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Stacey and Krista Ursulescu

Stacey and Krista are two average Canadian sisters in their 40s with pretty average lives but with plenty to say! Join us as we dive into all the twists and turns life throws our way with the humor and grace only sisters can bring. We keep it real but lighthearted, sharing everything from our health journeys, fitness, travel, money, and childhood memories. We will end our podcast each week with our wellness check-in with our regular segment Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Expect lots of laughs and relatable moments with the two sisters you didn't know you had.

  1. 3D AGO

    Episode 65: Setting Healthy Boundaries - How we Protect our Energy and Peace

    Show Notes Template Episode Summary This episode explores the importance of boundaries, self-care, and energy management through personal stories and practical exercises. Krista and Stacey share insights on maintaining authentic relationships, coping strategies, and self-growth, offering valuable tools for navigating life's challenges. As alWays, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Keywords Boundaries, self-care, energy management, personal growth, relationships, mental health, boundary exercises, self-awareness, authentic living Chapters 00:00 The Excitement of Space Exploration 01:42 Navigating Family Crises and Vulnerability 03:37 Understanding Boundaries and Personal Growth 05:09 Energetic Boundaries and Self-Awareness 08:06 Fluid Relationships and Trust 13:11 Alignment and Authenticity in Relationships 16:05 Revisiting Lessons from the Let Them Theory Book 18:08 Self-Care Practices 23:31 Peaks, pits, and plans Resources Episode 40: Slow Readers Book Club - Insights and Reflections from The Let Them Theory   Connect with Us!  We love hearing from you We share more of our lives and extra behind the scenes content on our Instagram account Instagram and Threads: @sisterssocialcall Krista Pura Vida Hair Co.  FB: https://www.facebook.com/krista.ursulescu?mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Insta: @krista_ursulescu Tiktok @kristaursulescu   https://www.tiktok.com/@kristaursulescu?_t=ZM-8t1KmIzGEVy&_r=1 Blooms and Brushstrokes - Krista's watercolor painting channel https://youtube.com/@kristaursulescu?si=zP-EqvurzM2pJArQ   Stacey www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-ursulescu-4189b1170   Music by Ievgen Poltavskyi from Pixabay

    34 min
  2. MAR 30

    Episode 64: Navigating family crisis - Online scams & creating boundaries

    Episode Summary In this heartfelt episode, sisters Stacey and Krista share their ongoing journey navigating their father's crypto scam, recovery scam, and addiction. They discuss the emotional impact, boundary setting, family dynamics, and hope for recovery, offering insights into handling complex family crises with boundaries, honesty, and resilience. As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Keywords Family crisis, crypto scam, recovery scam, addiction, boundaries, family support, mental health, recovery, sibling support Chapters Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Family Crisis 08:47 The Role of Boundaries 25:01 Confronting Betrayal: A Daughter's Pain 28:07 Grieving the Father We Once Knew 32:00 Peaks, pits and plans   Connect with Us!  We love hearing from you We share more of our lives and extra behind the scenes content on our Instagram account Instagram and Threads: @sisterssocialcall   Krista Pura Vida Hair Co.  FB: https://www.facebook.com/krista.ursulescu?mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Insta: @krista_ursulescu Tiktok @kristaursulescu   https://www.tiktok.com/@kristaursulescu?_t=ZM-8t1KmIzGEVy&_r=1 Blooms and Brushstrokes - Krista's watercolor painting channel https://youtube.com/@kristaursulescu?si=zP-EqvurzM2pJArQ   Stacey www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-ursulescu-4189b1170   Music by Ievgen Poltavskyi from Pixabay   Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay

