Just a warning this episode is a touch on the heavy side. It’s about death, a subject we don’t often give much space too, particularly in Western Cultures.  This week I have guest Jackey Coyle, author of In The End, A Practical Guide to Dying on the show to talk about all things… well… death.  Jackey is a writer and researcher who wrote her beautiful book in collaboration with Fernlea, a palliative care facility.  In this episode, we talk about death, preparing for death and how to help loved ones in their final hours. Don’t forget that Jackey’s book is available on Booktopia - it’s called In The End, a Practical Guide for Dying - https://www.booktopia.com.au/in-the-end-jackey-coyle/ebook/9780645214611.html Links  https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69 https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabitsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just a warning this episode is a touch on the heavy side. It’s about death, a subject we don’t often give much space too, particularly in Western Cultures.  This week I have guest Jackey Coyle, author of In The End, A Practical Guide to Dying on the show to talk about all things… well… death.  Jackey is a writer and researcher who wrote her beautiful book in collaboration with Fernlea, a palliative care facility.  In this episode, we talk about death, preparing for death and how to help loved ones in their final hours. Don’t forget that Jackey’s book is available on Booktopia - it’s called In The End, a Practical Guide for Dying - <a href="https://www.booktopia.com.au/in-the-end-jackey-coyle/ebook/9780645214611.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.booktopia.com.au/in-the-end-jackey-coyle/ebook/9780645214611.html</a> Links  <a href="https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69</a> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

A Practical Guide To Dying

Isiah McKimmie

One thing I don’t talk about much in my work is sex. Not for any particular reason, it’s just not something that’s high on my list of priorities to research and form opinions on. However, I have lots of listeners who have asked about sex therapy so I’ve got Isiah McKimmie on the show to well, talk about sex!  She is ridiculously qualified, with a masters degree in Relational Psychotherapy, a masters degree in Science in Medicine(Sexual Counselling/Psychosexual and a Post-Graduate Diploma of Sexology just to name a few. She’s Australia’s most qualified relationship and intimacy specialist and in this episode she gives excellent advice on sex, couples therapy and how to get the intimacy you crave in life.  Links  https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69 https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits Isiah's guide for deepening love and intimacy - https://isiah-mckimmie.ck.page/92da5ad26eSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One thing I don’t talk about much in my work is sex. Not for any particular reason, it’s just not something that’s high on my list of priorities to research and form opinions on. However, I have lots of listeners who have asked about sex therapy so I’ve got Isiah McKimmie on the show to well, talk about sex!  She is ridiculously qualified, with a masters degree in Relational Psychotherapy, a masters degree in Science in Medicine(Sexual Counselling/Psychosexual and a Post-Graduate Diploma of Sexology just to name a few. She’s Australia’s most qualified relationship and intimacy specialist and in this episode she gives excellent advice on sex, couples therapy and how to get the intimacy you crave in life.  Links  <a href="https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69</a> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits</a> Isiah's guide for deepening love and intimacy - <a href="https://isiah-mckimmie.ck.page/92da5ad26e" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://isiah-mckimmie.ck.page/92da5ad26e</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Let's Talk About Sex with Isiah McKimmie

Amantha Imber

I’m a sucker for time-saving tips. If there’s someone on Instagram who’s like ‘Oh here’s a hack that will save you time!’ I’m like ‘Go on. I’m listening.’ I am absolutely delighted to have Amantha Imber of Inventium and How I Work podcast. If you’ve never listened to How I Work get it in your ears she has some mega high profile guests including Micheal Mosley, Abbi Jacobson from Broad City and other very amazing people.  Amantha has a new book out called Time Wise and she’s on the show to talk about it today.    Links https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69 https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabitsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’m a sucker for time-saving tips. If there’s someone on Instagram who’s like ‘Oh here’s a hack that will save you time!’ I’m like ‘Go on. I’m listening.’ I am absolutely delighted to have <a href="https://www.amantha.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amantha Imber of Inventium and How I Work podcast.</a> If you’ve never listened to How I Work get it in your ears she has some mega high profile guests including Micheal Mosley, Abbi Jacobson from Broad City and other very amazing people. Amantha has a new book out called <a href="https://www.amantha.com/books/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Time Wise </a>and she’s on the show to talk about it today.  Links <a href="https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69</a> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Ultimate Time Saving Tips from Amantha Imber

