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Busy Making Other Plans
by Ashley Tabatabaei
Ashley explores what it’s REALLY like navigating life in your early 20s, from dating, entering the workforce, personal development and how to adult. As a young woman living in Toronto, she is not afraid to exploit her personal life for your entertainment. She’s known for her inability to sugarcoat anything, so expect unfiltered discussions on things we can ALL relate to every week. This podcast is here to get us through the best years of our lives together, and hopefully share some wisdom.
Episodes
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Where Have I been?
She's back! After a little break and lots of self reflection, Ashley is ready to be back on the mic talking about her faith journey, her new work out split, and the word over her life this year. Of course, no episode is complete without Ashley getting off track and sharing some stories, but…
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Tea is best served hot
Welcome to the Busy Making Other plans podcast! Ashley Is back to share some updates from the past month, including some hot tea. In this mini episode Ashley tells a story about her days BC (Before Christ). Oh, we love memory lane! Make sure to listen and subscribe. :)
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ANNIVERSARY EPISODE
IT'S THE 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THIS PODCAST!
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Oh un-holy night
Merry Christmas Eve! What even is Christmas? Do people need to believe in Jesus to appreciate this time of year? on today's episode, Ashley talks about Christmas time and what it means to her now vs. as a kid with a secular upbringing. Ashley shares details about her family life, what she's up to...
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Hit me with your best shot
On today’s episode, Ashley shares some news about where she plans on moving to next year…*hint*hint* it’s in a different continent. She gives listeners an update on the new hobby she’s taken up, and the painful result of it. Tune in to hear more of Ashley’s life updates before she leaves for...
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Romanticizing your life
She’s back with another episode of Busy Making Other Plans and is here to talk about romanticizing your life. If you are not in love with the life you live no matter where you are in the journey, we’ve got to change that! Tune in to hear Ashley’s tips on how to love your life. UPDATE: episodes…
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Confidence is KEY!
Miss me? Today is all about CONFIDENCE! Confidence isn’t comfortable, but it’s necessary to get what you want and deserve in life. Before getting into today’s topic, Ashley shares her new goal for the upcoming year, and how she’s mitigating the risk of getting sex trafficked (It’s a real fear…
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The Worst Episode Ever
She's back, she's bloated and ready to overshare. Enough said. :)
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Unlicensed Therapy
This is a longer episode as Ashley goes into therapy mode and talks about the conflict happening behind the scenes with a family member and how she handles the stress and resolution of it all. Every struggled to see eye to eye with a parent? Then you need this episode. Ashley also goes into some...
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Who should pay on a first date?
On today's episode, Ashley is giving you your weekly dose of pop culture, starting with the Kardashians playing poor and Kylie Jenner getting Stormi a school bus to sit on (WOW, they're just like us!). Ashley shares a milestone she recently hit, while also speaking about the atypical way she...
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For the Right Reasons
She is back, she is feisty, and she has a lot to say. Ashley talks about the annoying part growing up not knowing her parents' mother tongue, while also giving business advice to coffee shop owners. PRO TIP: OPEN EARLIER! Ashley mentioned last week that she made the decision to commit to her…
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Relationship Rebrand
The fun continues this week starting off with how Ashley's iphone was ran over by a car. Ashley jumps right into discussing her weekend escapades that gave her some tough realizations (03:54). Tuesday morning thoughts this week are all about Ashley's new perspective on love, life, and her...
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Dating sucks but you don't
As the wise Charlotte York (SATC) once said, 'I've been dating since I was 15 I'm exhausted where is he?". Dating quite frankly sucks, but it doesn't have to! In this weeks episode, Ashley talking about dating woes, the written and unwritten rules, and the best way to get back into the dating…
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White BMWs and Dior Sauvage
"What's your background?"... if you don't know, you will today! In this weeks episode Ashley talks about hilarious Persian Stereotypes (which are so true in her life), as well as explaining her fraudulent fuck up. Ashley ends the episode recapping her weekend at club A&W, as well as asking for...
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Stressed, unimpressed but still thriving
On this weeks episode Ashley gives listeners an update on what's new in her life. This includes credit card fraud, being asked to be a bridesmaid, and being sick & tired of patio season. She also shares her fitness journey and how she currently feels about her body and transformation. If you want...
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Dealing with a Breakup
Today Ashley gets in her feelings as she reflects on her last relationship that ultimately ended in a breakup. Ashley talks about what was going through her head as the relationship ended, and how she dealt with it during COVID. She never really spoke to anyone about the breakup after it…
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Creeping, Breadcrumbing and Cringy things
On today's episode, Ashley shows listeners why she should have worked for the FBI, because her insta creeping went to an all new level! PSA: be careful what you post on social media! Ashley then gets into today's topic, which is what to do when you're getting breadcrumbed. If you don't know what...
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The first night out
Ashley reflects on her first weekend out since lockdown began, and explains why she loves getting drunk. She also dives into this weeks episode of the bachelorette and her thoughts on the mud wrestling group date.
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Stop caring what people think
Ashley talks about how she evolved from an anxiety driven person, into someone that leads with logic (kinda?). Her experience with CBT helped her learn to stop caring what people think, and to be a rational person. As always, Ashley has weekend updates and a funny story involving her dad, WHAT…
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Apologies in advance
Today marks the 1 year anniversary of Ashley working at her company….AND LIVING IN TORONTO! Ashley spends time reflecting on the past year, and why this year she’s not looking to be acknowledged. Ashley talks about the dirty interaction she had with someone yesterday….quite literally. She ends…
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The Bigger The Hoop
This week Ashley talks about her first week with a new roommate, and why her condo is looking like a minimalist monastery. Ashley recalls the story of the security guard in her building that became obsessive, and how they ~allegedly~ got him fired. Ashley also explains why this summer she’s...
