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If you, like us, have been struggling to cross literally ANYTHING off of your never-ending to-do lists, we are here to help!There are so many reasons why tackling your to-do list can cause anxiety and overwhelm. If you’re super burnt out right now you could be feeling errand paralysis, or if you’re insanely busy these days, those lists can feel so daunting because EVERYTHING seems urgent. So in this week’s quickie, we’re giving you tips on how we structure our days (or at least try to), three of the top to-do list methods that pros swear by, and the tools you can use to help you crush all of your goals and leave you worry-free at the end of the day. It all comes down to prioritization.Listen along to learn more about:The Ivy Lee MethodThe Eisenhower MatrixWarren Buffet’s Two List MethodCailyn’s tips for getting through to-do listsGill’s hot 15-minutes-or-less tipWe hope this episode helps you smash your to-do list and accomplish all of the daily tasks and goals you set out for yourself!Teach Me How To Adult is a podcast that serves up expert interviews, candid experiences and actionable advice on everything you never learned growing up. Follow along as we figure it out together!For show notes and more adulting tips, visit:teachmehowtoadult.caFollow us on the ‘gram:instagram.com/teachmehowtoadultpodcast Follow Gillian:instagram.com/yunggillianaire/Follow Cailyn:instagram.com/cailynmichaan/ Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

One of the things we’ve been hearing most for the last while (outside of “unprecedented times” and “You’re on mute!”) is that our friends and families are feeling hella burnt out right now. And even though our lives have slowed down and become more minimal in some ways this past year, there’s a lot more stress, expectation and pressure overall. 95% of you that responded to our recent Instagram poll said that you’ve experienced burnout in the last few months, and 89% said you’re feeling more burnout now than you were pre-pandemic. Those are pretty startling stats, and as two people who have experienced burnout, we really want to help ya’ll identify if you’re going through it and how you can recover.Listen along as we dive into:What burnout really meansThe signs you might be burnt outWhy we’re all feeling it more than everHow social media can contribute to burnoutHow boundaries can help you take back control of your time, energy & wellbeingThe importance of prioritizing sleep and wellnessWhy you need to slow down and ask for help when you need itMastering your mindset and re-thinking how you measure successHow to fall in love with your life again and find joy everydayIncorporating self-care daily, and not just on #selfcaresundayKnowing when it’s time to say “thank you, next!” to your jobWe hope this episode helps you prevent or recover from burnout, because you are more than your job and productivity, and you deserve a balanced life. Sending you all lots of love.Teach Me How To Adult is a podcast that serves up expert interviews, candid experiences and actionable advice on everything you never learned growing up. Follow along as we figure it out together!For show notes and more adulting tips, visit:teachmehowtoadult.caFollow us on the ‘gram:instagram.com/teachmehowtoadultpodcast Follow Gillian:instagram.com/yunggillianaire/Follow Cailyn:instagram.com/cailynmichaan/How Millennials Became The Burnout Generation Article Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

It’s so hard to stay motivated to exercise in the colder months, and when you throw in lockdowns, working out just seems impossible. We’ve heard from a lot of you that are struggling to stay active right now, and we’re right there with you. So we called in the delightful and motivating fitness expert we all need, Cassie Day. She’s an athlete, coach, nutritionist, fitness personality and CEO of All Day Fit, a fitness community with online and in-person classes and personal training that takes a 360° approach to wellness.  Cassie dishes on so many helpful tips for getting motivated to move at home, shares the single most important moves to gain serious strength and tone, and talks about how we can all have a healthier mindset towards fitness and food. Plus, we share some of our own tricks that have helped keep us motivated, from investing in good gear and signing up for workout challenges, to game-ifying workouts and scheduling exercise with an accountabilibuddy.  We’re also learning what it really means to embrace fitness for our overall health, and not just for appearance, so we’re ready to say goodbye to restriction and diet culture, and to add in more holistic movement into our everyday life, like mobility stretches and walking. PLUS if you slide into Cassie’s DMs on Instagram and share your fave part of this interview, she’ll hook you up with an exclusive offer to her online fitness hub, All Day Fit!   Let’s all  help each other stay motivated to move at home! Listen in for: How we’ve been staying active at home: 2:23Cassie’s journey as an athlete & how she starting All Day Fit: 14:10How the pandemic has affected Cassie’s approach to exercise: 16:19The key benefits of exercising during these lockdowns—especially for our mental health: 18:46How to stay motivated & find routine when we’re stuck at home: 21:36Budget-friendly equipment & props to use at home: 23:58Three at-home workouts for limited equipment & time (AKA the best bang for your buck!) 26:08Stretches & mobility movements to fix bad laptop posture and pain: 28:50The 6 foundational movement patterns for balanced training: 32:51The *best* go-to moves for targeting your core & butt: 36:15How to approach food & fitness with a healthy, body-positive perspective: 39:21 We hope this episode helps you listen to your body, get moving and keep pushing for the life you want to live. Remember, in the words of Jillian Michaels, “Fitness isn’t about building a better body, it’s about building a better life.” For all the equipment and workouts you need, check out our show notes for every recommendation in this episode: teachmehowtoadult.ca/episodes/fit-at-home Teach Me How To Adult is a podcast that serves up expert interviews, candid experiences and actionable advice on everything you never learned growing up. Follow along as we figure it out together! For show notes and more adulting tips, visit:teachmehowtoadult.caFollow us on the ‘gram:instagram.com/teachmehowtoadultpodcast Follow Gillian:instagram.com/yunggillianaire/Follow Cailyn:instagram.com/cailynmichaan/Follow Cassie:instagram.com/cassiedayyyinstagram.com/alldayfit.coalldayfit.com Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

