How to Be Fine podcast

How to Be Fine

Half advice show, half reality show. Join podcast besties Kristen Meinzer and Jolenta Greenberg as they seek advice from experts, and then put that advice to the test. All this season they’re focusing on the loneliness epidemic and the struggles of friendship - from making new friends to breaking up with BFFs. Their goal? To help get you a little closer to fine. The first ten seasons of Kristen and Jolenta's other show By the Book are also in this feed. To hear back episodes, just scroll down! And to hear new episodes of By The Book, go to patreon.com/listentobythebook

Half advice show, half reality show. Join podcast besties Kristen Meinzer and Jolenta Greenberg as they seek advice from experts, and then put that advice to the test. All this season they’re focusing on the loneliness epidemic and the struggles of friendship - from making new friends to breaking up with BFFs. Their goal? To help get you a little closer to fine. The first ten seasons of Kristen and Jolenta's other show By the Book are also in this feed. To hear back episodes, just scroll down! And to hear new episodes of By The Book, go to patreon.com/listentobythebook

 

#353

Friends with Exes

What are the benefits and drawbacks of staying friends with exes? And what’s the best way to set up this kind of friendship for success? Jolenta and Kristen get tips from Ellie Schnitt and Michaela Okland, hosts of the Late Night Drive podcast. We want to hear from you! Share your own experiences with friendship and loneliness on our private facebook community: [facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta] (http://facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta) or write to us at [kristenandjolenta@gmail.com] (mailto:kristenandjolenta@gmail.com)      And join our Patreon Community to get access to live monthly book clubs with Kristen and Jolenta, ad-free exclusive episodes of By The Book, minisodes of us talking about what we’re reading, the written rules of every self-help book we’ve ever lived by, tips from our experts, advice, and more: [patreon.com/listentobythebook] (http://patreon.com/listentobythebook)   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

16 Jan 2025

37 MINS

37:30

16 Jan 2025


#352

Introducing: Mantra with Jemma Sbeg

Ready to take a fresh path to self-discovery? Every Monday, Jemma brings you a new mantra, breaking it down to show you how you can apply it to your own life. Whether you’re facing a major transition or looking to evolve your everyday routine, Mantra is the podcast for you. Join Jemma every week for reflections, practical tips, and personal insights that’ll inspire you to live with intention and unlock your true potential. Follow “Mantra with Jemma Sbeg” wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

13 Jan 2025

12 MINS

12:05

13 Jan 2025


#351

By The Book: What Color is Your Parachute?

*Patreon-only Bonus Episode Teaser* Kristen and Jolenta live by What Color is Your Parachute? Your Guide to a Lifetime of Meaningful Work and Career Success, 2022 updated version by Richard N. Bolles with Katharine Brooks. To hear the entire episode and get lots of other great bonus content, including a live monthly book club with Kristen and Jolenta, join patreon.com/listentobythebook  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

13 Jan 2025

16 MINS

16:26

13 Jan 2025


#350

K&J Navigate Friends and Money

Jolenta and Kristen try on some of Maya Lau’s tips for navigating friendship and money. We want to hear from you! Share your own experiences with friendship and loneliness on our private facebook community: [facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta] (http://facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta) or write to us at [kristenandjolenta@gmail.com] (mailto:kristenandjolenta@gmail.com)      And join our Patreon Community to get access to live monthly book clubs with Kristen and Jolenta, ad-free exclusive episodes of By The Book, minisodes of us talking about what we’re reading, the written rules of every self-help book we’ve ever lived by, tips from our experts, advice, and more: [patreon.com/listentobythebook] (http://patreon.com/listentobythebook) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

09 Jan 2025

44 MINS

44:51

09 Jan 2025


#349

Friends and Money

What’s the best way to navigate the sometimes treacherous waters of friends and money? Jolenta and Kristen get tips from Maya Lau, host of the podcast Other People’s Pockets.   We want to hear from you! Share your own experiences with friendship and loneliness on our private facebook community: [facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta] (http://facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta) or write to us at [kristenandjolenta@gmail.com] (mailto:kristenandjolenta@gmail.com)     And join our Patreon Community to get access to live monthly book clubs with Kristen and Jolenta, ad-free exclusive episodes of By The Book, minisodes of us talking about what we’re reading, the written rules of every self-help book we’ve ever lived by, tips from our experts, advice, and more: [patreon.com/listentobythebook] (http://patreon.com/listentobythebook)   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

02 Jan 2025

36 MINS

36:06

02 Jan 2025


#348

K&J Become Party Animals

Jolenta and Kristen try on some of Jon Levy’s tips for making the most of parties. We want to hear from you! Share your own experiences with friendship and loneliness on our private facebook community: [facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta] (http://facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta) or write to us at [kristenandjolenta@gmail.com] (mailto:kristenandjolenta@gmail.com)      And join our Patreon Community to get access to live monthly book clubs with Kristen and Jolenta, ad-free exclusive episodes of By The Book, minisodes of us talking about what we’re reading, the written rules of every self-help book we’ve ever lived by, tips from our experts, advice, and more: [patreon.com/listentobythebook] (http://patreon.com/listentobythebook)   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

