In this episode we discuss all things to help you boost your mood because we know that this is what we all need right now. We cover some of the big categories like sleep, eating well, and the community you surround yourself with. We also talk about the little things you can do throughout the day to help give you that little mood booster. Of course we start the season with favorite things which include plants, books, and fall candles. Favorite Things: Bailey: All things fall including the best sm...
Sep 21, 2020•27 min
Why do we (mostly women) apologize when we aren’t really sorry? In this episode Courtney and Bailey answer that question and more like … Why do women apologize more than men? Is it harmful to over-apologize? Switching out “sorry” for other more appropriate words and phrases. How will apologizing less impact other parts of your life. Things you never have to apologize for. Find links to everything mentioned in the show notes on soulandwit.com...
Aug 10, 2020•25 min
We all want to push the restart button on 2020 and thankfully we don’t have to wait. You can restart anytime. Today’s episode covers … The best time to restart. Helpful ways to kickstart a restart. Letting go of the guilt of letting go. Waffles, lots of waffles. The importance of inspiration and boundaries. Find links to everything mentioned in the show notes on soulandwit.co
Aug 03, 2020•23 min
The Soul & Wit mother daughter duo take a walk down memory lane and share some of their favorite childhood memories. You’ll hear about … Bailey’s birthday food extravaganza Courtney’s CB radio handle Bailey’s stand up comedian dreams Things they hated as kids but love as adults Courtney’s first concert What Bailey, her cousin and her dog have in common Why encouraging kids to eat seafood may be a mistake Courtney’s first job (at 5 years old) Bailey’s office supply obsession The risque TV sho...
Jul 27, 2020•37 min
Courtney and Bailey talk about the importance of slowing down with practical ways to boycott busyness. They discuss … Why it’s important to slow down How busyness is harmful Cold showers Wim Hof and Harry Styles Slow mornings Slow spaces Slow activities Find links to everything mentioned in the show notes on soulandwit.com
Jul 20, 2020•37 min
People, projects and companies are being canceled at the speed of light, or the speed of social media. In this episode Bailey and Courtney talk about what cancel culture is and if it’s effective in making positive change. They explore the following questions: What is cancel culture? Is cancel culture helping or hurting Is it a form of activism? How does social media contribute? Is there a better way to encourage change? Find links to everything mentioned in the show notes on soulandwit.com...
Jul 13, 2020•36 min
We are spending more time than ever at home. Whether you are feeling cooped up in quarantine or just finding ways to enjoy being home more often, these tiny decluttering projects will help. In this episode, Courtney & Bailey share: Why it’s a good time to focus on tiny projects How moving shines a light on clutter A knick knack debate What to do with diplomas What Bailey found in the cupboard under her sink What Bailey has too much of in her freezer Stress buying during quarantine Find links...
Jul 06, 2020•35 min
Courtney and Bailey chat with Katie Tallo, Author of Dark August, a novel (thriller, mystery) that is hard to put down. They talk about: How Courtney and Katie met ten years ago. What Dark August is about. Katie’s writing process and authors who inspired her to write a book. Recommendations for people who want to write and publish fiction and how she found a literary agent. Katie’s favorite books to recommend. Find links to everything mentioned in the show notes on soulandwit.com...
Jun 29, 2020•41 min
There are tiny steps you can take to replace plastic bags, toxic household cleaners and other items that will clean up the air you breathe, save you money over time and help you take better care of your health and the health of the planet. Courtney and Bailey talk about the swaps they’ve made for … Ziploc bags Cleaning supplies Reusable makeup pads Rose gold straws And … The phrase Courtney asks Bailey never to use on the podcast again. The best time to make the swap. A sustainable swap fail. Fi...
Jun 22, 2020•32 min
Bailey and Courtney talk about the difference between not being racist and being anti-racist. They also share resources to help you learn more, do better and have conversations with your friends and family about how to end systemic racism.
