We have a heated debate about washcloths, Kristen tries to convert the world to shower wands, and Sarah shares about how she’s trying to break up with her phone. Be sure to join us over at our facebook page where this, and many other conversations, are inspired. In this episode: The How to Break Up With Your Phone book An easy replaceable rainfall shower head WITH A DETACHABLE WAND Moment App Instacart (a grocery delivery service that allows you to shop whole recipes from PrepDish) The Wet Brush...
May 04, 2018•46 min
Is racial bias a real thing? We talk about the recent episode where two black men are arrested at Starbucks for waiting to buy their drinks until a friend showed up. We also interview Leroy Barber, a racial justice activist and author, about how we can respond to racial bias. In this episode: Cover Your Gray spray Sseko caftans Ohm’s Fit and Fierce over 40 yoga program Plackers Orthopick Flosser for braces The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander The Warmth of Other Suns: The Epic Story of America...
Apr 27, 2018•59 min
We’re sharing mortifying stories of embarrassing ourselves at doctor visits, involving a mistaken hug, a conversation leading to a bladder sling, and other traumatic tales. Also, Kristen tries Livia for her cramps and is here to report on it. Spoiler alert: it works! In this episode we talk about: Our new facebook community to discuss all things selfcare. Come join us! The transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation device Livia which is a game-changer for period cramps The Gratitude Jar as a gr...
Apr 20, 2018•46 min
In addition to wanting to convert the world to the pleasures of the caftan (which we fully support), Liz Bohannon of Sseko Designs is an entrepreneur of an ethical fashion brand that’s creating jobs in vulnerable countries. We chat with her about mom guilt, house dresses, how she was inspired to start a business that empowers at-risk women, and the question of work-life balance that’s never asked of men. In this episode we talked about: * Sarah’s designer husband Dustin Dorr (check out his insta...
Apr 12, 2018•53 min
We are sharing our favorite lazy meals – those go-to recipes when you’ve failed to plan or are short on time. We also talk with Isabel Kallman and Jeanine Harvey of Feed Our Democracy about how everyone can engage politically in issues that matter to them. In this episode we talk about: Rice cookers Trader Joe’s turkey meatballs Applegate gluten-free chicken nuggets The One Campaign AlphaMom Feed Our Democracy Photo by Christopher Jolly on Unsplash Podcast (selfie): Learn more about your ad choi...
Apr 05, 2018•1 hr 2 min
Laura Mayes, founder of Mom 2.0 Summit, chats with us about how some devastating life experiences pushed her to better self-care and being more present. We also talk about some of our favorite crappy snacks for those moments when eating your feelings is all you can do. In this episode we talk about: ALT Summit The Keto Diet Kettle Salt & Pepper Chips Alter Eco Salted Caramel Trader Joe’s Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups 16 oz Newman’s Own Peanut Butter Cups Justin’s Peanut Butter Cups Lundb...
Mar 30, 2018•57 min
Photo by Francesca Tirico on Unsplash Our best travel tips! Travel can spark some serious anxiety but here are some hacks to stay sane. We also chat with Samantha Broxton (@sisterlocked), founder of Sister Locked and Raising Self, on FOMO (fear of missing out) and how it can rob us of our zen. In this episode we talked about: Buying one of everything, using refillable containers, labeling everything with alabel maker, and investing in a hanging toiletries bag. Kristen swears by the American Expr...
Mar 23, 2018•1 hr 1 min
Social media can make it feel like we are comparing our real life to everyone else’s highlight reel. We talk about how to protect yourself and how self-care can also include boundaries and saying no. We interview Kelly Beall, founder of the popular lifestyle blog Design Crush, on how she found a simple ritual of self-care that helped center her each day. Listen here: Play in new window | Download In this episode we talk about: Cetaphil cleanser and Cetaphil face lotion with SPF Alba Botanicals a...
Mar 16, 2018•1 hr 4 min
It’s possible this episode was recorded WHILE HUNGOVER in Palm Springs. We chat how to avoid hangovers, and also have an interview with Jane Mosbacher Morris of To The Market, who saw a need for empowering global women and came up with a practical solution through ethically-made goods. Jane had a pretty intense experience with burnout and shares her story with us. In this episode, we talk about: Nux Vomica Just the Wine Alka Seltzer We were a little buzzed during this Facebook Live we made. Also...
Mar 09, 2018•53 min
Mink Mingle Alright, let’s finally talk ACTUAL SELFIES and how to do them well. What’s the best angle? How do you nail the lighting? And to filter or not to filter? We are also going to talk vagifacials, the new trend of pampering the skin down there to keep your vagina looking young. (We are rolling our eyes at the need for younger vaginas, too.) Things we talked about in this episode: We think everyone should own a cheap tripod, and these ring lights for your phone are an inexpensive way to ge...
