Lana’s niece, Annette, is back to break down the rest of Love is Blind, Season 6. What was your read on AD & Clay and did you think they would get married? Do you think Jimmy could have Chelsea give more context to her insecurities in the relationship? What was Trevor thinking?!? Thank you for listening! ❤ Time Stamps: Intro - 00:00 AD & Clay - 00:42 Chelsea & Jimmy - 31:30 Nick & Vanessa - 49:36 Trevor - 57:49

Lana’s niece, Annette, is joining her to break down the full season of Love is Blind, Season 6. They start by discussing the show's concept and then get into their perception of each relationship. What did you think of the Brittany & Ken breakup? Should Jeramy & Laura ever have gotten engaged? Was Sarah Ann wrong for sending that DM? Part 2 of this discussion drops on Monday, March 25th! Thank you for listening! ❤ Time Stamps: Intro - 00:00 Brittany & Ken - 10:05 Laura & Jeramy - 28:27 Sarah Ann - 54:40 Bean Dip - 1:21:05 Amy & Johnny - 1:26:50

This week we are discussing a cocktail of topics — including gratitude in relationships, understanding vs judgment, and providing value. Relationships can end anytime, so choosing and appreciating your partner daily is important. Do you think the idea of soulmates diminishes the value of relationships by implying destiny instead of conscious choice? Relationships require effort and finding new ways to love as individuals evolve. A conversation Lana has with her grandmother highlights the importance of empathy and understanding over judgment. Everyone is a student of life, and should constantly be seeking improvement. Asking those in our lives how we can be better for them fosters open communication and nurtures valuable relationships. When was the last time you asked those closest to you how you can be better for them? Thank you for listening! ❤ Podcast Instagram: instagram.com/whiskeyandlemonpodcast Podcast Website: whiskeyandlemon.com Lana’s Instagram: instagram.com/heylanamercedez Lana’s Website: lanamercedez.com

This week we are discussing quality over quantity, the benefits of therapy, the importance of being aware of our own needs & feelings, and how to be kind to ourselves. Don't just try to do more things, but focus on doing the things that are most important to you and that will make you feel good. Therapy can help you learn coping mechanisms and strategies for managing your mental health, but it's not a cure-all. You'll need to continue to practice these skills and make lifestyle changes in order to maintain your mental health. Taking a step back to try and see the world from others’ perspectives will help you to be more empathetic and understanding of others, which can improve your relationships and overall well-being. What do you do for fun? What makes you feel good? How easy is it for you to resist self-shame and instead forgive yourself and learn from your mistakes? Remember, mental health is just as important as physical health. By taking care of your mental health, you can improve your overall well-being and live a happier, more fulfilling life. Thank you for listening! ❤ Podcast Instagram: instagram.com/whiskeyandlemonpodcast Podcast Website: whiskeyandlemon.com Lana’s Instagram: instagram.com/heylanamercedez Lana’s Website: lanamercedez.com Friendship Episode https://open.spotify.com/episode/5GKabm6E9VZawuOyeNaSdu?si=Tk20divzQz-vuAmrR8Mtow Introverts & Extraverts https://open.spotify.com/episode/78Y4A8YvXtMUhStZtGsMKz?si=16VoqKN8TrCo2sfsY6z5AA Introverts & Extraverts, Part 2 https://open.spotify.com/episode/7oBUCTpOStlnCtgY4iEDfy?si=diiDTNfmSxOUjpmFlb3FcQ Introverts at Work https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Zg5fi2RGezR2IDSwFBBOu?si=A-dJ0dPbT_CgyajkHswHXg Finding a Therapist https://open.spotify.com/episode/1U1L9IaXgBWp2vMOglC1E9?si=6qUi_bkVQRyFRMOOC-3sIg

Let's begin 2024 with discussing perspectives that will help us live a happier and more fulfilling life. Topics include: saving money, letting go of embarrassment, not judging others, and standing up for what you believe in. Do you notice the state of your home affecting your mood? How do you handle toxic relationships? Do you find it easy to distinguish between fear and intuition? Thank you for listening! ❤ Podcast Instagram: instagram.com/whiskeyandlemonpodcast Podcast Website: whiskeyandlemon.com Lana’s Instagram: instagram.com/heylanamercedez Lana’s Website: lanamercedez.com Resources: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5GKabm6E9VZawuOyeNaSdu?si=Tk20divzQz-vuAmrR8Mtow

