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In this special bonus episode, your Gal Pal Sal shares a sweet Saturday morning story about her 12-year-old son Teddy and his mission to create the perfect lemonade recipe.

From flashbacks of stressful baking sessions to her own childhood learning to cook with Betty Crocker, Sal reflects on how we learn—and how hard it is to watch someone you love make mistakes on purpose. But as Teddy experiments, adjusts, and finally nails his recipe, Sal discovers something beautiful about stepping back and letting the process unfold.

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In this episode of Chin Hairs and F-Bombs, SallyAnn and her guest, Chelsea Ray get real about finding light in the darkest moments. Chelsea opens up about navigating an unexpected divorce and reclaiming her power, while SallyAnn shares her ongoing battles with anxiety, depression, and loss. Together, they explore what actually helps when life gets hard—the healing power of music and dance, wellness rituals, solo retreats in nature, and the life-saving power of genuine human connection. This episode includes Story Time with your Gal Pal Sal and wraps up with Joy Shares, celebrating the ordinary delights that keep us grounded. An honest conversation about resilience, support systems, and finding comfort in the mess.

00:00 Welcome to Chin Hairs and F-Bombs

01:29 Meet Chelsea: Fashion and Friendship

03:00 The Power of Dopamine Dressing

05:13 Finding Light in the Dark

07:58 Chelsea's Heartbreaking Year

13:47 The Importance of Sharing and Support

23:04 Healing Rituals and Practices

27:50 The Joy of Walking

28:55 Solo Retreats: Disconnect to Reconnect

32:03 Self-Discovery Through Hardship

36:08 Finding Light in the Dark

39:33 Story Time with Your Gab Pal Sal

47:00 Joy Shares: Celebrating the Little Things

52:47 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude

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In this episode of Chin Hairs and F-Bombs, SallyAnn Gray invites her husband, Benjamin, for a raw and honest conversation about burnout. They open up about how it impacted their marriage, their work, and their sense of self - and how they each found their way back. Sally and Benjamin unpack the different ways burnout shows up for men and women, the weight of societal expectations, and the strategies that actually helped them heal. Along the way, they share practical advice, real-life stories, and one surprising truth: sometimes you’ve gotta get outside and play in the dirt.

00:00 – Welcome to Chin Hairs and F-Bombs

00:40 – Meet the guest: Benjamin

01:06 – Burnout: Let’s talk about it

01:49 – Who we are, what we’re about

04:35 – So what IS burnout, really?

06:34 – How burnout messes with your head and heart

13:02 – Men, women, and burnout: Different rules, same pressure

19:29 – What burnout did to our relationship

24:48 – Finding our way back

26:33 – Yard work is therapy now? Sure is.

28:01 – Getting out of our heads and into our bodies

29:21 – Our burnout stories (the messy kind)

32:17 – Learning to live within our limits

43:37 – “Ohhh… THAT was burnout”: Early signs

47:55 – Generational Perspectives on Mental Health

49:28 – JOY SHARE! What’s lighting us up right now

53:21 – Final thoughts

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In Part 2 of this two-part Chin Hairs and F-Bombs series, SallyAnn and Lynne continue exploring their ADHD journeys, focusing on life after receiving their diagnoses. They discuss the practical tools and strategies that have significantly improved their daily lives, such as body doubling, visual reminders, and digital organization tools. They share their personal experiences with ADHD medication, highlighting both the challenges and benefits. SallyAnn and Lynne also celebrate the often-overlooked positive aspects of having ADHD! Filled with relatable stories, practical advice, and encouragement, this episode offers helpful insights for anyone managing ADHD or supporting loved ones who are.

00:00 Introduction and Recap

00:42 Effective Support Strategies

02:27 The Power of Body Doubling

06:05 Visual Reminders and Habit Stacking

11:39 Medication Experiences

18:44 Reflecting on ADHD Diagnosis

20:12 Realizing ADHD in High Achievers

20:49 The Power of Self-Diagnosis

22:04 The Impact of Medication

23:10 Embracing the Creative Brain

26:06 Journaling and Tracking Progress

31:17 Sharing Joys and Self-Care

34:57 Concluding Thoughts on ADHD

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In this episode of Chin Hairs and F-bombs: Conversations with Girlfriends, host SallyAnn reconnects with longtime friend Deb to talk about the challenges of building friendships as an adult. SallyAnn, who left Kansas City for Maine, and Deb, a retired nurse now based in Colorado, share their personal experiences and tips for finding community in unfamiliar territory. They highlight the importance of spontaneity, discuss what it takes to form meaningful bonds and celebrate the joys of lifelong companionship.

00:00 Introductions

01:05 Childhood Memories and Long-Lasting Friendship

03:01 Challenges of Making Friends as Adults

04:05 Deb's Retirement and New Beginnings

09:34 Sally's Move to Maine and Isolation

13:01 Finding Community and Making Connections

18:32 Balancing Social Life and Personal Time

22:37 Advice on Making New Friends

24:00 The Importance of Being Open to Opportunities

26:37 Maintaining Long-Distance Friendships

29:24 The Pain of Losing Friendships

33:17 Cherishing Deep Platonic Friendships

35:30 A Heartwarming Story

38:10 Reflections on Retirement and Friendships

39:16 Joy Share and Closing Remarks

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In this episode of Chin Hairs and F-bombs, guests Barbara Evans and Monique Garrett join host SallyAnn Gray to uncover the realities of life as a middle-aged woman, tackling the often-overlooked "Invisible Woman Syndrome." Together, they share candid stories about aging, the shifting dynamics of professional life, and how societal perceptions evolve as women navigate perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. The conversation is a heartfelt exploration of self-perception, resilience, and the freedom that comes with letting go of societal expectations. Plus, don't miss their "Joy Share" segment, where these friends celebrate the simple things that bring them happiness, reminding us of the power of connection and community.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

01:44 Meet the Guests: Monique and Barbara

04:18 Virtual Coffee Connections

07:11 Invisible Woman Syndrome

10:16 Personal Experiences of Invisibility

19:49 Benefits of Invisibility

26:07 Navigating Professional Challenges for Women

28:48 The Struggles of Middle-Aged Job Seekers

30:55 Embracing Personal Style and Liberation

35:12 The Journey to Going Gray

39:22 Understanding Menopause and Aging

44:23 Final Thoughts and Joy Share

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