Running with Scissors
Running with Scissors is about taking beautiful, calculated risks. The podcast features real, raw, and sometimes ridiculous conversations about life, ambition, self-discovery, and the messy yet magical journey of figuring it all out. It aims to create a space where creatives feel seen, heard, and inspired, whether chasing big dreams, navigating setbacks, or just trying to survive adulthood. Through candid chats, personal stories, and insights from inspiring guests, it sparks creativity, confidence, and a strong sense of community. New episodes are released every Tuesday.
Episodes
Your Future Self Isn't Coming to Save You
We spend so much time waiting for the "right time".. more confidence, more motivation, more certainty.
But what if your future self isn't coming to save you?
In this episode of Running with Scissors, we unpack why waiting keeps us stuck, why confidence comes from action, and how the smallest decisions today shape the person you become tomorrow.
💬 What's one thing you've been leaving for "future yo
The "Her" You're Chasing Doesn't Exist
Everyone wants to become her.
The confident one. The disciplined one. The successful one. The girl with the perfect routine, wardrobe, body, relationship and life.
But what if becoming her has very little to do with any of that?
In this episode, we're talking about the difference between changing your life on the outside and transforming it from the inside. We unpack why external validation, a
The Fear Behind the Fear (And Why You're Still Stuck)
Fear rarely looks like fear.
It shows up as procrastination, perfectionism, overthinking, people-pleasing, or staying where it's comfortable.
In this episode, we unpack the fear behind the fear, the deeper beliefs hiding beneath fears like failure, judgement, success and disappointing others. We also get vulnerable about the fears we've experienced in business and how we're learning to move forwar
Our Current Obsessions: The Things We Can't Shut Up About
✨ Consider yourself influenced.
In this episode of Running With Scissors, we're sharing our current obsessions; from food, drinks, fashion and beauty favourites to hobbies, habits, and the random things we can't stop talking about.
If you love discovering new things, hearing honest recommendations, or just enjoy listening to friends go down completely unnecessary rabbit holes, you'll fit right i
We're Back! Life Updates and The Most Unhinged Would You Rather's 👀
We disappeared for a little while… but we’re back 👀
Season 5 starts with a life update, a few plot twists, and a lot of things we probably didn’t need to debate — including some very questionable Would You Rather scenarios.
Expect random opinions, unnecessary confidence, and the kind of conversations that somehow go from deep life updates to fighting ducks and horses.
Welcome back to Running With
26 Cute Things I Want To Do Before 27 💖
Entering my 26 era ✨
In this birthday episode, Danelle is sharing her “Before 27” list — not big scary goals, just cute, joyful things that will make this year feel special, cozy, and memorable 🌸
Consider this your permission slip to romanticise your life a little.
We Started a Podcast With Zero Clue — One Year Update 🤍
This episode is a full-circle moment.
One year ago, we started Running With Scissors with nothing but an idea and a lot of nerves. Today, we’re reflecting on everything this podcast has taught us — about creativity, confidence, friendship, and showing up even when you don’t feel ready.
We’re sharing the lessons, the unexpected wins, the hard parts, and the advice we’d give our past selves.
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Random Things That Make Us Feel Like We're Winning at Life
This episode is a little different — think coffee chat energy.
We’re talking about the smallest, most random things that somehow make us feel like we’ve got our life together. From canceling subscriptions on time to the perfect cup of coffee and sending emails, it’s the tiny wins that sometimes hit the hardest.
Because building a life from within isn’t only about the big breakthroughs — it’s also
Stop Feeling Bad for Protecting Your Peace
Why do we feel guilty for protecting our energy, but burnt out when we don’t?
In this episode, we talk about boundaries as part of mindset work, not just relationships. Because what you allow into your space affects how you think, feel, and show up.
We unpack emotional boundaries (not absorbing everyone else’s moods), physical boundaries (your time, rest, and availability), and why saying no wit
How Comparison Is Quietly Draining You
Have you ever felt good about your progress… until you opened Instagram?
In this episode, we unpack how comparison quietly drains your confidence, shifts your focus outward, and makes you feel behind, even when you’re actually growing. From social media highlight reels to invisible timelines, we explore how measuring your life against someone else’s peak moment erodes self-belief and creates unn
You're Allowed to Outgrow Who You Were
Growth doesn’t always feel exciting. Sometimes it feels like loss.
In this episode, we talk about outgrowing old versions of yourself, the identities, roles, dreams, and expectations that once felt safe but no longer fit. We explore the grief that can come with change, the guilt of evolving when others expect the old you, and the quiet permission it takes to let yourself become someone new.
