Episodes

In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly explore what makes personal growth hard. Conscious effort to make a change Honest with yourself and butting up against the "not so pretty" part of us It is like building muscle strength...there is pain It is embracing the whole of us, it isn't about perfection The process of growth takes time Other people may not like our personal growth Care for yourself We get to participate in new beginnings Resources: https...

In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly discuss when things go sideways and our plans are disrupted. Kelly seems to have trouble remembering the questions Sydney asks today. The polaroid picture...take a new one Moments of "never imagined this..." Growing from unwanted or unexpected changes Take time to gather yourself and sit with your emotions Grief is a part of change Support systems Life unfolding How do we talk about a situation? Labels... Resou...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly talk with Cassie Dell about her list 30 before 30. Thirty wide ranging things that Cassie set out to do before turning 30. Cassie loves to travel and wants to live life fully. After Cassie's 29th birthday she chose 30 thing to work toward She didn't want to lose herself Honed in on things on her bucket list to prioritize Prioritizing self helps to her to become a better mom, wife, friend, co-worker List includes thi...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly talk about some of their favorite TV Shows. Are they TV shows or streaming shows now? What are the benefits of watching TV shows? What are the downsides of watching TV shows? (Cat interruption, phone dropping) Family viewing Difference of watching on small screen (phone and laptops) versus larger screen TV Kelly's list Sydney's list Website: anincompleteguide.com Instagram: @anincompleteguide YouTube: @AnIncompl...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly give concrete examples practices to help in difficult moments. These are practices that can be done anywhere, anytime and can help ground you. May you be happy, may you be peaceful, may you live with ease. Kelly did this while on the elliptical machine this week. Square breath: Breathe in to the count of 4, pause for the count of four, exhale to the count of four, pause for four and repeat. You can expand this to 6 or ...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly discuss their experience with a Sound Bath. Also known as Sound Meditation Immersed in sound vibration and frequencies that are healing Stress release Lower blood pressure Tibetan singing bowls, crystal bowls, gongs, rain sticks, string instrument Live versus recorded sound meditation Vibration and clearing in the body Great way to be introduced to meditation Resources: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/sound-ba...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly discuss volunteering in the community, its benefits and how to find a place that is a fit for you. Benefits...physical/mental health Sense of purpose New relationships Reduces stress, helps with depression Finding the right fit Volunteer match websites for cities and non-profits Types of organizations: Master Naturalists, Libraries, Family Shelters, Community arts groups, Animal shelters and rescues org., conserva...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly talk about some of their favorite books from various genres. Benefits of reading Escapism Ability to empathize can increase Self Growth Books People Focused Books Historical Fiction Fun/Mystery Spirituality Miscellaneous Novels Website: anincompleteguide.com Instagram: @anincompleteguide YouTube: @AnIncompleteGuide Patreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowth Shout out to Lauren, Jake, Kyle, and Nicol...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly talk with Julie Carpenter on the topic feeling and believing that you are enough. Feeling it is what we do that makes us enough rather than who are are When do we notice the feelings of being inadequate Danger of comparing ourselves to others Resources: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/lifting-the-veil-trauma/202103/when-we-dont-feel-good-enough https://www.minimalismmadesimple.com/home/you-are-enough/ https://...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly get real about social situations...some people make it look easy. The unknown of events What stops us from or makes us hesitate to accept invitations There are health benefits Preparing, gaining confidence Conversation starters Body language Everyone has a story...ask and listen Sample questions Resources: https://questionsabouteverything.com/topics-to-talk-about/ https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/relations/how-...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly discuss their experience with Flotation Therapy. True Rest Float Spa in San Antonio History of flotation therapy The connection of sensory deprivation Physical benefits...recovery from workouts, increased blood circulation, relaxation, joints Mental...stress relief, creativity boost, lack of sensory stimulation Tailoring your experience Athletes and flotation therapy and visualization Magnesium in the Epsom Salt i...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly conclude Mental Health month focusing on Self Compassion. How do we have compassion for ourselves when going through difficult times Compassion...life giving gift you give yourself What is self compassion Self compassion enhances compassion for others Self compassion does not equal selfishness Enhancing suffering versus compassion Common humanity If you an be with something, you can learn from it Finding stabili...

