Episodes
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You Don't Have to Think Like Me
You don't have to think like me for me to understand you. This week, Meredith and Wendolyn explore the difference between flexibility and conformity—and why those two things get confused so easily. They talk about relationships, therapy, parents and children, social media judgment…
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Where You Live Changes You
What makes a place feel like home? Is it being able to walk to coffee, restaurants, parks, and people you know? Or is it land, privacy, quiet, and enough space that your neighbor can't see your house? This week, Meredith and Wendolyn talk about the surprisingly big impact of where we live—from...
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I Know I Should... But I Don't | Ep. 58
You know that thing you keep saying you should do? Work out. Call someone. Try something new. Take better care of yourself. Make the appointment. Leave the house. Stop doing the thing you don't even like doing anymore. And yet... you don't. This week, Meredith and Wendolyn start with a few "Would...
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You’re More Disciplined Than You Think | Ep. 57
Sometimes you watch a random social media video and accidentally end up questioning your entire personality. That is basically what happened here. This week, Meredith and Wendolyn try something different: they watch social media clips and react in real time. What starts with an extremely…
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Leadership at Home: Why It’s Not About Control | Ep. 56
What does it actually mean to be the leader of a family? In this episode of Simply 1%, Wendolyn sits down with her husband Joe for a candid conversation about leadership, marriage, family culture, traditional roles, sacrifice, responsibility, and what partnership looks like in their home.…
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Anxiety Sometimes Looks Like Criticism, People-Pleasing & Over-Explaining | Part 2
Anxiety can make us seek connection in ways that actually make connection harder. Sometimes it looks like needing reassurance over and over. Sometimes it looks like hiding in the bathroom at a party, staying busy so you don’t have to mingle, performing so everyone likes you, comparing yourself to...
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Anxiety Doesn’t Always Look Like Anxiety (Part One) | Ep. 55
Anxiety does not always look like panic. Sometimes it looks like criticism. Sometimes it looks like people-pleasing, control, over-explaining, shutting down, avoidance, or trying to manage how other people see you. In this episode of Simply 1%, Meredith and Wendolyn continue their anxiety series…
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When Anxiety Shows Up as Control| Ep. 54
Control is often fear trying to create safety. Have you ever needed someone to respond right now, say it the right way, text back correctly, calm down quickly, make a decision, or do something your way so you could finally feel okay? In this episode of Simply 1%, Meredith and Wendolyn continue…
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Why Am I Reacting Like This?| Ep. 53
Have you ever reacted to something and later thought, “Why did that feel so big?” In this episode of Simply 1%, Meredith and Wendolyn talk about activation — what happens in your body after anxiety’s alarm goes off. Through stories about a wooden spoon that looked like a snake, cockroaches,...
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Stay Curious: Why Some Couples Still Like Each Other| Ep.52
Why do some couples still genuinely like each other after years together? In this episode of Simply 1%, Meredith sits down with Wendolyn and Joe for a funny, honest, and meaningful conversation about marriage, curiosity, anxiety, humor, roles, family culture, and what it looks like to stay on the...
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Anxiety Is An Alarm, Not A Decision | Ep. 50
Have you ever wondered if your anxiety is protecting you — or keeping you from actually living? In this episode of Simply 1%, Meredith and Wendolyn talk about anxiety, what it is, what it is not, and why it sometimes serves an important purpose. Anxiety can be a signal to pause, prepare, pay...
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Don’t Overthink It: Your Brain Is Convincing You of Things That Aren’t True | Ep. 49
You can convince yourself of almost anything. That a relationship will change. That everyone is looking at you. That you cannot do something. That you can afford something you absolutely cannot afford. Or that something someone said years ago still defines who you are today. Meredith and Wendolyn...
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The Discipline Of Saying No| Ep. 48
Sometimes the “no” you did not want was actually protecting you. In this solo episode of Simply 1%, Wendolyn explores why no is not always rejection, punishment, or deprivation. Sometimes it is a boundary. Sometimes it is timing. Sometimes it is protection from something that would not have been...
