The UPlift Pod

Join Cy & Tessa as they talk all about professionalism. What it means to them and how to cultivate a professional environment for your peace.
They were inspired by this quote from the actor Keri Russell published by Variety: 
“As you get older, you just want to work with nice — maybe ‘nice’ is not the right word,” Russell observes. “Stable. Professional. I don’t need any new best friends. I have great friends. I have a partner. But I just don’t want to put up with people’s bullshit anymore. Figure that shit out. Go do that on your own time. Don’t bring it to work. I just want to work with professionals.” - Keri Russell
Researchers call difficult people at work hasslers. Hasslers not only cause harm to the work environment but also to the health and wellbeing of other employees. 
In a world of hasslers, be a Tessa. Be a Cy. And find your peace through the sh*t storm. 
Source for “hasslers” can be found here

So, are you living for today?  Cy & Tessa have asked themselves this and have tools that helped them.
Life is made for living. Let’s live free of others opinions and expectations. Let’s enjoy all our moments. The moments that make us happy & the moments that teach us. You are worthy of joy right now.
We are here to guide you into making the most of every day! Life is too short to not find a bit of joy in every day.
Join Tessa and Cy today as they break down the many pitfalls that catch us all missing out on the now and letting life pass us by.  Tune in to remember how to get back in touch with you and live every precious moment of your life.

Babe, you are phenomenal. You are doing it all and then some.You know that little voice in your head that says you are still not enough? We are here to tell you that the little voice is lying to you. The world doesn’t define what is perfect for you; you do. You are perfect just the way you are! 😘
 
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Ever notice how you leave some conversations feeling lighter… and others feeling like someone unplugged your soul?
In this episode, we're talking about one of the biggest influences on your growth that most people overlook: the people you surround yourself with.
You've probably heard the saying, "You're the average of the five people you spend the most time with." But here's the update: you're also the average of the information you consume every day. Your inner circle and your information circle are constantly shaping your mindset, your confidence, your habits, and even what you believe is possible.
This isn't about judging people or cutting everyone out of your life. It's about becoming intentional. Who celebrates your wins? Who reminds you of who you are when you forget? And who leaves you feeling emotionally exhausted every single time?
Because here's the truth: joy is contagious. So is negativity.
In this conversation, we'll explore how to build an inner circle where everyone's light gets brighter—not dimmer. We'll talk about recognizing energy vampires (yes, they exist), setting healthy boundaries without guilt, and creating relationships that leave everyone feeling more seen, more encouraged, and more alive.
Your future isn't built by accident. It's built by the voices you let closest to your heart.
So grab your coffee, take a deep breath, and let's make sure the people—and the messages—you invite into your life are helping you rise.
Because around here, we don't just protect our peace.
We protect our possibility. 🤩

Hey babe, can we talk for a minute?
When was the last time you did something just because it made you happy? Not because it was productive. Not because it looked good on LinkedIn. Not because it checked a box or moved you closer to some imaginary finish line. Just because it brought you joy.
Somewhere along the way, a lot of us got bamboozled into believing that being a responsible adult meant abandoning the very things that made us feel alive. We traded curiosity for caution, wonder for worry, and play for endless to-do lists. And frankly? That's a terrible deal.
In this episode, we invite you to remember who you were before everyone had an opinion about how you should dress, act, love, work, dream, and exist. Before somebody convinced you that being "sensible" was more important than being yourself.
We're talking about reconnecting with your inner child—not in a cheesy, kumbaya kind of way—but in a "hold up, that little girl actually knew some things" kind of way. What did she love? What made her lose track of time? What lit her up before the world started telling her to dim her shine?
Because here's what we've learned: joy isn't a distraction from your purpose. Joy is often the path back to it!
So if you've been waiting for a sign to take the class, start the project, buy the roller skates, dance in your living room, make the art, write the book, plant the garden, or do that thing you've been talking yourself out of for years...
Baby, this is your sign 🙌🏽
The world has enough exhausted people trying to be who everyone else wants them to be.
What it needs is more people brave and bold enough to be themselves.
Let's get back to the good stuff. Your younger self is waiting to play with you. And honey, she's wondering what is taking you so long! ✨💛🎙️

Everybody’s got advice, babe. Your mama, your ex, your noisy neighbor at the office. That one friend who swears they’re “just being honest.” 🙃 But not all advice is created equal — and not all of it is meant for YOU.
In this episode, we’re getting into The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly of advice: unsolicited opinions, fear disguised as concern, and why so much of what people tell you is actually a projection of their own limits, wounds, and experiences. Whew. 👀
We’re talking about:✨ Considering the source before you absorb the message✨ Learning the difference between wisdom and noise✨ Why your intuition deserves a seat at the table✨ How to stop second-guessing yourself every time someone has an opinion✨ And why trusting yourself might just be the thing that serves you best
Because at the end of the day? Nobody has to live your life but you. And sometimes the most powerful thing you can say is: “Thanks… but I’m gonna trust myself on this one.” 💅🏽
So grab your coffee, your journal, or your emotional support water bottle and come hang out. Big sister mode is fully activated in this episode. You got this. 🙌🏽

We weren't looking for a podcast partnership, but when kismet came knocking - we said "yes!" This week, we’re diving into the magic of serendipity and why your intuition is a much better guide than any old played out script. We’re talking about why simply being kind to yourself and staying curious about how it is all unfolding is the key. Because life isn't a straight line, honey—enjoy the curves.

Stop trying to blend into the background; the lighting is better in the spotlight and you are a star!
If the world is a stage, we’re the ones who forgot the script—and we’re better for it. This week, we’re talking about the glory of being the "Black Sheep" and why fitting in is actually just a very boring form of performance art.
We discuss how to recognize social power plays and why "I'm not taking feedback right now" is the most powerful sentence in the English language.

Let’s be real. Most people are performing conformity and calling it a personality. We’re over it. This episode is a masterclass in reading the room, trusting your gut, and realizing that if someone tries to "gift" you their drama, you don't have to sign for the package. Whether it’s dodging workplace manipulators or finding five minutes of pure, selfish joy, we’re showing you how to live life in the gray area—and feel fabulous doing it. ✨

Somewhere along the way, we were taught that if it doesn’t hurt, it doesn’t count.
Yeah… we’re not buying that anymore.
 
In this episode, we unpack the real roots of hustle culture—from puritanical values to modern-day productivity obsession—and how it’s shaped the way we think about success, worth, and rest.
 
We’re talking:
 
Why burnout gets rewarded
How we internalize “I should be doing more”
And what it actually looks like to grow without running yourself into the ground
 
 
Because let’s be clear:
You don’t have to suffer to be powerful. You are magic ✨