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Learn about the latest way yoga studios have conceived to bring in people who want to be more in touch with their bodies, their minds…and their taste buds. We knew you were supposed to wait 30 minutes after eating and before exercising, but who knew you could eat dinner before you even left the gym?
Then find out how to perfect the art of the apology. WTF some people don’t know?!
Thanks NYTimes.com for the yoga story and the apology story that inspired this particular show. Anyone want to guess which paper Lauren reads most often?
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It’s that time of year again–when romance and anxiety come together into a perfect storm of preparation to show the one you love just how much you love them. We say take the pressure off! Hopefully that love is streaming all year round, but there are some fun things you can do if you’re feeling like giving a little bling. And that’s where we come in–with a few ideas on how you can present your lover with the perfect “package” (euphemism intended) without spending a fortune. Yes, guys we mean you too! But, please don’t make yourself crazy! Give love to get love!
Want more? Check out bettybeauty.com, this Jennifer Love Hewitt vajazzled article and this piece that demystifies what ’science’ (a male-ruled field) has offered up this century for the vagina. We say stick to the stuff that doesn’t hurt, sting or otherwise imperil what nature gave you.
And have a good February 14th (it’s Teddy’s sister’s birthday!) Listen to the show.
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Dear Lady Brain,
Most people would say I have a fantastic job — it’s high-paying, high-powered, high-profile and highly demanding. I never minded any of these things before I had a child. The major problem with this gig is I travel eight days a month. I‘m away from my husband and son eight days and nights a month. I’m a nursing mother, which means I’m pumping like a cow when I’m on the road, bringing home as much milk as I can, my supply dwindling all the while. I’m writing because I don’t know if it’s worth it anymore. We could get by on less money; even survive with out my salary — that’s a fact. It would be tight, but doable. I even think my ego could handle it. What on Earth should I do?--I Wanna Stay Home in San Francisco
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In a prior posting, we called out the latest trend in NYC–Cougar and Cub meetups. Well, now the matches are happening in San Jose! Read all about it in the latest SJ Mercury News article. And listen to what we had to say back in November, 09 about why this trend is catching on.
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Find out what happens when you eat too much Optimum Fiber with Blueberry, and join the discussion about why on earth you would want Will Ferrell (cute as he is!?) in your wedding photo–unless you were marrying him of course. Which we’re not. We mean, they’re not. WTF, seriously!
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Dear Lady Brain, I feel like I’m in a rut and want to spice things up—I get up at the same time every day—go to work—go to the gym, eat the same food and go to bed. I’m single and don’t have any kids or pets. Nothing to tie me down! Do you guys have any advice on how to find something exciting to insert into my very un-spicy routine?
Nearly Dying of Boredom in Sausalito
The secret to being interesting? Do something different! Accept invitations you wouldn’t usually consider. Take a class. Try nude skiing. It doesn’t matter as long as you are able to mix it up. We know, we know–easier said than done. But it must be done before you bore yourself (and others) to death! Listen in for the full advice.
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A Lady Brain Special Announcement–Speezing. How to address this issue with more than a tissue!
Ladies–has this ever happened to you? You jump in the air, you cough or you sneeze and OOPS you’ve wet your pants a little? If you’re not keeping the right muscles in shape, this could be a problem. Don’t resort to Depends just yet. We’ve got some suggestions on how to deal with leakage when you feel it coming, and how to prevent it ever happening in the first place! You’re not alone. Men–this applies to you too! Listen in.
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Does peeing in the shower make you mad? Or glad? It seems some of our listeners are anti-peeing in the shower. It’s not like you’re peeing in the pool! (Or are you?)
Even Discover Magazine is covering this hot topic–spurred by a video from Brazil that cheers: Pee in the shower, and you’ll save a tree.
Listen in to hear how to handle this when you’re saving even more water by showering with your partner. We may not change your mind, but we may cause you to think twice! And that makes us happy.
New Episode: When “private hair” goes public–explaining “hair-down-there” to your 5 year old
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Dear Lady Brain,
My 6 year old son is extremely curious and asks many questions. Recently he asked me why I had “private” hair. Next I am sure he will be asking me about my “private” hole. Obviously I have not yet educated him about pubic hair and female and male anatomy let alone the birds and the bees. I would like your advice about when and how to approach this topic with him and how much detail should I share. Thanks! – Mom with “private” hair
Answering questions like these are a natural part of raising curious kids–in fact how you deal with this could set the stage for how you deal with a lot of other personal questions–find out how to talk to your 5 year old (and your 15 year old) about “hair-down-there” and more. Listen in!
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Keep your New Year’s resolutions! Avoid forgetting, regretting, or simply abandoning your resolutions with five easy steps. Watch our segment on The View From The Bay! Then use the below as your personal “cheat sheet!”
This is the Danger Zone! 3 weeks in to the New Year is a critical point when people start forgetting, regretting, or simply abandoning their Resolutions. Will you be one of the majority who give up or one of the mighty few who stick with what you’ve decided to do?
How to keep your Resolution: There’s no Resolution police! Nobody will come along to punish you for not keeping your plan. But if you made one-you can create your own system of enforcement with 5 easy steps:
1. Tell the world-at least, tell your girlfriends
2. Make a plan-write it down, create a mantra
3. Make short-term, specific goals
4. Try and try again: Notice when you are not living up to your new goal-and give yourself permission to try again. Every day if you need to.
5. Figure out what the barriers are. For example, if you want to lose weight but going to a gym makes you uncomfortable, try walking in your neighborhood, or an all women’s gym, etc.
Why people don’t keep their Resolutions:
-Too big a task
-Too big a life change
- Don’t have the tools/support system in place
- Too vague (lose weight (vs lose 3 lbs), spend less money (vs eat out less), get a better job (vs get a job doing “x”)
It’s never too late to make a change: If you find it too daunting or simply not achievable, it’s never too late to tweak your Resolution (or come up with one if you haven’t already)-you can still figure out how to make it do-able and, importantly, enjoyable. The new year is all about a clean slate.
If you’re still pondering a Resolution, try one of these approaches:
-Choose a type of Resolution:
-Emotional (be more patient)
-Physical (lose weight)
-Philosophical (volunteer more)
-Actual (finish your thesis)