    44 min
  3. MAR 23

    Episode 63: Media Club - What We Are Reading, Watching, and Binging

    Episode Summary Join Krista and Stacey as they share their latest reads, binge-worthy shows, and personal updates, including book reviews, reality TV insights, and life updates. This episode offers a mix of entertainment, book recommendations, and heartfelt moments perfect for fans of romance, reality TV, and personal connections. As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Keywords book reviews, romance novels, Rebel Blue Ranch Series, Author Lyla Sage, Love is Blind, Drive to Survive, Age of Attraction, sisterhood, personal updates, TV reviews, book club, reality TV Chapters 00:00 Sisterly Catch-Up and Daily Updates 04:43 Book Club Highlights: Rebel Blue Ranch Series 07:34 Reading in Public: Overcoming Awkwardness 09:35 Krista's Travel Read: Eat, Pray, Love 11:04 Upcoming Reads: Not in My Book and Between Sisters 14:18 Reality TV Review: Love is Blind Season Recap 26:51 Reflections on New Dating Show: Age of Attraction 31:54 Peaks, Pits, and Plans: Personal Updates Connect with Us!  We love hearing from you We share more of our lives and extra behind the scenes content on our Instagram account Instagram and Threads: @sisterssocialcall Krista Pura Vida Hair Co.  FB: https://www.facebook.com/krista.ursulescu?mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Insta: @krista_ursulescu Tiktok @kristaursulescu   https://www.tiktok.com/@kristaursulescu?_t=ZM-8t1KmIzGEVy&_r=1 Blooms and Brushstrokes - Krista's watercolor painting channel https://youtube.com/@kristaursulescu?si=zP-EqvurzM2pJArQ   Stacey www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-ursulescu-4189b1170 Music by Ievgen Poltavskyi from Pixabay

    39 min
  4. MAR 16

    Episode 62: Thailand Highlights

    Episode Summary Krista shares her transformative travel experience in Thailand, highlighting cultural insights, adventures, and personal growth moments. Discover her journey from Bangkok to Chiang Mai and Koh Lanta, including her visit to the 24-hour flower market, an ethical elephant sanctuary, a Thai cooking class, and a Muary Thai fight.    As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Keywords Travel, Thailand, Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Koh Lanta, Elephant Sanctuary, Muay Thai, Cultural Experience, Personal Growth, Adventure Chapters 00:00 Exploring Bangkok: The Electric City 14:35 Krissy's ethical elephant sanctuary experience 23:23 Relaxation and Adventure in Koh Lanta 26:09 Packing for Thailand: Lessons Learned 28:43 Travel Tales: The Underwear Incident 32:37 Peaks, Pits, and Plans Resources Elephant Nature Park Sukho Cuisine Connect with Us!  We love hearing from you We share more of our lives and extra behind the scenes content on our Instagram account Instagram and Threads: @sisterssocialcall Krista Pura Vida Hair Co.  FB: https://www.facebook.com/krista.ursulescu?mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Insta: @krista_ursulescu Tiktok @kristaursulescu   https://www.tiktok.com/@kristaursulescu?_t=ZM-8t1KmIzGEVy&_r=1 Blooms and Brushstrokes - Krista's watercolor painting channel https://youtube.com/@kristaursulescu?si=zP-EqvurzM2pJArQ   Stacey www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-ursulescu-4189b1170   Music by Ievgen Poltavskyi from Pixabay

    46 min
  5. MAR 9

    Episode 61: To Ink or Not to Ink - Stacey and Krista Talk Tattoos

    Show Notes Template Episode Summary In this episode, Stacey and Krista discuss their views on tattoos, cultural perceptions, and the importance of self-expression. Krista shares her profound experience of getting a sacred Yantra tattoo in Thailand, exploring its spiritual significance, ceremonial process, and personal meaning. As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Keywords Tattooing, Thailand, Sacred Yantra, Spirituality, Personal Growth, Cultural Practices, Body Art, Tattoo Ceremony, Self-Expression, Personal Stories Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Vacation Vibes 01:06 Krista's Tattoo Journey and Personal Stories 11:41 Discovering Sacred Yantra Tattoos in Thailand 14:21 The Ceremony and Meaning Behind the Yantra Tattoo 19:05 The Tattooing Process and Spiritual Rituals 21:14 Reflections on the Significance of the Tattoo 25:57 Peaks, Pits, and Plans Resources Krista got her tattoo done at Ajahn Neng Sak Yant Tattoo Connect with Us!  We love hearing from you We share more of our lives and extra behind the scenes content on our Instagram account Instagram and Threads: @sisterssocialcall   Krista Pura Vida Hair Co.  FB: https://www.facebook.com/krista.ursulescu?mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Insta: @krista_ursulescu Tiktok @kristaursulescu   https://www.tiktok.com/@kristaursulescu?_t=ZM-8t1KmIzGEVy&_r=1 Blooms and Brushstrokes - Krista's watercolor painting channel https://youtube.com/@kristaursulescu?si=zP-EqvurzM2pJArQ   Stacey www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-ursulescu-4189b1170 Music by Ievgen Poltavskyi from Pixabay

