Show Notes
Cynthia and Josie sit down for an honest, feel-good conversation about parenting, growth, and figuring it all out as they go. They share stories about big kid emotions, favourite mantras, and lessons from the past year; plus why empathy, reflection, and soaking up time with loved ones matter more than ever. It’s real, relatable, and full of heart.
Takeaways Cynthia's son expressed a profound realization about time and relationships. Listening to children during moments of distress can lead to meaningful conversations. Mantras can serve as guiding principles in life. Confusion does not equate to being lost or behind in life. Reflecting on the past year can reveal unexpected accomplishments. Teaching children about empathy and giving is crucial. Conversations about difficult topics can strengthen parent-child relationships. Personal growth often comes from navigating grief and loss. Finding joy in everyday moments is essential for happiness. The importance of self-awareness in managing ambitions and expectations. Questions To Ask Yourself: 1. If this past year was a movie, what was the genre and what was the basic synopsis? 2. What moments in 2025 made me feel most alive? 3. Where did I grow the most? 4. How did I really spend my time and energy? 5. Who shaped this year with me? 6. If I had to name the one thing I’m most proud of this year, what would it be and why? 7. On a scale of 1-10...how would I honestly rate my happiness or sense of contentment this year and what influenced that number most? 8. What surprised me the most this year? 9. As I look toward the year ahead, what would be the highest, wisest use of my talents and attention?
More from Cynthia and Josie's Unmentionables
The "Just Saying Hi" Episode (An Update on Nothing)Hey everyone! If you’re looking at your feed right now thinking, "Wait, is this a real episode?"… the short answer is no, not quite. Consider this our ultimate "un-episode."Life has been seriously busy, so we wanted to pop into your headphones strictly to say hello, check in, and fill you in on what’s actually been happening in our world. There is no official topic, no formal script, and absolutely no agenda, just a casual, messy life update between friends.Don't worry, we are already working hard on the next launch and will be back very soon with our regular, full-length episodes. But for today? We're talking about absolutely nothing. Grab a coffee or a glass of wine and come catch up with us!
Change is hard. Even when it’s good. On this episode of Cynthia & Josie’s Unmentionables, Cynthia and I talk about all the emotions that come with change as The Social enters a new chapter. What happens when something that has been such a huge part of your life starts to look different? There’s excitement, fear, grief, uncertainty… and a whole lot of “WHAT NOW?!” We’re talking honestly about navigating change, letting go, figuring out what comes next, and why even positive change can feel really freaking hard. Come hang out with us for the conversation we probably wouldn’t have anywhere else.
SUMMER SERIES: Best Sex Ever What makes for the best sex ever? Chemistry? Communication? Confidence? Or maybe a very active imagination? In this summer edition of Cynthia & Josie’s Unmentionables, we dig into what makes sex satisfying, then revisit “What’s Your Sexual Fantasy?” with guest Lucas De Man, exploring research into common fantasies from around the world. Consider it a little summer vacation for your imagination.
In 2023, our lives changed with an unmistakable, stomach-turning pop. In this episode, we are looking back at the raw, hilarious, and deeply honest podcast episode we recorded right after my husband broke his penis.We revisit the immediate trauma, the emergency room panic, and the intense recovery process. Then, we fast-forward to today to give you the ultimate update. We share exactly how he is doing now, how our intimacy survived, and what life looks like years after the ultimate bedroom nightmare.
This week, we're looking back... and looking up. After Cynthia’s recent colonoscopy, we're revisiting our very first Unmentionables episode on hemorrhoids, sharing what we’ve learned from our own butt-based adventures, and proving once again that the most awkward conversations are often the most important, and the funniest.