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Trying Matters

Hey, Welcome to Trying Matters!I started this podcast in March of 2024 with the intention to inspire women to be their authentic selves and go after their big dreams. Along the way, I was a true testament to the title and premise of this podcast, Trying Matters. I explored many avenues of my career, which took me away from going all-in on this podcast and community building journey. Well, as of January 2026, I’m giving it another go! If you’ve found this podcast, you’re in for your own ride, right alongside me, as I explore where life is taking me; career pivots, everyday life struggles, and girl talk are what you’ll be hearing! My goal is still to create community through this podcast by encouraging you to push the limits and try the scary things you’ve been wanting to try through modeling that it’s possible in my own life. It’ll all be recorded right here on Trying Matters for you to listen to at any time. I hope you love it, the old and the new! Let’s freaking go girls!!<

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    The Lowest Lows Make For The Highest Highs

    Y&apos;all, I have had this realization this week that my confidence has disappeared...and I didn&apos;t even realize it! Okay, so I kind of felt it dwindling, but this past week, the week of my 29th birthday, I realized that the confidence I worked so hard to build over the past few years has slowly been slipping away. How did I realize this you ask? Through a series of sad days and a really low moment that same week. Those moments lead me to realize that sometimes, we need those low moments to bring us back into our best versions of ourselves. So if you&apos;re struggling with confidence right now or just need a relatable pep talk, here ya go!Don&apos;t forget to follow/subscribe to the show so you don&apos;t miss an episode, and of course, if you love it, give it a rating and review! Don’t forget to send it on over to ya bestie while you&apos;re at it so they can grow and feel encouraged as well! XOXOSupport the show

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    I'M BACK! And The Crossroad Is Where I've Been

    I’m back! Boy have I missed this podcast! There’s been so much going on since I last recorded. I had to explain what’s been going on, and of course the lessons learned. This episode is about being at a crossroad, knowing when to stick it out versus when it’s time to go. That’s where I&apos;ve been for the past 2-3 months. Decision making is not my favorite thing. I’m sure you can agree that it is not always easy, so listen to this when you’re feeling like you need some help continuing or calling it off. And don’t forget, you got this!Don&apos;t forget to follow/subscribe to the show so you don&apos;t miss an episode, and of course, if you love it, give it a rating and review! Don’t forget to send it on over to ya bestie while you&apos;re at it so they can grow and feel encouraged as well! XOXOSupport the show

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    Advice Is Not A One Size Fits All

    How many times have you heard someone else talk about the “thing that changed their life forever,” tried it yourself, and realized it wasn’t for you? Here’s the thing, I totally realize that this podcast is exactly that! But, the part that I really want everyone to understand is, we all come from different backgrounds, lifestyles, values, and upbringings. Our stories make us all unique, which, as you know is something we pride ourselves in here on the Trying Matters Podcast. But, how often are we trying to fit ourselves into the molds of what someone else had success with? Of course, I always encourage trying new things and seeing how those things work for us in the current season of life we are in, but that does not mean that the proposed solution by another is the end all be all! This episode is a reminder to grow and change, to try new things, and to learn from others&apos; experiences, but to always remember to take stories from others with a grain of salt. This episode is about remembering that there is no “secret sauce” that will work for everyone in the exact same way. This episode is here to remind you to keep yourself individualized and do what works best for you!  Don&apos;t forget to follow/subscribe to the show so you don&apos;t miss an episode, and of course, if you love it, give it a rating and review! Don’t forget to send it on over to ya bestie while you&apos;re at it so they can grow and feel encouraged as well! XOXOSupport the show

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    Why I Left Social Media and What Life Has Been Like Since

    Thinking about leaving the social media world? This episode is for you! Honestly, even if you haven’t been thinking about leaving social media platforms, this episode is about creating an awareness of your relationship with social media and the impact it has on your life. If you’ve been trying to chat with me via Instagram or Facebook and you’re wondering why I haven’t gotten back to you, this episode explains why! I’ve been off both platforms for 2 months, and there have definitely been some realizations. Now, I’m not saying everyone should eliminate social media from their lives, but this episode is all about paying attention to your habits, feelings, and purpose in relation to social media. I hope you love it and learn something new!Don&apos;t forget to follow/subscribe to the show so you don&apos;t miss an episode, and of course, if you love it, give it a rating and review! Don’t forget to send it on over to ya bestie while you&apos;re at it so they can grow and feel encouraged as well! XOXOSupport the show

