Big Kid Problems

GUYS. Did you know you literally do not have to be friends with people you don’t want to? This week we’re talking about Friendship breakups, and really, protecting your energy from ANY toxic relationship so you can build better connections and find your people. This has been one of our MOST requested topics so I had to bring in the big guns and get TedX Speaker, Forbes Top Ranked Podcast Host, and  #1 Best Selling Author Lori Harder on the Podcast! We talk about how to spot a toxic relationship, how to fix them  (if they can be fixed)  lessons these types of relationships teach us, how to heal, AND how to move forward so you don’t bring that baggage into other relationships. Want more from our guests?Lori HarderConnect with Lori on Instagram here!Check out her website here!Check out her podcast here!We’ve added Lori’s book to the  BigKidProblems Amazon List! This list contains every book/product that has ever been mentioned or recommended on this pod. Check it out for so much goodness

We’re baaaack. Coming to you fresh from a little Summer hiatus and there is SO MUCH we need to catch up on! Dr. Paige Bourassa joins us for another unfiltered Bra’s Off Episode and we are playing catch up (there are some BIG SURPRISES) before jumping into the new Fall Season! As always, these “Bra off” episodes are unplanned, unfiltered, and OFF THE WALL. Listen at your own risk and get ready for some belly laughs!Want more from our guests?Sarah Merrill BigKidProblems IG: @BigKidproblemsSarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_Website: www.thebigkidproblems.comPaige BourassaInstagram: @theaccuchickShen Medicine: @shenmedicineWebsite: www.shenmedicine.comCheckout the BigKidProblems Amazon List for every book/product that has ever been mentioned or recommended on this pod!Pssst. If you listened to the episode and want to try Strong Coffee Company, I still have that discount code!  Just use code “BIGKID” at checkout for 30% off your first order :) Find more at www.TheBigKidProblems.com! Big Kid Pr

Smash Mouth was right. The years start coming and they DON’T STOP coming. This week, the ladies of Almost 30 join us to talk about getting older, why turning 30 is such a crazy milestone, things we wish we could tell our 20-something selves, some life advice, words of wisdom and SO much more. No matter what your age is, maybe you're well past 30 or maybe you’re not even close,  this is just a fun episode and one you will all relate to and enjoy! Want more from our guests?Krista Williams: Instagram: @itsKristaLindsey Simcik: Instagram: @LindseySimcikAlmost 30 Instagram: @Almost30PodcastAlmost 30 Website: https://www.almost30podcast.comOh and stay connected with me too!BKP IG: @BigKidproblemsSarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_Big thank you to our episode sponsors!Green ChefGreen Chef is a USDA certified organic company that makes eating well easy and affordable with meal kits designed to fit your lifestyle. (Keto, Paleo, Plant Powered, etc)Get $80 off your first box AND free shipping with code BKP80G

Want to get the best skin of your life?! We’re talking heavy duty skincare this week with Beth Higney and Natalie Copeland of Complexion Nashville! Ever wonder why/how celebrities have perfect skin on the red carpet? Any brides-to-be out there want to know how to look flawless on their big day? Sarah sits down with the dynamic skincare duo behind ‘Complexion’ before her wedding to talk about the different skin treatments out there, how to get the biggest bang for your buck, at home tips, when to start injectables like botox and filler, and maybe even some skin care tips for our grooms out there! Want more from our guests?Complexion Nashville: Beth Higney & Natalie CopelandIG: @ComplexionNashville Website: https://www.complexionnashville.com/Podcast: Cocktails With Complexion (here)Oh and stay connected with me!BKP IG: @BigKidproblemsSarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_Find more at www.TheBigKidProblems.com! Big Thank you to our Episode Sponsors!Mad Tasty Delicious, crisp, canned sparkl

Do you ever feel like you’re just pushing a boulder up a hill? Or that you’ve been spinning your wheels TRYING to achieve something but it’s just not working? Maybe you can sense that you’re stuck, but no matter what you try, you can’t seem to push through? WELL THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU! Our guest this week, Stephanie Kwong, is a Mindset Mastery Coach, Hypnotherapist, and the host of the Rise Higher Podcast. She specializes in uncovering the thoughts, patterns, limiting beliefs and behaviors that hold us back and keep us from achieving our goals. We are going to talk all about uncovering and dismantling our invisible roadblocks and barriers so we can all rise a little bit higher. Who doesn't want that? Want more from our guests?Stephanie KwongIG: @iamstephaniekwongWebsite: https://www.stephaniekwong.com/Free Manifest Meditation. TRY IT! https://www.stephaniekwong.com/manifestJournal Prompts we discussed in this episode: Journal Prompt 1: Arguing the other sideBrain dump, get down everything that

