We live in a culture that is obsessed with perfection. Social media can also fuel this desire to have a curated life. What are the signs that we may be suffering from some form of perfectionism and what are the steps to overcoming it? This episode dives into defining what it is and how it can be possible to become a recovered perfectionist. Resources Charly Haversat Ted Talk on perfectionism click HERE 10 Ways to Overcome Perfectionism click HERE The Sweetest Thing High school homecoming crown s...
Sep 12, 2022•22 min•Season 3Ep. 17
Dr. Ashurina Ream is a licensed clinical psychologist and the CEO & founder of Psyched Mommy, which is a community where moms can share honest motherhood experiences and learn about mental health. Dr. Ream has worked with those struggling with body image, eating disorders, parenting, health-related mood impairment, cognitive functioning and general mental health. She has courses online that address burnout, overwhelm & worry, and other topics in motherhood and parenting. Heidi and Ashuri...
Sep 05, 2022•43 min•Season 3Ep. 16
Getting outside can be the absolute best medicine. But how exactly is it good for us? This episode breaks down four scientific-backed reasons why getting outside in nature is good for the mind, body, and soul. References: Click HERE Click HERE Click HERE Pinky Swear & Co. AND Pink Lemonade Stand had a candle baby! Use code PLS15 for 15% off Website https://pinkyswearandco.com/products/limited-edition-the-pink-lemonade-stand Instagram @pinkyswearandco The Sweetest Thing Man helps stranger wit...
Aug 29, 2022•15 min•Season 3Ep. 15
All aboard the pep-talk train! Some seasons in life are more difficult than others with road blocks, speed bumps, and one challenge after the next. This is a reminder to keep going and never give up. The next thing for you is right around the corner but you'll never get there if you don't round the corner. The world needs you to be the exact you that you are. Pinky Swear & Co. AND Pink Lemonade Stand had a candle baby! Use code PLS15 for 15% off Website https://pinkyswearandco.com/products/l...
Aug 22, 2022•11 min•Season 3Ep. 14
It's time to get on the take-it-up-a-notch train! We've got five suggestions on how to instantly level up your life. Do you feel you may be in a rut or need a little boost to help motivate you? These tiny steps can lead to massive leaps in living an elevated life. No matter what it is you've been struggling with, one of these tips is bound to give you a zest in your step. References: Waking up early read HERE The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod click HERE Making Your Bed click HERE Make Your Bed by...
Aug 15, 2022•25 min•Season 3Ep. 13
Why are we drawn to sad music and movies? And why is sorrow, longing, and sadness necessary in our lives? Many researchers and authors have asked these questions and what they found is fascinating. Understanding the meaning of sadness and how it can benefit our lives might change our perspective on its important role in our human experience. References: Susan Cain Ted Talk 2019 click HERE BitterSweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole by Susan Cain click HERE Psychology Today The Value of Sad...
Aug 08, 2022•27 min•Season 3Ep. 12
Have you ever felt like a fraud? That at any moment people will figure out you are not smart, talented, or worthy? This totally normal human experience is felt by even the most well-known and accomplished people. This episode will give you a booster in combatting the imposter syndrome plague and leave you with some zest in your step. Resources: Quotes on imposter syndrome click HERE and HERE Take a quiz and see study on imposter syndrome click HERE The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women: Why Ca...
Aug 01, 2022•19 min•Season 3Ep. 11
We have all experienced the fear of missing out (FOMO) at some point in our lives. The idea that we are not doing enough, busy enough and missing out on anything in life has plagued our society and resulted in anxiety. The antidote for FOMO is JOMO (the joy of missing out). We discuss three steps to adopt the joy-of-missing out mindset. Resources: 6 Tips to Embrace the Joy of Missing Out click HERE Study on anxiety from FOMO in younger generation click HERE JOMO vs FOMO click HERE How to Break U...
Jul 25, 2022•27 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Do you have a bucket list? Are you doing anything to take action on your list? Often these ideas and dreams are put on the back burner while we get caught up in every day life. We are discussing the importance of making those dreams a reality and breaking down how to start achieving these goals now. Start living your best bucket list life! Resources: 3 Steps to Achieving Your Dreams click HERE Brené Brown's Podcast Interview with Dan Pink The Power of Regret click HERE Bucket List Ideas click HE...
Jul 18, 2022•23 min•Season 3Ep. 9
What is the secret to happiness? This is something that we are constantly searching for. Heidi is sharing three ways to start feeling happier today. Whether you are looking for some tips to jump start your day, or some life long practices to change the way you live, these mindsets can shift your outlook to a more positive and happier self. Resources: Think Like a Monk by Jay Shetty click HERE A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle click HERE Research study on gratitude click HERE Positive affirmations cli...
