🎙️ In this episode of the Grateful Not Greedy™ podcast, Kris and Rachel dive into the beautiful (and sometimes messy) dance between passion and productivity. They chat about how perfectionism can sneak in and steal the joy from our creative projects, why mindset matters more than we think, and how fear of judgment often keeps us playing small.

With their signature mix of honesty and heart, they explore how gratitude, self-compassion, and a supportive environment can bring ease back into the creative process. It’s a reminder to celebrate progress over perfection—and to find your way back to the fun of creating just because you love it. With a few mantra takeaways. this episode will satisfy the task rabbit in you as well as the creative cat.

Episode Takeaways

• The complexity of life can be overwhelming.
• Perfectionism can hinder productivity.
• It's important to embrace imperfection in creative projects.
• Mindset plays a crucial role in how we approach tasks.
• Fear of judgment can prevent us from sharing our work.
• Recognizing progress is more important than focusing on what hasn't been done.
• Creating a supportive environment fosters creativity.
• Gratitude can shift our perspective on challenges.
• We need to model the behaviors we want to embody.
• Accumulating many small increments of time can lead to significant progress.

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Keywords: Grateful Not Greedy™, productivity, perfectionism, creativity, mindset, passion projects, fear of judgment, gratitude, personal growth, self-improvement, progress over perfection, podcast production, motivation

Do you ever catch yourself fantasizing about living in a cabin in the woods… or maybe a brownstone in Brooklyn… or honestly anywhere but where you are? In this episode of Grateful Not Greedy™, we're diving into the dreamy (and slightly delusional) world of wanderlust — and the weirdly comforting ritual of Zillow scrolling. 🏡💭

From romanticizing new cities to creating full-on imaginary lives based on real estate listings we’ll never buy, we explore the balance between dreaming of more and staying grounded in enough. Is it escapism? Inspiration? Just fun? Or maybe a little of all three?

Whether you're addicted to "just browsing" or convinced your soul lives in Portugal, tune in for laughs, lightbulb moments, and a reminder that it’s okay to dream — as long as you're also watering your own grass.

"Sometimes Love Isn't an Open Door (Especially with Teenagers)"

Let’s talk about closed doors—and not just the physical kind. In this episode, Kris and Rachel dive headfirst into one of parenting's most awkward and emotionally charged questions: What do you do when your teen has a date over and closes their bedroom door? And while we’re at it—what about when YOU have a date over?

This conversation unpacks the layered family dynamics and power plays behind those shut doors, and explores how to lead with healthy communication, emotional intelligence, and vulnerability—even when it feels uncomfortable. From teaching emotional readiness and modeling healthy relationships, to navigating personal boundaries and encouraging self-awareness, Kris and Rachel dig into it all both with some laughs and some hard-earned, real-life parenting wisdom.

They’ll explore how to shift from reactive to responsive, turning moments of tension into opportunities for connection, growth, and guidance. Because when it comes to teen relationships, the rules may be changing—but the need for support, communication, and gratitude stays the same.

If you’ve ever tiptoed past your teen’s room wondering if you should knock—or found yourself wondering how to model love and respect in your own dating life—this one’s for you!

Some key Takeaways:

• Modeling healthy relationships whether between spouses or significant others is crucial for children.
• Conversations about relationships should be ongoing, not one-time events.
• It's important to balance protection with exposure to real-life situations.
• Men and women can provide different, equally helpful perspectives to help children make informed decisions.

• Encouraging children to own their choices fosters responsibility and the decision-making skill.
• Love and relationships are learned within the family context. Navigating teenage relationships requires us as adults to own our own stuff.
• Children's emotional reactions often stem from deeper fears and insecurities.

• Be grateful for the closed door! It can be an invitation to a conversation.

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  If you need more inspiration for how to get through it- we got you! Relax with our curated Grateful Not Greedy™ playlist "Raising Teens Without Losing Your Mind" on Spotify!