We
Why You Don't Trust Yourself Anymore
At some point, many of us stop trusting ourselves, not because we’re incapable, but because life teaches us to doubt our own voice.
In this episode, we unpack what self-trust really means, how it quietly erodes through comparison, failure, and people-pleasing, and the subtle signs you might be second-guessing yourself more than you realise.
We talk about rebuilding self-trust through small, dail
Discipline Isn’t Punishment
Discipline isn’t punishment — it’s self-respect.
In this episode, we challenge the idea that discipline has to be rigid, guilt-driven, or exhausting. We break down why motivation is unreliable, how extreme “hustle discipline” leads to burnout, and what healthy, sustainable discipline actually looks like.
This is about building self-trust, showing up consistently in ways that fit your life, and
Your mindset is the foundation (and everything else depends on it)
Your mindset is the foundation everything else is built on — your habits, decisions, confidence, and ultimately, your version of success.
In this episode, we unpack why external success without a healthy mindset eventually collapses, and how your thoughts and belief systems quietly shape the way you move through life.
From the choices you make daily to the standards you set for yourself, your in
Lessons We're Taking Into 2026
As we step into a new year, we’re reflecting on the lessons 2025 taught us and more importantly, what we’re choosing to carry forward.
In this episode, we talk about what it really means to show up for yourself: building habits that support you, moving your body with intention, finding hobbies that bring you back to yourself, and learning to live your life for you — not for validation, expectatio
When You Feel Behind in Life and Everyone Else Seems Ahead
We all know that feeling — when life feels slow, the spark is gone, and you start wondering if you’ve somehow fallen behind. This episode is for the in-between seasons — the ones where you’re still showing up, even when it doesn’t feel like much is happening.
We’re talking about:
The shame of “not being there yet”
What to do when your motivation disappears
Remembering that the season you’re
Habits That Changed Our Lives
This week, we’re chatting about the habits that actually changed our lives — not in a “5 AM, green juice, gym girl” kind of way, but in a real way. From showing up as our authentic selves and setting small reminders that help us stay grounded, to romanticizing discipline and learning to find beauty in the mundane — these are the habits that have genuinely shifted how we show up for ourselves and t
The Power of the Delulu Mindset
In today’s episode, we’re talking about the power of the “Delulu” mindset — that slightly unhinged, wildly confident energy that might just be the secret to success.
We unpack what “delulu” really means (spoiler: it’s not denial), how belief before evidence can change everything, and why a little bit of “crazy” confidence might be exactly what you need to get unstuck.
From psychology-backed insigh
Being a Beginner Again, Without Shame
When was the last time you were really bad at something? This episode dives into the beauty of starting over—without shame. We unpack why we resist being beginners, how to reframe embarrassment, and why the awkward middle is actually where growth happens.
It’s your reminder that courage matters more than perfection, and that being a beginner is a sign of expansion, not failure. 💛
💬 What’s one thin
The Moment God Told Me to Wake Up
I had a moment of clarity from God that shook me to my core - I realized I’d been chasing the wrong life. In this episode, I share what it really means to stop living for validation, start trusting yourself, and begin building a life that actually feels good. If you’ve ever felt lost, empty, or stuck performing for others, this one is for you.
The Internal Glow Up: The One That Actually Lasts
Everyone talks about glow ups like it’s all about looks, money, or status—but those versions fade fast. In this episode, we flip the script on what it really means to glow up: the kind that can’t be posted but changes everything.
We unpack the signs of an internal glow up—like setting boundaries without guilt, prioritizing peace over people-pleasing, and choosing growth even when it’s uncomfortabl
Tiny Life Upgrades That Hit Every Time
This week we’re keeping it light and chatty with the little things that just… hit every time. From skincare habits to everyday rituals and the random upgrades we wish we knew sooner — consider this your unofficial handbook for tiny life improvements that make a big difference.
Signs you're growing (Even if it doesn't feel like it)
Here’s the truth: growth doesn’t usually come with fireworks and a big neon sign saying “Congrats, you’re evolving!”Most of the time, it feels awkward, uncomfortable, or like you’re not moving at all.