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When Hard Conversations Turn Into Fights | Ep. 47
Have you ever tried to bring up a concern, only to end up defending yourself, debating what happened, or arguing about something from seven years ago? In this solo episode, Meredith explores why two people can experience the exact same moment and walk away with completely different…
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What Went Unsaid: Why Appreciation Matters | Ep. 46
What if gratitude isn't something you feel... but something you practice? This conversation starts with air conditioning, Alaska, summer heat, and everyday frustrations. Somewhere along the way, it turns into something much deeper. Meredith and Wendolyn explore why we often overlook the people,...
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How to Help Someone Who Won’t Listen with Amber Hollingsworth| Ep. 45
Today on Simply 1%, we are joined by Amber Hollingsworth, a clinician who focuses on relationships and specializes in working with people and families impacted by addiction. Amber is also the creator of the YouTube channel @Put the Shovel Down. While Amber’s work is rooted in addiction and family...
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The Surprising Connection Between Your Hands, Heart & Mind| Ep. 44
What do your hands have to do with your thoughts, emotions, memories, and growth? More than you might think. In this episode, Meredith and Wendolyn explore the surprising connection between your hands, your heart, and your mind—and why the simple act of creating, writing, building, or making...
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How to Stop Reacting So Fast: Pause, Gather Information, and Stop Taking It Personally| Ep. 43
Have you ever reacted before you had the full story? In this episode, Meredith and Wendolyn talk about the everyday moments when we get annoyed, activated, impulsive, disappointed, or start taking things personally. Through humor, real-life examples, parenting moments, restaurant frustrations,...
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Not Everything Uncomfortable Requires a Boundary
Not everything uncomfortable is a non-negotiable. Sometimes discomfort is a signal that something isn't right. Sometimes it's a boundary that needs to be honored. Sometimes it's fear asking you to stay safe. And sometimes it's the exact place growth is asking you to go. In this episode of Simply...
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I'm Not Doing That Anymore: The Purpose of Non-Negotiables
What are the things you are simply not willing to do anymore? In this episode of Simply 1%, Meredith and Wendolyn start a conversation about non-negotiables: the boundaries, needs, preferences, and values that protect your peace, energy, relationships, and ability to function well. From reliable...
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Being Right Can Hurt Your Relationships | How Timing And Delivery Change Everything
Speak the truth in love. In this episode of Simply 1%, Meredith and Wendolyn revisit the motivational gifts and take a closer look at the Perceiver. They talk about what it means to see things clearly, speak truth, and notice patterns others may miss, while also learning how to practice grace,...
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Do It Differently, Not Better | The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything
Most people are exhausted because they keep trying to do the same thing… but harder. That’s the mindset we’re challenging in this episode. You don’t always need to become “better.” Sometimes you need to: — change the expectation — change the perspective — change the approach — change the variable...
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What to Do When Your Emotions Take Over : You Have Options
What do you do when your emotions completely take over your day? In this episode of Simply 1%, Meredith and Wendolyn talk about emotional reactions, nervous system responses, anger, stress, overwhelm, trauma responses, and the simple phrase that has been changing the way they move through…
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Getting Curious About the People We Love Most
Relationship and marriage advice on how to create curiosity for deeper connection. Wendolyn and her husband ask each other the kinds of questions most couples never get to. How did you grow to love me differently? What sacrifice looks like to you? What do I not know about how you see me? The...
