The Smart Girl’s Guide Nichole Lauren
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Honest thoughts from a girl next door. Let’s talk relationships, work, and play. New episode every Tuesday and special guests frequently. Stay smart, girls (and guys)! ✨ Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smartgirls/support
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ONE WEEK FROM MY WEDDING!! How to practice mindfulness to be Present amidst the crazy
It's the final countdown! We are officially one week away from the wedding. And amidst all the last minute planning and honeymoon details,
Nichole shares what she's been learning about mindfulness. It's important to stop and soak up this season to the fullest!
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The Smart Girl's Guide to: Premarital Counseling
"But how do you really feel?" Nichole talks through what to expect from premarital counseling and the best marriage advice she's gotten so far. Plus, what really makes a strong marriage and how to know if your love is "true love."
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Wedding Budgeting 101 & Asking Parents for Money
Money, money, money! We’d be lying if we didn’t say this is the number one thing on everyone’s mind when it comes to wedding planning. And it can be quite the tricky topic. In this episode, Nichole breaks down how much you can expect to spend on each part of your wedding budget, etiquette and traditions on who pays for what, and tips on how to make the money talk with your parents less awkward!
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Our Wedding Design Concepts, Floral Inspiration, and DIY Projects to Save Money
Okay, okay, but what will it look like? The moment of truth, will all the design concepts come together? From rentals to flora design to DIY projects that have cut Nichole‘s budget drastically, she finally feels ready to make this dream come to life!
Amazon wedding must-haves: nicholelaurenphotography.com/blog
Nichole’s florist: Johanna from Simple Stems
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The Smart Girl's Guide to: Bridal & Boudoir Portraits
Bouquets, and bridals, and boudoir, oh my! Another *spicy* episode this week as Nichole talks all about her boudoir session as well as her bridal portraits. Both are a great idea but for different reasons. Listen to the episode, and then head to our instagram for all the behind-the-scenes on what was mentioned this week: instagram.com/smartgirlsguidepodcast.
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*NASH BASH: A Bachelorette Weekend Guide in Nashvile, TN*
Yee-haw! Things are getting WILD this week as Nichole spices things up with a recap of her amazing bachelorette weekend in Nashville, TN. She discusses Nash's must-see's and some important tips for those of you planning your own bachelorette. On the itinerary:
Pure Sweat Sauna Studio: https://puresweatsaunastudio.com/
Bartaco: https://bartaco.com/
Amelia's Flower Truck: https://ameliasflowertruck.com/
White Limozeen Nash: https://www.graduatehotels.com/nashville/restaurant/white-limozeen/
Virgin Hotels Rooftop Pool: https://virginhotels.com/nashville/dine-and-drink/rooftop/
The Parthenon: https://www.nashville.gov/Parks-and-Recreation/Parthenon.aspx
Opryland Hotel: https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bnago-gaylord-opryland-resort-and-convention-center/
Hampton Social: https://www.thehamptonsocial.com/nashville
Liberty Common: http://www.liberty-common.com/
Printer's Alley: https://www.nashvilledowntown.com/go/printers-alley
Jason Aldean's: https://jasonaldeansnashville.com/
Biscuit Love: https://www.biscuitlove.com/
Nashville Murals: https://blushandcamo.com/2018/12/19/the-most-instagram-worthy-spots-in-nashville/
Amazon Wedding Finds: nicholelaurenphotography.com/blog
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Customer Reviews
omg. brides, you need nichole.
hi!!! i’m getting married this year & highly recommend listening to this podcast.
nichole addresses lots of things, including a fear i’ve had about my own wedding day: letting it fly by without really soaking it in & enjoying it!
she shares amazing tips for how to stay mindful + present, and this is exactly what i’ve needed in order to combat anxiety in this season!
thank you, nichole! congrats on being ONE WEEK away from your day!!
So fun to listen to!
I love Nichole’s perspective on wedding planning and just all the things! This is totally a must listen ❤️
Love this Podcast!
Every week when a new episode hits, I look forward to hearing from Nicole. I’m really enjoying Season 2 where she talks all things bridal and it makes me excited to be a future bride myself.