For the final episode of 2023, Lana is sharing the top downloaded episodes, new platforms, her ask for the listeners, unpopular opinions that you all shared, and two individuals’ concerns regarding their love languages. We cover the top five episodes with guests and the top three solo episodes. What podcast platforms are going away and which new ones are we on? What do you want to hear on the podcast? Which guests would you like us to talk with? We are gathering more unpopular opinions! Please share them in the review section of Apple Podcasts. Thank you so much to the Reddit users that gave us permission to share their posts, and thank you all for joining us every week as we discuss human behavior on the Whiskey & Lemon podcast. We wish you peace, happiness, and safety. Thank you for listening! ❤Podcast Instagram: instagram.com/whiskeyandlemonpodcastPodcast Website: whiskeyandlemon.comLana’s Instagram: instagram.com/heylanamercedezLana’s Website: lanamercedez.comResources:www.reddit.com/r/LoveLanguages/s/gyHsQxh8iwwww.reddit.com/r/LoveLanguages/s/RcIIwM9wsQ

People who are well-informed but lack self-awareness may overestimate or underestimate their abilities. This is because they may not be able to accurately assess their strengths and weaknesses. Self-awareness is the ability to understand and recognize one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires. It is crucial to have self-awareness in order to make accurate assessments of one's abilities. Intellectual humility is a mindset that governs our intellectual behavior and entails acknowledging and accepting our intellectual limitations. It is important to have intellectual humility in order to learn and grow. We can better comprehend our knowledge and abilities by reflecting on our experiences and abilities and seeking feedback from others.Thank you for listening! ❤Podcast Instagram: instagram.com/whiskeyandlemonpodcastPodcast Website: whiskeyandlemon.comLana’s Instagram: instagram.com/heylanamercedezLana’s Website: lanamercedez.comResources:https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/17439760.2021.1975155https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29966822/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3835346/

The Dunning-Kruger effect is a cognitive bias that causes people to overestimate their knowledge or ability. It is most common in people with low ability, who mistakenly believe that they are wiser and more capable than they really are. This can lead to problems such as poor decision-making, failure to learn from mistakes, and conflict with others. It is crucial to be aware of this bias so that we can avoid its negative consequences.Here are some specific examples of the Dunning-Kruger effect:A student fails a test but believes they got a good grade because they "knew all the answers."A person makes a lot of mistakes at work but believes they are doing a great job.A politician makes promises that they cannot keep but believes that they are the best person to lead the country.The Dunning-Kruger effect can be overcome by being open to feedback, learning from mistakes, and being willing to admit when we don't know something. It is also imperative to be critical of our own beliefs and to be open to the possibility that we might be wrong.Thank you for listening! ❤Podcast Instagram: instagram.com/whiskeyandlemonpodcastPodcast Website: whiskeyandlemon.comLana’s Instagram: instagram.com/heylanamercedezLana’s Website: lanamercedez.comResources:2021 Study

Lana breaks down the classifications of friendship, the meaning behind each, and the vast benefits understanding them provides us. We review Aristotle’s categories of friendship and how each term is defined. Lana discusses the stages of friendship, what we look for in friends based on our life points. We see how the evolution of friendships has significantly changed in modern times, with social media playing a major role. Lana explains the major differences in the 3 classifications of friend groups, the clear boundary that separates them, and implementing this practice keeps us from being spread thin. In addition, Lana covers how having these classifications help us to properly divvy up our time and effort and keeps us protected. If you find yourself having trouble with placing friends in the correct category and always being let down, also exerting way more effort than that one friend, how do you address it? What key things can we look for in a friendship? What is the difference between being a confidant and a “yes” friend? Thank you for listening! ❤Podcast Instagram: instagram.com/whiskeyandlemonpodcastPodcast Website: whiskeyandlemon.comLana’s Instagram: instagram.com/heylanamercedezLana’s Website: lanamercedez.com