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    New Year, New Goals

    HAPPY NEW YEAR! It is 2025; it&apos;s a brand new year and a fresh start! Naturally, we all have these ideas and goals for this brand new 12 month period, so of course I decided to kick off the year by focusing on how to create and implement our hopes and dreams for this year! In this episode, I&apos;m taking you through the steps of planning out your year and how to make it one you’re proud of by January 2026. We’re reflecting on our growth and achievements from 2024 and mapping out SMART goals for 2025. As always, I’m giving my real life examples and learning moments to help you, and future me, out as we step into our new year. Get your champagne and notebook, and let’s get started on creating one of our best years yet!Don&apos;t forget to follow/subscribe to the show so you don&apos;t miss an episode, and of course, if you love it, share it on socials and tag me @dadams625 so we can connect! Send it on over to ya bestie while you&apos;re at it so we can all link up! XOXOSupport the show

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    I'm back! Life Update After Being Gone For 1 Month

    I&apos;m back! It&apos;s been a month since my last episode, so I figured I&apos;d finally jump back in and record an episode for y&apos;all. I couldn&apos;t think of better way to jump back in than to give y&apos;all a life update on what&apos;s been going on, where I&apos;ve been, and what lessons I&apos;ve been learning! So, grab ya popcorn, because this episode is a full one with lots of info and crazy turns of events!Support the show

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    Going through a transition period? Over committing? This is for YOU!

    Heads up! This one is a REAL, real talk! Lately, both so many people in my life and I have been facing the challenge of &quot;major change&quot; and &quot;transition period&quot; in our lives. Realizing our new realities, the new season of our lives, and accepting the changes that are actively occurring around us, that are out of our control are causing some difficulty. Honestly, it’s really difficult to accept change, and it’s even harder to pivot when what used to work is no longer working. The other thing that I’ve been hearing and experiencing is the issue of overcommitting and the chaos that comes with it. When we say yes to one thing, we are saying no to another. Couple the many yeses with unaccepted change/reality you get a whole lot of self-doubt, exhaustion, and frustration! This episode digs into those concepts and what we can do to face those challenges. Hope you love it!Don&apos;t forget to follow/subscribe to the show so you don&apos;t miss an episode, and of course, if you love it, share it on socials and tag me @dadams625 so we can connect! Send it on over to ya bestie while you&apos;re at it so we can all link up! XOXOSupport the show

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    Girl, just go!

    Girl, just go!...On the trip, to the girls night, to the family holiday party! Y’all, having meaningful connections and relationships are what makes life fulfilling and fun! How many times have you said “no” to a fun time with people you enjoy being with because of logistics, made up stories about what you THINK will happen, or even because you’re afraid of what uncomfy thing MAY occur with that person you haven’t seen in forever? I know I have been guilty of all of these, so in this episode, we’re talking about the obstacles and giving the reasons why and how to go ahead and go do the fun things with the people you enjoy being around! Don&apos;t forget to follow/subscribe to the show so you don&apos;t miss an episode, and of course, if you love it, share it on socials and tag me @dadams625 so we can connect! Send it on over to ya bestie while you&apos;re at it so we can all link up! XOXOSupport the show

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    It's Time To Pivot!

