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Chinae Alexander, an entrepreneur and lifestyle personality, wants to hear about your problems. On Press Send, she’s fielding your questions and bringing her trademark honesty to the issues, big and small, that we all actually care about. Join Chinae and a unique guest each week as they dish out adv…

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    A Merry Christmas? And A Podcast Update For All!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2022 25:10


    On this episode Chinae reflects on 2022 and discusses some exciting things planned for the podcast in 2023!!   Let's Be Friends on the Internet:  Instagram: @chinaealexander TikTok: @chinaealexander Blog: chinaealexander.com/blog LTK Shop: @chinaealexander   Produced by Jeremy Balon

    What a Difference a Year Can Make with Chinae Alexander

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2022 23:11


    On this episode of Press Send, I'm reflecting on how much can change in a year's time. Join me on this personal episode as I ruminate on losing parts of myself in my last relationship, reveling in other people's joy, acknowledging that our past doesn't define our future, and the idea that you're not asking for too much, however, you might be asking the wrong person.   Let's Be Friends on the Internet:  Instagram: @chinaealexander TikTok: @chinaealexander Blog: chinaealexander.com/blog LTK Shop: @chinaealexander   Produced by Jeremy Balon

    YOUR VOTE HAS VALUE: An Election Day Special with Emily Amick

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2022 30:26


    Tomorrow is Election Day! So, what is this special episode of Press Send about? You guessed it...Election Day. Joining me today is Emily Amick aka @emilyinyourphone! Listen along as we chat about all things midterm elections, making politics palatable, and the value of your vote. And remember to get out there and VOTE!   Let's Be Friends on the Internet:  Instagram: @chinaealexander TikTok: @chinaealexander Blog: chinaealexander.com/blog LTK Shop: @chinaealexander   Produced by Jeremy Balon

    Why Don't I Let Anyone Take Care of Me? with Chinae Alexander

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2022 41:48


    Listener Shiloh is calling in on today's episode and asking for advice! We're chatting about navigating friendships after moving to a new place, leaning into your youth, making space for fun, the importance of asking for help and support despite being “independent”, and remembering that you are not responsible for the happiness of others.   Let's Be Friends on the Internet:  Instagram: @chinaealexander TikTok: @chinaealexander Blog: chinaealexander.com/blog LTK Shop: @chinaealexander   Produced by Jeremy Balon

    I'm Taking a Break From Therapy, and Here's Why with Chinae Alexander

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2022 38:32


    Welcome to another solo episode of Press Send! Today I'm doing something a little different…first, I'm giving you guys a life update and then I'm catching you guys up on all of the film and television, music, and pop culture I've been invested in lately. I'm talking about taking a break from therapy, my new relationship, my thoughts on the new Taylor Swift album, The Handmaid's Tale, and more.    Let's Be Friends on the Internet:  Instagram: @chinaealexander TikTok: @chinaealexander Blog: chinaealexander.com/blog LTK Shop: @chinaealexander   Produced by Jeremy Balon

    What I Wish I'd Known Before Starting My Career feat. Chinae Alexander

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 35:19


    Calling in this week all the way from Buenos Aires, Argentina is listener Natalia! She's asking for advice on launching a new branch of her business. We're discussing all things career, creating original content in an increasingly unoriginal world, building off of your success, accepting that your goals can evolve, and the overall lack of control over failure.   Let's Be Friends on the Internet:  Instagram: @chinaealexander TikTok: @chinaealexander Blog: chinaealexander.com/blog LTK Shop: @chinaealexander   Produced by Jeremy Balon

    Confidence Is a Muscle with Chinae Alexander

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2022 27:24


    This week on Press Send, listener Kaelen is calling in and asking for advice on body confidence leading up to her wedding day. Join us as we talk about the line between accepting your body and wanting to change your body, how your mind and body are connected, the idea that confidence is a muscle, body anxiety versus body insecurity, and writing vows to yourself.  Go to athleticgreens.com/presssend to get a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Got to thrivemarket.com/presssend to get a free $60 gift.   Let's Be Friends on the Internet:  Instagram: @chinaealexander TikTok: @chinaealexander Blog: chinaealexander.com/blog LTK Shop: @chinaealexander   Produced by Jeremy Balon

