You, Me, and Ennui Amendo

Hi, it’s Mary Kate again from “You, Me, & Ennui.” Thank you for listening to my conversation with Alyse Maguire about deciding how work fits into our lives. When thinking about the kind of life you want, it’s good to check in with yourself on what your priorities are. It’s also important to note that those priorities can change, so hopefully our conversation gave you the space to think more deeply about where you are right now and where you want to be.

If you’re looking for more ways to relate our conversation to your life, we’re back with another “bonus meditation” that will offer you some questions to reflect on… some might apply to you, some might not, and that’s OK! I’ll pause briefly between each question, but if you need more time, just hit the pause button and take as long as you need. So, find a comfortable position with your feet on the floor and close your eyes.

What does “balance” mean to you personally? Is it about dedicating equal time to work and your personal life, or is it more about feeling fulfilled in both areas?

Take a look at your current schedule. Are there any activities or commitments that drain your energy or take up more time than they should? How can you prioritize what truly matters to you?

How do you feel when you're at work? Do you find yourself constantly stressed or fulfilled? How can you adjust your workload or mindset to create a healthier work environment?

On the flip side, how do you feel when you're not working? Are you able to fully disconnect and enjoy your personal time, or do you find yourself worrying about work-related issues? How can you set boundaries to protect your personal time?

Think about your long-term goals and aspirations. How does your current work-life balance align with these goals? What adjustments can you make now to ensure you're on the right path to achieving them?

Thanks again for spending time with me. I’ll be with you next time on “You, Me, & Ennui.”

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Purple LoFi Chill Beats – Reverse

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It’s culturally common for people in the U.S. to look at their careers as something that, at least in part, defines them. The struggle for work/life balance is real, and the temptation to wear professional busyness as a badge of honor might mean it’s time to think deeper about the role we want work to play in our lives. In this episode, Alyse Maguire, a journalist covering career and workplace trends, offers her insights on when it’s OK for a job to be just that - a job.



Show Notes:

Guest: Journalist Alyse Maguire

Connect with Alyse: Twitter, LinkedIn

Alyse’s articles on The Muse

“Lazy Girl Jobs”

Meditation transcript: 

Hello, it’s Mary Kate again from “You, Me, & Ennui.” Thank you for listening to my conversation with Anita Michaud about taking the leap to make new friends! Whether you consider yourself an outgoing aggressive “joiner” like me, or want to be the one who makes those connections happen like Anita, I hope you feel inspired to branch out of your bubble and maybe make a new friend!

If you’re looking for more ways to relate our conversation to your life, we’re back with another “bonus meditation” that will offer you some questions to reflect on… some might apply to you, some might not, and that’s OK! I’ll pause briefly between each question, but if you need more time, just hit the pause button and take as long as you need. Try to find a comfortable position with your feet on the floor and close your eyes.

Think about your good friends. Was there a moment you knew you wanted them to be your friend? Do they live close to you or far away? How do you maintain those friendships? What makes a good friend, and how do you try to be a good friend to others?

Are you looking to make new friends? How have you gone about that and how did it go? If you haven’t had much success, what’s one new thing you can try this week to branch out? 

If you’re sitting here thinking, “You know what, Mary Kate? I’m good! I definitely have enough friends” then here’s one final prompt: Is there anyone in your life who seems like they are in need of a new friend?

Thanks again for spending time with me. I’ll be with you next time on “You, Me, & Ennui.”

Music credit:

Purple LoFi Chill Beats - Reverse

Stream: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/purplelofichillbeats/reverse-lo-fi-chill-beat

When Anita Michaud moved to New York City, she realized just how hard it can be to make friends in a new place. So she decided to take initiative, and began hosting dinners in her apartment to bring together other folks looking for community. Before long, Dinner With Friends was born. In this episode, Anita talks with Mary Kate about building the business of community, turning strangers into friends, and investing in new relationships. 

Guest: Anita Michaud, Founder of “Dinner with Friends” 

Dinner with Friends on Tik Tok and Instagram

Anita’s TV appearance on the Tamron Hall Show 

A bonus guided meditation to help you reflect on how you’re growing into your authentic self.

Music credit:

Purple LoFi Chill Beats - Reverse

Stream: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/purplelofichillbeats/reverse-lo-fi-chill-beat

People face a lot of pressure throughout their 20s, and Katie Bulmer, host of the “Truth for Your Twenties” podcast, isn’t afraid to share the advice she wishes someone told her when it comes to building confidence in making good choices. In this episode, Katie talks with Mary Kate about understanding who you are, what to do when you feel “stuck,” and how to cultivate good habits now that will only help us later on. 

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Guest: Katie Bulmer, host of the Truth for your 20s podcast, speaker, and author of “Sorority Girls Can Change the World”

Connect With Katie Website, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook

“The Principle of the Path” by Andy Stanley“Atomic Habits” by Jame Clear