    Y&apos;all, here we go! Trying Matters&apos;s first major PIVOT! As you all know, I don&apos;t believe in doing things because we &quot;should&quot; or because someone else thinks what we do is a good idea. I have been in, what I feel, is the first major transitional phase of the podcast. I started this podcast as a hobby, which I hoped would turn into an entrepreneurial endeavor; however, as you&apos;ll hear in today&apos;s episode, my focus has now changed! What worked for me in the beginning, is no longer working. Today, I&apos;m talking about how to keep focused on your priorities by changing up how you attack the plan of action to stay aligned with your purpose and passion for the things you are doing in life. Y&apos;all know I always speak the truth about the realities of my life in hopes that you can learn from my experiences or for you to be right there alongside me as we figure life out together. This episode is 100% one of those episodes! I hope you love it and continue on this journey with me as I change things up with the pod!Don&apos;t forget to follow/subscribe to the show so you don&apos;t miss an episode, and of course, if you love it, share it on socials and tag me @dadams625 so we can connect! Send it on over to ya bestie while you&apos;re at it so we can all link up! XOXOSupport the show

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    Jealousy

    Today we are talking about jealousy! Just like Nick Jonas said, “I still get jealous,” but the part he did not tell us about is how to use jealousy as a tool rather than an uncomfortable feeling! Why do we get jealous? How can we use it to benefit us? What part of the story may we be missing when we feel jealousy come on? The grass is always greener on the other side, unless we learn the realities of the highlight reel that may be triggering our jealousy. This episode is short and sweet and dives into these ideas and questions, so give it a quick lil listen! Hope you love it!Support the show

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    People Pleasing: I Didn't Realize I was Doing It!

    Today our topic is “people pleasing”! I totally believed that I was not someone who partook in the art of “people pleasing”; however, I have recently come to learn that some of the misery I experience is self-inflicted through people pleasing tendencies. We hear it all the time “Don’t be a pushover” or “I’m a people pleaser,” and so on. But why are we doing this? How do we stop doing this? How do we recognize when we are doing this? In this episode, I am telling you about my learning moment and giving you steps to help identify and stop “people pleasing.” We need to start being honest and true to who we are and what our priorities are in life; that’s the key to loving our lives and not feeling so much dang guilt and anxiety! But, don’t worry, I explain all of that and more in this episode! I hope it’s super helpful to you, and I can’t wait to hear what you think!Don&apos;t forget to follow/subscribe to the show so you don&apos;t miss an episode, and of course, if you love it, share it on socials and tag me @dadams625 so we can connect! Send it on over to ya bestie while you&apos;re at it so we can all link up! XOXOSupport the show

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    Taking A Pause: The Reason Why I Did Not Publish An Episode Last Week

    As you all know, this podcast is a real talk, no BS podcast. The purpose of this podcast is to learn how to listen to ourselves and go after what truly lights us up and tune out the noise of what the world around us says. Last week, I decided not to record and publish an episode. In this week’s episode, I&apos;m opening up about why I reluctantly decided to take a pause from the podcast for a week. As always, I&apos;m super open and honest about the challenges, fears, and internal self talk surrounding my decision to hold off for a week. If you’re indecisive, feel like you’re hard on yourself, or have a difficult time balancing the many roles you hold as a woman, this episode is for you! I hope you love it; I know I felt extremely aligned sharing it!Don&apos;t forget to follow/subscribe to the show so you don&apos;t miss an episode, and of course, if you love it, share it on socials and tag me @dadams625 so we can connect! Send it on over to ya bestie while you&apos;re at it so we can all link up! XOXOSupport the show

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    Part 3 of Doing More of What We Love Challenge-- The Learning Moments

    Episode 25!! We’re continuing the mini series of “Doing More of What We Love Challenge.” After 1 week of doing more of what I love and implementing more mindfulness, I’m beginning to learn more about myself and some true gems from focusing on the fun/good. If you aren’t familiar with mindfulness, don’t worry I explain what it is in this episode and tie it into the “fun” we are challenging ourselves to engage in. If you’ve been following along with this series/challenge, this is the highs and lows of my experience: the pitfalls of multitasking, letting go of unnecessary pressures, spreading joy and gratitude, saying no to over commitment, and so much more! I hope you gain something from hearing about it, and of course, I&apos;d love to hear about your experience as well if you&apos;re in on the challenge, so don’t forget to text FUN CHALLENGE to 985-273-0829, and add your favorite emoji!Don&apos;t forget to follow/subscribe to the show so you don&apos;t miss an episode, and of course, if you love it, share it on socials and tag me @dadams625 so we can connect! Send it on over to ya bestie while you&apos;re at it so we can all link up! XOXOSupport the show

