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WHY does leaving a store without buying anything feel like you just committed a crime? This week, Abbey and Kay spiral through all the completely normal, totally legal situations that somehow make us feel deeply suspicious.

From pushing a “pull” door wrong and immediately losing all motor skills, to making eye contact with an employee as you leave empty-handed like you need an alibi—we’re unpacking the everyday moments that turn us into accidental fugitives.

We get into:

• Public places that instantly make us panic
• The unspoken “rules” of being a functioning human (that no one actually agreed on)
• Social anxiety crimes like double texting, liking old photos, and calling someone without warning (honestly… jail)
• The little things that shouldn’t matter… but absolutely ruin our day

Plus, we play a chaotic round of “Fine, Questionable, or Straight to Jail” and rapid-fire some of the most unhinged but relatable habits—like reopening the fridge hoping new food appears or replaying one awkward interaction for three business days.

Somewhere between overthinking, over-apologizing, and speed-walking away from mildly awkward moments, we ask the real question:

Why do we feel guilty… for doing literally nothing?

Nothing is actually illegal. We’re just dramatic.
But also… why does it feel SO real?

If you’ve ever walked out of a store like you have a warrant, this episode is for you.

Takeaways

• Everyday situations that feel illegal
• The impact of technology on communication and social behavior ADHD and its impact on communication
• Social behaviors and interactions
• Driving behaviors and road etiquette
• Phone behavior and messaging etiquette Social awkwardness is a common experience
• The need for relaxation and self-acceptance

Chapters

• 00:00 The Influence of Technology on Communication
• 23:07 ADHD and Communication
• 28:47 Anxiety-Driven Behaviors
• 36:33 Conspiracy Theories and Millennial Reactions
• 42:14 Driving Behaviors and Road Etiquette
• 01:06:03 Yearning for Relaxation and Acceptance

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On Episode 10 of The Good Shift's Podcast, Abbey and Kay dive into the challenges of navigating trauma and supporting others through difficult situations.

This episode also explores the complexities of grief and loss, as well as the various reactions and responses that individuals experience after going through a traumatic event. The discussion highlights the process of grieving and the journey of moving forward after experiencing loss. The conversation delves into the challenges of healing and the victim mentality, as well as the difficulty of holding space for others. It emphasizes the importance of being present and honest in supporting individuals through traumatic experiences.

Takeaways

• Supporting someone through trauma
• Navigating grief and loss Being present
• Honesty

Chapters

• 00:00 Navigating Trauma and Support
• 10:01 Reactions After Trauma
• 15:35 The Challenge of Holding Space for Others

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This week we’re sitting down with a woman who knows what it means to show up — even on the hard days. Katie Sappington.

Katie is the franchise owner of Java Junkies in Irrigon, Oregon. A community builder, and someone who took the leap into business ownership when it would have been easier to stay comfortable.

We talk about what it actually looks like behind the coffee stand window — the fears that come with starting something of your own, the things no one tells you about running a business, and the growth that happens when you decide to keep going anyway.

In this episode we get into:

• What pushed her to become her own boss

• The parts of business ownership that surprised her the most

• How she leads a team and protects her energy when she’s running on empty

• The shifts that changed everything for her as a business owner

We also talk about what a “good shift” really means — not just at work, but in life — and the seasons that shape us into the women we become.

If you’ve ever thought about starting something of your own, wondered what it takes to lead, or needed a reminder that you don’t have to be “ready” to begin… this conversation is for you.

And because community matters, we’re celebrating this episode with a giveaway featuring exclusive merch from Java Junkies.

Because around here, we believe in community over competition — we rise together.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Good Shift Podcast

02:35 Katie's Journey as a Franchisee

05:28 The Evolution of Java Junkies

08:21 The Coffee Culture and Community Impact

11:33 Challenges of Business Ownership

14:23 The Transition from Employee to Owner

17:27 Fears and Responsibilities of Ownership

20:13 Staffing Challenges and Team Dynamics

26:50 Coffee Shop Chronicles: Misunderstandings and Humor

30:31 The Challenges of Leadership and Exhaustion

34:54 Finding Balance: Work and Personal Life

40:04 The Journey of Business Ownership

48:12 Embracing Fear: The Path to Entrepreneurship

57:43 A Burst of Light