    Ho Do I Trust Myself Again? with Chinae Alexander

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022 30:27


    On this episode of Press Send, I'm sitting down with lovely listener Lauren as she calls in asking for advice! We're talking about letting go of toxicity, the shame we experience when we feel like we've failed, learning how to trust yourself again, and gaining more life perspective through resiliency.   Let's Be Friends on the Internet:  Instagram: @chinaealexander TikTok: @chinaealexander Blog: chinaealexander.com/blog LTK Shop: @chinaealexander   Produced by Jeremy Balon

    How to Find Security in Yourself with Chinae Alexander

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2022 34:08


    Today I have beautiful listener, Sarah, joining me all the way from London! Listen along as we dive into how to find security in yourself, navigating life after ending a toxic relationship, and the fear of what comes next.   Let's Be Friends on the Internet:  Instagram: @chinaealexander TikTok: @chinaealexander Blog: chinaealexander.com/blog LTK Shop: @chinaealexander   Produced by Jeremy Balon

    Overcoming Financial Trauma with Chinae Alexander

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 32:06


    Joining me this week is dear listener Jill! We're covering all things finances — specifically how to overcome financial trauma, setting up special funds within your checking and savings accounts, financial dependence verses financial independence, and asking for help.    Let's Be Friends on the Internet:  Instagram: @chinaealexander TikTok: @chinaealexander Blog: chinaealexander.com/blog LTK Shop: @chinaealexander   Produced by Jeremy Balon

    What If I F*ck It Up? with Chinae Alexander

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2022 28:26


    Listener Katelyn is calling in on today's episode of Press Send! She's asking for advice on navigating change. Tune in as we chat about feeling guilty for experiencing negative emotions when things are "good" in your life, whether or not anxiety and gratitude can coexist, and celebrating your wins, big and small.    Let's Be Friends on the Internet:  Instagram: @chinaealexander TikTok: @chinaealexander Blog: chinaealexander.com/blog LTK Shop: @chinaealexander   Produced by Jeremy Balon

    How to Build a Deeper Community in a New Place

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 24:50


    Calling in and asking for advice today is L.A. listener Kelsey! Join us as we talk about building community in a new place, how to be more intentional when it comes to fostering deeper friendships, and whether or not straight men and women can be close friends.    Let's Be Friends on the Internet:  Instagram: @chinaealexander TikTok: @chinaealexander Blog: chinaealexander.com/blog LTK Shop: @chinaealexander   Produced by Jeremy Balon

    Micro-Dosing Grief and Getting Support feat. Chinae Alexander

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2022 31:34


    Today I'm offering up some advice to a wonderful listener, Beth. We're getting candid about navigating grief, feeling guilty about experiencing anger during a time of sadness, and how to ask for support.    Let's Be Friends on the Internet:  Instagram: @chinaealexander TikTok: @chinaealexander Blog: chinaealexander.com/blog LTK Shop: @chinaealexander   Produced by Jeremy Balon

    How to Overcome External Judgement with Chinae Alexander

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2022 26:40


    On today's episode, listener Brittany is calling in and asking for advice! Tune in as we discuss how to overcome external judgement, the idea that everyone measures success differently, and reshaping what security means to you.   Let's Be Friends on the Internet:  Instagram: @chinaealexander TikTok: @chinaealexander Blog: chinaealexander.com/blog LTK Shop: @chinaealexander   Produced by Jeremy Balon

    I Love You Anyway

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 36:10


    This week on Press Send, listener Marie is calling in and asking for advice! We're covering everything from mental health to body image to relationships and how all of these topics coincide.    Let's Be Friends on the Internet:  Instagram: @chinaealexander TikTok: @chinaealexander Blog: chinaealexander.com/blog LTK Shop: @chinaealexander   Produced by Jeremy Balon

    I'm Almost 30, and My Life Isn't Where I Thought It Would Be

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2022 24:42


    I'm dishing out some advice to listener Madi Scruggs on this episode of Press Send! Join us as we chat about the longing for success and stability, shifting your perspective when your life isn't where you thought it would be, and celebrating yourself and your milestones (big and small).   Let's Be Friends on the Internet:  Instagram: @chinaealexander TikTok: @chinaealexander Blog: chinaealexander.com/blog LTK Shop: @chinaealexander   Produced by Jeremy Balon

    How Do I Walk Away From Friendships That No Longer Suit Me? with Chinae Alexander