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    Doing More of What We Love Challenge Part 2

    This week’s episode is building on last week’s intro to the “Doing More of What We Love Challenge!” This week, I’m giving you tangible steps to actually do more of what you love daily, weekly, monthly, yearly, and of course on the bucket list! I’m walking you through how to organize the activities you love into categories that will actually push you to do more of the activities/hobbies you love. I, of course, am doing it right along with you in real time, so don’t forget to join the text group for the challenge so we can connect as we challenge ourselves to do more of what we love! Can’t wait to create the lives we’ve been dreaming of through this with you!Text FUN CHALLENGE to 985-273-0829, and add your favorite emoji!Don&apos;t forget to follow/subscribe to the show so you don&apos;t miss an episode, and of course, if you love it, share it on socials and tag me @dadams625 so we can connect! Send it on over to ya bestie while you&apos;re at it so we can all link up! XOXOSong recs: Bucket List- Mitchell TenpennyReady for It…- Taylor SwiftLive Like You Were Dying- Tim McGrawFortunate Son- Creedence Clearwater Revival (my husband recommended it, kinda feel it I guess lol)Support the show

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    Do More of What You Love Challenge!

    Story time! As I frequently do, in this episode, I’m talking about one of my latest epiphanies. This time, the story is about living out dreams, whether big or small. The purpose of this podcast is to encourage ourselves to live our lives to the fullest. So, to help us really take action and push us to do more of what we love, I’ve decided to create a challenge! Trying Matters’ first challenge and community building experience! This episode is a start to our “Doing More of What we Love” series. Each week, we will be working step by step to create and participate in the activities and hobbies that bring us true joy! Get signed up for it by joining the Trying Matters text thread!Text FUN CHALLENGE to 985-273-0829, and add your favorite emoji!Don&apos;t forget to follow/subscribe to the show so you don&apos;t miss an episode, and of course, if you love it, share it on socials and tag me @dadams625 so we can connect! Send it on over to ya bestie while you&apos;re at it so we can all link up! XOXOSupport the show

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    Let's Talk About Health Baby!

    Lets talk HEALTH and WELLNESS!! Ladies, it kills me that as women, we don’t know more about our bodies. We don’t know what health tips to listen to or ignore, we don’t know about our hormones, our cycle, workouts, food…AHH! It’s overwhelming, honestly. In this episode, I&apos;ve compiled all of the FUNCTIONAL tips I&apos;ve learned from podcasts, books, and trainers. Of course, there’s plenty of credible resources out there, but this is just a quick synopsis of what I&apos;ve learned and what has worked for me over the past 4-5 years of learning more about my health and wellness. I hope it will be helpful to you as well! Let’s commit to learning more about our bodies and our health. We only have 1 body and 1 life, so let&apos;s make it the most energy-filled, fulfilling one possible!Instagram guy: Lane Norton, PhD, @biolayneThe 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins https://www.tonyrobbins.com/tony-robbins-quotes/inspirational-quotesAmoila Cesar- BODi trainer, @amoila_cesar on instagramTony Robbins- keep your promises quote; https://www.tonyrobbins.com/tony-robbins-quotes/inspirational-quotesDon&apos;t forget to follow/subscribe to the show so you don&apos;t miss an episode, and of course, if you love it, share it on socials and tag me @dadams625 so we can connect! Send it on over to ya bestie while you&apos;re at it so we can all link up! XOXOSupport the show

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    The Key to Confidence

    Today we’re talking CONFIDENCE! Sometimes, we just don’t feel our best, and there have definitely been seasons in my life where my confidence was shot! Once upon a time, I had confidence like no other! My confidence dwindled, slowly due to a bad relationship, and getting it back definitely was not an easy task. In this episode, I&apos;m telling my story of how I gained my confidence back after allowing negative self-talk and the influence of others to impact how I viewed myself. I’m giving you tips on where to start on your journey to confidence and how to truly love and appreciate your genuine gifts and personality. Don&apos;t forget to follow/subscribe to the show so you don&apos;t miss an episode, and of course, if you love it, share it on socials and tag me @dadams625 so we can connect! Send it on over to ya bestie while you&apos;re at it so we can all link up! XOXOMentioned: The High 5 Habit: Take Control of Your Life with One Simple Habit by Mel Robbins https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1401962122?tag=linkfire-smarturl-20Support the show

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    When you thought it would be easy, but it isn't...

