american-beauty-brand-founders-ethics-selling-gua-sha/
30 minutes | Jun 8, 2023
Going Damp
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta talk about going damp, and all that it entails. Plus, they offer up advice on steering conversation away from diet talk, and how to trust your gut.   Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com, or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @bythebookpod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (formerly By the Book) Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta   Sources: https://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/faqs.htm#:~:text=To%20reduce%20the%20risk%20of,days%20when%20alcohol%20is%20consumed.  https://landmarkrecovery.com/what-is-going-damp/ https://www.instyle.com/damp-lifestyle-mindful-drinking-trend-6889419 https://www.huffpost.com/entry/damp-lifestyle-drinking-sober_l_6400ceb7e4b05f1e793e144d https://www.glam.com/1174682/what-it-means-to-live-a-damp-lifestyle/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/philosophy-stirred-not-shaken/202212/is-damp-approach-drinking-right-you https://nypost.com/2022/11/17/damp-lifestyle-is-the-newest-drinking-trend-on-tiktok/ https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/tiktok-nhs-b2264455.html https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/damp-drinking-tik-tok-wellness-trend-alcohol-dry-january-123553499.html https://www.besthealthmag.ca/article/how-to-drink-less-alcohol/ https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2015-57039-001   Damp TikToker Hana Elson: https://www.tiktok.com/@hana.elson
23 minutes | Jun 1, 2023
Mini-Ep: Almond Moms & Bullet Journals
On this mini-ep, Kristen & Jolenta share listener stories and feedback on bullet journals and almond moms. We hear from moms who are grappling with their own relationship to food and diet culture and listeners who grew up with an almond mom. Plus, listeners share some additional advice for our letter writers and some tips on keeping your journal organized.    Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com, or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @bythebookpod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (formerly By the Book) Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta
43 minutes | May 25, 2023
Bullet Journals
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta talk all about bullet journals. Plus, they offer up advice on dating as a tall woman, and how to accept help in times of need.   Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com, or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @bythebookpod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (formerly By the Book) Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta   Sources: https://www.pcmag.com/how-to/are-you-bad-at-bullet-journaling-try-these-digital-alternatives https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/323323#How-perfectionism-affects-our-overall-health https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2022/10/19/perfectionism-anxiety-excellence/ https://www.vox.com/the-highlight/2019/11/27/20975989/perfect-mental-health-perfectionism https://www.thelazygal.com/pros-cons-bullet-journaling-2021/ https://www.planningmindfully.com/reasons-people-struggle-with-bullet-journals/ https://www.bitofclarity.com/why-people-quit-bullet-journaling/ https://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/yoga-wellness/how-to-bullet-journal https://www.berkeleywellbeing.com/habit-tracking.html https://thefinancialdiet.com/the-dangers-of-data-fetishizing-3-ways-habit-tracking-helps-you-3-ways-its-hurting-more/ https://www.newyorker.com/culture/culture-desk/can-bullet-journaling-save-you https://bulletjournal.com/pages/about https://lifehacker.com/the-bullet-journal-minus-the-hype-is-actually-a-reall-1786382012 https://community.bulletjournal.com/
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