We chose this book because it has a weird controversial reputation.  It's kind of a guide for manipulating people but the author Robert Greene seems really legit and actually very smart so we are deeply confused.  Join us as we dissect this thoroughly strange, contradictory, quite alarming book.  Links  https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69 https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabitsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We chose this book because it has a weird controversial reputation.  It's kind of a guide for manipulating people but the author Robert Greene seems really legit and actually very smart so we are deeply confused.  Join us as we dissect this thoroughly strange, contradictory, quite alarming book.  Links  <a href="https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69</a> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Self Improvement Bookclub - The 48 Laws of Power

Resilience

The inspiration for this episode came from a newsletter I sent a few weeks ago about quiet resilience.  I had so much feedback for an expansion of my thoughts so I put it all in a podcast for you!  I see you, I know this is hard. You're brilliant. x Links https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69 https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabitsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The inspiration for this episode came from a newsletter I sent a few weeks ago about quiet resilience.  I had so much feedback for an expansion of my thoughts so I put it all in a podcast for you!  I see you, I know this is hard. You're brilliant. x Links <a href="https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69</a> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Why We Need To Stop Ignoring Quiet Resilience

Olly is back (with better audio!) and we're giving our top 4 fiction book recommendations this season.  In this episode we talk about The Maid, Cutter's End, The Wife and The Widow and The Drover's Wife.  Let us know what awesome books you've read recently!  Links https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69 https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabitsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Olly is back (with better audio!) and we're giving our top 4 fiction book recommendations this season.  In this episode we talk about The Maid, Cutter's End, The Wife and The Widow and The Drover's Wife.  Let us know what awesome books you've read recently!  Links <a href="https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69</a> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

4 Fiction Books You Need To Read Immediately

Today's episode is a solo pep talk on how to cope when you're freaking out. Here's the 5 step plan I outline in the podcast. 1. Drop your bundle 2. Write yucky pages 3. Seek out the positive 4. Remember that perception isn't reality 5. Kill your nostalgia The rest is in the podcast - get it in your ears!  Links https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69 https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabitsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's episode is a solo pep talk on how to cope when you're freaking out. Here's the 5 step plan I outline in the podcast. 1. Drop your bundle 2. Write yucky pages 3. Seek out the positive 4. Remember that perception isn't reality 5. Kill your nostalgia The rest is in the podcast - get it in your ears!  Links <a href="https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69</a> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

How To Cope When You're Freaking Out

Today's episode is with Nicole Baker who is a life coach for perfectionists.  In this episode, Nicole talks us through perfectionism, what it means, what it's not, the different types of perfectionism and how you can work WITH your type to achieve your goals. Nicole is an absolute delight, her energy is sparkle plus and I just loved having this chat with her. https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69 https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabitsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's episode is with Nicole Baker who is a <a href="https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">life coach for perfectionists. </a> In this episode, Nicole talks us through perfectionism, what it means, what it's not, the different types of perfectionism and how you can work WITH your type to achieve your goals. Nicole is an absolute delight, her energy is sparkle plus and I just loved having this chat with her. <a href="https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69</a> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

There are 3 Types of Perfectionists - Which One Are You?

This week I have my psychologist mate Fliss back on the show to talk about uncertainty, fear, boundaries around your own safety and dealing with loss of control.  In this episode, we talk about...   What's happening in our brains since we've been in a constant state of uncertainty for over 2 years The circle of influence vs the circle of concern  4 x 4 breathing  An unusual side effect of meditation  The Negative Bias Effect  Tips for cutting back on catastrophising   It's a great listen for anyone who wants some tips for for dealing with these very tough times.  Links  Newsletter - https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69 Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabitsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I have my psychologist mate Fliss back on the show to talk about uncertainty, fear, boundaries around your own safety and dealing with loss of control.  In this episode, we talk about...  <ul> <li>What's happening in our brains since we've been in a constant state of uncertainty for over 2 years</li> <li>The circle of influence vs the circle of concern </li> <li>4 x 4 breathing </li> <li>An unusual side effect of meditation </li> <li>The Negative Bias Effect </li> <li>Tips for cutting back on catastrophising </li> </ul> It's a great listen for anyone who wants some tips for for dealing with these very tough times.  Links Newsletter - <a href="https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69</a> Patreon - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> Facebook group - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Changes, Fear and Coping with Loss of Control

