a soft place to land

in this conversation with hannah from really get into it, we talk about what it actually looks like to meet yourself where you are — not the healed version, not the polished version, but the real, human, still figuring their shit out.we get into inner child work, emotional honesty, the discomfort of being perceived, and what it means to stop trying to fix yourself and instead… care for yourself.we talk about: learning to show up for yourself the way your younger self needed  self-acceptance in the wellness space (without bypassing)  doing things scared + being perceived  why your feelings aren’t “too much” — you just care  moving out of the fix it mindset  reconnecting with childlike wonder + whimsy  emotional awareness without the love & light trap links:mentioned : you can heal your life by louise hayhannah: instagram , tiktok , journal michelle andrea (mish): instagram , tiktok , offerings

Some days, it feels impossible to keep up with the timelines, the pressures and expectations — it all becomes too loud.And then, someone comes along who reminds you that you are allowed to live many lives in one lifetime — and none of them have to make sense to anyone else but you.That’s what today’s conversation with multidimensional mami, Mackenzie of @onthematwithmack brings: a breath of authenticity and honesty, a gut check, and the exact reminder you need if you’ve been questioning your direction, your goodness, your purpose, or the pace of your life.In this raw and grounded episode, we talk about what it really means to change your mind, pivot, forgive, start over, follow the pull, and trust that your life is allowed to look different every season.We chat:Why living multiple lives is normal (and actually healthy)The real reason we fear pivoting, even when it feels rightHow to release the “right timeline” myth and trust your own paceWhat to do when your past identities feel embarrassing or confusingThe grief, liberation and process of friendship breakupsHow to use curiosity > fear when starting something newThe power of sacred feminine angerHow to stay human off and online while being perceivedThis episode isn’t just a conversation. It’s a reset — a reminder that you’re allowed to grow, quit, begin again, unravel, bloom, and reinvent without needing to justify any of it.If you’re in a season of transition, confusion, or reinvention… this one is for you.Also, if you loved this episode, check out: Shedding, Syncing, Surrendering, Oh My! Connect with me on socials: INSTA: @asoftplacetolandpod TIKTOK: @asoftplacetolandpod Timestamps: 00:00 - new podcast intro and mackenzie’s intro01:20 - curiosity over fear04:30 - resources and risk taking07:00 - lore of life and multidimensionality 10:10 - dream jobs don’t exist12:40 - evolving through eras14:30 - creating peace with uncertain timelines18:50 - fear based decisions and cycles22:14 - the impact of perception and being human26:30 - testament to your self-trust30:10 - grounding in your sense of self34:11 - navigating the impact of friendship breakups37:08 - shining a light on personal strength 40:34 - embracing complex self-compassion43:20 - sacred feminine anger45:50 - autoimmune connection to feminine suppression 47:37 - self expression for your soul50:30 - connecting with your wild woman archetype52:17 - matriarchal medicine55:17 - feminine somatic embodiment57:15 - healing through healthy relationships#healing #feminineenergy #multidimensonality #personalgrowth #selfcompassion 

Today we clean the fogged mirror. With the beautiful mentor, writer and woman in love with life, Maia Ben, we dig into the exact moment you stop lying to yourself, stop postponing your life, and start keeping the tiny promises that remake your identity. From three years of procrastination to launching a studio in two bed-recorded days — Maia shares the truth of her sobering self-compassion and evolution journey. This episode is for anyone who’s been waiting for clarity, for permission, or for the “perfect” moment. We talk messy action, inner children (multiples, yes), somatic micro-steps that build cellular self-trust, and how integration — not exile — heals the parts of you that scream the loudest.Expect raw stories, practical witchy tools, and gentle but fierce truth-telling about momentum, embodiment, and why neutrality + respect > forced self-love. If you’ve ever felt like an expert at excuses, this one’s your mirror-shattering, mercy-filled wake-up call.Listen for:Her overnight decision that changed everythingSomatic micro-movements to prove you can keep your word to yourselfHow to give unruly parts of you a department (so they don’t run the whole company)Why messy action births clarity, momentum, and self-trustIf this episode lands, leave a review, share it with a friend who’s also been “not ready,” and share with us below, one tiny promise you’ll keep today.

