Okay guys… we're spicing things up today. I know I haven’t shared a ton about my personal journey since the spotlight has been on my guest speakers—which has been so juicy, informative, and inspiring. However, I think it's time we put the spotlight on me.  At 26-years-old, I've been through my fair share of experiences (the good, the bad, the ugly, the beautiful, etc.) and through these moments, I've learned and grown a LOT. I’m in the trenches with all of you. So, today, I want to reflect on some of my favorite stories and share what I’ve learned.  Join your host, (me) Skylar, in the studio for an intimate chat about Halloween. Picture this: 10-year-old Skylar as a geisha. 13-year-old Skylar as Napoleon Dynamite. 17-year-old Skylar as a Tibetan monk. 25-year-old Skylar as Ken (no, not Barbie… but Ken). Why? How? Literally, what even? Where does this confidence come from? My motto: not taking myself too seriously. And I’m going to tell you all exactly how.  P.S. Moving forward, expect to see monthly solo episodes! For this one, we also have a surprise guest… Enjoy my brave & bold babes ! 🎧Follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod, and keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Regardless, you’ve got this.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Babes, today I’m sitting down with the Founder of E! Entertainment, Mr. Larry Namer, to get answers to some of our most BURNING questions about the industry and how to navigate it successfully... regardless of being a 20-something woman, which we all know is a blessing & a curse.  Larry Namer spills his secrets on:  ⚡️How to navigate the industry, regardless of how cut throat it is ⚡️Authentic or a social climber?!  ⚡️What traits Larry looks for when investing time and energy into young talent  ⚡️Red flags look out for in business relationships or opportunities ⚡️Advice for young women who want to be taken seriously ⚡️How to hone qualities that make you an asset in any industry Trust me, you don't want to miss this one. Now live on @applepodcast, @spotifypodcasts &  YouTube. Xx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Studies have shown that up to 40% of women are unhappy with their bodies. That’s almost HALF of the entire female population!! If you are struggling, just know you’re not alone, babe. So many of us are right there with you. And we’re here to talk about it today. In this episode, Alyssa Lynch and I get raw and real about our struggles with disordered eating and body image. Tune in as we chat about our personal journeys, shedding light on many of the unseen challenges that we as women face today, especially living in a world dominated by social media. Most importantly, we’ll be sharing how to rise above these pressures, embrace self-worth, and remind ourselves: our worth is not defined by our physical appearance. ⚡️Unpacking the root causes of disordered eating ⚡️How social media might impact how feel about our bodies ⚡️Reflecting on being vegan and restrictive eating ⚡️What to say to a friend who is struggling right now ⚡️Our best tools, tips, and perspective shifts for your the healing journey 🎧Follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod, and keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Don’t forget to subscribe and share the love with others! Regardless, you’ve got this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As someone who grew up watching So You Think You Can Dance since I was literally seven years old (did I mention I'm a dancer myself!?) I couldn't be more excited to introduce you guys to our guest today: Dakyla Wilson, this past season’s SYTYCD runner-up.  Together, we’ll be chatting about the transformative power of movement and using creative expression to heal. Dakyla will be sharing the details of her dance journey and how it's become an essential tool in processing deep emotions, overcoming challenges from her past, and looking ahead with true self-confidence. And, of course, we’ll be spilling all the tea since hard launching her new boo thing, too.. duh! ⚡️How to stay positive despite difficult situations  ⚡️Tips on building deep self-confidence ⚡️The power of journaling, breathwork, and self-reflection ⚡️Why you should find a creative outlet that heals you  ⚡️How to handle high-pressure moments  🎧Follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod, and keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Don’t forget to subscribe and share the love with others! Regardless, you’ve got this.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WHAT DO I TRULY BELIEVE IN? WHAT IS MY RELATIONSHIP WITH “GOD?” IS THE FAITH I GREW UP WITH STILL MINE? 🤔 These are the questions so many of us face in our 20s... In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, I’m excited to welcome @loveandalchemy_, also known as Natalie Valle, to help us unpack the journey of navigating spirituality, discovering your dharma, and living in alignment with your true purpose. Natalie is a Nike Mindfulness Coach and multidisciplinary practitioner, certified in Soundology, Reiki, Meditation, Dharma Coaching, Yoga, EFT, and more. Her work has been spotlighted in LA Times, Well+Good, and Business Insider, and she’s headlined at major wellness festivals like Wanderlust and Bhakti Fest. As the founder of “Latinas Who Meditate” and host of the Practical Alchemy Podcast—ranked in the top 20% of most shared podcasts globally on Spotify—Natalie’s wisdom is not to be missed! Here’s a sneak peek of what we’re diving into: ⚡️ What is alchemy, and how can we live an alchemized life? ⚡️ Navigating spirituality and religion in today’s world ⚡️ Understanding dharma and how to embody it daily ⚡️ Unlocking true meaning and purpose in life ⚡️ How to share your unique gifts with the world For more about Natalie, check out her website: www.loveandalchemy.com 🎧 Follow us on IG and TikTok @regardlessthepod, and stay connected with me @skylarsorkin. Don’t forget to subscribe and spread the love! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello Besties! Today we have on Saul Gomez! We talk about leaving the streets, are you an Fboy or just a romantico? People looking for reasons to complain and more! Hope you enjoy Buy your tickets to our show here! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bueno-bueno-live-show-18-tickets-971161920447 Use code IEINBESTIES for $20 off your first SeatGeek order. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/IEINBESTIES Stand Up To Cancer https://standuptocancer.org/?utm_source=IG&utm_medium=LinkTree&utm_campaign=homepage Buy Merch Here! https://www.inlandentertainmentnetwork.com Get 10% OFF on TasteSalud Products with code IEBESTIES at tastesalud.com/discount/iebesties Follow us! https://linktr.ee/ieinbesties Stephanie Ramierez Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephsgotmilk/ Isis Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alllthingsisis/ Topics 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:56 - Retired Toxicos 00:10:49 - Besties and Bueno Bueno take Dallas Texas! 00:19:00 - Saul’s surprise ghost visit 00:26:10 - Bonding with a stripper over food 00:34:02 - Stripping was gonna be in the Olympics 00:39:10 - people look for reasons to complain 00:46:55 - Protesters at Planned Parenthood 00:55:37 - Cam Newton claims he doesnt create broken homes 01:10:16 - Rose Bud Thorns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you know that the cleanliness of the water coming out of your shower head might be a key factor in how your skin looks? Kristina Velkova and Sara Douglas–the visionaries behind Vitaclean–realized that some of their greatest beauty and health problems were actually the result of dirty pipes in their flat in London. Crazy, right?! Now, they are on a mission to make filtered water the foundation of your wellness routine and ensure that clean water is accessible to all. You may have seen Vitaclean featured in Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Cosmopolitan, Refinery29, and Business Insider, among others, and heard their story on The Skinny Confidential podcast. I am so excited to share our conversation as we talk about all things beauty and wellness, the ins and outs of how they grew their company, and how to operate as your most confident self in the world. Tune in for more on: ⚡️Navigating confidence as a woman in the workplace and beyond ⚡️The BTS of building a company and key career advice ⚡️How to find motivation when you’re feeling at your lowest ⚡️The importance of putting yourself out there post-grad ⚡️How to mindfully partner with your friends in business ⚡️The best beauty secrets from the VitaClean girls themselves 🎧Follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod, and keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Don’t forget to subscribe and share the love with others! Regardless, you’ve got this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So it seems like there may have been a slight *miscommunication* at our last Regardless in Real Time Event on all things dating, love, and sex in LA about some key takeaways… But we’re so grateful to hear about this misunderstanding because now we can clarify exactly what we meant!  