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Join me, life coach Leslie Crudup Villagarcia and my ever inquisitive co-host, Meka, as we examine personal development books through the lens of intersectionality, making self help content more accessible and relatable. What is intersectionality? According to Dr. Kimberlé Crenshaw, who coined the term in 1989, "Intersectionality is a metaphor for understanding the ways that multiple forms of inequality or disadvantage sometimes compound themselves and create obstacles that often are not und ...
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In this footnote, Meka explores the main points from an article by Lori S. Katz Ph.D. In the article, she offers 5 essential strategies for communication in the context of sexual trauma. Read the full article below: https://www.psychologytoday.com/au/blog/healing-from-sexual-trauma/202008/5-essential-strategies-for-effective-communication Send us a…
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In this Footnote, Leslie tells a story about how her ex weaponised non-violent communication against her. Let this be a reminder that power imbalances need to be taken into consideration when recommending NVC as a mediation strategy! Otherwise, those with oppression in mind can use it to bolster their oppressive behaviours. Send us a text linktr.ee…
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"What could possibly be wrong with Non-Violent Communication? Haven't you two gone a bit too far with your cheeky deep dives this time??" I hear you ask. Well, listen to what we have to say and decide if, perhaps, we haven't gone far enough! We expect a more responsible presentation of influential concepts from people as world-renowned as the late …
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Content warning: Frank discussion of pregnancy loss This footnote is about things not to say when someone has had a miscarriage. Have you ever wondered what to say to support a friend who has experienced pregnancy loss? Well, most of the time it's not about what you say, but about how well you listen! Leslie speaks very openly about her history wit…
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Poor people don’t want money enough, apparently 🙄. And in other news, the reason you attract bad people is that you are a bad person! ….Yeah, this was all news to us as well. Join us, Leslie and Meka, as we dissect yet another book that completely dismisses the role of privilege on success, You Are a Badass, by Jen Sincero. While there are some thi…
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Here's another previously unpublished footnote from our episode on No Excuses, by Brian Tracy. In this footnote, Leslie goes off about toxic behaviours that are accepted in too many monogamous relationships. We speak very openly about being both queer and polyamorous, so when Tracy insists that married people must avoid engaging with members of 'th…
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Here's another previously unpublished footnote from way back in Chapter 2, in which we spoke about The Lifechanging Magic of Tidying Up, by Marie Kondo! In this footnote, Meka tells us about an app he uses to prevent gaining clutter by accidentally re-buying things. Different systems work for different people, and for those of us who are neurodiver…
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Here's a previously unpublished footnote to keep y'all warm while Meka is away being a genius! This was originally attached to Chapter 8: Girl Wash Your Face, by Rachel Hollis. In this footnote, Meka explains the difference between Toxic Positivity and having an overall positive mindset. Toxic Positivity is incredibly harmful, yet so heavily presen…
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content warning: eating disorders, spiritual abuse, suicidal ideation, cult mentality This is the story of why Meka had to stop watching to documentary part way through. Let this be another cautionary tale for anyone who still turns to Robbins and people like him for 'guidance' or puts self-help gurus on a pedestal. Send us a text linktr.ee/lesliev…
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This is a story about Leslie's first Success Resources experience (2018), which was also her first and only live Tony Robbins experience. Like, seriously, she had to make herself a Bingo card for day 2 just to stay engaged. Have a listen! A screenshot of the Bingo card in question Also, Mike Winnet gets a mention here, so definitely check out his v…
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Tony Robbins has been upheld as the number 1 personal development guru of our time. BUT is he doing more harm than good? And should someone with such power in the self help world be held to a higher standard of ethics? In this chapter, we’ve changed things up a little bit and sunk our teeth into a documentary, Tony Robbins: I Am Not Your Guru, rath…
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So, we've been producing Thriving Between the Lines for a little while now so, we figured it's about time we do a little roundup of our experience thus far. When we set out to create a podcast examining personal development books through the lens of intersectionality, we weren't exactly sure what we were signing up for. We just knew that the topic …
