Podcast Summary: The Bobby Bones Show
Episode: Amy’s Weird Money Hack, Sleep Tricks, and One Question That Changes Everything
Release Date: June 8, 2025
1. Building Community Through Listener Support
[02:06] – [05:36] Amy and Kat open the episode by highlighting the importance of community and support among listeners. They discuss an email from Autumn, a listener who resonated with a previous episode about McKenzie's feelings surrounding pregnancy. Autumn shares a powerful quote:
"What's the best that could happen?"
– Autumn [05:18]
This quote serves as a reminder to shift focus from worst-case scenarios to positive possibilities, fostering a supportive environment for listeners facing similar challenges.
2. Acceptance and Personal Growth in Therapy
[05:36] – [11:04] Amy delves into her experiences as a therapist, emphasizing the significance of acceptance in personal growth. She recounts a transformative moment with a young client who struggled with negativity and depression. By changing her approach from asking what’s wrong to exploring what’s going well, Amy facilitates a breakthrough for her client. This shift not only aids the client but also changes Amy’s perspective on therapeutic interactions.
"I have never asked her once what she liked about her life. I only focused on the things that weren't going well. And a lot of those things were out of her control."
– Amy [09:03]
3. Shifting Mindsets: From Worst to Best Outcomes
[11:04] – [13:53] Kat shares a personal story about managing her boyfriend’s negative outlook during travel hassles. By encouraging him to identify positive aspects, she helps reset the conversation dynamics. This section underscores the impact of the questions we ask in relationships and how they shape our interactions.
"Let's focus on just tell me something that's going right for you right now."
– Kat [12:40]
4. Introducing "Finesse" and Language in Relationships
[13:53] – [23:35] Amy and Kat introduce the word "finesse" into their vocabulary, exploring its meaning and how to incorporate it into daily conversations. They discuss the importance of subtlety and smoothness in interactions, sharing anecdotes about attempting to use new words and phrases in social settings.
"Finesse means to do something in a subtle and delicate manner, intricate and refined delicacy."
– Amy [22:37]
5. Sleep Techniques: Mantras and Elevated Sleeping
[23:35] – [35:21] The conversation transitions to sleep strategies, where Amy introduces a list of calming mantras to aid in falling asleep. Kat adds her personal experiences with elevated sleeping positions, discussing the benefits for circulation and reducing morning puffiness.
Sleep Mantras:
- "I release the day with gratitude."
- "I don't need all the answers tonight."
- "I am proud of how far I've come."
- "I forgive myself and others."
- "I am safe."
- "I will wake up with greater clarity."
"I release the day with gratitude. I don't need all the answers tonight."
– Amy [29:28]
6. Exploring Subliminals for Personal Development
[35:21] – [33:11] Kat discusses her use of subliminal messages to improve her financial mindset. She explains how listening to subliminals before sleep and upon waking can influence subconscious beliefs, sharing both successes and the humorous side effects of misunderstood messages.
"You are a money magnet. You handle money with ease."
– Kat [31:15]
7. Managing Forgetfulness: Birthdays and ADHD Strategies
[35:21] – [42:59] Amy and Kat address the challenges of remembering important dates, particularly for those with ADHD. They share personal stories about forgetting birthdays and implementing strategies like scheduling texts and using calendars to stay organized, emphasizing the importance of understanding and compassion in friendships.
"Don't take it personally. It’s not a reflection on how much I care about you."
– Amy [41:37]
8. Historical Anecdote: Benjamin Franklin's Air Bathing
[42:59] – [49:26] The hosts explore an intriguing historical practice attributed to Benjamin Franklin—air bathing. They debate its benefits and practicality, comparing it to modern wellness trends like cold plunges and discussing its potential mental and physical health advantages.
"Benjamin Franklin preferred airbaths to actual water baths, believing they were a more effective and agreeable way to cleanse the body."
– Amy [44:40]
9. Addressing Unusual Health Concerns
[49:26] – [50:31] Kat brings up a curious case from a listener, Cryo Cat, who wakes up smelling like Indian food without any dietary changes. They speculate on possible causes, such as supplements or stress, and invite listeners to share similar experiences, fostering an open dialogue about unexplained health phenomena.
"Has anybody else had an issue where they wake up suddenly out of nowhere smelling like Indian food?"
– Kat [49:53]
10. Closing Remarks and Community Engagement
[50:31] – [53:09] Amy and Kat wrap up the episode by encouraging listeners to connect via social media and email. They reiterate the importance of pausing to feel and address both emotional and physical well-being, tying back to the episode’s themes of acceptance, mindset shifts, and personal growth.
"We hope that you will email us at hey@feelingthingspodcast.com and you can call and leave us a voicemail."
– Kat [50:41]
Notable Quotes:
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"What's the best that could happen?"
– Autumn [05:18] -
"I release the day with gratitude. I don't need all the answers tonight."
– Amy [29:28] -
"Finesse means to do something in a subtle and delicate manner, intricate and refined delicacy."
– Amy [22:37] -
"You are a money magnet. You handle money with ease."
– Kat [31:15]
Key Topics Covered:
- Building and nurturing a supportive community
- Acceptance and its role in personal growth and therapy
- The impact of language and mindset on relationships
- Practical sleep techniques and the benefits of elevated sleeping
- The use of subliminal messages for financial and personal development
- Strategies for managing forgetfulness, especially related to ADHD
- Exploration of historical wellness practices and their modern relevance
- Addressing unusual and unexplained health concerns
This episode provides a blend of personal anecdotes, practical advice, and engaging discussions, offering listeners valuable insights into managing emotions, relationships, and personal well-being.
