Big Sister Chats

About Big Sister Chats

Welcome to Big Sister Chats,the podcast where women show up with stories, lessons, and big-sister wisdom for anyone figuring life out. From periods to personal growth, heartbreak to solo travel, we talk about the things we wish someone had told us sooner. Growing up with three brothers, I always wished I had another woman to turn to for honest conversations. So I created this space—for you, for us. 💅 Come for the cozy vibes, stay for the real talk. And if you want to share feedback or suggest a guest, you’ll find me @l.a.pichler. 🎙 Don’t forget to subscribe. New episodes drop regularly!

Publisher

Big Sister Chats Podcast

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

15 Jul 2024

Latest episode

23 Jun 2025

Latest episodes

13 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   23 Jun 2025

   Your Brain Is Not Chrome: Why You’re Struggling to Focus

   Host L.A. PICHLER explores practical productivity methods, mindfulness, and workspace strategies to combat distractions and regain focus, offering insights for managing creative projects and daily tasks.

2. 

   16 Jun 2025

   How to Feel at Home in the Unknown - with Soul Wisdom by Julia

   Host Pichlerr interviews Julia of Soul Wisdom about traveling with intention and cultivating sehnsucht, providing listeners with insights on solo trips and connecting with sacred sites.

3. 

   9 Jun 2025

   Becoming Her (But Also Being Okay With Who You Are Now) - with Madison Johnson

   Fitness influencer Madison Johnson discusses her journey from intense macro tracking to embracing intuitive flow and meditation, highlighting the importance of mind-body connection in an interview with L.A. Pichler.

4. 

   2 Jun 2025

   What If Your Scariest Move Is Your Best One?

   Host L.A. Pichler explores embracing fear as a catalyst for personal growth, offering practical tips on solo travel and journaling to transform overwhelm into clarity in this interview.

5. 

   16 Sept 2024

   #8 - Snooze to Success - How standing up at 5 a.m. has changed my life ⏰

   Hey everybody! Welcome to Big Sister Chats, the podcast where we dive into all things mental health, physical well-being, and cultivating a positive mindset. ✨ Get comfortable or pretend that we’re on a phone call like siblings who talk about life experiences. This is how I want this podcast to feel like - a place where you can share your worries and I can offer my advice and hopefully make you feel a bit better. 💕 Whether it’s about growing in life or tackling everyday challenges, I’ve got you covered. 💪 In this episode, we are talking about standing up early - whether that means 5 a.m., earlier or later. 🤍 It seems the number one rule for a successful life is standing up early. Like … really early. Depending on who you ask, people stand up at six, five, four, even three in the morning. And it sounds a little crazy. But actually a lot of people do it. And because I´m one of those crazy people, let´s talk about standing up early. ☕☕If we were having Coffee …☕☕ This is our format where I tell you a little bit about me and how my life is going right now. It’s inspired by a newsletter from TheBlissBean if we were having coffee … I would tell you that … I’m working on my short movie project “OPSIS” a lot. We finally have all the music tracks ready and I’m so excited to share them with the world. I would tell you that … I found a new favorite cafê! There is a really cute one not too far from my place and they have so comfortable chair that are actually swings. Plus, they play so nice background music all the time. And I would tell you that … I’m already planning what to do after that short movie project is done - probably I’ll sign up for dance classes. Now, if we were having coffee, I’d also love to hear your stories. Actually, Spotify seems to have a feature now where you can comment directly under the episode. Or you can also let me know what has been going on in your life lately on YouTube or Instagram. -------- Growing up with three brothers, I always wished I had another woman to turn to for advice. If you’ve ever felt the same way, you’re in the right place. 💅 For feedback to the episodes or ideas, check out my instagram @podcast_bigsisterchats (https://www.instagram.com/podcast_bigsisterchats/). 🎙NEW: You can now also comment directly on Spotify! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast so you'll never miss an episode! 🎧 In this episode we´ll touch on: Why standing up this early is actually really beneficial. How you can stand up earlier. The best tips and tricks for actually using that extra time. Recap & Key Take-Aways So, let’s recap what we’ve learned today: Waking up early gives you time to focus on what really matters before the distractions of the day kick in. It’s not always easy, but with some adjustments and clear intentions, it’s totally doable. Try waking up just 30 minutes earlier than usual and use that time for something important to you. Thanks for tuning in to today’s episode of Big Sister Chats. I hope you found some inspiration get up in the morning too - even if you’re not an early bird. For your call to action this week, set your alarm earlier for tomorrow morning. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend who’s interested in self care, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an update. Take care, and I’ll see you in the next episode! Byyyye! (ignore this part, it's for the algorithm haha) #bigsisterchats #advicepodcast #youngadultlife #newpodcast #podcastbigsisterchats #selfcare #selfcareroutine #selfcareadvice

