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Stop Saying Sorry: A conversation every girl needs to hear on how to stop over-apologizing and start living

#26. A sincere apology is necessary, but girls tend to overuse this phrase as a knee-jerk reaction. Ari & Kate talk about why we need to shift to a narrative of abundance—and release the need for validation, people-pleasing and FOMO. In this episode, we discuss: Ari and Kate’s experiences with the “sorry” dialogue The science behind our overuse of the phrase—and how to train your brain to stop taking on blame The language you can use to replace “sorry,” which also builds confidence “The confidence gap” and how this concept manifests in low performance in work and insecurity in relationships Our tangible tips for “mind priming” to move forward without self-minimization In our last episode of Season 2, we also recap our favorite + most surprising moments from the season! Follow @greenisshh to stay up to date on Season 3 launches and more special surprises…. RESOURCES Study on the Confidence Gap Study on Why Women Apologize More Than Men: gender differences in thresholds for perceiving offensive behavior How Women Can Stop Apologizing And Take Their Power Back STAY UP-TO-DATE Follow us on Instagram. Sign up for our newsletter. Check out our Green-ish Edit for a curation of the products we love most! Tune in every other Wednesday at 7am PT / 10am ET for your dose of greens. Let's chat! Email us at contact@agreenishlife.com.

How to Cycle Sync & Balance Hormones for the Best Version of YOU with Alisa Vitti, Founder of FLOLiving

#25. Do you know anyone that’s struggled with PCOS, PMS, infertility, endometriosis, missing/irregular periods? Ever feel like your vitality, personality, and productivity shift throughout the month? Ever wondered how to work WITH your hormones to unlock the best version of yourself? Alisa Vitti, known as “the hormone queen,” gives us the answers to tap into your best self. Alisa is a functional nutritionist, women's hormone expert, and best-selling author of WomanCode. She is a pioneer in the fem tech industry and founded FLOliving, the first virtual health center that supports women's hormonal and reproductive health. In this episode, we discuss: Her experience creating and trademarking the method “Cycle Syncing,” which revolutionized millions of women’s lives The societal toxic & medical industry misconceptions around periods & why we need to clean up the narrative The harsh truth about birth control and a solution for a better alternative The different stages of each cycle and how to optimize each cycle to thrive Why women have been ignored in the health history book (you’ll never expect the true reason) Hormones 101 & how to know if they’re out of balance Why getting your period is crucial for your heart, brain, and bones—and how taking synthetic birth control stops this ovulation. What the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) declared as your “fifth vital sign.” Trust us, this one will change everything for you! STAY UP-TO-DATE Follow us on Instagram. Sign up for our newsletter. Check out our Green-ish Edit for a curation of the products we love most! Tune in every other Wednesday at 7am PT / 10am ET for your dose of greens. Let's chat! Email us at contact@agreenishlife.com.

Finding Balance: Meditation for Presence and Progress

#24. We’re back with Chris Jackson, a certified yoga instructor, to bring you 15 minutes of mindfulness for your brightest you. Sit back, find stillness, and breathe deeply. Whether you’re a seasoned meditator in need of an energy boost or a first-timer that just can’t seem to focus — this is your guide to reset & renew! STAY UP-TO-DATE Follow us on Instagram. Sign up for our newsletter. Check out our Green-ish Edit for a curation of the products we love most! Tune in every other Wednesday at 7am PT / 10am ET for your dose of greens. Let's chat! Email us at contact@agreenishlife.com.

How to Heal Holistically and Understanding Eastern vs. Western Medicine with Michelle Larivee, Founder of WTHN

#23. Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be the entrepreneur creating the most Instagrammable NYC acupuncture studio with products popping up everywhere— from a viral post to the glossy pages of VOGUE? Blend an ancient solution with a modern appeal? Create radical transformation using the body’s natural healing capabilities— that stem from WTHN? Michelle Larivee is the Co-Founder and CEO of WTHN, the first omni-channel brand for holistic healing rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Michelle’s experience with chronic pain coupled with her personal health transformation through Chinese Medicine, along with her life-long passion to help others lead healthier lives, inspired her to create WTHN. In this episode we discuss: How to understand acupuncture, how meridians become unbalanced, and the difference between eastern versus western medicine Why she believes U.S. medicinal culture to be “sick care,” where we profit off of being unwell. Why other cultures pay their wellness practitioner to keep them healthy— the minute that they get sick, they stop paying. The story of her ski accident that led to a life-changing acupuncture experience Her past experience in investment banking, consulting and getting her MBA— & the transition to entrepreneurship Ari & Kate’s first experience with acupuncture & the story of our WTHN experience The difference between acupuncture needles and those for drawing blood (& why you shouldn’t be scared!) How to hack your brain to take positive action through positive feedback loops (and it’s not what you’d expect) The key to not JUST have an idea— but how to take the steps to bring it to life How to prepare for your first acupuncture appointment The career path she believes is the best to prepare you for entrepreneurship The wellness neighborhood epicenter of NYC — & our favorites spots you can’t miss! How she sees empathy as the key to brand success, particularly in the wellness hospitality business Why she believes you should NOT set a daily intention— & what you should do instead STAY UP-TO-DATE Follow us on Instagram. Sign up for our newsletter. Check out our Green-ish Edit for a curation of the products we love most! Tune in every other Wednesday at 7am PT / 10am ET for your dose of greens. Let's chat! Email us at contact@agreenishlife.com.

The Secret to Your Dream Career(s) and The Power of Adaptability with Jaclyn Johnson, Founder of Create & Cultivate and New Money Ventures

#22. Have you ever wondered what it’s like to start the ultimate girl boss conference—with inspiring speakers including Jessica Alba and Lauren Conrad? Successfully exit two companies? Start a venture fund that invests solely in female and underrepresented founders? Jaclyn Johnson launched and sold her first business, No Subject, before the age of 28. She was an investor in female-owned startup, Away, before launching her second multi million-dollar company, Create & Cultivate. In 2018, she published her book WorkParty, filled with advice for female entrepreneurs looking to ‘Create & Cultivate’ thriving companies and careers. She recently launched MAIE Wines, the first single-serve wine bottle, as well as her venture fund, New Money Ventures. In this episode, we discuss: The job she found on Craig’s List, which changed her life forever Her experience breaking up with her business partner & advice for women going through the same difficulty The reason she thought she’d never be an entrepreneur & how being laid-off from her job represented a positive turning point, in retrospect The power of embodying a multi-hyphenate The keys to raising money for your business What she looks for when investing in female founders through her venture capital fund, New Money Ventures What you need to know about investing & how to know which type of capital is best for you Why your network is your net worth & how to maximize your connections Why you should “be in the business of over-delivering” and why ‘balance’ is actually a process of figuring out your personal bandwidth Her success as a best-selling author and podcast host Why pivoting in your 20s is actually the key to finding your mission STAY UP-TO-DATE Follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠. Sign up for our ⁠newsletter⁠. Check out our ⁠Green-ish Edit⁠ for a curation of the products we love most! Tune in every other Wednesday at 7am PT / 10am ET for your dose of greens. Let's chat! Email us at ⁠contact@agreenishlife.com⁠.