Today, we’re specifically unpacking the idea of building your “roster of 3” when dating. The bottom line: Honest communication. My mama therapist and I will be chatting about:  ⚡️Why dating is an opportunity to understand yourself better  ⚡️How to learn what you really want out of a partner ⚡️Avoiding desperate energy and putting all your eggs in one basket ⚡️Why communication is KEY especially in the talking stage  ⚡️Taking responsibility and ownership of what you want in your current dating life 🎧Follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod, and keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Don’t forget to subscribe and share the love with others! Regardless, you’ve got this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, I’m so excited to introduce you all to a very special guest: my new roomie, Jisu Kim! Jisu was on track to pursue a career in medicine when she quit her job in the emergency department and walked away from medical school to become a full-time wellness and lifestyle content creator. Her content, ranging from sharing healthy habits to friendship advice, continues to inspire other young women to prioritize their health and become the best version of themselves. As someone who has personally had some wild (and not all positive) experiences with roommates and female friendships over the years, I'll be the first to say it: building deep, authentic friendships is freaking HARD, you guys! Having supportive female friends, finding the perfect roomie, navigating post-grad friend group dynamics… it’s filled with ups and downs. And Jisu and I are going to dive into the honest truth today. ⚡️The importance of sharing values and expectations in friendships ⚡️How to cultivate a living situation that supports your lifestyle ⚡️Why you should be patient when searching for a roommate  ⚡️Navigating challenges that arise in deep friendships ⚡️How to effectively and openly communicate with friends and roommates ⚡️Why quality over quantity is the way to go in friendships  🎧 Follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod, and keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Don’t forget to subscribe and share the love with others! Regardless, you’ve got this.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let’s be real: Have you ever broken up with a partner and instantly let them go, feeling great about never seeing them again? Or, have you ever decided to “take a little break” and then get back together? Maybe you just needed to have oneeee last night together, even after you were technically broken up… Well today, we’re here to tell you that it’s okay to break up, work on yourself, and then leave the door open for potentially getting back together. At least, that’s what our guest Kaylin did not once but *three times* before entering her current relationship. (Which is going amazingly now, btw.) Kaylin Mally is a wellness lifestyle creator on a mission to help people level up their lives physically, spiritually, and mentally. She also runs her own UGC business, collaborating with hundreds of companies across various niches. Tune in as we talk about: ⚡️How to become the person you want to attract in dating  ⚡️Manifestation tips on visualizing your perfect partner ⚡️Why effective communication is so important ⚡️When to let go of and when to work through difficult situations  ⚡️How to have open dialogue about your needs and emotions  🎧Follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod, and keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Don’t forget to subscribe and share the love with others! Regardless, you’ve got this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From fake news spreading like a wildfire to ghosting your dating app match becoming a new normal, our world in the age of technology has some elements that aren’t… *totally amazing*. That being said, that doesn’t mean we can’t grab this horse by its reins and live more intentionally– in a way that allows us to not just survive but THRIVE in this world.   From indie horror filmmaker to global influencer, CJ Johnson captivates audiences with his visionary storytelling and strategic guidance. Recognized by Forbes and GQ as a sought-after strategist in the digital marketing world, he leverages his influence to empower individuals, championing social causes and inspiring authentic personal branding. CJ’s new book, The Maguire Method, is helping people claim their mental space and forge ahead in today's age. In this episode, we’ll cover: ⚡️How social media has impacted our mental health  ⚡️Why we need to take agency and radical responsibility in our lives  ⚡️Specifically why Gen Z is struggling to navigate the world right now ⚡️Why we’re struggling to build productive habits and routines  ⚡️How biases and human psychology play a role in marketing today  🎧Follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod, and keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Don’t forget to subscribe and share the love with others! Regardless, you’ve got this.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you’re single, happily in a relationship, or somewhere in between (like maybe a long-term situationship…?), this episode is for you.  For those of you who weren't able to make our Regardless in Real Time event at Neuehouse, we missed you. But it’s your lucky day! We’re spilling allll the secrets from our mother-daughter talk on dating, sex, and love in LA with you right now. Take a seat and potentially pull out your notebook for this one because office hours is officially in session:  ⚡️The truth about dating in L.A. and other big cities ⚡️How to build your personal compass when finding a partner ⚡️Refining your intentions around dating  ⚡️The roadblocks inhibiting you from finding and keeping love  ⚡️Growing your confidence in the dating landscape  ⚡️The Regardless “3 E’s” to keep in mind on a date ⚡️How to go from casual to commitment  And hopefully, next time, we'll see you IRL ;) 🎧 Follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod, and keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Don’t forget to subscribe and share the love with others! Regardless, you’ve got this.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of my favorite things is chatting with my friends who are also podcasters and entrepreneurs.. Enter: today’s episode!  Tune into a conversation with Rosemary Wilson, who just had me as a guest on her podcast, Passion Project Pending. Her podcast is a space for fellow creative entrepreneurs to share stories and thoughts on how they have approached business opportunities.  So, today I’ll be reflecting on the journey of growing my own greatest passion, my baby, my everything–the Regardless Podcast. ⚡️ Why I started this podcast  ⚡️ Using the Regardless Mindset in my own life today  ⚡️ Why I hold myself accountable to step outside of my comfort zone ⚡️ How my dance background actually impacted the development of my podcast ⚡️ Why I kept revising and refining my brand  ⚡️ Some of the speed bumps I’ve hit along the way  ⚡️ Redefining ROI: focusing on the process over the outcome 🎧 Follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod, and keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Don’t forget to subscribe and share the love with others! Regardless, you’ve got this.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, I got to share the stage with another Sky: Sky Lilah. I had the honor of being a guest on her podcast, The Sky Lilah Experience, that discusses personal growth and entrepreneurial success. I wanted to share our beautiful conversation here because I just know it will resonate with my Regardless fam, too.  There are so many things I’ve learned about myself and the world through my own entrepreneurial journey, so tune into to listen to:  ⚡️What it’s like running my own business alongside my 9-5 ⚡️My hacks for maximizing efficiency ⚡️How to “zone out” your days ⚡️What changed as I healed my relationship with food ⚡️How I am intentional with my friendships ⚡️Why balancing social activities and work is so important to me 🎧Follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod, and keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Don’t forget to subscribe and share the love with others! Regardless, you’ve got this.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, I’m sharing a special episode with all of you… I got the honor to speak to students at UCSB on behalf of the alumni community, and I wanted to invite my Regardless family to join our conversation. I received a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, a Minor in Clinical Psychology, and a Certification in the Technological Management Program. As a proud Gaucho, I can confidently say my experiences both in and out of the classroom during my college years truly informed so much of my current professional life. Now, I am pursuing my dream career: working as a sales leader and Account Executive for Influential, the Largest Influencer Marketing Company in the world, while simultaneously pursuing my podcast and Regardless brand.  It hasn’t been all smooth sailing over the last few years, but I’ve learned so much throughout the journey and I am so excited to share some takeaways with you:  ⚡️How to capitalize on opportunities in college and beyond  ⚡Why networking is so important  ⚡️How to cold email and approach interviews for jobs  ⚡️Balancing multiple passions at once ⚡️Navigating the transition out of college and post-grad life 🎧 Follow us on IG and Tiktok ⁠@regardlessthepod⁠, and keep up with my personal updates on ⁠@skylarsorkin⁠. Don’t forget to subscribe and share the love with others! Regardless, you’ve got this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Waking up in a panic, working around the clock, not being able to sleep through the night, constant FOMO and saying no to social events, feeling stressed and exhausted. We’ve all been there. Babe, if you’re looking at your life wondering how much longer you can do all of this for… you’re BURNT OUT. And this episode is for you.  Today we're learning from Jean-Francois Lappas, the Founder and Chief Vision Officer of We Are Because You Are, a coaching platform dedicated to making self-realization accessible and affordable for 1 billion people by 2033. He left a six-figure corporate job after 14 years to dive into his own business–one he was truly passionate about. ⚡️The early signs of burnout  ⚡The correlation between burnout and fear ⚡️How to reframe your thoughts and recover from burnout ⚡️Finding energy to pursue your passion projects alongside your 9-5  ⚡️How to close the gap between who you are and who you want to be 🎧 Follow us on IG and Tiktok ⁠@regardlessthepod⁠, and keep up with my personal updates on ⁠@skylarsorkin⁠. Don’t forget to subscribe and share the love with others! For more information on We Are Because You Are (WABYA), visit https://wabya.com/. Regardless, you’ve got this.

