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This week, Jeff and Torri have actually been humbled by yet another string of mild illnesses, but we’re coming back to life to talk about toxic hustle culture and what is truly sustainable in a balanced life. Join us this week as we break down what it really means to practice self care and the inevitable downfall of “the grind”.

It’s Thursday again, and that means Jeff and Torri are back to grace your eardrums! This week we talk about balancing household responsibilities and defining the roles in marriage and parenting in a way that works best for you, even if (sometimes especially if) it’s not what you grew up seeing.

This week’s episode takes a heartfelt look at how much of who we are is tied to the place from where we hail. Jeff and Torri talk candidly about their very different experiences as 1st generation Filipinos in America and how their upbringings impacted their connection to their culture.

It’s 2024, the holidays are over, and Jeff and Torri are BACK! We took a little break to spend time with family, find a better balance, and grab any opportunity possible to nap, but we missed you all and we’re so happy you’re here. Join us for our first (slightly delayed, we know!) episode of the year as we reflect on the year behind us, the year ahead of us, and everything in between.

Are you looking for a fun and meaningful way to fill the newfound silence in your home after your baby starts daycare? Maybe you strive to always be improving communication with your partner, with or without kids in the mix. This week, Jeff and Torri do just that by answering each other’s intimacy question cards (link in show notes!) to discover an even deeper connection within their relationship. Join us in this special episode that will get you thinking about sex, friendship, and romance in a more nuanced way. Link to Best Self: Intmacy Cards - https://www.amazon.com/Intimacy-Deck-BestSelf-Conversation-Vulnerability/dp/B07W1PVNFC/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=ZIC57TK2TUC9&keywords=intimacy%2Bcard&qid=1701315930&sprefix=intamcy%2Bcard%2Caps%2C96&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1

Weighing the benefits of higher education against the practicalities of pursuing alternative paths has never been more relevant. In this week’s episode, Jeff and Torri share their own experiences with the pursuit of the college degree, for better or worse. Join us as we unpack the ever-changing definition of “success” and how society may now rank passion above income.

Talking about money in general can be uncomfortable, let alone sharing your financial fears with your partner. This week Jeff and Torri talk about destigmatizing debt, adjusting the financial dynamics within your relationship, and how fiscal habits may relate directly to your childhood. Join us for an honest conversation that will empower you to break generational cycles and foster a healthy relationship with money. Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jeffandtorri

Are you tired of everyone asking you when you’re going to have kids? A lot goes into the pregnancy journey, and most of it is kept quiet. In this week’s episode, Jeff and Torri speak openly about their own personal road to parenthood, as well as commonly stigmatized issues including managing the disappointment of not getting pregnant right away, the differences in the emotional impact on each partner, and how actively trying to conceive may affect your friendships. **Trigger Warning - Pregnancy, Infertility, Miscarriage

On this debut episode of Instructions Not Included, we get to know hosts Jeff and Torri as they share how their professional and personal experiences have taught them to embrace their fears as stepping stones to realized successes. Join us as we dive into transitioning from corporate life to entrepreneurship, overcoming self doubt, and how to support (and accept support from!) your partner in work and in life.