Having trouble communicating with your loved ones? Are you tired of feeling misunderstood? Do you ever feel like your words get lost in translation? This week, Ro and Viv explore the world of nonviolent communication (NVC), a method of communication that promotes understanding, empathy, and connection between people. The foundation of NVC encourages us to focus on our needs and emotions and to express them in a way that is respectful and empathetic towards others. They discuss the four components of NVC - observation, feeling, need and request - and how each one contributes to effective communication. Whether it’s expressing to your partner you’ve been wanting to spend more quality time or letting a friend know something that has been bothering you, NVC can be applied in our daily lives to help us listen empathetically, express ourselves clearly, and seek common ground with others. We hope this episode sheds light on the art of nonviolent communication and how it can help us build more empathetic and connected relationships. By practicing the principles of nonviolent communication, we can create a more harmonious and peaceful world, one conversation at a time. 💌 Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📷 IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@voicehugspodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🫧 Viv's IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@vivianxvan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🦈 Ro's IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@rowenatsai⁠ Mentions: Book: Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life by Marshall B Rosenberg --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voicehugs/support

We've all heard of the 5 love languages, but have you heard of the 5 apology languages? In this episode, Ro and Viv explore the intricacies of apologizing and dive into the 5 different apology languages. Discover why it can be difficult to apologize and how understanding the different apology languages can improve communication and relationships. Tune in for insights on how personality types and individual preferences can influence the way we give and receive apologies. We appreciate all of you for being here! ❤️ Say hello, give us feedback, or share any topics/questions you’d like to hear in future episodes. Leave us a review on Apple Podcast or rate us on Spotify or Apple - it really helps and your support means so much! 💌 Email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ 📷 IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@voicehugspodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🫧 Viv's IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@vivianxvan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🦈 Ro's IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@rowenatsai Mentions: Apology Language Quiz - https://5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/apology-language --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voicehugs/support

On this episode of Gossip, Viv and Ro take a deep dive into the world of gossip and its impact on our daily lives. They explore the power of words and the importance of being mindful of how we use them. Tune in as they discuss whether gossip can ever be good, the act of talking about someone behind their back, and the allure of spilling tea. Along the way, they share their past experiences with gossip and the impact it had on them. This thought-provoking conversation will make you question your own relationship with gossip. We appreciate all of you for being here! ❤️ Say hello, give us feedback, or share any topics/questions you’d like to hear in future episodes. Leave us a review on Apple Podcast or rate us on Spotify or Apple - it really helps and your support means so much! 💌 Email: ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ 📷 IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@voicehugspodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🫧 Viv's IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@vivianxvan⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🦈 Ro's IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@rowenatsai Mentions: Book: The Four Agreements – "Be impeccable with your words" https://amzn.to/3Uz0rlI --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voicehugs/support

Grief is a universal feeling that comes in many shapes and sizes. Whether it's the loss of a loved one, the loss of who you used to be, or what could have been, grief is a difficult emotion that we all experience. In this episode, Ro and Viv share their personal experiences with grief. Ro lost her sibling at the age of 17, and Viv recently lost a parent. They both talk about how they coped with their loss and the challenges of adjusting to a new reality. They also offer ways to be there for a friend who may be grieving. Grief is a personal journey, and everyone processes it differently and on their own timeline. It can be a difficult time, and your brain is occupied with trying to reorganize a reality that no longer makes sense. While grief may never fully leave you, it is possible to integrate it into your life in a beautiful way. So grab some tissues and a sweater hug, and join us as we talk about the five stages of grief, making sense of loss, and being kind and patient with yourself on your journey of grieving. A gentle reminder that it’s okay to be not okay. We appreciate all of you for being here! ❤️ Say hello, give us feedback, or share any topics/questions you’d like to hear in future episodes. Leave us a review on Apple Podcast or rate us on Spotify or Apple - it really helps and your support means so much! 💌 Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠ 📷 IG: ⁠⁠⁠@voicehugspodcast⁠⁠⁠ 🫧 Viv's IG: ⁠⁠⁠@vivianxvan⁠⁠⁠ 🦈 Ro's IG: ⁠⁠⁠@rowenatsai --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voicehugs/support

It's time for some life updates! This week, Ro and Viv talk about entering new life stages and navigating the in-between period between seasons. We all go through many transitions in life—naturally as we grow older, whether you’ve moved to another city, started a new job, or you have made a lifestyle change. Whatever it may be, these transitionary periods can tend to be turbulent as we adjust to our new "normal," but the duo share that these transitions, are in a lot of ways, life's way of helping you level up and grow. Instead of trying to be in control or coming up with the perfect playbook for your life, know that within us there are multiple great lives to be lived and it’s a matter of picking which one to move towards for now. Let's enjoy the ride together! We appreciate all of you for being here! ❤️ Say hello, give us feedback, or share any topics/questions you’d like to hear in future episodes. Leave us a review on Apple Podcast or rate us on Spotify or Apple - it really helps and your support means so much! 💌 Email: [email protected] 📷 IG: ⁠⁠@voicehugspodcast⁠⁠ 🫧 Viv's IG: ⁠⁠@vivianxvan⁠⁠ 🦈 Ro's IG: ⁠⁠@rowenatsai --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voicehugs/support