POV: The waiter makes his way to you and asks, “And for you?” You have to act fast. Do you convince your best friend to go half-and-half with her entree? Do you ask the waiter which is his favorite dish? Do you say one thing, and then change your mind? Or, do you actually know what you want?  Confidence (or lack thereof) can manifest in many ways– even in something as simple as ordering food at a restaurant. There’s actually a pretty clear connection between decisiveness, ego, and confidence.  Today we’re diving into all things confidence with David Suson. As an author and keynote speaker in leadership, he specializes in helping you expose and address blind spots that are keeping you from achieving your sales, performance, and leadership goals. Tune in as he teach us the key to unlocking personal power and confidence in all areas of our lives: ⚡️What is confidence, really? ⚡The correlation between confidence, leadership, and decisiveness ⚡️Identifying your developmental “marker moments” ⚡️How your ego can prevent decisiveness  ⚡️Harnessing confidence in dating, interviews, and all life settings ⚡️The power of daily affirmation practice   🎧 Follow us on IG and Tiktok ⁠@regardlessthepod⁠, and keep up with my personal updates on ⁠@skylarsorkin⁠. Don’t forget to subscribe and share the love with others! Regardless, you’ve got this.

Trying to figure out if you’re on the right path, whether it’s in your career or in your love life? From those first date nerves to a gut feeling your job isn't right for you anymore, navigating these areas of your life isn't easy. But don't worry--you’ve come to the right place. Tune into office hours with my therapist mama (@lindasorkin) and I. We hear your questions, and we’re here to help. ⚡️How to discern your life priorities ⚡️The value of seeking career mentors  ⚡️Signs you need a career change ⚡️What girls really want on a first date ⚡️Maintaining independence in a relationship ⚡️Why you should establish communication early on in dating Have a question yourself? Share your thoughts, questions, and experiences with us at @regardlessthepod⁠.  For more info about your host, follow me ⁠@skylarsorkin⁠.  Regardless, you’ve got this. - Sky x --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/regardlesspodcast/message

CHAPTER 32  So you finally got the courage to go to a “networking event”-- first you listen to a panel, then have some light bites during a happy hour while schmoozing, etc. While there, you even mustered up enough courage to go up to someone who was on the panel. Now what? How do you ask for something without, you know, asking for something? What do you even say to them?  We’ve got you. In this episode, we’ll be chatting with Dawn Andrews, a NeuroLeadership Institute certified results coach and expert on networking. With her 18 years of experience at Fortune 500 companies and 7 years of experience as an attorney, she has incredible tips on how to break down professional boundaries by leveraging and expanding your entrepreneurial network.  ⚡️How to grow your network authentically and organically  ⚡️Networking altruistically vs. from a place of ego  ⚡️A guided exercise to gain clarity and build your board of directors  ⚡️What “networking” even means and what to say  ⚡️How to stay in touch and effectively follow up ⚡️Dealing with rejection in professional settings  🎧 Follow us on IG and Tiktok ⁠@regardlessthepod⁠, and keep up with my personal updates on ⁠@skylarsorkin⁠. Don’t forget to subscribe and share the love with others! Regardless, of your current connections, you can expand and leverage your network. You’ve got this. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/regardlesspodcast/message

CHAPTER 31 Do you consider yourself a “wellness girly”? Do you go for a neighborhood walk every morning, drink an oat milk matcha latte, and attempt to recreate the latest Erewhon celebrity collab smoothie at home? Or, do you go into the office every day (no time for walk, matcha, or Erewhon smoothie most days) to work a 9-5?  News flash: you don’t have to be either a “wellness girly” OR a “corporate girly.” You can actually be whatever girly you want to be. You can go for a morning walk on only Sundays, drink matcha some days and coffee other days, and also work a corporate job–or anything in between.  Today on Regardless, we’re chatting with educator and herbalist Phoebe McPherson. As the co-founder of the functional mushroom company Fungtion (@letsfungtion), she offers natural solutions through mushroom elixirs to empower people to live their best lives. However, she started out as a “corporate girly” at the beginning of her career, too. Tune in as Phoebe reminds us that we don’t have to fit into the boxes society prescribes during our 20’s, and your worth isn't defined by how others label you. ⚡️How to break free from labels and external identifiers  ⚡️Redefining your career path as ever-changing ⚡️Tips on balancing work and play in your 20s  ⚡️How to find true wellness and routines that work for you  ⚡️The importance of softness and existing just as you are  ⚡️Why we should tap into the healing power of nature  🎧Follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod, and keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Don’t forget to subscribe and share the love with others! Regardless, you’ve got this.

Trying to navigate the whirlwind of your 20s? You're not alone babe. It's a wild ride filled with uncertainties and questions. And that's PRECISLEY WHY my therapist mama (@lindasorkin) and I tackle the tough stuff on Office Hours. We've heard your questions and we're here to help. 💬 In Our Latest Episode, We're Answering Your Burning Questions: ⚡️ Struggling with Health and Anxiety? Get Tips to Overcome. ⚡️ Dating in LA? Expert Advice right here. ⚡️ Moving On After Heartbreak? We've got babe. ⚡️ Embrace Self-Confidence & not care what other people think or say about you. Let's goo! ⚡️ Where to Find Single Jewish Men? We've got answers. Got something on your mind? Share your thoughts, questions, and experiences with us at @regardlessthepod. For more about your host, follow me @skylarsorkin. Regardless, You've got this. - Sky x

Chapter 30 You know that one friend you immediately go to when you need dating advice because she always knows what to say? Or the person you call when you need a brutally honest opinion on your project? What about the person whose hugs just hit different?  We all have superpowers, whether it’s a particular communication skill or just the feeling of warmth you emulate when you hug a friend. Today we’re having a conversation with Saam Gabay–artist, composer, and advertising professional who has worked with brands such as Lego, BMW, Superbowl, and Samsung. We’ll chat about how to discover your “superpower” to maximize your career and create successful relationships in all areas of your life.  ⚡️ Tips on discovering your “superpower”  ⚡️ How to successfully negotiate and market your superpower  ⚡️ Uncovering the dark side of your superpower to work through your shadows  ⚡️ Redefining your worth in the workplace  ⚡️ The importance of mentorship and building a life board of directors ⚡️ Why Saam suggests you “test your edge” in your 20’s  🎧 Follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod, and keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Don’t forget to subscribe and share the love with others! Regardless, you’ve got this.

Chapter 29: The Life Manual for Healing in your 20s Whether it’s dealing with chronic UTI’s or a parent with cancer, so many of us experience chronic illness at some point in our 20s. It could be your own medical journey or having to help a loved one through theirs–regardless, it’s not easy to navigate. But what if I told you that shifting your mindset and practicing self-love can actually aid your physical wellness?  Today, we are speaking with Dana Croschere and Krisanna Sexton, the masterminds behind the film “Love Heals.” After supporting one another through chronic illness within their relationship, they are now on a mission to spread love, health, and healing. Dana and Krisanna took 18 people to a retreat center in Sedona, AZ to work on healing in nontraditional ways, and they have used the film to share with the world their stories and the power of using the mind-body connection to heal yourself.  THIS EPISODE’S SYLLABUS STEPS:  Here are some of Dana and Krisanna's tips on healing yourself through self-love: - Check in with yourself. Ask yourself, what do I need? - Find time to be quiet with yourself and engage in some kind of meditation daily. - Start to trust your intuition. - Obtain “heart-brain coherence” by connecting your brain and your heart. Practice breathing while putting your hand on your heart and bringing up whatever emotions you're feeling. Take breaths envisioning positive emotions moving in and out of your heart space to calm your nervous system.  - Take intentional time away from your phone and connect with nature. - Know that you are your own best healer and everything else is just mirroring back what you already know deep down.  To see their film “Love Heals,” visit their website here. Subscribers to Gaia can also view the film on the app. They are currently working on their next film, “Rescued Hearts,” and you can stay tuned for updates here.  Additional resources Dana and Krisanna recommend: - The book “Dying to Be Me” by Anita Moorjani - Joe Dispenza meditations  - Tony Robbins trainings  - Lee Harris personal development coach Don’t forget to follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod. You can also keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Please subscribe and share the love with others.  Regardless, you’ve got this.

Feeling a bit lost in the whirlwind of your 20s? Trust me, you're not alone. It's a wild ride filled with uncertainties and questions. That's why my mom, a therapist, and I decided to create Office Hours - a podcast where we dive into the real stuff you're going through. We've heard your questions and concerns about navigating this crazy decade, and we're here to help. In our latest episode, we're tackling topics like healing from heartbreak, finding your self-worth, dealing with comparison, and embracing/getting comfy with the unknown. Join us for the real real, personal stories, and mother-daughter advice. We want this to feel like a chat with friends - because, let's face it, we're all just figuring it out as we go. Got something on your mind? Share your thoughts, questions, and experiences with us over at @regardlessthepod. We'll be featuring and answering your questions during our Office Hours segment at the end of each month. And if you want more insights into crafting your own life manual, feel free to follow me personally @skylarsorkin. Stay tuned, stay connected, and remember, we're all in this together. You've got this, regardless of what comes your way. Stay electric! -Sky

Chapter 28: The Life Manual for Finding Stewardship in your 20's Maybe you’ve been saying you want a new job for months, but you still haven’t started applying. Or, maybe you open your computer to check your bank account, but you just can’t get yourself to do it. Maybe you need to move out, but you’re avoiding scheduling apartment tours. We’ve all been there–pushing away these big, scary things in our 20s because we don’t want to deal with them.  But we all know that if you don’t preside over your fears, they’ll only continue to grow. Like guest speaker, Shelyna Brown, says: just like a judge in a courtroom, you have the power to preside over your own life.  Shelyna is a visionary leader and advocate for justice. With a two-decade career as a public defender and respected Superior Court judge in Santa Clara, she has since founded the Equality and Social Justice Committee to mentor the next generation of young leaders at San Jose State University. As an author and speaker, Shelyna offers all of us 20-something-year-olds incredible insight into how to preside over our own lives and take control over our realities. Together, we’ll be chatting about how to take radical responsibility for your healing, preside over your fears, make big decisions with ease, and trust that the universe has your back.  THIS EPISODE’S SYLLABUS STEPS:  Shelyna’s steps on how to take control of your life:  Assess your mindset. Ask yourself: Am I presiding over my mindset? Am I choosing my reality?  Assess your heartset. Ask yourself: What is it I believe about myself? Assess your skill set. Ask yourself: Am I doing the things I want to be doing?  Really sit down and love yourself.  Here are some action items to remind yourself what you’re here in this world to do, being uniquely you: Meditate and get quiet with yourself Find an accountability partner with whom you can share your goals and keep each other accountable  For more guidance:  Visit Shelyna’s website and Instagram  Check out Shelyna’s book, Preside, available on Amazon  Watch her recent TEDx Talk Don’t forget to follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod. You can also keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Please subscribe and share the love with others.  Regardless, you’ve got this.

