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In this vulnerable episode, I open up about my real experiences battling anxiety and two eating disorders as a Christian girl. Mental health struggles are real—even for people of faith—and it's something the church doesn't talk about enough.If you've ever felt isolated, angry at God, or like you're drowning even when you're doing everything “right,” you're not alone.I see you. God sees you. And this episode is for you.We dive into the pressure Christians face to "have it all together," how perfection culture and stigma in the church can make healing even harder, and the truth that struggling with mental health doesn't mean you lack faith.I also share my journey through faith-based healing, how Jesus himself handled fear and sadness, and practical steps you can take to heal—with God's help.You are not broken beyond repair. God is still with you in the struggle. Healing is messy, but it's possible. Let's talk about it

Hot Girl Summer starts in your mind.Not your fridge. Not the gym. Not your jean size.This week, we're diving into how to get your dream summer body without the toxic diet culture rules, excessive exercise, and self-hatred. We're covering:• Mindset shifts that stick• Nutrition without obsession• Exercise strategies that work for you, not against youThis isn't about shrinking—it's about becoming the strongest, most confident version of you.

PRIVACY IS POWER

The Ultimate Glow-Up Guide ✨Want to wake up feeling and looking your best? In this episode, I'm sharing my top secrets that have completely changed the game for me—from the first thing you should do in the morning to the underrated habits that will leave you glowing from the inside out. We're talking hydration hacks, workout mistakes you might be making, skincare from the inside, and the one thing no one talks about but everyone notices. Trust me, you don't want to miss this one.★ MENTIONS:Find all my socials and everything else here: https://linktr.ee/levelingupwithlanaShop Products I Mentioned Here: https://shopmy.us/collections/825844Men/Women Workout Differences Study: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6230216/Excessive Exercise Hurts Your Metabolism Study: https://www.cell.com/cell-metabolism/fulltext/S1550-4131(21)00102-9Matcha/Green Tea and Acne Study: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0965229916300280?via%3DihubThoughtX (my startup/podcast connection app): https://linktr.ee/thoughtx★ KEY WORDS:Confidence, wellness, pilates, fashion, motivation, goals, goal-setting, side hustles, faith, pink pilates princess, lifestyle, aesthetic, weightlifting, gym-life, “that” girl podcast, healthy, healthy food, lifestyle, luxury, workout, working out, consistency, discipline, self-care, self care, self love, business, entrepreneurship, friends, friendship, diet, weight-loss, healthy eating, morning routine, productive morning routine, 5 am club, christian girl, christian podcast, millionaire mindset, school year, 4.0 student, intuitive eating, anti-diet culture, organization, productivity, skincare, haircare, romanticize your life, tough-love, leveling up

It's Valentine's season(when this episode was released), and while love is in the air, I know a lot of you don't feel it—at least not for yourselves. And trust me, I get it. I've spent years tying my worth to perfection, punishing myself when I didn't measure up, and letting that self-hatred seep into my relationships. But yesterday, God put it on my heart to address this.In this episode, I'm getting real about self-love, perfectionism, and the lies we tell ourselves about earning love. I'll be sharing the exact scriptures God led me to and seven powerful steps straight from the Bible that will help you stop hating yourself so you can love others better.This isn't just for my Christian girlies—these lessons are universal. So whether you struggle with negative self-talk, body image, self-sabotage, or just feeling like you're never “enough,” this episode is for you. Let's talk about grace, healing, and learning to love ourselves the way God does—unconditionally.

This week, we're getting real about the struggles of working out, feeling bulky instead of toned, and finally achieving that lean, strong, feminine look you've been dreaming of. I'll break down: No more confusion, frustration, or trying every workout under the sun without seeing results. I'm sharing everything I've learned so you can work smarter, not harder, and feel confident in your body. Let's level up our physiques together, girls—you've got this!

