Happy Women's History Month! This week, Divya and Ravisha dive into what womanhood means to them, the changes that have happened over the years, and ways they've been inspired by societal changes through the last few decades.

This is a feel good and re connect episode, grab a cup of coffee (or tea) and let's brew some conversations.

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**fun fact correction: woman could only get their own credit card in 1974**

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Welcome to another episode of Conversations Brewing! In today's episode, we dive into the world of financial independence and gaining confidence in managing your finances. Our special guest, Fiona from Balannx, shares her insights on starting a business and empowering female entrepreneurs.

Meet Fiona and Balannx:

Our guest, Fiona, is the founder of Balannx, a platform dedicated to helping female business owners achieve financial independence. Fiona has a wealth of experience and expertise in the financial realm, and she's on a mission to empower women in the business world. The conversation delves into practical tips and strategies for gaining confidence in managing finances. Fiona shares valuable insights on budgeting, investing, and building a solid financial foundation.

Key Takeaways:

Closing Thoughts:

• It was a pleasure having Fiona from Balannx on the show. Her passion for empowering women in business and sharing financial wisdom is truly inspiring. Remember, gaining financial independence is a journey, and with the right knowledge and mindset, anyone can achieve it.

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https://balannx.com/

https://www.instagram.com/fionangcpa/

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Welcome back to Conversations Brewing! Today, we are diving into the Ins and Outs of 2024, exploring what this exciting year has in store for us. Join us as we discuss morning routines, budgeting goals, and reflect on the lessons learned from last year's episode where we set intentions instead of resolutions.

Embracing the Ins

• Morning Routines: Kickstarting the day right can have a profound impact on our overall well-being. We share our favorite morning rituals and how they contribute to a positive start to the day.
• Budgeting Goals: Financial health is a crucial aspect of our lives. We delve into our budgeting goals for 2024, exploring ways to save, invest, and achieve greater financial stability.

Letting Go of the Outs

• People Pleasing: The burden of constantly trying to please everyone can be overwhelming. We discuss the importance of setting boundaries and embracing authenticity, letting go of the need to constantly seek approval.
• Social Media Breaks: In a world dominated by digital connections, taking breaks from social media can be rejuvenating. We share our experiences with unplugging and the positive impact it has on mental health.

As we embark on this journey through 2024, let's celebrate the Ins that bring positivity into our lives and gracefully let go of the Outs that hinder our growth. Join us in setting powerful intentions for the year ahead. Cheers to another year of meaningful conversations and personal growth

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In this episode of "Bridging Hearts," hosts Divya and Ravisha embark on a quest to transform conversations from feeling like "battlefields" to becoming meaningful "bridges" within relationships.

The CB duo kick off by advocating for 2024 as the year to embrace tough conversations, emphasizing the crucial role such discussions play in nurturing healthy relationships. They address the challenges inherent in engaging in these discussions, acknowledging the discomfort and fear that often accompany them. They share personal experiences and keep it real, as always!

Delving deeper, Divya and Ravisha explore strategies to establish safe and welcoming spaces conducive to open dialogue. They emphasize the importance of cultivating emotional safety within relationships, enabling individuals to feel secure enough to share their thoughts and feelings willingly. The hosts acknowledge that for many, fostering such environments might feel unfamiliar or even daunting, and they provide practical guidance to ease these transitions.

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Hi there CB listeners! Let's jump into today's episode with Shivani Shah! She is inspiring AF, and we know you're going to love this episode. This sparkshow is a woman who left her corporate FANG job to pursue acting. She shares how she stepped away from the "comfort" to go toward her passion, her tips for staying focused, and shares her secrets that keep her going when it's hard to do some.

She shared some GREAT resources, see them below!

- Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/615570.The_Artist_s_Way

- Paul Arden quote: “Everyone wants an exciting life, but most people are afraid to take the bull by the horns. So they take an easy option for an exciting life. They live their excitement through other people. By aligning themselves with famous rebels, a little bit of glamor rubs off on them. They imagine they’re like John Lennon, Ernest Hemingway, George Best, Liam Gallagher, Lenny Bruce, Janis Joplin, Damien Herst, Andy Warhol, etc. The difference being, these people when faced with a decision took the outrageous one, not knowing where it might lead them, but knowing that the safe decision had danger written all over it.” 

- Bezos on regret minimizing: https://youtu.be/jwG_qR6XmDQ?si=qBhmgn4nzwfrN83f

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WOO! It's so great to be back with you after a few months of summer slow down time. I know it might have seemed like I disappeared, but I promise there was a purpose behind it all. In today's episode, we want to share with you why we took things slow this summer and how it's all been a part of our "Reflective Girl Summer." Did we just make that up!?

Now, you might be wondering, what exactly is a "Reflective Girl Summer"? Well, it's a term the CB duo is coining to describe this intentional period of time where we've focused on self-reflection, healing, and personal growth. Just like the changing seasons, we all go through different phases in life, and this summer, we decided it was time for a bit of a reset.

This reflective period hasn't just been about taking it easy, though. It's also been a time of healing. We all carry wounds, big or small, and sometimes we need to give ourselves the space to address them. With this reflection - we are SO EXCITED for what we have ahead in the season to come for CB ... you don't want to miss this ;)

So with that we thank you for your patience during this "Reflective Girl Summer." We both SOO appreciate your support and understanding as we took the time to recharge, reflect, heal, and grow.

Get ready, because the upcoming season is going to be a journey we embark on together, filled with discovery, learning, and meaningful connections. Stay tuned, and let's continue brewing these conversations!

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Re-listen to Divya & Ravisha as they discuss Summer Burnout! As we are now in August, you might be feeling a little burnt out from Summer plans and need some helpful tips as we are moving into the last month of Summer.

They sit down with an iced coffee and talk about how their busy schedules have led them to feel overwhelmed - and how even the most fun plans can be exhausting. They break down the dichotomy of summer plans - how they can be joyful and also draining. 

The two of them then reflect on how their relationship with "making plans" has changed as they've grown up -- how when they were younger they would do anything to have weekend plans and as adults they would do (almost) anything to have a free weekend.

They break down...

• How to set boundaries with friends + weekend plans (even when FOMO shows up)
• COVID summers and the impact it's had for this summer
• Managing busy wedding seasons during adulthood while not breaking the bank

Tune into new episodes every Tuesday!

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Have you ever been called dramatic? Or been told, "you are too sensitive"? Well, in this episode, Divya and Ravisha dive into the topic of Empathy and how it is trait we are born with and how to be proud of your empathetic self.

In this episode, you will learn...

• How being "sensitive" is a positive trait
• Societal messages around having a sensitive personality
• How to be proud of these traits and feeling confident within yourself

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Have you ever felt shamed for following your intuition? Or been told, "head over heart"? Well, in this episode, Divya and Ravisha dive into the realm of intuition, exploring why it is essential to follow your instincts (of course, not ALL instincts!!) and the science behind it. Yes, there is science behind intuition, and it is not some magic feeling that you have!

In this episode, you will learn...

• What is intuition (the scientific term)
• Societal messages around intuition, and why you may be weary to follow your intution
• How to know intuition from other emotional experiences
• Ways to strengthen your intuition (and start to trust yourself more!)

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In this episode of Conversations Brewing, the CB duo dives into talking about female friendships, their complexity, why they can be good for well-being, and how to create them. Divya and Ravisha have a thing to say about female friendships, as they have seen the benefit it can have to one's well-being (duh, look at them!!).

In this episode, you'll learn...

• Why female friendship can be complex (more so than male friendships)
• How to find good female friends (and ditch the toxic ones)
• What to do to keep your friendships lasting

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