Chapter 27: The Life Manual for Personal Development When was the last time you were driving and hit a series of green lights on the road? Rather than stopping and starting every few stop lights, you just happened to get green light after green light. For whatever reason, you were just in the flow. What did that feel like to you?  Finding a flow state–whether it’s driving through green lights, hitting a big milestone in your career, finally being aligned in a romantic relationship, or just feeling like the universe is on your side–is an undeniably amazing feeling.  But it’s not always easy to find this ideal flow state. Today we’re chatting with Jason Crouse, also known as @saintsofflow on Instagram. As a “flow coach,” he empowers individuals and organizations to optimize their performance and achieve their personal and professional goals. Tune in as we spill all the secrets on how to truly achieve the flow state you’re craving in all areas of your life, from engaging in self-reflection to rewire your subconscious brain patterns, to fine tuning your environment to let in abundance. You might want to get a pen and paper for this one… Jason’s metaphors and syllabus steps are gonna be extra juicy.  THIS EPISODE’S SYLLABUS STEPS:  Figure out what “flow” means to you. Start asking yourself questions like, how can you make your environment more conducive to letting in flow?  Get clear on what you want in life and what you want in the future. Map out your personal and professional goals. Imagine what being in “flow” would be like, and write it out.  Listen to signals from the external world or any spiritual signs you may be receiving. For instance, if you walk past someone at a coffee shop and overhear something that inspires you or resonates with your goals, take it as a sign. Tune in.  Continue to show up. Get to work. Chase your goals and believe that you can achieve this flow state. You will be amazed by where you can end up in a short amount of time with a strong commitment and belief in yourself. Don’t forget to follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod. You can also keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Please subscribe and share the love with others.  Regardless, you’ve got this. 

Welcome to "Office Hours," where my therapist mama and I are your guides through the twists and turns of 20somethinghood, offering a multigenerational "she said, she said" perspective. In this heart-to-heart episode, my mom and I dive into the wild realm of dating, relationships, and sex in our 20s. Growing up, I was fortunate to have a mom with whom I could comfortably share my vulnerabilities, dating experiences, and everything in between. She's been my unwavering support through the highs and lows, and now, she's here to provide that same support for you. <3 We recently had the pleasure of sitting down with two remarkable guest speakers, relationship coach Isabel Campanelli and coach Naomi Ruth. Together, we share our insights from these conversations, emphasizing my mom's key takeaways and offering a psychological background to help you thrive in your romantic relationships. But that's not all— we'll also be addressing some of your burning questions. Regardless of what you're going through, remember: you've got this, and we've got you. xx Share your thoughts, experiences, or questions with us on @regardlessthepod - we can't wait to hear from you! Your questions will be featured and answered during our Office Hours at the end of every month. For more insights into crafting the life manual for our generation, follow me personally @skylarsorkin. Let's embark on this journey together!

Chapter 26: The Life Manual for Sex and Dating  POV: You finally made it back to his house after getting dinner and drinks. He closes the blinds, dims the lights, and maybe even asks Alexa to play the Weeknd radio station on Spotify. This was the moment you were waiting for all night. Or was it? Suddenly, you’re not so sure if you want to go all the way–after all, it’s only the second date.  Sex (or lack thereof) is a huge part twentysomethinghood. And when we don’t properly learn about sex in school or normalize talking about it in our daily lives, it’s easy to abandon ourselves and feel confused or shameful in intimate situations.  Today, we’re giving you the chapter in your life manual for dating that goes beyond the birds and the bees to help you have more fulfilling sexual experiences that serve your future self.  Naomi Ruth is going to help us redefine sex to find self-love and empowerment in our intimate experiences. Naomi is a dedicated sex and relationship coach who founded Soulflame Coaching to provide individuals and couples with an approach to sex and love that fosters safety, trust, and confidence. Today, we’ll be discussing a fresh understanding of how sex physically alters the chemicals in your body, why we feel post-sex guilt, the importance of pleasuring yourself, and how to have hard conversations around sex while navigating hookup culture in our 20s. THIS EPISODE’S SYLLABUS STEPS:  Practice the Stoplight Method. Before putting yourself in an environment where it could get intimate, know what you want to do for sure (green light), know what you’re open to potentially exploring (yellow light), and know your hard boundaries (red light). Have the “pleasure talk” before you are alone with your romantic partner.  Practice pleasing yourself. When you know what you like, you’ll feel more empowered (and have more pleasure) when you are with your partner.  Be intentional with your intimate relationships. Ask yourself questions like, What do I want from this experience? What do I want out of this relationship? And communicate with your partner to make sure you are on the same page.  Above all, do not put anyone else’s pleasure, comfort, and safety above your own. MORE RESOURCES: Naomi is based in Los Angeles and offers in-person and virtual services. Stay connected with Naomi through her Instagram @soulflamecoaching.  Naomi’s favorite podcasts: Self-love Witch Podcast and the F*ck Yeah Podcast  Naomi’s favorite books: The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Marc Manson, Neuroloveology by Dr. Ava Kodell, and The Art of Extreme Self Care by Cheryl Richardson Don’t forget to follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod. You can also keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Please subscribe and share the love with others.  Regardless, you’ve got this. 

Chapter 25: The Life Manual for Dating and Finding Self-Love in your 20s “So I just got married…to myself.”  Isabel Campanelli is a relationship coach and guide who helps individuals realize that anything is possible and that everyone is worthy of love. And she just got married to herself in a beautiful ceremony celebrating self-love.  Tune in as we talk about what it means to truly move beyond the typical notion of self-love and the benefit of deeply committing to your inner growth. Isabel will walk us through the ins and outs of her wedding, from how she crafted her vows to the metaphorical and spiritual party favors she gave out to her guests. We’ll also discuss how to navigate dating in your 20s and manifest your perfect partner, operating from the mindset of knowing you can (1) be complete with yourself AND (2) also be open to creating a beautiful romantic partnership with someone else.   THIS EPISODE’S SYLLABUS STEPS:  Practice embodying and accepting all parts of yourself.  To do this, Isabel recommends: IFS: internal family systems therapeutic practice   Deeply looking at all the voices in our head of all the different archetypes that we carry. This might be a voice in your head that is a people pleaser or chronic self-sabotager, for instance. Remember, all of your flawed internal voices stem from trauma. Once you invest time into seeking self love, you can heal your trauma and come to accept all parts of yourself. Feel all the feelings. Our feelings have messages. Listen. Slow down to receive. If you’re moving too fast, it’s hard to feel and receive.  MORE RESOURCES: Stay connected with Isabel through https://www.instagram.com/coach.isabelcampanelli/her social media If you are embarking on your own self-love wedding, Mel Robbins has some great advice about focusing on one pillar or one “vow” per year in her podcast here.  Don’t forget to follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod. You can also keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Please subscribe and share the love with others.  Regardless, you’ve got this.

Welcome to the very first episode of Office Hours! I'm thrilled to be joined by my amazing mom, Linda Sorkin. Today, we're diving deep into the world of New Year resolutions, goals, and the unique journey of setting intentions and goals in your 20s. But first, let me ask you: When it comes to New Year resolutions, do you ever feel like you're setting yourself up for stress rather than success? Well, you're not alone. Syllabus Steps: Reflecting on the rollercoaster of emotions when setting resolutions and goals in your 20s. Unpacking the number one reason many individuals in their 20s struggle to meet their New Year goals. Exploring how embracing intention can transform your approach to goal-setting. Practical strategies for incorporating intention into your daily life. Breaking down steps for setting goals that resonate with the unique experiences and circumstances of your 20s. Correlating goals with your personal journey from where you came from to where you are now, in order to get to where you want to be! Summarizing actionable steps and approaches tailored for those navigating their 20s. Encouraging a holistic perspective on goal setting to ensure 2024 is your best year yet. Remember, regardless of what goes down in 2024, you’ve got this. Feel free to share your thoughts, experiences, or questions with us on @regardlessthepod - we can't wait to hear from you! Your questions will be featured and answered during our Office Hours at the end of every month. Let's make this a collaborative and insightful journey together!