Are you a busy girlie juggling school, work, personal goals, and a social life—but still determined to live your best life? In this episode, I'm spilling my 7 top tips to keep everything organized, from managing your to-dos and goals to building routines and staying productive without the overwhelm. We'll cover: ✨ The power of organizing your tasks and priorities ✨ Using Notion, Todoist, and other free tools to streamline your life ✨ How routines can keep your goals, work, and social life on autopilot ✨ Time-blocking, time-tracking, and budgeting made simple ✨ Bonus tips for avoiding time-sucks like endless scrolling If you're ready to make life feel easier while leveling up, this one's for you! Check the episode description for links to my favorite tools and resources. Let's get organized, optimized, and thriving!

healing your relationship with food is a journey, not a final destination. ❤️‍

hi girls! in today's episode we spill some tea on some toxic (mostly female) friendships that I have had in the past. friendships are hard. FEMALE friendships are even harder. between the jealousy and underlying competition, the passive-aggression, the gossip, and everything else, NOBODY ever prepares you for it. NOBODY also prepares you for outgrowing friends and realizing you have nothing in common. I go over the 3 GLARING red flags  that you need to be on the lookout for when it comes to friends, how to get rid of toxic & fake friends in a classy way, and how to find healthy, like-minded female friendships. let's make 2025 (or whatever year you are listening to this) the year where you surround yourself with positive & supportive friends. ★ MENTIONS: find all my socials and everything else here: https://linktr.ee/levelingupwithlana ThoughtX (podcast connection app): https://linktr.ee/thoughtx ★ KEY WORDS: Confidence, wellness, pilates, fashion, motivation, goals, goal-setting, side hustles, faith, pink pilates princess, lifestyle, aesthetic, weightlifting, gym-life, “that” girl podcast, healthy, healthy food, lifestyle, luxury, workout, working out, consistency, discipline, self-care, self care, self love, business, entrepreneurship, friends, friendship, diet, weight-loss, healthy eating, morning routine, productive morning routine, 5 am club, christian girl, christian podcast, millionaire mindset, school year, 4.0 student, intuitive eating, anti-diet culture, organization, productivity, skincare, haircare, romanticize your life, tough-love, leveling up

hi girls! I am back from my break and am excited to get back on the mic. we go over why I re-branded the podcast, and then get straight into how you can level up your 2025 in 10 steps. I reveal my 10 step system I use to hit all of my new years goals! we go through reflection journaling prompts, breaking down goals, how to make habits, and more! the notion I mentioned is linked down below

we are a little late to the winter arc trend, but better late than never! this week, I go in-depth on the rules I am doing to enter my winter-arc, but in a way that is non-toxic. I do not want you or I to burn out before the start of the new year. and so we are approaching our winter arc in a way that is a little more realistic. let's work on becoming the best version ourselves during a time of the year others slack off! 

this week, we are getting real about the ups and downs of transitioning into a new school year. whether you're in high school, college, or even out in the “real world,” adjusting to life after summer can be tough. I've felt overwhelmed by the extra responsibilities and harder classes, and I know so many of you are feeling the same. we chat about the stress of picking (or switching) a major and how it ties into figuring out a career path. spoiler alert: it's OK to change directions, even after you've graduated. we will also touch on preventing burnout, frustrations around internship/job applications, feeling lonely, and disappointment of the “school experience.”  this was a vulnerable episode, but if it makes you girlies feel less alone, I am all for it!

join me in today's special BIRTHDAY episode. it was my birthday this past week, and in this episode I reflect on the 20 lessons I have learned throughout my teenage-hood. lessons range from healthy eating, relationships, faith, mental health, confidence, and so much more. it is the perfect “girly self-improvement” in a nut-shell episode. I cannot wait to chat with you. 

join me in today's episode as I chat about feeling far away from God. I go through some reasons why we sometimes feel far from God and ways to feel closer. I also go over secular music, making Bible reading a habit, church-hurt, and so much more!  even if you are not a Christian, or maybe you feel far from God…just click and listen to a little bit of the episode. it might have been what you needed

join me in today's episode as I go over some of the questions you girls sent in! from friend advice to skincare, mental health, working out, and fashion…I cover it all!  this episode was so much fun and I really want to do another q&a episode in the future! 

