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Author: Lily Rakow

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While navigating life as a twenty-something, Lily Rakow fully embraces the 80/20 lifestyle — a not-so-perfect ratio of function versus fun. Lily is on a journey to find balance - if it even exists - through candid conversations about faith, wellness, careers, friendships, relationships, mental health, and whatever else life throws her way. Lily combines her passions for communication and wellness to produce a well-rounded, relatable, fireside-chat-style show for twenty-something women.

@lilyrakow | @8020pod | lilyrakow.com

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ASK LILY is back! In this episode, Lily is joined by her little sister, Lexie, to tackle some of your advice column submissions. The girls recap how their weeks and chat through recent stressors, then dive into situations submitted by listeners. From advice on growing in your faith, facing family members who make weird comments about your weight, and handling mean girls as roomies, this episode covers tons of relatable topics. Connect with 80/20 on Instagram https://instagram.com/8020pod Connect with Lily https://instagram.com/lilyrakow Submit to the Advice Column https://forms.gle/L486EGDeX34CEVqX8 For Press & Advertisement Inquires Contact: hello@lilyrakow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lily is joined by her little sister, Lexie for a very special conversation reminiscing on their time working at an iconic downtown Annapolis spot. The girls chat about the good, the bad, and the ugly of working in the hospitality industry, share tips for new servers, and laugh about all the memories they made together through the years. Connect with 80/20 on Instagram https://instagram.com/8020pod Connect with Lily https://instagram.com/lilyrakow Submit To 80/20  Advice Column https://forms.gle/L486EGDeX34CEVqX8 For Press & Advertisement Inquires Contact: hello@lilyrakow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your body is a temple, fearfully and wonderfully made. But sometimes, it’s hard to believe that. What happens when your main focus becomes all the things you wish you could change about yourself? In this episode, Lily dives into the concept of "your insecurities are not your identity", and explains how to shift the focus, initiate healing, and cultivate a self-love mindset.  Connect with 80/20 on Instagram https://instagram.com/8020pod Connect with Lily https://instagram.com/lilyrakow Submit to the 80/20 Advice Column https://forms.gle/L486EGDeX34CEVqX8 Contact: hello@lilyrakow.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
nothing good ever comes rushed, and your fall morning routine is no exception to this rule. in today’s episode, Lily discusses the importance of having both “autopilot” and “slow” morning routines, and when to use both. starting the day slow is super important, because there is great value in stillness.  Connect with 80/20 on Instagram https://instagram.com/8020pod Connect with Lily https://instagram.com/lilyrakow For Press & Advertisement Inquires Contact: hello@lilyrakow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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subject to change

2024-09-2626:47

is it okay to change your mind? in this episode, Lily discusses a few reasons why it's normal to change your mind (specifically as a twentysomething), and how to respond to outside voices or bad advice that target your decision making. Connect with 80/20 on Instagram https://instagram.com/8020pod Connect with Lily https://instagram.com/lilyrakow For Press & Advertisement Inquires Contact: hello@lilyrakow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
challenging relationships are oftentimes mislabeled as "toxic" simply because they are tough to deal with. in this episode, Lily evaluates the differences between difficult versus toxic relationships, and shares insight on when to stay involved and when to leave the situation. Listen to the sermon mentioned about toxic relationships Connect with 80/20 on Instagram For Press & Advertisement Inquires Contact: hello@lilyrakow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lily is back on the mic after taking an impromptu break for the month of August. In this episode, she shares where her head is at, why she deactivated her instagram account, and the future direction of the podcast. Connect with 80/20 Submit to the 80/20 Advice Column For Press & Advertisement Inquires Contact: hello@lilyrakow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
advice i'd give my younger self (part 2)! listen to last week's epi here Connect with 80/20 on Instagram Connect with Lily Submit to the Advice Column here For Press & Advertisement Inquires Contact: hello@lilyrakow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
a few things I'd tell my younger self. Connect with 80/20 on Instagram Connect with Lily Submit to the Advice Column https://forms.gle/L486EGDeX34CEVqX8 Visit Lily’s Website Visit 80/20 Website For Press & Advertisement Inquires Contact: hello@lilyrakow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is it okay for your goals to change? Is it okay to NOT have a goal at all? Connect with 80/20 on Instagram Connect with Lily on Instagram Submit to the 80/20 Advice Column https://forms.gle/L486EGDeX34CEVqX8 Visit Lily’s Website Visit 80/20 Website For Press & Advertisement Inquires Contact: hello@lilyrakow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the real story behind the photo? Was it the moment more fun in real life? In this episode, Lily reflects on some of her most (and a few of the least) fun memories, and introduces the idea that fun side effect of kindness, joy, and gratitude. Connect with 80/20 on Instagram Connect with Lily Visit Lily’s Website Visit 80/20 Website Submit To 80/20  Advice Column https://forms.gle/L486EGDeX34CEVqX8 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is Joy a Choice?