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2022 30:02


    On this episode of Press Send, I'm joined by listener Ruth Ngwana who is calling in and asking for friendship advice! We're talking about what to do when you've outgrown your friends, doing the work of closure verses repair, and the idea that everything is seasonal.   Let's Be Friends on the Internet:  Instagram: @chinaealexander TikTok: @chinaealexander Blog: chinaealexander.com/blog LTK Shop: @chinaealexander   Produced by Jeremy Balon

    The Power That Pussy Holds: Dating in Your 20s vs. Dating in Your 30s, Part 2 feat. Summer Bockart

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 38:56


    My assistant Summer is back for another round of “Dating in Your 20s vs. Dating in Your 30s”! On this episode, we're discussing the most perplexing things about dating, the phenomenon that is ghosting, our personal approaches to dating, navigating the exclusivity conversation, and our own funniest date stories.   Let's Be Friends on the Internet:  Instagram: @chinaealexander TikTok: @chinaealexander Blog: chinaealexander.com/blog LTK Shop: @chinaealexander   Produced by Jeremy Balon

    Dating in Your 20s vs. Dating in Your 30s feat. Summer Bockart

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 41:02


    My guest today is quite the Press Send buff…she *is* paid to listen to it every week after all. Joining me today is my wonderful assistant and friend, Summer Bockart! On this episode, we're chatting all about dating in your 20s vs. dating in your 30s. We're covering everything from niche dating apps to our dating pet peeves to our different dating approaches. And if that's not enough for ya, part two will be out next week!   Let's Be Friends on the Internet:  Instagram: @chinaealexander TikTok: @chinaealexander Blog: chinaealexander.com/blog LTK Shop: @chinaealexander   Produced by Jeremy Balon

    Mailbag Q+A: Can I Fall in Love When I Hate My Body? and More with Chinae Alexander

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2022 31:38


    And we're BACK! After a little hiatus, Press Send is back with its first solo episode of the season featuring yours truly.

    How Can I Express My Non-Negotiables? with Chinae Alexander

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2022 22:47


    I'm closing out this season with one final solo episode! Tune in as I offer up some advice on a topic I've com across a lot lately: vocalizing non-negotiables early on in dating. I'm talking all about the different kinds of non-negotiables, whether or not red flags are *actually* red flags, and the importance of taking self-inventory. See y'all back here in a few weeks! Happy Summer! Best Fiends is a mobile puzzle game that anyone can download and play. Whether you have a few minutes or a few hours, Best Fiends is the perfect puzzle game to lose yourself in because you're having so much fun! Download Best Fiends FREE today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. That's FRIENDS without the R–Best Fiends! Produced by Dear Media

    Can Taking a Break in a Relationship Be Helpful? with Pia Baroncini

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2022 43:01


    On today's episode, I'm sitting down with mother, creative director of LPA, cofounder of Baroncini Import and Co., and podcast host of Everything is the Best, Pia Baroncini. Tune in as we dish out advice on body image, relationships, parenting, and more.   Produced by Dear Media

    Things Didn't Work Out How I Wanted Them To, and I'm Grateful

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2022 26:59


    This week on Press Send, I'm offering up some advice to listener Molly Tobin! Tune in as we chat about shifting your perspective when things don't work out how you want them to, the challenges that come with obsessing over the “what-ifs”, and the importance of resting in stillness.  Best Fiends is a mobile puzzle game that anyone can download and play. Whether you have a few minutes or a few hours, Best Fiends is the perfect puzzle game to lose yourself in because you're having so much fun! Download Best Fiends FREE today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. That's FRIENDS without the R–Best Fiends! Produced by Dear Media

    The Power of Women with Stephanie Wittels Wachs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 49:41


    Today I am joined by returning guest, Stephanie Wittels Wachs! Listen along as we get candid about the Roe v. Wade news, dealing with the state of the world right now, and navigating crippling grief.   Produced by Dear Media

    The Wisdom of 35 with Chinae Alexander

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 25:16


    On this episode of Press Send, listener Aisha Saber is calling in and asking for advice! Join us as we chat about navigating feeling stuck, re-evaluating what you want for your life, some bad date stories, and being forgiving with yourself.     Produced by Dear Media

    Let's Talk About “Love Jail” with Chinae Alexander

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2022 29:41


    Join me today for another solo episode as I answer some advice questions sent in by community members on IG! I'm covering everything from ghosting to “love jail” to debt.  Produced by Dear Media

