Teach Me How To Adult

Gillian Berner
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Oct 30, 2023 • 7min

ICYMI: “What if I fail?” Diversify Your Projects, Launch Before You’re Ready & Pivot From Rejection, with Keltie Knight

Welcome to today’s ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing expert tip that you might have missed.The fear of failure can hold us back from starting so many of the projects we're dreaming of. According to the queen of career pivots, Keltie Knight, the key to overcoming that fear is diversifying what you work on, launching before you invest too much, and pivoting quickly from rejection. So today we're throwing it back to our favourite advice from Keltie for budding entrepreneurs and hustlers.Keltie is a three-time Emmy Award winning television personality, podcaster, A New York Times bestselling author, and former professional dancer. She pivoted from dance into television as a host, working on Entertainment Tonight and E! News, and covering huge events like The Grammys Red Carpet. She’s the co-host and creator of one of the top 100 podcasts in the world, The LADYGANG podcast, which she transformed into a TV show and a bestselling book, Act Like A Lady. And she’s the creator, executive producer, and host of the CBS primetime show, Superfan. Listen to the full episode here! PS: If you’ve been dreaming of starting a podcast but you aren’t sure where to start or how to grow it, check our consulting services at teachmehowtoadult.ca/howtopodcast. For show notes and more adulting tips, visit: teachmehowtoadult.caSign up for our monthly adulting newsletter:teachmehowtoadult.ca/newsletter Follow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultpodcast @yunggillianaire@cailynmichaanFollow us on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadult Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube
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Oct 25, 2023 • 19min

The Quickie: How To Craft The Perfect Elevator Pitch To Level Up Your Networking

First impressions matter, and you have just seconds to make yours count! Learn the art of the elevator pitch to enhance your networking skills. Discover how intentional storytelling and confident body language can turn casual encounters into meaningful connections. Tune in for personal anecdotes that highlight transformation, like overcoming pitch crises and industry pivots. Plus, uncover how a positive mindset can empower your networking game. Get ready to craft a pitch that leaves a lasting impact!
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Oct 23, 2023 • 6min

ICYMI, A Bonus Rant: Screw Expectations And Comparison, Live On Your Own Timelines

Welcome to today’s ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing tip from one of our episodes that you might have missed. Welcome to your late 20s/early 30s, where no one knows WTF they’re doing, and everyone is in a wildly different life stage. One friend is having a baby, while the other is newly single. One is a successful serial entrepreneur, while the other quit their job to travel the world. There’s no right way to adult, but it sure is easy to compare our timelines to what everyone else is doing… even if that’s not exactly what we want. We’re throwing it to a bonus mini-episode/motivational rant/rallying cry for all those feeling pressure to adhere to societal milestones and timelines. This is your reminder to live life on your own terms, and to take each leap when you’re actually ready for it. Read Gill’s poem here. Listen to our full episode on reframing negative self-talk here!Tune in every Monday for an expert dose of life advice in under 10 minutes.PS: If you’ve been dreaming of pivoting into podcasting but aren’t sure where to start or how to grow, check our consulting services at teachmehowtoadult.ca/howtopodcast. Follow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@yunggillianaire@cailynmichaanFollow us on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultAdulting deals:- Care/Of Supplements Discount - Classpass Discount Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube
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Oct 18, 2023 • 25min

The Quickie: How To Fix Your Self-Talk (And Shut Your Inner Critic Up!)

How do you generally talk to yourself? Are you critical? Mean? Doubtful? A lot of us can be our own biggest bullies, but our self-talk is one of the most important factors in the quality of our lives, relationships, career, and happiness. Your thoughts become actions, and they can determine everything in your life. So it’s our job to recognize them, acknowledge them, and then kindly tell these limiting beliefs to eff off, because we’ve got this. Tune in as we chat about: Countering our inner critic with empathyTweaking our language to be more confident Using cognitive reframing to shift out of negative thoughtsFighting negative self-talk with facts Rethinking our idea of failureCalling out your loved ones on their negative self-talkPositive affirmations and helpful mantras PS: If you’ve been dreaming of starting your own podcast, but you aren’t sure where to start or how to grow, check out our consulting services at teachmehowtoadult.ca/howtopodcast. We can’t wait to work with you!Save on your next customized supplement subscription with Care/of Sign up for our monthly adulting newsletter:teachmehowtoadult.ca/newsletter Follow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@yunggillianaire@cailynmichaanFollow us on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadult Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube
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Oct 16, 2023 • 5min

ICYMI: This Shift Will Help You Beat And Avoid Burnout

Welcome to today’s ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing expert tip that you might have missed.If you're battling burnout, you already know it takes more than a week off work and a sheet mask to properly recover. It can take an entire mindset shift. Burnout keeps us in patterns of productivity and overworking, and  robs us of our joy. So today we're throwing it back to the key shifts you can apply now to get your life back. Listen to the full episode here! PS: If you’ve been dreaming of starting a podcast but you aren’t sure where to start or how to grow it, check our consulting services at teachmehowtoadult.ca/howtopodcast. For show notes and more adulting tips, visit: teachmehowtoadult.caSign up for our monthly adulting newsletter:teachmehowtoadult.ca/newsletter Follow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultpodcast @yunggillianaire@cailynmichaanFollow us on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadult Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube
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Oct 11, 2023 • 35min

