If you find yourself struggling on the holiday, this pep talk is for you. If this is the best day of the year and you don’t listen to this episode until next week when the holiday dust settles down…this pep talk is also for you. Because no matter how you feel about any single day, Nora reminds us a day is such a fleeting thing. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests...
Dec 25, 2023•5 min•Ep. 172
Being an adult is hardly ever what you expected it to be. Nora’s shares a poem by her friend, the writer Kate Baer , about enjoying life regardless. You can find Kate’s poetry and other work on her website . “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO...
Dec 22, 2023•6 min•Ep. 171
This listener shares the funny reality of working to keep a tradition alive that no one actually wants to keep alive. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Going To Be OK” is brought to you by The Hartford . The Hartford...
Dec 21, 2023•4 min•Ep. 170
This Okay listener’s mother is Christmas incarnate, and shares her love for the season every day with her daughter. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Going To Be OK” is brought to you by The Hartford . The Hartford i...
Dec 20, 2023•8 min•Ep. 169
Nora loves a lot of things, but chief among them is holidays movies — the tackier the better. But not everyone can just sit back and enjoy the absurdity. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Going To Be OK” is brought t...
Dec 19, 2023•11 min•Ep. 168
Nora shares a dream that was a visit from her dead husband, Aaron. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Going To Be OK” is brought to you by The Hartford . The Hartford is a leading insurance provider that’s helping to ...
Dec 18, 2023•8 min•Ep. 167
Nora loves the creative genius of Olivia Rodrigo — and loves even more how we’re all bound by such similar mistakes. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Going To Be OK” is brought to you by The Hartford . The Hartford ...
Dec 15, 2023•7 min•Ep. 166
An Okay listener shares the Midwestern pride and joy of a good deal through our second favorite currency — Kohl’s Cash. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Going To Be OK” is brought to you by The Hartford . The Hartfo...
Dec 14, 2023•9 min•Ep. 165
The Feelings & Co team shares some of their memories ahead of the holiday season. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Going To Be OK” is brought to you by The Hartford . The Hartford is a leading insurance provider...
Dec 13, 2023•11 min•Ep. 164
We have our first submission from a child, and it might just be some of the most sage insights we’ve gotten yet. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Going To Be OK” is brought to you by The Hartford . The Hartford is a...
Dec 12, 2023•6 min•Ep. 163
Nora loves the holidays, and her favorite way to make the season special is by pulling out her Dickens Christmas village. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Going To Be OK” is brought to you by The Hartford . The Hart...
Dec 11, 2023•7 min•Ep. 162
A pep talk for when you’re struggling with imposter syndrome. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Going To Be OK” is brought to you by The Hartford . The Hartford is a leading insurance provider that’s helping to simpl...
Dec 08, 2023•7 min•Ep. 161
A widow shares a habit she started after her husband died, that’s helped her view her life in a new way. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Going To Be OK” is brought to you by The Hartford . The Hartford is a leading...
Dec 07, 2023•8 min•Ep. 160
Are you reading this right now while laying on your couch, paralyzed by depression, anxiety or ennui?? Listen to this episode and then stand up and take yourself on a SOD Walk! Dylan Marron is the creator of the SOD Walk. He is also the host of the podcast The Redemption of JarJar Binks and the author of Conversations With People Who Hate Me: 12 Things I Learned from Talking to Internet Strangers . Listen to Dylan’s episode of The Terrible Reading Club . __ “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podca...
Dec 06, 2023•11 min•Ep. 159
Parenting a child with a disability can be challenging. But our listener Ashley shares a story about how some days it’s also really, really funny. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Going To Be OK” is brought to you b...
Dec 05, 2023•6 min•Ep. 158
When we’re grieving, we sometimes find messages from the universe or dead loved ones in the most surprising places. Nora tells us about a time she found that in the Minneapolis airport. You can watch Nora’s TED Talk about moving forward through grief here . _ “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Shar...
Dec 04, 2023•12 min•Ep. 157
Nora’s nephew got COVID a few years ago and had to stay home from school during the fun, end of year activities. One of his friends wrote him a get well soon note that’s stuck with Nora ever since. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsa...
Dec 01, 2023•7 min•Ep. 156
A listener named Andrea shares her family's daily mantra: the sun came up today . It’s a moment of gratitude, a meditative reflection and a pep talk- whatever you need that day. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Goin...
Nov 30, 2023•6 min•Ep. 155
First, there was IGTBO (It’s Going To Be Okay). Then, there was YGYSYDG (You’re Good, You’re Safe, You’re Doing Great). Today, we’re thrilled to bring you our latest affirmation in the form of an acronym: TITMYBWF (listen for definition). – “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at ...
Nov 29, 2023•6 min•Ep. 154
A listener named Emily writes in to share how Meghan Trainor’s music helped her realize things were going to be okay after her divorce. Check out our Instagram for a special surprise after you’ve listened to this episode: @IGTBO _ “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.44...
Nov 28, 2023•7 min•Ep. 153
There are only 561 California Condors in the WORLD, making them one of the RAREST BIRDS. And this summer, Nora saw two of them. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Going To Be OK” is brought to you by The Hartford . Th...
Nov 27, 2023•7 min•Ep. 152
Nora loves to honor her dead husband, Aaron, exactly as he loved to be celebrated when he was alive: with big birthday celebration. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Going To Be OK” is brought to you by The Hartford ...
Nov 24, 2023•8 min•Ep. 151
Producer Megan shares an ode to the world’s ugliest shoe. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Going To Be OK” is brought to you by The Hartford . The Hartford is a leading insurance provider that’s helping to simplify ...
Nov 23, 2023•8 min•Ep. 150
Listener submission about how hummingbirds are her okay sign from the universe, especially now that her mom is battling cancer for the fifth time. We love our Okay Birds! “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Going To Be...
Nov 22, 2023•6 min•Ep. 149
This Okay listener feels closer to her son after discovering she can make him merino wool socks that soothe his skin. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Going To Be OK” is brought to you by The Hartford . The Hartford...
Nov 21, 2023•6 min•Ep. 148
Nora shares about her first Thanksgiving without Aaron, 3 days after he died. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Going To Be OK” is brought to you by The Hartford . The Hartford is a leading insurance provider that’s ...
Nov 20, 2023•9 min•Ep. 147
Nora’s uncle, Roger, passed away at 95 years old last summer. Nora wasn't able to be there for the ceremony, but she got a beautiful handwritten snapshot from her mom documenting the funeral. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co ...
Nov 17, 2023•8 min•Ep. 146
A listener writes to us all the way from Poland about a few okay things: hammocks, postcards and picnics. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Going To Be OK” is brought to you by The Hartford . The Hartford is a leadin...
Nov 16, 2023•8 min•Ep. 145
This submission comes from a family therapist who sees a massage therapist to feel okay after a long work week. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Going To Be OK” is brought to you by The Hartford . The Hartford is a ...
Nov 15, 2023•6 min•Ep. 144
This sweet listener submission is about the love of sunsets, and how commonly shared that love is. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co . Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co . – “It’s Going To Be OK” is brought to you by The Hartford . The Hartford is a leading insur...
Nov 14, 2023•7 min•Ep. 143