Jul 11, 2022•21 min•Season 3Ep. 8
We're baaaaack! This minisode is giving you a punch to the face with joy! The good news story will be sure to inspire you as well as a HUGE announcement of a Pink Lemonade Stand collaboration with Pinky Swear & Co. Welcome back to the Pink Lemonade Stand where we are freakin' squeezin' the day over here! Pinky Swear & Co. AND Pink Lemonade Stand had a candle baby! Use code PLS15 for 15% off Website https://pinkyswearandco.com/products/limited-edition-the-pink-lemonade-stand Instagram @pi...
Jul 04, 2022•17 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Heidi is a guest on the M3 Podcast, an inspiring and motivational podcast, hosted by John Clinebell, that encourages entrepreneurs to "Make Moves in Music." John and Heidi discuss how the Pink Lemonade Stand came to be and chat in depth about toxic positivity, and the power of authentic positivity. Heidi also shares her own lemons to lemonade challenging moments that include anxiety, fear and meditation. Follow the M3 Podcast with host John Clinebell Listen on Apple Podcasts HERE Listen on Spoti...
Jun 13, 2022•37 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Melissa Harding is a Los Angeles based singer, songwriter and vocal coach. She toured as a backup singer with rock band Sixx: A.M. and has appeared on records for the bands sister albums Prayers for the Damned and Prayers for the Blessed. Melissa released her newest single in the spring of 2022 called Paper Suit. She is currently writing/producing and scoring a 10 part documentary style about the life of her father, who passed away during the pandemic. Melissa tells stories about her time on tou...
Jun 06, 2022•41 min•Season 3Ep. 5
William Joseph is one of the most electrifying pianists, composers and producers of our time. He was a child prodigy that began writing music and played solo performances at the age of 5. Williams' collaboration with David Foster led him to share the stage with John Legend, Michael Bublé, Natalie Cole, Barbara Streisand, Alicia Keys, and that’s just naming a few. William shares the story of being discovered by David Foster, tells behind-the-scenes stories of his wild music video adventures, and ...
May 30, 2022•42 min•Season 3Ep. 4
John Coulter is an artist, sculpture, entertainer, model, and costume designer. John has a 20 year long modeling career that led him to work with models like Cindy Crawford and Naomi Campbell and singers like Madonna and Britney Spears. He now works for Disney as a freelance artist in the entertainment art department selling fine art at the Disneyland parks. John shares stories about his modeling career, the details of his journey as a Disney artist, and openly shares about the recent loss in hi...
May 23, 2022•35 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Jon Moss is a social media influencer and musician that rose to internet fame by creating comedic and motivational clips on TikTok. Documenting his journey as a truck driver, through becoming homeless, and now through his journey to being housed again, Jon humanizes internet fame and provides comedic relief even in dire situations. He shares a story of being trapped outside in a blizzard for 24 hours, his experience with homelessness, and the largest obstacle in his life he's had to overcome. Fo...
May 16, 2022•35 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Andrea Allen, fitness coach, and host and creator of the Make it Simple Podcast, joins the stand to discuss the most common misconceptions in the weight loss and wellness industry. Andrea gives a breakdown of topics that are most commonly asked by her clients and listeners. She discusses motivation, comparison and openly shares how she overcomes her personal struggles in this current season of life. Follow Andrea Instagram @deliciouslyfitnhealthy Website https://www.deliciouslyfitnhealthy.com/ L...
May 09, 2022•39 min•Season 3Ep. 1
It's season three of the Pink Lemonade Stand. Exsqueeze me!? Optimist, and positivity-pro, Heidi Webster, is diving deep with an amazing lineup of delightful guests who share how they turn lemons into lemonade in their lives. These new weekly episodes are serving up refreshing good news stories and will leave you with some inspiring zest in your step so you can go out there and Squeeze the freakin' Day. So, come on, grab a cute little glass of pink lemonade and come sip with us. Follow the PLS P...
May 02, 2022•1 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Nicole makes a big announcement! Heidi and Nicole bring the bitter and the sweet as they celebrate their last episode together. This episode brings laughter and tears as they play an epic round of "Time to Get Juicy" rapid fire questions, and Heidi surprises Nicole with a special tribute from the PLS listeners. WE LOVE YOU NICOLE! - The PLS Fam The Sweetest Thing How one teacher uses books to help students with emotions like anxiety and grief. Read story HERE. Send us your good-news stories. Ema...
Apr 25, 2022•36 min•Season 2Ep. 66
Kelsie Buhl is a Las Vegas business-owner, mom of 2, soon to be 3, and one of the happiest people we know. She opened The Gathering Place in the summer of 2021, a natural light photography studio and event space, and it is changing the game. Kelsie talks about the journey to finding your purpose, thriving in motherhood and business, and vulnerably shares one of her life long challenges. Follow Kelsie Buhl Instagram @kelsieishappy The Gathering Place @thegatheringplacelv Book The Gathering Place ...