Ebony Crameri

This episode has been a long, long time coming. It’s all about hormones - not just for fertility but for everything. PCOS, endometriosis, and general thyroid issues.  Women’s hormones are ridiculously overlooked and can be the answer to many different issues you might experience. So this week, I have Ebony Crameri from Project Nutrition. She’s a fertility and PCOS dietician who helps women balance their hormones not just for fertility but for general hormone health.  Can I just say Ebony is a genius, and this is a must-listen? Honestly, I just loved this conversation. Ebony is smart and science-minded but also realistic and flexible. Get her in your ears today.  You can find Ebony here - https://www.projectnutrition.com.au https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69 https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabitsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode has been a long, long time coming. It’s all about hormones - not just for fertility but for everything. PCOS, endometriosis, and general thyroid issues.  Women’s hormones are ridiculously overlooked and can be the answer to many different issues you might experience. So this week, I have Ebony Crameri from Project Nutrition. She’s a fertility and PCOS dietician who helps women balance their hormones not just for fertility but for general hormone health.  Can I just say Ebony is a genius, and this is a must-listen? Honestly, I just loved this conversation. Ebony is smart and science-minded but also realistic and flexible. Get her in your ears today.  You can find Ebony here - <a href="https://www.projectnutrition.com.au" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.projectnutrition.com.au</a> <a href="https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69</a> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Your Hormones with Ebony Crameri

The Podcast That Helps You Create Little Habits, For a Big Life. Formerly known as Straight &amp; Curly / Poductivity. Presented by Carly Jacobs

So recently, I’ve been thinking a lot about the mental load. The whole thing. It unfairly targets women, and how no matter how hard we try to have equal partnerships, it never seems to work out that way. It’s that ever-illusive work/life balance struggle.  So this week, I have Michelle Broadbent, a business strategist who is an expert in work-life balance on the show. This episode talks about delegation, outsourcing, and working with what you have. Whether you're a single parent or self-employed. The brilliant Michelle has you covered.  Links Newsletter - https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69 Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabitsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So recently, I’ve been thinking a lot about the mental load. The whole thing. It unfairly targets women, and how no matter how hard we try to have equal partnerships, it never seems to work out that way. It’s that ever-illusive work/life balance struggle.  So this week, I have Michelle Broadbent, a business strategist who is an expert in work-life balance on the show. This episode talks about delegation, outsourcing, and working with what you have. Whether you're a single parent or self-employed. The brilliant Michelle has you covered.  Links Newsletter - <a href="https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69</a> Patreon - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> Facebook - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Overcoming Overwhelm, Delegating and Outsourcing with Michelle Broadbent

Recommendation episodes with Chrissy get so much love I decided to make them a regular series.  Here's a random selection of our favourite things.   Dopesick (TV show) Guess Who's Coming to Dinner (movie)  Dr Bronner's peppermint lip balm  Devil in the White City (book)  Audrey O Style (clothing shop)  Tu Vietnamese Street (restaurant)   Got something to recommend? Leave a review!  Here are some useful links.  Email - https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69 Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits Have a very excellent day! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recommendation episodes with Chrissy get so much love I decided to make them a regular series.  Here's a random selection of our favourite things.  <ul> <li>Dopesick (TV show)</li> <li>Guess Who's Coming to Dinner (movie) </li> <li>Dr Bronner's peppermint lip balm </li> <li>Devil in the White City (book) </li> <li>Audrey O Style (clothing shop) </li> <li>Tu Vietnamese Street (restaurant) </li> </ul> Got something to recommend? Leave a review!  Here are some useful links.  Email - <a href="https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69</a> Patreon - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> Facebook group - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits</a> Have a very excellent day! See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

