You Handled That Perfectly™

You Handled That Perfectly™ with Kelly Avalon + Carly Cruickshank

Two San Diego natives, childhood best friends, and dynamic entrepreneurs, Kelly Avalon and Carly Cruickshank, share their journey through entrepreneurship, motherhood, and life. Together, Kelly and Carly bring their unique perspectives to the table, discussing everything from the challenges of starting and running successful businesses to the joys and struggles of raising children. Join them as they navigate their 40s with wisdom and humor. In each episode, they'll tackle topics relating to entrepreneurship, family-life, self-love, and building a community.

  1. APR 30

    Survival Mode Series, Part 2

    Mood Unpredictability Let’s talk about something that doesn’t get named very often. You know that moment when he walks in the room and within about five seconds you can tell what kind of night it’s going to be? Nothing dramatic has happened. No big fight. No slammed doors. Just a subtle shift in energy. And suddenly, you’re adjusting. You’re a little softer. A little quieter. Maybe you wait before bringing something up. Not because you’re weak or scared, but because you’re reading the room. And sometimes… the room is your husband. A lot of women tell themselves, “Maybe I’m just too sensitive.” But here’s what we’ve learned: when someone’s moods are unpredictable, your nervous system doesn’t ignore that. It adapts. You start soft-launching conversations instead of saying what you really want to say. You wait for “a good moment” that may or may not ever come. You rehearse things in your head. You add extra explanation so you won’t be misunderstood. You keep things lighter than you actually feel because you’re not sure how they’ll land. That’s not being dramatic. That’s being strategic. And over time, it’s exhausting. The hardest part isn’t even the bad mood itself. It’s not knowing which version you’re going to get. When something is consistently difficult, at least you know how to brace for it. You know how to prepare. But unpredictability keeps you scanning. Is this a safe moment? Should I wait? Is this going to turn into something bigger? That low-level hyper-awareness doesn’t shut off. It follows you around. And then you wonder why you feel tired all the time. If you’ve noticed yourself overthinking more, over-explaining more, or avoiding certain conversations altogether, that didn’t happen by accident. If you feel like you’ve slowly edited parts of your personality to keep the peace, that didn’t come out of nowhere either. You didn’t wake up one day and decide to be “too much.” You adapted to patterns that didn’t feel steady. That makes sense. Of course you adjusted. Most of us do. And just to gently reframe this: you don’t need perfection. You don’t need someone who is upbeat 24/7. You don’t need a partner without emotions. You need consistency. You need conversations that don’t feel like a gamble. You need reactions that aren’t wildly different from one day to the next. You need to be able to bring something up without first scanning for impact. Not perfect. Just steady. If this feels familiar, we just want you to know you’re not crazy for noticing it. You’re not dramatic for feeling the tension. And you’re not asking for too much by wanting emotional steadiness. Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do isn’t fix it immediately. It’s simply recognizing the pattern and giving yourself permission to name it. In case no one told you today, You Handled That Perfectly. ⁠Post by Jay Tibbs⁠ referenced in the episode Check out: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™ Playlist on Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    26 min

  2. APR 15

    Survival Mode Series, Part 1

    Feeling Dismissed. In Part 1 of our Survival Mode Series, we’re unpacking one of the most common disconnects in relationships: feeling dismissed. Why does it happen, why does it leave us stuck in survival mode, and what actually helps? We’re diving into the difference between fixing and connecting, and how small shifts can help both partners feel more seen, heard, and understood. For more on the Love Language quiz mentioned, check out our Quizisode Episode or take The Official Love Language® Test. Check out: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™ Playlist on Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠

    27 min

  3. APR 1

    Phone Addiction

    In this episode, we’re talking about something almost all of us deal with: our relationship with our phones. Be honest… have you ever picked up your phone to check one thing—and suddenly it’s 42 minutes later and you have no idea what just happened? Same. Our phones help us run businesses, stay connected, and manage everyday life—but they also quietly take up more space than we realize. The average American spends over 4.5 hours a day on their phone… that’s more than 70 full days a year. Wild, right? We’re diving into: Why our phones feel so hard to put downThe subtle ways phone use shows up in everyday lifeHow men and women tend to use their phones differentlyThe science behind the dopamine hits that keep us scrollingWhy this isn’t just a “Gen Z problem”And how awareness—not restriction—is the first step to changeThis isn’t about shaming or quitting your phone cold turkey. It’s about noticing the patterns, understanding the pull, and creating a little more space for the moments that actually matter. Because the best parts of life usually aren’t happening on a screen—they’re happening right in front of us. And if you’re listening while scrolling… we get it. We’re right there with you. Maybe today, we all just put the phone down five minutes sooner. In case no one told you today—You Handled That Perfectly. 🤍 Resources & Discounts: ✨ Get 10% off somatic courses from The Workout Witch using ⁠our link⁠ or code YOUHANDLEDTHATPERFECTLY at checkout Check out: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™ Playlist on Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠

