Tired of doom scrolling? This episode delivers the positive environmental and humanitarian news you won't see in mainstream media. Discover how 350+ political prisoners gained freedom in Nicaragua, learn about Ocean Cleanup's massive 30 million kilogram milestone fighting the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, and celebrate the Iberian lynx coming back from near extinction.

We're breaking down why conservation works, how communities fight back (Leonardo DiCaprio's new film analysis), and why Thanksgiving traditions matter more than ever. Plus: honest reviews of the hottest 2025 movies including One Guy After Another and Sinners, behind the scenes at the One Piece Symphony in Toronto, and why Ms. Rachel is changing early childhood education.

What You'll Learn: ✨ Environmental wins: Ocean cleanup progress, species recovery stories, and frog immunity breakthroughs ✨ Humanitarian victories: Nicaragua prisoner release details the media ignored ✨ Fall lifestyle tips: Thanksgiving traditions, cozy season essentials, and family bonding ideas ✨ Pop culture deep dives: Leonardo DiCaprio's timely immigration thriller, Michael B. Jordan's Sinners reviewed, anime symphony experiences

Perfect for eco conscious millennials, anime fans, parents seeking positive news, and anyone who needs hope in 2025. Grab your iced chai latte and cozy blanket for this feel good episode that proves real change is possible when communities work together.

Topics: climate change solutions, wildlife conservation success, political prisoners release, Thanksgiving family traditions, fall aesthetic, movie reviews 2025, One Piece live symphony, Ms Rachel impact, environmental activism, community organizing

Discover why friendship is the secret to long-term relationship success, backed by science and real experience. In this episode, host Elizabeth Teo shares 10+ years of marriage wisdom, explaining why marrying your best friend beats the "bad boy" romance trope. Learn how shared interests, trust, and genuine connection create relationships that last.

Plus, celebrate environmental victories including New York's heat pump revolution and the Hague's groundbreaking fossil fuel ad ban. Get recommendations for fall favorites like Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, Harry Potter marathons, and Gilmore Girls rewatches.

Also covered: the harsh reality of Ontario's daycare waitlists and what the $10-a-day program means for families struggling to find childcare.

Topics covered:

• Relationship advice: Why best friends make the best partners
• The science of friendship-based romance
• Environmental good news from around the world
• Demon Slayer movie review and anime recommendations
• Fall entertainment guide
• Ontario daycare crisis and childcare costs

Perfect for anyone seeking relationship wisdom, environmental optimism, or thoughtful cultural commentary.

Tired of doom scrolling? Discover the positive changes happening right now in 2025! In this uplifting episode of the Thoughtful Advocate Podcast, host Elizabeth Teo breaks down real progress across four critical areas: renewable energy breakthroughs (US hits 51% clean energy milestone!), child labor accountability legislation, sustainable fashion innovations, and gun safety reforms at the state level.

Plus, explore heartwarming culture recommendations including the viral film "Nonnas" about grandmothers cooking authentic Italian food, and discover community initiatives like Little Free Libraries and dementia-friendly restaurants in Japan that are bringing people together.

Perfect for anyone seeking hope, positive news, environmental progress updates, and proof that collective action creates real change. Whether you're passionate about climate solutions, ethical fashion, community building, or just need a break from negative news cycles, this episode proves good news still exists.

Topics covered: Renewable energy statistics 2025, electric vehicle adoption rates, child labor legislation, sustainable fashion brands, gun safety red flag laws, community connection ideas, feel-good stories

Listen if you love: Positive psychology, environmental activism, social justice, hope-focused content, One Piece references, and believing in a better future

Ever wondered how to actually get started in sustainability careers? Host Elizabeth Teo breaks down the real, messy truth about building an environmental career, no perfect path required.

What you'll discover:

• How to break into sustainability jobs without an environmental degree
• Why your first "green" job doesn't have to be your dream job
• Real career stories from waste management, environmental nonprofits, and government roles
• How side projects (like zero waste blogging) can open doors to paid opportunities
• Key skills and steps to build your sustainability career from the ground up How to Build a Career in Sustainability: Key Skills and Steps – Harvard FAS | Mignone Center for Career Success
• Why representation matters in environmental fields
• How to handle toxic workplaces in the green sector

Perfect for:

• Recent graduates wondering "what the heck is a sustainability career?"
• Career changers passionate about environmental impact
• Anyone feeling lost in the competitive green job market
• People who want to make a difference but don't know where to start

Elizabeth shares her honest journey from crying at her first environmental job to landing a role in waste management policy proving that sustainability jobs are growing and becoming more competitive 6 Actionable Ways to Launch Your Environmental Conservation Career – Career & Internship Center | University of Washington, but there's room for everyone willing to start somewhere.