6. 

   2 Sept 2024

   #7 - The Art of Self-Care Beyond Bubble Baths

   Hey everybody! Welcome to Big Sister Chats, the podcast where we dive into all things mental health, physical well-being, and cultivating a positive mindset. ✨ Get comfortable or pretend that we’re on a phone call like siblings who talk about life experiences. This is how I want this podcast to feel like - a place where you can share your worries and I can offer my advice and hopefully make you feel a bit better. 💕 Whether it’s about growing in life or tackling everyday challenges, I’ve got you covered. 💪 In this episode, we are talking about self care. 🤍 "Go take a bubble bath and you’ll feel fine." Yeah, babes, that’s not how it works, sadly. Self-Care. The word is all over social media. So I wondered: Is it just a trend? Just a vibe or a style that some people have? Is it just a fancy word, like we call regular walks “hot girl walks” now? But I realized it’s not. Or it shouldn’t be. While it all seems so perfect on Instagram and Co, self care isn’t just putting cucumbers on your eyes, living a minimalist lifestyle and standing up at 5 in the morning. 👑 -------- Growing up with three brothers, I always wished I had another woman to turn to for advice. If you’ve ever felt the same way, you’re in the right place. 💅 For feedback to the episodes or ideas, check out my instagram @podcast_bigsisterchats (https://www.instagram.com/podcast_bigsisterchats/). 🎙NEW: You can now also comment directly on Spotify! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast so you'll never miss an episode! 🎧 In this episode we´ll touch on: What is self-care, really? How do I practice self-care without feeling guilty? Living Life vs. The Life on Social Media Redefine Self-Care as a Daily Essential, Not a Luxury Self-care isn’t just about treating yourself; it's about taking care of your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. It can be as simple as setting boundaries, getting enough sleep, or saying no to things that drain you. Recap & Key Take-Aways So, let’s recap what we’ve learned today: Redefine Self-Care: It's not just about an aesthetic; it's taking care of your overall well-being. Incorporate Self-Care into Daily Life: Small, consistent practices like taking breaks, breathing exercises, or setting boundaries can have a big impact. Self-Care is Personal: Your routine should be tailored to what genuinely recharges you; it's okay if it doesn't look like everyone else's. Consistency Over Perfection: Self-care is about growth, not perfection. There are so many forms of Self-Care: find what works best for you. Self-Care isn’t just a Trend: While self-care is popular, it’s more than a trend—it's a lifelong practice essential for managing stress and maintaining balance in a fast-paced world. Thank you for tuning in to today’s episode. If you liked it, please consider to like and subscribe to this podcast and let me hear your feedback over on Instagram. See you soon! (ignore this part, it's for the algorithm haha) #bigsisterchats #advicepodcast #youngadultlife #newpodcast #podcastbigsisterchats #selfcare #selfcareroutine #selfcareadvice

7. 