Welcome to this week's Quickie, our super fast take on all the adulting things that matter to you. Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and we’ve got love on the brain! So, today we’re talking about the five Love Languages, what they mean, and tips for dating each type.The Five Love Languages was written by marriage counsellor, Dr. Gary Chapman, and has sold over twelve million copies worldwide— it’s been on the New York Times best-sellers list since 2007! It has totally changed the way we show up for our partners and give them the kind of love that they need. Dr. Chapman noticed that couples often had similar complaints that boiled down to a single feeling: “I feel like my partner doesn’t love me.” Starting to recognize a pattern, he discovered that there were five categories on how people could give their partner the love they need: Words of Affirmation, Quality Time, Receiving Gifts, Acts of Service and Physical Touch.Each of us has a primary love language that speaks to us more deeply, but that doesn’t mean we don’t still need the other four (we’ll never say no to a thoughtful gift)! And these don’t only apply to romantic relationships. You can identify the love languages of your parents, friends, boss and co-workers, too, so use them to form stronger relationships with everyone in your life! #winningListen to our chat to learn more about:The importance ‘Words of Affirmation’ play in making you feel understood: 2:47How to spend ‘Quality Time’ together when you see each other 24/7 or are in a LDR: 5:38Why ‘Receiving Gifts’ isn’t as superficial as it sounds: 12:15How ‘Acts of Service’ can make your partner’s day: 14:20Why ‘Physical Touch’ is more than just sexy time: 17:28Two easy ways to find yours and your partner’s love language: 20:22Cailyn’s top love languages and how learning them made her relationship thrive: 21:04Gill’s top love languages and how they can change throughout her life: 23:31We hope this episode helps you speak the same language of love with the people you care about, and inspires you to keep the spark alive! Take Dr.Chapman’s free quiz to find out your love language: https://www.5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/ Date Night In a Box: https://datenightinbox.com/Teach Me How To Adult is a podcast that serves up expert interviews, candid experiences and actionable advice on everything you never learned growing up. Follow along as we figure it out together!For show notes and more adulting tips, visit:teachmehowtoadult.ca Follow us on the ‘gram:instagram.com/teachmehowtoadultpodcast Follow Gillian:instagram.com/yunggillianaire/Follow Cailyn:instagram.com/cailynmichaan/ Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

Any guesses what our listeners voted as their #1 goal for 2021? Improving their health—both physical and mental. It’s true what they say: “If you’ve got your health, you’ve got just about everything.” But it’s been harder than ever to take control of our health over the past year (71% of you said the pandemic has negatively affected your health, while 62% are working to improve their mental health right now).So, today we’re diving into eight totally doable ways to feel healthier, starting with the four pillars of good health: Sleep, nutrition, physical activity, and stress management. Obviously, while we love watching them on TV, we’re not doctors (sorry mom and dad!) or health experts, so please always consult with your doctor before making any big changes, and never rely on Google (or podcasts) to diagnose yourself. We’re really passionate about making this year the one where we truly prioritize our health, so we’re sharing all of the research and info we’ve gathered to help make small, healthy changes.Let’s make this the year of you. Listen in to learn more about: The crucial reasons you need to prioritize sleep, and how to get moreAll the wild ways drinking more water can change your life Why we’re advocates for shutting down diet culture and learning what *your specific body* needs from foodThe big role gut health plays in your overall health The power of walking and exercising for pleasure, not punishmentWhy sitting is the worst and how micro-exercise can combat thatHow to get help when your mental health is suffering The power of a mental health toolbox Why vitamins can be a key factor in your wellnessThe appointments you *should* be booking every yearTeach Me How To Adult is a podcast that serves up expert interviews, candid experiences and actionable advice on everything you never learned growing up. Follow along as we figure it out together!For show notes and more adulting tips, visit:teachmehowtoadult.caFollow us on the ‘gram:instagram.com/teachmehowtoadultpodcast Follow Gillian:instagram.com/yunggillianaire/Follow Cailyn:instagram.com/cailynmichaan/ Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