fall is here, so let's get excited by talking about all things FALL. fall trends and things to buy, fall habits, fall routines, and a fall bucket-list! we will cover all things cozy, vanilla, cashmere, pumpkin and of course, ways to improve your life.

hot girls have anxiety. I do not make the rules, I am just subject to them as much as you are. because I have struggled with anxiety for so much of my life, I wanted to make a whole podcast dedicated to helping my anxious girlies. I go over my experience having an anxiety disorder, and the tips to help calm down and stop overthinking.  if you struggle with anxiety, I highly recommend for you to listen to the episode!

today, I go over how I finally healed my relationship with food, exercise, and my body. well, maybe not FULLY healed (as I believe it is a life-long journey), but a lot more healed than earlier this year. I have been through the full spectrum. I have had a restrictive eating disorder, I have also struggled with binge/emotional eating. I have been obsessive with exercise, and obsessive about steps, calories burned, and certain types of exercise. I have believed that I “should lift” or “should only do pilates.” I used to hate my body, and I am currently learning to love it. I have been through it all, and I am still learning! but I wanted to do a whole episode reflecting on how intuitive eating healed my relationship with food, how I get over food anxiety, how I stopped making my life about exercise, and how I am learning to love myself. this is a DEEP episode that not only gives tips, but also advice on mindset which is often the hardest piece. I really hope it is helpful for you girls! 

today, I go over my secrets on how I stay organized. we girls have a lot on our plate! some of us girls have to balance school, work, wellness, and living life! I believe that organization is there to make sure that we are getting what we need done so we can enjoy life! it is a way to optimize your time and stay on track with your priorities. I give my app reccs, little hacks, and my school organization tips in 7 easy tips that you can start applying today! I balance a lot, so I hope that my advice helps you do the same!

today, this conversation is for the recovering people pleasers. the people that are so focused on other people that they forget about themselves. the people always apologizing first, putting in initiatives, planning, texting, and doing everything while being underappreciated. I have been struggling with setting boundaries and respecting myself in the relationships in my life, and maybe you are too. this episode goes into depth of what people pleasing looks like, where it comes from, and some tips to help. if you want to be able to say “no” and not tie your worth to the ways people treat you, this is the episode for you! 

today we are going to chat about one of my favorite topics: GLOWING UP. I love a good glow-up, and the perfect time is right now! before the school-year (or fall for my out of school girlies), to just grind and become the hottest and happiest version of yourself. I go through my physical glow up tips like skincare, how to maintain clear skin, how to get snatched, my personal workout routine, how to have amazing hair, and so on. I also go over the mental glow up tips like getting over mental blocks (anxious thoughts, hating yourself, procrastination), self-care, setting boundaries, and more. if you want to absolutely GLOW UP in the next month or two, this is the episode for you!

today we are going to chat about change. we all go through big and small seasons of change. whether it is as small as how you drink your coffee or your workout routine, to moving to college or changing your entire style…we all change. change is normal, changing your mind is normal, and it is SO SO uncomfortable. I feel like we limit ourselves so much by fearing change, by fearing the comments that the changes are going to be creating. so, we are going to chat all about it, and how to be more ok with change! I also give an update on why I privated my main social media account, and why I am trying to be less open about changes in my life. this is a good episode, and I cannot wait for you to listen-in.

today my best friend and co-founder, Ashley is coming on the pod to talk about all things friendship, building a business, and being a woman in the tech and business space. we go through hilarious stories, but also share tangible advice for any girl who has always felt slightly out of place.  a bit of a longer episode but Ashley and I enjoyed recording it, and we hope you enjoy listening to it.