Mar 02, 2018•49 min
Andy Omvik Can you be addicted to habits or behaviors? We discuss process addictions, and how we can become hooked to certain experiences, from the internet to shopping to flirting. We talk about how to know when a process addiction has gone too far, and what to do about it. Some great books on process addictions: How to Break Up with Your Phone: The 30-Day Plan to Take Back Your Life To Buy or Not to Buy: Why We Overshop and How to Stop Your Brain on Porn: Internet Pornography and the Emerging ...
Feb 22, 2018•50 min
Kristen chats with friends Sarah Bessey, Jen Hatmaker,Tara Livesay, Jamie Wright, and Sarah Goodfellow about how they created friendships in their 30’s and 40’s, and built a tribe of ride-or-die friends in a unique way. If you enjoyed this conversation you might appreciate the books written by these ladies: For the Love by Jen Hatmaker Out of Sorts by Sarah Bessey The Very Worst Missionary by Jamie Wright Of Mess and Moxie by Jen Hatmaker Jesus Feminist by Sarah Bessey We’ve got a great deal for...
Feb 16, 2018•1 hr 1 min
We ponder the merits of the instant pot and share some favorite recipes, as well as our other must-have kitchen gadgets. We also conclude our enneagram series by talking about type nine, along with interviews with author Sarah Bessey and psychotherapist Baron Harley. In this episode, we talk about: The infamous Instant Pot Sarah’s favorite rice cooker Kristen’s rice cooker for supersized families The George Foreman grill Kristen’s favorite slow cooker Nom Nom Paleo’s instant-pot-rich new cookboo...
Feb 09, 2018•1 hr 6 min
Aging skin – it’s inevitable. But we’re talking about the practices and products that can help. We also chat about the confrontational charm of the enneagram type 8, including an interview with blogger (and mom of 9) Heidi Weimer. In this episode, we talk about: * Kristen brought Sarah over to the robe dark side. Kristen loves Barefoot Dreams but Sarah says the Parachute Robe is superior. * Facial Massage increases circulation in the skin, drains lymph nodes, boosts collagen, relieves tension, a...
Feb 08, 2018•1 hr 13 min
We are sharing the apps that help us function, sleep, maintain relationships, and edit photos. We also chat with Ryan Walton, blogger at DaringtoDad.com, about being an enneagram type 7. On this episode we mentioned the following apps that can be found in the iphone app store: We both credit Voxer for keeping many of our friendships alive, and count it as the app we use the most on any given day. Sarah is a fan for Group Me to stay in touch with special-interest kid’s activities like sports team...
Feb 05, 2018•1 hr 22 min
We’re talking favorite snacks, both salty and sweet, healthy and splurge-worthy. We also talk with Carlee Lane about being an enneagram type 6. In this episode we mention the following snacks: Trader Joe’s Omega Trek Mix La Croix Grapefruit or Cherry Lime flavor Whole Foods hot salsa with Garden of Eatin’ Sesame Blues Sugar snap peas or edamame with Maldon Sea Salt Fair-trade chocolate chips Trader Joe’s Everything Blend Spike Seasoning Apples and brie or apples and Justin’s maple almond butter ...
Jan 31, 2018•1 hr 2 min
What supplements should you be taking? We chat about our daily regimen, and continue our conversation about the enneagram, taking a deeper dive into type 5. We chat with Kelley Nikondeha, author of Adopted: The Sacrament of Belonging in a Fractured World, about some of the unique strengths and challenges of being an enneagram 5, as well as with Seth Haines, author of Coming Clean, about some of the internal fears and motivations unique to type 5’s. We also share a great offer from Grove Collabor...
Jan 11, 2018•1 hr 16 min
From teas to hand creams to cozy blankets, we are talking all of our favorite winter products. Plus, an interview with Holly Rankin Zaher about being an Enneagram Type 4. New to the enneagram? Check out The Road Back to You by Ian Cron. Kristen’s favorites: Shaggy blanket Hempz herbal body lotion Ahava hand cream Marula oil : Acure is a great bargain option and on sale for $8.99 right now. If you want to go luxury try Drunk Elephant for $72 Thymes – Frasier Fir Pine Needle Green Glass Jar Barefo...
Jan 04, 2018•1 hr 8 min
What are Kristen and Sarah’s goals for the New Year – and are resolutions really such a good idea? We’ll be taking a break next week to celebrate Christmas, but see you back here in 2018! Our old posts about New Year’s Resolutions: Kristen’s year of ENOUGH Kristen’s failed resolutions from 2011 Sarah’s 2012 resolutions Sarah’s 2017 resolutions (still trying to embrace her natural waves #BIGFATFAIL) Here is a great read for our fellow Enneagram 3s. Ambition Addiction Also, Zola is reinventing the...
Dec 21, 2017•1 hr
How do we stay sane over the holidays? We share our tips, and have a conversation with Meagan Francis of The Mom Hour about being a type 2 on the Enneagram. To take the test to find out your own type, you can visit this site for a quick, free test, or buy the $12 Riso-Hudson Enneagram Type Indicator test at the Enneagram Institute for a more thorough assessment and explanation of your secondary types. (We recommend springing for the paid test.) Here are some Enneagram books we recommend: The Wis...
