An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly sit down with Jill Howell for an insightful conversation about the nervous system. Together, they explore how the nervous system influences our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and why understanding it can be a powerful tool for personal growth.Jill's storyNervous System rewiringSomatic healingHealing the relationship with ourselvesInternal Family Systems and somatic healingBrain Retraining and EFT TappingInner Child healingGoing to the parts that hold the woundsNervous system dysregulation and regulation definedWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly talk about their pickleball experience. Sydney had not played before.Fun way to meet peopleMy experience with Dill Dinkers has been positive...have levels of playersOffers lessons...private and groupFun for all agesWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly explore relationships and who we are in relation to others. From friendships and family dynamics to romantic partnerships and everyday interactions, we reflect on how our identities are shaped, challenged, and refined through connection.How are we defined by relationshipsMy expectations versus other people's expectations of meExpectations of showing upWhen you lose yourself in a relationshipIt takes a lot of energy to be who are notAccepting growth in othersUnhealthy relationshipsWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly take a look back at some of the topics we’ve explored over the past season We share the ways our perspectives have shifted and where we’ve experienced real growth. It’s an honest, sometimes surprising check-in on what happens when you don’t just talk about growth—you actually live it.Navigating changes...how Sydney has grown. Its the little things that are harder to deal with at times.Managing emotions through changesKelly navigating changes and life eventsCuriosity...area of growth for KellyResettingComparisonsUnder and over controlledRootednessWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly take a light-hearted look at the things they think are overrated—and the ones that deserve a little more love. Expect playful debate, a few hot takes, and plenty of laughs along the way.Website: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly talk about the idea of “the road not taken”—how life unfolds through the choices we make and the ones we don’t. Sydney and Kelly reflect on decision-making, uncertainty, and the stories we tell ourselves about alternate paths. We also explore the spiritual side of decisions: listening for guidance, trusting intuition, and making peace with outcomes when clarity only comes in hindsight.Our personal roads not takenWe can't know what "might have been"Obstacles may force a different pathGod/Divine and how we understand that in the roads taken and not takenThe unknown and mysteryThe patience of listening while you have to keep goingWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly continue our talk with Glenn Revell, who shares his inspiring journey of growth and leadership. Glenn opens up about the experiences that shaped his path, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and how he continues to empower others through authentic leadership.Better the teams know themselves and each other, the better performanceGlenn's past experience plays into present leadershipCommonality with personal growth and leadershipAssessing joys and painsConnecting peopleAccepting failure as a part of growth and leadershipLife-work balance---finding your spaceFun readsServing the community--representing educatorsWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly sit down with Glenn Revell, who shares his inspiring journey of growth and leadership. Glenn opens up about the experiences that shaped his path, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and how he continues to empower others through authentic leadership.Background, influence of sportsTransitioning from sports to other careersShifting of dreamsImprove and its influenceRoot cause analysisMy value is not in my achievementWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly sit down to talk about attention span—what’s shaping it, how it’s changing, and what that means for our daily lives.Define attention spanAttention span by agesMulti-tasking is a myth--you are task-switchingWhat are our distractionsWhat helps you and works for you to block out distractionsTaking breaksChanging your environmentSet small goalsWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly dive into the topic of gossip and ask an uncomfortable question: is there good gossip? They unpack why gossip is so tempting, where it crosses lines, and how it impacts our relationships and personal growth.Define gossipThe temptation of gossipVenting with your peopleGood gossip is helpful, informs and connectsBad gossip distorts the truth, is harmfulHurts the reputation of the talkerGossip rooted in insecurity and jealousyCheck yourselfWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

