Today we kick off the type episodes in our series on the Enneagram! This week I’ll introduce you to Type One. Ones are some of the best people we know. They are principled, purposeful, and self-controlled, and they can be critical and perfectionistic. You’ll hear a more in-depth description of the type, and then an interview with three Ones who will tell you all about what the world looks like from their perspective. Thanks to Sarah, Amy, and Leeann for sharing their wisdom and experience, and t...
May 14, 2024•59 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Welcome back for Season Two! Today we’re starting a series on one of my favorite things: The Enneagram . This is a tool to grow in empathy and self-awareness. It will help you understand your core motivations and unlock so much more freedom and potential in your life. In today’s episode, I’ll introduce you to the system and get us all on the same page for the rest of the series. We’ll talk about the wings, the lines, and the social styles. Follow along on Instagram @yougottatrythispodcast to see...
May 07, 2024•36 min•Season 2Ep. 1
We'll be back May 7 with Season 2! We are kicking off a 10-episode series on one of my favorite things: The Enneagram . This is a fantastic tool to grow in empathy and self-awareness. It will help you understand your core motivations and unlock so much more freedom and potential in your life. New episodes drop every Tuesday. Make sure you're following the show so you don't miss out!
Apr 30, 2024•2 min
Happy Leap Day! TV’s 30 Rock introduced us to some new traditions to celebrate this extra day of the year: a time to take chances, to try new things, and to add a little whimsy to your life. Katherine is joined again by Katie Tarara to talk about how they’ve celebrated this fake holiday, and why they think you should too. Check out the episode of 30 Rock that spawned this fabulous holiday on Peacock. Thanks to Katie for coming back, and to our editor, Belle Battista. Remember to email us with yo...
Feb 27, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 20
How are you doing? If you’re feeling worn out and exhausted most of the time, you might need more than a good night’s sleep. Today we’re going to talk about a bunch of different kinds of rest that can help when you’re different kinds of tired. Learn more about the different types of rest here and here . Check out the “Decide Once” principle from the Lazy Genius to give you a break from decision fatigue. Visit our Bookshop to find this week’s delight, Rumi Day by Day . Thanks to our editor, Belle...
Feb 20, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Happy Galentines Day! This holiday is all about the gift of female friendship. Galentine’s Day is to Valentine’s Day what Friendsgiving is to Thanksgiving: a chance to recognize the impact that our friends have on our lives. In today’s episode, we learn about the many benefits of female friendship, and share some ideas about how you can celebrate. Check out the episode of Parks and Recreation that spawned this fabulous holiday on Peacock. You can read Kate Baer’s poem, The Bridesmaid’s Speech, o...
Feb 13, 2024•14 min
Why do women apologize all the time? Often, we say sorry for things we have no business apologizing for, and it makes us sound less confident and less assertive. Today we are going to talk about this habit: why we do it and how we can stop. Check out the Google Chrome extension Just Not Sorry to prompt you to use stronger language in your emails. Thanks to our editor, Belle Battista. Remember to email us with your delights: yougottatrythispodcast@gmail.com Follow the show on Instagram: Yougottat...
Feb 06, 2024•13 min
Words like always, never, can’t, and don’t are very limiting. Changing your language can open up all kinds of new possibilities. In today’s episode, Katherine is joined by Meghan Bogema, a licensed clinical social worker and family therapist. Listen as we talk about changing your mindset to change your life. Thanks to Meghan and our editor, Belle Battista. Remember to email us with your delights: yougottatrythispodcast@gmail.com Follow the show on Instagram: Yougottatrythispodcast Thanks for lis...
Jan 23, 2024•40 min
So many relationships fail because people drift apart. Today I’m going to tell you about a practice that will protect your important relationships from that creeping separateness, and keep you connected to the people you love. Check out our affiliate page at Bookshop.org to get any of the books we mention on the podcast and support local bookstores. (We get a small commission for any books purchased there.) Thanks to our editor, Belle Battista. Remember to email us with your delights: yougottatr...
Jan 16, 2024•11 min
We all want a fresh start in the new year, but new year’s resolutions usually go down in flames by the end of January. Let’s try a different way of directing our energy this year. In today’s episode we’ll talk about setting an intention word for 2024. What word will you choose? Click here for a list of 150 intention words to help you brainstorm . Here’s a link to the podcast episode that we referenced in the show . Check out our affiliate page at Bookshop.org to get any of the books we mention o...
Jan 09, 2024•34 min
Introducing the 2023 Kathy Awards! In today’s episode, Katherine announces her personal awards, celebrating her favorite things from the last year. The Kathys are a tradition that helps her savor her life and share her delights. Maybe you’ll be inspired to start your own personal awards! Learn more about the inspiration for the Kathys here: The Bobbys episode on Radio Lab. Get a paint-by-number kit here. Try the Hoopla app to borrow audiobooks, ebooks, music and more from a huge network of libra...
Jan 02, 2024•59 min
Winter usually gets a bad rap, but this season of darkness holds its own magic. In today’s episode, Katherine is joined by YGGT’s editor Belle Battista, to discuss the gifts this season has to offer. We talk about the Danish practice of hygge , how nature survives the freezing temperatures, and some practices you could try to celebrate the return of the light with the winter solstice. You can check out Katherine May’s book Wintering , find Belle’s toad story from All Creation Waits , and other w...
