771. Exploring Gratitude, Manifestation, and Personal Growth w/ Maria Menounos

Sophia Amoruso, entrepreneurial icon and #GIRLBOSS founder, gets it. Like you, she’s struggling with the added pressure of our current climate, but she’s ALSO trying to run her business. Luckily, shen brings sage advice to talk about the CARES act, how it applies to you and how you can keep your business afloat during this crazy time. OFFICIAL CARES Act Bill: https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/senate-bill/3548/text CARES ACT Explained: https://taxfoundation.org/cares-act-senate-coronavirus-bill-economic-relief-plan/ Wake Up To Your Joy Meditation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nPBR7MndYc --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

13 Apr 20201h 25min

Parents, your home has probably NEVER felt crazier, and now you’re expected to teach there!? Luckily, professor, public school programming director and former elementary school teacher, Dr. Betsy Kannenberg is here to save the day, with incredible tips to keep you sane during this time. Take a look at the INCREDIBLE list of resources she offers below: Video: https://youtu.be/CxzoLaCoCZ0 RESOURCES: “SPRING BREAK” RESOURCES: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fMdIcg4VxJKtiNJzeq2keJHtH4OD03dvMAWZTMBOapY/edit?usp=sharing JO BOALER’S YOUCUBED MATH SUPPORT (For Parents Who Struggle With Math): https://www.youcubed.org/resources/6-ways-support-childs-mathematical-development/ MATH PROBLEM OF THE DAY: www.mathproblemoftheday.com FAMILY ACTIVITIES: http://www.amazingeducationalresources.com/ LIST OF RESOURCES FOR PARENTS: https://sites.google.com/smusd.org/smusd-optional-learning/home MOVEMENT BREAKS: www.gonoodle.com List of Take-Aways: 1) Develop a daily routine/schedule. 2) Designate a work space with all needed supplies on hand 3) Build in lots of breaks! Kids need movement and exercise. Play outside (if possible) or go to for kid movement break videos (Go Noodle Linked Above). 4) Create checklists/star charts for short tasks so kids can feel productive. 5) Lots of praise and positive reinforcement. It also really helps to praise effort and perseverance vs. "right" or "wrong" answers. Celebrate mistakes as learning opportunities. 6) Chunk tasks where possible if kids get overwhelmed. 7) Build in time for preferred activities (legos, puzzles, dance, music, etc.) 8) Let kids be as independent as possible-it's okay to let them grapple a bit-they know you are there to support if needed 9) Let the kids teach YOU. 10) Reading for pleasure is a great way to learn! Let kids pick the books they want to read. 11) Don't be afraid to reach out to your child's teacher(s) and school staff for support. 12) Forgiveness and Flexibility: This is an unprecedented time and many families are under a great deal of stress. First and foremost, our kids need to know that they are loved and safe. 13) Kids are amazingly resilient. If they are loved and supported, they will be okay. Become a member of the Better Together community through Patreon! Patreon.com/BetterTogetherWithMaria Join our Facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/432608110738691/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

9 Apr 202056min

In honor of our "Election Week Survival" series, we're re-airing our incredible episode with Elizabeth Gilbert.  Elizabeth Gilbert may be a globally respected writer and teacher, but she’s the first person to admit when she’s on the edge of a breakdown (this is what she calls “Brinking”), and we love her for that. Today, she chats with Maria about how to maintain a sense of peace during Covid, how to let love in when we need it most, and caretaking for our loved ones in their toughest times. REFERENCES: LIZ’S WEBSITE: https://www.elizabethgilbert.com/ LIZ’S NEW NOVEL CITY OF GIRLS: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1594634742?tag=randohouseinc45348-20 DAILY LOVE NOTES CREATOR: https://marthabeck.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

8 Apr 20201h 17min

Two extraordinary gentleman join Maria today: Colton Underwood and Jeff Rossen, to talk all about the new jungle we’ve entered: A Global Pandemic. Jeff helps us understand. Jeff Rossen’s Updates: https://twitter.com/jeffrossen/status/1239956676905783297 Rossen Reports: https://www.kcra.com/rossen-reports Colton’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/First-Time-Finding-Looking-Reality/dp/1982139382 Colton’s Social Media: https://twitter.com/colton Become a member of the Better Together community through Patreon! Patreon.com/BetterTogetherWithMaria Join our Facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/432608110738691/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