    42 min

  4. MAR 18

    Kindness Certified

    In today’s episode, we’re doing something a little extra meaningful—we’re participating in Podcasthon, a global podcast movement where creators use their platforms to support causes that matter. For this episode, we’re highlighting an organization that aligns deeply with our values: Kids for Peace. As a Kindness Certified company, this isn’t just a feature for us—it’s a reflection of how we live, parent, and show up in the world. We’re diving into: What it actually means to be “Kindness Certified” (and how it shows up in real life) Why kindness is something we actively practice—not just talk about The incredible work Kids for Peace is doing in schools around the world How their student-led programs teach empathy, leadership, and emotional awareness The real impact of kindness in schools, communities, and even academic success We also talk about why teaching kindness to our kids matters more than ever—and how small, intentional actions can create a ripple effect far beyond what we see. Because kindness isn’t soft—it’s powerful. And when we model it, practice it, and share it, we’re raising humans who know how to navigate the world with empathy and confidence. Want to support or get involved? Kids for Peace 20th Anniversary Gala⁠⁠Kindness Certified Companies⁠⁠Become Kindness Certified⁠⁠Get Involved with Kids for Peace⁠Even the smallest actions can make a big impact. ✨ You don’t need a platform to make a difference—you just need intention. Check out: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™ Playlist on Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    52 min

  5. MAR 11

    Friendships

    Adult friendship can feel surprisingly complicated — especially in the busy season of life many women in their 30s and 40s find themselves in. In this episode of You Handled That Perfectly, we’re unpacking the realities of adult friendship: why making and maintaining friendships feels harder now, how friendships naturally evolve over time, and the emotional layers of guilt, grief, and shifting expectations that can come with it. We talk about the idea of reason, season, and lifetime friendships, the reality of the “catch-up friend,” and what to do when you feel like you’re always the one initiating plans. We also explore how friendship dynamics show up in parenting — from watching our kids navigate their own friendships to navigating situations where you're friends with the parent but the kids don’t click. Finally, we talk about the awkward but very real experience of making new friends in your 40s — where those friendships often start and how to build meaningful connection without forcing depth. If adult friendship has ever felt confusing, lonely, or different than it used to, this conversation is a reminder that you’re not behind — friendships just evolve. Check out: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™ Playlist on Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    1h 17m

  6. FEB 26

    Organization & (Physical) Clutter

    Clearing the Clutter That Creates Overwhelm This week we’re talking about real-life organization - not perfection - and the clutter that makes life feel heavier than it needs to. We share why clutter builds, how it connects to mental load, and simple shifts that create relief instead of pressure. If you feel overwhelmed, start small - one space, one reset, one simple system. Check out: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™ Playlist on Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    1h 7m

  7. FEB 11

    One Year!

    In this special episode, we’re celebrating ONE YEAR of You Handled That Perfectly! 💛 We’re taking a moment to reflect, re-introduce ourselves, share why this podcast exists, what the name really means, and what’s coming next for our community. Most importantly, we’re saying thank you — because this space wouldn’t exist without you. Why We Started This Podcast We created You Handled That Perfectly to build the kind of community we couldn’t find. A space for: • Support• Encouragement• Humor• Real life• Moms in the same phase of life• Women who want to feel seen What “You Handled That Perfectly” Really Means Perfect isn’t real — but doing your best is.Handling life with love, effort, presence, and intention is perfect. What’s Coming Next • Community Office Hours — real connection, real conversations• Join our Facebook Group to stay in the loop and get involved• More growth, more community, more fun this year 💖 Check out: Hold Space - article by Rebekah/Brave Tutu ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™ Playlist on Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠

    57 min

  8. JAN 29

    Circle Back

    It’s that time of year, not Christmas, that’s over, the time when everything you said you would “circle back” to is finally catching up with you. Any of these sound familiar?: Oh, let’s circle back on that subject after the holidays.  I’m gonna circle back on that email after the new year.  Maybe I can circle back on decluttering once we know everything the kids are getting for Christmas. We all know it. We all do it, in some way. So today’s episode is about that — the chaos that creeps in after “vacation mode”: the scramble to catch up, rebuild momentum, and — maybe most importantly — give ourselves grace as we do it. “You handled the holidays perfectly… even if they felt messy.” Circling back slowly is still circling back. Resources & Discounts: ✨ Get 10% off somatic courses from The Workout Witch using ⁠our link⁠ or code YOUHANDLEDTHATPERFECTLY at checkout Check out: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™ Playlist on Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Handled That Perfectly™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠

    1h 3m
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Two San Diego natives, childhood best friends, and dynamic entrepreneurs, Kelly Avalon and Carly Cruickshank, share their journey through entrepreneurship, motherhood, and life. Together, Kelly and Carly bring their unique perspectives to the table, discussing everything from the challenges of starting and running successful businesses to the joys and struggles of raising children. Join them as they navigate their 40s with wisdom and humor. In each episode, they'll tackle topics relating to entrepreneurship, family-life, self-love, and building a community.

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  • Creator
    You Handled That Perfectly™ with Kelly Avalon + Carly Cruickshank
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    34
  • Rating
    Clean
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