23 More Very Excellent Recommendations with Chrissy

Kate Litterer

Operating on the assumption that we have the ability to function at 100% at all times is so unbelievably dangerous. That kind of all or nothing, smash-yourself-for-success trope is very prevalent but there are more holistic and gentle approaches to self-improvement and I’m here for it. It’s also unbelievably relevant for the times we’re living in, which are confusing, exhausting and sometimes kind of scary.  This week I have Dr Kate Litterer on the show. She’s an expert in sustainable and well being oriented productivity. Meaning she can teach you how to be productive and succeed without sacrificing your health or well being.  In this episode, we talk about wellbeing oriented productivity, self-awareness, self boundaries and getting things done even if you're not firing on all cylinders.  Links  Email - https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69 Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabit Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Operating on the assumption that we have the ability to function at 100% at all times is so unbelievably dangerous. That kind of all or nothing, smash-yourself-for-success trope is very prevalent but there are more holistic and gentle approaches to self-improvement and I’m here for it. It’s also unbelievably relevant for the times we’re living in, which are confusing, exhausting and sometimes kind of scary.  This week I have <a href="http://www.katelitterer.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr Kate Litterer</a> on the show. She’s an expert in sustainable and well being oriented productivity. Meaning she can teach you how to be productive and succeed without sacrificing your health or well being.  In this episode, we talk about wellbeing oriented productivity, self-awareness, self boundaries and getting things done even if you're not firing on all cylinders.  Links  Email - <a href="https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69</a> Patreon - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabit" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabit</a> Facebook - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits</a> See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

How To Be Productive Even When You Feel Like Garbage with Kate Litterer

This is the last episode of this season and I’ll be back on April 7th with season 2 for 2022.    So this is just a fun little episode all about all about pressure cookers/Instant Pots. In Australia at least they seem to be the weird cousin of the slow cooker but trust me, once you go pressure you won’t go back.    Here’s my favourite ever pressure cooker recipe - https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a34417937/instant-pot-soup-creamy-chicken-wild-rice/   And try The Pioneer Woman and Pinch of Yum for more recipes.    Also despite several pressure-cooker accidents that happened in the 70s, it’s unlikely your pressure cooker will kill you, no matter what you’ve heard.    If you’ve ever wanted to try a pressure cooker, this episode is for you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the last episode of this season and I’ll be back on April 7th with season 2 for 2022.  So this is just a fun little episode all about all about pressure cookers/Instant Pots. In Australia at least they seem to be the weird cousin of the slow cooker but trust me, once you go pressure you won’t go back.  Here’s my favourite ever pressure cooker recipe - <a href="https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a34417937/instant-pot-soup-creamy-chicken-wild-rice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a34417937/instant-pot-soup-creamy-chicken-wild-rice/</a> And try The Pioneer Woman and Pinch of Yum for more recipes.  Also despite several pressure-cooker accidents that happened in the 70s, it’s unlikely your pressure cooker will kill you, no matter what you’ve heard.  If you’ve ever wanted to try a pressure cooker, this episode is for you. See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The Pressure Cooker

This episode is just a little rescue remedy for the week. The world is a hard place to navigate but there’s also so much good.  Rest when you can, keep caring when you can, fight when you can and rejoice when you can.  Take care of yourself this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is just a little rescue remedy for the week. The world is a hard place to navigate but there’s also so much good.  Rest when you can, keep caring when you can, fight when you can and rejoice when you can.  Take care of yourself this week. See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Everything is Terrible. However...

I've had some feedback that some listeners would love more fiction book recommendations and as Olly and I each read at least a book a week, we're going to do a fiction book episode each season.  We'll each recommend 2 books (4 in total) of fabulous fiction books you have to read.  Leave a review letting us know if you want more of these episodes!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I've had some feedback that some listeners would love more fiction book recommendations and as Olly and I each read at least a book a week, we're going to do a fiction book episode each season.  We'll each recommend 2 books (4 in total) of fabulous fiction books you have to read.  Leave a review letting us know if you want more of these episodes!See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The Best Fiction Books We've Recently Read - #1

Brooke McAlary

Self Improvement Book Club is back and this time we’re looking at the beautiful book Care by Brooke McAlary.  Featuring my mate Olivia Jacobs (yes we have the same surname but are not related), self-improvement book club is where we pick a self-improvement book and critique it. This season’s book is Care and it’s lovely.  In this episode, we talk about… - self-care and how underrated it is - Not sharing everything of yourself with the world - The importance of kindness on your physical health - The art of moving slowly  If you have any self-improvement books you’d like us to critique let us know!If you want to chat more about this episode you can join the Facebook group. You can also follow me on Instagram but I'm generally only there on Wednesday - @veryexcellenthabits I also have a bunch of workbooks and resources available on Patreon here. And you can join my newsletter here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Self Improvement Book Club is back and this time we’re looking at the beautiful book <a href="https://www.instagram.com/brookemcalary/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Care by Brooke McAlary. </a> Featuring my mate Olivia Jacobs (yes we have the same surname but are not related), self-improvement book club is where we pick a self-improvement book and critique it. This season’s book is Care and it’s lovely.  In this episode, we talk about… - self-care and how underrated it is  - Not sharing everything of yourself with the world  - The importance of kindness on your physical health  - The art of moving slowly  If you have any self-improvement books you’d like us to critique let us know! If you want to chat more about this episode you can join the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook group.</a> You can also follow me on Instagram but I'm generally only there on Wednesday - @veryexcellenthabits I also have a bunch of workbooks and resources available on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon here.</a> And you can join my<a href="https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> newsletter here. </a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Self Improvement Bookclub - Care by Brooke McAlary

