13 episodes

Sometimes I need to talk things out, be imperfect, and talk honestly about the reality of life. Join me as I talk about what's going on and figure things out (or not) in real time. There's no obligation for this to be anything other than "Hey, it's Monday and my kids are shouting in the background and they want to know, what happens when we die? Okay, the end." Let's talk.

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    • Society & Culture
    • 5.0 • 9 Ratings

Sometimes I need to talk things out, be imperfect, and talk honestly about the reality of life. Join me as I talk about what's going on and figure things out (or not) in real time. There's no obligation for this to be anything other than "Hey, it's Monday and my kids are shouting in the background and they want to know, what happens when we die? Okay, the end." Let's talk.

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    13: When More Self-Discipline Isn't The Answer

    13: When More Self-Discipline Isn't The Answer

    Does self-discipline work? Sometimes yes, but lately for me, and especially during the pandemic, it's not cutting it. Hustle culture, burnout, and heaping more "discipline" on top of me like an overactive bootcamp coach isn't getting me to do any of the things I want to do. Here's what's working for me instead.


    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sarahkpeck.substack.com

    • 7 min
    12: Try It And See

    12: Try It And See

    If you're ever stuck or waffling in a decision, here's a phrase and a short-hand that I love that helps remind me to take action: "Try it and see." It's something I use when I don't know whether or not to do something. (It doesn't work in ALL instances, but it certainly helps when I'm stuck.)


    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sarahkpeck.substack.com

    • 2 min
    11: Getting Out Of A Rut

    11: Getting Out Of A Rut

    How do you get out of a rut? When you're stuck at home, with children or without your brain (or BOTH), how do you get back into a groove and find your way? This episode is for anyone that feels anxious, stressed out, overwhelmed, or unable to complete a to-do list. I'm taking the view that it's time to learn and adapt to our situation, and figure out the best strategies for us as individuals and how we get through this.

    For me, some quick wins for getting out of a rut include:


    Taking a shower (or just washing my face).
    Brushing my teeth.
    Short stints of exercise—like five minutes or less, or even one downward facing dog.
    Journaling.
    Reading a book until I feel clear again.
    Calling a friend, or texting a friend.
    Small cues, like a scented candle or perfume.

    In this episode, I'll talk about how to get started again even if the day is bananas, and how to get started on a project, crappily, if it's been a while since you've made anything. In short? Creativity is a huge boon, and if you can pick something super small and do it four times, you'll feel better soon. 

    If you want to leave a voice note response to this episode, go to anchor.fm/sarahkpeck and leave a note. Or you can comment on the blog post at sarahkpeck.com/lets-talk-11 and let me know what YOU do to get out of a rut.


    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sarahkpeck.substack.com

    • 11 min
    10: Saying Good Morning

    10: Saying Good Morning

    I don't know about you, but I'm finding it mighty hard to even get started in the morning. I know these last episodes have all been about finding patterns and rituals amidst the madness, and it's for a reason—finding my new normal (or a sense of it) is all I feel like I can do right now.

    Lately the strangest thing has been happening: I'm finding myself drawn towards social media, and wanting to connect more. So every morning, I've been sharing a small snippet of my morning routine on my Facebook page, and it's turned into my virtual coffee shop. Listen in for how it all works, and why it's helping me so much right now.


    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sarahkpeck.substack.com

    • 8 min
    09: Perfume, Coffee, Candle, Lipstick

    09: Perfume, Coffee, Candle, Lipstick

    Making sense of days that make no sense requires new patterns, habits, and routines. For me, trying to muddle through the cacophony of work and children and non-stop days at home is very, very challenging to my brain. So, to help, I’ve been building small rituals into the day to start to cue myself that yes, work is happening now, and yes, it’s a new day.

    Some of my favorite “cues” are things that happen every day at the same time, that have a sensory component to them, and that remind me of something familiar. For this reason, perfume, coffee, candles, and lipstick all help remind me that yes, I’m a human, and yes, I might be able to do a little bit of stuff today.


    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sarahkpeck.substack.com

    • 16 min
    08: A Few More Tiny Habits

    08: A Few More Tiny Habits

    Every morning lately, I’ve been posting a selfie to my Facebook page and my Instagram page. Right now it feels like going to the coffee shop—I get to pop in, say good morning to people all around the world, check-in with my neighbors and parents and friends, and then start the day.

    In any other moment of my life, I would not have said that going on social media first thing would help me be more productive, but right now is not a normal time. So, from my quarantined home in New York City, I’ve found a new way to say hello to people in the morning, and it’s making my day so much better. These tiny habits are anchoring my day and creating a structure that’s incredibly helpful.

    In this episode, I’ll share a few more tiny habits I’m using to anchor me throughout this. Plus, I would love to hear what you are up to! What tiny rituals or habits are getting you through these strange times? Go leave a note on my blog at sarahkpeck.com


    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sarahkpeck.substack.com

    • 8 min

Customer Reviews

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9 Ratings

9 Ratings

Catherine Orr ,

So smart. So useful. So easy to listen to.

Sometimes I think Sarah might be in my head. Her content is almost always exactly what I need to hear. So smart. So useful. So easy to listen to. Thank you!

Buckethead1986 ,

Genuine and Insightful

Sarah has a way of speaking that is so open and inviting that you’ll try to join the conversation, forgetting that it’s a podcast.
Every topic she talks about is explored with warmth and honesty. Ideas are expanded upon, questions are encouraged, and you can feel the genuine enthusiasm she has for connecting with people, even (and especially) during challenging times like these.

I can’t recommend Sarah Peck highly enough.

Ellerbell5 ,

Great Listen

This is just what I needed these days. Sarah is so easy to listen to, just love her. Thanks!

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