    31 min
  6. MAR 2

    Episode 60: Olympic Fever

    Show Notes Template Episode Summary In this episode, Stacey and Krista discuss their love for the Olympics, sharing personal memories and experiences related to the games. They reflect on the excitement of watching various sports, the impact of the Olympics on global unity, and even touch on some controversies surrounding Olympic fashion.  As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Keywords Olympics, Winter Olympics, sports, personal experiences, travel, fashion, controversies, memories, athletes, Canada, Milan, Cortena, 2030, France, speed skating, hockey, snowboard, luge, figure skating, bobsled, skeleton, curling Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Olympic Excitement 01:37 Stacey's Personal Olympic Memories 05:44 Different Perspectives on the Olympics 08:27 Dreams of Attending the Olympics 10:56 Winter Sports and Their Thrills 14:00 Controversies and Fashion at the Olympics 16:53 Celebrating Olympic Achievements 17:59 Peaks, Pits, and Plans Resources I fact checked myself about curling being first played at the Nagano Olympics.  Well this is sorta true.  Curling was played at the 1924, 1932, 1988, and 1992 Olympics.  It was finally added to the official program for the 1998 Olympics in Nagano.  Connect with Us!  We love hearing from you We share more of our lives and extra behind the scenes content on our Instagram account Instagram and Threads: @sisterssocialcall Krista Pura Vida Hair Co.  FB: https://www.facebook.com/krista.ursulescu?mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Insta: @krista_ursulescu Tiktok @kristaursulescu   https://www.tiktok.com/@kristaursulescu?_t=ZM-8t1KmIzGEVy&_r=1 Blooms and Brushstrokes - Krista's watercolor painting channel https://youtube.com/@kristaursulescu?si=zP-EqvurzM2pJArQ   Stacey www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-ursulescu-4189b1170   Music by Ievgen Poltavskyi from Pixabay

    30 min
  7. FEB 16

    Episode 58: Vacation Mode - Stacey is on the road and Krista is on the Countdown

    Episode Summary In this episode, Krista and Stacey discuss their travel plans, focusing on Krista's upcoming trip to Thailand and Stacey's current trip to Vancouver Island and Victoria, British Columbia. They share travel tips, cultural insights, and health preparations, while also reflecting on their personal experiences and the joys of travel. The conversation highlights the importance of planning, cultural awareness, and the excitement of exploring new places. As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Keywords Travel, Thailand, Victoria, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, travel tips, cultural insights, packing strategies, health and safety, podcast, sisters, vacation Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Technical Challenges 02:07 Exploring Victoria: Travel Insights and Tips 04:59 Planning for Thailand: Krista's Travel Preparations 11:24 Health and Safety: Vaccinations for Travel 15:42 Cultural Insights: Fun Facts About Thailand 20:51 Packing Essentials for Travel 23:00 Travel Tips and Tricks 26:55 Excitement for Thailand 27:32 Staying Connected Abroad 30:06 Peaks, Pits, and Plans Resources Goodfood: Canadian owned and made mealkits: Use this code to receive up to $153 OFF their first 4 orders! https://www.makegoodfood.ca/en/referred-by/l2778547?utm_source=link Episode 8: 2025 Travel plans, tips, and tricks Episode 25: Hair: The Summer Episode Grab Thailand App - for transportation eSim card Connect with Us!  We love hearing from you We share more of our lives and extra behind the scenes content on our Instagram account Instagram and Threads: @sisterssocialcall Krista Pura Vida Hair Co.  FB: https://www.facebook.com/krista.ursulescu?mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr Insta: @krista_ursulescu Tiktok @kristaursulescu   https://www.tiktok.com/@kristaursulescu?_t=ZM-8t1KmIzGEVy&_r=1 Blooms and Brushstrokes - Krista's watercolor painting channel https://youtube.com/@kristaursulescu?si=zP-EqvurzM2pJArQ   Stacey www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-ursulescu-4189b1170   Music by Ievgen Poltavskyi from Pixabay

    42 min
5
out of 5
7 Ratings

About

Stacey and Krista are two average Canadian sisters in their 40s with pretty average lives but with plenty to say! Join us as we dive into all the twists and turns life throws our way with the humor and grace only sisters can bring. We keep it real but lighthearted, sharing everything from our health journeys, fitness, travel, money, and childhood memories. We will end our podcast each week with our wellness check-in with our regular segment Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Expect lots of laughs and relatable moments with the two sisters you didn't know you had.

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