What do you do when you get angry? Do you bottle it up and let is pass? Or do you see red and explode with rage? Or maybe it comes out in the form of passive aggression? Whichever way your anger comes out, we’ve all been there. This week Viv and Ro discuss how anger comes out in many forms in different people, the differences between anger and aggression, and share stories of personal anger—from throwing tantrums as kids to how they deal with anger as adults. As unpleasant as being angry can be, it’s not always a “bad” feeling. As a matter of fact, anger is a healthy emotion that often times signals to you that a boundary has been crossed in your life or that something needs to change. The control comes in how you react to your anger, and the duo share some ways you can calm down and soothe before *popping off* the next time you find yourself in an episode of anger. Tune in to find out which one of the two threw bamboo dining chairs and which got their shoe stuck on top of a bungalow! 🤭🤭 We appreciate all of you for being here! ❤️ Say hello, give us feedback, or share any topics/questions you’d like to hear in future episodes. Leave us a review on Apple Podcast or rate us on Spotify or Apple - it really helps and your support means so much! 💌 Email: [email protected] 📷 IG: ⁠@voicehugspodcast⁠ 🫧 Viv's IG: ⁠@vivianxvan⁠ 🦈 Ro's IG: ⁠@rowenatsai --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voicehugs/support

After scrolling on Instagram or TikTok for three hours, you feel rejuvenated, refreshed, supported, and you’re ready to take on the day…. said no ever lol. Why do we obsessively check social media to see what others are doing only to feel crappy about ourselves when comparing your life to theirs? This week we talk all about FOMO (fear of missing out) and the affects it has on us when we compare our lives to others; and it’s not just through social media! FOMO can come in many avenues such as not being included in an inside joke among your friends, being excluded from a hangout, and not getting invited to an event. We dive into the psychology of FOMO and talk about the causes, symptoms, and consequences it can bring but we also talk about some ways you can overcome those negative feelings! We appreciate all of you for being here! ❤️ Say hello, give us feedback, or share any topics/questions you’d like to hear in future episodes. Leave us a review on Apple Podcast or rate us on Spotify or Apple - it really helps and your support means so much! 💌 Email: [email protected] 📷 IG: @voicehugspodcast 🫧 Viv's IG: @vivianxvan 🦈 Ro's IG: @rowenatsai Mentions: Forbes Article: The Psychology Behind The Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voicehugs/support

What is a "care team", and how do you create one? In this episode, Vivian and Rowena revisit "care teams" (a concept introduced in episode 33) and discuss in depth the definition, composition, and importance of having one - how can you create your own or find your role in the care teams of those around you? While people often form the foundation of a support system, your care team can also consists of different resources including books, podcasts (like this one 😉), spirituality, and pets!  Please share with us what your care team consists of! ❤️ Say hello, give us feedback, or share any topics/questions you’d like to hear in future episodes. Leave us a review on Apple Podcast or rate us on Spotify or Apple - it really helps and your support means so much! 💌 Email: [email protected] 📷 IG: @voicehugspodcast 🫧 Viv's IG: @vivianxvan 🦈 Ro's IG: @rowenatsai --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voicehugs/support

Like any relationship, friendships take work if you want them to last. Whether it's making new friends, maintaining current ones, or outgrowing friendships, this week the duo dive into all things friendships 🤓 How do you navigate the ebbs & flows of a close relationship? What do you do when you have differing expectations of what it means to be a good friend? Is it necessary to have a formal breakup conversation? Tune in this week to hear more on the duo's experiences with friendships in the past and present. They also share some tips on how to have those uncomfortable conversations when things get sticky. We appreciate all of you for being here! ❤️ Say hello, give us feedback, or share any topics/questions you’d like to hear in future episodes. Leave us a review on Apple Podcast or rate us on Spotify or Apple - it really helps and your support means so much! 💌 Email: [email protected] 📷 IG: @voicehugspodcast 🫧 Viv's IG: @vivianxvan 🦈 Ro's IG: @rowenatsai Mentions: Ro's YT video: myths about friendships & what I wish I knew about making friends in my 20s --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voicehugs/support

So you’re feeling unmotivated: it’s hard to get anything done let alone get out of bed, and the voice in your head is telling you “get your butt up,” “stop wasting your precious time,” “why are you sleeping in AGAIN”… what do you do?? This week’s episode is a part two to motivation (check out eps. 28 for part one, one of our most popular episodes in 2022!). The dynamic duo share how their approach to motivation has changed over time and the hacks they’ve used to help maintain more consistent energy levels. As humans, it’s easy for us to compartmentalize things into “good or bad”, “wrong or right”, “all or nothing.” For example: Being productive, pushing yourself, striving to be the best = good Lacking motivation, wasting time, staying in bed = bad But these labels aren’t true, life isn’t black and white, and living this way is not sustainable in the long run. Tune in to find out how they have learned to be more gentle with themselves through embracing periods of low energy, and how they have turned to curiosity and hacking habits to help spark motivation in their daily lives. We appreciate all of you for being here! ❤️ Say hello, give us feedback, or share any topics/questions you’d like to hear in future episodes. Leave us a review on Apple Podcast or rate us on Spotify or Apple - it really helps and your support means so much! 💌 Email: [email protected] 📷 IG: @voicehugspodcast 🫧 Viv's IG: @vivianxvan 🦈 Ro's IG: @rowenatsai Mentions: EP28: Not feeling motivated? Us too The Tim Feriss Show - #647: Mark Manson — The Path to 'The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck,' The Ups (and Downs) of Success, The Craft of Writing, Personal Reinvention, How to Build a Lean Team, Protecting Boundaries, Decompressing with Fiction, and More --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/voicehugs/support