How different would your life be if you weren’t afraid to ask for what you deserve?  In this week’s episode, we’re talking all things negotiation and how to confidently go after the things you want in life, with negotiation expert Fotini Iconomopoulos! A lot of us don’t even realize that anytime you want someone to say "yes” to something, you're actually entering a negotiation. So whether it’s saying yes to a raise, to buying your product, to buying a house, or to ordering in from YOUR favourite restaurant...you, friends, are already negotiating!  And here’s the thing: Negotiations are not about bulldozing others so you can get your way...it’s about creating a collaboration that helps both parties get what they want. It’s about confidence, clear communication, listening and empathy, and when you break it down like that, a lot of us already have these skills—we just need to apply them! Fotini dives into all of this and more. She’s been helping people get what they want for decades through her new book, keynotes, workshops and virtual courses, which teach the negotiation and communication skills required to navigate any scenario. She teaches MBA Negotiations at the Schulich School of Business at York University, and in April 2021, Fotini is releasing her first book “Say Less, Get More: Unconventional Negotiation Techniques to Get What You Want”, so stay tuned for that! Listen to our chat to learn more about:  3 ways to practise negotiating on a daily basis: 6:29 All the ways you don’t realize you’re negotiating: 12:47 What’s holding most women back from asking for what they want: 15:10 The most effective language to use in negotiations and phrases to avoid: 19:07 Why pauses are okay and key to any negotiation: 24:26 Key body language cues to look out for: 29:35 How emotional intelligence is crucial in a negotiation: 37:03 The difference between being assertive and aggressive: 41:16 How to ask for a raise in 2021: 43:13 Easy ways to brush up on your negotiation skills: 49:38  We hope this episode inspires you to go after what you want and ask for what you deserve! Teach Me How To Adult is a podcast that serves up expert interviews, candid experiences and actionable advice on everything you never learned growing up. Follow along as we figure it out together! For show notes and more adulting tips, visit: teachmehowtoadult.caFollow us on the ‘gram:instagram.com/teachmehowtoadultpodcast  Follow Gillian: instagram.com/yunggillianaire/ Follow Cailyn: instagram.com/cailynmichaan/ Follow Fotini: fotiniicon.com/ instagram.com/fotiniicon/ linkedin.com/in/fotiniiconomopoulos/ Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

Welcome to this week's (bonus) Quickie, our super fast take on all the adulting things that matter to you. It’s the perfect time to plan our 2021 goals as a roadmap to accomplish our dreams and set our intentions. And this isn’t your basic let’s-set-some-new-year's-resolutions chat. We dive into why you need to set clear goals vs. ambiguous resolutions, and give you our secret sauce to pandemic-proofing your plans for 2021.If you want to take control of your life, goal-setting is where it’s at...goals give you focus, direction, motivation and a clear benchmark for measuring your success and progress. So we’re breaking down what a SMART goal is, and eight ways you can plan and execute any goal you set.Listen to our chat to learn more about: The results of how you all responded to our goal-setting polls on socialFinding your “why”Setting positive, future-thinking goalsEstablishing “SMART” goalsHow to integrate your goals into your daily routineScheduling your non-negotiablesMapping out a pandemic-proof planThe importance of accountabilityHow to deprioritize to make room for your new goalsHow we broke down our individual goals for 2021PLUS download our free goal setting cheat sheet that outlines all of the steps to creating and achieving your goals for 2021: teachmehowtoadult.ca/goals.We hope this helps you absolutely slay 2021 with clear direction, motivation and planning, no matter what awaits us in the new year. Thanks joining us on our journey this year and supporting this podcast, it has meant the world to us. Happy New Year, friends! Teach Me How To Adult is a podcast that serves up expert interviews, candid experiences and actionable advice on everything you never learned growing up. Follow along as we figure it out together!For show notes and more adulting tips, visit:teachmehowtoadult.ca Follow us on the ‘gram:instagram.com/teachmehowtoadultpodcast Follow Gillian:instagram.com/yunggillianaire/Follow Cailyn:instagram.com/cailynmichaan/ Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