   26 Aug 2024

   #6 - 25 things to do after work / uni

   Hey everybody! Welcome to Big Sister Chats, the podcast where we dive into all things mental health, physical well-being, and cultivating a positive mindset. ✨ Get comfortable or pretend that we’re on a phone call like siblings who talk about life experiences. This is how I want this podcast to feel like - a place where you can share your worries and I can offer my advice and hopefully make you feel a bit better. 💕 Whether it’s about growing in life or tackling everyday challenges, I’ve got you covered. 💪 In this episode, we are talking about how to use your time to do something fun after work or uni so your evenings are not wasted. 🤍 It can be so exhausting to try and find something to do after a long day and we tend to just lay around, wasting the free time we have to wait around for the next day. Not anymore! 👑 Growing up with three brothers, I always wished I had another woman to turn to for advice. If you’ve ever felt the same way, you’re in the right place. 💅 For feedback to the episodes or ideas, check out my instagram @podcast_bigsisterchats. 🎙NEW: You can now also comment directly on Spotify!https://www.instagram.com/podcast_bigsisterchats/Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast so you'll never miss an episode! 🎧 I split this epsiode into evening funsies and girls nights💟 You can always go and search pinterest for some more ideas. Just use your free time to do something fun or work on your personal projects and yourself. Thank you for tuning in to today’s episode. If you liked it, please consider to like and subscribe to this podcast and let me hear your feedback over on Instagram. See you soon! (ignore this part, it's for the algorithm haha) #bigsisterchats #eveningfun #thingstodo #25thingstodo #eveningroutine #advicepodcast #youngadultlife #newpodcast

8. 

   19 Aug 2024

   #5 - Reduce your screen time

   Hey everybody! Welcome to Big Sister Chats, the podcast where we dive into all things mental health, physical well-being, and cultivating a positive mindset. ✨ Get comfortable or pretend that we’re on a phone call like siblings who talk about life experiences. This is how I want this podcast to feel like - a place where you can share your worries and I can offer my advice and hopefully make you feel a bit better. 💕 Whether it’s about growing in life or tackling everyday challenges, I’ve got you covered. 💪 In this episode, we are talking about how to spend your time more wisely by reducing your screen time and spending less time on your phone. 🤍 There are a couple of hacks that can help making your phone less addicting. Remember: These devices and apps are made to keep you there as long as possible, but you got this! 👑 Growing up with three brothers, I always wished I had another woman to turn to for advice. If you’ve ever felt the same way, you’re in the right place. 💅 For feedback to the episodes or ideas, check out my instagram @podcast_bigsisterchats. 🎙 NEW: You can now also comment directly on Spotify! https://www.instagram.com/podcast_bigsisterchats/ Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast so you'll never miss an episode! 🎧 Here are my notes on this episode: We all only have 24 hours in a day but somehow some people seem to achieve more than others. Most of us do have some time we could spend First, let’s do an audit and check just how much time we are spending on our phones. You can check your settings for your screen time. ⇒ On which apps do you want to cut back? ⇒ What “doesn’t count” like Spotify or where can it even be useful like Duolingo? ⇒ When do you use your phone when you could be doing something more productive or fun? Recap & Key Take-Aways Do an audit Greyscale Work Mode: No messages between 7-16 one sec app Have a dedicated place away from your work place / leave it at home max. Screen Time (for certain apps) MINDSET SHIFT: Don´t delete the app (you´ll re-download), make a new account and suddenly the algorithm isn´t fun anymore and you won´t be so tempted + all your drafts won´t be gone Planning: What are you gonna do instead of being on your phone? F.e. set the intention to write a chapter and THEN you can go on your phone. Thank you for tuning in to today’s episode. If you liked it, please consider to like and subscribe to this podcast and let me hear your feedback over on Instagram. See you soon! (ignore this part, it's for the algorithm haha) #bigsisterchats #screentime #reducescreentime #phoneaddiction #advicepodcast #youngadultlife #newpodcast

9. 