today we are going to chat about all things hormone health, and HA recovery. this is yet another vulnerable and “taboo” subject but with so many girls struggling, I just had to open up about something I have been struggling with. HA, or hypothalamic amenorrhea is a loss of period. generally, if a girl does not have a period by 16, or her period goes missing, she is diagnosed with HA. it might seem great to not have to worry about a period, but it is a BIG indicator that something is wrong in your body. it can cause very negative impacts on the future of your health as well. whether or not you have a missing period, we also discuss hormonal acne, mood swings, and everything else about being healthy for the sake of HEALTH and not being skinny. female hormonal health is a very broad topic, but I do my best to give my tips to helping your female hormones. keep in mind I am not a doctor or specialist, but have done lots of research in the past. finally, we will chat about my THOUSANDS of dollars spent on holistic and functional medicine doctors, the tears and blood tests, things that I learned, and the steps I am taking to rebalance my hormones and regain my period. 

today we are going to chat about how to balance feminine and masculine energy. as a very “independent” and “goal-oriented” girlie, I often lose touch with my femininity. I end up feeling exhausted, angry, and like I am always the one having to call the shots.  I believe that femininity and masculinity is a BALANCE that must be struck. it is how you carry yourself, it is how you talk, your energy. it is not just wearing pink and running around a field of flowers. it is not just always being “intuitive” and swear off calendars and structure. it is a balance to not only allow yourself to be feminine, but embrace the special power and uniqueness that you have as a woman.  in such a masculine world, I believe that the girlies would feel better if we learned how to really embrace being feminine, while also pulling some masculine traits to achieve amazing things.  I will go through it all in today's episode. I cannot wait for you to listen!

today I chat about everything. honestly…EVERYTHING about what has been going on in my life. and honestly, it has been a only been TON of work. some days, upwards of 16 hrs as I balance both my corporate internship, a start-up and then everything else like sleeping, having a social life, and working out. I come clean about my real name, and go through my top time-management techniques for how I get everything done without losing my mind or doing those “motivational-bro” schedules of like…getting up at 3 AM. no. just no. oh, and I mention that soon, there will be a “rebrand” of lovely with lana. while I absolutely adore pink, I want to include ALL the girlies that are into health, wellness, business, skincare, faith, and ultimately bettering themselves, no matter your fave color. I want to chat with you and build a community of like-minded girlies. so while the intro to the episode is gone (and honestly might not make a new one), and the aesthetic will stay pink-ish, I want to change the cover to represent who I am now, and really put in effort on making all the girlies feel welcome.

today I open up about my testimony and the journey of my relationship with God. I always grew up in the church, but that does not mean I had a strong relationship with God. I called myself "Christian" but never really lived out my life like a Christian. lately, I have felt called to talk about my testimony.  I go through some of the darkest moments of my life, and how God consistently revealed Himself to me and protected me. this is not the “perfect Christian since birth” story. but maybe, me being vulnerable can help just one other person. we go through comparison, eating disorders, anxiety, doubt, lack of friends, lack of Christian community, judgemental “Christians” and more. but God is good, and maybe if you hear how He worked in my life it can spark something in you. 

today we are going to chat about toxic beauty standards. as a girl, I have struggled with the beauty standards we face as a population. it seems like a lot of you girls also struggle with them, as I have received countless requests and DM's to cover this subject. having the perfect skin, the perfect body, the perfect clothing, the perfect everything is really exhausting. to be convinced on social media and IRL that there is something wrong with you, even if things like acne and stretch marks are completely normal, is messed up.  so join me in today's episode as I cover how subjective beauty really is, the impact of social media, and all of the things women are told they should fear (cough cough, aging, a tummy pouch, acne), when really, they are completely normal things. it is NORMAL to want to feel beautiful. it is OK to work hard on your skincare and appearance. but, once that starts to become your self-worth, that is where we have to draw the line.

today we are going to chat about female friendships, and why it is so darn hard to make them, especially like-minded friendships. in our era of social media and overall digital connections with others, you would think that it should be easier than ever to make friends. I mean…come ON! I constantly see the cutest friendship activities and reels on Instagram, and those amazing photos of smiling girl sleepovers on Pinterest. yeah…not me. I always struggled making good female friendships, and throughout middle school to college, churches, gyms, the corporate world, and everywhere else, I made friends, drifted from friends, and struggled to find someone that has the same interests as me.  I also had to handle the overall DRAMA of female friendships. the backstabbing, the gossip, the lies, and the jealousy.  if you struggle or struggled making friends throughout your teenage or twenties, you are NOT ALONE. I chat all about my past experiences, and give tips along the way for finally finding those amazing female friendships you tend to only see in movies or social media.

