In this episode, Julie and Sonya Patel, host of Your Big Sis! Podcast dive into all things friendships and maintaining adult friendships.

We discuss the following:

• Friendship Breakups and our personal stories, what led to the breakups, how they unfolded, and how we feel about them now.
• Outgrowing Friendships: What are the signs that a friendship is no longer serving you?

• Pet Peeves in Friendships
• Maintaining Adult Friendships: How do we nurture genuine bonds amidst life’s responsibilities? What patterns define authentic friendships?
• The Meaning of Friendship and how our perspectives have changed
• Navigating Life Changes: Marriages, relocations, and evolving priorities.
• Social Media’s Role in Friendships
• Making Friends as an Adult

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In this episode, Julie and sustainability expert Shila Wattamar dive into practical steps for living sustainably and discussing how our daily choices—from fashion to food—impact the planet.

Topics explored:

• Introduction – Meet sustainability expert Shila and learn what inspired her sustainability journey.

• Why Sustainability Matters– Simplifying sustainability and why it's critical today.

• How our daily Habit Impact the Planet – Surprising ways everyday actions, like shopping and energy use, affect the environment.

• South Asian Culture and Consumerism– Shifting perspectives on consumerism in South Asian culture to promote sustainability.

• Environmentally-Friendly Fashion – Tips for sustainable style choices, like thrifting and choosing eco-friendly fabrics.

• Sustainability Myths – Overcoming the idea that eco-living is costly or difficult.

• Food Choices and the Environment – How our diets impact the planet and simple changes we can make.

• Easy Actions to Get Started: Beginner-friendly steps toward a more sustainable life.

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CONNECT WITH SHILA:

Shila's company called Sustainable Me! https://sustainableme.today or visit them on IG

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Shila's book: Simply Sustainable: Simple Behaviors for Sustainable Living available on Amazon

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In this solo episode, we dive into:

• The podcast's return after a long break
• Julie's reflections on being recently engaged
• The importance of embracing your single years
• Differences between dating in your 20s vs. 30s
• Perspectives on biological clocks and fertility testing
• Dating non-negotiables and Pre Nuptial Agreements
• Balancing privacy and authenticity on social media while navigating relationships

Tune in for this discussion on love, life, and personal growth.

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RESOURCES

Ep 18 - Confessions of a Divorce Attorney with Maliha Siddiqui - Listen HERE

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