‘Office Hours’ are officially in session this month. Take a seat in office hours with me and my mama therapist Linda Sorkin. This unique space will merge two minds to offer a multigenerational ‘she said, she said’ perspective. With insights from the mind of a therapist and experiences as a mom of two twenty-somethings, paired with my own first-hand experience as a 26-year-old, we’ll unravel the twists & turns of twentysomethinghood together. Grab a notebook and pull up a chair in our office for unfiltered & real conversations. In our debut episode, my mom and I open up about our unique relationship, the inspiration behind starting "Office Hours," and give you a preview of the exciting topics we'll cover. Hear about my mom's experiences as a therapist with twenty-somethings, and discover what has us most thrilled about this monthly special. We can’t wait to chat with you. Regardless, you’ve got this.

Chapter 24: The Life Manual for Dealing with Grief in your 20s We experience loss almost every day in our 20s. Maybe it's a small loss like your partner starts acting differently, you have to find a new roommate, or you're switching teams at your job. Maybe it's a little bigger-- you lost your job, you just graduated college and have to move home, you went through a friend breakup, your situationship ghosted you. Whatever it may be, anytime change occurs and something is lost, it's a death. And it's NORMAL to feel grief. It's NORMAL for things not to be okay sometimes. Today, we are going to unpack what it means to process grief in a streamlined way with expert and author on the subject, Dr. Karen Kramer. Dr. Kramer is going to offer clear steps on how to navigate your grief amidst our society's climate of toxic positivity. We'll discuss the importance of normalizing these feelings in our 20s and how to have honest, raw, and real conversations with other 20somethings in your life. THIS EPISODE’S SYLLABUS STEPS: Practice listening and creating spaces for those in your life. Encourage conversations to be vulnerable by using the phrase, “tell me more,” if someone says they’re not having the best day.  To heal your own feelings of grief in a healthy way, follow these steps: Use your logical mind: What is the rational thought and truth about what is going on? Use your heart:  How does this make me feel?  Use your feet: What are the actions I can do to change this feeling? Use your hands: What support do I need today, informal or formal? A friend? A lawyer?  Use your eyes: Can you imagine what the new normal will look like? What is the vision moving forward? MORE RESOURCES: Healthy Grief: Normalizing and Navigating Loss in a Culture of Toxic Positivity by Karen Kramer Don’t forget to follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod. You can also keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Please subscribe and share the love with others.

In this minisode, we are going to unpack the feeling of grief. No, I don’t just mean when you feel grief after your grandma passes away or when you have to put your childhood dog down. We actually experience grief (to different degrees) almost every day in our 20s. But nobody ever talks about it! Today, we are going to get real about grief that might be showing up more frequently in our lives and how to deal with it in a healthy way. Tune in to the full episode of Regardless tomorrow to hear from Karen Kramer, an author and expert on the subject, as she offers insight on how to work through grief and navigate our society’s climate of toxic positivity.  Stay up to date and follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod. You can also keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. And don’t forget to subscribe and share to open up this conversation with others.  Sending you a big hug. Regardless, you've got this.

Chapter 23: The Life Manual for Healthy Living in your 20s Let’s be real: sometimes our health is just not the number one priority on the list. Whether you’re binge drinking every weekend in college or stressed and losing sleep over your job, it’s not always easy to take care of your physical health in your 20s.  Today we are lucky to have holistic health coach Meghan Swidler, AKA “That Wellness Gal,” share her tips on how to heal some of the most important areas of your body: the gut, skin, and hormones.  Meghan is a bestselling author who wrote From Within, and as an expert in cleansing and detoxification, she guides individuals to live their healthiest lifestyles from the inside out. In this episode, she’ll provide some incredible insights, resources, and realistic steps that we can all take to better care for our bodies NOW, preventing issues in the future.  THIS EPISODE’S SYLLABUS STEPS:  Pay attention to your symptoms. Your body is signaling to you what problems need to be fixed. Set times on your calendar to prioritize your health and eating. Maybe that includes grocery shopping on certain days and batch prepping meals.  Eat plant-based whole foods, sleep 7-9 hours a night, move your body, manage your nervous system, stay hydrated, and limit coffee and alcohol.  Implement cleansing modalities into your routines. This can include sweating, infrared sauna, cold immersion, red light therapy, and drinking fresh pressed juices.  Start by working on just one pillar of your health that feels realistic to you, rather than trying to tackle every problem at once.  Remember, it’s all about balance.  MORE RESOURCES: Meghan’s book, From Within (and her second book is coming soon!) Functional Health biomarker testing can test for things like hormone imbalances or thyroid issues. The Business of Birth Control Documentary dives deep into the secrets behind the birth control industry and some of its negative effects.  Natural Cycles app is the first FDA-approved non-hormonal birth control method. You can track your ovulation cycles and even sync it to an Oura ring.  Don’t forget to follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod. You can also keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Please subscribe and share the love with others.  Regardless, you’ve got this.

The gut. Hormones. And skin. In this minisode, we're about to get really personal. Typically, I bring in a guest speaker for each episode. However, for this minisode, I wanted to share some of my own experiences and thoughts about the upcoming topic. Tune into these Real Talk minisodes to get a little bit more personal with me before each Regardless episode. This week, we're talking about our physical health. In my early 20s, I went through so many struggles, from getting mono that led to a tonsillectomy to suffering from an eating disorder. Until about a year ago, I continued to neglect my health, and the result of how I treated my body is showing up in chronic health issues I'm struggling with right now (think: I've had 13 UTI's in the last year. RIP my sanity). For the first time in my life, at the age of 26, I now truly realize the importance of taking care of my physical health. And I'm so excited to open up this conversation in our next Regardless episode so you can all properly set yourselves up for the rest of 20somethinghood and beyond. 

Chapter 22: The Life Manual for Heartbreak  Eating ice cream in bed straight out of the pint, rewatching Dirty Dancing and The Notebook through tears, reading through all of your old text messages—the good and the bad. We’ve all been there. Breakups suck.  In this episode, we will be getting our own personal session with breakup coach: Tatiana Simone AKA “The Heartbreak Doula.” She is a certified breathwork facilitator, medicine woman, energy healer, and guide dedicated to helping women heal from heartbreak. We will be diving into the best practices to deal with heartbreak gracefully and return to deep self-love. THIS EPISODE’S SYLLABUS STEPS:  Step 1: Honor and process your grief. Accept reality.  Step 2: Spend time grounding in nature. Lean into movement and go for a walk. Connect to your version of a higher power. Step 3: Seek support in whatever way feels right for you–therapy, prayer, meditation, friends, family, etc. Step 4: Take the time to date yourself.  MORE RESOURCES: Women Who Run with the Wolves by Clarissa Pinkola Estés  Fierce Self Compassion by Dr. Kristin Neff The Journey from Abandonment to Healing by Susan Anderson For anyone going through heartbreak right now and looking for more support, opt-in to Tatiana’s 14-day Roadmap to healing here. Don’t forget to follow us on IG and Tiktok @regardlessthepod. You can also keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Please subscribe and share the love with others.  Regardless, you’ve got this. 

Chapter 21: Ding! You just received a paragraph-long text that makes your blood boil. How do you react? Do your thumbs immediately go crazy? Or, do you pause and take a breath before responding? Today, we're having a conversation with Super Bowl Champion and Mental Health Advocate, Aaron Taylor. As a former professional athlete and founder of Elite Mentals, a solutions-based initiative to reframe the conversation around mental wellness, Aaron has so much wisdom to offer about the psychology of reactivity and how to respond to tough situations more efficiently. In this episode, we’ll answer the question: why do we react to situations in a particular way? It's normal to get defensive when a manager yells at you or your partner does something to frustrate you. However, there are tools you can use to respond to such situations in a better way--a way that aligns with your future self and allows you to build healthy relationships. Evolve with us! Follow us on IG and Tiktok at @regardlessthepod. You can also keep up with my personal updates at @skylarsorkin Don't miss out--subscribe, and share the love with others. Regardless, you've got this.

Have you ever found yourself triggered by the constant oversharing of others' eating habits and workout routines on social media? Whether you've struggled with disordered eating, battled poor body image, or simply aim to foster self-compassion and the freedom to make nourishing choices aligned with your unique needs, this episode is a must-listen! Our guest, Sandy Robertson, a seasoned Registered Nurse with 25 years of experience in holistic nursing, mind-body medicine, and integrative health, is also an accomplished author. Her works, including "Why Am I Eating This?" and the latest "7 Simple Steps to Retrain Your Mind About Food," reflect her deep passion for guiding individuals toward holistic well-being. As the founder of Energy Works Wisdom, Sandy employs cutting-edge techniques like Medical Intuition, Healing Touch, and Mind-Body-Spirit Energetic Self-Care to restore balance and spark healing. In this episode, Sandy imparts her wisdom on crafting a personalized self-care nourishment kit, regardless of external pressures or wellness trends inundating social media. She empowers us to redefine our relationships with food, exercise, and wellness, tailoring them to our unique life journeys. This episode stands as a beacon, guiding you to create your personal self-care nourishment kit—a dependable resource to lean on with confidence. Don't forget to follow us on IG & TikTok @regardlessthepod. You can also keep up with my personal updates on @skylarsorkin. Please subscribe and share the love with others - we're all on this life journey together!

