It can often be a true growth opportunity to try new things that attract us but are also challenging and move us outside our comfort zone. Sheila and Elizabeth discuss their recent forays into online dating. They agree that it’s essential to listen to your inner voice -- and gut feelings -- to (in the words of "The Gambler") "know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em, know when to walk away, and know when to run."

What if we made more of an effort to view criticism from others like a two way mirror? We can see how their words reflect something about us and reflect something about them as well. Elizabeth and Sheila discuss an Oscar Wilde quote: “Criticism is the only reliable form of autobiography,” to explore dynamics of criticism, weaving in personal experiences for extra color!

How would you feel if you were given the choice to know how long your life would be? The Measure, by Nikki Erlick, is a recent bestseller, where the entire world population is given the opportunity to find the answer to that question in a box which appears on their doorstep. Elizabeth and Sheila talk about what their own choices might be, as well as the impact the knowledge could have on their lives, and on the people they love. Or those they may have hopes of loving in the future.