Scenic Route, Social Change and Mental Health Conversations for Perfectionists
Forget the fast lane! The Scenic Route is where perfectionists slow down, get better, and create real change. We explore:Mental health wisdom (minus toxic positivity)Social change (that starts from within)System critiques (with actionable solutions)Inner wisdom (over external validation)Mindfulness for minimalists (no crystals required) Join Jennifer Walter, sociologist (MASoc UCC) and recovering perfectionist, for weekly conversations that blend critical thinking with oh-so-much compassion. Whether you're questioning everything or trying to find peace amongst the chaos, you'll find space here for your inner voice, mindset, mental health, and collective change — you're in the right place. We make space for both personal healing and collective change — with a side of potty humour. New episodes drop every Tuesday. The longest way round is the shortest way home – and that's exactly why we're taking the Scenic Route. Ready to walk the scenic route? The view here is *chef's kiss.*
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Feeling Behind in Life? You're Not Alone: Redefining Success as a Millennial in 2025
If you"ve ever had that gut-wrenching feeling of being behind in life, wondering "What am I doing with my life?" – trust me, you"re not alone. In fact, you"re part of a generation grappling with redefining success in a world that looks radically different from the one our parents knew. In this raw episode, we fearless
Think you know quality fashion? Get ready to upgrade your shopping game. Today, we"re diving deep into the world of ethical fashion with Lora Gene, who"s challenging our perception of luxury and inviting us to be part of a mindful fashion revolution that values both people and the planet. B Corp certified fashion busin
From your weather app"s borders to the "ancient traditions" invented last century, nationalism shapes our world in ways so subtle we rarely notice them. Join us for an eye-opening exploration of how modern nations make their power invisible (yup, not looking at people waving flags at sports events...) — and learn prac
Feeling overwhelmed by the state of the world? You"re not alone, and more importantly – it"s not your fault. In this episode, we"re diving into the hidden forces behind your political exhaustion and uncovering practical strategies to stay engaged without burning out. What you"ll discover:The shocking truth about inform
In this episode, we"re diving deep into the loneliness epidemic hitting millennials and Gen X harder than any generation before. Spoiler alert: it"s not just your busy schedule or endless TikTok scrolling that"s the problem. What You"ll Discover:The shocking stats about loneliness in your 30s and 40s (and why it"s not
Are you exhausted from being everyone"s emotional support human? In this game-changing episode, we"re unpacking how being "nice" became a cage and why embracing wild kindness might be your key to freedom. Drawing from bell hooks" radical vision of love and Pierre Bourdieu"s social theory, we explore:How society weaponi
