Girls with Opinions

Our Opinions About... Being "Too Much"

In this episode of Girls With Opinions, we’re talking about what it means to be called — or feel like — you’re “too much.” Too emotional. Too loud. Too opinionated. Too intense. Too sensitive. Too excited. Too needy. Too confident. Too honest. Too anything. We get into how often “too much” is used to make people, especially women, shrink themselves into something easier to handle. We talk about the pressure to be likable, digestible, low-maintenance, and convenient — and how exhausting it is to constantly monitor yourself so other people feel comfortable. This episode is about questioning who decided what “too much” even means, why we internalize it, and what it looks like to stop editing yourself for people who were never going to fully accept you anyway. In this episode: -What it means to feel like you’re “too much” -How women are often pressured to shrink themselves -The difference between self-awareness and self-abandonment -Why being expressive, emotional, or opinionated isn’t automatically a flaw -How to stop measuring yourself by other people’s comfort You’ll walk away with: -Validation if you’ve ever felt like you had to tone yourself down -Permission to take up space -A reminder that “too much” is often just “not for them” -Encouragement to stop editing the parts of you that make you you Join the conversation: Erin: @ErinBurnsWellness Kristy: @KristyCastilloFit

Our Opinions About... Feminism

In this episode of Girls With Opinions, we’re talking about feminism — and yes, we have opinions. We get into what feminism actually means to us, why we proudly identify as feminists, and why it’s so frustrating when people misunderstand, dismiss, or twist the word into something it’s not. This conversation covers the everyday realities of being a woman in society: the double standards, the expectations, the emotional labor, the pressure to be likable, the way women are judged no matter what they do, and the exhaustion of constantly having to explain things that should honestly be obvious by now. We’re not here to make feminism palatable. We’re here to talk honestly about why it still matters, why women are tired, and why wanting equality, autonomy, safety, respect, and opportunity should not be controversial. In this episode: * What feminism means to us * Common misunderstandings about feminism * Why the word “feminist” makes some people uncomfortable * The double standards women deal with daily * The pressure to be likable, agreeable, and easy to digest * Why women are allowed to be angry You’ll walk away with: * A clearer understanding of why feminism still matters * Validation if you’re tired of explaining women’s experiences * Permission to be a little riled up * A reminder that equality should not be a radical concept Join the conversation: Erin: @ErinBurnsWellness Kristy: @KristyCastilloFit

Our Opinions About... Lazy Days

In this episode of Girls With Opinions, we’re talking about something we fully support: lazy days. You know the kind — no big plans, no productivity pressure, no need to become your “best self” before noon. Just rest, snacks, comfort shows, couch time, and letting yourself exist without turning the day into a self-improvement project. We talk about why we love lazy days, why we crave them, and why they can feel so necessary when life gets busy, overstimulating, or just plain exhausting. We also get into the guilt that can come with doing “nothing” and why rest doesn’t always need to be earned. This episode is light, validating, and basically a permission slip to stop making every free moment productive. In this episode: * Why lazy days feel so good * The difference between rest and avoidance * Why we crave low-pressure time * The guilt that can come with doing nothing * Our ideal lazy day essentials You’ll walk away with: * Permission to enjoy a slow day * Validation if you’re tired of being productive all the time * A reminder that rest doesn’t have to be “earned” * Possibly a strong urge to put on comfy clothes and cancel your plans Join the conversation: Erin: @ErinBurnsWellness Kristy: @KristyCastilloFit

Our Opinions About... Confrontation

In this episode of Girls With Opinions, we’re talking about something a lot of people avoid at all costs: confrontation. For many of us, confrontation feels negative, dramatic, or even wrong — something to be avoided to keep the peace. But what if confrontation isn’t the problem… it’s how we approach it? We unpack why confrontation gets such a bad reputation, how avoiding it can actually create more tension over time, and what it looks like to have healthy, respectful confrontation instead. We also talk about the mindset shift that changes everything: if you approach a conversation with honesty, clarity, and respect — and the other person still reacts poorly — that response says more about them than it does about you. This episode is about reframing confrontation as a tool for connection, clarity, and self-respect — not something to fear. 💬 In this episode: * Why confrontation feels so uncomfortable for so many people * The difference between healthy confrontation and conflict * What happens when you avoid difficult conversations * How to approach confrontation in a way that feels aligned * The role of boundaries, communication, and self-trust ✨ You’ll walk away with: * A new perspective on confrontation * Validation if you tend to avoid hard conversations * Confidence to speak up in a way that feels authentic * A reminder that you’re not responsible for how others respond 📲 Join the conversation: Erin: @ErinBurnsWellness Kristy: @KristyCastilloFit

Our Opinions About… Feeling Stuck Between Where You Are and Where You Want to Be

In this episode of Girls With Opinions, ERIN'S FEELING ANGSTY!!! And we’re talking about a feeling that’s hard to explain but incredibly common: being stuck in the space between where you are… and where you want to be. That tension of knowing you want more — more creativity, more alignment, more change — but not quite knowing how to get there yet. Or feeling like you can see the next version of your life, but you’re not fully in it. We also zoom out and talk about where this pressure even comes from. From being expected to choose a career path as teenagers, to following a “step-by-step” life plan that doesn’t leave much room for evolution, it’s no surprise so many people find themselves years later feeling unfulfilled or ready for something different. This episode is part reflection, part vent session, and part reminder that feeling in-between doesn’t mean you’re stuck — it often means you’re growing. 💬 In this episode: * What it actually feels like to be in an “in-between” phase * The frustration of wanting change but not knowing how to get there * Creative angst and feeling not quite ready yet * The pressure to have your life figured out early * Why so many people outgrow the path they originally chose ✨ You’ll walk away with: * Validation if you’ve been feeling restless or stuck * A new perspective on what this phase actually means * Permission to not have everything figured out * A reminder that growth often happens before clarity 📲 Join the conversation: Erin: @ErinBurnsWellness Kristy: @KristyCastilloFit