53. How we're reclaiming our summer with the right intentions
Send us a textSupport our Friday Coffee Chats and help us bring you more insightful content! Your support makes a difference. Buy us a virtual coffee here and keep the conversation brewing. Every sip counts!This isn’t a summer bucket list. It’s a blueprint for how we want to feel.In this Friday Coffee Chat, we’re sitting down to share the six intentions shaping our summer, not based on what we should do, but what we actually need. If you're feeling burnt out from a busy year or just craving a more grounded rhythm, this one’s for you.We talk about:How to stop future-tripping and stay presentWhy filtering information is a self-care moveProtecting your energy like it’s your jobReclaiming play as a priority, not a luxuryLetting go of rigid routines to make space for spontaneityChoosing the joy of missing out over performative “yeses”Think of this episode as a mindset reset: less hustle, more intention. We’re not doing summer like everyone else. We’re doing it our way. 📩 Share it with a friend who needs a "more me, less noise" summer, too.If your work is taking over your life and you struggle to unplug in the evening or even the weekend, we'd love to help you create a work-life balance that works for you!Support the showSupport the showLove,Tina & Eleni Youtube | Instagram: @thehappy9to5 | TikTok: @thehappy9to5
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52. How to make the most of your vacation (without even leaving home) with Prof. Dr. Jessica de Bloom
Send us a textSupport our Friday Coffee Chats and help us bring you more insightful content! Your support makes a difference. Buy us a virtual coffee here and keep the conversation brewing. Every sip counts!Taking time off should leave you recharged—but does it actually? In this Friday Coffee Chat, we’re joined by vacation and recovery expert Professor Jessica de Bloom to explore what truly makes time off restorative (hint: it’s not about a fancy destination).We talk about:✨ Why vacation is more about how you spend your time—not where✨ Why waiting all year for one long vacation isn’t doing you any favors ✨ What most people get wrong about “workations” (and what to do instead) ✨ How to create mini-vacation moments at home that really help you detachWhether you’re planning a trip or just craving better weekends, this coffee chat will help you rethink rest and start designing downtime that actually works.Helpful tools & links from our guest expert:Slow travel: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/14766820903464242Challenges of digital nomads: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40558-020-00172-4More evidence-based vacation tips: https://www.bps.org.uk/psychologist/making-holidays-workDRAMMA model including self-test: https://psyche.co/guides/why-you-should-forget-work-life-balance-in-crafting-a-good-lifeWhy our brains need downtime: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/mental-downtime/If your work is taking over your life and you struggle to unplug in the evening or even the weekend, we'd love to help you create a work-life balance that works for you!Support the showLove,Tina & Eleni Youtube | Instagram: @thehappy9to5 | TikTok: @thehappy9to5
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51. Why is making friends as an adult so damn hard? How to break the loneliness trap
Send us a textSupport our Friday Coffee Chats and help us bring you more insightful content! Your support makes a difference. Buy us a virtual coffee here and keep the conversation brewing. Every sip counts!Are we just bad at making friends once we grow up? In this Friday Coffee Chat, we’re diving deep into a modern paradox: we’re more connected than ever, yet so many of us feel deeply alone. Over 53% of adults aged 18 to 44 say they feel frequently or always lonely. So… what gives?We explore:Why adult friendships are harder than childhood onesHow our busy, individualistic lifestyles sabotage real connectionWhat trauma, trust issues, and fear of awkwardness have to do with itAnd the surprisingly simple (but brave) steps to build better bonds in adulthoodIf you’ve ever moved cities, struggled to go beyond small talk, or wondered why no one told you how to make friends after college, this episode is for you.✨ We also share personal stories, awkward friendship fails, and real tips for building genuine, lasting adult connections.Making friends as grown-ups is tough. BUT you can do something about it.If your work is taking over your life and you struggle to unplug in the evening or even the weekend, we'd love to help you create a work-life balance that works for you!Support the showLove,Tina & Eleni Youtube | Instagram: @thehappy9to5 | TikTok: @thehappy9to5
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50. We react to the internet’s wild advice on toxic coworkers
Send us a textSupport our Friday Coffee Chats and help us bring you more insightful content! Your support makes a difference. Buy us a virtual coffee here and keep the conversation brewing. Every sip counts!Toxic coworkers: the struggle is real. In this Friday Coffee Chat, we react to some of the wildest, strangest, and surprisingly relatable advice the internet has to offer on dealing with difficult people at work.You’ll hear: 😳 Our real-time reactions to the internet’s “top tips” 😂 What made us laugh, cringe, or actually say, “okay, that’s not bad” ✨ Real talk on what it’s like to navigate office dynamics while protecting your peaceIf you're working a 9–5 and trying to keep your cool around coworkers who test your patience, this episode is your reminder that you're not alone — and that sometimes laughter is the best coping strategy.If your work is taking over your life and you struggle to unplug in the evening or even the weekend, we'd love to help you create a work-life balance that works for you!Support the showLove,Tina & Eleni Youtube | Instagram: @thehappy9to5 | TikTok: @thehappy9to5
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49. How to stop overthinking about work all the time & enjoy your free time
Send us a textSupport our Friday Coffee Chats and help us bring you more insightful content! Your support makes a difference. Buy us a virtual coffee here and keep the conversation brewing. Every sip counts!You’ve logged off. The laptop is shut. But your brain? Still thinks about that meeting from 2 PM. 🙃In this Friday Coffee Chat, we’re talking about something so many of us struggle with: detaching from work—mentally, emotionally, all of it. Because you cannot fully enjoy your life and protect your well-being if you're constantly thinking about work.We cover:✨ Why it’s so hard to detach (hello, unfinished tasks and late-day emails)✨ What reattachment is—and why starting your day right helps you end it better✨ What to do before, during, and after work to protect your energy✨ Simple mindset shifts and rituals to create boundaries that stickYou’ll get real-life examples that will help you:Stop bringing work into your evenings Use brain dumps, shutdown plans & the “Cancel! Cancel!” techniqueFind ways to fill your after-hours with things that bring you joy.This one’s for you if you’re craving more headspace and clarity, better after-work routines, and the kind of evenings that actually feel like a break.Support the showLove,Tina & Eleni Youtube | Instagram: @thehappy9to5 | TikTok: @thehappy9to5
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