today we are going to go through a masterclass on building self-discipline. self-discipline is such a powerful tool that you can harness to get to your dream life faster!  if you want to uphold the promises you made to yourself, work out consistently, eat healthy, network, read, and do anything else…you are going to need self-discipline! it is a lot easier to be disciplined than rely on motivation.  I through 10 easy steps to build your self-discipline. I also have some questions you can ask yourself before making a decision: self-discipline questions before making a decision: 1. Is this choice helping me become the highest version of myself? - Note this is a yes or no question. No excuses. No “but…”, no “kindas” 2. Does this action truly represent my intentions? My priorities? My goals? 3. Am I doing the right thing or the easy thing? 4. Am I merely uncomfortable or doubtful? Am I so mentally weak that my emotions are getting in the way of my goals? 5. What is the outcome of this action if I continue along this path?

today we are going to chat about how to have your “SHHH” girl summer. SHHH is an acronym I created for prioritizing having multiple eras during summer including focusing on your smart girl summer, your hot girl summer, your happy girl summer, and your healthy girl summer.  you can truly HAVE IT ALL this summer, it just comes down to putting in a bit of extra work. I go over my fave tips for getting smarter over the summer, how to get hotter, how to be happier, and some things you can for a healthy summer too! I am so excited to make the most out of this summer and I bet you are too! 

today, we are going to have a girly chat of all the things! my most recent habits and obsessions, body confidence for the summer, the struggle with female friendships, dating, and balancing everything in your life. there are so many things to catch up on, and I want to do it one entire episode. let's see how much I can talk about!

today, we are going to motivate ourselves on getting out of a slump! I feel like around the end of the school year, a lot of us studious girls get into the biggest slump. we struggle to stick to the healthy habits, to being productive, and doing the things that help us become the best versions of ourselves. I am currently struggling with this myself! The post-school burnout is so REAL.  however, you deserve to feel good. you deserve to have rest, but also be able to push yourself and work towards your goals and the dream version of yourself. because of this, I created 10 simple steps to get you feeling like the best version of yourself! so if you want to get out of your slump, whenever you are listening to this, click play on this episode and let's go! 

I go over my top 7 tips on creating a consistent workout habit in this episode! if you have been struggling getting on that workout grind, this is the episode for you. I cover little things like starting small and building a good routine, along with mindset tips to not let self-sabotage get in the way. hope you enjoy this mini episode!

“exercise addiction is not talked about, but it is a very real thing. exercise becomes everything, not just an addition to your life” today, we are going to talk about exercise addiction, and my journey with healing from exercise addiction. exercise addiction is this compulsive relationship with exercise. it is often tied in with a disordered relationship with food, but it does not have to be.  here is how you can see if you are addicted/ have an unhealthy relationship with exercise: you HAVE to wake up early for a workout or stay up late. you can never take a day off, even you are sick, sore, or exhausted.  you get nervous/angry/panicked when you are traveling or plans come up and interfere with your workouts you are married to your smart watch you are more focused on the calories a workout burns rather than how it makes you feel you always walk fast, pace, stand or fidget to specifically burn calories. exercise is not an addition to your life, exercise is your life. you do exercises you hate because it gives you “more results” I go over my journey with exercise addiction and the 5 steps I did to heal, and you can to!  * note I am not a doctor/fitness trainer/psychologist. what I am is a girl that went through the trenches of exercise addiction, did a TON of research, and got out on the other side. if I can do it, so can you.