There can be a slippery slope between wanting to get in shape and starting to obsess about it in an unhealthy way. (Ugh, guilty) Jenn Kahan joins the pod today and she is a Certified Personal Trainer specializing in the mental and emotional aspects of fitness. She is someone who has overcome an unhealthy cycle of food obsession, eating disorders, anxiety and exercise bulimia, and has lived to tell the tale. We’ll talk about recognizing if you have a problem, all the usual methods of coping with mental health issues - what worked, what didn’t. Then we’ll get into all the interpersonal work and mindfulness techniques she used and now teaches others to help them break free from bad food & fitness habits. Want more from our guests?Jenn KahanIG: @jenn_kahanWebsite: www.jennkahanfitness.comSome Resources we discussed:Guided Meditations: Hypnotic Labs Check out Jenn’s Facebook Group! Free Your Mind: Breaking Free from Bad Food & Fitness HabitsOh and stay connected with me!BKP IG: @BigKidproblemsSar

Back by popular demand, we’re doing another “Bra’s Off” Episode! Sarah brings on friend of the show Paige Bourassa (She’s like our Dr. Drew at this point) for a completely unfiltered episode filled with laugh out loud stories and some real life wisdom.  We talk about everything from dating in your 30’s, to colonics, to female entrepreneurship AND answer some of your listener questions along the way. If you’re not laughing in the first 10 minutes you’ll get your money back. (jk, this is free and I’m unemployed).Want more from Sarah and Paige?Sarah Merrill BigKidProblems IG: @BigKidproblemsSarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_Website: www.thebigkidproblems.comPaige BourassaInstagram: @theaccuchickShen Medicine: @shenmedicineWebsite: www.shenmedicine.comCheckout the BigKidProblems Amazon List for every book/product that has ever been mentioned or recommended on this pod!Big Thank you to our episode sponsor BLUblox!Fashion-forward blue light blocking glasses! Get 15% off with code BKPwww.blublox.com/Find

“The system isn’t broken, it’s working exactly the way it was designed”. This week we take a look into the Criminal Justice System and why it’s such a #bigkidproblem with our AWESOME guest and Candidate for NY District Attorney, Eliza Orlins. Eliza has been a Public Defender in New York City for over a decade where she has represented thousands through the Criminal Justice System. We’re going to talk about how the system works, why reforms need to be made, The “Central Park Karen” case, and most importantly why WE need to pay attention to our State and Local elected officials if we ever want to make ANY real changes in our communities. Want more from our guests?Eliza OrlinsWebsite: https://elizaorlins.com/Contribute to her Campaign HERE!Check out her recent Washington Post article about the Central Park Karen here Check out the last episode she was on (One of my favs!) Resilience and Mental Toughness HEREResources Learn more about the office of DA here (you can search your local election too)We

After taking part in #BlackOutTuesday last week, we are BACK and having the important conversations with Speaker, Activist and Co-Founder of the organization “From Privilege to Progress, Michelle Saahene. We talk about the experience that lead her to creating her organization, systemic racism, unconscious bias, discrimination and how WE can all help by educating ourselves, using our voices, and taking action. If you have felt angry or sad or wondered “What can I do?!” this episode is for you.Want more from our guests?Michelle SaaheneInstagram: @MichelleSaahene or @PrivtoProgFrom Privilege to Progress website HEREJoin the FB Community HERE We have LOTS of resources for you this week! Read:StampedWhite Fragility Me and White Supremacy So You Want to Talk About Race Why Are All The Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria? Watch:13th When They See UsDear White PeopleSelmaI am Not Your NegroThe Hate U GiveListen (Podcasts) 1619Code SwitchPod Save the PeopleIntersectiona

Calling all Corona Brides! We’re talking all things Wedding Planning in the age of Covid-19. Executive Editor at The Knot (a platform dedicated to all things Weddings) Lauren Kay joins the show this week to walk us through some Corona Bride trends, what to do if you need to cancel or postpone your wedding, some creative ways Brides are pivoting their wedding celebrations, and what this may mean for the wedding industry moving forward.SOME GOOD NEWS FOR OUR CORONA COUPLES?!What’s the one thing all Corona Couples need? WINE. We’ve partnered with ONEHOPE Wine to give away $25 in wine credit to 1,000 couples! Just go to ONEHOPEwine.com/weddings to apply and you will also be automatically entered to win the ultimate Napa Valley honeymoon! A 3 night stay at OneHope’s beautiful Estate 8 in Napa!! This sweepstakes runs May 26th - June 21, head to ONEHOPEwine.com/weddings and enter today!Want more from our guests?The Knot is a great resource for all things Weddings! Instagram: @TheKnotWebsite: www.TheKn

