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The inward journey towards self-discovery can be a lonely and scary process for those beginning to question themselves. Childhood friends, Lucy and Kim, hope to alleviate this fear and unease through sharing personal anecdotes on introspection, career, love, and the Asian American experience. Transmitting their inner worlds outward, these 20-something women seek to translate their thoughts into something tangible, speaking authentically and openly to form connections with other self-searching voyagers Instagram: https://rb.gy/wrv3pk Youtube: https://rb.gy/o5a7uh TikTok: https://rb.gy/wzrrsb

Lucid in Translation


    • Dec 31, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 46m AVG DURATION
    • 54 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Lucid in Translation

    54. Why Do We Normalize This? Hustle Culture, Loneliness, Emotionally Repressed Men (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2022 41:44


    In part 2 of questioning why we normalize certain things, Kim and Trisha explore the concept of laziness, how American culture promotes loneliness, the repercussions of being the "chill girl," and damaging expectations for emotionally repressed men. Connect with us: Instagram and TikTok: @lucidintranslation For serious inquiries: E-mail: lucidintranslation@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    53. Year-End Reflections: Redefining Self-Love, Friendships, and Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2022 35:35


    As the year comes to a close, Kim and Trisha are looking back at all the changes they've encountered and embodied over the last 12 months. They reevaluate different relationships — ones with themselves, their friends, and romantic connections. Connect with us: Instagram: @lucidintranslation For serious inquiries: lucidintranslation@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    52. Why Do We Normalize This? Greek Life, Oversharing Online, Marriage & Monogamy (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2022 45:06


    There are a ton of things we've been conditioned to follow in this lifetime, and in this episode, Trisha and Kim break down why we need to normalize certain things. They question the "norm," and discuss traditional views surrounding relationships, Greek organizations, and social media usage. Instagram: @lucidintranslation For serious inquiries: lucidintranslation@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    51. Wine Night Reflections: "Post-Pandemic" Updates & Quarterly Life Lessons

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2022 72:49


    Catch up with Kim and Trisha as they candidly express their feelings on the "post-pandemic" world and the lessons they've learned so far this year. For serious inquiries: lucidintranslation@gmail.com Instagram: @lucidintranslation --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    50. Why Do We Struggle? Dissecting the Path of Least Resistance Through Human Design

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2022 38:53


    The noble truths in Buddhism state that suffering is inevitable. However, utilizing modalities of self-discovery such as Human Design can allow one to live a life with less resistance. In this episode, we discuss our Human Design types and the ways we apply personal practices to alleviate daily stressors. Discover your Human Design type here: https://www.jovianarchive.com/Get_Your_Chart For serious inquiries: lucidintranslation@gmail.com Instagram: @lucidintranslation --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    49. Is Feminism Breaking Down the Nuclear Family?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2022 39:55


    Has the shift in gender roles disrupted the traditional idea of a nuclear family? In this episode, we discuss how masculine and feminine energies affect relationship dynamics, the differences between feminism and women's empowerment, and how biology plays a part in how we perform in society. Instagram: @lucidintranslation For serious inquiries: lucidintranslation@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    48. Navigating Male-Dominated Spaces, Overcoming Jealousy, and How To Effectively Support & Empower Women

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2022 46:28


    Often times we'd hear "behind every great man, there's a great woman." In this episode, we reveal effective ways men have flipped the script and uplifted us in the workplace and in life. We also break down assumptions of women being in constant competition with one another, discussing where jealousy stems from and what we can do to alleviate societal constrictions. Instagram: @lucidintranslation For serious inquiries: lucidintranslation@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    47. Qualities of Inspirational Women - Celebrating Historical & Contemporary Women Who Inspire Us

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2022 43:32


    What does it mean to be a woman? To celebrate Women's History Month, we discuss historical and contemporary women who inspire us and dissect the qualities we admire in our role models. Instagram: @lucidintranslation For serious inquiries: lucidintranslation@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    46. The Great Social Media Debate: Do Social Media Apps Cause More Harm Than Good?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2022 64:06


    Does social media help create genuine human connections or does it solely distract us from present issues in the real world? In this episode, we bring on a guest to discuss the effects of "instant thumbification" - the gratification we receive from scrolling through our phones. Instagram: @lucidintranslation For serious inquiries: lucidintranslation@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    45. What We Should've Said - The Conflict-Averse Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2022 51:56