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This is a little story about a piece of art Meka once made as an illustration of his worry and anxiety. Have you ever tried to shove your worries into a box? Then perhaps you can relate. Click below to see the image in question: Meka's worry box Send us a text linktr.ee/leslievcoaching - Get in touch with us and book a free intro. Life Coaching con…
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As an openly depressed/anxious life coach, I am very sceptical about any form of media that claims to offer a 'cure' for worry. So, naturally, there was no way this book was not going to be tossed under our microscope. We're going wayyyy back in time and diving into a self-help classic, How to Stop Worrying and Start Living, by Dale Carnegie! Can a…
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In this footnote, Meka asks Leslie a set of questions that started trending back in the mid-2010s. This topic came up in the full episode on Girl, Wash Your Face, by Rachel Hollis during a chat about the ethics around adoption. Full question list: 1. Pro-Life or Pro-Choice? 2. Babywearing? 3. Circumcision? 4. Adoption? 5. Baby piercing? 6. Breast m…
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In this episode, we dive into the 2018 New York Times Bestseller 'Girl, Wash Your Face" by Rachel Hollis. Rachel Hollis built her brand on a platform of being super 'relatable'.....until it stopped working for her. Join us as we examine some key themes in this book through the lens of intersectionality. Some of our questions: - What is the differen…
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This is a story about the time Leslie was pushed into a mental health crisis that led to her transitioning into a new career. Let this be a lesson to any managers or supervisors out there-- psychological safety is important! Send us a text linktr.ee/leslievcoaching - Get in touch with us and book a free intro. Life Coaching consult!…
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When the author or "Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products" then sells us the solution to our constant distraction, it's natural to be a little suspicious. Nir Eyal has been tremendously influential in the business/tech world for his insights into how companies can design services and products that will keep consumers wanting more, more, MORE!…
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In this footnote, Meka and Tash dive into the dangers of linking weight gain with habits, based on their own personal experiences having gained and lost significant amounts of weight. Criticism, toxic praise, Eating disorders, healthcare discrimination, financial guilt associated with taking care of oneself...these things are just the tip of the ic…
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Leslie reflects on how becoming a parkour instructor helped solidify good habits while reflecting with Tash on signs that a group has become culty or restrictive. Send us a text linktr.ee/leslievcoaching - Get in touch with us and book a free intro. Life Coaching consult!Av Leslie V. Coaching
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We were thrilled to be joined by the business and marketing superstar Tash Corbin for this very special episode about one of the most influential personal development books of our time, Atomic Habits, by James Clear. Tash is a superhero in the world of consent-based marketing and facilitates a thriving online community of women and non-binary entre…
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I think we're calling this one... a special insert? We decided it was time to talk more in depth about the origins of The Vanguard Book Club for Personal Development: Why it's been going strong for nearly 3 years, what inspired its genesis, and who we do and DON'T want to make welcome into the space 😜. Remember, we're all about intersectionality! 🏳…
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What happens when the one who keeps moving your cheese is your own body?? Here's a little story about Leslie's most frustrating chronic condition, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). Send us a text linktr.ee/leslievcoaching - Get in touch with us and book a free intro. Life Coaching consult!Av Leslie V. Coaching
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What can a story about a pair of mice and a couple of miniature people teach us about adapting to change? Quite a bit, actually. However, when that story is used by people in power to wield control over others, should we really look to it for inspiration? Who Moved My Cheese, by Dr Spencer Johnson was published in the late '90s and has been upheld …
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This is a brief chat between Rudi and Meka, two gender non-conforming folks who know what it's like to push through the fear of living outside of gender norms. Send us a text linktr.ee/leslievcoaching - Get in touch with us and book a free intro. Life Coaching consult!Av Leslie V. Coaching
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As a trans man, Meka has had to fight hard for his place as a man. So how does he feel when people trash men as a whole around him? In this footnote, we chat about Meka's most influential models of manhood as well as some men we see as examples of positive masculinity. Send us a text linktr.ee/leslievcoaching - Get in touch with us and book a free …
