The Lazy Genius Podcast

10 Ways to Simplify a Holiday Gathering

I think we could all use some help when it comes to holiday gatherings or just larger family gatherings in general. Uncommon situations often produce the unexpected, so let’s talk through some tools that simplify what might already be complicated enough. I have ten super simple ideas to simplify your gathering, and even if you try one, I think it’ll make your life a little bit easier.  Helpful Companion Links * Order my book The PLAN [https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/theplan] or ask your library to consider carrying a copy. *  Episode #133: Ten Helpful Thanksgiving Strategies [www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/lazy/enjoythanksgiving] * The Only Thanksgiving Turkey Recipe You'll Ever Need [www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/blog/turkey] * Underrated Overrated Game Cards [https://amzn.to/4qYNuS7] * Episode #437: Ten Things I Always Do When I Have People Over [www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/lazy/peopleover] * Codenames [https://amzn.to/4r06rUn] * Hues and Cues [https://amzn.to/49NDZ1R] * Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza [https://amzn.to/47ENq2l] * Bananagrams [https://amzn.to/49eopw7] * Just One [https://amzn.to/3LY4bNk] * Sign up for our every-other-week podcast recap email called Latest Lazy Listens. [https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/listens] * Sign up for my once-a-month newsletter, The Latest Lazy Letter. [/newsletter] * Grab a copy of my book The Lazy Genius Kitchen [https://amzn.to/3fDIbb3] or The Lazy Genius Way [https://amzn.to/3hdAicx]! (Affiliate links) * Download a transcript of this episode. [https://static1.squarespace.com/static/6419d9e9c7527734c8cff21b/t/691642d5236cbc51f879cde3/1763066581818/444+-+10+Ways+to+Simplify+a+Holiday+Gathering.pdf] Want to share your Lazy Genius of the Week idea with us? Use this form to tell us about it. [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfoHYR1ZHcHYVkH9yk_UU9dJHymje-wIgKPP3hCjJdPgLOUfA/viewform?usp=header] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Presenting unPAUSED with Dr. Mary Claire Haver

Welcome to unPAUSED, the podcast where bold, unfiltered conversations take place about what it really takes for women to thrive in the second half of life. Every week, Dr. Mary Claire Haver, a board-certified Obstetrician-Gynecologist, Certified Menopause Practitioner, and #1 New York Times best-selling author, tackles the conversations women actually need to hear. Dr. Haver sits down with a variety of medical experts, CEOs, and risk-takers to discuss everything that matters, from hormones and identity to financial power, relationships, and the tools needed to build the life you want. unPAUSED is about reclaiming your healthspan—not just the number of years you live, but the number of years you live well.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

#443 - What’s Saving My Life

It’s time to welcome back our old friend who we get to hang out with every season. These episodes where I share what’s saving my life have become such a gift to me personally. The practice of naming and sharing what is making life full and good and connected is surprisingly integral, and I’m glad this is part of our rhythm here on the podcast. So today I’ve got ten things I’ll share that have been saving my life recently, and hopefully it will inspire you to make your own list. Helpful Companion Links * Order my book The PLAN [https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/theplan] or ask your library to consider carrying a copy. * Check out our newest versions of The Playbooks! [https://thelazygeniuscollective.com/playbooks] * Jamie, Knox, and Erin’s new Patreon show called Shelf Respect [https://www.patreon.com/cw/ShelfRespect] * Make Your Own Hamburger Helper [www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/blog/hamburgerhelper] * Episode #439: Chores I Do Every Day, Part 2 [www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/lazy/chores2] * Mane Ready or Knot Detangling Hair Brush [https://www.sephora.com/product/mane-ready-or-knot-detangling-paddle-hair-brush-P510165] * Sign up for our every-other-week podcast recap email called Latest Lazy Listens. [https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/listens] * Sign up for my once-a-month newsletter, The Latest Lazy Letter. [/newsletter] * Grab a copy of my book The Lazy Genius Kitchen [https://amzn.to/3fDIbb3] or The Lazy Genius Way [https://amzn.to/3hdAicx]! (Affiliate links) * Download a transcript of this episode. [https://static1.squarespace.com/static/6419d9e9c7527734c8cff21b/t/690df9fb251ede76154ebcbf/1762523643279/443+-+WSML.pdf] Want to share your Lazy Genius of the Week idea with us? Use this form to tell us about it. [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfoHYR1ZHcHYVkH9yk_UU9dJHymje-wIgKPP3hCjJdPgLOUfA/viewform?usp=header] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

#442 - Thoughtful Gift-Giving When Budgets Are Tight

We are entering the season where we’re beginning to think about holiday gifts, especially on a limited budget which many of us are right now. I’m going to share my five rules of thoughtful gift-giving, six budget-friendly categories of potential gift ideas, and seven themes you can use as a family or friend group that put everybody on the same gift-giving playing field. Helpful Companion Links * Order my book The PLAN [https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/theplan] or ask your library to consider carrying a copy. * Joyful by Ingrid Fetell Lee [https://aestheticsofjoy.com/the-book/] * Projects Playbook [www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/merch/p/the-playbooks-projects] * Sign up for our every-other-week podcast recap email called Latest Lazy Listens. [https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/listens] * Sign up for my once-a-month newsletter, The Latest Lazy Letter [/newsletter] or if you’re just looking for book reviews, sign up to receive The Book List [www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/booklist] * Grab a copy of my book The Lazy Genius Kitchen [https://amzn.to/3fDIbb3] or The Lazy Genius Way [https://amzn.to/3hdAicx]! (Affiliate links) * Download a transcript of this episode. [https://static1.squarespace.com/static/6419d9e9c7527734c8cff21b/t/6906284efcf1464740a4522e/1762011214895/442+-+Thoughtful+Gift-Giving+When+Budgets+Are+Tight.pdf] Want to share your Lazy Genius of the Week idea with us? Use this form to tell us about it. [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfoHYR1ZHcHYVkH9yk_UU9dJHymje-wIgKPP3hCjJdPgLOUfA/viewform?usp=header] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

#441 - What to Do When Everything Is a Little Annoying

Sometimes I feel like it’ll take just one sassy comment or one missed homework assignment or one line at the store that’s longer than I expected before I just lose it. Sometimes life is like that, and it’s normal and okay. But most of us don’t want to stay there for very long. Today, I’m going to share with you five things to remember and five things to do when everything is a little annoying. Helpful Companion Links * Order my book The PLAN [https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/theplan] or ask your library to consider carrying a copy. * Learn about The Playbooks here. [https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/playbooks] * Episode #409: How to Parent When Your Kid is Annoying [/lazy/annoying] * Find our digital products here [https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/store] (which are going into the sunset at the end of the year!) * Sign up for our every-other-week podcast recap email called Latest Lazy Listens. [https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/listens] * Sign up for my once-a-month newsletter, The Latest Lazy Letter. [/newsletter] * Grab a copy of my book The Lazy Genius Kitchen [https://amzn.to/3fDIbb3] or The Lazy Genius Way [https://amzn.to/3hdAicx]! (Affiliate links) * Check out our network’s newest show, How We Made Your Mother [https://www.howwemadeyourmother.com/] * Download a transcript of this episode. [https://static1.squarespace.com/static/6419d9e9c7527734c8cff21b/t/68f90eca936e1b135aadd540/1761152714778/441+-+What+to+Do+When+Everything+Is+a+Little+Annoying.pdf] Want to share your Lazy Genius of the Week idea with us? Use this form to tell us about it. [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfoHYR1ZHcHYVkH9yk_UU9dJHymje-wIgKPP3hCjJdPgLOUfA/viewform?usp=header] To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]