What if abundance isn’t something you manifest, but something you practice?

In today’s episode, Sheila breaks down the concept of abundance in a way that actually makes sense. We start with a wild dream about her friend Sylvie (and a very full table), and use it as a jumping-off point to talk about lack, jealousy, action, timing — and cookies. Yes, cookies.

This episode is about learning to recognize where you’re feeling lack, trusting that the universe isn’t running out of good things, and understanding how belief, action, and patience all work together.

Light your Sheila Candle, grab a drink (and maybe a cookie), and let’s Sheila Science abundance.

CHAPTERS00:00 A dream about abundance and a message from the universe02:35 Welcome to Small Talk with Sheila03:45 What abundance actually means (and why we need to talk about lack first)05:10 A real-life story about jealousy, being chosen, and hidden lack08:40 The Cookie Theory of abundance 🍪12:15 Why nature reminds us that abundance is everywhere14:05 Manifesting vs. taking action (real talk)17:30 You have to go to the cookie jar19:40 Timing, patience, and trusting the process24:10 Final thoughts: belief, action, patience26:00 How to support the show + closing cookie moment

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This week, Sheila opens up about her long and complicated history with social media, from deleting Facebook after her divorce to eventually working at Meta and finding herself back online again. Now, as a creator, she shares the lessons, surprises, and self-reflection that come with living online. Sheila talks about the good she sees in the social space, the pressure of the algorithm, and the importance of setting boundaries so social media feels supportive, not overwhelming. This episode is an honest look at how to use social media in a way that actually feels good because everything in our lives should feel good. Chapters00:00 - Sheila's messy history with social media02:00 - How social media creates real-world opportunities05:00 - Why Sheila refuses to chase the algorithm07:30 - Boundaries, privacy, and what you do not have to share09:30 - Using social mindfully as your personal brandFOR MORE SHEILA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smalltalkwith_sheila/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SmallTalkWithSheilaSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1wWNmpNuoA9grBPHRVXNGGGet your FREE “Is It Me or My Cycle?” Guide: https://meormycycle.smalltalkwithsheila.comKEYWORDS:social media boundaries, healthy social media use, authenticity online, TikTok algorithm, TikTok beginner, deleting Facebook, rebuilding after divorce, social media anxiety, content creator life, personal growth, online confidence, digital wellbeing, online identity, using social media mindfully, finding your voice, creator burnout, social media reflection, Small Talk with Sheila

Sheila explores how personal rituals can become anchors in a world where many of us feel between identities, cultures, or expectations. Instead of treating routines as chores, she shows how turning simple acts like morning coffee, journaling, walking, or preparing a Shabbat meal into rituals can create a sense of belonging that starts from within. Sheila opens a window into her own multicultural upbringing and shares how blending traditions with her husband helps them build a home that feels emotionally safe and spiritually nourishing. Her stories about energy clearing and Persian practices like burning rue seeds highlight how rituals can protect your peace and help you reset when life feels heavy. By the end, you will feel inspired to design rituals that help you stay grounded, intentional, and connected to who you want to become.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 Holidays, being between cultures, and why rituals matter01:30 Sheila’s gentle morning ritual of coffee, journaling, and intention setting03:50 Turning walking into an energy-releasing ritual you actually look forward to05:57 Creating an interfaith Shabbat ritual as a weekly reset with her husband08:13 Persian evil eye traditions and clearing bad energy from your home10:32 How to design rituals that make you feel grounded, seen, and at home in yourself

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KEYWORDS:

holiday rituals, personal rituals, morning ritual, morning routine, journaling, gratitude practice, walking ritual, Shabbat dinner, Jewish rituals, interfaith marriage, Persian culture, Iranian American, evil eye, burning rue seeds, energy clearing, spiritual rituals, creating traditions, self care, grounding practices, Small Talk with Sheila