   12 Aug 2024

   #4 - Moving Out II / Settling, Guilt & Homesickness

   Hey everybody! Welcome to Big Sister Chats, the podcast where we dive into all things mental health, physical well-being, and cultivating a positive mindset. ✨ Whether it’s about growing in life or tackling everyday challenges, I’ve got you covered. 💪 I had to split this episode into two halfway through the recording because I realized I am talking forever haha. So tune into episode 3 if you want to hear something about how to decide whether and where to you should move. 😎 In this episode, we are talking about two feelings: guilt and homesickness after moving out. And also how to settle into your new place and get to know it. 🤍 Living in a new place can be exciting - but depending on how far away you go, there is a sense of longing for the known. As always, we talk about all the things I know and have experienced to make your life a little easier. 👑 Growing up with three brothers, I always wished I had another woman to turn to for advice. If you’ve ever felt the same way, you’re in the right place. 💅 For feedback to the episodes or ideas, check out my instagram @podcast_bigsisterchats. 🎙 NEW: You can now also comment directly on Spotify! https://www.instagram.com/podcast_bigsisterchats/ Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast so you'll never miss an episode! 🎧 Here are my notes on this episode: So, you want to move out. You already plan moving out. Or you’ve moved out and you’re searching for some tips on how to navigate life in a new city. Topics we’ll touch on: How to settle into your new place Feeling guilty / homesick Recap & Key Take-Aways Moving is expensive. Especiall if you’re doing it for the first time. Prepare in advance by setting money aside or asking friends and family to help you out You can, for example, ask for kitchen items for christmas that you know you’ll love and use. It’s completely normal to feel homesick every now and then. Sometimes you can battle the feeling by calling your loved ones and sometimes you just have to go back there. Both is alright. You will most likely miss out on some big events happening back home. It will hurt. Make the best out of it because you are doing this for yourself. Thank you for tuning in to today’s episode. If you liked it, please consider to like and subscribe to this podcast and let me hear your feedback over on Instagram. See you soon! (ignore this part, it's for spotify's algorithm haha) #bigsisterchats #movingout #advicepodcast #youngadultlife #newpodcast

10. 

    5 Aug 2024

    #3 - Moving Out I / yes, no and where to

    Hey everybody! Welcome to Big Sister Chats, the podcast where we dive into all things mental health, physical well-being, and cultivating a positive mindset. ✨ Whether it’s about growing in life or tackling everyday challenges, I’ve got you covered. 💪 I had to split this episode into two halfway through the recording because I realized I am talking forever haha. So stay tuned for part two about feeling guilty and homesick. 😎 In this episode, we are talking about how to find out if you should move out right now and how to prepare for this big step. We are also considering options on where to move to. 🤍 I myself have moved around quite a bit already. As always, talk about all the things I know and have experienced to make your life a little easier. 👑 Growing up with three brothers, I always wished I had another woman to turn to for advice. If you’ve ever felt the same way, you’re in the right place. 💅 For feedback to the episodes or ideas, check out my instagram @podcast_bigsisterchats. 🎙 NEW: You can now also comment directly on Spotify! https://www.instagram.com/podcast_bigsisterchats/ Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast so you'll never miss an episode! 🎧 Here are my notes on this episode: So, you want to move out. You already plan moving out. Or you’ve moved out and you’re searching for some tips on how to navigate life in a new city. Topics we’ll touch on: Reasons to move - and how to decide whether you should do it now or later Where to move to Recap & Key Take-Aways Try to figure out if it’s the right time for moving already and what kind of life you aspire to have Choose your next home carefully and spend some time getting to know the city before you move in Moving is expensive. Especiall if you’re doing it for the first time. Prepare in advance by setting money aside or asking friends and family to help you out You can, for example, ask for kitchen items for christmas that you know you’ll love and use. Thank you for tuning in to today’s episode. If you liked it, please consider to like and subscribe to this podcast and let me hear your feedback over on Instagram. See you soon! (ignore this part, it's for spotify's algorithm haha) #bigsisterchats #movingout #advicepodcast #youngadultlife #newpodcast

11. 

