Welcome back to the Plan With Us Podcast! Co-hosts and best friends Niara Gore and Jess Raney are talking all about reverse planning your summer—so you don’t end up overbooked, burnt out, or full of FOMO by the end of the season. In this episode, we’re curating the vibe first, then building the plans around it to create a summer that feels intentional, joyful, and totally doable (even with a 9-to-5).

We’re breaking down the most common summer planning mistakes, how to reverse engineer your ideal season, and what our own summer vibes are this year. Whether your dream summer looks like spontaneous road trips or iced coffee on the porch, this episode will help you make it happen—on your own terms.

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Let’s romanticize real life and plan a summer you’ll actually remember!

Welcome back to the Plan With Us Podcast! Co-hosts and besties Niara Gore and Jess Raney are talking all things joy in this week’s episode—specifically, how to build your very own dopamine menu. If you’ve been feeling stuck in a cycle of stress or just going through the motions, this episode is your invitation to bring intention and delight back into your day.

Niara breaks down what a dopamine menu actually is and how it can help you feel more present and motivated, while Jess shares her favorite small joys and how she uses them to reset throughout the week. Together, we talk about the science of feeling good, the power of play, and why joy isn’t just a reward—it’s a tool.

Whether you're in need of a simple reset or a full-on joy reboot, this episode will help you create a menu that works for you.

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Let’s sprinkle a little joy into the plan—on purpose!

Welcome back to the Plan With Us Podcast! Co-hosts and best friends Niara Gore and Jess Raney are diving into the tension between two major lifestyle trends—the hustle-heavy #GirlBoss era and the dreamy, slow-living Soft Girl aesthetic. In this episode, we’re breaking down how these cultural shifts have influenced our routines, ambitions, and sense of balance.Niara reflects on how the rise of hustle culture shaped her work ethic—and what it cost. Meanwhile, Jess opens up about embracing slow living and finding joy in the little things. Together, we explore the beauty and the pressure behind both identities, and how we’ve learned to blend ambition with intention.If you’ve ever felt caught between doing the most and doing nothing at all, this episode is for you.Stay connected with us for more behind-the-scenes moments and updates—YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@planwithuspod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/planwithuspodYou don’t have to pick a side—build a lifestyle that works for you!

Welcome back to the Plan With Us Podcast! Co-hosts and best friends Niara Gore and Jess Raney are diving into the ultimate spring reset—refreshing your routine and shaking off the winter slump. In this episode, we’re breaking down how small changes can breathe new life into your habits, mindset, and daily flow to help you feel more energized and inspired this season.

Jess shares how spring cleaning isn’t just for your home—it’s time to declutter your schedule and make space for what truly matters. Meanwhile, Niara gets real about the routines that no longer serve her and how she’s revamping her daily habits to spark more creativity and balance. Together, we unpack the power of seasonal resets, mindful productivity, and giving yourself permission to start fresh.

If you’re feeling stuck, unmotivated, or just ready for a spring glow-up in your life and routine, this episode is for you!

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Let’s refresh, reset, and thrive together!

Welcome back to the Plan With Us Podcast! Co-hosts and best friends Niara Gore and Jess Raney are kicking back with a cup of coffee and recapping our 2025 Plan Your Year With Us Event! In this episode, we’re taking you behind the scenes of our first big in-person gathering of the year, where we connected with fellow planners, goal-setters, and dream chasers. We’re sharing our favorite moments, the biggest takeaways from our workshops, and the inspiring stories from our amazing attendees. Jess reflects on the joy of seeing creative ideas come to life, while Niara dives into the power of community when setting ambitious goals. Plus, we’re spilling the tea on what worked, what we’d tweak for next year, and how YOU can keep the momentum going in your own planning journey. If you missed the event or just need an extra dose of motivation to stick to your 2025 goals, this episode is for you!

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Let’s plan, dream, and make 2025 our best year yet!

Welcome back to the Plan With Us Podcast! Co-hosts and best friends Niara Gore and Jess Raney are diving into a topic that’s more powerful than you might think—self-love. In this episode, we’re unpacking what self-love truly means to us, sharing our personal journeys to embracing it, and exploring how prioritizing you is the key to becoming the best version of yourself. Jess opens up about overcoming self-doubt and learning to set boundaries, while Niara shares how prioritizing self-love is helping her break free from past cycles. Together, we unpack the ways self-love impacts our motivation, relationships, and overall well-being. If you’ve ever struggled to put yourself first or wondered how self-love fits into your growth journey, this episode is for you.

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Let’s love, grow, and thrive together!

Welcome back to the Plan With Us Podcast! Co-hosts and best friends Niara Gore and Jess Raney are diving into a topic that often gets overlooked: the importance of rest as a tool to reach your goals. In this episode, we break down four different types of rest and why they’re essential for your well-being and success. Niara shares her experience of learning to embrace rest despite societal and family pressures, while Jess reflects on the influence of past productivity trends like #GirlBoss and how they shaped (and sometimes skewed) our relationship with hustle culture. We’re here to challenge the idea that rest equals laziness and show you how prioritizing downtime can actually help you achieve more. Whether you’re working on big goals or simply trying to find balance, this episode is your reminder to pause, breathe, and recharge.

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Let’s rest, reflect, and grow together!

Welcome back to the Plan With Us Podcast! Best friends and co-hosts Niara Gore and Jess Raney are flipping the script on “new year, new me”—this episode is all about setting yourself up for success with realistic goals that actually stick. We’re diving into why ditching traditional resolutions can be empowering and how to redefine your approach to growth. Jess shares her journey of embracing progress over perfection, while Niara opens up and creates her 2025 goals in real time. Whether you’re a seasoned goal-setter or just looking to shake off the resolution guilt, this episode is your permission slip to embrace 2025 your way. Stay connected with us for more behind-the-scenes moments and updates– YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@planwithuspod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/planwithuspod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@planwithuspod Mentioned in this episode (not spon!)– Eccolo Planners: https://www.eccololtd.com Knock Knock Notepads: https://knockknockstuff.com Mind Your Business Planner: https://mindyourbusinessofficial.com Let’s step into the new year together—no resolutions required!