Moving from Canada to the U.S.

How to Stay Connected to Your Culture When You Feel Far From It

Episode 11: In this episode of Pretty Strategic, I’m talking about how to stay connected to your culture when you don’t really live around your people. I’m sharing what it was like growing up Punjabi Canadian in Victoria, feeling like I was always either too brown or too whitewashed, and how moving to Seattle has made me think about culture, community, and identity all over again.

Habits That Shaped My 20s

Episode 10: My birthday is coming up and it got me reminiscing! In this episode, I’m reflecting on the habits that shaped my 20s, from trusting myself and taking care of my body, to documenting life, having fun, building confidence, and becoming more financially aware. This one is for the girlies who are growing, figuring it out, and learning how to become the version of themselves they’re proud of <3  Show notes: Gina Judge - Financial Consultant: https://www.instagram.com/iamginajudge/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/iamginajudge/?hl=en] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prettystrategicpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/prettystrategicpodcast/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@prettystrategicpodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc [https://www.tiktok.com/@prettystrategicpodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc]

Moving from Canada to the U.S.

Episode 9: In this episode, I’m finally talking about one of my most requested topics: why I moved from Canada to the U.S., how the move actually happened, and what the transition has really been like. From career opportunities and healthcare to culture shock, starting over, and missing the ease of home, this is an honest conversation about being grateful for a big opportunity while still adjusting to everything that comes with it. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prettystrategicpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/prettystrategicpodcast/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@prettystrategicpodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc [https://www.tiktok.com/@prettystrategicpodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc]

How to Stop People Pleasing and Start Setting Boundaries

Episode 8: Hi! We're back after a week break. In this episode, we’re talking about how to stop people pleasing and start setting boundaries as an adult, especially when you grew up feeling like you had to be easy, likeable, and make everyone proud. I’m getting into why boundaries can feel so uncomfortable at first, how guilt shows up when you’re used to over-explaining yourself, and why being kind doesn’t mean abandoning your own needs. Let’s figure out what you’re okay with being disliked for, and building the quiet confidence to let people have their opinions without letting it control you. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prettystrategicpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/prettystrategicpodcast/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@prettystrategicpodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc [https://www.tiktok.com/@prettystrategicpodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc]

How to Stay in Your Routine During a Busy Season

Episode 7: Summer, travel, weddings, family events, and busy weekends can make it feel almost impossible to stay in your routine, especially when you’re someone who loves structure, wellness, and feeling grounded. In this episode, I’m chatting about how to stay aligned to your goals during a busy season without being restrictive or making yourself feel guilty. I share 6 realistic tips for keeping the identity of your routine alive while still enjoying your life. This is your reminder that travel and being booked and busy can be a beautiful thing, and you don’t have to choose between having fun and taking care of yourself, you just have to be pretty strategic about it!