“being delulu is the selulu” today, we are going to talk about how to live delulu. to me, being delulu is imagining the best case-scenario when it has not happened yet.  we go over steps to living delulu, including stopping negative self-talk, the law of attraction, using positive affirmations, visualization, and embodying the highest version of yourself. along with this episode, I also recap how I used delusion to become a runway model for a day, and how I turn negative thinking around. so, if you want to be a bit more positive and attract amazing experiences and people, definitely listen to this episode!

“no-one is going to come and save you from this. you have to choose for yourself if you want to heal.” today, we are going to chat about a topic that is near to my heart: disordered eating.  I have been everywhere with my relationship with food. from a normal relationship food, to macro/calorie tracking, to an eating disorder, to binge/emotional eating, to now, intuitively and mindfully eating…I am here to say I made it, and you can too.  I occasionally eat chocolate for breakfast, do not avoid bread or sugar if I am craving it, and can (for the most part) understand my hunger and fullness cues. not to mention I lost weight and inflammation…by healing my relationship with food. I know it sounds too good to be true. this episode is for the girls who are struggling with a restrictive eating disorder, emotional/binge eating, or a disordered relationship with food. before you say: “I do not have a disordered relationship with food!” let me ask you a few things. do you think about food a lot do you purposely make/eat small or low-calorie portions lying about “not liking ____  food” when you honestly do… do family/friends comment (out of worry and love) of your food choices being not enough… weird food rules (timing of food, not eating XYZ…) only to binge when you do “break the rules” does food determine your self-worth obsessive macro/calorie tracking (yes, even if it in your head) restrict during the day to overeat at night use food as a coping mechanism not able to feel (or understand) your hunger and fullness cues you are NORMAL. you are NOT BROKEN. I have been in your shoes. and I want to help. whether you are in the depths of an ED, constantly emotionally eating, or wanting to lose weight but those diets are not sustainable, we need to focus on your relationship with food above all else. so this episode is all about understanding the signs of a disordered relationship with food and how to heal. no, it is not going to be easy. but if I did it, so can you!

“to make the most out of one of the shortest seasons of the year, here are all the ways you can prepare and romanticize spring” spring is in the air, which means that this week's episode is going to help you prepare for Spring! I go over some spring habits, and the habits I like to add as the weather gets warmer. hot girl walks anyone? outdoor pilates? reading outside? yes please! I also talk about routines to focus on in the spring. along with having a good morning and evening routine, spring is the perfect time to focus on your workout routine, your skincare routine, and your cleaning routine. I go over my new and improved workout routine, along with things to ensure that you have for your skincare. finally, I give you a spring-bucket-list of all the things you can do. from hosting a girly brunch to making a bouquet, there are so many ways that you can make the most out of spring. to get into the spring spirit, I highly recommend you listen to this episode!

“all of these 100 habits, whether they are self-care, fitness, nutrition, organization, or random have changed my life” today we finally hit the 100 episode mark and to celebrate, I am going to discuss the 100 episodes that absolutely changed my life. some are obvious, like warm lemon water in the morning, and having a journal, but some are more obscure like tongue-scraping, and how I manage to get straight As. because there are so many organizational, self-care, academic, and wellness habits, I split this episode into those categories and also have a 100 habits list google doc to reference (linked down below in the show notes). take what you want, leave what you don't, and let's celebrate 100 weeks on the pod!

“i hate social media” today we are going to chat about my (lana's) progression of social media, the ins and outs of trying to be an influencer, and the issues social media causes for our society and world. social media is everything nowadays. some people have social media as a full time job, other people use social media to escape reality for a little bit. but, there are so many issues with social media that have only gotten worse. I found myself not content, unhappy, and under so much pressure when I was posting on social media. I was trying to grow the pod (this one), while also trying to grow as an “influencer.” social media became addictive, and something I was living for. I was no longer living for myself. I mention why I am quitting trying to be an influencer, and learning how to moderate social media in a healthy way. join me in this difficult but interesting chat (aka rant), as I talk about the pressure of being an influencer, how everything is fake, consumerism, negativity, and more. grab a drink, go on a hot girl walk, and let's chat.