Have you ever begrudgingly split the bill or been guilted into going out when you realllly just didn't want to? So many of us say “yes” for fear of being awkward or uncomfortable when we could be living our truth! Speaker & certified Life Coach Amy Smith joins the podcast today to help us learn the life changing art of Saying NO. She teaches us communication hacks, boundary setting techniques and how to properly stand up for ourselves with EASE to everyone from our bosses, friends, family members and more.Want more from our guests?Amy SmithInstagram: @TheJoyJunkieWebsite: https://thejoyjunkie.com/Check out The Joy Junkie Podcast Here!Get her Workbook “Stand Up For Yourself without being a Dick” Here! Oh! And stay connected with me! Big Kid Problems on Instagram: @BigKidproblemsSarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_Find more at www.TheBigKidProblems.com! Big Thank you to our sponsors!BEAMBeam is my new favorite CBD Brand! 100% THC free CBD15% off with code BIGKID! BEAMTLC.comManta Sl

Celebrity Astrologer Angie Godfrey joins the show and teaches us some Astrology basics. We’ll talk about some common Astro occurrences like eclipses, full moons, and retrogrades, and see how we can use these things in our everyday lives. We’ll also get into what’s up with 2020, what the planets have in store for us for the rest of the year, and when we can expect things to lighten up around here.Want more from our guests?Angie GodfreyInstagram: @AstroMagicMamaWebsite: https://www.consciousevolution.biz/Want a reading? Email her for an appointment! angie.r.godfrey@gmail.comPaige BourassaInstagram: @TheAccuchickHer Practice, Shen Medicine: @ShenMedicineWebsite: www.shenmedicine.comStay Connected with me! Sarah Merrill IG: @SarahaMerrill_BigKidProblems IG: @BigKidproblemswww.TheBigKidProblems.com! BIG thank you to our Episode Sponsors! Flutter SocialGet yourself a Virtual Wedding Planner!50% off (yes 50%!!!) with code SARAH50FlutterSocial .com Manta Sleep100% blackout masks for better, deeper

Right now, I know one of the biggest BIGKIDPROBLEMS everyone has on their mind is their personal finances. We’ve never seen an economic shutdown at this level before and I think it’s safe to say we’re all a little nervous about how this is all going to shake out. Whether you are one of the millions of people who lost their jobs because of this pandemic, or maybe you're trying to keep your business afloat or maybe you’re nervous about layoffs and pay-cuts we ALL have questions right now. Questions that I sure As HELL do not have the answers to.  But That’s why I am very excited to bring our little finance whisperer and friend of the show, Haley Sacks AKA @MrsDowJones back on the Podcast this week! We’ll talk about what to do during a recession, how to get the most out of the government relief packages, navigate layoffs and pay-cuts, maybe talk about some new ways to make money or side income during this difficult time and much more. Want more from our guests?Haley SacksInstagram: @MrsDowJonesWeb

In an experiment in “Letting Go” this week, we’re having some fun and ditching the normal BKP format in exchange for a truly candid/ridiculous episode guaranteed to make you chuckle.  Friend of the Show (and my quarantine buddy) Dr. Paige Bourassa joins the pod and things quickly go off the rails as we talk about Life, Dating, Mistakes, Anal, Vegans and so much more.Want more from our guests?Paige BourassaInstagram: @theaccuchickShen Medicine: @shenmedicineWebsite: www.shenmedicine.comCheckout the BigKidProblems Amazon List for every book/product that has ever been mentioned or recommended on this pod!Big THANK YOU to our episode Sponsor!Strong Coffee Company! If you like coffee and getting Sh*t done, try Strong Coffee! Note just you average cup of joe, Strong Coffee is packed with extra good stuff like Collagen Protein, MCT Oil, Hyaluronic Acid and more!  Right now they are offering 30% off with code “BIGKID” at checkout! https://strongcoffeecompany.comFind more at www.TheBigKidProblems.c

We’re talkin’ bout sex baby!  That’s right we’re talking about Love & Sex in Quarantine with our expert of the week, Sexologist Michelle Hope! None of us have ever gone through a Pandemic before, and it may have had a variety of effects on our Sex lives. Michelle is going to talk to us about what’s normal, why so many of us are NOT in the mood, how to get on the same page with your partner, and some ways to get.. I'll just say “creative in quarantine”Want more from our guests?Michelle HopeInstagram: @mhsexpertWebsite: http://www.mhsexpert.com/Checkout the last time Michelle was on the BigKidProblems Podcast! The WHAT ARE WE EpisodeResources from this episode!Free PDF of Venus in Furs: Download HEREMusic can help you get in the mood, try this songCheckout the BigKidProblems Amazon List for every book/product that has ever been mentioned or recommended on this pod!Big THANK YOU to our episode Sponsor!Strong Coffee Company! If you like coffee and getting Sh*t done, try Strong Coffee! Note just you