    Episode 20!! Wow I’m excited, and I hope y’all are too. So today, we are talking about how sometimes the best decisions are not easy. I feel that in life today, we are told, if it’s too hard to do something, we don’t have to go through with it; however, is that truly the best way to go about our lives? I’ve had countless experiences, as I&apos;m sure you have as well, that have taught me that the best pathway forward is not the easy pathway. We often lean into our feelings to guide us and then we’re left in a similar spot to the one we may have been trying to grow from or get out of. Hard work does pay off, and easy is almost a myth in real life. In this episode, I&apos;m giving you real life examples of when the easy isn’t the best option and why the tough experience is the better choice. Also, ladies, I&apos;m touching on my newly initiated journey to getting off of oral birth control; why I chose to, what research has told me to prepare for, and some of the struggles I&apos;ve already experienced with making the decision to ditch the artificial hormones. Think of this as an educational opportunity and a relatable story through the lens of my experience. Can’t wait to hear what ya think!Don&apos;t forget to follow/subscribe to the show so you don&apos;t miss an episode, and of course, if you love it, share it on socials and tag me @dadams625 so we can connect! Send it on over to ya bestie while you&apos;re at it so we can all link up! XOXOPodcasts referenced: Enneagram and Coffee, EmpowerHERHallow app: https://hallow.com/NFP class NOLA: https://nolacatholic.org/nfpNFP/Cycle tracking resource: https://symptopro.org/ Support the show

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    Turning Tough Moments Into An Exciting Future

    You guys, it’s interview time!! Today we are chatting with my bestie, Tay! She is without a doubt one of the main inspirations for Trying Matters and wholeheartedly my top supporter when I was contemplating starting this podcast. She is 29 and making all the moves: buying a house, starting her master’s degree, and working as a nurse in the school system and local hospital. She has been a pediatric nurse since 2017, in which she has traveled the country and won awards for being one of the best in her field. If you are someone who is in a transition period, going through a tough time, or just need some real life girl talk about things like career changes and dating in 2024, this episode is 100% for you! Grab your bestie and enjoy this super fun and totally honest episode.Don&apos;t forget to follow/subscribe to the show so you don&apos;t miss an episode, and of course, if you love it, share it on socials and tag me @dadams625 so we can connect! Send it on over to ya bestie while you&apos;re at it so we can all link up! XOXOSupport the show

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    Priorities, goal setting, and being present where your feet are

    This episode is a follow up from last week&apos;s episode. In episode 17, I talked about not knowing the direction I want my future to go in and determining what is the best idea or thought for the present moment. In today&apos;s episode, I&apos;m digging deeper into the Big Vision, teaching you how to make S.M.A.R.T. goals,  and focusing on your deeply rooted priorities. I discuss the benefits of knowing and understanding your current priorities versus your big dreams for the future and the ways to prioritize the here and now to both prepare for the future while keeping you present in the season you&apos;re in now. If you feel super overwhelmed with your big dreams or even just making achievable small goals for your current day to day, this episode is definitely one for you!Don&apos;t forget to follow/subscribe to the show so you don&apos;t miss an episode, and of course, if you love it, share it on socials and tag me @dadams625 so we can connect! Send it on over to ya bestie while you&apos;re at it so we can all link up! XOXOSupport the show

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    TWENTY-EIGHT and what does the future hold??

