in this episode, we talk all things dancing with the Amsterdam based bachatera - Liana. with her bubbly energy, Liana tells us the story of how she decided to pursue her career in dancing instead of an office job, the advantages of dancing and talks about the dancing scene in Amsterdam. we loved sitting down with Liana and touch upon topics such as body image in dancing, inclusivity and control. for more, follow us on IG and titkok @tryingtocan check out Liana on IG @lianasapu
in this episode, attention and decision-making strategist Concetta Cucchiarelli breaks down the science behind productivity, attention and focus. we explore why training our attention is key, what influences what we focus on, and how distractions are actually vital for our brains. we also discuss how sleep is essential for productivity and bust myths about being "indistractable". Concetta shares some practical tips to boost focus, improve decision-making, and enhance your overall productivity. curious to learn more about Concetta and her work? click here timestamps: (00:00) welcome back (02:22) intro guest (08:30) journey behind Concetta's work (13:10) how does focus and attention actually work (22:34) why distractions are vital (41:46) how does sensitivity to sound and attention change with age (46:05) factors influencing attention (50:14) what is the limit of productivity and attention (1:03:23) tips for higher productivity (1:51:47) is ADHD actually on the rise (1:59:09) how does memory work (2:03:42) Concetta's trying to can for more, follow us on: IG: @tryingtocan TikTok: @tryingtocan
this november, stay tuned for a new season of trying to can podcast! we are excited to discuss new topics that we find relevant in our day-to-day life and, occasionally, bring special guests or do street interviews asking people of Amsterdam what are they trying to can. for more, check us out @tryingtocan on IG and soon other platforms
in the era of Chat GPT, with the world at our fingertips and all the services just a click away, have the opportunity costs of convenience become too high? in this trying to can episode we delve into not only the shiny side of convenience but also how we may be sacrificing our resilience, creativity, and problem-solving skills in the pursuit of ease. for more, follow us on IG @trying to can
there is a whole ordeal around turning 30. some of us might feel the pressure of turning 30 and grieve the 20s era - all the parties, dates, university gossips, living with your friends, last minute getaways, gap year, or the perceived freedom aka lack of responsibilities.. while others are excited to be done with their 20s, a period which reminds them of uncertainties, pretending to be someone they are not and trying to can moments. Angela will share her experience turning 30, how she felt months prior and after that, and answer to the infamous "does turning 30 actually suck?"
with valentine's day around the corner, we're wondering: why reserve surprises for special occasions like christmas, birthdays, or the heavily marketed valentine's day? with 365 days at your disposal, why not seize every opportunity to express love, gratitude, and appreciation for your loved ones? so, let's normalize the joy of spontaneous gestures, making every day a celebration of love!
new year, new me?...this time let's break free from waiting for the perfect partner in crime and normalise the joy of solo dates and trips. in this episode, we explore how these solo adventures can enrich your life, whether you're savoring a meal at a restaurant, immersing yourself in the arts at a theater, or wandering through the streets of your favorite city. feel the freedom that comes from embracing your own company.
happy new year Triers and Go-getters <3 thanks for hanging out with us in 2023 as we get more comfortable with the podcasting world. every listen, share and message means a lot to us! join us in unwrapping our 2023 and discussing all goals we failed, things we learned and what energised us in 2023. let's try more, fail more and enjoy 2024 to the fullest! timestamps: (00:00) intro (01:18) the pressure to reflect and set goals (2:22) the importance of checkin-in (3:45) what are we the most grateful for (10:05) the most important lesson learned in 2023 (19:27) what energised us (23:36) our best decisions (26:35) what are we still Trying to Can (27:29) when some goals fail, other succeed (29:00) JOY as the supreme goal (35:30) did we achieve our goals? (40:30) adding behavioural goals instead of material goals (41:26) reflecting on each other (44:50) tips for reflecting and goal setting
we all have received gifts that ended up collecting dust, or being gifted.. or just sold (shhh) it's the never ending story for holiday gifting, birthday or any other occasion. some of us got the itchy pyjama, others - the cookbooks that was never cooked from, or the jewellery that might find a new home. in this episode, we discuss the alternative to gifting random things to people we think we know, and attempt normalising asking "what do you want as a gift?"
there are so many situations when we catch ourselves caring about what other people think and let it affect our life and our choices. in this trying to can episode, we try to dig out the "why" behind it: is it the fear of being judged or is it something else that prevents us from doing whatever and be whoever? we also share our personal stories and why, at times, we did not dare to be judged. for more, follow us on IG @tryingtocan
welcome to our new series of short episodes where we try to normalise unpopular ideas! this is in addition to the long format episodes, and if we see an interest in any of these topics, we might also record a full length episode. in this episode we discuss why we should normalise crying at work, possible consequences (if any) and our personal experiences.