26 Dec 2024

41 MINS

41:04

26 Dec 2024


#347

How To Make The Most of Parties

Parties can be a lot of fun, but they can also be anxiety inducing. How can we have the most fun at parties? And how can we host parties where people feel encouraged to socialize and maybe even make friends? Jolenta and Kristen get tips from Jon Levy, Founder of the Influencers Dinner, and author of the book “You're Invited: The Art and Science of Connection, Trust, and Belonging.” We want to hear from you! Share your own experiences with friendship and loneliness on our private facebook community: [facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta] (http://facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta) or write to us at [kristenandjolenta@gmail.com] (mailto:kristenandjolenta@gmail.com)      And join our Patreon Community to get access to live monthly book clubs with Kristen and Jolenta, ad-free exclusive episodes of By The Book, minisodes of us talking about what we’re reading, the written rules of every self-help book we’ve ever lived by, tips from our experts, advice, and more: [patreon.com/listentobythebook] (http://patreon.com/listentobythebook)   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

19 Dec 2024

42 MINS

42:26

19 Dec 2024


#346

Your Stories: Astrology, Politics, Friendship Ups and Downs

Jolenta and Kristen read some of the many stories you’ve shared about the topics we’ve recently covered on the show We want to hear from you! Share your own experiences with friendship and loneliness on our private facebook community: [facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta] (http://facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta) or write to us at [kristenandjolenta@gmail.com] (mailto:kristenandjolenta@gmail.com)     And join our Patreon Community to get access to live monthly book clubs with Kristen and Jolenta, ad-free exclusive episodes of By The Book, minisodes of us talking about what we’re reading, the written rules of every self-help book we’ve ever lived by, tips from our experts, advice, and more: [patreon.com/listentobythebook] (http://patreon.com/listentobythebook)   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

12 Dec 2024

35 MINS

35:18

12 Dec 2024


#345

By The Book: Buy Yourself the F*cking Lilies

*Patreon-only Bonus Episode Teaser* Kristen and Jolenta live by Buy Yourself the F*cking Lilies: And Other Rituals to Fix Your Life, from Someone Who's Been There, by Tara Schuster. To hear the entire episode and get lots of other great bonus content, including a live monthly book club with Kristen and Jolenta, join patreon.com/listentobythebook  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

09 Dec 2024

13 MINS

13:00

09 Dec 2024


#344

K&J Mix Astrology and Friendship

Jolenta and Kristen try on some of Aliza Kelly’s tips for making the most of astrology in friendship. We want to hear from you! Share your own experiences with friendship and loneliness on our private facebook community: [facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta] (http://facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta) or write to us at [kristenandjolenta@gmail.com] (mailto:kristenandjolenta@gmail.com)      And join our Patreon Community to get access to live monthly book clubs with Kristen and Jolenta, ad-free exclusive episodes of By The Book, minisodes of us talking about what we’re reading, the written rules of every self-help book we’ve ever lived by, tips from our experts, advice, and more: [patreon.com/listentobythebook] (http://patreon.com/listentobythebook)   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

05 Dec 2024

39 MINS

39:47

05 Dec 2024


#343

The Astrology of Friendship

What’s your sign? Is it compatible with mine? Is our friendship written in the stars? Jolenta and Kristen talk astrology and friendship with Aliza Kelly, astrologer and author of several books, including “Starring You: A Guided Journey Through Astrology.” Aliza also hosts the new podcast [Horoscope Weekly with Aliza Kelly] (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/horoscope-weekly-with-aliza-kelly/id1761197575) . We want to hear from you! Share your own experiences with friendship and loneliness on our private facebook community: [facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta] (http://facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta) or write to us at [kristenandjolenta@gmail.com] (mailto:kristenandjolenta@gmail.com)     And join our Patreon Community to get access to live monthly book clubs with Kristen and Jolenta, ad-free exclusive episodes of By The Book, minisodes of us talking about what we’re reading, the written rules of every self-help book we’ve ever lived by, tips from our experts, advice, and more: [patreon.com/listentobythebook] (http://patreon.com/listentobythebook) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

28 Nov 2024

38 MINS

38:40

28 Nov 2024


#342

K&J Survive Friendship Ups and Downs

Jolenta and Kristen try on some of Eric Zimmer’s tips for navigating friendship ups and downs.  We want to hear from you! Share your own experiences with friendship and loneliness on our private facebook community: [facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta] (http://facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta) or write to us at [kristenandjolenta@gmail.com] (mailto:kristenandjolenta@gmail.com)      And join our Patreon Community to get access to live monthly book clubs with Kristen and Jolenta, ad-free exclusive episodes of By The Book, minisodes of us talking about what we’re reading, the written rules of every self-help book we’ve ever lived by, tips from our experts, advice, and more: [patreon.com/listentobythebook] (http://patreon.com/listentobythebook) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

21 Nov 2024

34 MINS

34:32

21 Nov 2024


#341

Surviving Friendship Ups and Downs

Friendships are comforting and fun in the best of times. But what about during the worst of times? How do we keep our friends close when things aren’t going our way? Jolenta and Kristen get tips from Eric Zimmer, host of The One You Feed podcast.   We want to hear from you! Share your own experiences with friendship and loneliness on our private facebook community: [facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta] (http://facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta) or write to us at [kristenandjolenta@gmail.com] (mailto:kristenandjolenta@gmail.com)     And join our Patreon Community to get access to live monthly book clubs with Kristen and Jolenta, ad-free exclusive episodes of By The Book, minisodes of us talking about what we’re reading, the written rules of every self-help book we’ve ever lived by, tips from our experts, advice, and more: [patreon.com/listentobythebook] (http://patreon.com/listentobythebook)   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

14 Nov 2024

39 MINS

39:52

14 Nov 2024