    “What Are We?”: How to Approach the Inevitable Dating Conversation with Jason Tartick

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2022 42:13


    We're bringing a little bit of male perspective to Press Send today! Rare, we know. I'm sitting down with host of the Trading Secrets podcast, author of The Restart Roadmap, and reality television star, Jason Tartick. Join Jason and I as we talk about feeling complacent in your career, approaching the “What are we?” conversation with someone you're dating, and how to achieve financial independence.    Produced by Dear Media

    How Small, Brave Choices Can Lead to Big Mental Change

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2022 24:38


    Today I'm throwing it back to the old school Press Send days and answering a listener question sent in via email! Tune is as I dish out advice on dealing with insecurities in your appearance, making small choices that lead to big change, and letting someone step into your vulnerability. Also, you may have noticed that we launched all new Press Send branding today! We hope you love it!  Best Fiends is a mobile puzzle game that anyone can download and play. Whether you have a few minutes or a few hours, Best Fiends is the perfect puzzle game to lose yourself in because you're having so much fun! Download Best Fiends FREE today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. That's FRIENDS without the R–Best Fiends! Produced by Dear Media

    How I Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2022 27:27


    On today's episode of Press Send, listener Sasa Tusek is calling in and asking for advice! We're chatting all about setting boundaries in the workplace, the guilt associated with setting boundaries, and how to avoid burnout. Produced by Dear Media

    Chinae Takes Your Questions on Building Confidence, Casual Dating, and Dealing with Religious Parents

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 27:59


    Today I'm here solo answering all of your burning questions! I'm dishing out advice on building confidence, dealing with imposter syndrome, whether or not casual dating is for you, and how to separate people you love from their core beliefs.    Produced by Dear Media

    Embracing Your Feminine Energy with Chinae Alexander

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2022 29:00


    Feminine energy and masculine energy are anything but gendered. On this episode, I'm diving into the differences between feminine and masculine energy, receiving energy versus pursing energy, and, of course, how to harness your feminine energy.   Good reads: Pussy: A Reclamation by Regena Thomashauer Women Who Run with the Wolves: Myths and Stories of the Wild Woman Archetype by Clarissa Pinkola Estés Best Fiends: Best Fiends is a mobile puzzle game that anyone can download and play. Whether you have a few minutes or a few hours, Best Fiends is the perfect puzzle game to lose yourself in because you're having so much fun! Download Best Fiends FREE today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. That's FRIENDS without the R–Best Fiends! Produced by Dear Media

    Stop Managing Your Man: Sharing Chores in Your Household

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2022 43:07


    On this episode of Press Send, listener Hayley Chase is calling in and asking for advice! We're chatting all about how to prepare before moving in with your partner, reversing traditional gender roles in a heterosexual relationship, and how to combat weaponized incompetence.  NYT piece on weaponized incompetence Produced by Dear Media

    Designing Your Life with Chinae Alexander

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2022 33:43


    This week on Press Send, I'm offering up some advice to listener Shalia Gutierrez! Tune in as we talk about how to have deeper conversations with your friends, navigating relationships that are no longer fulfilling you, how to build the life you want, and the idea that purpose can be extracted from everything.   Produced by Dear Media

    Introducing: Bone, Marry, Bury

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2022 3:03


    2021 was the worst year of Allie's life: she was fired from her stupid waitressing job, dumped by a guy she was pity-f*cking, and evicted from her apartment. This is NOT how she thought life would look at 26. On New Year's Eve, Allie heads to a party where she plans to get plastered and leave this mess of a year behind. 2022 is going to be her year, she can just feel it! Spoiler: it's definitely not going to be her year. But this party is still important: Gabe — Allie's best friend and our narrator — tells us that by the end of the month she will f*ck, marry, and kill three different people… and they're all at this party. Starring Sarah Hyland and Harvey Guillén, “Bone Marry Bury” is the raunchy reverse whodunnit you didn't know you needed, premiering on 2/22/22. Ready to play?   Produced by Dear Media