Dec 13, 2017•48 min
In our last episode of Selfie, Sarah and I shared a ton of unique gift ideas for the women, men and kids in your life. Here are some of our favorites: For Women: If you love the smell of walking into an Anthropologie, you need Capri Blue candles. It smells like a tropical vacation. Kristen is partial to the mercury glass collection because of the glow the glass gives off. She’s also a fan of Jonathan Adler’s red currant candle. Wanna gift a cookbook? We recommend How To Cook Anything by Mark Bit...
Dec 11, 2017•1 hr 3 min
We are talking about type 1’s (the Reformers) in our ongoing Enneagram series. And botox – should you do it? We have a fascinating interview with Kendra Adachi of The Lazy Genius Podcast, who is an Enneagram 1, as well as Jenny Potter, a creative producer at Willowcreek. Also, Kristen admits to her cognitive dissonance around her own botox use. Here are some books we talked about in this episode: The Complete Enneagram: 27 Paths to Greater Self-Knowledge by Beatrice Chestnut The Road Back to You...
Dec 06, 2017•1 hr 4 min
What can you learn about your internal motivations and drives from the Enneagram? We’re kicking off a series on this fascinating personality theory. In this introductory episode we will explain what it is, and then talk through each type with writer and enneagram enthusiast Leigh Kramer. We’re also joined by Christopher Heuertz, author of The Sacred Enneagram, who shares some of the history of the enneagram, it’s spiritual origins and modern psychological iterations, and how our childhood fears ...
Nov 22, 2017•1 hr 2 min
Can embracing our mortality help us living more fully? Caleb Wilde, author of Confessions of a Funeral Director, shares with us some of his insights about facing death and what we can learn from loss. We also continue the skincare conversation, talking about our evening routines for a clean and healthy face. Facial massage is a thing. Sarah’s favorite tutorial is here. Wanna go green with your evening face routine? We recommend: For luxe: Tata Harper Regenerating Cleanser – use code whoorl10 for...
Nov 18, 2017•50 min
We talk our morning skincare rituals, and interview Obama’s former social media manager about keep the peace when our politics collide. Caleb Gardner of the digital innovation firm 18 Coffees gives us some insight for staying sane in the midst of our current climate. Plus, to tattoo or not to tattoo? Kristen regrets not having any, and Sarah regrets the ones she has. In this episode, we mentioned: The new Nom Nom Paleo book Wanna go green with your face routine? We recommend: For luxe: Tata Harp...
Nov 09, 2017•1 hr 1 min
Is the internet making us dumber? More dumb? How can detachment help us avoid self-hate? And can watching TV be a form of self-care? In this episode, we chat about our collective addiction to scrolling the internet, and the negative effects of screentime (and how to get control.) We also chat with Cheri Huber, author of There Is Nothing Wrong with You: Going Beyond Self-Hate and founder of the Zen Monastery Peace Center , about the process of letting go of our negative personal narratives. And w...
Nov 02, 2017•1 hr 3 min
This is my favorite episode of Selfie so far because 1) our conversation about pubic hair was so cringey and hilarious that my cheeks hurt from laughing, and 2) our conversation about detachment with Bj Hickman was full of life-giving lightbulb moments about relationships and detaching from people pleasing. In this episode we take a deep dive (ooph) into pubic hair and some of the challenges of hair removal in this delicate area, sharing our own experiences with lasers, waxing, shaving, trimming...
Oct 31, 2017•1 hr 7 min
Most of us know how to eat well . . . so why don’t we? We discuss the barriers to a healthy diet, the last factor of Myers Briggs (Judging vs. Perceiving) and how it affects self-care, and we each dish on our current favorite fashion trend. Spoiler alert: we have a strong disagreement on high-waisted pants. Our latest episode is here: In this episode, we talked about: Have you tried Whole 30? Kristen found it to be a game-changer in terms of learning to meal plan. We are both fans of Trader Joe’...
Oct 20, 2017•57 min
This is our hair episode. We talk all things follicular, from going gray to the best flat iron to whether or not those hair pills really work. Plus, body positivity – we’re positively conflicted about it. We love the movement and yet . . . we have concerns and feelings and confusion. You'll just have to listen: And Thinking vs. Feeling: what the third Myers Briggs quadrant means for your personality and your own self-care habits. In this episode, we talked about: Lisa from This Organic Girl is g...
Oct 17, 2017•1 hr 6 min
How do you stay sane when the world seems broken? We talk with grief therapist Claire Bidwell-Smith about collective trauma after national tragedies, and with activist Micky Jones about the intersection of activism and self-care. Special thanks to Claire Bidwell-Smith, author of The Rules of Inheritance and After This, and Micky Jones, social justice doula. You can check out her blog and upcoming speaking engagements here. If you feel so led, we recommend the following ways to take action: Donat...
Oct 05, 2017•57 min
