Episodes
ep 11: The Relationship Container - awareness, expansion, and are we really just complicated plants?
In episode 11, Cam and Beth talk about their recent awareness of feeling (and thinking) about the relationship container being like a potted plant. They've both experienced a lot of growth recently and are finding the need to create spaciousness in a new and larger container. With this new insight, they look back at past relationships through the same lens and seeing how little awareness there was around this topic.
When expansion and growth are happening, what happens if the container doesn't change? What can happen if there's a new bigger pot, some fresh soil and added room to grow?
They acknowledge that like plants, people don't all need the same things and don't grow at the same rates. It can be helpful to look at and discuss with your partner, what kind of plant are you? What space might be needed for two fast growing plants that are having all their resource needs met? Is one of the partners (or both) keeping themselves small because they feel the confinement of the current relationship container? All great things to ponder.
And maybe identifying with a plant doesn't work. Maybe an aquarium or refrigerator or any other container you can think of that works better for you. Enjoy!
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ep 10: Our Blueprint for Our Weekly “Business” Meeting
In episode 10, Cam and Beth talk about their weekly check-ins that they call "business meetings". You could call yours whatever you want, but the value of the weekly check-in is extraordinarily powerful and compounds on itself.
The outline for Beth and Cam's meetings is this:
Wins from the previous week - they start out with the biggest things that felt really good, really celebrate what felt like it went well. Maybe it was something from the to do list, or maybe something unexpected.
Timing - what feels off, not it, needs a pause, is feeling avoided, is there a sense of procrastination, any or none of the above
To Do List - the practical nuts and bolts of the things they want to do, either solo or together
What feels particularly exciting - from the to-do list or something else. It is a way to really harness that upbeat energy leaving the meeting and going off into the week.
There is often a mid-week (Thursday or Friday) check-in if it feels helpful. Sometimes it is a great way to be accountable, sometimes it just isn't needed if everything feels on track, but the check-in about the check-in is sometimes all that's needed.
Then the next week it starts all over again - the Wins from the previous week's to do list or other, what maybe felt off, another do list, sometimes carried over from the previous week or sometimes all new - this is always a chance to reevaluate, and then once again, what feels exciting coming up.
It's not unlike the critique/feedback formula of the positive compliment, constructive feedback, and another compliment.
It is a brand new practice for them, not something they've done in a relationship before, and they have found it works really well for them. They encourage listeners to try something similar for their partnerships, in whatever way works for them. Maybe it is only a monthly meeting, maybe their topics or blueprint is different. While Beth is hesitant to ever give specific advice or recommendations, this practice is on their short list of things they encourage people to at least try in a way that works for them.
It's powerful to show up together consistently, based upon a mutual agreement, not only when there is an issue but as a way to also preemptively address anything that may have surfaced and not been talked about yet. The structure of a "business meeting" complete with notebooks and calendars helps add a little structure to their usual casual and free-flowing ways of operating.
They also talk about moving to a once or twice a month schedule for podcast episodes going forward for the next few months.
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ep 09: How We Met, Embodied Openness and Said Yes
In this episode, Cam and Beth chat about their origin story. Like many couples they’re often asked how they met. And their answer, like many, is the internet! But definitely not a dating site since neither of them was trying to find someone to date. Listen in as they describe what it felt like in their first interactions online and in person and how listening to their inner guidance and saying yes led to something neither of them had experienced before. They talk about laundry, breaking patterns, authenticity and being the right kind of weird. They hope to inspire looking for those magic feels and if you have a special someone, sink in to the feeling again of what it was like in those early days of your relationship. Memory and storytelling with each other is so powerful.
Shared below are the images they spoke about that led to their connection - a photograph that Cam took (both the original and edited) and one of Beth’s drawings she had been working on at the time from the Beauty in the Upside Down collection.
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The image Beth saw on social media.
Cam’s Original Black and White Photograph
A piece from Beth’s Beauty in the Upside Down Series
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ep 08: Fear and Uncertainty
In this podcast episode, Beth and Cam talk about some different aspects of fear. From what their experiences were growing up to having fear of being oneself and putting on masks in relationships. That talk about some general aspects of fear and the connection to uncertainty and some specific experiences with feeling fear. They mention how bravery and courage, which are often applauded aren't possible without fear, but that there is a lot of shame associated with fear in general. There is a silly moment where they talk about the band Phish and try to give some hopeful perspective at the end of the episode. This is most likely a part 1 of 2 series since fear is such a big topic and feels like it is heavy in our collective right now.
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ep 07: Gratitude
Beth and Cam get back to recording with their first full episode of 2025. They talk about gratitude and their individual relationships to gratitude and how it has changed their way of existing. They share some of their gratitudes from 2024 and a variety of different gratitude practices they've done either together or solo, and offer up ones to try if you are new to a gratitude practice or would like to expand your gratitude practice.
Favorite Quote:
"Feeling gratitude is different than thinking about gratitude." - Beth Cyr
The episode ends with a snippet of a new music offering from Cam - link below.
Other people/tools mentioned:
The Betty Rocker - Gratitude burpees
Dr. Laura Berman - Gratitude practice with/about your partner
Breath with Sandy - gratitude breathwork practice
Cam’s bandcamp - long format music track from this episode
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Post Holiday Update
Just a brief update to say hello and that we have the flu. We’re focusing on getting better and hope to be back soon with regular episodes.