Is Joy a Choice?

2024-07-1117:00

What does it really mean to actually choose joy? How does this practice impact my daily life? Connect with 80/20 on Instagram Connect with Lily Submit To the Advice Column Visit Lily’s Website Visit 80/20 Website For Press & Advertisement Inquires Contact: hello@lilyrakow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you're little, it's easy to dream big. Let's get back into that mindset, okay? Connect with 80/20 on Instagram Submit To 80/20  Advice Column https://forms.gle/L486EGDeX34CEVqX8 Visit Lily’s Website Visit 80/20 Website For Press & Advertisement Inquires Contact: hello@lilyrakow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Did you know that the average mind has about 60,000 thoughts per day? How could anyone possibly differentiate between where those ideas come from? In this episode, Lily discusses how intrusive thoughts can alter our perspective on life, and how to listen for God's voice instead of intrusive, negative thoughts. Listen to Allow Me To Introduce Myself Connect with 80/20 Connect with Lily Visit Lily’s Website Visit 80/20 Website Submit To 80/20  Advice Column For Press & Advertisement Inquires Contact: hello@lilyrakow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After facing years of body image issues and working out for the wrong reasons, Lily reimagined the foundational components of her fitness routine from a faith-based perspective. In this episode, Lily explains a step-by-step formula for a embarking on a healthy and sustainable fitness journey. The conversation opens with an important reflection on spiritual fitness, how to equip yourself with God's truth about the body, and the idea that the body is a vessel that can be used to help one achieve their purpose. Then, Lily shares three workout methods that are that should be a top priority when starting a fitness journey. Connect with 80/20 on Instagram Join Sole Run Club Submit To 80/20  Advice Column The Best Dating Advice I’ve Ever Received Visit Lily’s Website Visit 80/20 Website For Press & Advertisement Inquires Contact: hello@lilyrakow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Art Of Gratitude

The Art Of Gratitude

2022-11-2416:07

Feeling extra grateful for you today! In this episode, Lily chats through the importance of giving thanks, how to initiate a gratitude practice in your daily life, and shares a few things she is grateful for.  -- Connect with other 80/20 listeners Follow Lily on Instagram Follow 80/20 on Instagram Shop Lily's Ebooks Shop Lily's Cookbook -- Lily Rakow is a holistic health & lifestyle guru on a mission to uncomplicate wellness for twentysomethings - and her podcast 80/20 is no exception. Lily chats about all things health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, relationships, and much more. Subscribe for a mini episode every Monday and a full length episode every Thursday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's not goodbye... in this episode, Lily discusses what it means to feel bittersweet during a season of change, and how you can support yourself (and your friends) during the post-grad blues. Connect with 80/20 on Instagram Visit 80/20 Website https://8020pod.com Submit To 80/20  Advice Column The Best Dating Advice I’ve Ever Received One Thing I Wish I Knew In My Twenties For Press & Advertisement Inquires Contact: hello@lilyrakow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's not really about the food. In today's episode, Lily discusses the real reason why disordered eating habits begin and how she overcame her food obsessed. She covers topics like body image struggles, anxiety, extreme stress, and more. She also announces an exciting fitness + faith event she is hosting, and shares a few life updates. This episode is brought to you by Funk It Wellness. Start your hormone healing journey and get 15% off Funk It Wellness with code 8020. Click here to check it out. Submit To 80/20  Advice Column The Best Dating Advice I’ve Ever Received  One Thing I Wish I Knew In My 20's Connect with 80/20 Connect with Lily Follow 80/20 on TikTok Visit Lily’s Website Visit 80/20 Website For Press & Advertisement Inquires Contact: hello@lilyrakow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's time to stop feeling numb. In this episode, Lily discusses the signs and symptoms of emotional numbness, and how to add little moments of feeling and joy back into your life. Per usual, she drops tangible advice and a few journal prompts to help you work through feeling numb and release emotional blockage. Lily also spends time recapping her 24th birthday, as well as processing through a bit of social overwhelm. This episode is brought to you by Funk It Wellness. Start your hormone healing journey and get 15% off Funk It Wellness with code 8020. Connect with Lily Follow 80/20 on Instagram Visit Lily’s Website Visit 80/20 Website For Press & Advertisement Inquires Contact: hello@lilyrakow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're long overdue for a chatty life update! In this vulnerable episode, Lily sits down to share a few major changes in her life, including what her newest focus is, if she is dating anyone, why she is taking a social media break, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Funk It Wellness. Start your hormone healing journey and get 15% off Funk It Wellness with code 8020. Connect with Lily  Watch 80/20 on YouTube  Follow 80/20 on TikTok Follow 80/20 on Instagram Visit Lily’s Website  For Press & Advertisement Inquires Contact: hello@lilyrakow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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