Jun 15, 2020•34 min
Things happen in quarantine that wouldn’t have happened without it. Courtney and Bailey talk about the different things they are doing, that they didn’t expect and probably never would have done without being quarantined. See how many of the ten on their list are happening in your life. Find links to everything mentioned in the show notes on soulandwit.com
Jun 01, 2020•32 min
Not only is it a weird time overall, but it’s a weird time to be thinking about time. March was three years long and April was only two minutes. What is going on? In today’s episode Bailey and Courtney talk about … The real reason time feels so weird right now The infinite present How to make weekends different from weekdays The meditation series Bailey is using to deal with change Why trying to escape being present will make this time more challenging What might help you have a better grasp on ...
May 25, 2020•45 min
Today’s beginner series is about Crystals with Magdalena of My Metaphysical Maven. If you want to learn more about how to use crystals, and more importantly how to trust yourself, tune in. Today’s episode covers … Magdalena’s connection to crystals. Which crystals she uses in her own life. Noticing when to say yes and when to say no. Knowing what crystals you need. The crystal for spiritual awakening. The best stone for guilt and regret. Grounding practices. Crystals during a full moon. Find lin...
May 18, 2020•42 min
Today’s episode is about the tools and resources it takes to run an online business. Courtney and Bailey share exactly what they use in their businesses to manage email, social media, podcasting and more. Find links to everything mentioned in the show notes on soulandwit.com
May 11, 2020•48 min
Today’s beginner series is about Tapping with Jessica Ortner, co-founder of The Tapping Solution. Jessica is a stress-reduction expert and one of the leading voices teaching EFT Tapping, a revolutionary self-soothing technique that combines ancient Chinese acupressure and modern psychology. Tapping has been proven to reduce cortisol (the stress hormone), making Tapping a powerful and easy tool to manage the stress of our daily lives. In 2018, along with her brothers Nick and Alex, she launched T...
May 04, 2020•43 min
Instead of sharing our weekly favorites with you today, we are sharing all of the favorites. Learn about our favorite … Workouts Cities Books Podcasts TV Shows Food/Snacks/Drinks And more Find links to everything mentioned in the show notes on soulandwit.com
Apr 27, 2020•47 min
In this episode, Courtney & Bailey interview Gabe Kennedy, Co-founder of Plant People. This is the first in a new “beginner’s series” introducing you something you might be curious about. Today’s topic is CBD and Gabe is the expert. He’s a trained chef and Plant People was an evolution in his embrace of alternative medicine (from a household of healers, his parents are acupuncturists and herbalists). Plant People is a philosophy. Alongside its high quality and innovative products, the compan...
Apr 20, 2020•1 hr 2 min
Every few months, Courtney and Bailey answer your questions about anything. In today’s episode they answer questions about everything from relationships and running a small business to how they are dealing with the Covid-19 crisis. They talk about: Why Courtney and her husband are social distancing (from each other). Feeling all the feelings. Why working from home right now isn’t really working from home. How to deal with a break-up. The podcasts they listen to. Whether they are as non-judgement...
Apr 13, 2020•42 min
If you’ve been thinking about overhauling your skincare and makeup products from traditional to clean (non-toxic) versions, this episode is for you. Courtney and Bailey have slowly been moving from their favorite skincare products and makeup to healthier alternatives. They talk about: Why it’s important to make the switch to clean beauty The app that helps you figure out what’s clean and what’s not The struggle to find good deodorant The smell Bailey cannot tolerate Products they are using now (...
Apr 06, 2020•52 min
In the midst of Covid-19, we are all adjusting to things like uncertainty and more alone time. Courtney and Bailey talk about how they are navigating these uncharted waters, what they’ve experienced (including a surprise earthquake) and what’s helping them stay calm. They cover: - What Courtney learned from panicking during the earthquake. - What they are both reading and NOT reading to not freak out. - The social media outlet Courtney cut completely for now. - How Bailey is still making things ...
Mar 30, 2020•32 min
Bailey and Courtney are reading more than ever. In today’s episode, they share what they’ve read over the last few months. They share: Fiction and non-fiction books Books that made us laugh, cry and the one we thought was absolutely bonkers The best way to support your favorite authors The definition of brain candy Where Bailey keeps her little library The one book Bailey tells Courtney to “put ahead of all other books and read now” Note: This was recorded in February before we knew what was com...