8 Apr 20201h 28min

Two incredible women join Maria today from opposite coasts: entrepreneur and Real Housewives of New York Star Dorinda Medley, and world renowned dog expert Tamar Geller. Tamar and Maria chat first, discussing all of the incredible ways quarantine has affected Dog Ownership, and Maria even answers guest questions. From there, Maria invites beloved RHONY star Dorinda Medley to join the convo, where the pair discuss the new season and what’s next! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

6 Apr 20201h 58min

WWE Champion Kofi Kingston opens up about the new normal of WWE, this weekend’s upcoming Mania show, and the fact that he has NO TV’s IN HIS HOUSE!? AfterBuzz host Flobo Boyce joins Maria for the show, and they deep dive on the man, the myth, the legend, Kofi Kingston. RESOURCES: Facebook Link to Captain Cozier: https://www.facebook.com/taliah.peterkin/videos/2529251917290207/?d=n Kofi’s Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-new-day-feel-the-power/id1488342885 Flobo’s Website: https://flobito.com/ Become a member of the Better Together community through Patreon! Patreon.com/BetterTogetherWithMaria Join our Facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/432608110738691/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

3 Apr 20201h 7min

The always hilarious Iliza Shlesinger, and her chef husband Noah Galuten, teach Maria how to COOK with what’s in her pantry for the first time. We pop the Better Together “cooking” cherry, as it were, and get a sneak peak into Maria’s kitchen as she makes Beany Spinach w/ an Egg. Watch the clip here: https://youtu.be/bWUvp45o_TE?t=1400 PLUS, Iliza’s new Netflix series dropped YESTERDAY and Maria and her talk all about it’s hilarious perspective on modern day feminism. Watch The Iliza Shlesinger Sketch Show NOW On Netflix, and check out her and Noah’s daily Instagram series “Don’t Panic Pantry” every day on Instagram @ 5p PST. RESOURCES: Iliza/Noah’s Instagram: @Ilizas @Galuten Iliza’s Sketch Show: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036255 Noah’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Vegetables-Modern-Recipes-Home-Kitchen/dp/071487390X County Line Harvest: https://countylineharvest.com/ Serious Eats: https://www.seriouseats.com/editors/j-kenji-lopez-alt --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

2 Apr 202030min

Even though we're facing one of the largest global health crises in a century, we can still find inner peace. Spiritual thought leader Gabby Bernstein is here to coach us through practical ways to stay spiritually healthy during this time! Featured on Oprah's Super Soul Sunday as a next generation thought leader, Gabrielle Bernstein is making her mark. Gabrielle is the New York Times Bestselling Author of the book May Cause Miracles, A 40-day Guidebook of Subtle Shifts for Radical Change and Unlimited Happiness. Her earlier titles include Add More ~ing to Your Life - A hip guide to happiness and Spirit Junkie - A Radical Road to Self-Love and Miracles (published by Random House.) Gabrielle is also the founder of the social networking site HerFuture.com for women to inspire, empower and connect. Since 2004 Gabrielle has been on an International speaking circuit. She has presented lectures at Google, TEDxWomen, The WIE Symposium, Kripalu, the Massachusetts and Philadelphia Conferences for Women, L'Oreal, Avon/mark. Cosmetics, Agape Spiritual Center, Nobel Women, Integral Yoga, Universities nationwide, The Step Up Women's Network, The Junior Leagues and many other venues. Gabrielle sits on the advisory board for NYU's Of Many Institute for Mulifaith Leadership, and of Feminist.com's "Our Inner Lives" religion and spirituality project. Youtube chose Gabrielle as one of their 16 Youtube Next Video Bloggers, she was named one of Mashable's 11 Must-Follow Twitter Accounts for Inspiration and she's featured on the Forbes List of 20 Best Branded Women. Gabrielle has a weekly radio show every Wednesday on Hay House Radio and is a featured curator for Opensky. She has been featured in media outlets such as The New York Times Sunday Styles, ELLE, Oprah Radio, Anderson Live, Access Hollywood, Marie Claire, Health, SELF, Women's Health, Glamor, The New York Times Thursday Styles, Sunday Times UK, Covers of Experience Life and Self-Made Magazines (top 50 Women in Business), US Weekly, People, CNN, Fox & Friends, PBS, Wall Street Journal, Sirius Satellite Radio and many more RESOURCES: Free anxiety workshop: www.gabbybernstein.com/relief Free affirmation meditation: https://gabbybernstein.com/meditation-for-calm-mind/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

1 Apr 20201h 15min