    This episode is short and sweet. 28 years on this planet, and I of course had a few realizations that came with the birthday 😂I know it can’t just be me that feels like I have to have my entire future planned out! My birthday reminded me, not only of the value I find in being with “my people,” but it also reminded me of their perspective of me and how it can be helpful to my growth. This episode tracks my thought process from “I’m a year older, what is my future going to be like,” to “How do I set more specific goals before I can wholeheartedly take steps toward my true goals and desires for my future?” I get into accepting change and finding ways to make little changes, rather than always having the “million dollar idea.” My whole life is not figured out, and yours doesn’t need to be either! So let’s learn how to flow through together! 🥰Don&apos;t forget to follow/subscribe to the show so you don&apos;t miss an episode, and of course, if you love it, share it on socials and tag me @dadams625 so we can connect! Send it on over to ya bestie while you&apos;re at it so we can all link up! XOXOTheme Song of this Episode: Subject to Change by Kelsea BalleriniSupport the show

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    Y'ALL, I'm a Pup Mom!!

    I cannot believe it finally happened! My husband and I finally decided to get a puppy! This week is our first week with her, so what better topic to discuss than the life changes involved in adopting a pup? In this episode, I&apos;m telling our story of how we finally came to the decision to add to our family and the crazy fast process of actually making it happen. I&apos;ve got some fun stories and lessons from only 2 days with our Willow girl, so grab your pups and let&apos;s get to the show!Don&apos;t forget to follow/subscribe to the show so you don&apos;t miss an episode, and of course, if you love it, share it on socials and tag me @dadams625 so we can connect! Send it on over to ya bestie while you&apos;re at it so we can all link up! XOXOSupport the show

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    Doing the Scary Shit!

    You guys!! Episode 15 is here! A day later than usual, but hey, in true Trying Matters fashion, I decided to try something new and change up the show a little this week for this milestone episode. What&apos;s the new thing you ask? We have an interview for the very first time on the Trying Matters Podcast! Today we are chatting with my absolute best friend, Lauren! We have been friends for 9 years, after meeting in the recruitment room in college. Lauren is a pediatric SLP, specializing in feeding and swallowing and language development. She is from Pineville, Louisiana where she just recently purchased her first home! She loves her fluffy, black cat, DeMarcus, and Taylor Swift more than anything in the world. Y’all are going to love her story and definitely feel like throwing your fears to the wayside once we’re through. We’re talking making the scary moves, relationships, and friendship, so grab your glass of wine and help me welcome my bestie girl, Lauren, to the show!Don&apos;t forget to follow/subscribe to the show so you don&apos;t miss an episode, and of course, if you love it, share it on socials and tag me @dadams625 so we can connect! Send it on over to ya bestie while you&apos;re at it so we can all link up! XOXOSupport the show

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    Half of 2024 in the books, and it's time for a reboot!

    The first half of the year has come and gone! June is here, and I don&apos;t know about you, but I&apos;m in need of a reboot! These past 2 weeks, I have been reflecting on my goals for this year and the areas in which I can use some help. In this episode, I&apos;m opening up about my struggles so far this year and talking through the ways I plan to work on them in these next 6 months. There&apos;s still so much to look forward to in 2024, so let&apos;s reboot together and make the second half of this year even better than the first!References: The Enneagram Guide to Waking Up: Find Your Path, Face Your Shadow, Discover Your True Self by Beatrice Chestnut PhD (Author), Uranio Paes MM (Author), Daniel J. Siegel MD (Foreword)https://a.co/d/4wvHRWGEnneagram and Coffee Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6TkbR3xwsQQaeHzpzVtek0?si=02e0992a765b470bhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enneagram-coffee/id1447982978Support the show

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    My Trip to NYC and the unexpected lessons I learned

    New York, New York! My latest adventure with my husband was truly one for the books, so I figured I&apos;d share our experience with you guys! This episode includes all the places we visited, the people we met, and some unexpected lessons I learned during our trip to The Big Apple! Get ready for some laughs,  relatable moments, girl talk, and some personal growth points. You&apos;re definitely going to want to grab your glass of wine and bestie for this one!Support the show

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    New Beginnings and Defining Success

