257 - The Gift of Growth with Shika

The Boonie Breakdown

Join Boonie and the homie Shika as we dive into a hilarious and heartfelt chat about last year's Toronto trip, turning 40, and the holiday season. We share funny travel misadventures, reflections on self-care and personal growth, and the joys of experiences over material gifts.

From Mariah Carey’s Christmas concert to rants about consumerism and modern relationships, we keep it real while celebrating friendship and resilience. With plenty of laughs and insights, this episode is the perfect mix of humor and inspiration to carry you into 2025.

Tune in for: 🎤 Toronto travel tales and life lessons 🎄 Holiday spending and self-care tips 💡 Reflections on personal growth and relationships

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Chapters 0:10 Welcome Back to Boonie and Friends 5:17 Birthday Reflections and Upcoming Plans 7:34 Life Lessons and Transformation 10:25 Therapy Talks and Self-Discovery 12:44 Highs and Lows of the Year 14:07 Turning 40: Embracing Change 17:11 Workplace Realities and Responsibilities 22:12 Money and Happiness: A Discussion 26:09 Cleaning Services and Life Simplified 26:59 The Impact of Delivery Services 34:00 Air Travel Woes: A Toronto Tale 40:43 The Effect of Social Media Relationships 45:35 Catfishing and Online Scams 58:10 Grocery Shopping Preferences 1:14:18 Closing Thoughts for the New Year