Instructions Not Included

Jeff and Torri
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Together, married couple and first time parents Jeff and Torri explore the uncharted map of life, love, and parenthood in Instructions Not Included. Have you ever wondered how your relationship changes when you have your first baby, or how to balance parenthood with your career? These two are doing the field work day by day and inviting you to learn along with them how to hustle your way through relationships, financial literacy, and parenting and start designing your extraordinary life! Jeff and Torri are the team leaders of their real estate team, The Rise Group. Although they are based in Tampa, they have a network of agents throughout the US! If you're looking for trustworthy and professional agents to help you buy, sell or invest; reach out for a free consultation today https://www.therisegroupre.com/contact Join Elite Builders Today https://www.therisegroupre.com/partner Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jeffandtorri

Episodes

  1. 02/29/2024

    09. Humbled by Hustle Culture

    This week, Jeff and Torri have actually been humbled by yet another string of mild illnesses, but we’re coming back to life to talk about toxic hustle culture and what is truly sustainable in a balanced life. Join us this week as we break down what it really means to practice self care and the inevitable downfall of “the grind”.

    09. Humbled by Hustle Culture

  2. 02/01/2024

    08. It's Not About the Pasta

    It’s Thursday again, and that means Jeff and Torri are back to grace your eardrums! This week we talk about balancing household responsibilities and defining the roles in marriage and parenting in a way that works best for you, even if (sometimes especially if) it’s not what you grew up seeing.

    08. It's Not About the Pasta

  3. 01/25/2024

    07. The Road to Identity - Finding Our Way as First Gens in America

    This week’s episode takes a heartfelt look at how much of who we are is tied to the place from where we hail. Jeff and Torri talk candidly about their very different experiences as 1st generation Filipinos in America and how their upbringings impacted their connection to their culture.

    07. The Road to Identity - Finding Our Way as First Gens in America

  4. 01/18/2024

    06. Life Happens - Our 2023 Wrap Up/Return from Hiatus

    It’s 2024, the holidays are over, and Jeff and Torri are BACK! We took a little break to spend time with family, find a better balance, and grab any opportunity possible to nap, but we missed you all and we’re so happy you’re here. Join us for our first (slightly delayed, we know!) episode of the year as we reflect on the year behind us, the year ahead of us, and everything in between.

    06. Life Happens - Our 2023 Wrap Up/Return from Hiatus

  5. 11/30/2023

    05. When Baby’s Away, Mom & Dad Will Play (An Intimacy Question Game)

    Are you looking for a fun and meaningful way to fill the newfound silence in your home after your baby starts daycare? Maybe you strive to always be improving communication with your partner, with or without kids in the mix. This week, Jeff and Torri do just that by answering each other’s intimacy question cards (link in show notes!) to discover an even deeper connection within their relationship. Join us in this special episode that will get you thinking about sex, friendship, and romance in a more nuanced way. Link to Best Self: Intmacy Cards - https://www.amazon.com/Intimacy-Deck-BestSelf-Conversation-Vulnerability/dp/B07W1PVNFC/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=ZIC57TK2TUC9&keywords=intimacy%2Bcard&qid=1701315930&sprefix=intamcy%2Bcard%2Caps%2C96&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1

    05. When Baby’s Away, Mom & Dad Will Play (An Intimacy Question Game)

  6. 11/16/2023

    04. Is College Necessary for Success in Today’s World?

    Weighing the benefits of higher education against the practicalities of pursuing alternative paths has never been more relevant. In this week’s episode, Jeff and Torri share their own experiences with the pursuit of the college degree, for better or worse. Join us as we unpack the ever-changing definition of “success” and how society may now rank passion above income.

    04. Is College Necessary for Success in Today’s World?

  7. 11/09/2023

    03. Money Doesn't Have to Be Scary

    Talking about money in general can be uncomfortable, let alone sharing your financial fears with your partner. This week Jeff and Torri talk about destigmatizing debt, adjusting the financial dynamics within your relationship, and how fiscal habits may relate directly to your childhood. Join us for an honest conversation that will empower you to break generational cycles and foster a healthy relationship with money. Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jeffandtorri

    03. Money Doesn't Have to Be Scary

  8. 11/02/2023

    02. When You're Finally Ready

    Are you tired of everyone asking you when you’re going to have kids? A lot goes into the pregnancy journey, and most of it is kept quiet. In this week’s episode, Jeff and Torri speak openly about their own personal road to parenthood, as well as commonly stigmatized issues including managing the disappointment of not getting pregnant right away, the differences in the emotional impact on each partner, and how actively trying to conceive may affect your friendships. **Trigger Warning - Pregnancy, Infertility, Miscarriage

    02. When You're Finally Ready

  9. 10/25/2023

    01. But What If It All Works Out?

    On this debut episode of Instructions Not Included, we get to know hosts Jeff and Torri as they share how their professional and personal experiences have taught them to embrace their fears as stepping stones to realized successes. Join us as we dive into transitioning from corporate life to entrepreneurship, overcoming self doubt, and how to support (and accept support from!) your partner in work and in life.

    01. But What If It All Works Out?
  • 9 Episodes

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Together, married couple and first time parents Jeff and Torri explore the uncharted map of life, love, and parenthood in Instructions Not Included. Have you ever wondered how your relationship changes when you have your first baby, or how to balance parenthood with your career? These two are doing the field work day by day and inviting you to learn along with them how to hustle your way through relationships, financial literacy, and parenting and start designing your extraordinary life! Jeff and Torri are the team leaders of their real estate team, The Rise Group. Although they are based in Tampa, they have a network of agents throughout the US! If you're looking for trustworthy and professional agents to help you buy, sell or invest; reach out for a free consultation today https://www.therisegroupre.com/contact Join Elite Builders Today https://www.therisegroupre.com/partner Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jeffandtorri

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