Emma Edwards

Money is one topic that comes up again and again so this week I have Emma Edwards from The Broke Generation Podcast. It’s a genius podcast aimed at Millennials (people born between 1981 and 1996) and looking at how we can make the most of our money in the weird circumstances we’re in. In this episode we talk about the unique money struggles of millennials, how we can make sure we're not working until we're 80 and how we can turn the garbage economy and dismal job market around...  Here are some useful links -  Email sign up - https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69 Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits Leave a message to be answered on the show -  https://www.speakpipe.com/veryexcellenthabits Have a rad day! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money is one topic that comes up again and again so this week I have <a href="https://thebrokegeneration.com/the-broke-generation-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Emma Edwards from The Broke Generation Podcast</a>. It’s a genius podcast aimed at Millennials (people born between 1981 and 1996) and looking at how we can make the most of our money in the weird circumstances we’re in. In this episode we talk about the unique money struggles of millennials, how we can make sure we're not working until we're 80 and how we can turn the garbage economy and dismal job market around...  Here are some useful links -  Email sign up - <a href="https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69</a> Patreon - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> Facebook group - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits</a> Leave a message to be answered on the show -  <a href="https://www.speakpipe.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.speakpipe.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> Have a rad day! See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Millennial Money and Why We're Broke with Emma Edwards

This episode inspiration comes from an old friend who listens to the show and asked for me more recommendations. So I’ve roped in Chrissy from Hair Romance and this episode we’re going to talk about our favourite things. In this episode, we talk about everything we're reading, watching, eating and wearing right now. Here are some useful links. Newsletter - https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69 Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabitsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode inspiration comes from an old friend who listens to the show and asked for me more recommendations. So I’ve roped in Chrissy from Hair Romance and this episode we’re going to talk about our favourite things. In this episode, we talk about everything we're reading, watching, eating and wearing right now. Here are some useful links. <a href="https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Newsletter</a> - <a href="https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69</a> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon</a> - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

23 Very Excellent Recommendations with Chrissy

This week’s episode randomly came from an episode New Amsterdam. Season 18 of Grey’s Anatomy is coming out waaaaay too slowly for my liking so I needed a new medical drama and honestly it’s not bad. There’s psychologist character who asked one of his patients ‘Is that a feeling or is fact?’ when she mid-spiral and it reminded me that I researched this whole thing ages ago and never actually did an episode on it.  This is the last episode of the year and I thought it was a great concept to end on.  Feelings are important and so are emotions. They give us information and make us do things - take action but no matter how big and important they are, they aren’t facts.  This episode is about the one question you can ask yourself to keep yourself sane these holidays. This is the last episode of the season/year. Thank you so much for sticking with me - it means more than you could know.  Here are some useful links.  Newsletter - https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69 Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabitsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s episode randomly came from an episode New Amsterdam. Season 18 of Grey’s Anatomy is coming out waaaaay too slowly for my liking so I needed a new medical drama and honestly it’s not bad. There’s psychologist character who asked one of his patients ‘Is that a feeling or is fact?’ when she mid-spiral and it reminded me that I researched this whole thing ages ago and never actually did an episode on it.  This is the last episode of the year and I thought it was a great concept to end on.  Feelings are important and so are emotions. They give us information and make us do things - take action but no matter how big and important they are, they aren’t facts.  This episode is about the one question you can ask yourself to keep yourself sane these holidays. This is the last episode of the season/year. Thank you so much for sticking with me - it means more than you could know.  Here are some useful links.  Newsletter - <a href="https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://carlyjacobs.activehosted.com/f/69</a> Patreon - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/veryexcellenthabits</a> Facebook group - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/veryexcellenthabits</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The One Question That Will Save Your Sanity These Holidays