    What an exciting time of year! All the new grads had me reflecting on the fresh new beginnings they are all about to embark on, so I figured I&apos;d make this episode all about creating your own path and defining your own version of success! In this episode, we&apos;re discussing the value of changing our minds and creating acceptance of the fact that it&apos;s okay to not have it all figured out early on in life! If you&apos;re in a transition period in life or you&apos;re unsure of what your future holds, this episode is for you!Support the show

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    What I've Learned In The First SIX Months Of Marriage

    1/2 of a year, 6 months,  25 weeks, 180 daysThat&apos;s how long I&apos;ve been married, and here&apos;s what I&apos;ve learned so far! My ladies who are in relationships, engaged, or hope to someday be married, this episode is a fun, real talk experience in which I am open and honest about what the first 6 months have been like. Challenges, growth moments, and things I&apos;m still learning to roll with so far in this journey with my new husband. Love languages and family of origin are a few concepts I am discussing as well, so get ready for some new info and interesting stories!The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman: https://a.co/d/5H9Xt03 Family of Origin info: https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/family/defining-your-family-of-origin-how-it-impacts-you/Support the show

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    Is the downward spiral helping you or hurting you?

    OOOO GIRL! This episode is that fire you&apos;ve been needing! Judging by the title, I know it may not seem like a &quot;GET PUMPED&quot; episode, but lemme tell ya, it DEFINITELY IS! We all experience that downward spiral that has us feeling upset, defeated, or just straight up chaotic! In this episode, we&apos;re talking about why we experience the spiral, ways to get through it, and how to use it to our advantage. We&apos;re talking about our goals and truly digging into the excuses we make versus the actual obstacles that we face in the state of the spiral. Last week I told you to grab your glass of wine; this week, grab your shot glass and some tequila! We&apos;re getting really real again, but in a GET THAT SHIT DONE type of way!Quote from Amoila Cesar: “Just ‘cause you’re tired doesn’t mean you quit, right? Keep Going! You never quit; this is a marathon, not a sprint. We don’t have to get a homerun today, right? Slow down, but don’t quit. Take a break, but don’t quit. Reassess, but don’t quit. Keep going, but don’t quit.”Support the show

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    friendSHIFTS

    Ever experienced a friendship that just &quot;fizzled out&quot;? Ever experienced that moment when you feel like something is &quot;wrong&quot; in your friendship, but you&apos;re too scared to talk to your friend about it? This episode is for YOU! It doesn&apos;t matter what phase of life we&apos;re in; RelationSHIFTS are inevitable. In this episode, we&apos;re discussing those shifts we experience  when people we once were so tightly knit to, are drifting away. We&apos;re digging into the stories we may be telling ourselves and learning how to distinguish between when we should hold on and when it&apos;s time to let go to make room for that future bestie. Grab ya glass of wine girl; it&apos;s gonna get REAL!Support the show

  30. 8

    Forgiveness

    This is an emotional, raw conversation about the pathway to forgiving and seeking forgiveness. There’s definitely no holding back in this episode, like for real, heads up, the tears be flowin’! Forgiveness is rarely easy or simple. In this episode, we’re discussing the steps in forgiving someone who has hurt or “wronged” us, from the initial sting all the way through the actual forgiving of the person. We hit on the processing of feelings, identifying and naming the emotions we have associated with the event, and ways we can effectively discuss and repair the relationship with the person in which the conflict or offense occurred. Communication, pain points, enneagram, and relationships are a BIG focus of this episode. Can’t wait to hear what you think, friends!Support the show

  31. 7

    You do YOU Booboo!