Your path doesn't have to be perfect, it just has to be yours. Subscribe now and join a community of people who care about creating a better world.

Are you exhausted from trying to be perfect all the time? Do you spend hours editing emails, feel sick when you think you'll disappoint someone, or say yes when your whole body is screaming no? You're not alone, and you're not broken, you're experiencing trauma responses that once kept you safe as a child.

In this deeply personal episode, I share my journey of understanding perfectionism and people pleasing as survival strategies rooted in childhood trauma and conditional love. Growing up in an environment where mistakes felt dangerous and love depended on performance, my nervous system learned that perfect behavior meant safety and everyone's happiness meant I wouldn't be abandoned.

What you'll discover in this episode:

• The psychological research behind perfectionism as a trauma response
• Why perfectionism and people pleasing almost always go together
• How childhood trauma creates these survival patterns
• Personal stories of growing up with conditional love and generational trauma
• Why motherhood intensified these patterns (and how it also helped heal them)
• The neuroscience of how perfectionism activates the same pathways as anxiety disorders
• Practical tools for healing: setting timers while editing, practicing "good enough" standards, starting with small "no's"
• How to transform survival strategies into conscious, healthy choices

Signs you might relate:

• Spending way too much time perfecting projects out of fear they won't be good enough
• Feeling responsible for managing everyone else's emotions
• Apologizing constantly for things that aren't your fault
• Avoiding conflict at all costs, even when it means sacrificing your truth
• Having impossibly high standards for yourself but normal standards for others

This isn't about eliminating your high standards or empathy, it's about transforming them from survival mode into conscious choices. Learn how to be authentically yourself while still caring about quality and others.

Join Elizabeth Teo on The Thoughtful Advocate as she sits down with Isaiah Hernandez (@queerbrownvegan), the viral environmental educator with 123K+ Instagram followers who's redefining climate activism for 2025.

In this powerful conversation, Isaiah shares his journey from facing environmental injustice in LA to becoming a globally recognized climate educator featured in Vogue and The New York Times. Discover how his Mexican-American heritage and queer identity fuel his unique approach to environmental justice, why he turned down Berkeley's master's program to focus on his upcoming book "Dear Environmentalist" (2027), and how he's building sustainable income as a creator in the climate space.

Key Topics:

✓ Environmental racism and data centers - the hidden climate threat

✓ Queer ecology and challenging nature's "normal"

✓ Building diverse income streams as an environmental creator

✓ The intersection of LGBTQ+ rights and climate justice

✓ Mental health, family relationships, and activism

✓ Creating authentic content that educates and inspires

Perfect for: Climate activists, environmental educators, BIPOC creators, LGBTQ+ advocates, sustainability enthusiasts, and anyone seeking authentic climate leadership in 2025.

What are the benefits of having children? How do you bond with your baby? Does parenthood really change everything?

Join Elizabeth Teo on The Thoughtful Advocate Podcast as she tackles Google's most-searched parenting questions with raw honesty. As a first-time mom to 8-month-old Ace, Elizabeth shares the unexpected joy of motherhood that transformed her from an independent career woman into someone who dreams of being a stay-at-home mom.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• The real benefits of having children (beyond what you expect)
• Proven bonding techniques that actually work with your baby
• How motherhood completely changes your perspective on life
• Why going back to work feels impossible after maternity leave
• The guilt, joy, and beautiful chaos of new parenthood

From first smiles to peekaboo games, from sleepless nights to unconditional love, this is an unfiltered look at what no one tells you about having kids. Perfect for expecting parents, new moms, or anyone wondering "should I have children?"

Feeling climate doom from endless bad news? This episode answers the questions everyone's Googling: Can big companies really help climate change? Do individual choices matter? Which companies are actually sustainable?

Discover surprising success stories including Microsoft's $1B climate fund, a Danish company that cut emissions by 87%, and how Tesla forced the entire auto industry to go electric. Plus, learn about simple apps saving 200M+ meals from waste.

We tackle the most searched climate questions:

• Are companies greenwashing or making real change?
• Can 100 companies responsible for 71% of emissions actually help?
• Do individual actions matter in fighting climate change?
• Which sustainable brands are worth supporting?
• How can I make a difference without burning out?

Get practical tips for supporting climate-positive companies, from buying secondhand to using apps that reduce food waste. Climate hope is real, here's the proof you need to keep going.