Attention high-achieving women! In this episode, we're joined by guest, Dria Murphy, the visionary founder of Alise Collective and ByDria. Dria takes us on her Regardless journey of self-discovery, where she's embraced her purpose, mastered the art of slowing down to speed up, and boldly decided to freeze her eggs, a story even featured on Well + Good. Join us as we dive deep into the compelling notion that, regardless of societal pressures and the ticking biological clock, we all have our unique timelines for career, wellness, and fertility. This episode is an absolute must-listen for stressed high achievers seeking empowerment and the elusive balance that we all yearn for. Don't forget to follow us on IG and TikTok at @regardlessthepod. You can also keep up with my personal updates at @skylarsorkin. Don't miss out—subscribe, and share the love with others!

Let's talk about holistic health's connection to self-esteem during health challenges, female partnerships in business, and the entrepreneurial journey. Join me for an engaging conversation with Danielle Gronich and Kayleigh Christina, the dynamic duo behind CLEARSTEM Skincare. Danielle, "The Acne Guru" and a Clinical Esthetician, and Kayleigh, a Holistic Nutritionist, Author, and Podcaster, both co-founded CLEARSTEM to combat toxic skincare. Danielle and Kayleigh share their journeys that evolved from personal battles with acne to leading the charge for toxin-free solutions. Regardless of debilitating acne and health struggles, we delve into prioritizing holistic well-being and gracefully confronting health challenges. Our conversation also touches on the art of balancing a 9-to-5 job while recognizing the call for entrepreneurship. Don't forget to engage with REGARDLESS by liking, commenting, subscribing, and leaving a review! Your support means the world. Stay electric!

Join me in Part B of the Father's Day episode with Stephen Sorkin, an Executive & Team Leadership Coach and Founder of @Stake Performance. ogether, we dive into the invaluable lessons he has taught me, including the power of interpretation, overcoming adversity, and the importance of perspective. In this episode, we further explore practical strategies for personal growth and success. Stephen Sorkin shares his insights on how to transform challenges into strengths and break free from learned helplessness. We also discuss the significance of big-picture thinking and provide essential tools to thrive, expand, and access your future self TODAY. For more information and updates, follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @regardlessthepod and @skylarsorkin. Follow @regardlessthepod and @skylarsorkin for more information.

In this special Father's Day episode, join me as my dad, ⁠Stephen Sorkin⁠, an Executive & Team Leadership Coach, and Founder of @Stake Performance, takes the stage for Part A and B episodes. Discover the transformative lessons he has instilled in me, including the power of interpretation, turning adversities into strengths, overcoming learned helplessness and the impact of perspective. Gain insights into big-picture thinking and essential tools to thrive in the future. This episode is a goldmine of informative content that will inspire and equip you for success. Don't miss this electrifying conversation with Stephen Sorkin, a true mastermind in leadership and personal growth. Stay tuned for Part B! For more information head to: ⁠@regardlessthepod⁠ ⁠@skylarsorkin⁠ on IG + TikTok

Let's delve into solution mode with Dawn Laguens, the Chief of Global Strategy and Innovation at Planned Parenthood. Dawn oversees strategy, innovation, insights, and digital products at Planned Parenthood Global. Previously, she held the positions of Executive Vice President and Chief Brand Officer at Planned Parenthood. HOW YOU'LL GROW? Dawn graciously shares her approach to effecting positive and enduring changes in our world. Gain insights on building connections and persuading individuals with diverse perspectives, mastering the art of maintaining a solution-focused mindset amidst challenges, avoiding excessive analysis paralysis when confronted with difficult decisions, and embodying a results-oriented approach while embracing your unique identity. RESOURCES!! ⁠Discover more about Dawn Laguens and Planned Parenthood by visiting their official website. For locating a health center, utilize the "Find a Health Center" feature. WANT MORE ELECTRIC ENERGY? Head over to @regardlessthepod or follow @skylarsorkin on TikTok and Instagram for a boost of me.

LEADERSHIP, LEGACY, AND INFLUENCE. In this episode, we have a heart-to-heart on mastering leadership and legacy with Chrstine Mei who is the CEO of a mission-driven CPG start-up, a global senior business leader across recognizable consumer brands, a Board director, mentor, and advocate of people and businesses of purpose. Christine has managed teams around the world in developed, developing, and emerging countries -- creating and leading both multi-year strategies and operational processes to catalyze growth. HOW YOU'LL GROW: Leading with influence and mastering your legacy How to professionally show up as unapologetically yourself and inspire others in doing so How do we know we are "making the right decision" Your career and personal growth isn't a ladder and here is why How to be a smart self-advocate and effectively collaborate For more information about REGARDLESS: head to @regardlessthepod and @skylarsorkin on IG & TikTok

To celebrate Mother's Day, my mom and I teamed up to bring you something special. Join us as we share the wisdom of Linda Sorkin, a Marriage and Family Therapist. She will graciously share the secrets behind her superpowers as a loving mom, trusted friend, caring sister, devoted wife, and successful businesswoman. Prepare to have your burning questions answered and receive valuable advice, both from a mother-daughter perspective and through the lens of psychology, addressing the challenges faced in our twenties. HOW YOU'LL GROW? In this episode, you'll learn about attachment styles and how they impact dating. Whether you are a parent already or aspire to become one, we will provide guidance on creating a nurturing and accepting space where your child can embrace their true selves and confide in you without hesitation. We'll also reveal the secrets of effective communication, personal growth, and resilience, and guide you through navigating pain, heartbreak, and being the only single friend in your friend group. THE HOW? Head to @regardlessthepod for this episode's Syllabus Steps and @skylarsorkin for my personal page! NEED A NEW THERAPIST / WANT TO TALK TO MY MAMA? Head to Psychology Today.

Welcome to the recording of my very first in-person event, REGARDLESS IN REAL TIME. In this episode we sit down with guest speakers, Evan Quinn and Cygne Cooper, who are the Founders of Hiyo: famously known as the "better than alcohol alternative" - a mindful social tonic crafted with organic adaptogens, natural nootropics, and functional botanicals for elevated mood and empowerment.  WHAT YOU'LL LEARN? Evan and Cygne share how they have created a lifestyle and brand that encourages balance, authenticity, and wellness, REGARDLESS of party culture, binge drinking, and navigating through today’s over-indulgent world. You'll leave this episode understanding how to prioritize balance and make intentional choices in how you approach your evenings, with or without alcohol. THE HOW? Head to @regardlessthepod and @skylarsorkin for more information!

In this episode, we sit down with Christa Janine, an Alo Yoga and POPSUGAR Wellness yoga teacher, as well as the creator of Trauma to Triumph, a powerful 12-week program designed to help people heal from past trauma and take back control of their lives. As a minority in the wellness industry, Christa shares her experiences as an influencer and offers valuable insights into trauma healing, spirituality, and dating. HOW YOU'LL GROW? Christa shares how she has built a massive following through her impactful work. She delves into the definition of trauma, and how she has overcome past wounds and released mental blocks. Christa emphasizes the importance of acknowledging our past traumas and beliefs that no longer serve us and offers activities such as yoga and spirituality to encourage healing. The conversation then shifts toward dating, as Christa shares her own experiences and offers valuable advice for those navigating the dating world. She reflects on what she wishes she had known in her twenties and provides insightful pointers for anyone looking to cultivate a meaningful relationship. THE HOW? Head to @regardlessthepod for this episode's SYLLABUS STEPS & podcast information

GOT CONFIDENCE? In this episode, we get to hang out with a very special guest, David Meltzer, the Co-Founder of Sports 1 Marketing and host of entrepreneur's podcast, "The Playbook", a top 100 business coach, global public speaker, and three-time international best-selling author who has been honored by Variety as “Sports Humanitarian of the Year”. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN? In just 20 minutes, David shares with us what confidence means, how to train your confidence muscle, and how to access confidence when you need it the most. You'll leave this episode also understanding the TRUE definition of progress and success, as well as the ways you can tap into the persistent pursuit of what you love doing and YOUR success starting TODAY. THE HOW? Head to @regardlessthepod for this episode's SYLLABUS STEPS & podcast information.