In honor of World Meditation Day, here's a free meditation for all of our listeners! This one goes with our theme for Mental Health Awareness Month, speaking to self-compassion. We will also be discussing this topic on our episode that comes out May 28th!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly talk with Bernie Byars, LPC on the topic of Depression. Disclaimer: We are not licensed professionals in the field of Mental Health. If you are needing to talk with someone or in a crisis situation dial 988, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Trained counselors are available to assist people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis. Definition of depression, it affects all areas of the brain Types of depression...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly talk with Bernie Byars, LPC on the topic of Anxiety. Disclaimer: The National Center For Emotional Wellness defines emotional wellness as "an awareness, understanding and acceptance of our feelings, and our ability to manage effectively through challenges and change." Deference between being nervousness and anxiety Types of anxiety Physical side effects of anxiety Anxiety versus fear Techniques to calm when anxiety...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly kick off Mental Health Awareness month discussing Emotional Wellness. Disclaimer: We are not licensed professionals in the field of Mental Health. If you are needing to talk with someone or in a crisis situation dial 988, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Trained counselors are available to assist people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis Emotional Wellness Wheel The National Center For Emotional Wellnes...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly explore the how music influences our lives. Sydney is really is quite irritated today, but Kelly is in a good mood. We will let music lift her up! You are never to old to learn a new instrument or experience new tunes If you want to learn, don't just wish it, do it Learning an instrument teaches great life lessons...mistakes are a part of life, getting past mistakes, self-discipline. Play for fun, not performance Si...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly consider the important role that joy plays in our lives. Joy is a choice. Which one of us is a fan of Donny Osmond? What is the difference between happiness and joy How do we experience in joy? Joy is in the moment Joy and Sorrow Does joy spread? Five ways to find more joy Living fully! Resources: "The Hidden Power of Joy" by Christine Louise Hohlbaum "What is Joy? And What Does it Say About Us?" by Jamie D. At...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly talk with Lisa Little, the owner and artistic director of The Little Improv Theater in San Antonio, Texas. We discuss the role improvisation can play a part in personal growth. ComedySportz a world wide interactive improv experience Improv in truest form is building trust Improv...calculated risk, trust fall Learning everyone is uniquely valuable Listening and waiting to respond, not "preloading" What happens when ...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly consider the importance of humor in personal growth and life in general. Kelly learns how each generation uses emojis differently...Sydney is a great teacher Laughing is good for your health Not degrading or demeaning laughter Being able to laugh at yourself Children laugh sooo much and adults can't remember the last time they did Laughing unclamps the brain Laughing memories Laughing yoga...it's a thing Resourc...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly expand upon the tools mentioned in episodes 4 through 6. Kelly tells of her encounter with "fringe friends." "Lucky Life" by Gerald Stern Not about our circumstances, but our capacity to respond We have choices in our responses Honesty with ourselves can feel cold, but cleansing, a place to start Each person's story is theirs to explore Resetting judgements Gratitude Examen prayer Resources "Lucky Life" by Geral...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly expand upon the tools mentioned in the first three episodes. These include practical ways to grow in self-reflection. How reflection serves us Mantras Ways to reflect Emotion Wheel, what is behind the emotion What have I done for me? Adding to our own suffering Resources: No Mud, No Lotus by Thich Nhat Hanh Emotion Wheel "What Makes a Tree and Tree by Rachel Ehrenberg Living Buddha, Living Christ by Thich Nhat Han...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly interview Sydney's friend from college, Dr. Stephanie Allred regarding the importance of community. Not just a doctor., Stephanie won the gingerbread cookie decorating contest her family held this year. Found family and mentorship Maintaining friendships Finding people Social support network or Community What gives you energy Work and play balance Not keeping score Website: anincompleteguide.com Instagram: @anin...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly explore types of friendship and how important "fringe" friendships are to our mental health. Finding a hair stylist...an important relationship Acquaintances, social friends, intimate friendships, and epitome friendships Are millennials and Gen Zers lonelier than other generations? If so, why? Fringe friendships...those we encounter briefly, yet consistently Does lack of trust affect making new friends? Kelly lear...