Sydney and Kelly compare their experiences with Paint with a Twist and splatter paint art in this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth. Through paint, play, and a little chaos, they discover surprising lessons about control, creativity, and growth.Website: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly delve into the topic of longing. Longing and yearning often carry negative connotations, yet they can be essential to personal growth.Longing or yearning...different than a want,Goes deep to our core and has a spiritual connectionOften negative connotations, longing for things of the past or things that just are not possibleLonging...arising from a sense of lack...has potential for transformationLonging for hope, peace, love, joy...a deeper sense of theseCultivating what we long forWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly explore a powerful question: Do you really know what you want? They unpack how desires are shaped, why clarity is so hard to find, and how self-awareness can guide meaningful choices.Do you know what you want?Wants and needsWants are not selfishThe price of a wantIdentifying what we wantWants can take a while to reachWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly explore perception—how we experience and interpret the world through our senses, past experiences, and internal narratives. They discuss how perception shapes our relationships, choices, and emotional responses, and why becoming aware of our own perspective can be a powerful tool for growth.Defining perceptionDefinite perceptions and filtered perceptionHow we experience the world around us can affect our behaviorSelf perceptionOther peoples perception can become our ownPerceiveing situations and how we are in themPerceptions can be changedPerceptions and realityWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly explore what it means to navigate change with grace. From life transitions to shifting expectations, they discuss how to stay grounded, respond with intention, and cultivate resilience along the way. Whether change feels exciting or overwhelming, this conversation offers gentle insights and practical tools for moving forward with openness and confidence.Resisting changeOur brains are wired to like predictibility Living in the mystery of the unknownExternal securities Internal securityPersonal experiences with changeWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly talk about games—board games, holiday favorites, and the ways play connects us, brings joy, and sometimes reveals a little more about ourselves.History of gamesGame traditionsOur personal favoritesWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly sit down with Bernie Byars, LPC, for an insightful conversation about food and eating challenges that often surface during the holiday season. Together, they explore the emotional, relational, and cultural pressures surrounding meals, and Bernie offers practical guidance for navigating these moments.Society has moralized food...labeling what is "good" and "bad"Mindset for holiday eatingAll foods have a time and placeYou don't have to eat what you don't likeDon't go into a meal starvingKnowing when you are hungry or fullNot judging others or ourselvesWhat I eat should be the least important thing about meDon't yuck on other people's yumFat is not badWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly sit down with Bernie Byars, LPC, for an insightful conversation about boundaries—what they are, why they matter, and how to navigate them with clarity and compassion.Defining a boundary..yeses and nos, to safeguard your own wellbeingPeople pleasing...can interfere with our boundariesBeing uncomfortable may be a sign you need a boundaryMisusing a boundary...controlling or manipulating another personBoundaries are only about yourselfBoundaries don't need to be over-explainedBoundaries with using wordsSelf-respect grows when setting boundariesAsking for what you need, not just what you don't needWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly get curious about curiosity itself—what it is, why it matters, and how it can shape the way we learn, connect, and grow.Importance of curiosity, especially in these timesDefinition of curiosityRelationshipsCuriosity and growth mindsetFear and curiosityPatience, curiosity and dopamineWhat keeps us from being curiousWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

Rest Meditation

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly explore the importance of rest — what it truly means, why it's essential for our well-being, and the many forms it can take beyond just sleep.Rest for Kelly feels like a big exhale for your entire being...for your soulSleep and processing at nightPhysical rest can be active and restorativeGetting physical body out of stress modeBenefits of physical restSensory restEmotional rest...not fighting our emotionsSocial restCreative restSpiritual restWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

Resetting Meditation

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly explore practical ways to reset your day when things don’t start off as planned—because a rough morning doesn’t have to mean a bad day.When you wake up on the wrong side of the bedOne off thing triggers othersHow do we reset when we have done somethingHow to reset when things are said or done to usWhat is in your controlHow to set things aside and then come back to themGiving yourself time to feel the emotionsReframingGiving back other's emotions and "stuff" for them to deal with....letting goI don't have to carry other's angerWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly explore the process of making decisions—what influences them and the practical tools we can use to navigate them. People often say, “pray about it,” but what might that really mean?What does "pray about it" really mean?Forced decisionsSteps in decision makingLong and short term impactOutside pressuresTrusting