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 [email protected], 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! ...
Aug 24, 2023•32 min•Season 11Ep. 27
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 [email protected], 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://ww...
Aug 17, 2023•42 min•Season 11Ep. 26
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 [email protected], 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/group...
Aug 10, 2023•37 min•Season 11Ep. 25
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 [email protected], or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @howtobefinepod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (formerly By the Book) Fac...
Aug 03, 2023•38 min•Season 11Ep. 24
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 [email protected], 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/g...
Jul 27, 2023•48 min•Season 11Ep. 23
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 [email protected], 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/kristenan...
Jul 20, 2023•33 min•Season 11Ep. 22
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 [email protected], 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!...
Jul 13, 2023•50 min•Season 11Ep. 21
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 [email protected], 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 So...
Jul 06, 2023•43 min•Season 11Ep. 20
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 [email protected], 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/kri...
Jun 29, 2023•39 min•Season 11Ep. 19
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 [email protected], or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @howtobefinepod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (form...
Jun 22, 2023•32 min•Season 11Ep. 18
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 [email protected], 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...
Jun 15, 2023•35 min•Season 11Ep. 17
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 [email protected], 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...
Jun 08, 2023•36 min•Season 11Ep. 16
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 [email protected], or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @bythebookpod....
Jun 01, 2023•28 min•Season 11Ep. 15
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 [email protected], 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.c...
May 25, 2023•48 min•Season 11Ep. 14
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta talk about “almond moms” and diet obsession. Plus, they offer up advice on dealing with people that have strongly differing views, and how to occupy downtime at work. Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at [email protected], 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/kriste...
May 18, 2023•40 min•Season 11Ep. 13
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta share listener feedback on Lucky Girl Syndrome and Body Doubling. Plus, listeners offer additional advice to recent letter writers. Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at [email protected], 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 Learn more about your a...
May 11, 2023•29 min•Season 11Ep. 12
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta talk about the benefits and drawbacks of body doubling, notably for people who have trouble focusing on tasks. Plus, they offer up advice on cutting ties with family members, and getting over productivity guilt. Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at [email protected], 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 comm...
May 04, 2023•39 min•Season 11Ep. 11
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta talk about the viral manifestation trend: Lucky Girl Syndrome. Plus, they offer up advice on how to cope with indecisiveness, and adding glamour into everyday life. Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at [email protected], 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/kristena...
Apr 27, 2023•40 min•Season 11Ep. 10
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta share listener feedback to Buy Nothing and the “crunchy” lifestyle to anti-vax movement pipeline. Plus, listeners write in with their own tips on how to have a bargain wedding and what to do when you feel pressured to drink. Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at [email protected], or tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, or @bythebookpod. And if you haven't already, please join our How to Be Fine (formerly By the Book) ...
Apr 20, 2023•39 min•Season 11Ep. 9
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta discuss the “crunchy” lifestyle to anti-vax movement pipeline. Plus, they offer up advice on grieving a beloved pet, and dealing with the pressures of being a nondrinker. Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at [email protected], 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/kr...
Apr 13, 2023•37 min•Season 11Ep. 8
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta discuss the Buy Nothing project and the downfall of the community. Plus, they offer up advice on having an inexpensive wedding, and a return-to-office dilemma. Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at [email protected], 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/kristenandjol...
Apr 06, 2023•36 min•Season 11Ep. 7
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta share listener feedback on The Duggars, the Institute of Basic Life Principles (IBLP), and ice baths. Plus, listeners offer additional advice to recent letter writers. Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at [email protected], 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/krist...
Mar 30, 2023•42 min•Season 11Ep. 6
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta discuss ice baths, and the potential benefits and drawbacks. Plus, they offer up advice on dealing with a neurodivergent partner, and finding a new therapist. Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at [email protected], 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/kristenandjole...
Mar 23, 2023•36 min•Season 11Ep. 5
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta dive into the Duggar Family and their involvement in the religious cult the Institute of Basic Life Principles. The ladies break down the revelations that Jinger Duggar reveals in her bestselling book Become Free Indeed: My Story of Disentangling Faith from Fear, and the shame and social anxiety she experienced growing up. Plus, Kristen and Jolenta answer advice questions about emotional hoarding and helping a friend manage chronic pain. Do ...
Mar 16, 2023•40 min•Season 11Ep. 4
On this episode of How to Be Fine, Kristen and Jolenta share listener feedback on life coaches and the all-beef diet. Plus, listeners offer additional advice to recent letter writers. Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at [email protected], 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 Learn more about your ad c...
Mar 09, 2023•34 min•Season 11Ep. 3
Kristen and Jolenta bite into the all-beef diet controversy and share some of their own experiences with diet culture. Plus, they offer up advice on feeling behind in life and how to say goodbye to a family home. Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at [email protected], 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/kristenandjolen...
Mar 02, 2023•40 min•Season 11Ep. 2
On the very first episode of How to Be Fine, the ladies dive into the unregulated world of the life coaching industry. Plus, they offer up advice on living in the present and reconnecting with friends. Do you have an advice question for us? Email us at [email protected], 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 ...
Feb 23, 2023•41 min•Season 11Ep. 1
Half advice show, half cultural critique, and one wild ride through the world of wellness. Join podcast besties Kristen Meinzer and Jolenta Greenberg as they dissect the inner workings of the betterment industry - and offer up some advice along the way. Their goal? To help get you a little closer to fine. How to Be Fine launches February 23rd on this feed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 17, 2023•4 min
Kristen & Jolenta revisit their years of making By the Book with a walk down memory lane. The ladies listen back on some of their favorite clips from throughout the years - like the time Kristen used The Secret to move traffic, when the Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up nearly drove Dean mad, and when a drop of olive oil made Jolenta yelp for joy. Plus, they share a very special announcement! Join the By The Book Patreon Community! For $5 per month, you receive a new book summary, including ...
Feb 16, 2023•52 min•Season 10Ep. 22
Kristen & Jolenta chat with pop culture critic, comedian, writer and host of the podcast TV, I Say w Ashley Ray - you guessed it, Ashley Ray. The ladies chat about the explosion of self-help reality TV shows, their favorite self-help guru and cult documentaries, therapy on TV, and the queen of TV self-help, Oprah. Plus, they answer listener questions and Ashley shares her TV watch recommendations! You can find Ashley Ray's podcast TV, I Say here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tv-i-sa...
Feb 02, 2023•46 min•Season 10Ep. 21
