Entry #48. Today we're tackling the age-old question that every single one of us has likely pondered.....do you like him? Or do you like the *idea* of him? In other words, girl talk is back! 30% OFF PROLOGUES MERCH: theprologuespodcast.com WHERE TO FIND ME: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mary.cj.skinner - Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprologuespodcast - Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarySkinner - Business inquiries / submissions for upcoming Q&A episodes:...

Entry #47 - in which I fail to make a more upbeat, less depressing episode of this show lmao. Y'all, I KNOW some of you have been listening to TTPD and reliving religious trauma, so in this episode, I walk through a few of the most significant songs and lyrics to me. Also - I find I'm drinking a bit more than usual lately, which makes me want to re-evaluate again, and I'm also not sure if my drinking habits will change after I move? Finally, I share a few thoughts about the Tiktok news - what...

Entry #46. Simply Balanced's Taylor Grasso is here to answer listener questions for a registered dietitian! I loved getting the chance to sit down and chat with Taylor, and I learned so much from this episode - like the importance of blood sugar balance, how to craft the perfect snack plate, and so much more. If you liked this episode, make sure to check out Taylor @simplyhealthyrd on Tiktok and Instagram, and listen to her podcast, Simply Balanced! This episode is sponsored by Bondi Boost....

Entry #45. I know this might sound contradictory coming from an influencer and content creator, but I feel that social media addiction is a concerning problem in our current culture, and I believe strongly in learning how to practice healthy habits and mindful moderation when it comes to social media consumption. I've had an off and on struggle with social media addiction, and today I'm sharing my story and helpful (scary?) information I've found in various studies and articles online that...

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Entry #41. ARTICLES MENTIONED Tiktok ban: https://www.cnn.com/2024/03/16/tech/congress-privacy-tiktok-meta-social-network/index.html https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/13/technology/tiktok-ban-law-congress.html https://www.npr.org/2024/03/13/1237501725/house-vote-tiktok-ban https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-53476117 Oil pulling: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9602184/ Bilateral movement for anxiety:...

Entry #40. Today I am joined by psychodynamic therapist Dr. Shelby Reep for a vulnerable conversation about mental health, trauma, and healing. Dr. Reep has a doctorate in clinical psychology and uses a trauma-informed approach to work with patients on a variety of topics, including religious trauma. As someone who has dealt with severe religious trauma, I was moved and encouraged by our conversation, and I hope this episode reaches anyone who may need it. Around the one hour mark, we also...

Entry #39. Today's episode is a fun debrief on what the Prologues girlies are spring cleaning out of their lives. I share about how I'm currently feeling an urge to take stock of my life and get rid of everything no longer serving me, and then we go through listener submissions to see what else just has to go. See you next Monday x 30% OFF PROLOGUES MERCH: theprologuespodcast.com WHERE TO FIND ME: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mary.cj.skinner - Podcast Instagram:...

Entry #38. When I was younger, I struggled with getting swept away and losing parts of myself in my relationships. Multiple times, I fell into codependent habits, which proved detrimental to my mental health and the health of the relationships overall. It also wasn't fair on the past partners - nobody can be *everything* to somebody else. This is something I've spent years working on in therapy and out, and I am now in a place where I feel strong in my sense of self - which is obviously...

37. At any given moment, I am within three feet of my journal or planner....but like actually. Journaling, planning, and list making are some of my favorite ways to order my thoughts, manage my productivity, regulate my emotions, and stay focused. I have been journaling and planning for years, so this week, I'm sharing my best tips and tricks for forming these new habits. See you next week x RESOURCES Foucault's Panopticon:...

Entry #36. Today's episode is particularly vulnerable, because I'm opening up about struggles I've had for months. I haven't been able to name it until now, but after a few recent sessions with my therapist, I've learned the name: emotional burnout. A result of steady stress over a long period of time, emotional burnout can happen to absolutely anyone, and it requires dedicated self care to heal from. I haven't started healing yet - I'm still in step one, which is realizing that I'm not okay....