Shits getting real this week as we dive into the super fun, super lighthearted topic of Depression! First up, I have a very candid convo with hilarious comedy writer and host of The Adderall and Compliments Podcast, Annabelle Desisto. We talk about dealing with depression on a day to day basis, meds, Lisa Frank, childhood trauma and when edibles go wrong. THEN Psychotherapist Dr. Daryl Appleton joins the show (54:45) to teach us about the different types of depression and how to deal. She gives us a ton of tips and resources on how to gain control when you feel like you’re losing control of your emotions, how to cope in isolation, AND how to check in on our friends and family who may also be struggling. Want more from our guests?Annabelle DeSistoInstagram: @AnnabelledesistoListen to her Podcast! Adderall and Compliments. Pssst: The episode with me is HEREDr. Daryl AppletonInstagram: @DrDarylAppletonWebsite: https://www.drdarylappleton.com/RESOURCES:Finding a Therapist: https://www.psychologytoday.com/Fr

Ever feel a little slow or like your brain just won’t turn on? New York Times Bestselling Author Max Lugavere joins the show to talk all about ways to optimize your brain and body! After his mom was diagnosed with a rare form of dementia, Max went on a fact finding mission to figure out what lifestyle/ food choices can help OR hurt the brain in the long term AND in the here and now. The information he discovered is EYE OPENING and there is a reason why both his books are Best Sellers! Listen for a crash course where we’ll talk about food myths, how foods effect our productivity and mental health, what to eat, what NOT to eat, optimizing your circadian rhythm and much more! This episode is PACKED and may just change your brain/life!Want more from our guest? Max Lugavere Instagram: @MaxLugavere Listen to his Podcast! The Genius LifeCheck out his BEST SELLING Books The Genius Life and Genius Foods Available now! I’ve added them to the BigKidProblems Amazon List! Also stay connected with me!@B

I think we could all use a little distraction this week ay? We’re talking about a DIFFERENT pandemic in this episode: The Fuckboy Pandemic. Many of us have encountered Fuckboys (or “Players” as they are formally known) out in the wild and in this episode, we’ll talk about how to spot em, how to deal with them and how to learn from them.  To offer some insight, we have “Recovering Fuckboy”, Carl Radke (who many of you may know from Bravo TV’s Summer House) AND comedienne Mary Beth Barone who is the creator and Host of “Drag His Ass: A Fuckboy Treatment Program”. Buckle up, it’s a fun one!Want more from our guests? Mary Beth Barone Instagram: @marybethbarone Drag His Ass: @draghisassWebsite: www.marybethbarone.com/merchCarl RadkeInstagram: @CarlRadkeCheck him out on Summer House, Wednesday nights on Bravo!Also stay connected with me!@BigKidproblemsSarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_Find more at www.ThebigkidProblems.comBig THANK YOU to our Sponsors! Hum Nutrition HUM Nutrition is

The world feels like it's been flipped upside down the last few weeks. We all feel it.Friend of the show Dr. Paige Bourassa joins us this week and we’ll talk about Coronavirus and more specifically, how to deal with the stress, anxiety and all the uncertainty around this difficult time. We’ll also talk immunity support, physical and mental health AND about how to stay sane while we’re all in quarantine. Whether you’re alone and battling isolation OR if you're stuck in quarantine with your family or significant other and slowly losing your mind… we are all going through this and we are all going to get through it together!There are a TON of resources in this episode, see below to dive deeper!For Facts and up to date information: The CDC WebsiteWhy you should practice Social Distancing: NY TimesBreathing Techniques: The Calm AppWim Hof Breathing4-7-8 BreathingFor Online Therapy:www.BetterHelp.com Meditation Headspace (Download the App)Ziva Meditation *My Personal Recommendation!* First 3 days are

It is a brand new year and a brand new DECADE and in today’s episode we are learning how to let go of old, dusty energy and bring in those GOOD VIBES for 2020. To start the new decade on the right foot, Energy Healer Millana Snow is going to walk us through some tools YOU can use wherever you are to shift your energy and up level your life! We’ll talk about manifesting, setting intentions and calling in the things you want this year like love, BIG CHECKS, health and more. If you stick around to the end, I’ll ALSO share some of my favorite goal setting tips to help you get shit done in 2020. Want more from our guest? Millana Snow Instagram: @MillanaSnow Website: https://www.millanasnow.com/ Stay Connected with me! @BigKidproblems Sarah’s personal IG @SarahaMerrill_ Want some of the books/products we mention on the podcast? Check out The BigKidProblems Amazon List! Find more at www.ThebigkidProblems.com! Big thank you to our episode sponsor! Four Sigmatic Four Sigmatic is a natural superfood company that spe