“Up until February, I was doing a great job and felt so good: I got into running, Pilates, fueling my body with healthy food, and working on my dating life. But this past month, I’ve hit a wall...My bad habits are coming back–how can I strengthen my willpower?" 

Consider this episode a masterclass in building healthy habits and ditching habits that don't serve you. Josie shares various potential causes behind a lack of motivation and offers a concrete checklist of what to do to build healthy habits while foregoing unhealthy habits.

"Can you explain the pros and cons of all the different types of milk? Between almond, oat, and dairy, I am so confused about what is the healthiest milk to add to my coffee.”

Josie breaks down the pros, cons, and misconceptions about every popular milk option, the best milk for your goal (such as high-protein or lowered blood sugar) and walks you through her routine (including the best brands, what to order at coffee shops, and a hack to get an organic option for $3)

"I introduced a friend to my friend group and she did something very uncool that caused the rest of my friends to not allow her over again. I want this friend to apologize, but she seems to not think she did anything wrong and brushed it off when I brought it up. I'm embarrassed. Any advice?"

To answer the question, Josie is joined by Everygirl Editor Madeline Galassi to chat about all things friendships, insecurities, and what "The White Lotus" got wrong about friend groups.

In today's episode, Josie shares the five best money tips she has ever heard from guests on the podcast and breaks down why women are innately good with money and why you (yes, you!) can be rich too (while we're at it, we're redefining "rich" BTW–Josie talks about why being rich is more about what you can do than what you have). From thinking of your money like a tree to what Jim Carrey can teach us about tapping into abundance, this episode is packed with inspiring and tangible money advice, including the best rich girl routine you can follow daily, weekly, monthly, and annually.

"I don't want to unintentionally ruin the surprise of the proposal–How do I let go of control knowing my boyfriend wants to propose to me this year?"

Josie talks about how to let go of feeling in control, including why the brain thinks uncertainty means you're unsafe and why you should look at "being surprised" as getting to watch your favorite movie for the first time. She also shares tips to detach so you can focus on the "why" instead of the "how" and "when." Josie also gives an update on her wedding planning process and the biggest tip she would give to all brides or other Everygirls entering their bridal era sometime soon.

“I just got rejected, and it really sucks. Any tips to feel better?”

Josie explains why rejection shouldn't be seen as such a bad thing, and can even be seen as a positive (success in dating or your career is just a numbers game). Using studies, celebrity examples, and a parable, Josie will have you believing that rejection is actually a good thing–it's just the fear of it that is keeping us small. Save this episode for when you're struggling with feeling rejected.

“I’m  feeling like I might be getting sick. What should I do?"

Josie walks you through why you get sick (and why asking yourself that question matters), to pinpoint when you need to support your body to prevent getting sick in the future. Josie also shares her routine if she starts to feel a sore throat or the sniffles coming on, the supplements she swears stopped her from getting any cold or flu, and the juice recipe and meal she makes that can stop a cold in its tracks. If you don't want to be sick during your next vacation or major presentation at work, you'll want to take notes.

"I know a close friend who I have known for years that I feel is growing at a different pace than me, and I think we might be growing apart but I’m unsure of where to go from here. She is extremely unhappy and complains and vents to me 24/7 but seems to be doing little to change or deal with the things making her unhappy. She doesn’t take my advice and gets defensive if I point out where she may be wrong or try to set any boundaries. I’m burnt out around her but I’m afraid to lose my closest friend and sever many ties. I’m trying really hard to be a good friend and be there for her, but it is constant and I am drained. Am I the asshole??". Josie shares how to know when it's time to break up with a friend, the difference between when to be supportive and when to step away, and why we shouldn't give our friends advice. How do you know when it's time for a friendship breakup? This episode gives you everything you need to know.

"For the first time in my lif, I don’t have a 5-year plan. I don’t even know where I want to see myself a year from now–especially in my career. But I do feel like I’m finally living a version of my highest self and I’m happy both mentally and physically. But should I be trying to come up with another 5-year plan? I’m tired of planning and right now I just want to enjoy my reality, is that practical and OK?". Josie answers the question with an important reminder that when we get so caught up in the manifestation trends and glow-up goals, we often lose the plot. Josie talks about the important realization she had about vacations that made her change her mindset around goal setting and the lessons most of us probably don't know in our outcome-obsessed culture. 

"I’m in my mid-thirties and have never dated anyone. I think I may be demisexual because while I like the idea of a relationship, I always talk myself out of the things I’d need to do to meet people in real life. Online dating terrifies me, especially with my lack of dating experience, and I have no idea how to actually flirt or convey interest (I’m concerned I’m giving off a general ‘unavailable’ energy when I don’t mean to). One of my goals for 2025 is to try to meet someone. Any tips?". Josie is joined by Everygirl editor McKenna Pringle to discuss why dating feels like such a bummer RN, tips to give off "approachable energy," and how to meet people IRL. Josie and McKenna chat about how to find confidence in dating and why there should be more demisexual rom-coms (Netflix, are you listening?). Stay tuned at the end of the episode to hear stories of how listeners met their significant others off the apps.

"I really need to get my sugar cravings under control–any advice?". Josie answers the question by tackling the physiological and emotional root causes of sugar cravings. She also breaks down what cravings really mean (and what most people get wrong about cravings), and how to actually heal your sugar cravings and feel more in control of your relationship with sugar and food. Josie also shares her favorite sugar-free dessert recipe she eats daily.

You asked, and we answered. We are bringing you more Josie & Emma content with an entire episode dedicated to Ask The Everygirl–Reddit Edition. We pulled four questions from the deep dark pages of Reddit to discuss, with topics ranging from "Help, my friend is obsessed with my boyfriend!" to "Am I the asshole if I disinvite the bride from Friendsgiving?" Whether you love the drama or need to hear some big sister advice, this episode spills some tea you won't want to miss.