Mar 23, 2020•32 min
Being bored is a good thing but if you constantly squash your boredom with scrolling the internet and watching Netflix might be squashing the benefits too. Check out these better ways to be bored. Courtney and Bailey talk about: When Bailey knows she’s really bored Why it’s good to be bored The benefits of unplugging when bored Trigger thumb (what?) The weird thing Bailey does when she’s bored How Elizabeth Gilbert gave a book idea to Ann Patchett with a kiss Find all show notes at soulandwit.co...
Mar 16, 2020•38 min
If you buy things you don’t need, spend money you don’t have or are simply curious about how changing your shopping habits may add value to your life, don’t miss this conversation. Courtney and Bailey discuss … 3 Scary Shopping Statistics A 30-day experiment to help you know what your shopping habits are How much Courtney spent at Starbucks in one month An update on Bailey’s no disposable cup resolution The credit card trap that makes you shop more The real reason we overshop Bailey’s no-shoppin...
Mar 09, 2020•37 min
If you feel overwhelmed right now or in certain situations or even all the time, you are not alone. This episode on being overwhelmed and how to help yourself when you feel like you are drowning in a sea of busyness and stress. In this episode we talk about: The difference between situational overwhelm and chronic overwhelm What to do when you are feeling overwhelmed What being overwhelmed is trying to tell you Find all show notes at soulandwit.com...
Mar 02, 2020•35 min
Today we are chatting with Holistic Health Practitioner and Educator, Randi Kay from naturallyrandikay.com. Randi Kay has been helping people heal through bodywork, yoga, and self-care coaching for over a decade. Her mission is to help people simplify the healing journey by amplifying their own inner wisdom and teaching seasonal self-care practices. Along with her practice based out of Fargo, ND, Randi offers self-care tools online, such as her Seasonal Healing programs, instructional online cou...
Feb 24, 2020•50 min
If you’ve ever been on a diet or all the diets, or worried about your weight, or derived your worth from your weight, you’ve already experienced diet culture. In this episode, Courtney and Bailey talk about … What diet culture actually is How Courtney’s constant dieting affected Bailey growing up The difference in their relationships with food Disordered eating What the word flattering really means Ways we can fight diet culture Find all show notes at soulandwit.com...
Feb 17, 2020•37 min
This episode is all about how to pack, organizing your stuff (sort of), and how to reduce stress so you can actually enjoy your trip. If packing for a trip stresses you out or you love to travel but hate to pack , tune in and get tips from Courtney and Bailey. Courtney and Bailey talk about … What they never do when they travel Why Courtney doesn’t camp anymore The real reason we all tend to overpack Why “just in case” is a terrible reason to pack something The packing cubes we use Packing tips ...
Feb 10, 2020•37 min
This episode is all about minimalist fashion challenge Project 333. Courtney’s new book Project 333 will be available on March 3rd. Courtney and Bailey talk about … How Project 333 always takes over the conversation. Courtney’s boring closet. How shopping is stressful The Project 333 Challenge Rules A breakdown of how many of each item on Courtney’s list What people are most worried about when it comes to doing the challenge. Listen in to hear all things Project 333: the book, the tour and the c...
Feb 03, 2020•38 min
Salt Lake City is home to Soul & Wit’s mother daughter duo’s hometown. After living in this beautiful, mountain-west city for fifteen years, Courtney and Bailey share their favorite things to do, where to get good coffee and where to eat breakfast, lunch, dinner and of course … dessert! By listening to this podcast, you’ll also learn what words Courtney has been mispronouncing for years and the one thing Bailey only does for really good friends.
Jan 27, 2020•57 min
Today’s episode is all about creating and running an internet based business. Bailey talks about her experience growing beautifuldetour.com and helping clients with social media. Courtney shares the (almost 10 year) evolution of bemorewithless.com and how her business has grown and shifted, often in directions she didn’t anticipate. They discuss: The highs and lows of working for yourself. Getting comfortable with uncertainty. Creating an exit strategy from a job you hate. The best time to get s...
Jan 20, 2020•1 hr
