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The conversation explores the decline in reading for pleasure and the importance of rebuilding the skill.

In this episode, Pam and Sarah discuss the cognitive biases of negativity bias and confirmation bias. They explain how these biases work together to create a powerful feedback loop, leading to negative thinking and confirmation-seeking behavior.

In this conversation we explore the concept of sunk cost fallacy, which is the tendency to continue investing resources in something even when it’s no longer beneficial. Examples include staying in an unfulfilling job or relationship and continuing to pay for unused memberships or subscriptions.

In this episode, we discuss the concept of rest and the seven types of rest identified by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith. The seven types of rest are physical rest, mental rest, spiritual rest, emotional rest, sensory rest, social rest, and creative rest.

In this episode, Pam and Sarah discuss various strategies and habits for improving sleep quality. They share their different perspectives on sleep and their natural sleep schedules.

In this conversation, Pam and Sarah discuss their journeys into self-employment and the differences between being self-employed and having a traditional job.

They explore the themes of stability vs. freedom, income predictability, career growth and development, and work-life balance. They highlight the pros and cons of each and provide insights into how to navigate these aspects of entrepreneurship.

In this conversation, Pam and Sarah discuss anxiety through the lens of the book ‘Unwinding Anxiety’ by Dr. Jud Brewer. They share their personal experiences with anxiety and how it affects their lives. They explore the concept of anxiety as a habit and the habit loop that reinforces anxious behaviors.

As a follow up to the last episode on Permission to Speak by Samara Bay, Pam and Sarah discuss tips for public speaking and using your voice effectively.

In this episode, Pam and Sarah discuss the book ‘Permission to Speak: How to Change What Power Sounds Like Starting With You’ by Samara Bay.

They explore topics such as developing confidence in speaking, expanding the definition of public speaking, the influence of pitch and voice perception, accepting and appreciating your voice, managing emotion while speaking, the power dynamics of speaking up, connecting with your audience and message, challenging traditional male standards, and reframing apologizing.

In this episode rather than having one large topic to discuss, Pam and Sarah have a free flowing conversation about changes they’re working on making in the new year and advice for listeners. Also, Sarah shows her coaching ability by skillfully calling out when Pam’s need for control shows up repeatedly.

In this conversation, Pam and Sarah discuss the process of reflecting on the past year and planning for the new year. They introduce a workbook that helps individuals set intentions and create a vision for the upcoming year. The workbook encourages reflection on monthly highlights and analysis of lessons learned. It also guides individuals in setting intentions for different areas of their lives, such as work, home, health, and personal growth.

In this episode, Sarah and Pam discuss Part 2 of Four Thousand Weeks Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman.