Girlish Gurus

Bookish Babes Book Review 7-21-22

This is the first of a series of podcast episodes in which Joy and Susan each discuss one of their favorite books. The book genres will vary, and in each episode they will provide a quick recap of a book they’ve read and enjoyed, and why they’d recommend it to others. Perhaps you’ll discover a new book to read and maybe share your own recommendations.
In this first edition of Bookish Babes, Joy chose the book “The Power of Now” by Eckhart Tolle and Susan chose the book “The Four Agreements” by don Miguel Ruiz.
Resources Mentioned in this Episode
Eckhart Tolle
“The Power of Now” by Eckhart Tolle
https://eckharttolle.com
@eckharttolle
don Miguel Ruiz
“The Four Agreements” by don Miguel Ruiz
https://www.miguelruiz.com
@donmiguelruiz
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Health Insurance with Mickey Alford-Lane

Joy and Susan talk with Mickey Alford-Lane (Joy’s sister) about women’s healthcare and health insurance. Mickey had a career in human resources/compensation, and also supported the benefits department at that organization. She has personal experience dealing with the health insurance industry as a mother advocating for her children, as well as supporting and being an advocate for other families who have struggled with healthcare and health insurance issues.
In this episode, we cover several key topics, including:
Healthcare issues for women 45 and older
The healthcare system is broken…and it doesn’t always serve women well
Healthcare options available
In-network and out-of-network provider issues
Resources Mentioned in this Episode
Statista – source for data around women and healthcare coverage: https://www.statista.com
Kaiser Family Foundation – a nonprofit that focus on national health issues: https://www.kff.org
American Rescue Plan: https://www.whitehouse.gov/american-rescue-plan/
Medicaid: https://www.medicaid.gov
Affordable Care Act Information: https://www.healthcare.gov
EOB - Explanation of Benefits – information provided by your healthcare provider that explains the benefits available
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The Importance of Girlfriends

In this episode, Joy and Susan discuss the importance of friendships for women (and really, everyone) and how science has proven that having friends in our lives makes us healthier and happier!
The key topics include:
Importance of girlfriends to our overall health and quality of life
Scientific studies that prove the benefits of having social connections
Quality vs quantity of friendships
Negative impact of loneliness
“Marble Jar Friends” (Brené Brown)
Resources Mentioned in this Episode
Washington Post Article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/health-science/more-and-more-research-shows-friends-are-good-for-your-health
Healthline Article: https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/benefits-of-a-girlsquad-and-female-friendships
Everyday Health Article: https://www.everydayhealth.com/emotional-health/social-support.aspx
Marble Jar Friends – Brené Brown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6442YcvEUH8
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The Adventure of Travel

Joy and Susan talk about their love of travel and how it has helped them to grow as individuals. They share how it can open your mind, create a lifetime of memories, and even make you grateful for home.
How calmness and creativity can be helpful when traveling
The benefits of travel for everyone
Trends in travel
Enjoying travel close to home
Resources Mentioned in this Episode
https://viatravelers.com/why-traveling-is-important/
https://travel.earth/benefits-of-travelling-science-says/
https://www.globalwellnesssummit.com/uncategorized/trend-a-more-intellectual-wellness-travel/
https://globalwellnessinstitute.org/what-is-wellness/what-is-wellness-tourism/
https://www.workaway.info
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Trauma & Grief with Kathy Fletcher

Joy and Susan interview and chat with Kathy Fletcher, a professional trauma informed health and wellness coach. Kathy is uniquely qualified to discuss these topics through her own personal experiences as well as her professional training.
In this episode, we cover several key topics including:
Events that can create trauma
Importance of therapy and grief counseling
Honoring and allowing our feelings around trauma and grief
Coping and self-care techniques for healing
Helping friends and loved ones experiencing trauma or grief
Connect with Kathy Fletcher:
kathyfletchercoaching@gmail.com
 
