1171. Simple Shifts to Release the Pressure to Be Perfect

Looking for some good fitness accountability in Quarantine? The Tone It Up app, co-founded by my guest Karena Dawn, offers you easy at-home workouts, and we discuss a TON of them today's episode of Better Together. We also discussed the growing popularity of CBD, and, she teases the power of CAULIFLOWER in smoothies!? Who knew! Share this post with 5 friends that you know are OBSESSED with smoothies!  But first, we feature our #GoodNewsMonday story courtesy of @GoodNews_Movement: a montage of a hardworking Lebanese essential worker, as a tribute from his proud, beautiful daughter. RESOURCES: Karena's Socials: @KarenaDawn  Tone It Up Website: www.toneitup.com Altwell Website: www.altwell.com TikTok Trump Imitator: @TheReal_NRP Booty Bands: https://www.google.com/aclk?sa=l&ai=DChcSEwjKt_n-tbnqAhVeGK0GHQGqCbsYABACGgJwdg&sig=AOD64_0irpXPPpWnWtWwostZZ51AMQWGiA&q=&ved=2ahUKEwj4hfP-tbnqAhVOsZ4KHQ87CJsQ0Qx6BAgREAE&adurl= Cauliflower Smoothie Recipe: https://www.toneitup.com/recipe/this-secret-ingredient-is-going-to-transform-your-smoothie/ --- 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 Juli 20201h 7min

In anticipation of 4th of July, I'm thrilled to feature @ChefMarcMurphy on my show, where he helped us make the world's BEST Watermelon/Feta salad you've ever had! Up your food game this Saturday! But first, we discuss 4th of July trivia. How many total hot dogs do YOU think are consumed across the country every July 4? Comment below! RESOURCES:  Marc Murphy's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Season-Authority-Confident-Home-Cooking/dp/0544315553/ref=asc_df_0544315553/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=311990507415&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=15934127926158328&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9031149&hvtargid=pla-570552813978&psc=1  Marc Murphy's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/food-360-with-marc-murphy/id1458545350  Marc Murphy's Grilled Romaine Recipe: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/grilled-romaine-3362675  Marc Murphy's Watermelon/Feta/Mint Recipe: (simple, just combine those ingredients!)   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

2 Juli 20201h 5min

Video: https://youtu.be/2ThtkEYFt8I Whether it's your kids or your spouse, you may be one of the many people losing their minds in lockdown. The surprising reason for this might be that you aren't PLAYING enough. Bestselling interpersonal psychologist Dr. Amanda Gummer says that by getting active, re-focusing your energy, creating space for forgivable mistakes, and fostering a space to laugh, play is one of the best ways to maintain positive mental health in lockdown, and not just with your kids! RESOURCES: AMANDA'S WEBSITE: www.goodplayguide.com GREAT "PLAY" RESOURCES FOR PARENTS: www.thegeniusofplay.org/playtoday --- 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 Juli 202054min

Though WWE's Fire and Desire are at odds, my friend Sonya Deville has never been better. From her untouchable presence on Smackdown to her passionate inclusion messages during Pride, Sonya (or as I call her, Daria) is one of the most important and badass role models on TV right now.In this conversation, we talk about her early days as an extra on Burn Notice and her decision to come out as gay on national television. Plus a surprise caller shades Sonya LIVE on air, who Sonya accuses of being her arch-rival Mandy Rose... RESOURCES: MALIBU HARD WATER: https://www.amazon.com/Malibu-Hard-Water-Wellness-Remedy/dp/B0019HYC6G FOLLOW SONYA: @SonyaDevilleWWE FOLLOW MANDY(?): @WWE_MandyRose 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

30 Juni 20201h 8min

Feeling the pressure to have a "perfect fairytale" relationship with your partner? LET GO! Dr Pepper Schwartz says striving for perfection in your relationship will only escalate pressure, tension and resentment between you and your partner, so give yourself so grace and space! We also discuss the signs of love addiction, and the importance of taking realistic stock of your day-to-day happiness with your partner.  But first, we feature our weekly #GoodNewsMonday segment courtesy of @GoodNews_Movement. This story of a 104-year-old coming to tears for her birthday gift will make you misty.   RESOURCES:  Snap Strategies Book: https://www.amazon.com/Snap-Strategies-Couples-Everyday-Relationship/dp/1580055621  The Normal Bar Book:https://www.amazon.com/Normal-Bar-Surprising-Creating-Relationship/dp/0307951642/ref=pd_lpo_14_img_0/140-0040718-3025508?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=0307951642&pd_rd_r=ac12e8ec-6ac8-4772-9aa5-e589479619c5&pd_rd_w=6vN6Q&pd_rd_wg=JUAbq&pf_rd_p=7b36d496-f366-4631-94d3-61b87b52511b&pf_rd_r=X3JNDQZSNC7MGQ637YQN&psc=1&refRID=X3JNDQZSNC7MGQ637YQN   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

30 Juni 20201h 17min

Video: https://youtu.be/Ak1VueHnRgo Wondering how to tame with those unwieldy bangs in quarantine? My stylist, the brilliant Dimitri Giannetos, has amazing bang suggestions, color suggestions, and hair health suggestions that are mind-blowingly simple. Plus, we welcome back my former assistant, the always hilarious Meredith Ahern for some much-needed laughs over our craziest meal in quarantine. RESOURCES: Dimitri's Socials: @DimitrishairMer's Socials: @Mlahern812 --- 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

25 Juni 20201h 10min

What if you could knock out ALL of your quarterly appointments (dentist, haircut, DMV, doctors, physicals) in ONE day? You can, by intentionally "bulk scheduling" your appointments every six weeks. This is just one of the MANY practical organizing solutions @Organize365 CEO and bestselling author Lisa Woodruff shared in my interview with her on #BetterTogether. Find the time and space you didn't know you had!But first, discover how a man from Japan stunned his blind wife with an incredibly uplifting act of service: story courtesy of @GoodNews_Movement RESOURCES: The Sunday Basket: https://organize365.com/the-sunday-basket/ Lisa's Book: https://organize365.com/thepapersolution/ Lisa's Podcast: https://organize365.com/category/365-podcast/ Lisa's Website: https://organize365.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

23 Juni 20201h 16min

Did you know every 43 seconds, someone in our country is having a heart attack? Clearly, we're facing a challenging national health crisis (which has only been exacerbated by Covid), but @DocEmerson has great news for you. Chronic diseases can be reversed through one simple method: eating well. By promoting antioxidant rich foods, leafy greens, and gut health, we can literally add decades to our life, and the brilliant @DocEmerson makes it easy!  RESOURCES:  THE HEALING PROTOCOLS BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Healing-Protocols-Dr-Mark-Emerson/dp/0985239689  DR. MARK'S WEBSITE: https://www.docemerson.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

22 Juni 20201h 18min