In this episode of Running With Scissors, we’re unpacking the sneaky little signs that you’re growing—even when it feels like nothing’s happening. From outgrowing old habits to noticing new sparks of
Breaking Up With Your Comfort Zone
Your comfort zone feels safe… but it’s also low-key trapping you. In this episode of Running with Scissors, we spill the tea on why comfort zones feel so addictive, the sneaky signs you’re stuck in one, and how to finally break up with it 💔
Spoiler: growth isn’t pretty. It’s messy, awkward, and uncomfortable—aka proof you’re actually alive. If you’ve been craving “more” but keep choosing “meh,” th
The 5 Questions You’re Probably Avoiding
We all have questions we dodge—the ones that creep in late at night, the ones we silence with busyness, comfort, or a glass of wine. In this episode of Running with Scissors, we’re ripping the band-aid off and asking the five questions most people avoid. They’re uncomfortable, yes. But they’re also the exact questions that expose where you’re stuck, what you’re pretending not to see, and what’s re
My Friend’s Dating My Dad?! (And Other Reddit Nightmares)
This week on Running with Scissors, we dive into some of Reddit’s most jaw-dropping friendship and relationship stories — from boyfriends giving their girlfriends pros and cons lists, to friends dating… their friend’s dad. We react, we laugh, we ask “Wait… are they actually the bad guy?” and figure out how we’d handle it (spoiler: not quietly).
25 Things I’ve Learned by 25 (Some the Hard Way) - ✨ Birthday Edition ✨
She’s 25, she’s thriving, and she’s got some things to say.
In this special birthday episode of Running with Scissors, we’re celebrating one of our own — and she’s sharing 25 lessons she’s learned by 25. From saying yes more often to trusting her intuition, from eating the chocolate to letting go of the pressure to be the best — this is the stuff you don’t learn in school, but should.
This epi
What Social Media Doesn’t Show: Inside a Creative Entrepreneur’s Day
In this episode of Running with Scissors, we take you behind the scenes of what it really looks like to run a creative business. From chaotic Mondays to our small (but powerful) daily habits, we’re lifting the curtain on the things people don’t post.
We talk:
Our typical daily routines — and what’s far from routine
The unglamorous stuff: admin, burnout, and behind-the-scenes chaos
Tools, s
Building in Public: The Magic of Letting People Witness Your Becoming
We’ve been taught to stay quiet until it’s perfect. To wait until we’ve "made it" before we show up. But what if the real power lies in being seen before you're ready?
In this bold and honest episode of Running with Scissors, we challenge the idea that you have to be polished to be valuable. Instead, we explore the radical idea of building in public—of letting people witness your growth, your do
It’s Only Embarrassing, If You’re Embarrassed
Ever held yourself back because you didn’t want to look "cringe"? Thought twice about posting that reel, wearing the outfit, or saying the bold thing out loud?
In this episode, we’re breaking down the myth of embarrassment and why it’s only real if you believe it is. We talk about self-consciousness, social conditioning, confidence, and how to own the moments you once felt ashamed of.
If you've be
Why No One Knows What They're Doing — and How That Helps You
Everyone looks like they’ve got it all figured out—flawless careers, perfect routines, aesthetic posts. But here’s the truth we all need to hear:
No one actually knows what they’re doing.
In this episode, we’re breaking down the myth of “having it all together” and why embracing the unknown might just be your greatest power.
We talk about:
Why even the most “successful” people are just winging i
The Power of Romanticizing Your Life
Ever felt like life was on autopilot? In this episode of Running with Scissors, we explore how to break free from the mundane by romanticizing your life—and why that mindset shift might be the most underrated form of self-care.
We cover:
How to find beauty in everyday routines
Simple rituals that make life feel more intentional
The psychology behind romanticizing and why it matters
How to
Winging It With Intention — You Don’t Need a 5 Year Plan
In this episode, we’re calling BS on the pressure to have it all figured out. We talk about the beauty of figuring it out as you go—with intention, of course. Because winging it doesn’t mean you’re lost… it means you’re paying attention. 👀✨
We unpack:
🌱 Why most plans are just fancy guesses
💡 How to follow peace, not pressure
🎯 The difference between drifting and dancing with life
🧭 And how to tru
Healing from Breakups & Setbacks: The Art of Letting Go
Heartbreak, rejection, or failure—they all have one thing in common: they demand letting go before you can move forward. But how?
In this raw and uplifting episode, we dive into:
💔 Why breakups/setbacks hurt so deeply (it’s science + soul).
✨ How to grieve without losing yourself.
🚪 The power of release—spoiler: it’s not about forgetting.
🌱 Turning pain into growth (and the messy in-between).
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Things we wish we knew
Starting something new—whether it’s launching a business, switching careers, or choosing the road less travelled—comes with excitement, vision, and hope. But behind every bold move are moments of doubt, fear, and unexpected challenges no one really prepares you for.
