Checking In with Jo and Fil
8 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago -Where we talk about what's happening in the world - and how you should deal with it. Taking on topics from money and finance to work and love, we discuss the ups and downs of life and the right way to handle what it throws at you.
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How to deal with lockdown fatigue, fear, and all that drinking
May 16, 2020 12:00 - 48 minutes - 32.4 MBLockdowns are starting to lift and it's scary. What will the world be like when we go outside? How can we prepare ourselves for what is likely to be a very different reality? And, let's be honest, how is everyone going to stop day drinking? We don't have all the answers, but we have some ideas. Music: Wholesome by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesome License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
How to cut down on your scrolling and screentime (really)
May 02, 2020 11:00 - 33 minutes - 20.8 MBWe're two months into the pandemic and our screentime is hitting all-time highs - surely we aren't alone? In this episode, we talk about digital detoxing and what we're doing to stop with the screens. We chat about the psychology of social media, how technology is designed to suck us in, and what we can do to cut down on our online time. Music: Wholesome by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesome License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
I haven't slept properly in weeks send help
April 25, 2020 12:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBTrapped at home, many of us are struggling to get a good night's sleep. Whether it's weird bedtimes, anxiety, or too much screen time, poor sleep is the other other pandemic. In this episode, we talk about our sleep struggles and the best available medical advice for getting your sleep back on track. Music: Wholesome by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesome License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Dealing with kids in lockdown - it's possible!
April 19, 2020 10:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBThis week we're joined by a special guest - a mom who has been homeschooling for several years and knows a little about handling children at home. Our guest Tracey Kelsey talks about how she keeps her kids happy and focused, even with the stresses and anxieties of lockdown. Music: Wholesome by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesome License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
This is Your Actual Life
April 09, 2020 19:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBIt may not feel like it these days, but this is actually your life. As lockdowns continue around the world, many of us feel like we're on a break from reality. But that's not true - reality is what's happening right now. Keeping this in mind can help when the days are dragging and tempers are fraying. Music: Wholesome by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesome License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
But seriously, where are all the eggs?
April 04, 2020 13:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBAs the coronavirus lockdown drags on, we're grappling with boredom, frustration, and a lack of control. In this episode, we talk about dealing with these emotions. We also look ahead and ask, where will it all end? And, perhaps most importantly, we grapple with the question on everyone's mind - where, exactly, are all the damn eggs? Music: Wholesome by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesome License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Coronavirus & The Economy - This is Going to Hurt
March 26, 2020 20:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBThe economic news is getting uglier and uglier as the coronavirus lockdown continues. As jobs vanish and uncertainty rises, plenty of people are getting very afraid. Dealing with your economic fear and anxiety isn't easy, especially when you're in lockdown. In this episode, we talk about what's happening in the economy and how you can find some mental breathing room despite it all. Music: Wholesome by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesome License: http://...
Social Distancing and Your Sanity
March 18, 2020 18:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBWith the coronavirus shutting down, well, pretty much everything, many of us are dealing with a lot of new stressors. In this episode, Jodi and Felicity discuss why we keep hoarding, how to stay sane when you're cooped up with your family, and how you can look after yourself and those around you. Music: Wholesome by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesome License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/