    Too many times we've left conversations and arguments wishing we had said something else. In this episode, we go through scenarios that we've dealt with in the past and discuss better methods of dealing with conflict. Get 10% off your entire order with our special discount here: https://shop.analuisa.com/lucid For serious inquiries: lucidintranslation@gmail.com Connect with us on Instagram: @lucidintranslation --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    44. The Modern-Day Renaissance Woman: Generalists vs. Specialists

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2022 37:24


    Is being a "jack of all trades, master of none" a bad thing? What's it like being a modern-day Renaissance man/woman? Kim and Trisha discuss the pros and cons of being generalists in a society that promotes specializing. For serious inquiries: lucidintranslation@gmail.com Instagram: @lucidintranslation --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    43. Reinventing Yourself in Adulthood - Finding Friends, Moving Out, & Starting Anew

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2022 55:11


    We welcome a beloved guest in this episode to discuss new life transitions such as the process of making friends as an adult, dating in your late 20s, and the idea of settling down. Shop Ana Luisa's Valentine's Day sale with our special discount here: https://shop.analuisa.com/lucid For serious inquiries: lucidintranslation@gmail.com Connect with us on Instagram: @lucidintranslation --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    42. Breaking the Bro Code: How To Pick Up Men ft. Himang

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2022 37:13


    In part two of explaining the art of seduction, Kim and Trisha invite their first male guest to discuss tactics on how to pick up men. They go over the best methods to approach a man, healthy ways of initiating and maintaining interest, and Himang reveals some top-secret "bro codes." For serious inquiries: lucidintranslation@gmail.com Connect with us on Instagram: @lucidintranslation --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    41. The Art of Seduction: Reviewing Pick-Up Artist Tactics and Dating Coach Advice on How To Get Women

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2022 49:14


    Kim and Trisha go through popular articles on how to pick up women and break down manipulative tactics in the art of seduction. Shop our special link to get discounts for the trendiest jewelry pieces: https://shop.analuisa.com/lucid For serious inquiries: lucidintranslation@gmail.com Connect with us on Instagram: @lucidintranslation --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    40. Announcement & Finding a Career Path with O*Net Interest Profiler

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2022 32:00


    Kim announces changes to the podcast for 2022. Resources to discover the right career path are discussed. E-mail: lucidintranslation@gmail.com Instagram: @lucidintranslation --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    39. Is Age Really Just a Number? Baby Will Smith, Taylor Swift's "All Too Well," & A Lesson on Seduction ft. Trisha

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2021 78:47


    Kim and Trisha wind down with some wine and discuss age gaps in relationships, Taylor Swift's re-recording of her Red album, alter-egos, proper manifestation techniques, and more. Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation E-mail: lucidintranslation@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    38. Modalities of Self-Discovery: Human Design, Gene Keys, Soul Contracts & the Akashic Records ft. Trisha

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2021 53:18


    Who are you? There are numerous systems and practices one can utilize to gain a better understanding of oneself. In this episode, Kim and Trisha discuss the various methods they've encountered while going through their individual healing journeys to achieve greater inner insight. Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation Kim's YouTube: @kphids E-mail: lucidintranslation@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    37. Ghost Stories, Alien Encounters, and Fending Off Japanese Demons ft. Lily & Flora

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2021 83:09


    Everyone has a ghost story or knows of someone who has experienced paranormal activity. In preparation for October, Lily and Flora join Kim to talk about their chilling experiences with sleep paralysis and all things spooky. E-mail: lucidintranslation@gmail.com Instagram: @lucidintranslation --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    36. We're Not Really Strangers - Dig Deeper With Kim & Trisha

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 55:54


    Kim and Trisha play a purpose-driven card game, We're Not Really Strangers, to deepen their friendship. E-mail: lucidintranslation@gmail.com Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    35: Fear, Intrusive Thoughts, Intellectualizing Emotions, & Defense Mechanisms ft. Trisha

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2021 46:31


    Trisha joins the Lucid In Translation team again to discuss how we cope and respond to our fears and anxieties. We talk about what we fear the most and the type of defense mechanisms we enable throughout our lives. Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation E-mail: lucidintranslation@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    34: Asian vs. American Beauty Standards ft. Flora