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Why Pausing Before You Answer Changes Everything
Why Pausing Before You Answer Changes Everything You don't have to answer right away. In fact, that pause is where the real wisdom is. Meredith and Wendolyn explore the readiness factor—why waiting to give your answer instead of rushing to relieve anxiety is how you stop settling and start…
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Settling vs. Acceptance: The Decisions You Actually Control
Settling Isn't Always a Bad Word — But Settling With Resentment Is. In this episode, Meredith Richards and Wendolyn Pascale explore the critical difference between acceptance and settling. Through real-life examples and Wendolyn's powerful chicken nugget analogy, they discuss how to recognize…
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Knowing Yourself: Self-awareness & Why You Avoid Growing
Knowing yourself is not just about accepting who you are. It is about understanding yourself so deeply that feedback, boundaries, and growth do not feel like criticism. In this episode, Meredith and Wendolyn dive into what it really means to know yourself, why shame blocks self awareness, and how...
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Inherited Values: What You Keep, What You Change, What You Choose
Your childhood values shaped you. They taught you what to believe in, what matters, how to show up. But here's the thing: they may not work the same way anymore. And that's not failure. That's growth. In this episode, we're exploring what happens when inherited values meet real life. What happens...
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The Values Test: When Discomfort Means You're Doing It Right
You fell in church. You rolled on the floor. You put yourself in that uncomfortable situation because... your values demanded it. This episode flips the script on awkwardness: those cringey moments aren't failures—they're proof you're living aligned with what actually matters. Meredith and…
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Your Perspective Shapes Your Experience- So Slow Down And Enjoy The Process.
You know those conversations where one simple question turns into… everything? That’s this episode. We’re back with your questions, and somewhere between travel stories, relationships, and everyday life, we ended up talking about how quickly we decide what things mean- and how often we’re doing...
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Awkward, Human, and Real: Embracing the Cringe
We all have moments we wish we could erase- the awkward ones, the cringe ones- and the ones that quietly shape how we experience vulnerability, shame, and connection. In this episode of Simply 1%, Meredith and Wendolyn share their most embarrassing, human moments and explore how embracing...
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Why Saying No Feels So Hard: Boundaries, Burnout, and Knowing When to Say Yes | Ep. 29
Why is saying no so hard, even when you know you need to? In this episode of Simply 1%, Meredith Richards and Wendolyn Pascale talk about the fear of saying no, the wisdom of when to say yes, and what our choices reveal about our values, identity, and capacity. They explore people-pleasing…
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Codependence vs Connection: Experience Independence, Interdependence, and Healthy Love | Ep. 28
Meredith and Wendolyn continue their conversation on relationship dynamics and explore how codependence and hyper-independence can quietly shape our lives. From parenting to friendships to the workplace, they discuss how these patterns develop—and how healthier interdependence creates…
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The Intensity of Love: Staying Connected Without Losing Yourself | Ep.27
Some relationships feel incredibly close at first. Constant texting. Deep conversations. Feeling like you finally found someone who gets you. And over time, that same intensity can start to feel overwhelming-or like you're slowly losing parts of yourself. So what’s actually happening? In this...
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Why Differences Don’t Ruin Relationships — Lack of Attunement Does | Ep. 26
What if the differences in your relationship aren’t the problem? In this episode, we explore why compatibility isn’t about being the same — it’s about being attuned. From personality types to communication styles, we unpack how emotional connection, trust, and community support shape healthy...
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Love & Boundaries: How to Set Healthy Limits Without Losing Connection
What if boundaries aren’t about pushing people away… but about loving them better? In this episode of the Simply 1% Love Series, we break down one of the most misunderstood topics in relationships: boundaries. We explore the difference between control and clarity, why distress tolerance and...
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Redefining Love: One Percent At A Time | Ep. 24
In our first-ever listener interview, Meredith sits down with Kerri to talk about what growth actually looks like in real life. Together, they explore how Kerri’s understanding of love has evolved — from earning love through performance to choosing relationships rooted in respect and trust. They...
