EP 10 - Sobriety & Love: How Quitting Alcohol Made Us Closer
Release Date: 01/29/2025
EP 10 - Sobriety & Love: How Quitting Alcohol Made Us Closer
YOUniverse Podcast
Four years ago, we made the life-changing decision to embrace sobriety together—and it transformed our relationship in ways we never imagined. In this episode, my boyfriend (Chris) and I open up about our journey to an alcohol-free life, the challenges we faced, and how sobriety has deepened our connection, communication, and overall happiness. Whether you're considering quitting alcohol, navigating sobriety in a relationship, or simply curious about the benefits of a sober lifestyle, we share our personal experiences and insights to inspire and encourage you. ✨ Join the conversation!...
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EP 9 - New Year, New Plan: Why Vision Boards Fail Without Financial Value Strategy
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🎯 Kick off the New Year with a vision board that truly works! In this episode of the YOUniverse Podcast, I’m sharing how I tie my annual goal board to my financial values, inspired by David Bach’s . Discover how to: ✅ Identify your top 5 values. ✅ Set detailed, measurable, and achievable goals. ✅ Align your financial plan with your life’s purpose. ✅ Take actionable steps within 48 hours to make progress. ✅ Foster open and productive financial discussions with your partner. By grounding your goal board in a purpose-focused financial plan, you’ll not only achieve your...
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EP 8 - Double Standards: Challenges Women Navigate In Society
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In this episode of the YOUniverse Podcast, we explore the barriers women face in academic, professional, and intimate environments. From navigating double standards and financial independence to fostering resilient relationships and redefining intimacy, Shanleigh shares personal stories and insights on breaking societal molds. Join us for a candid conversation about advocating for your worth, embracing authenticity, and creating a more equitable future.
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EP 7 - The Gift of Being Present: A Thanksgiving Special
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In this Thanksgiving special of the YOUniverse Podcast, Shanleigh reflects on the beauty of simple holiday traditions and the power of being present. Through heartfelt stories of family, connection, and childhood memories, she explores how technology has changed our ability to savor life’s moments and challenges us to embrace intentionality this holiday season. Tune in for gentle reminders to slow down, cherish what truly matters, and rediscover the magic of the moment.
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EP 6 - Prioritize Yourself
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In Episode 6 of the YOUniverse Podcast, Shanleigh explores the importance of prioritizing oneself amidst life’s endless demands. Reflecting on her personal experiences as a flight attendant, personal trainer, and behavioral health coach, she shares the challenges of maintaining physical and mental wellness in a sedentary 9-5 lifestyle. Through techniques like reframing negative self-talk, journaling, and embracing change, Shanleigh offers practical tools for navigating life’s storms and shares how accountability and discipline can transform self-care into a fulfilling journey.
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EP 5 - De-escalation Communication
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In this episode of the YOUniverse Podcast, Shanleigh explores the art of de-escalation communication, offering practical techniques for handling conflict gracefully in personal, professional, and family relationships. From using “I” statements to leading with empathy, Shanleigh provides actionable strategies for reducing tension and promoting healthy dialogue. Tune in to learn how mindful communication can transform challenging conversations into opportunities for connection.
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EP 4 - Professional Basics
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In this episode of the YOUniverse Podcast, Shanleigh discusses basic strategies for maintaining professionalism in various aspects of career development including: networking, job offer negotiations, effective interviewing, punctuality, and dressing for success. Through real-life scenarios, listeners gain actionable advice on building quality connections, negotiating confidently, preparing for interviews, staying punctual, and dressing appropriately to make lasting, positive impressions in the workplace.
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EP 3 - An ode to my thirties
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EP 3 focuses on the evolution of perspective in the early twenties through the end of them and how your perspective leaning into you thirties can set the tone for all that's yet to come. Here, you'll receive little bits of advice that I wish I would've had while also normalizing being an outlier in today's societal norms.
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EP 2 - Finding Yourself While Finding Your People
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In this episode of YOUniverse Podcast, Shanleigh dives into the challenges of navigating trauma and its effect on personal identity. She explores how past experiences shape present behaviors and offers insights on breaking free from those patterns through self-reflection, seeking help, and open conversations. Shanleigh highlights the importance of setting healthy boundaries, embracing change, and finding yourself—while ultimately attracting the right people to join you on your journey of growth.
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EP 1 - Lying to yourself
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Concepts and consequences of lying to ourselves. Why we do it, why we should stop, and how we can start changing it.
info_outlineFour years ago, we made the life-changing decision to embrace sobriety together—and it transformed our relationship in ways we never imagined. In this episode, my boyfriend (Chris) and I open up about our journey to an alcohol-free life, the challenges we faced, and how sobriety has deepened our connection, communication, and overall happiness.
Whether you're considering quitting alcohol, navigating sobriety in a relationship, or simply curious about the benefits of a sober lifestyle, we share our personal experiences and insights to inspire and encourage you.
✨ Join the conversation! Share your thoughts or your own sobriety journey in the comments below.
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