Podcast Episode: School’s Started and Anti-Diet Culture
Sorry for the delay, but this went live over a week ago!!! Talking about how school is going for the little guy and my issues with anti-diet culture. Listen here:
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In Person Passover and another Diversity Rant
This was dropped over a week ago. I’ve also realized that I never post show notes on the blog version, so I’ll start doing so for this episode: Cynthia talks about looking forward to going to her first in-person Seder… Continue Reading
Writer’s Block!
I don’t know what it is, but I’ve been having trouble finding things to talk about lately. Sure, I can talk about mental health (again), especially mental health awareness in my ancestral community (especially after the California shootings…survivors must be… Continue Reading
Season 2, Episode 2: Fitness Addiction and Obsession
Did you know you can become too obsessed with fitness? In addition to the second episode of the season, I’m also including the video I posted on Instagram a while back. What are your thoughts? Do you have this issue?… Continue Reading
Cynthia Talks Life on Parent (Mom) Shaming
Our latest episode, episode six, is now live! Seriously, what’s the deal with parent shaming (or more accurately, mom shaming), anyway? Mind your own business, people!! The worst is when the professionals get in the way, IMHO. What about you?… Continue Reading
Yes, I Still Write Blog Posts – Basically What I’ve Been Up To…
I know, I know, most of my more recent posts are of episodes of Cynthia Talks Life (DelectablyChic! or Otherwise). But that’s only because I’ve mostly been focusing on that. I DO intend to write posts separate from the show.… Continue Reading
Anxiety, Stress and ‘Identity Politics’
All the talk about identity and inclusion is causing me stress and is also making me anxious. These days, I’m not even sure what I’m allowed or not allowed to say. And it seems that everything and anything can make… Continue Reading
No, Things Aren’t THAT Great…Mentally
I know I should be grateful. I have a comfortable home, a loving family and always food on the table. But things really aren’t that great. I haven’t been too happy. And I’m sure many people can relate. It’s a… Continue Reading
Social Distancing and Keeping a Routine
Last week, I posted a short video (see below) on my Instagram account (and on What’s the Difference?’s account) about how one should try to be as “normal”/”routine” as they can while they’re stuck at home. It’s been tough –… Continue Reading
Weaning off Facebook
Well, maybe not really weaning, but I’m trying to avoid spending too much time on that site right now. I’m getting the same ads and uber-PC posts on my stream. It’s just not…mentally positive, especially during the holiday season. People… Continue Reading