your instinctsThe Decision Tree--a visual diagramWhat do you valueAfter the decisionWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Kyle, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly have a conversation about regrets—what they teach us, how they linger, and how we can find peace with them.Regret to feel sad about something has been doneHow long do we spend with regret?Types of regret...words, actions, actions not takenSelf forgiveness and regretGaining PerspectiveLearning from regretGrace and forgivenessReframingPerception vs. factsWhat actions can be takenWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Kyle, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly continue our conversation with Podcaster and Life Coach Kristin Messegee for an insightful conversation about the Enneagram—exploring how it can deepen self-awareness, improve relationships, and guide personal growth.The work of the enneagram is to turn toward the thing we least want toHead Center--fear is at core--constant thinkingBody, Gut Center--feeling and intuitionHeart Center--holding on to who they areEnneagram is about helping yourself, and it is also relationalEnneagram offers the opportunity to recognize when operating in unhealthy waysWhere can we mature in our emotional healthIt is a way to connect with our SourceWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Kyle, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly sit down with podcaster and life coach Kristin Messegee for an insightful conversation about the Enneagram—exploring how it can deepen self-awareness, improve relationships, and guide personal growth.What is the Enneagram? Not just a personality quizRoots are more spiritual...lots of movement within itNine ways to be disconnected to SourceGetting back to who we really areWe come in with certain sensitivitiesNine types grouped into triadsTriads...how we primarily process the worldThe enneagram shows us the strategies we use to navigate the worldWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Kyle, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly dive into the topic of comparison — the good, the bad, and everything in between.Healthy comparisonsStarting when we are youngWe don't know the whole storyTakes away individuality...conformingComparisons feed doubtPutting boundaries around comparisonsGratitude journalComparing ourselves to lift ourselves upLook inward, what are my valuesWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly take a light-hearted look at myths we were told in our childhood. Do you need to rinse your hair until it squeaks?Watermelon seeds and swallowing gumSwimming after eatingCracking your knuckles myth You lose more body heat through your headOther hair mythsFoods we eatWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly share their experience of Axe Throwing. Wow, could it be a new hobby?Went to Class Axe Throwing in San Antonio, which has locations in various cities in the U.S.History of axe throwing--relatively new as recreation, league started in a back yard in CanadaStaff was very helpful in teaching and then helping along the wasThey offer different gamesCompetitive spiritGreat thing to do with family over the holidays or with friendsNeed longer than an hour to be able to visit while playing the gamesGroup/team building for businesses and groupsWe would do it again for sure!Website: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode, Sydney and Kelly take a lighthearted look into the world of overused, confusing, or downright annoying adages and phrases. From "it is what it is" to "everything happens for a reason," they unpack why some common sayings rub people the wrong way. Expect laughter, a bit of ranting, and maybe even a few suggestions for phrases that shouldcatch on instead. Tune in for a fun conversation that might just make you think twice the next time someone says, "at the end of the day..."We all hear things differentlyWe are inspired by different sayingsWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly dive into the traits of under-controlled and over-controlled personalities. Over and under control and our emotionsTraits and tendencies of over-controlled personalitiesTraits and tendencies of under-controlled personalitiesThe spectrum of bothThe impact of these on choicesBeing able to recognize your traits and find the humor as well as ways you may want to growThere are benefits to both of these personality typesWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly dive into a conversation about the things we carry with us—memories, emotions, and experiences that shape who we are. Together, they explore how to recognize what no longer serves us, the price we are paying, and how to begin the process of letting go to make space for healing and growth.Material things we hang ontoSurrounding ourselves with thingsHabits we cling to for comfortRelationships Stories of ourselves that do not fit anymoreIdeas of success that we chaseStoring anger, resentments, even our joysEmptiness and spaciousnessLetting go makes roomWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly share strategies for making the transition from vacation to routine daily life. Sydney shares her 30th birthday experienceTransitioning from vacation and the the blues it can causeDon't use the last days of vacation thinking about what awaits you at homeAllowing yourself those feelings of sadness or whatever it may be when you return home. Bring small adventures into you routine