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Friends, Lovers, and Partners: The Balance Every Relationship Needs | Ep. 23
In this episode of Simply 1%, Meredith and Wendolyn continue the love series by exploring what actually sustains a relationship over time—especially after the early spark fades. They break down the three pillars Meredith uses with couples: Friends (philia), Lovers (eros), and Partners (agape)…
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What Do You Mean When We Say “I Love You?” | Ep. 22
What do we really mean when we say “I love you”? In this kickoff episode of our Love Series, we slow the whole thing down and get honest about how loaded the word love has become-because we use it for everything: our kids, our partners, our friends… and yes, tacos, movies, and thrift stores. No...
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Who Sits At Your Table? How To Choose The Influencers In Your Life | Ep.21
If you’ve ever felt torn between honoring the people in your life and trusting your own voice, we made this episode for you. This conversation is about clarity—around whose opinions are actually shaping your decisions and whether those voices are helping you grow or quietly keeping you stuck. We...
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Curiosity Creates Connection: Letting Go Of Assumptions (Part Two) |Ep. 20
What happens when we stop asking surface questions and start asking intentional ones? In this episode of Simply 1%, we explore how curiosity—not assumptions—creates real connection. Through personal stories, family reflections, and lived experiences, we unpack why being “the authority” in...
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Curiosity Creates Connection: Letting Go Of Assumptions (Part One)| Ep. 19
What happens when we stop asking surface questions and start asking intentional ones? In this episode of Simply 1%, we explore how curiosity—not assumptions—creates real connection. Through personal stories, family reflections, and lived experiences, we unpack why being “the authority” in...
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Laugh With Us Into The New Year: May Your Days Be Merry And Bright | Ep. 18
Join Meredith and Wendolyn as they dive into a candid and humorous conversation about their holiday traditions, personal anecdotes, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. From discussing favorite musicals to sharing stories of youthful misadventures, this episode is filled with laughter,...
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Words Matter: The Language That Connects Us
Words shape how we think, connect, and grow. They shape our character—and the way we see ourselves and others. In this episode of Simply 1%, we sit down to talk about why what we say — and how we say it — matters so deeply in parenting, relationships, and everyday life. We explore how language...
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How To Choose Life-giving People For Your Circle |Ep. 17
This week, Wendolyn and I invited our friend Amanda to join us for a deeply honest and meaningful conversation about something we talk about all the time: Who sits at your table? We explored what it really means to look at the relationships in your life — the people who pour into you, the ones…
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The Leader: What Healthy Influence Really Looks Like | Ep. 15
In this episode, Meredith Richards and Wendolyn Pascale explore the Leader—the motivational gift wired to bring order to chaos, see the big picture, and guide people with clarity and purpose. They unpack what healthy leadership really looks like, why influence is a responsibility, and how leaders...
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Take Time To Be Present And Listen: Our Children Have Something To Say | Ep. 14
This Thanksgiving episode is all about slowing down and remembering what the holidays are really for — spending time with the people you love and being present with them. This week, Wendolyn sits down with her kids, Charlie (10) and Laila (8), for a sweet, honest conversation about childhood,...
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The Giver: How Your Relationship to Money Influences Everyone Around You | Ep. 13
In this episode, Meredith Richards and Wendolyn Pascale dive into the heart of the Giver-one of the motivational gift-and explore why money feels so emotional for people who love to give. We talk about how your relationship to money is shaped by childhood, family dynamics, scarcity vs. abundance,...
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The Encourager: Your Words Matter- Use Them Wisely | Ep. 12
You know that friend you go to for a pep talk — the one who can match your energy, lift your spirits, and make you feel seen when life gets messy? That’s the Encourager. In this episode, Meredith Richards and Wendolyn Pascale explore the art of encouragement — how words can spark healing, inspire...
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The Server: Seeking Balance, Boundaries, and Self-Care in the Midst of Helping Others | Ep. 11
Do you ever feel like the one holding everything together — showing up for everyone, but quietly running on empty? In this episode of Simply 1%, Meredith Richards and Wendolyn Pascale unpack the heart of The Server — the one who gives endlessly, loves deeply, and often forgets themselves in the...