    This episode is for those of us who have been or currently are struggling with being our truest selves. In this episode we talk about being the fully expressed versions of ourselves. We talk about not holding back, doing what we love, and taking a deeper dive on how our relationships impact living as our most genuine selves. We touch on the importance of community and being real with the people we have in our lives and how that impacts our overall presentation in life.Support the show

  32. 6

    Real Self-Care

    Self-care, self-care, how we love you! Episode 6 is a deep dive into self-care. We’re talking about what TRUE self-care is, why it’s important, and ways to make self-care a priority through tangible goals throughout our day to day! We’re debunking what we&apos;ve come to believe self care is and exploring SIMPLE ways to find time for ourselves.Support the show

  33. 5

    Procrastination Station

    Today we’re talking about Procrastination! Have you been pushing off something that you need to get done or avoiding that task that’s been on your to-do list for weeks? This episode is for YOU! Girl, 100%, I am in this boat with you and find myself procrastinating, but in this episode, we’re talking about WHY we procrastinate and how to work around those avoidance behaviors. If you love this episode, share it on socials and tag me! I’d love to hear what you loved and what tips work for you when you’re stuck in the procrastination station!Support the show

  34. 4

    Making Friends, The Adult Version

    Today&apos;s episode is about making friends as an adult. Let&apos;s be so freaking for real right now, making friends when you were kids on the playground was SO much easier than making friends as a 20-30 something! In this episode, we&apos;re talking about why it FEELS so complicated to be an adult making friends and how to change the narrative of creating friendships in our adult years. Having some really good girl friends to support you and encourage you to grow is SO important, and we all need those types of relationships. This episode is definitely one you should listen to if you&apos;re in need of some new peeps and if you&apos;re having a tough time with your current friendships. Support the show

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    Help! I can't make a decision to save my life!

    Today, we’re talking about decision making! From identification of a problem and the stories we create around it, to determining the solution, we’re talking about the entire decision making process! We’re talking about obstacles we face when trying to make a decision, tips to help make informed decisions, and allll the feels we experience along the way. Connect with me on Instagram @dadams625Check me out on YouTube @DanielleBoudreaux  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv_8Ih514aBZ5WXsU1IETIwSupport the show

  36. 2

    The LIE that is Perfectionism

    Resources: GoogleThe High 5 Habit by Mel Robbins: https://www.melrobbins.com/high5habitThe New American Bible, Saint Joseph Edition: https://catholicbookpublishing.com/collections/gift-bibles/products/st-joseph-new-catholic-bible-gift-edition-personal-size-white-608-13wA Cinderella Story&quot;Nobody’s Perfect&quot; by Hannah MontanaHallow App : https://hallow.com/In this episode, we’re talking all about perfectionism and the LIE that it is. We’re discussing rephrasing the words we use when speaking to ourselves, setting attainable goals, and becoming masters in our craft, rather than aiming for perfectionism. I use lots of examples and personal stories in this episode that I hope you relate to! There&apos;s also some callbacks to some of my, and I hope your, long lost favorite movies and songs. This episode is meant to teach us how to give ourselves grace and lean into a learning and growth mindset.Support the show

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    WELCOME!

    EEP! Episode 1 of Trying Matters! In this episode you&apos;ll get to hear a little bit about me, your host, Danielle! I talk about my journey in life thus far and how I got into podcasting. I introduce the show and give you guys a brief overview of what Trying Matters is all about!Want to connect? Follow me on Instagram @dadams625 Support the show

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Hey, Welcome to Trying Matters!I started this podcast in March of 2024 with the intention to inspire women to be their authentic selves and go after their big dreams. Along the way, I was a true testament to the title and premise of this podcast, Trying Matters. I explored many avenues of my career, which took me away from going all-in on this podcast and community building journey. Well, as of January 2026, I’m giving it another go! If you’ve found this podcast, you’re in for your own ride, right alongside me, as I explore where life is taking me; career pivots, everyday life struggles, and girl talk are what you’ll be hearing! My goal is still to create community through this podcast by encouraging you to push the limits and try the scary things you’ve been wanting to try through modeling that it’s possible in my own life. It’ll all be recorded right here on Trying Matters for you to listen to at any time. I hope you love it, the old and the new! Let’s freaking go girls!!<

HOSTED BY

Danielle Boudreaux

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Hey, Welcome to Trying Matters!I started this podcast in March of 2024 with the intention to inspire women to be their authentic selves and go after their big dreams. Along the way, I was a true testament to the title and premise of this podcast, Trying Matters. I explored many avenues of my...

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