We’re so excited to bring you the first episode of the Get Merry Podcast for 2021. Are you getting bombarded with new year marketing? We vote it’s not about the “new year, new you” kind of thing. It’s not about having to change yourself. Or “better” yourself. The truth is that you’re amazing right here, right now, just as you …
278: Your routine actually sucks
Everyone’s excited to say goodbye to 2020. It has been a huge year and it’s going to be a year that no one will forget. In this episode, we chat about routines and why it might be the to change yours. Stuff we talked about… The magic of switching up your routine and trying something new. You don’t need to …
277: Do the hard things, the making of the New MerryBody App
Last week we rolled out the New MerryBody App, Carla’s little baby she’s been working on for the past 7 months! There was a whole lot of blood, sweat and tears making this App, and it was 100% worth it! When we began this project there was a clear fork in the road. We had two options, the easier road …
276: Multiple income streams – The Merry Money Series
Money is a very important part of our lives. It impacts our health and happiness, that’s why it’s important to talk about this subject. Money is often a taboo subject and it can feel awkward to talk about. So let’s strive (as best we can) to have the awkward conversations… because as we talk about it more, then it no …
275: Are you a shopaholic? What is this habit costing you?
Are you a shopaholic? Yes? Maybe you wear it as a badge of honour? But have you ever stopped and questioned what this habit costs you? And we’re not just talking about your pocket here! Stuff we talked about… When you make a purchase you get a dopamine hit. But after that, you feel buyer’s remorse. Where you spend …
274: asking for refunds and fair play – The Merry Money Series
Money really is one of our favourite subjects. It was always such a taboo topic for us, but as we got into business we fast realised that we had to get comfortable about the topic. This episode is inspired by a very expensive strawberry tart that Damiano bought on the weekend. It was so pretty and really quite delicious… but …
273: So you think you’re not creative?
Do you resonate with being creative… or have you forever deemed yourself a non-creative type? Ahhh the word ‘creative’ is such a loaded word. It brings up so much and it also can divide us. But really… the magic of art and creativity is that it unites us. It makes us feel, it connects us to our emotions, it heals …
272: Bubbles and roads less travelled
This episode is about creating your own space, your own bubble away from the rest of the world. Must say, upon reflection, it comes from a world of privilege, as not everyone can escape their world. At the end of recording this podcast episode we had a real moment of ‘why would anyone want to listen to us’ moment. Yes, …
271: Materialism and financial independence
In this episode, we chat about the lessons that we’ve learned from our spending and saving habits. Stuff we talked about… Studies show adding more material possessions actually causes unhappiness. World’s happiest people are in small communities. Giving generates happiness. If you feel like you’re struggling with money, step outside the box and think differently about how you can bring …
The best raw carrot cake ever
We have a feeling you’re going to love this raw carrot cake recipe. It’s one of those surprisingly delicious healthy sweet treats. You can also find this recipe in our ebook, along with over 90 other delish and easy recipes. Grab your copy here. We made ours in muffin trays but if you can’t be bothered or if you’re short …