Dec 19, 2023•46 min
Are you feeling scattered and frantic? This episode is for you! Today we are going to talk about being present: learning to be where your feet are. We’re going to learn how you can check in with yourself, get out of fight or flight mode, and really be present in your body, in this moment. Learning how to do this can change your life. Katherine is joined by her sister-in-law Liz McNulty, a bodywork practitioner in Charleston, SC with a lot of experience listening to the wisdom of the body. Check ...
Dec 12, 2023•42 min
In today’s episode, we’re learning about Giving Circles. Katherine and her guest Heidi talk about communal philanthropy, a fun way to connect with people and make a bigger difference for good. On your own, you might not feel like you can do much to address the world’s problems. But you can always do something! Get your friends together and pool your resources to give to causes you care about. You’ll be able to magnify your impact and make a real difference in the world. You gotta try it! “I just...
Dec 05, 2023•30 min
‘Tis the season! I love this time of year. One reason it’s so special is because of the traditions I share with friends and family. Traditions have an amazing ability to connect us to each other. They give us a sense of unity and belonging. They are things we pass down that help us remember who we are. Over time, the threads we weave by repeated observance of our holiday traditions create the fabric of our relationships. What is a favorite tradition your family has passed down? Learn more about ...
Nov 28, 2023•23 min
This episode is being released a few days before Thanksgiving, and so this week, we are going to talk about the practice of gratitude. I know, I know; could we be any more cliché? (RIP, Matthew Perry.) It’s really easy to forget about all the good things in our lives. We get used to having them, and they become so commonplace that we almost don’t notice them anymore. The practice of gratitude is a game changer. Without gratitude, everything in your life can feel like nothing. But with gratitude,...
Nov 21, 2023•18 min
“Ah, how good it is to be among people who are reading.” (Rainer Maria Rilke) Reading books is a delight, and doing it with friends is even better. This week, Katherine and her guest Ginger tell you why you should start a book group. If you’re wondering what to read, check out our Instagram for some of Katherine’s favorite books. Here are some lists of good book group selections others have curated: https://www.perpetualpageturner.com/best-book-club-books/#1-popular-book-club-picks-worth-reading...
Nov 14, 2023•32 min
“Decisions are made by those who show up.” (President Josiah Bartlet in The West Wing) This episode is being released on Election Day. This week, you gotta try voting. Your vote matters. Ten years ago this week, Katherine was accidentally elected to public office by a single vote. Tune in to this week’s episode to hear what happened, and why you should make sure you get to the polls. Check out our Instagram page to see pictures of our Inaugural Ball. Here’s the Walt Whitman poem John read at our...
Nov 07, 2023•13 min•Season 1Ep. 9
“A ship in the harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for.” (John A. Shedd) You cannot learn or change or grow without taking risks. This week Katherine and her guest Natalie talk about how to get out of your comfort zone and develop the courage to take risks. If you want to live a more fulfilling life, you gotta try it! Thanks to my guest Natalie Harvey and my editor Belle Battista. Remember to email us with your delights: yougottatrythispodcast@gmail.com Follow the show on Instag...
Oct 31, 2023•51 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Today we are going outside! Did you know that being in the woods provides all kinds of amazing benefits for your physical and mental health? In this episode Katherine tells you all about the practice of forest bathing: how it can help you, and everything you need to know to give it a try. Consider popping in your headphones, and heading outside to listen! You can read more about the practice here and here . Here are the two poems Katherine shared in this episode: The Peace of Wild Things , by We...
Oct 24, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Today we’re talking about how to host THE BEST dinner parties. In this episode Katherine and her guests Amy and Evonne tell you about Cookbook Club. Pick a cookbook, invite some friends, and have everybody choose a recipe. Set the table, and voila! You’re about to have a fantastic evening. You gotta try it! These are some of the cookbooks we’ve used that we highly recommend: Soul Ottolenghi Sababa Love and Lemons Milk Street Dinner: Changing the Game In the Kitchen With A Good Appetite Smitten K...
Oct 17, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 3
How can you get more of what you want out of life? In this episode Katherine and her guest Katie discuss how to design your life with intentionality, to build in the things that matter most. We discuss the framework by Dave Evans and Bill Burnett from Stanford University. Check out their book and resources here: Designing Your Life: How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyful Life. A huge part of this is asking good questions and doing experiments. Here’s the quote Katherine mentioned by Rainer Maria Rilk...
Oct 10, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Do you want more delight in your life? Join Katherine and her guest, Anya, as they talk about building a life full of delight, one of the foundational principles that Katherine loves to share about. Learn how to practice paying attention to the small moments of beauty in your day. Listen in and we promise you’ll be noticing your own delights in no time. In this episode you’ll hear: -What it means to practice delight -How paying attention leads to experiencing life -Sharing your delights with oth...
Oct 03, 2023•39 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Do you want more connection, beauty and delight in your life? Katherine Sikma Wadsworth shares things you should try that would make your life better.
Sep 09, 2023•1 min