In this episode, we sit down to unpack the things we wish we knew before we began. The hard truths. The silent struggles. The stuff t
Season Finale Q&A: Fails, Chaos & Launching by Accident 💀
It’s the season finale, baby! 🥲✨
In this week’s episode of Running with Scissors, we’re switching things up with a Q&A from you. We’re answering some juicy listener questions and chatting about:
💬 Our biggest fails so far (prepare to laugh)
💬 How the podcast launched... without us even knowing?!
💬 Juggling everything when life is full and chaotic
...and much more!
It’s messy, it’s honest, and
Starting Over Is a Flex, Not a Failure
We've been told that starting over means we failed. LOL, no.
In this episode of Running with Scissors, we’re flipping the script on “quitting” and sharing why starting over is actually hot girl behavior (aka aligned, powerful, and a total flex).
From ditching jobs and leaving relationships to reinventing yourself completely—we’re getting real about what it reallymeans to choose again, this time wi
Redefining Success: What Does It Really Mean to You?
What is success, really? A big job title? A house with a pool? Or just feeling at peace on a Tuesday afternoon? In this episode of Running with Scissors, we unravel what we were taught success should look like—and how we’ve each redefined it on our own terms. It’s a deep (but fun) dive into timelines we’ve let go of, goals that didn’t feel as good as they looked, and the freedom that comes with fi
The Season of Becoming: You're not behind, you're becoming
Becoming isn’t about rushing to the next big thing.
It’s about allowing yourself to grow — messily, quietly, courageously.
In this episode, we explore the sacred season of becoming: the shedding, the grieving, the building, and the waiting. We’ll remind you that growth is rarely a straight line, and that your evolution — even when unseen — is powerful beyond measure.
You are not behind. You are be
The Questions You’re Avoiding — But Need to Ask
When was the last time you really checked in with yourself?
In this episode, we’re digging into the hard questions — the ones we avoid because they might lead to change. From identity to emotions, purpose to boundaries, we’re unpacking the powerful questions you shared with us… and getting honest with ourselves too.
This is your invitation to pause, reflect, and face yourself — with compassion and
The Most Adorable Things Humans Do ✨ - Why are we like this?! (In the cutest way possible)
In this episode of Running With Scissors, we zoom in on the tiny, often-overlooked things that make being human so incredibly cute 🥹. From the universal instinct to smile by showing our teeth (who thought of that?) to standing in front of our wardrobes like personal stylists, clapping to show support, or using baby voices with pets and little humans—we are a weird and wonderfully adorable species.
Breaking Free from Perfectionism 💥: Letting Go of Flawless & Embracing Progress
Let’s be real—how often do you catch yourself chasing that perfect version of everything? Whether it’s your work, your relationships, or that DIY project, perfectionism can be a major buzzkill. In this episode of Running with Scissors, we’re calling out perfectionism for the sneaky little thief it is and showing you how to stop letting it run the show.
We’ll break down how perfectionism shows up i
🎉 25 Questions for 25 Years: The Birthday Edition! 🎉
It’s a special one! 🥳 In this episode of Running with Scissors, Lauri puts me in the hot seat with 25 questions for my 25th birthday—some fun, some deep, and some that had me reflecting on life in ways I didn’t expect. From wild memories to lessons learned, we’re diving into everything that’s shaped me so far.
Join us for laughs. And if you’re up for it, answer some of these questions yourself—we’
Unstoppable: 4 Tips to Claiming Your Space and Owning Your Voice
Have you ever felt like you had to shrink yourself to fit in? In this episode, we're diving into what it means to create a safe space for yourself—internally and externally. From setting boundaries and overcoming impostor syndrome to finding confidence in your voice, we’re breaking down the tools you need to step into your power unapologetically.
We’re tackling:
✨ Embracing your unique identity
✨ Feel the Fear & Do It Anyway! – Our Leap into the Unknown ✨
Stepping outside your comfort zone is scary—but guess what? That’s where all the magic happens! 💫 In this episode of Running with Scissors, we get real about the fears, struggles, and unexpected lessons we faced after leaving our 9-to-5 jobs to chase our creative dreams. From self-doubt to the messy middle, we’re sharing it all!
If you’ve ever felt stuck, scared, or unsure about taking the leap, t
Welcome to the Chaos – Running with Scissors Introduction
It’s finally here! In our very first episode, we’re introducing Running with Scissors.
We’re your hosts, Danelle and Lauri—best friends, complete opposites, but the perfect creative duo. We’re diving into who we are, why we started this podcast, the meaning behind the name, and what you can expect from future episodes.
So grab your iced latte, get comfy, and let’s start this wild ride together. It
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