people want relationships, but they don't want to make the first move. there is a fear of rejection on both sides, but especially on us - women, and this is what we try to unpack in this podcast episode. listen to the full episode to find out our embarrassing stories making the first move, and what we think are the main advantages of doing that.
in this episode, you will follow Angela's adventure in Kenya including a visit to the police station, threats from Mr. M and many other trying to can moments if you would like to visit Kenya in the future, do consult Kenya Association of Tour Operators (KATO) and travel safe the latest updates on the story: the couple behind the YouTube channel who promoted Mr. M and his agency were very responsive and empathetic, they put a disclaimer on all their videos the agency that Mr. M booked our accommodations with has done an internal investigation and pursued legal action against him the friendly policeman continued updating us with more information, called Mr. M multiple times, but eventually said that we need to get a lawyer if we want the case going we feel grateful to be safely back and try to hold onto the beautiful memories we made and ofc - the lessons!
welcome back to season 2 where we will experiment with new formats and cover new exciting trying to can topics (stay tuned!) in this episode, we catch up on what we did in the break and how Angela managed to get scammed in Kenya (part 1) timestamps: (00:00) intro (00:20) what we did in the break (2:30) kenya scam
friendship breakups is a topic that we feel is not spoken enough about. as friendships are meaningful relationships in our life, some of us can experience the breakups as painful as the romantic relationships (or even more painful). what if a friend walks away when I start prioritising yourself? what if you feel used in your friendship relationships? are you vulnerable enough with your friends? what happens when you prioritise your friends and their issues? we covered it all timestamps: (0:00) intro (0:19) friendship relationships (8:35) my friendship breakups (19:55) what I realised (29:53) grateful
you might remember the Ted talk on the longest study on happiness, or articles about the Harvard study that proved the strong correlation between the quality of relationships and our well-being.. well, it is no longer a secret that the quality of the relationship in our life can impact our health and lifespan. relationships can require some work, but overall it also should be easy, smooth and joyful! knowing that, it seems only logical to spot the red flags in the relationships as early on as possible and choose joy instead! in this episode, we tried to cover our biggest red flags in romantic relationships at this moment in time. please let us know yours @tryingtocan on Instagram. Resources mentioned: Ted talk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KkKuTCFvzI Harvard study https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2017/04/over-nearly-80-years-harvard-study-has-been-showing-how-to-live-a-healthy-and-happy-life/
who pays at the first date? ..what about following dates? what if my financial situation is not the same as my date/partner? all valid trying to can questions. in this episode we will also touch upon the patriarchal school of thought that men should pay and provide, but also the equalitarian narrative that men and women are equal - often used in situations where it is of advantage. the truth? perhaps in the middle. timestamps: (0:00) intro (2:09) what men say about this matter* (7:44) women feel less pressure if they pay (17:54) who pays when you re already dating for a while (28:33) it's all about balance (love languages check) (34:48) do we communicate enough about it? (37:54) key paying scenarios in a relationship *stats source: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/2158244015613107
are you an expat and feel one-foot-in-one-foot-out? do you live in a country that perhaps challenges your status quo, what you were used to, and adjusting was never easy? ... well, you are not alone! in this episode we share our experience including the key phases we went through as expats from uncertainty, to excitement, "fomo" until acceptance. our brand new podcast jingle by @caractermusic https://soundcloud.com/caractermusic https://www.youtube.com/@caracter_music/videos
we often have high expectations from our dates, we mold ourselves to be liked, we tend to take things personal and fill in gaps and create an image in our mind that sometimes is far from reality. in this episode, we discuss the main pitfalls that we usually tend to fall into and what are the alternative options we have... we also touch upon what in our opinion matters in the long run when you create your online dating profile. enjoy xo timestamps: (0:00) intro (1:12) no expectation no.1 rule in dating (17:17) early infatuation pitfall (21:39) we love to fill in the gaps (23:16) tips for more matches (38:00) outro
when burnout strikes, you lose your appetite for once-loved passions, battle brain fog, and feel utterly drained. many people push through, neglecting to slow down and address it. but here's the truth: burnout isn't a sign of weakness; it takes immense strength to confront and conquer. in this solo episode, Olga unveils shocking stats, shares personal stories, and shines light on early warning signs to watch out for. listen till the end for tips on how to navigate this path back to balance and peace of mind. timestamps: (0:00) intro (4:52) beyond the buzzword, the mind-blowing stats behind (7:18) from my first red flags to the last (21:25) not everybody stands by you (22:47) who is more likely to burn (25:20) unraveling the burnout triggers (29:42) early signs to watch out for (34:02) bouncing back from a burnout