lifeCelebrate making it through the first week backPace of vacation versus the pace of routine lifeFind what you enjoy about your daily routine and having that bring comfortBuilding in relaxation time when you returnWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly conclude their series on roots and personal growth.Growing our own roots is not isolatingTrees communicate with one anotherOthers help us in deepening our rootsHow does it feel to be rootedKnowing when your roots are in need of nurtureRoots and communityWe are dependent on one another, interconnectedWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly continue our series on roots and personal growth. We take a look at how our roots can have an impact on others. Rootedness as your source, connectednessOur rootedness allows others to lean on at timesCan be beside others as they develop their rootsNot taking on other's rootsFamily tree and starting your own rootsRescuing and fixing hinders others self development Website: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly continue the series on rootedness. This episode explores practices, how inward and outward growth complement each other.Why care about our rootsGrowing deeper roots while also growing outwardOutward growth can lead to inward growthTime for bothListening deeply to know what is neededSmall things that are beyond ourselvesPractices for rootednessWhen we have felt uprootedThere are times we just get toppled overLiving in uprootedness...for a timeWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly begin a series on Rooted-ness and growing inward and outward. In this episode we explain what we mean by rooted-ness and explore things that we are rooted in.Rootedness as the heart or core, the source of supportWhat makes up that source or core?Cultural roots, Spiritual roots, familial roots, friendships, ritualsHow do our roots deepen?Grounding places that nourish rootsHow do we practice feeling rooted?What do you do to establish roots when feel you didn't grow up with rootedness?What do we plant ourselves in?Website: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly discuss their experience at a "Chinese Take-Out" cooking class.Overall good experienceWould be fun to go with a groupVery informative and well taughtEggrolls, Kung Pao Chicken, Fried Green Beans, Fried RiceShared all prep work with 3 others, so didn't do as much as I would have likedAt the end, a little short on food, some didn't get any chickenOver all, would do it again, maybe pickier about the menuWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly take a look at Kelly's passions, which include dreams and stories.DreamsLayers of DreamsUniversality of DreamsInterpreting your dreamSymbolismPaying attention to dreamsStories...we all have themStories and connections, tapestry of lifeRelationships...being presentWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney shares what she is passionate about as Kelly gets to ask all the questions. Gentle ParentingGentle parenting is not permissive parentingGentle or sturdy parentingIt is about boundaries and natural consequencesCo-regulation and modelingRepair with your childClassical music is for everyoneAlexis FfrenchTry a concertWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Kyle, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly take a playful yet, insightful look at boredom.Lack of interest, motivation, and engagement in the world around usMatching energy level to activityWhat do you do when you are bored?Reasons for boredomMismatch between how much we want to engage cognitively and the taskWhat is the energy level you are wanting to fillWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Kyle, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly have fun exploring the idea of interdependence.Interdependence: interconnected and mutual reliance in relationships to people and all creationEnvironment, ecosystems, family, traffic, agriculture, water, sports teams....TheologicalDoes not take away all independenceIt can have negative effects and lead to conflictsWe are made to live in communityInter-beingAwareness of self and othersWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Kyle, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly share a bit of their personal spiritual journeys. Church as a part of childhood for SydneySydney had a rough patch being a part of the youth group, but found a place in choir.Learning faith through songsSustained through rough life experiencesChurch aren't perfectKelly found a place to belong within the church after moving in high schoolUndergrad and masters in religious educationChurch is made up of people...need a lot of graceIts community and it can be hardExamine your faith for yourself, seek, question...growWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Kyle, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!

In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly take a look at what is unique about Millennials and their spirituality.Focus on personal journeyBlend various traditions and faithsOnline access to retreats and groups, appsWholistic wellness and spiritualityLook to the church as well as other places for answersOkay with not having solid answersCommunity is importantAllowing for questioningWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuidePatreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGuidetoPersonalGrowthShout out to Lauren, Jake, Kyle, Nicole, Cassie, and Cassidy our Patreon supporters!