Breathwork. Can sounds a bit woo woo, right? Even Alicia thought so, until it became the one thing that helped her crawl out of burnout and rebuild her life.

In this episode, Shayla and Kate sit down with Alicia Snijders, a former corporate lawyer who spent eight years chasing promotions and pay rises, only to end up bone-tired, wired, and wondering who she was without her job title. After a traumatic turning point, Alicia discovered that the most basic thing we all do, breathing, was the key to recalibrating her nervous system and starting over.

Together, they dive into:

– Why a lawyer with a “perfect” CV still felt like a failure inside – How trauma and burnout became Alicia’s unexpected teachers – Breathwork explained (and why it’s more science than incense) – The grief, shame and identity loss that comes with leaving law – Why change doesn’t have to mean blowing up your whole life and how small steps matter

Whether you’re secretly gasping for air in a job that looks good on paper, or just curious about how something as simple as breathing can change your life, this episode proves you don’t have to wait for a crisis to start listening to your body.

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In this Outlawbrary episode, Shayla and Kate dive into Tiny Experiments: How to Live Freely in a Goal-Obsessed World by Anne-Laure Le Cunff. It’s part science, part storytelling, and part permission slip to ditch the pressure of big, shiny goals in favour of curiosity-led experiments.

Anne-Laure’s journey from Google to neuroscience brings a practical and deeply human perspective on how to live and work with more freedom. She reminds us that uncertainty isn’t failure, but fertile ground for discovery.

From liminal spaces to cognitive scripts, from curiosity over passion to rewriting the “shoulds” that hold us back, this book (and this conversation) is a toolkit for anyone ready to stop chasing goals that don’t fit and start designing life on their own terms.

In this episode – Why tiny experiments are more powerful than big goals – How curiosity can replace clarity when you don’t know your “purpose” – What neuroscience can teach us about uncertainty, fear, and growth – The role of pacts: simple, repeatable actions that move you closer to what matters – A Chinese parable that reframes failure, luck, and growth

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📖 Book: Tiny Experiments: How to Live Freely in a Goal-Obsessed World by Anne-Laure Le Cunff

Talk by Anne-Laure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zs2jR38lcWg

Book: Big Magic: Creative Living without fear; Elizabeth Gilbert

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What if your “side gig” was more than just extra cash, what if it was your way out, or your way to more joy and fulfillment?

In this episode of Outlaws, Shayla and Kate kick off a brand-new semi regular series on side hustles.

From bold experiments to quiet projects done late at night, side hustles are often where rebellion meets reality. And they just might be the bridge between the job you tolerate and the life you actually want.

And to launch the series, they’re joined by Katie Sierakowski, a lawyer who spends her weekdays in the courtroom and her weekends running a cattle business with her family. From courtrooms to cattle, Katie’s story proves that the best side hustle ideas aren’t about escape, they’re about joy, grounding, and creating balance in a busy life.

They talk about:

• Why joy is mandatory for side hustles
• Why side hustles aren’t just about money (but yes, money matters, but don’t start there)
• How farming became Katie’s pressure release valve for life in the law
• The mental health boost of having something that’s yours
• Stories of flops, holding your nerve, and unexpected benefits

Whether you’re already dabbling with a project, dreaming of quitting your job, or just want a reminder that you’re not crazy for wanting more, this episode is for you.

💡 This episode is for you if: – You’re hunting for side hustle ideas that fit into a busy life – You’re curious about making money in ways your boss doesn’t control – You’ve got a notebook full of “someday” projects – You want more energy and creativity back in your life – You’ve ever said “I wish I could just try it” but stopped yourself

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