Open & Awkward: Shop Talk with Katie & Amanda
Season 2 Episode 25: LETTING GO
Overcoming Overfunctioning
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Katie and Amanda dive into significant business changes they’ve recently made that brought clarity and relief. Amanda shares the story of losing her courtyard due to her landlord’s construction plans and the lessons she learned from the experience. They also touch on the importance of understanding one’s value and avoiding overfunctioning in both business and personal life. Katie discusses an ongoing struggle with managing work boundaries and dealing with inconsiderate requests. The conversation woven with anecdotes and humor highlights the duo’s commitment to authenticity and the importance of self-awareness.
Highlights:
- Amanda’s courtyard is going away
- Overfunctioning
- Katie and Amanda’s Tarot Readings
- Shut out the noise
- An unexpected pothole
- Questions without Curiosity
- John Derian marble apple
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Photos:
Katie’s hat from Joan

Katie’s marble apple

The Stuff at the End
Amanda’s Kiss My Aster Instagram
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