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Bonus episode: Ground and Expand Visualization/Meditation with Beth
Happy New Year! In this episode, we're sharing a brief grounding and expanding visualization/meditation audio from Beth. If practicing this session, please be in a comfortable, safe space, and not driving a car. It is a beginner level practice and instructions are given in the audio.
You can find more of her meditation audios on her patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BethCyr
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Bonus episode: Slow Breath Work Session with Cam
In this episode, we're sharing an energy sensing, slow breath work practice that Cam created recently. If practicing this session, please be in a comfortable, safe space, and not driving a car or in water. It is a beginner level practice and instructions are given in the audio.
You can find more of his breath work audios on his patreon: https://www.patreon.com/endeavor_in_alignment
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ep 06: Authenticity and Relationship to Self, pt 2
In this episode, Cam and Beth discuss the journey of understanding authenticity, particularly how it evolves over time and is influenced by conditioning and societal expectations. The speaker reflects on their childhood memories of authenticity, noting that as they grew, they began to engage in people-pleasing behaviors that masked their true selves. They emphasize that authenticity is not a static list of traits but rather a dynamic way of being that aligns with one's integrity.
They also highlight the importance of being honest with oneself to achieve authenticity, as self-deception can take many subtle forms. They mention their experiences with meditation, breathwork, and human design as tools that helped them navigate their understanding of authenticity, allowing them to differentiate between their true self and conditioned behaviors.
The metaphor of a 'space suit' is used to illustrate how societal conditioning can constrict one's sense of self, and the process of shedding or refashioning this suit is essential for feeling free and open. Overall, the text conveys that authenticity is an ongoing journey of self-discovery, adaptation, and alignment with one's true nature.
The music at the end of this episode can be used for a Coherence Breathing practice. Coherence breathing is an equal inhale/exhale at around 5.5 seconds each. It can help reduce stress, anxiety, increase focus and relaxation and improve heart rate variability.
*Disclaimer, neither Beth nor Cam are therapists or mental health professionals. Their discussions are based upon personal experiences, past and present. They are both training to be coaches and have background trainings in yoga, meditation and breathwork.
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https://www.patreon.com/c/endeavor_in_alignment
Ram Dass Talk: Taking off TheSpaceSuit
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3WZi86ICyMo3LF0WwDWFKv?si=7627957ae6ea4bd0
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ep 05: Authenticity and Relationship to Self, pt 1
In this conversation, Beth and Cam explore the concept of authenticity, particularly in relation to oneself. They define authenticity as a combination of integrity, intuition, and alignment, emphasizing that it feels balanced and grounded. They share experiences where they have felt inauthentic, describing physical sensations that signal when something is not true to themselves, such as a "full body flinch" or "icky" feelings. They discuss how speaking out loud can sometimes reveal truths or highlight inauthentic responses, allowing for moments of self-correction. Ultimately, they highlight the importance of being attuned to these bodily experiences as a way to navigate authenticity in their lives and interactions with others.
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ep 04: Team Work - Our Relationship Foundations
In this episode, Cam and Beth explore the concept of teamwork within relationships, emphasizing the feelings of safety and support that come from working together. They discuss how their relationship is built on mutual growth and authenticity, with an understanding that change is a constant factor. By maintaining open communication and adapting to each other’s needs, they create a dynamic partnership that allows them to tackle challenges together while honoring their individual energies. Overall, they highlight the importance of collaboration and flexibility in achieving shared goals.
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ep 03: Open Communication - Our Relationship Foundations
A nebulous topic, what works for us may not work for you, but we share what does work for our communication styles. Open communication includes respect, practicing how we want to feel, and feeling into any fear or resistance and doing it anyway.
In this conversation, Beth and Cam discuss the concept of open communication in relationships, defining it as a foundational agreement between partners to communicate openly about any topic. They reflect on their personal experiences, noting how they had not truly practiced open communication until they were together. Cam emphasizes the importance of compassion and curiosity when discussing sensitive topics, highlighting that open communication requires both partners to feel safe and supported. They acknowledge the challenges many people face in their relationships, often feeling unable to share their thoughts due to past negative experiences. The discussion underscores the importance of creating a space where partners can talk openly and explore their feelings together
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ep 02: Compassionate Curiosity - Our Relationship Foundations
In this conversation, Beth and Cam discuss the concept of "compassionate curiosity," particularly in relation to self-exploration and emotional understanding. They highlight the importance of creating a pause between an event and the subsequent reaction, allowing for a more curious and compassionate approach to one’s thoughts and feelings. Cam shares a personal example of how they've transformed their reactionary behaviors, such as slamming doors out of frustration, by using curiosity to dissect the underlying emotions. This shift has helped them to disarm their reactions and gain deeper insights into their behavior. Ultimately, compassionate curiosity fosters a path of exploration and self-discovery.
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ep 01: The Intro - Ever Unfolding: A Relationship Conversation
In the introductory episode of their podcast, Cam and Beth share their intentions and motivations for discussing relationships. Beth expresses her desire to create the podcast based on her diverse experiences in relationships and the intentional approach she and Cam have taken in building their own. They highlight the lack of education around healthy relationships and emphasize the importance of communication as a foundation for successful connections. Both hosts believe in learning from experiences and experimenting to improve relationship dynamics. They aim to provide real-world insights, tools, and vocabulary to help listeners navigate their relationships, not just with partners, but with family, friends, and themselves. Ultimately, they hope to inspire better communication, leading to more fulfilling relationships.
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