    29 Jul 2024

    #2 - Make this your best summer / August 2024 motivation

    Hey everybody! Welcome to Big Sister Chats, the podcast where we dive into all things mental health, physical well-being, and cultivating a positive mindset. ✨ Whether it’s about growing in life or tackling everyday challenges, I’ve got you covered. 💪 In this episode, we are talking about how to make summer 2024 the best one yet - even though it´s already august. Travel plans, evening funsies and more. 🤍 Low budget options included, of course! As always, talk about all the things I know and have experienced to make your life a little easier. 👑 Growing up with three brothers, I always wished I had another woman to turn to for advice. If you’ve ever felt the same way, you’re in the right place. 💅 For feedback to the episodes or ideas, check out my instagram @podcast_bigsisterchats. 🎙 NEW: You can now also comment directly on Spotify! https://www.instagram.com/podcast_bigsisterchats/ Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast so you'll never miss an episode! 🎧 Here are my notes on this episode: June and July are almost over. We get one more month of summer and sunshine. In fact, here it was raining a lot this year and it feels like this summer is totally wasted. So, with August knocking at our doors, it´s time to make summer 2024 memorable after all. In this episode we´ll touch on: How to figure out what we want from this summer Travelling for cheap And all my practical tips on how to make this your Best Summer Yet, even if there is not much time left Recap & Key Take-Aways If you haven´t already: Make a Bucket List and a Vision Board and find a Title for this summer Travel with Hostelworld or Worldpackers or some other cheap option Capture everything with an old camera - or any camera, just not your phone (or do, there´s app for that by now) Make a dedicated summer playlist and listen to it each morning So, this is my guide on how to make summer 2024 maybe not your best one yet, but still a very nice memory. So, this is my guide on how to make summer 2024 maybe not your best one yet, but still a very nice memory. Thank you for tuning in to today’s episode. If you liked it, please consider to like and subscribe to this podcast and let me hear your feedback over on Instagram. See you soon! (ignore this part, it's for spotify's algorithm haha) #bigsisterchats #summer2024 #august2024 #bestsummer #newpodcast

12. 

    22 Jul 2024

    #1 - Making new friends & fighting Long Distance

    Hey everybody! Welcome to Big Sister Chats, the podcast where we dive into all things mental health, physical well-being, and cultivating a positive mindset. ✨ Whether it’s about growing in life or tackling everyday challenges, I’ve got you covered. 💪 In this episode, we are talking all things making new friends, feeling lonely and how to maintain your long distance friendships from your hometown. 🤍 I'll share my favorite tip on how to make friends in a place where you know NOBODY (actually, this is the only way I made friends here as an introvert) and as always, talk about all the things I know and have experienced to make your life a little easier. 👑 Growing up with three brothers, I always wished I had another woman to turn to for advice. If you’ve ever felt the same way, you’re in the right place. 💅 For feedback to the episodes or ideas, check out my instagram @podcast_bigsisterchats. 🎙 https://www.instagram.com/podcast_bigsisterchats/ Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast so you'll never miss an episode! 🎧 Here are my notes on this episode: Friends are soulmates. Or at least they can be. This is why, today we’ll touch on the topic of friendships. As we grow older, it’s more and more hard to sustain the right connections in our life. In this episode we’ll talk about: - Long Distance Friendships and how to maintain them - AND Finding new Friends - actually, I have found a way to make friends that nobody has told me before. I’ve spent so many hours on YouTube, trying to find the magic key to new friendships. Nobody could tell me an easy fix. But I found it. And I’ll share it with you. Recap & Key Take-Aways So, let’s recap what we’ve learned today: If you want to keep your long distance friendships: Find your communication style. Either schedule calls or send each other mini-vlogs - or something else, whatever you guys prefer! Letting go of friends from your hometown is okay If you are feeling lonely right now, find things you can do on your own that are fun. Like pottery classes or days at the lake. Try different events and groups - there are many free events. Say “yes” to things and if you have a bad feeling, you can always go home. I know it’s hard for us introverts to put us out there. But truly, you only need to find one really good friend. And you can do that. Step out of your comfort zone at least once a week. Take action either by messaging people on Apps like Bumble BFF or try to make a groupchat with all the lovely people from your town so everybody has higher chances to meet up. That is it for today. Thank you for tuning in to today’s episode. If you liked it, please consider to like and subscribe to this podcast and let me hear your feedback over on Instagram. See you soon! (ignore this part, it's for spotify's algorithm haha) #bigsisterchats #longdistancefriendship #makingnewfriends #friendshipgoals #newpodcast

13. 

    15 Jul 2024

    #0 - About me & the podcast

    Welcome to Big Sister Chats, the podcast where we dive into all things mental health, physical well-being, and cultivating a positive mindset. ✨ Whether it’s about growing in life or tackling everyday challenges, I’ve got you covered. 💪 Growing up with three brothers, I always wished I had another woman to turn to for advice. If you’ve ever felt the same way, you’re in the right place. 💅 For feedback to the episodes or ideas, check out my instagram @podcast_bigsisterchats. 🎙 Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast so you'll never miss an episode! 🎧

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Spotify

5.0 / 5

8 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 46 / 100

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Quality

61

Social presence

90

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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