This week we discuss the importance of being open to learning from others, creating a healthy and positive environment, and being a good leader. We emphasize the need to be approachable, celebrate improvement, set high expectations, and do what you say you will do. To facilitate meaningful connections, we must be decisive, do things with passion, express emotions, admit fault, and hold one another accountable. Thank you for listening! ❤Podcast Instagram: instagram.com/whiskeyandlemonpodcastPodcast Website: whiskeyandlemon.comLana’s Instagram: instagram.com/heylanamercedezLana’s Website: lanamercedez.com

Letters are a great way to express yourself, connect with others, and share your thoughts and feelings. They can be written for a variety of reasons, such as to thank someone, to apologize, to express love, or to simply stay in touch. Thank you for listening! ❤Podcast Instagram: instagram.com/whiskeyandlemonpodcastPodcast Website: whiskeyandlemon.comLana’s Instagram: instagram.com/heylanamercedezLana’s Website: lanamercedez.com

On today’s episode, we discuss how to combat the world being more judgmental, which harms relationships and mental health. To be less judgmental, separate the action from the person, give the benefit of the doubt, recognize biases, sit with feelings of being judged, and assess impact. We can make the world more accepting by being less judgmental. Thank you for listening! ❤Podcast Instagram: instagram.com/whiskeyandlemonpodcastPodcast Website: whiskeyandlemon.comLana’s Instagram: instagram.com/heylanamercedezLana’s Website: lanamercedez.com

Jen Taler joins the conversation today and discusses the complexities of the professional world and how to remain confident in yourself. We discuss the meaning of community, and how maintaining humility can help you learn and navigate your way through your career. Jen talks about what it was like managing a community of business in the midst of COVID-19, and how she is still grasping the changes it brought about. Also, find out what is the worst & best pieces of advice Jen has received throughout her career. Available now on all platforms!Follow Lana on Instagram @ heylanamercedez and watch her stories to submit your questions for future episodes!Jen’s Instagram: instagram.com/jentaler_Podcast Instagram: instagram.com/whiskeyandlemonpodcastPodcast Website: whiskeyandlemon.comLana’s Instagram: instagram.com/heylanamercedezLana’s Website: lanamercedez.com

Join us as we discuss the importance of humility — how it can help us to be more understanding, compassionate, and open to learning.Humility is a quality that is often overlooked, but it is one of the most essential qualities a person can have. Humility is the quality of being modest and unassuming. It is the opposite of arrogance and pride. Humility is essential because it allows us to see the world differently. It helps us to understand that we are not always right and that there is always something to learn from others. Humility also makes us more compassionate and understanding. It helps us to see the good in others, even when they make mistakes. Humility is a quality that can be cultivated through practice.Humility is a quality that will make you a better person. It will help you to build stronger relationships, be more successful in your career, and be happier and more content with your life.Podcast Instagram: instagram.com/whiskeyandlemonpodcastPodcast Website: whiskeyandlemon.comLana’s Instagram: instagram.com/heylanamercedezLana’s Website: lanamercedez.comResources:Special thanks to Science of People for this breakdown. Check out the link for the full article!https://www.scienceofpeople.com/how-to-be-humble/

Lana breaks down the shift we need in our minds from wanting everything to be perfect to being grateful for what we actually have.Wake up grateful and excited to live each day.Tell those that support you how grateful you are.Acknowledge your own accomplishments and be grateful to yourself.Be grateful for where you are and what you have in life.How often do you show appreciation? We tend to be so busy throughout the day that we take so much for granted. Are you thanking those that hold the door open for you? Did you thank the cashier when you went grocery shopping? Did you thank your server at the last restaurant you ate at?Not only is appreciation, appreciated... it is also admired. I don't know about you, but I notice when I'm in the company of someone that expresses gratitude to those that help them, versus someone who seems to just accept service as if it is owed to them. Always remember, gratitude goes a very long way.Podcast Instagram: instagram.com/whiskeyandlemonpodcastPodcast Website: whiskeyandlemon.comLana’s Instagram: instagram.com/heylanamercedezLana’s Website: lanamercedez.comResources:www.entrepreneur.com/article/238991