Entry #35. No, you're not crazy for thinking your skin has gotten worse since getting a boyfriend. Girl Talk is back for a third round, and we're covering everything from feeling anxious in the gym to faking orgasms. Check out @theprologuespodcast on Instagram to hear from the group about topics like a best friend's husband admitting he was attracted to you, or whether you should delete old text threads from previous partners. See you next Monday x PROLOGUES MERCH:...

Entry #34. See you next Monday x This episode is sponsored by LMNT. FREE SAMPLE PACK OF LMNT WITH PURCHASE: DrinkLMNT.com/MarySkinner They also have a zero-questions-asked return...

Entry #33. This is one of my favorite episodes to date. I have been living with mental illness (bipolar II + ocd) for almost half my life, and it's something that feels present in my closest relationships. I've also supported loved ones through their own difficult times of depression. Today on Prologues, I'm combining both sides of that experience to offer thoughts and advice on loving someone through depression - both loving someone going through depression, and being a good partner to...

Entry #32. *ins and outs start at 20:53* Welcome to the first episode of the new year! After a two week break for the holidays, I am excited to be back. I thought it was only right to kick 2024 off with a big life update session, since this year is going to bring a lot of change for me, and then we discussed everything that is IN and OUT for 2024. Let me know your ins and outs below or on the Prologues instagram! PROLOGUES MERCH: theprologuespodcast.com WHERE TO FIND ME: - Instagram:...

31. I can't believe this is the last episode for 2023. I've been going through an intense period of reflection and reckoning lately, so I thought it would be a good time to catch you up on some personal things I've gone through this year, as well as how I plan to process and move forward. I also look forward to my end of year ritual every year, because it's a time for me to take stock of my life and set intentions for the future. It's one of my favorite moments of the holiday season. I hope...

30. Okay but honestly, it's okay for v*g to smell and taste like v*g. This week on Prologues, we are getting DEEP into girl talk topics, such as how do you know if your partner is the one? Is not wanting kids while your partner does want kids a dealbreaker? How are we making sure we don't get UTIs or yeast infections? Girl talk is literally my favorite subject in the world, and this might be my favorite episode of Prologues so far.. (RE-STOCKING 12.17) MY RELLERY COLLECTION:...

29. (RE-STOCKING 12.19) PROLOGUES MERCH: theprologuespodcast.com WHERE TO FIND ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mary.cj.skinner Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarySkinner Business inquiries / submissions for upcoming Q&A episodes: [email protected]

28. This is an extremely vulnerable episode for me, because it's all about my journey with being an angry girl. Ever since I was a young child, I have struggled to regulate my emotions, not be reactive, and feel safe in my surroundings. Lately, I've been talking to my therapist about why I'm more of the "fight" instead of "flight" type, and this episode is a combination of personal anecdotes and lessons from therapy that have helped illuminate to me why I am such an angry girl. The goal is...

27. Sharing my beauty, fashion, and wellness tips to help avoid a case of the “winter uglies!” The perfume I mentioned was Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 and the hiking boots were the Danner Logger 917 boots PROLOGUES MERCH: theprologuespodcast.com WHERE TO FIND ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mary.cj.skinner Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarySkinner Business inquiries / submissions for upcoming Q&A episodes: [email protected]

26. It's finally my favorite time of year.....the cold part. Today, we're kicking off fall and winter with the first installment of the Prologues hibernation series: my rules for hibernation. Living in harmony with the seasons is all about slowing down, being mindful, resting, and inwardly investing your energy. Consider this episode your sign to embrace winter like you never have before. PROLOGUES MERCH: theprologuespodcast.com WHERE TO FIND ME: Instagram:...

25. WHERE TO FIND ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mary.cj.skinner Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarySkinner Business inquiries / submissions for upcoming Q&A episodes: [email protected]

24. There are many differing, confusing accounts on what manifestation is and how it works, but I think it's fairly simple. In order to manifest, we have to: 1) work through our shit 2) be honest about what we want 3) take aligned action I also share my personal daily manifestation routine that has worked for me time and time again. MANIFESTATION CHALLENGE: this week, take the first step towards manifesting your dream life and get started on those lists. Split a sheet of notebook paper into...