Less Chaos, More Cookie Dough: Staying Grounded (Sort Of)

We’re diving into the little things that keep us (somewhat) sane when things are uncertain. From 90s nostalgia and acupuncture to phone games and Reiki, this conversation is a mix of wellness practices and micro-actions that help us reduce friction or recalibrate in the middle of the chaos.

What We Talk About:

* The comfort of our favorite 80s and 90s music (and sitcoms)

* Acupuncture and cupping as go-to healing tools

* The emotional toll of burnout and how people and places can either soothe or further inflame your nervous system

* Reducing friction at home (especially with the stuff we use daily/weekly)

* Finding joy in low-stakes pleasures like games, recipes, and hotel shampoo hoarding

* Grounding benefits of small rituals like walks with the dog, WhatsApp calls with friends, and regular diner dates

* The power of healing modalities like Reiki

* Budgeting, building safety nets, and financial literacy

* Favorite products like magnesium lotions, functional bath salts, and comfort food hacks

* Mediative StreetEasy real estate scrolling

* Keto-friendly cookie dough snack: Greek yogurt, peanut butter, sugar-free syrup + chocolate chips

Links!

* Flewd Bath Salts ("Smash the Sads" is next level bath therapy)

* Seven Minerals Magnesium lotion

* Pennsylvania Woodworks handmade wooden drying rack (a game-changer)

Listener Challenge:What’s one tiny friction point in your day you could edit this week? Something simple but irritating that’s stealing your energy? And if you’ve got a quirky little ritual that keeps you sane, we want to hear it!