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This is a story about how easily Leslie has disappointed some white men on dates simply by not being 'the kind of Black woman' they're looking for. Maybe she's just not the right 'temperature' on the David Deida scale? ::shrug:: Also in this footnote: the kind of thing that happens to Leslie in the presence of super attractive Black men Send us a t…
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What does it really take to be a 'superior man'? What are the actual societal impacts of expressions like 'the masculine' and 'the feminine' and the idea of 'sexual polarity'? Do these ideas leave any space for the existence of gender non-conforming folks? Oh! And did you know that the way to tame a woman who is acting up is to lick her neck?? Yeah…
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This is a story about one way in which Meka's wonderful partner, a straight, cisgender man, supported him through his gender transition. Prepare to say 'awwwwww'! Send us a text linktr.ee/leslievcoaching - Get in touch with us and book a free intro. Life Coaching consult!Av Leslie V. Coaching
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In this footnote, Leslie tells a story about how her life-long love of photography led to her passion for capturing the raw authenticity of human rights activists through close-up candid portraiture. Follow Leslie on instagram @leslievcoaching to get notified when her activism-specific insta goes live. Also mentioned in this story - Leslie's Black …
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The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts has sold over 5 million copies and has been published in over 38 languages. But, what is the underlying message of the book? Why is this book actually for, and which marginalised communities may be negatively impacted by its message? And why do so many people try to put its ideas into practice wit…
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What is a mum to do when her 5-year-old takes it upon herself to bag up her precious memories so she can get started on the process of growing up? In this footnote, Jennifer chats with us about the day her budding minimalist claimed her own identity with the help of a big bag of stuff! Don't forget to listen to Chapter 2: The Life-Changing Magic of…
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This is the brief story of my unpublished travel podcast. I had recorded a bunch of stories about my travels through the Arabian Peninsula and Southeast Asia. So, where did they all go? They went to data heaven courtesy of a flood at my house in Vietnam. Have a listen to find out what I learned from the whole ordeal. Send us a text linktr.ee/leslie…
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In this footnote, Jennifer generously shares the story of buying a pretty sexy pair of shoes that she couldn't afford. She tells us why she bought them, why she hung onto them despite not having anywhere to wear them, and what she learned from the experience! These are the shoes in question. To be fair, they do look pretty damn awesome! https://i.p…
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Jennifer Burger (@simplyfiercely) is a professional decluttering expert! She is a prolific blogger on the subjects of decluttering and minimalism and also teaches courses on clearing out clutter in a mindful and sustainable fashion. My (Leslie) first encounter with Jennifer at a Christmas party in 2023 led to a 4-hour long, prosecco-fueled conversa…
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In this footnote, Meka tells the story of his decision to transition and the realisation that he had no excuses NOT to live his truth and become the amazing dude we all know and love today. Send us a text linktr.ee/leslievcoaching - Get in touch with us and book a free intro. Life Coaching consult!Av Leslie V. Coaching
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In this footnote, Leslie tells the story of how she joined a Skype meeting to plan a national parkour gathering while she was in labour with her rainbow baby! Content warning: recurrent pregnancy loss Send us a text linktr.ee/leslievcoaching - Get in touch with us and book a free intro. Life Coaching consult!…
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Get to know more about us, your fun-loving hosts, and the purpose behind this podcast! I, Leslie, am a full-time life coach. I also host a personal development book club. My cohost, Meka, and I are also unapologetic in our beliefs in social justice and in our support of marginalised communities. There has long been a clash between personal developm…
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Wow....just wow! When two goofballs create a podcast about the influence of privilege on success, there really are 'No Excuses' for not starting with this book! Does everyone start out in life with equal opportunities? Brian Tracy thinks so. Is extreme personal responsibility ALL that it takes to succeed in business, work, and romance? Eh.....let's…
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Join me, life coach Leslie Crudup Villagarcia, and my ever inquisitive co-host, Meka, as we examine personal development books through the lens of intersectionality, making self help content more accessible and relatable. What is intersectionality? According to Dr. Kimberlé Crenshaw, who coined the term in 1989, "Intersectionality is a metaphor for…
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