    How Do I Introduce Meditation into My Daily Routine? with Parvati Shallow

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2022 42:27


    “DROP YOUR BUFFS!” Four-time Survivor player and one-time Survivor winner, Parvati Shallow, is joining me on today's episode of Press Send! We're diving into Parvati's experiences on Survivor, what has surprised Parvati most about motherhood, creating boundaries with social media, the hypothetical disappearance of Twitter, and tips on how to introduce meditation into your daily routine.  Best Fiends: Best Fiends is a mobile puzzle game that anyone can download and play. Whether you have a few minutes or a few hours, Best Fiends is the perfect puzzle game to lose yourself in because you're having so much fun! Download Best Fiends FREE today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. That's FRIENDS without the R–Best Fiends!   Produced by Dear Media

    Am I Worth the Raise I'm Asking For? with Topsie VandenBosch

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2022 30:53


    Today I'm sitting down with mindset and emotional intelligence coach, Topsie VandenBosch! We're talking about the “entrepreneur starter pack”, asking for raises, emotional intelligence within the workforce, and shame surrounding wanting to make more money. You can also check out Topsie's Crush the Mindset Spiral podcast here! Produced by Dear Media

    How Can I Be More Intentional with My Time? with Chinae Alexander

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2022 43:40


    On this episode of Press Send, I'm giving some advice to listeners Sophie Sherman and Haruka Taji! Listen along as we chat about celebrating big and small milestones in your life, making friends when you don't feel like going out, being more intentional with your time, and taking space for yourself without feeling guilty.   Produced by Dear Media

    How to Improve Your Dating Profile with Matchmaker Maria

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2022 54:35


    Wondering how you can improve your dating profile? Matchmaker Maria is here to help! On today's episode of Press Send, join me and professional matchmaker, Maria Avgitidis Pyrgiotakis, as we discuss healthy expectations to have going into a first date, the “thank you” text, the benefits of dating through friends versus online dating, the idea of longterm compatibility, and tips for enhancing your online dating profile. Produced by Dear Media

    From Breakup to #MaineMan to Single and Dating with Chinae Alexander

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2022 34:02


    This week on Press Send I'm giving you guys a little update on my dating life as well as dishing out some dating advice! I'm talking about navigating the apps, dating when lonely, who should pay for the check on a first date, how to express your needs when your partner is going through a hardship, and so much more.   Best Fiends: Best Fiends is a mobile puzzle game that anyone can download and play. Whether you have a few minutes or a few hours, Best Fiends is the perfect puzzle game to lose yourself in because you're having so much fun! Download Best Fiends FREE today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. That's FRIENDS without the R–Best Fiends!   Produced by Dear Media

    How to Free Yourself from the Emotionally Immature with Dr. Lindsay Gibson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2022 39:02


    Tune into today's episode for more of my conversation with political psychologist, psychotherapist, and author of Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents, Dr. Lindsay Gibson. Join us as we chat about guilt surrounding the unpacking of childhood and/or parental trauma, the idea of loving manipulation, the different styles of emotionally immature parents, and whether or not you can heal from your emotionally immature parents on your own.   You can check out all of Dr. Lindsay Gibson's books here:   Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents   Recovering from Emotionally Immature Parents   Self-Care for Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents   Who You Were Meant to Be   Produced by Dear Media

    Am I the Product of Emotionally Immature Parents? with Dr. Lindsay Gibson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2022 38:17


    Happy 2022, friends! So happy you're here. On the very first episode of the new year, I'm sitting down with political psychologist, psychotherapist, and author of Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents, Dr. Lindsay Gibson. We're talking all about what it's like growing up with emotionally immature parents, emotional loneliness, mental curiosity versus emotional curiosity, and the idea you can't do emotional work for other people. Part two of our conversation will be out next week, so stay tuned!   You can check out all of Dr. Lindsay Gibson's books here:   Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents   Recovering from Emotionally Immature Parents   Self-Care for Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents   Who You Were Meant to Be  

    Where to Start with Money Management and Self Worth

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 52:41


    Welcome to the final Press Send episode of 2021! Can you believe it? On this episode, I'm sitting down with listeners Manika Tomar and Mariel Mumpar as they call in needing advice on money management, navigating your financial independence, accepting your body, getting past the fear of failure, and recognizing your self-worth.  Nuuly is a monthly clothing rental subscription that is already a great value at $88 a month for any 6 styles, but right now you can get $20 off your first month of Nuuly when you sign up with the code PRESSSEND20. Just go to nuuly.com and enter the code PRESSSEND20 at sign up to get $20 off your first month. Produced by Dear Media

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