Welcome to this week's Quickie, our super fast take on all the adulting things that matter to you. The holidays can be super jolly and joyful for some, but they can also come with a ton of stress, pressure, grief, and loneliness for many. So, today we’re diving into five expert-backed mindset hacks to survive the holidays.Listen to our chat to learn more about:Setting clear boundaries with yourself and loved ones: 1:50The benefits of an *easy* gratitude practise: 4:08How to “gamify” holiday drama and stress as a way of (pretty damn fun) coping: 5:30Dealing with grief and the loss of loved ones during the holiday season: 8:16Creating new traditions and making your own meaning during the holidays: 12:10We hope this episode helps you survive the “most wonderful time of the year” a little better during these particularly strange times. Remember, you’re not alone—we’re all on this together. Stay safe and happy holidays, friends!Teach Me How To Adult is a podcast that serves up expert interviews, candid experiences and actionable advice on everything you never learned growing up. Follow along as we figure it out together!For show notes and more adulting tips, visit:teachmehowtoadult.caFollow us on the ‘gram:instagram.com/teachmehowtoadultpodcastFollow Gillian:instagram.com/yunggillianaire/Follow Cailyn:instagram.com/cailynmichaan/  Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

Diversity shouldn’t be a trend, it should be a standard. Support for Black Lives Matter has dipped significantly since June, but racial inequality continues to permeate every facet of society—including our workplaces. Exactly six months after the senseless murder of George Floyd, we had the privilege of talking with Karlyn Percil about the racial pandemic we’re still facing, and the state of diversity and equality in the workplace, and what we can do to make businesses more inclusive. Because equitable work is a key to breaking the cycle of oppression, and the right to earn a living in a safe, inclusive workplace is a basic human right. In this episode, we learned how to use emotional intelligence and positive psychology to help create equal opportunities for BIPOC employees, to shift hiring practices and dated work cultures, and to eliminate harmful microaggressions that prevent employees from feeling safe enough to bring their whole selves to work.While it is 100% *our* job as white women to educate ourselves on systemic racism and how to be an anti-racist ally, we’re so grateful that Certified Emotional Intelligence and Neuro-Life Coach Karlyn Percil spent time chatting with us about how to leverage bravery, leadership, empathy and vulnerability to create more equitable and safe workplaces for BIPOC communities. Karlyn has dedicated her career to increasing emotional intelligence in the workforce and helping corporations plan and execute Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategies. She’s the CEO of KDPM Consulting, the Founder of SisterTalk Group, and she spreads her infectiously positive and empowering mindset tools on talk shows like CityLine, on CBC and in the pages of Forbes and Refinery29.Listen to our chat with Karlyn to learn more about: The current state of racial diversity in the workplace: 2:05Changes you can make right now to promote inclusivity and diversity at work: 3:00Why corporate “Listening and Learning” sessions are missing the mark, and how to improve them: 15:35The reality of changing “company culture”: 21:39What microaggressions sound like and how to take accountability: 22:30Why you will 100% screw up on your anti-racism journey, and why you should keep going out of your comfort zone: 24:28Using emotional intelligence to examine defensiveness, shame and fear: 30:16How to be a better ally through Karlyn’s LEAP strategy: 31:30The hiring practices that ensure inclusivity and equity: 36:10How to respond to racial injustice and getting “called in” on social media: 51:08Teach Me How To Adult is a podcast that serves up expert interviews, candid experiences and actionable advice on everything you never learned growing up. Follow along as we figure it out together!For show notes and more adulting tips, visit:teachmehowtoadult.caFollow us on the ‘gram:instagram.com/teachmehowtoadultpodcast Follow Gillian:instagram.com/yunggillianaire/Follow Cailyn:instagram.com/cailynmichaan/Follow Karlyn:karlynpercil.cominstagram.com/karlynpercillinkedin.com/karlynpercil/kdpmconsultinggroup.com/ Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

Welcome to this week's Quickie, our super fast take on all the adulting things that matter to you. This week, we’re diving into *realistic* tips on how you can become a morning person with an AM routine that works for you.We all know that research shows having a productive routine in the morning can set the stage for success. So we did our homework and researched the routines of successful, high-achieving women we love, and five science-backed ways to create a morning routine that works for YOU.But let’s be real, mornings are not for everyone. So this won’t be a preachy episode where we tell you how perfect our morning routines are, because we’re not robots, and mornings are tough. But If you’re listening to this, it’s probably because you want to hack your AM routine and be a bit more of a morning person. So listen to our chat to learn more about: Debunking the shame around not being an early riser: 1:55Celebrity morning routines we love, from Pryanka Chopra Jonas to Oprah: 3:30Our current morning routine tricks and hacks: 8:455 science-backed tips for creating your perfect morning routine: 10:54Teach Me How To Adult is a podcast that serves up expert interviews, candid experiences and actionable advice on everything you never learned growing up. Follow along as we figure it out together!For show notes and more adulting tips, visit:teachmehowtoadult.caFollow us on the ‘gram:instagram.com/teachmehowtoadultpodcast Follow Gillian:instagram.com/yunggillianaire/Follow Cailyn:instagram.com/cailynmichaan/ Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube