PILLOW FIGHTS: Motivation Vs. Contentment?

PILLOW FIGHTS: Motivation Vs. Contentment?

In this powerful episode, hosts Carelle and RR Herrera explore the often-conflicting forces of ambition and satisfaction in the workplace. They tackle the growing trend of job-hopping—particularly among younger professionals—and question whether constantly chasing the next opportunity truly leads to fulfillment. Through a thoughtful conversation, they highlight the importance of building long-term career foundations, nurturing internal motivation, and staying mindful of the fine line between healthy ambition and burnout. The episode also emphasizes the value of honest communication between managers and employees, the role of self-assessment in navigating career moves, and why aligning with an organization’s values is more crucial than ever. Whether you’re feeling stuck, restless, or simply reevaluating your path, this episode offers clarity and perspective on what it really means to grow in your career.

Pillow Fights: Cheating Vs. Commitment

This episode uncovers the science behind cheating and settling down.  This provides tools for the brain to find contentment amidst all the dopamine rush.  Dopamine is a molecule that gives us that spark, that excitement and when that excitement goes away, we have to be able to look at what we can do to sustain the relationship because the passion, chemically speaking, fades.  How do we now nurture the relationship that can outlast dopamine?

Pillow Fights: Satisfaction Vs. Addiction

In this Pilot episode of Pillow Talks, we will talk about Dopamine and the pleasure and pain it creates in our lives.  Dopamine is a feel good chemical in our brains that make us feel motivation, pleasure, excitement!  Imagine receiving your online shopping delivery, eating your favorite food, going viral, and getting an unexpected cash bonus!  Your heart races and you have a rush of excitement.  That’s dopamine.   And as it gives us pleasure, it also is the chemical behind addiction and the desire for the next thrill.  This is based on the book, Molecules of More.

Brainstrong: Stories of Strength with Moira dela Torre

She has won us over with her voice and her music.  Listen to her share her stories of strength of how she found her voice and be that voice of hope and inspiration.

Brainstrong: Stories of Strength with Jamie Wilson

Let's begin this year with a truly inspiring man-- Jamie Wilson.  A rock star, a vj, theater actor, a larger than life human being...  Listen to his stories of strength as he displays his truest strength from vulnerability and the courage to face his own demons and failures.  Being able to rise up and build a life that is about compassion and purpose.