Breaking news: Michelle and Lauren deliver their official State of the Being address. Welcome back, WIFs! This week Michelle and Lauren kick things off with their weekly beverage experiment … which quickly turns into a total fail and leads to some classic sister story time (including Lauren’s brief vigilante era). Hot Topic The sisters dive into the current state of being. Official diagnosis? Not well, bitch — but hanging in there. Between nonstop news, conspiracy theories, and the feeling that we’re all living inside a reality show we never signed up for, Michelle and Lauren talk about navigating the chaos without completely losing their minds. Reading / Watching / Listening Stoic wisdom from Epictetus, thoughts on Wuthering Heights and Send Help. Simple Joys Super glue supremacy and snuggling with a human hot-water bottle named Kevin. Press play and get cozy. Please note: This episode was recorded prior to the beginning of the war in Iran, hence why it was not discussed. Resources: Unfiltered Collection Resist and Unsubscribe Pillars Community Health Optwell This episode is sponsored by P osey Law Group, Chicago Private Wealth Group, and Adorn 512.