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Ashley, Maayan, & Lauren (Gossipist Co-Founders) challenge themselves to live out the principles of the cult favorite self-help book (The Secret:ThePower) to see how dramatically their lives could change. Listen to what they manifested, what techniques worked best for them, how their lives did or did not change, and why Maayan rains on their self-help [...] The post Living out The Secret:The Power by Rhonda Byrne – Challenge Accepted #9 appeared first on Glimpse Of Brilliance.

Ashley talks to Jodie about quitting her small town life to become a professional world traveler. Jodie talks about traveling the world as a Tour Manager, the best and worst things about the job, and gives tips on how to know if this path is right for you. Plus, Must-Tries of the week!   The post Quit Your Life: Small Town to Professional World Traveller – Challenge Accepted #23 appeared first on Glimpse Of Brilliance.

Ashley & Maayan test their sexy skills and athletic ability on the pole this week. It’s a peek inside the serious world of Pole Dancing,filled with tips, tricks and opinions. Plus Must-Tries of the week! They are seriously doing this one, so you don’t have to. Listen to this: Pole Dancing If you're like me, [...] The post Pole Dancing – Challenge Accepted #13 appeared first on Glimpse Of Brilliance.

Think home birth is just for the Amish or for the Hippies? Think again! In this episode Ashley's dearest friend Rae discusses her home birth and gives the inside scoop on what it's like to deliver a baby in a tub with a midwife! This episode is filled with tips and the truths about this parenting trend.Challenge Accepted...by Rae. [...] The post Home Birth – Challenge Accepted #17 appeared first on Glimpse Of Brilliance.

This week Ashley puts her holistic ways aside to try electrical facials while Aubrey, always the adventurous one gets a scalpel facial. In this challenge, Ashley's explores her feelings on aging while Aubrey is looking for ways to achieve the perfect complexion. Find out what these kooky procedures are all about. Plus Must-Tries of the week.         [...] The post Extreme Facials- Challenge Accepted #29 appeared first on Glimpse Of Brilliance.

Ashley and Lauren take on the impossible and give up social media for a week! As a result, Ashley turns to TMZ while Lauren plays words with friends...Hear the benefits, the downfalls, and everything in between. Plus, Must-Tries of the week!  Listen to this: Social Media Detox   The post Social Media Detox- Challenge Accepted #28 appeared first on Glimpse Of Brilliance.

Women hate catcalling…generally. In this challenge Ashley and Maayan turn the tables and catcall but with a twist, they do it like ladies. Their mission, and challenge in this episode, is to make men feel amazing and appreciated by doling out genuine compliments to hottie passersby’s. Filled with many surprises including a new understanding of [...] The post Catcall Like A Lady- Challenge Accepted #27 appeared first on Glimpse Of Brilliance.

Ashley enlists her friend Sarah to workout at Barry's Bootcamp, a cult favorite among celebs and workout aficionados. Get the scoop on what it's like inside, what it's like to burn 1000 calories, is this workout realistic, did it feel good, biggest surprises, and more! Plus Must-Tries of the week! The post Celeb Workout: Barry’s Bootcamp- Challenge Accepted #26 appeared first on Glimpse Of Brilliance.

  Ashley & Maayan challenge themselves to find a stranger on the streets of NYC to invite to breakfast, hear all details including why Ashley is so giddy. Plus an interview with the couple who inspired this week’s challenge - Courtney Dillard and Matt Webber who spent their honeymoon having breakfasts with strangers across the [...] The post Breakfast With Strangers (again) – Challenge Accepted #25 appeared first on Glimpse Of Brilliance.

Ashley and Maayan test their trust in each other by taking turns leading each other around the busiest part of midtown Manhattan with their eyes closed. This challenge is about trust, giving up control, and feeling safe! Hear what happened. Plus Must-Tries of the week.   The post Blind Walk – Challenge Accepted #24 appeared first on Glimpse Of Brilliance.

Ashley and Maayan try Reiki! Hear all about their experience with this Japanese technique for stress also known as energy healing. Plus, an interview with Master Reiki Healer, Carolyn Campora, who tells us everything we ever wanted to know about this alternative therapy. And, Must-Tries of the week!   The post Reiki, Energy Healing- Challenge Accepted #22 appeared first on Glimpse Of Brilliance.

Ashley and Aubrey challenge themselves to a week of doing random acts of kindness all across the country (NYC, LA, and Pennsylvania). From paying it forward, to assisting little old ladies, to swallowing pride to be kind, they recount the highs and lows of helping others. Plus Must-Tries of the week.        The post Random Acts of Kindness – Challenge Accepted #21 appeared first on Glimpse Of Brilliance.

Back by popular demand, it's another 'Quit Your Life' challenge where Ashley & Lauren chat with friend Theresa about leaving the smelly subways of NYC behind to move to Europe to live for free and work as an organic farmer, picking raspberries in Tuscany and Ireland! It's called WWOOF'ing. And get this, apparently it's easy to do. You'll be inspired. The post Quit Your Life: From Smelly Subways to Picking Raspberries in Italy – Challenge Accepted #20 appeared first on Glimpse Of Brilliance.

Inspired by a canoodling couple, Ashley enlists Maayan to seek out the affection of strangers - In this Challenge the ladies find people on the streets of New York City to hug. Hear all about the hugs, the rejections, and the anxiety.Plus, Must-Tries of the week and a Giveaway!   The post Hugging Strangers – Challenge Accepted #18 appeared first on Glimpse Of Brilliance.

Ashley and Maayan take on a very special challenge this week - they live below the poverty line (that's a$1.50 a day)to raise awareness for the lack of choice and opportunity faced by the people living everyday in extreme poverty. They team up with Live Below The Line to raise money for Palms For Life Fund a non profit dedicated [...] The post Live Below The Line! – Challenge Accepted #16 appeared first on Glimpse Of Brilliance.

Ashley and Aubrey dare to date! In this episode, Ashley joins and reviews 3 popular online dating sites, goes on a million dates, and shares her experiences with you. While Aubrey gives you the low down on a 'Nerd Night' speed dating event. Filled with dating tips and tricks and blow off lines,"Imagine I'm a [...] The post Online Dating & Speed Dating! – Challenge Accepted #15 appeared first on Glimpse Of Brilliance.

Ashley & Aubrey, both seeking r&r, visit their families for a week. They challenge themselves to avoid the depression trap that often accompanies a visit home by employing a few tips and tricks. This is a challenge full of techniques on how to cope and stay happy when you are around family or visiting home. Listen [...] The post Surviving Family Gatherings – Challenge Accepted #14 appeared first on Glimpse Of Brilliance.