Let's talk about friendships. In this episode, we have a heart-to-heart with one of my closest friends Lindsay Rae, a lifestyle and wellness content creator, famous for her day-in-the-life Youtube in which she candidly opens up about topics ranging from her latest obsessions to deep topics about life, health, and relationships. Lindsay and I get real about our past experiences with challenging friendships and how we went from feeling depleted, unmatched, and drained by friends to now discovering & nourishing friendships that charge and support us regardless of our highs or lows. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN? You'll leave this episode with an understanding of how to cultivate these types of juicy friendships, and relationships, especially living in a highly superficial, image-focused city like Los Angeles. THE HOW? Head to @regardlessthepod for this episode's SYLLABUS STEPS.

Let's bridge the gap between the physical and emotional. In today's episode, we get real about the power movement and why it is not only game-changing to the physical body but also a mental level up. Today's superhuman is Emily Eckstein, who is Emily is an Austin-based certified group fitness instructor, personal trainer, mindset coach, as well as the Founder of Fit Food Junkies, “Addicted to Health”.  How you will grow today? REGARDLESS of what you have on your plate, movement can improve your mindset in and outside of the gym.You'll leave this episode feeling inspired to move, understand how to uncover your why, and learn how you can move in ways that feel the most energizing for YOUR body  Want to embody all of these learnings? Head to @regardlessthepod on IG for this episode's SYLLABUS STEPS.  Superhuman: Emily Eckstein  Instagram | Podcast: Fit Food Junkie

It’s 2023! Let’s start the new year strong with our very own Happiness 101 class with the one and only Dr. Laurie Santos, a Yale Professor, TED speaker, and the Podcast Host of one of the top mental health podcasts in the world - The Happiness Lab. Based on the psychology course Dr.Santos teaches at Yale — the most popular class in the university’s 300-year history — The Happiness Lab will take you through the latest scientific research and share some surprising and inspiring stories that will change the way you think about happiness. Today, Dr.Santos is taking her top class from Yale and is bringing it to us here on REGARDLESS. Dr. Laurie Santos shares her favorite "happiness hacks" that we can incorporate into our lives, boosting our happiness levels in less than two weeks. You’ll leave this episode knowing how to alter and engineer the way you think in order to make your life easier and more enjoyable including self-comparison shifts on social media, increasing positive self-talk and other-oriented behavior, and how to sit through your negative emotions in order to strengthen your resilience. Superhuman: Dr. Laurie Santos | The Happiness Lab + Head to @regardlessthepod to view this episode SYLLABUS STEPS. 

Men, this episode is for YOU. As a twenty-something male, you face pressures and expectations that women may not fully experience, and we see you. In SZN 2, EP 3, we get real with Paul Simard, the executive Coordinator and small-group facilitator of Sacred Sons, an organization that helps men grow and awaken to their true power and purpose; ultimately catalyzing healthy masculinity. Paul educates us on the negative impact of the word "toxic masculinity" and instead shares stories and heart-centered language that kick-starts empowerment and positive change for younger generations. We also discuss the repercussions of the patriarchy, the "me too" movement, and how these both have negatively impacted men as a whole. Men, you’ll leave this episode feeling open and inspired to pause and listen to the voice inside of you begging to be heard. And to my women, enough with the excessive "man hate;" you're contributing to the issue. I highly recommend you listen as we must have our men's backs.

OH, FOMO, BINGE DRINKING, AND PARTY CULTURE! In this episode, we sit down with, Cory Camp, an ex-national swimmer turned life coach and founder of Forever Athlete Radio. Cory opens up about his journey throughout his early twenties from pro swimmer to navigating the adult world and how FOMO, binge drinking, and party culture, took control of his life steering wheel. Cory shares how he was able to get back in the driver's seat through sobriety, ultimately taking his life from 0-100. You'll leave this episode knowing how to pause, look internally, and make decisions that are in alignment with your truest self REGARDLESS of pure pressure, what's "normal" as a twenty-something-year-old, and judgment from others.

Are you a high-achiever? Do you suffer from perfectionism? If yes, this episode is for you my friend. In this part B convo with my life coach, Sage Miller, we deep dive into what it's like to be a high achiever and how we can start to slow the breaks on always being "Mr. or Mrs. Perfect." You'll leave this episode understanding the steps you can take to create balance, acceptance, and most importantly, sustainable momentum. Lastly, regardless of the systems and structures that trigger perfectionism, you'll learn how to subscribe to the things that protect your peace and champion your future-self.

Curious about what it's like to have a life coach? In this part A episode, you'll get front-row seats at a quick yet juicy and rich conversation with my personal life coach, Sage Miller. Sage and I reflect on the top four transformative things I learned throughout our 11 weeks together that have helped me level up in every area of my life - spiritual, social, career, and love. This episode is $$$$!!

This episode is sponsored by Magic Mind, the world's first productivity drink. Use code REGARDLESS20 to get 40% off your first subscription or 20% off your first one time purchase. My 40% off code only lasts 10 days, so hurry up. Let's talk LOVE with relationship coach, Isabel Campanelli, who is the Founder of Throughline coaching and a specialist in self-love, intimacy, conscious communication, and conflict resolution. Isabel helps women and men attract real love, not just another date. Wow, am I ready for this. Isabel shares how we can be crystal clear on who we are, what we want, and the steps we can take to attract "the one". We cover the importance of values, vulnerability, honesty, as well as how to heal from post trauma trigger habits. Isabel and I discuss some of our thoughts on ghosting and how to handle avoidant attachment styles. You'll leave this episode fully knowing your red/green flags, non-negotiables, must-haves, nice-to-haves, and how to utilize this information to further strengthen your dating life or current relationships to take it to the next level of "awakened love." Cheers to BECOMING what we want to attract. xx

This episode is sponsored by Magic Mind, the world's first productivity drink. Use code REGARDLESS20 to get 40% off your first subscription or 20% off your first one time purchase. My 40% off code only lasts 10 days, so hurry up. :) We sit down with the EVP and CMO of iHeart Media, Gayle Troberman! Gayle is THE definition of a marketing innovator and visionary. Prior to iHeartMedia and IPG Mediabrands; Gayle was the one of the first female leaders and Chief Creative Officer at Microsoft, where she helped launch the Internet's first startups. REGARDLESS of being a woman AND gay, Gayle shares how she was able to build her network and climb her own ladder in order to get to where she is today. You'll leave this episode understanding the power of climbing your own ladder in the working world, owning your mistakes, and how to "get it right" rather than “to be right." IS THIS EPS FOR ME? This is for you if you're feeling overwhelmed by the corporate world / current job, unsure on how to expand your network, or want to know how to ‘climb your own ladder.’

Wondering how you can begin your spiritual journey? Curious on how to strengthen your intuitive power? start manifesting and see results? Whether you're a newbie or a certified witch, this episode will allow you to unlock a set of tools, some of you never knew existed! In honor of all of our inner witches, we sit down with psychic medium, emotional & spiritual mentor, Natalia Ochoa! Natalia's mission is to to demystify spirituality and guide her clients towards your empowerment, intuition and self mastery. Natalia shares the power of intuition and how spirituality has been a support system regardless of doubtful times. Natalia also teaches us how to rely on our intuition to further strengthen our relationships, careers, decision-making, and overall wellbeing. You'll also leave this episode, understanding the holistic importance of a "zen zone" and how to curate one for yourself in order to tap into a "higher power" or a more "grounded state of being."

Take a moment to reflect upon your typical weekday. Are you thriving or just merely surviving? Are you white-knuckling life, just barely getting by? Or do you feel joyful, ecstatic about your day, and energized by what's on your plate. In this episode, we sit down with women's leadership speaker, mindset expert, and founder of non-profit SheCAN, Peggy Sullivan, who inspires people to become the best versions of themselves. Peggy explains the difference between surviving versus thriving as well as the importance of understanding your values AND how we can embody these values in every area of our life. You'll leave this episode understanding what your values are, how to make time for the things that bring you the most joy, and how you can start to enter that "thriving zone."

This episode is sponsored by The Five Minute Journal! Win a journal by following @fiveminutejournal, @regardlessthepod, and leave an apple review! x The topic of body image & food is a dynamic one, especially in today's world where a lot of information is left out of the content that we consume on social, whether it’s a "what I eat in a day” post, diet plans, or even just as simple as a picture. In this special episode, we sit down with food freedom, intuitive eating coach, and author, Sloane Elizabeth. Sloane and I get real about the affects of social media and how it can get in the way of us honoring our bodies & fueling ourselves with nutrition, instead of feeling ashamed about eating and being "hyper focused" on the external resulting in comparing our bodies to others. Sloane shares shares her definition of intuitive eating and how to manifest food freedom that is unique to YOUR body. You'll leave this episode feeling supported and understanding how to cultivate a healthy, freeing, and abundant relationship with food REGARDLESS of the social media scale.