Teach Me How To Biohack My Brain, Part 2: Anxiety & Stress Management, Supplements, and Memory, with Dr. Kristen Willeumier

Neuroscientist Dr. Kristen Willeumier shares her protocol for improving anxiety without a prescription. Topics discussed include supplements, managing anxiety and stress, memory improvement, reframing negative thoughts, addressing brain fog, consistency, small changes for brain health, getting back to basics, financial education, and expressing appreciation.
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Oct 4, 2023 • 44min

Teach Me How To Boost My Brain Health, Part 1: Nutrition, Supplements & Movement, with Dr. Kristen Willeumier

Dr. Kristen Willeumier, a brilliant neuroscientist, discusses the biggest contributors to cognitive decline, the impacts of sugar and diet on the brain, the importance of movement for brain health, the benefits of intermittent fasting, blood sugar management, and personal experiences with supplements and blood sugar balance.
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Oct 2, 2023 • 10min

ICYMI: Motivation Is Bullshit…Reach Your Goals With Momentum And Routine

Welcome to today’s ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing expert tip that you might have missed. We’re officially in Q4 — there are 90 days left in 2023… and tbh, we need some extra motivation to get us to the finish line. But what really is motivation? Can we hack it, or is it just a fallacy?Motivation doesn’t just magically appear, it’s all about building goals and habits that move you forward each day towards your goal. In the game or life, consistency is king.So we’re throwing it back to our biggest takeaways on how to align our actions with who we really wanna be, and hack our habits to create momentum.Listen to the full episode here! PS: If you’ve been dreaming of starting a podcast but you aren’t sure where to start or how to grow it, check our consulting services at teachmehowtoadult.ca/howtopodcast. For show notes and more adulting tips, visit: teachmehowtoadult.caSign up for our monthly adulting newsletter:teachmehowtoadult.ca/newsletter Follow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultpodcast @yunggillianaire@cailynmichaanFollow us on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadult Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube
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Sep 27, 2023 • 22min

Asking For A Friend: How Do I Maintain My Relationships When I Move Away?

It becomes increasingly tough to keep in touch as we get older (seriously, has anyone in their 30s tried to plan a group hangout recently!?) but it’s extra hard if you’ve moved away. And add a different timezone in there? Good luck. But relocating is a fact of life in adulthood, and we don’t want our fears of losing touch with loved ones to hold us back from making an exciting move. So in this week’s episode of Asking For A Friend, we’re diving into all the strategies for maintaining your relationships while abroad, including the great tips we got from our followers on Instagram!Tune in as we chat about:How Cailyn has kept in touch, and what she wants to improve upon Scheduling your catch-ups like non-negotiable meetingsBeing thoughtful with milestones and big events (the good and bad ones) Removing the guilt from a phone call hiatus Communication methods for every personality type Habit-stacking your Facetimes The power of a friendship trip Creating virtual experiences to share We hope this helps you stay connected with your loved ones, no matter how far away they are. If you have any burning questions and want to get us in the hot seat, DM us and we’ll dive into them in an upcoming tell-all.PS: If you’ve been dreaming of pivoting into podcasting but aren’t sure where to start or how to grow, check our consulting services at teachmehowtoadult.ca/howtopodcast. Follow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@yunggillianaire@cailynmichaanFollow us on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadult Get adulting deals!- Care/Of Supplements Discount - Classpass Discount- Instacart Discount: GBERNER15C1BC  Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube
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Sep 25, 2023 • 7min

ICYMI: How Much Money You *Actually* Need To Be Happy, And The Psychology Of Your Relationship To Money, with Melissa Leong

Welcome to today’s ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing tip from one of our guests that you might have missed. They say money can't buy happiness... but studies show that making a certain amount, and spending it on connective experiences and things of genuine value, can certainly help. So why is our relationship with money so complicated, and how do we use it to create more happiness?  We're throwing it back to this helpful insight from finance expert Melissa Leong, who literally wrote the book on money and happiness. Melissa is a sought-after speaker, award-winning writer, and best-selling author of the feel-good finance guide, Happy Go Money. She is the money expert on Canada’s leading daytime talk show, The Social on CTV, and she’s the host of the Money Moves podcast. Listen to the full episode with Melissa here!  PS: If you’ve been dreaming of starting a podcast but you aren’t sure where to start or how to grow it, check our consulting services at teachmehowtoadult.ca/howtopodcast. For show notes and more adulting tips, visit: teachmehowtoadult.caSign up for our monthly adulting newsletter:teachmehowtoadult.ca/newsletter Follow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultpodcast @yunggillianaire@cailynmichaanFollow us on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultFollow Melissa:http://www.melissaleong.com/https://www.instagram.com/lisleong/ Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

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