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2021 53:02


    What is Asian-fishing and is it yellowface? Is the Korean idol image realistic? How has the culture of shame affected our self-perception? Kim and Flora answer these questions in their exploration of how different standards of beauty have impacted their self-esteem and self-image as two Asian-American women. Flora's Instagram: @diseased.bear Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation E-mail: lucidintranslation@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    33: The Divine Feminine & Masculine, Sacred Sexuality, and Reparenting Your Inner Child ft. Trisha

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2021 37:54


    Can women and men be just friends? Why do relationships fail? Do we choose to suffer? In this episode, Trisha and Kim have an open and honest discussion on topics ranging from leaving the 9-to-5 to the dynamics of human relationships. Connect with us through Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation Comments, questions, concerns, business inquiries: lucidintranslation@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    32: Mid-Year Crisis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2021 47:17


    Kim recounts the highs and lows of her trip to Maui, including a panic attack in the middle of the Pacific and the potential of running a goat farm. Lucy opens up about her new rooming situation, life in Boston, and her stressful program. We contemplate what the meaning of life is while the Gulf of Mexico is in flames. Follow us on Instagram & YouTube @lucidintranslation! Contact us through DM on Instagram or lucidintranslation@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    31: Popular Philosophical Questions Part II ft. Flora

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2021 56:59


    Flora joins us again this week in a Part II of answering more philosophical questions. Would the world be a better or worse place if everyone looked the same? If humanity was put on trial by an advanced race of aliens, how would you defend humanity and argue for its continued existence? Any more more questions… Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    30: Popular Philosophical Issues Part I ft. Flora

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2021 38:13


    *For some reason, Garageband decided to lose most of Lucy's audio so she tried her best rerecording her voice and inserting it into the gaps* Lucid in Translation finally has their first guest! One of our high school classmates, Flora, joined us in answering a few popular philosophical questions. What is death? If you could press a button and receive a million dollars, but one stranger would die, would you press the button? And many more questions…. Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    29. Ask Kim Anything!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2021 32:46


    In this week's episode, we wanted to direct most of our attention to one of Lucid in Translation's hosts, Kim! These questions are supposed to be fun and lighthearted to hopefully allow our audience to get to know Kim a bit more. Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    28. Redefining Success

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2021 29:35


    Success doesn't always have to revolve around grand ideas or goals - it can start off as small as a daily task. This week we're attempting to redefine success and figure out how it can guide us in our self-improvement journey. Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    27: Under Pressure

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2021 37:47


    One thing that is difficult to escape - societal pressures. From friends to parents and even yourself, it's hard to avoid placing these expectations. What pressures do you face and how can you escape them? Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    26: Navigating Transitional Phases of Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2021 39:02


    It's good to be back! In this week's episode, we take some time out for our listeners to catch up on our recent life changes. Hope you all enjoy a fun little episode with us! Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    25: Dissecting our Asian Identity

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2021 47:18


    With the recent events surrounding Anti-Asian hate, we wanted to discuss our different opinions towards these topics. Growing up as both Asian-American in the same environment, ironically, we each experienced varying experiences with our identity. We wanted to create a space safe where we can voice our thoughts openly. Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    24: Characteristics of Highly Admired People

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 35:34


    Lucy and Kim wanted to keep up a positive attitude and discuss what makes other people admirable, the traits we want to acquire, and what we admire about each other. Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    23: Understanding Personalities - MBTI, Enneagram, Which Character Are you

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2021 49:53


    The Myers Briggs and Enneagram test are popular conversational topics and both of us finally retake the tests to talk about our results and see how it's changed from previous attempts. Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    22: Lucid Dreaming

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 31:37


    Lucid Dreaming - dreaming and being aware that you are dreaming. Some are able to manipulate their dreams by changing the environment, people or objects. In a 2017 study, 51% of individuals experienced lucid dreaming at least once in their lifetime. In this episode, we provide anecdotes of our personal experiences with lucid dreaming and tips for those who have not experienced this yet. Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube/TikTok: @lucidintranslation

    21: The Perks of Being

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2021 31:43


    In neurosurgeon Paul Kalanithi’s personal memoir of battling lung cancer, he asks the simple question ‘what makes life meaningful enough to go on living?’ Throughout the beginning of time, we’re engrained with this habit of survival. We go for things that help us survive in this world that fulfill basic needs such as food and shelter. And to gain that, you need money - that’s the basics of survival. You need these basic things to live but what do you need to keep living? Kim and I try to tackle this question based on what we cherish and value in this game of life. Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube/TikTok: @lucidintranslation