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Art In Bloom

Joy and Susan discuss a special art exhibit they attended at the North Carolina Art Museum as well as:
Access to art or other educational, cultural, and historical information through museums
Learning to appreciate great artists and their work
The importance of taking the time to enjoy and appreciate the art, beauty, fun and joy in life
Instagram postings and other creative outlets and resources
Connect with various museums through the links below:
North Carolina Museum of Art: https://ncartmuseum.org and https://ncartmuseum.org/series/art-in-bloom-presented-by-pnc/
Museum Finder: https://www.findmuseums.org/
Smithsonian Institute (access to online exhibits): https://www.si.edu/
Also, just google “free virtual museum tours” and you will be surprised at what is available!
Resources Mentioned in this Episode
#ncmabloom
#pncartinbloom
@susanlr512
@joyalfordbrand
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Money Basics

The ladies talk about Joy’s background as a bankruptcy attorney and how she started newcashview.com to help people learn basic personal finance techniques.  They discuss money issues that could affect women 45 and older.
In this episode some key topics discussed are:
The 5 basic rules of personal finance
Managing your debt and credit
Student loans, including SS and tax refund offset
Credit report/score basics
Resources mentioned in this Episode:
Newcashview.com
“Money Basics: Keeping It and Growing It, What I Learned About Money as a Bankruptcy Attorney” by Joy Alford-Brand, JD https://www.amazon.com/Money-Basics-Keeping-Growing-Bankruptcy-ebook/dp/B01CGZOOOY/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1SLC16YQF3QON&keywords=money+basics+Joy+Alford-Brand&qid=1650566704&sprefix=money+basics+joy+alford-brand%2Caps%2C55&sr=8-1
“Parents’ Guide to Better Borrowing” by Joy Alford-Brand, JD https://www.amazon.com/Parents-Guide-Better-Borrowing-Alford-Brand/dp/0997824611/ref=sr_1_1?crid=308IYVF8WKB1D&keywords=parents%27+guide+to+better+borrowing+Joy+Alford-Brand&qid=1650566802&sprefix=parents%27+guide+to+better+borrowing+joy+alford-brand%2Caps%2C62&sr=8-1
Credit Management 101, Student Loan Debt 101, Financial First Aid Kit https://newcashview.com/
Treasury Offset Program (for SS payments or tax refund offset): https://fiscal.treasury.gov/top/
The Dollar Lama podcast – on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, Google Podcasts and Podbean
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Making Menopause Magical

The ladies interview Lorraine Miano, and Integrative Holistic Health Coach certified in Hormone health.  She is also the author of the bestselling book “The Magic of Menopause: A Holistic Guide to Get Your Happy Back!”.
In this episode, we cover several key topics, including:
Physical and emotional aspects of experiencing perimenopause, menopause and post-menopause
Symptoms of hormone imbalance
Advice on how to manage the process
The “stigma” of menopause
Tips to alleviate symptoms and stay healthy
 
Connect with Lorraine Miano!
Website: https://themagicofmenopause.com
IG: themagicofmenopause
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMagicOfMenopause/
Twitter: @LorraineMiano
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorraine-miano/
Resources mentioned in this Episode:
“The Magic of Menopause: A Holistic Guide to Get Your Happy Back!” by Lorraine Miano https://www.amazon.com/Magic-Menopause-Holistic-Guide-Happy/dp/1944134069/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1546963730&sr=8-2&keywords=the+magic+of+menopause
Femmenessence:  https://femmenessence.com/?rfsn=4312915.643158&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=magicofmenopause
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Spark Your Creativity

“Creativity is Intelligence Having Fun” ~ Albert Einstein
Joy and Susan talk about creativity and its importance in making our lives whole. They discuss how society and others push us to focus on productivity instead of creativity as a definition of success.
In this episode some key topics discussed are:
Why it is hard to maintain our “inner child” and still find joy in “play” and being creative as we grow older
Whether or not society’s view of creativity and imagination may be changing
Creativity as a part of self-care
Why everyone is a creative!
Some resources and ideas to support your own individual creative journey
Resources mentioned in this episode:
“A Whole New Mind” by Daniel Pink
“The Artist’s Way” by Julia Cameron
“Daring Greatly” by Brené Brown
“Big Magic” by Elizabeth Gilbert
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