Lana discusses how we can balance living in the present while still planning for the future. She breaks down how we can do this, how we can live life intentionally, and why it is important to say less and observe more. When we focus on enjoying the journey of life and not where we want to end up all of the time, we build our confidence, find gratitude, and learn patience.Make sure that you are focusing on the details and experiencing the life right in front of you.Follow Lana on Instagram @ heylanamercedez and watch her stories to submit your questions for future episodes!Leave a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify!Podcast Instagram: instagram.com/whiskeyandlemonpodcastPodcast Website: whiskeyandlemon.comLana’s Instagram: instagram.com/heylanamercedezLana’s Website: lanamercedez.comResources:labs.psych.ucsb.edu/schooler/jonathan/sites/labs.psych.ucsb.edu.schooler.jonathan/files/pubs/cep_67_1_11.pdf

Today we are continuing the discussion surrounding love languages by exploring the benefits, how to use them during conflict, and how to use them with yourself.Thank you so much for listening! 💛Follow Lana on Instagram @ heylanamercedez and watch her stories to submit your questions for future episodes!Leave a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify!Podcast Instagram: instagram.com/whiskeyandlemonpodcastPodcast Website: whiskeyandlemon.comLana’s Instagram: instagram.com/heylanamercedezLana’s Website: lanamercedez.comResources:Take the Five Love Languages QuizFive Love Languages of ChildrenFive Love Languages for MenFive Love Languages of TeenagersFive Love Languages Singles Edition

This week we are discussing the five love languages and how they can be a helpful resource for improving relationships. It is important to learn your partner's love language and show them love in the way that they appreciate most. Love languages can change over time, so it is important to be open to expressing and receiving love in new ways. The most important thing is to communicate with your partner and show them that you love them. Next week we will be discussing how speaking each other’s love languages fosters connection, respect, and intimacy, Thank you so much for listening! 💛Follow Lana on Instagram @ heylanamercedez and watch her stories to submit your questions for future episodes!Leave a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify!Podcast Instagram: instagram.com/whiskeyandlemonpodcastPodcast Website: whiskeyandlemon.comLana’s Instagram: instagram.com/heylanamercedezLana’s Website: lanamercedez.comResources:Take the Five Love Languages Quiz

Jenn Tardy is back to answer your questions regarding career success and provides a starting point on how to increase diversity in the workplace. What is one of the most difficult questions to navigate during an interview? How do you properly express frustrations to your manager? Tune in now and join the conversation!Follow Lana on Instagram @ heylanamercedez and watch her stories to submit your questions for future episodes!Jenn’s Instagram: instagram.com/jenntardyCareer Success Instagram: instagram.com/yourcareersuccessCareer Success YouTube: youtube.com/careersuccessJob Seekers: jennifertardy.com/job-seekersJenn’s Website: jennifertardy.comPodcast Instagram: instagram.com/whiskeyandlemonpodcastPodcast Website: whiskeyandlemon.comLana’s Instagram: instagram.com/heylanamercedezLana’s Website: lanamercedez.com

Jenn Tardy, recruiting and career success expert joins the conversation! Jenn explains how to avoid sitting in post-interview rejection; and how to approach your career with confidence while keeping your own desires in mind. What is a WHY statement? What are your stretch positions? Jenn is helping us to leverage ourselves in the workspace we are in, as well as the space that we want to be in. Lana and Jenn discuss transferable skills, resume variations, and how to write an impressive cover letter. Also, what is the one question you need to ask during your interview? Tune in now and join the conversation!Follow Lana on Instagram @ heylanamercedez and watch her stories to submit your questions for future episodes!Jenn’s Instagram: instagram.com/jenntardyCareer Success Instagram: instagram.com/yourcareersuccessCareer Success YouTube: youtube.com/careersuccessJob Seekers: jennifertardy.com/job-seekersJenn’s Website: jennifertardy.comPodcast Instagram: instagram.com/whiskeyandlemonpodcastPodcast Website: whiskeyandlemon.comLana’s Instagram: instagram.com/heylanamercedezLana’s Website: lanamercedez.com