    20: The Subtle Art of Personal Connections

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2021 44:17


    According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, humans have a psychological need to feel a sense of belonging. Focusing mostly on platonic relationships, we talk about why connections are important to us, how to create these connections and what vibes attract us. Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube/TikTok: @lucidintranslation

    19: Bridgerton's softcore porn, Lucy gets hit on by a patient, Kim's aunt live streams a funeral

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2021 41:05


    We're taking it easy this week and catching each other up on the crazy and mundane events in our lives! Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    18: New Year Revelations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2021 43:47


    What did we learn about ourselves in 2020? In this episode, we review our 2020 revelations and how that will continue to influence us through this new year. Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube/TikTok: @lucidintranslation

    17: Astrology 101 | Breaking Down the Big 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2021 43:40


    This week, Kim takes her deep interests with astrology and gives Lucy her own personal reading. She tackles different life facets such as her life purpose, career aspirations and love prospects. If you’re interested in reading about your own astrology, we provide different resources and apps you can try! Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    16: Naked and Afraid with Bernie Sanders, witch encounters, and mortality

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2021 43:10


    Lucy and Kim are back to start off the New Year with a fun episode filled with random questions and ‘would you rather’. Also, don’t forget to check out a new video we filmed on our Youtube channel where we discuss our 2020 favorites! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4dqjEIvb-ZI Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    15: Overcoming Overthinking

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2020 44:45


    Overthinking- a form of obsessive thinking that can lead to emotional distress. You have moments of “what-ifs” where your mind starts pondering different possibilities. This type of action can prevent us from succeeding but can it also be beneficial? Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    14: The College Experience: Greek Life, Academic Regrets, Life Advice

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2020 62:16


    College was the time where we started molding ourselves as individuals. From the people we meet to the decisions we make, all these events have led us to where we are now. In this episode we talk about our year to year experiences, any regrets we had and the advice we would give to our younger selves. Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    13: Tapping Out of Self-Doubt

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2020 50:37


    We're all plagued with self-doubt at some point in our lives. Somehow we lose confidence in ourselves, seek constant reassurance from others or just feel we aren't good enough. In this episode, we talk about the roots and mechanisms behind self-doubt and solutions to alleviate that inner demon. Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    12: Religion vs Spirituality

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2020 45:19


    Do you believe you have a purpose in this life? Have you ever questioned your own belief system? In this episode we discuss the differences between religion and spirituality and our own personal journeys. Bringing our experiences to the table, we hope listeners are able to question their own beliefs as well. Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    11: It is what it is

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2020 40:09


    Hard truths - truths that cause discomfort and are difficult to accept. Both of us share some hard truths that we have come across that have helped shape us into who we are. We discuss the power of change, judgment, self-love and other topics. Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    10: Positivity Pep Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2020 43:44


    Both of us were going through a rut and decided to dedicate this episode discussing what affects our positivity. What started off as an informative conversation, suddenly turned into a therapy session for Lucy. I hope this episode will be entertaining for you listeners out there! Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    9: The Friendship World of Red Flags

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2020 46:59


    In episode 5, we discussed the Dating World of Red Flags. This week we will be focusing on the inevitable friendships we have encountered that changed our perspective on what a healthy human relationship should be. Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    8: I'm Going Through Changes

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2020 42:04


    Change is inevitable. In this episode, we discuss what sort of life changes we have experienced and what we could expect down the road. Referencing podcaster Jay Shetty and his views on this topic, we attempt to apply these principles to our lives. Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    7: The Future of Our Podcast and Personal Lives

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2020 46:14


    Why did we start this podcast? What are our future goals? Kim dives into her thought processes before becoming a content creator and Lucy attempts to figure out how to incorporate these new projects into her life. Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    6: Maplestory, Korra and Other Obsessions

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2020 36:03


    This week we decided to talk about our past and current obsessions such as video games or shows. Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    5: The Dating World of Red Flags

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2020 39:54


    The dating world is filled with nuances that not everyone can decipher. In this episode, we share our experiences with both long-term and short-term relationships and what dating is like nowadays. This is only a snippet of our experiences and there will be more to come! Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

    4: (TW) Suicide, Self-love & Boredom

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2020 43:38


    In this episode, we talk about various topics that we have come across recently that have sparked our interest. Do you love yourself? What is boredom? How does society view suicide? Trigger Warning: Mention of suicide Follow Us On Instagram/YouTube: @lucidintranslation

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