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La vida no loca
She rose from the dead and has some life updates to share....a lot can happen in 2 weeks. Ashley gives her take on working remotely, Jeff Bezos' sexts, and why dating is so hard these days. PLUS, new roommate who dis? Audio credit: David Szesztay, Crowander - Don't you leave
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Dry Spells
She took a week off but she is BACK and ready to chat your ear off. Ashley starts off the episode giving listeners a life update and sharing some exciting news. Are you going through a dry spell? Lockdown has been an issue for many people’s sex lives, and Ashley’s going to share what you can do…
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The Virtual Graduate
Welcome to the adult club! Ashley talks virtual graduation and reflects on what she was feeling when she left university abruptly last year. Ashley discusses post-grad anxiety and why corona time is a blessing in disguise.
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The Curly Chronicles
Today Ashley talks about her curly hair journey, and how the way she views her hair has changed over the years. Ashley recalls growing up thinking her hair was ugly, and dealing with hair dressers that wouldn't know how to properly style it, adding to her frustration. She ends the episode off…
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Uncurated Influencer
Per usual, Ashley begins the episode on a rant about something she finds both funny and infuriating at the same time. Question: do you need a formal education to succeed in life? Ashley tells listeners what she thinks. She then dives into her weekend activities which involve an encounter with a...
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How to be a Hot Girl
Hot Girl Bootcamp is in full gear as the weather gets warmer. Ashley explains how to be a hot girl this summer, and why the secret to being a hot girl, isn't really a secret. She's about to break down some real hot girl shit and you better take notes!
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Spring Cleaning your life
Spring has sprung and Ashley does some spring cleaning both in her closet and her life. That's right, remember those people you met once in a club bathroom and followed on instagram? GONE. People in high school that you were only friends with because you saw them everyday? BYE. Ashley goes on a...
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Amigas Cheetahs
Many have asked but no one truly knows what went down while Ashley was living abroad. Today that changes. Ashley is joined by her two former roommates as they reminisce on the good, the bad and the ugly times while sharing an apartment together in Barcelona. Ashley is going international for this...
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Empathy Therapy
Ashley discusses one of her weaknesses...empathizing with others. Is she a terrible person? Maybe. But is she working on it? Also maybe. Tune in to listen to her talk about why she is the way she is and strategies to improve this behaviour if you’re in the same boat. Ashley also recaps the Golden...
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Grown AF
On this weeks episode, Ashley describes life after graduation. Adulting can be hard, but it's also pretty great. Ashley talks about what she's learned this past year and why you shouldn't compare where you are in life to others. We're #GrownAF now. Instagram: @Busy.makingotherplans
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Diamond in the Rough
Ashley goes on a tangent as she recounts a funny story from a past vacation in Florida, and explains why she finds exercise to be an 'obligation'. Grab your tissues and a bottle of wine because if there's no DUFF in your friend group... it's probably you. Ashley comes to the realization that…
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Love is in the air
Valentine’s Day is coming up and Ashley gives a much needed pep talk to those that are celebrating alone. Why isn’t there a holiday for single people? Ashley talks about V-day etiquette for all relationship statuses, while also sharing stories of her Valentine’s Day in the past (both good and…
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So you want to buy a house?
Today Ashley has a VERY special guest. Her and her guest talk about...you guessed it, buying YOUR OWN HOME. This episode is for the young adults who feel like the process of buying a home is intimidating or too far down the road. We break it down into steps that are easy to understand, and will…
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Animal Flow
Ashley's been on a fitness kick and wanted to share her latest discovery....animal flow. Ashley and her guest Lauris Anderson, a fitness professional and certified animal flow instructor, discuss the benefits of animal flow and how her first class went. The two also dive into the funny way they...
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Saddle up Cowboy
Ashley recaps her covid-conscious surprise birthday weekend with the girls, how hard it was making friends in university, pays homage to her achievements in 2020, and talks about the annoying things people who study abroad do. Instagram: @ashleytabatabaei @busy.makingotherplans
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THE ROOMMATES
Ashley is joined by her first guest...HER ROOMMATE. The girls discuss everything from living together, Morgan's opinion on the men Ashley dates, and play 20 questions. Morgan also talks about her career in marketing and social media, while giving tips on how to grow your instagram following....
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Success Disaster
Ashley gives us an update on how she started the New Year. This week, Ashley hits us with some wellness by discussing success disaster, and how to escape it. Leading from Purpose by Nick Craig: https://www.amazon.ca/Leading-Purpose-Clarity-Confidence-Matters/dp/031641624X
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It's Cuffing Season
It's that time of year again...CUFFING SEASON. Ashley talks about why people feel the need to get cuffed, along with what you should be looking for in your seasonal partner. Ashley also shares her favourite Bachelorette contestant this past season and why men should get a skincare routine.
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Living in Toronto on a Budget
In Ashley's first episode she dives right into her life after graduating and moving to Toronto. Ashley breaks down how to live in the city on a budget, as well as giving insight into the best neighbourhoods and rental price for those balling on a budget. Follow Ashley every Tuesday as she…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Ashley explores what it’s REALLY like navigating life in your early 20s, from dating, entering the workforce, personal development and how to adult. As a young woman living in Toronto, she is not afraid to exploit her personal life for your entertainment. She’s known for her inability to sugarcoat anything, so expect unfiltered discussions on things we can ALL relate to every week. This podcast is here to get us through the best years of our lives together, and hopefully share some wisdom.
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Ashley Tabatabaei
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Ashley explores what it’s REALLY like navigating life in your early 20s, from dating, entering the workforce, personal development and how to adult. As a young woman living in Toronto, she is not afraid to exploit her personal life for your entertainment. She’s known for her inability to sugarcoat...
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