Apr 18, 2022•50 min•Season 2Ep. 65
Nicole and Heidi are bringing you a little bite-sized episode of joy. They chit chat about Little Caesars for the win, a senior podcaster offering her wisdom to the world, and the newest candle craze. Squeeze the day! The Sweetest Thing Speeding Past 80 Podcast. Listen HERE. Send us your good-news stories. Email us at theplspodcast@gmail.com Get your PLS Merch Visit our merchandise store HERE Zesty of the week Pinky Swear Candle Co. our newest obzession. Check them out HERE Sponsored by ACTA Wea...
Apr 11, 2022•23 min•Season 2Ep. 64
Mike Turner, a Seattle native living in Los Angeles, is an award-winning music supervisor, music editor, and music producer for film, television, and advertising. Mike is a regular guest speaker and panelist at national and international music industry conferences. In the world of television Mike has supervised music for series by CBS, Netflix, MTV Network, and more. We chat with Mike about ice cream, his recent Christmas rom-com, Love Hard, and he openly shares the difficult challenge of losing...
Apr 04, 2022•45 min•Season 2Ep. 63
Natalie and Paige are the creators and hosts of The Murder Diaries Podcast. After meeting on Bumble BFF and bonding over tacos and true crime, The Murder Diaries was born. This fast growing podcast shares true crime stories in an effort to give voices back to the victims. The ladies discuss the ethics of true crime storytelling, their favorite true crime podcasts, and open up about the similarities in their personal lemons-to-lemonade stories. Follow The Murder Diaries Insta @themurderdiariespo ...
Mar 28, 2022•46 min•Season 2Ep. 62
Tyson Sadler is an award-winning virtual reality journalist, and documentary filmmaker. He has directed VR for The Huffington Post, Associated Press, and The New York Times. Tyson's films have been screened at festivals around the world including Tribeca Film Festival, South by Southwest, The Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and the Toronto International Film Festival. His new film, The Last Tourist, recently premiered at the Santa Barbara Film Festival in March of 2022. Tyson discusses his journey un...
Mar 21, 2022•49 min•Season 2Ep. 61
IN-Q is a National Poetry Slam champion, award-winning poet, and multi-platinum songwriter, including Selena Gomez’s song Love You Like Love Song. His groundbreaking achievements include being named one of Oprah's SuperSoul 100 list of the world's most influential thought leaders. He was the first spoken word artist to perform with Cirque Du Soleil, and was featured on A&E, ESPN, and HBO's Def Poetry Jam. He's joins the stand to discuss life's challenges, his journey to becoming an artist, a...
Mar 14, 2022•54 min•Season 2Ep. 60
Danny Armstrong went from high school dropout to high school teacher after earning a GED, a Bachelor of Arts in English, and a Master's Degree in Education in his late 30's. He is the founder of Learn 2 Learn, an academic coaching program that addresses learning and behavior beyond the classroom to help students who are experiencing academic and emotional challenges. Danny shares his inspirational life story on how he was able to overcome the challenges and trauma of childhood and create a path ...
Feb 28, 2022•53 min•Season 2Ep. 59
Amani Roberts is a DJ, professor, author, and music producer. He is the chief musical curator for his company The Amani Experience, based out of Los Angeles, California. Amani specializes in providing music for corporate, social, and virtual events and also released his first book in 2020 titled DJ Means Business, and produces four live-stream shows weekly on Twitch. Amani shares what it takes become a DJ along with his life journey with the challenges of life's lemons. Follow Amani Roberts Inst...
Feb 21, 2022•56 min•Season 2Ep. 58
ArieCan productions was founded by Larry Harris and Leonard Martin, both People of Color who decided the best way to create quality content that spoke to their audience was to do it themselves. ArieCan is a film and television production company based out of Baltimore Maryland, which shines a light on the local and diverse talent. The company is home to 3 hit web series Chapter 2 and two new groundbreaking shows: the drama series Secrets and comedic series Dear Diary . Larry and Leonard each vul...
Feb 14, 2022•48 min•Season 2Ep. 57
Sam Paige is a body positivity activist, model, and dancer. She has created a community and platform online sharing the important message of Self Love. Sam has built a TikTok following of almost 3 million, featuring dances, fashion, and normalizing that bodies are beautiful at any size. Sam opens up about the challenges of receiving criticism online, and the changes she'd hopes to see in the industry with representation. Follow Sam Paige Instagram @sampaigepix TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@samp...
Feb 07, 2022•55 min•Season 2Ep. 56
Hailing from Liverpool, England, Alison Ward has taken Las Vegas by storm becoming the go-to for tips in the entertainment capital of the world. As a singer and host she has appeared on the BBC, MTV and can currently be seen on Blue collar auction on Peacock and Circle ACCESS. Her new digital show, Out-N-About with Ali, takes you around Las Vegas finding the hot spots, hidden gems and must sees in the fabulous Sin City. Ali dishes about the hottest spots and the hottest gossip in Las Vegas, from...
Jan 31, 2022•49 min•Season 2Ep. 55