The Podcast That Helps You Create Little Habits, For a Big Life. Formerly known as Straight &amp; Curly / Poductivity. Presented by <a href="http://www.smaggle.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Carly Jacobs</a>

Very Excellent Habits

It's the last episode of 2018 for Kelly and Carly. We'll be back in 2019 with more life improvement hacks.  For today, we're talking about the year that was 2018.  Topics covered -   What worked What didn't work  Things we wished we spent less time on  Intentions for 2019   Have a beautiful and safe holiday season dear S&amp;C listeners - we'll be back in your ears next year! ... For more info on Kelly and Carly, and to see any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode, head over to   www.straightandcurly.com  or come join the  Straight and Curly group on Facebook . You can find Kelly @kellyexeter and Carly @smaggle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the last episode of 2018 for Kelly and Carly. We'll be back in 2019 with more life improvement hacks.  For today, we're talking about the year that was 2018.  Topics covered -  <ul> <li>What worked</li> <li>What didn't work </li> <li>Things we wished we spent less time on </li> <li>Intentions for 2019 </li> </ul> Have a beautiful and safe holiday season dear S&amp;C listeners - we'll be back in your ears next year! ...   For more info on Kelly and Carly, and to see any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode, head over to   <a href="http://www.straightandcurly.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.straightandcurly.com</a>  or come join the  <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/straightandcurly/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Straight and Curly group on Facebook</a> . You can find Kelly @kellyexeter and Carly @smaggle. See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

121: 2018 Year in Review

This is a topic that pops up often and it's such a broad topic that it's difficult to do condense into a podcast episode... that's not going to stop us trying though!  This week we're focussing on the Martin Seligman (considered the father of Positive Psychology) theory of 'meaning'. He believes meaning has three aspects.   Belonging Serving something beyond yourself Developing the best within youThat's what we're going to work through in today's episode - how these three aspects manifest in our own lives and how we can change our actions to attract more meaning in our lives. ... For more info on Kelly and Carly, and to see any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode, head over to   www.straightandcurly.com  or come join the  Straight and Curly group on Facebook . You can find Kelly @kellyexeter and Carly @smaggle.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a topic that pops up often and it's such a broad topic that it's difficult to do condense into a podcast episode... that's not going to stop us trying though!  This week we're focussing on the Martin Seligman (considered the father of Positive Psychology) theory of 'meaning'. He believes meaning has three aspects.  <ol> <li> Belonging </li> <li> Serving something beyond yourself </li> <li> Developing the best within you </li></ol>That's what we're going to work through in today's episode - how these three aspects manifest in our own lives and how we can change our actions to attract more meaning in our lives.  ...   For more info on Kelly and Carly, and to see any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode, head over to   <a href="http://www.straightandcurly.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.straightandcurly.com</a>  or come join the  <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/straightandcurly/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Straight and Curly group on Facebook</a> . You can find Kelly @kellyexeter and Carly @smaggle.   See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

119: How To Live a Meaningful Life

If you're listening to this podcast you're most probably into self-improvement right? But have you ever thought about the social impact your new health/productivity/exercise routine is having on your social life? This week Kelly and Carly explore the potentially negative aspects of self-improvement.  Topics included -   How to cope when it feels like you're losing people you love in your pursuit of self-improvement  Creating new relationships through self-improvement  Maintaining relationships with people who have different priorities  Doing all of the above things without annoying every person you've ever met ... For more info on Kelly and Carly, and to see any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode, head over to   www.straightandcurly.com  or come join the  Straight and Curly group on Facebook . You can find Kelly @kellyexeter and Carly @smaggle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you're listening to this podcast you're most probably into self-improvement right? But have you ever thought about the social impact your new health/productivity/exercise routine is having on your social life? This week Kelly and Carly explore the potentially negative aspects of self-improvement.  Topics included -  <ul> <li>How to cope when it feels like you're losing people you love in your pursuit of self-improvement </li> <li>Creating new relationships through self-improvement </li> <li>Maintaining relationships with people who have different priorities </li> <li>Doing all of the above things without annoying every person you've ever met </li></ul>...   For more info on Kelly and Carly, and to see any links or resources mentioned in today’s episode, head over to   <a href="http://www.straightandcurly.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.straightandcurly.com</a>  or come join the  <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/straightandcurly/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Straight and Curly group on Facebook</a> . You can find Kelly @kellyexeter and Carly @smaggle. See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

120: The Social Impact of Self Improvement

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