'Regardless15' is now live for 15% off everything site-wide at quokkabrew.com!! Let's talk about binge drinking. We've all experienced waking up the next morning feeling like we've taken at least 10+ steps backwards, we're quite literally drowning in emotions of depression and anxiety, and are questioning why we even drank so much the night before. Was it really worth it?! As we all know, alcohol holds a HUGE presence in our twenties. A lot of us do depend on alcohol to "quickly fix" our problems or to escape reality. Unfortunately, it's common for alcohol to take the steering wheel of our weekends and the "Sunday Scaries" to bleed into our weeks. So let's be honest with ourselves, alcohol could be preventing us from living to our fullest potential. In this EP, we sit down with George Youmans, the Co-Founder & CRO of Hiyo, a leading better-than-alcohol alternative. George shares his sobriety journey, his past relationship with alcohol (from reformed frat star to successful CEO) and how cutting out alcohol lead to the greatest years of his life. You'll learn how to examine & manage your relationship with alcohol and how to actionize & navigate sobriety in the midst of an alcohol focused world.

Did you know that “mentees are promoted five times more often than those without mentors?” and “mentors themselves are six times more likely to be promoted?” These stats demonstrate the importance of mentorship in your professional and personal life. We sit down with former professional tennis player turned entrepreneur, the CEO of NEOU, Nathan Forster. NEOU is the leading platform in digitized fitness, and has been crowned by the New York Times as "The Amazon of Fitness.” In EP 12, Nathan shares why mentorship has had such a tremendous impact on his professional success a well as overall self-growth. You’ll leave this episode knowing how to find a  mentor, what kind of “mentor qualities” to look for, how to ask for mentorship, as well as the importance of having your personal board of mentors (multiple types of mentors for every area in your life). We also discuss the importance of values and the internal process of making a decision - wrong versus right.

CODE: REGARDLESS - 10% off Elavi for Regardless listeners! In honor of mercury being in retrograde and full moon in Scorpio, we chat ENERGY with Michelle Razavi, the CEO of ELAVI, an Elevated Nutrition company, famous for their collagen boosted bars and superfood nut butters! As we all know, there are so many moving pieces in our twenties, from juggling a full-time job and side hustles to maintaining a flourishing social and romantic life, to budgeting and somehow prioritizing our health. SO yeah, it can be extremely overwhelming to consider curating a sustainable self-care routine that makes sense with our busy schedules. And what does protecting our energy even mean? In this episode, Michelle shares the importance of protecting our energy amidst all the chaos, whether it’s in our professional, social, or even in our romantic lives. We learn how to design an energizing self-care routine, create healthy boundaries with our peers and loved ones, and how to prioritize our energy over the devil, FOMO.

In this special episode, we get deep with artist, yogi, meditation teacher, entrepreneur, and content creator, Miki Ash! Miki is the “feel good” guru and enlightens her following on how to make our well-being a priority. Miki is also the founder of “The How,” an application that provides specific tools & practices to uplift and empower us. In EP10, Miki opens up about what it was like for her to grow up in a broken home and how that translated into her romantic relationships, friendships; ultimately dictating her self-worth. We also discuss Miki's traumatic experience that happened to her in her early twenties during her time abroad. Miki was roofied and sexually abused by a stranger. Regardless of the different traumatic experiences Miki faced, she found the power within herself to begin her healing journey, detach from the trauma, and instead rise above, and shine even brighter. Miki provides us with specific tools and resources that helped her to heal from growing up in a broken home, sexual abuse, and how she was able to thrive, and, fully love herself from within.

Did you know that the fear of failure is one of the most common biggest fears that hold people back from living their best life? You aren’t alone. In our twenties, I believe it’s even easier for us to fear failing or making mistakes because we're trapped in a self-comparison mode. I mean how can we not? We’re in the middle of growing into our own identity, discovering what type of career fuels our fire and so much more! So when we see someone else succeed, whether it’s one of our peers starting their successful biz in their twenties, or even coming across a Forbes under 30 articles, or browsing LinkedIn and seeing twenty-something entrepreneurs... overwhelming is an understatement. In EP9, we sit down with 23 year old, Sydney Karmes-Wainer, who is a self-starter, entrepreneur, and The Founder of French Squirrel, a French-inspired good-for-you snacking company. Sydney shares how she was able to jump into the deep end and learn how to swim. Sydney also provides insight on how she was able to start French Squirrel without needing to have this "perfect plan," how she was able to safely + smartly create a biz in her early twenties, and how she was able to fully actionize her dreams regardless of imperfection. Finally, Sydney beautifully opens up about the rollercoaster of emotions she experienced while creating her company and how it ultimately impacted her emotional and physical health, and how she was able to rise above insecurities, self-comparison, and disordered eating. Tune in for your future self.

Why does this always happen to me?! Does this phrase sound familiar to you? Regardless of when shit hits the fan and when situations don’t go the way we would like them to, we actually have the choice AND power to get honest with ourselves, step out of victim mode, take ownership, and flip our mindset. Our internal chatter truly reflects our external reality. In episode 8, we have a heart-to-heart with holistic health nutritionist, podcaster, content creator, and your wellness big sis, Rebecca Leigh. Rebecca shares her journey of how she was able to shit her mindset in order to start owning her own reality regardless of the things that come her way. Regardless of her external world, she's in control. Regardless of whether or not she is in the position she wants to be in, she has discovered that she is in control and has the power to change her own mindset in order to start manifesting everything she desires. Rebecca also discusses the 5 ways we can start improving the relationship with ourselves. Tune in to hear the juice!

Are you unapologetically yourself? Are you living your life as your true self or are you controlled by your ego? In this episode, we sit down with 28 year old, Jake Karls, the modern-day Willy Wonka, Co-Founder, and Rainmaker of Mid-Day Squares. Jake talks about the path he took in order to drop his ego wall and step into a space of being unapologetically himself despite judgment. Jake’s aha moment has allowed him to find confidence, personal freedom, and an abundance of success in his career as well as his relationships! Listen to learn how you can start to embrace the true YOU regardless of limitations such as judgment, ego, and societal pressure!

In this episode, we have a heart-to-heart with holistic health coach & influencer, Autumn Clayman. Autumn is the woman behind She’s Plant Based, a health and wellness blog that has blown up via Instagram and TikTok for empowering women to embrace their inner & outer beauty through nutrition, self-love, and personal discovery. Autumn shares her journey of how she was able to cultivate a healthy relationship with food and learn how to love her body despite diet culture, social media, and the comparison trap. We break down touchy subjects such as “what I eat in a day” posts, the social media scale, as well as the importance of intuitive eating, and what it means to LOVE your body unconditionally.

Did you know that one of the top 10 fears is the fear of failure? In this episode, we sit down with influencer, creative professional, and the CEO of Styled By Kara, Kara Pearson who shares her experience confronting her fear of failure and rising above limiting beliefs, self-comparison, and societal norms. You’ll hear Kara’s perspective of what it was like deciding to drop out of college and instead pursue a career route that was most in alignment with her dreams.

In celebration of the New Year, we deep dive with speaker, podcaster, and social media influencer, Alexa Curtis about how to step into 2022 with a fearless mindset. Alexa and I discuss everything from the 5 secrets to being fearless to hustle culture and what it means to have a healthy relationship with social media to get out of self-comparison mode. You'll learn how to successfully set intentions and goals that are truly sustainable as well as how to uncover your truest passions in order to get everything you want in the new year. Who's ready to level up this year?

Motivational speaker, author, coach, and mentor, Dr. Dan Diamond shares his experience directing the Medical Triage Unit in New Orleans following hurricane Katrina and how this experience has impacted his view on the various ways people cope with trauma. We discuss how twenty-something-year-olds can learn from these stories in order for us to successfully cope with our own adversities as well as how to be there for our friends through tough times.

Happy happy cuffing season! Time to dive into DATING, which we all know can be the wild wild west in our 20’s. Meet dating & relationship coach, Melanie Torres, who helps individuals confidently navigate the online dating scene and heals clients from past relationships in order to transform their current dating lives. In this second episode, Melanie shares her personal dating experiences and ultimately how she was able to step into her power and claim what she wanted from a relationship, zero guilts given. We also discuss how to navigate the ins and outs of dating in our 20’s, including ghosting, dating apps, red flags, and, quality lists. Who’s ready?

Finding and pursuing your dream job is complicated - especially in our 20's when we feel pressure to make money right out of the gate. That's why entrepreneurship can be scary. In this very first episode, we get to chat with superhuman & co-founder of Awaken Agency, Sage Miller, who explains her journey from ending college to embracing the real (corporate) world. Sage shares how she was able to navigate the ups & downs of stepping outside her comfort zone in order to follow her dreams of starting a business, from scratch, at just 26 years old.

A huge warm welcome to Regardless: You've Got This! This episode is a quick 15 min introduction. You will learn what this podcast will be about & what you can expect to gain from tuning into each episode. Lastly, you'll get to know a little bit more about me, your host, who I am & what brought me here.