“hot girls have high emotional intelligence” today we are going to talk about emotional intelligence. emotional intelligence is the ability to deal with your emotions, and how to understand both yourself and others in an empathetic way.  it has been proven that people with high emotional intelligence (EI), are more successful, happier, kinder to themselves, motivated, and have better friendships. listen in on this week's episode as we talk all about high emotional intelligence.

“you can love your body and still want to change it.” today we are going to chat about body image and specifically, how to love your body while also wanting to change it. I think women (and anyone really) are so shamed for wanting to change the way they look. it is as if self-improvement instantly makes other people insecure, and they start to hate on the people trying to make a change. loving your body is not just accepting it and not doing anything, it is appreciating your body, but also giving yourself the freedom to change things if it is realistic & coming from a good place. I discuss both mild "body image changes" such as getting a tan, your teeth whitening, or your lashes done, along with more moderate "body image changes" such as weight loss and acne. even with these things "wrong," you can learn to love where you are currently! let's start to love ourselves but also have the freedom to change how we look if we feel like it.

“creating healthy routines will help you reach your goals faster.” today we are going to talk all about creating healthy & productive routines. I focus more on morning and evening routines but the same tips could be used for creating a routine at any time of day! I start off the episode going over some basic advice for creating routines. I talk about first visualizing what you want your routine to look like before slowly implementing it step by step. the important part I stress is SLOW changes over time. we want these routines to stick! trying to make a new routine all at once is not going to work.  what also will not work is beating yourself up as you mess up. building new routines is HARD WORK, but you are putting in the effort and that is what matters. self-compassion will help you reach your goal of having a healthy routine faster, as non-intuitive as that seems. after going over my 8 general tips, I then dive into my current morning and evening routine. as a super busy student, these routines are a lot more realistic than the other "influencers." I want you girls to see a real "wellness princess" that also understands the importance of taking breaks and keeping things real as a girl on the go!  I hope you love listening to this episode as much as I like making it. I cannot wait for you to start creating the best morning & evening routines for yourself. 

“it is time to clean your space and to maintain yourself in preparation for spring” today we are going to get excited for spring. spring is right around the corner and if you are anything like me, you feel all heavy with winter hoarding, clothing that you do not even like cluttering your closet, a messy room and car, and your highlights all grown out. I go over the things I do to maintain and "spring clean" my space on a daily, weekly, and a "spring cleaning" basis. I give some motivation for why you should strive for an organized and clean space. but I believe that we should not just spring clean our spaces, but also ourselves. I go over daily, weekly, and monthly beauty maintenance things I do to feel my best. from getting my nails done to working out and facials, I believe self-care is making sure you do things to yourself that help you feel like the best version of you. let's get into this very motivational episode to help us all get ready for Spring! **note: I apologize for the audio in this episode. I was having microphone issues and it affects some (but a small amount) of the audio. since it was such a good episode I decided to not re-record it. thank you for understanding. 

“do not blame your past self for your negative coping strategies, but understand that you are not a victim. it is your responsibility to dig yourself out.” today we are going to get vulnerable and talk about negative coping strategies. we all have at least a few, and nobody wants to share theirs, so let me share my negative coping strategies: overworking myself, isolating myself, procrastination, emotional eating, and a few more.  I am vulnerable in hopes of making someone feel less alone. anyways, those negative coping strategies were built because past-me had no other resources and that is what she turned to. however, it is my responsibility to make sure that I have positive coping strategies and instead of turning away from the emotions, embrace them and allow myself to feel. as someone who used to eat away her feelings (or not eat at all), as someone who would push her friends and family away constantly, I know what it is like to be stuck in this cycle of negative coping strategies and self-sabotage. (btw, self sabotage and negative coping strategies go hand in hand as both turn you away from your ultimate goal of bettering yourself).  I talk about a few key steps to understanding your negative coping strategies(that will involve a bit of journaling), how to create healthy coping strategies, and ways that you can overcome the all or nothing mentality. I hope you love this episode. like all of my episodes in 2024, it is a bit more vulnerable, but hopefully it helps you understand why you struggle with that habit that you always battle with, and ways that you can overcome it.

“being hot is a mindset” in this episode, I talk about how to get hot. I go over the physical aspects like why it is hot to be fit (rather than just skinny), nutrition, hygiene, makeup and skincare, hair-care, your wardrobe, and more. however, one thing that is stressed throughout the episode is your self-identity in being a hot person. being hot is a mindset. if you convince yourself you are hot, regardless of your starting point, it will be a lot easier to do the workouts, eat healthy, put effort into your outfits, do your nails, ect. if you act like a hot person, that will give you the motivation and drive to do things that hot people like do (aka take care of themselves). “you are not hot, you are just lazy.” it takes effort to be hot. of course, some people are naturally more gifted than others, but it takes effort to do your makeup, put on a nice outfit, take care of your body, etc. it also takes effort to heal your self-worth so you view yourself as a hot person rather than hyper fixating on all of your flaws. so join me in today's episode where I teach you how to not only look hot, but get the mindset of a hot person.

“our society does not want people to love themselves. if you stay unhappy with yourself you are a customer to many industries include the diet, plastic surgery, skincare, and makeup industry.” I get real and vulnerable in this episode where I talk about how I hated myself for many years and how slowly, I am learning to accept and love me again.  I know that many girls (and guys) nowadays dislike everything about themselves. whether it is their body, their face, their skin, their personality, their little habits. it is ok to not like aspects of yourself and want to change, but it can be borderline toxic and obsessive if taken too far. you would be trying to change yourself out of a state of self-hatred rather than self-love. so join me in today's episode where I teach you how to stop being so hard on yourself and how to fall back in love with you!

“productivity is not about how hard or for how long you work, it is about how efficiently you work.” are you tired of procrastinating? are you tired of one homework assignment taking hours even though your friend could finish it within an hour AND get a higher grade than you? being productive is not the same thing as being busy. busy people are doing everything and nothing at the same time. productive people use a system to focus on the right tasks at the right time, and even have free time left over! so if you have ever wondered how the social media influencers (including me lol) could go to school, work, and do social media content, or how the most productive people work at school and work, I spill all of my secrets (as an imperfect productivity girl who also likes her friends, sleep, and self care)!

“trauma is not just a mental thing, it affects your entire physical body” today, I am getting real and honest to talk about trauma. I think we all know there are some things, some past versions of ourselves, some old habits, some old identities, and some memories that are keeping us from becoming the highest versions of ourselves.  I talk about how the identity of the girl with an eating disorder limited me from fully healing my relationship with food, or how the identity of the girl with anxiety would hurt my performance on exams. these versions of me did not represent me, but they were forever in the shadows. those things were traumas, they were identities that I used to identify with, and still found myself identifying with. the problem is that I grew, and those identities and traumas no longer served me. so through trial error and 7 simple steps, I let my trauma go and so can you! sit back and enjoy! this episode is deep but transformative.

“I do not care how hot someone is, you need to have standards for yourself of what you will and will not accept from a guy.” today, I am finally going to talk all about the topic I have avoided for two years on the podcast. I have had DM's, comments, emails, and questions from countless of you girls to make an episode on relationship. since I never dated, I found that I was not someone to talk. well, now I am ready to talk. so while I have not dated cause ~standards~, I have a ton of information regarding guys. from what guys like (sponsored by the guys in my life), red-flags, to how to get their attention, and more, I spill it all, with a few stories for extra spice. sit back and enjoy, this episode is a lengthy and juicy one :)

“habits are the building blocks of your future” with new years resolutions and working on becoming the best version of yourself, it is important to work on changing not yourself, but your habits.  good habits can build us up to consistently working out, eating healthy, dealing with stress positively, reading, studying, and working. bad habits can lead to gaining weight, feeling like a failure, wasting time, bad finances, ect. if you work on changing your habits, you will get closer to becoming the best version of yourself. listen to today's episode as we talk all about how to create healthy habits and break bad ones!