This episode is for anyone still haunted by who they used to be. For the moments you remember something you said, or didn’t say. Something you did, or didn’t do. The version of yourself who hurt someone, disappeared, froze, lied, coped in messy ways—and the loop of shame that still whispers, “You’re a bad person because of it.”Today, I want to offer a different perspective: you are not a terrible person for doing things you’re not proud of. You are a human being. A human who’s learning. A human who’s growing. A human who’s at a place where they're ready to lay down the weight of old guilt and are choosing to rewrite the narrative ...This conversation is a reckoning and a release. We’ll talk about how to shift from self-punishment to self-responsibility. From shame into sovereignty. From “I was wrong, so I must be bad” to “I was human, and I’m learning how to love that version of me too.”I share my own experiences with guilt, ghosting, and how I am learning to see those moments not as the end—but as the beginning of a deeper becoming. We’ll end with one grounded tip and shadow work journal prompt to help you interrupt the self-critical spiral and reclaim your story in real time.You are not too far gone. You are not irredeemable. You are not a villain in your own life ... You are the alchemist.  ׂ𓈒⋆ ۪ 

In this episode, I sit with Trina to explore what it means to transform—not in theory, but in practice. From talk therapy and yoga to consensual touch and plant medicine, Trina shares how her healing journey unfolded slowly, through presence and intention, not perfection...We talk about leaving the fashion world to follow a calling that didn’t make sense on paper, but made her feel alive. About doing things simply because they feel good—not because they need to lead somewhere. About redefining abundance, rebuilding our relationship with money, and allowing joy to be the reason.This conversation is a reminder that healing is not about never having bad days—it’s about building the tools to meet yourself when they come. That luxury can be a slow morning. That purpose often reveals itself when you stop trying to chase it.If you too are in a season of rediscovery, this one’s for you.0:42 Trina’s journey into healing 4:10 the role of alternative healing methods6:45 transitioning from design to healing 8:48 finding joy beyond career10:46 exploring money mindset and abundance 16:43 reframing abundance: beyond money18:44 building a practice: the journey of service 20:11 navigating bad days: building resilience 24:23 the intention behind healing work28:44 integrating techniques: breathwork and hypnotherapy 31:56 the evolution of a healer: personal growth and client connection 36:03 healing through memory37:39 power of small moments: saving your day39:17 naming the good: recognizing daily joys 42:08 the impact of social media: connection and visibility Find all of Trina's offerings on her ⁠website⁠ or ⁠stan store⁠ 𖦹 ׂ𓈒⋆ ۪ A bit more about Trina: Trina is a multifaceted facilitator guiding women from stress, burnout, and overwhelm into ease, presence, and joy. With roots in the fast-paced world of luxury fashion and Fortune 500 brands, she brings a rare authenticity born from lived experience.As a breathwork facilitator, clinical hypnotherapist, reiki master teacher, RRT practitioner, yogi, and lifelong student, Trina blends evidence-based healing with energy-based practices. She holds formal training in Clarity Breathwork, yoga, hypnotherapy, reiki, and Rapid Resolution Therapy—and mentors others in the Clarity Breathwork community.Trina believes true transformation is not about never having hard days, but about building resources to meet yourself through them. With her sessions, she helps clients regulate their nervous systems, release old patterns, and step into lives filled with balance, creativity, and expanded awareness.

This episode is a soft landing for anyone who’s ever drifted from themselves. When the noise of the world, the pull of another person, or the weight of self-inflicted expectations begins to blur your edges... It’s time to come back. To slow down. To remember the rituals that root you. This isn’t just about dating. It’s about how easy it is to hand over your focus, your time, your nervous system—to influences outside of yourself. I talk about what it looks like to reclaim your attention, not as an act of resistance, but as an act of reverence and offer different spicy witchy rituals that have helped me. To remember that your presence is sacred. That solitude is not a lack, but a return. That tending to yourself is not selfish—it’s survival. Share this with someone you think would appreciate the reminder and remember to follow along on instagram @yoursoftplace and @andsoitiswithmish 𖦹 ׂ𓈒⋆ ۪ 

In this episode, I sit down with Marley to talk about uncovering the inner call for something more. We explore what it means to hold space for the life you're creating, as it feels unclear and uncomfortable.We dive into:Moving through financial shifts and internal restructuringOutgrowing outdated childhood beliefs about freedom and what success isHow meditation transforms your inner dialogue to help you stay groundedWhy shadow work and mindfulness are key to real, lasting changeBuilding from passion, not pressure — and redefining what "growth" looks likeIf you’ve ever felt stuck between the life you built and the life you know you’re meant to live, this episode is your reminder: you’re not alone, your practices will lead you, and the hardest part? Showing up.I can’t wait for you to listen to this medicine. Love you, mean it.Find more of Marz and her beautiful work on instagram @marzzovermind and tiktok @_.oruuu <3

Healing your inner child, embodying your evolution, and using fashion as a spiritual tool.In this soul-nourishing conversation, we're diving deep into holistic (life)style with fashion fairy, Lea. She shares her journey of realizing that fashion is not just an aesthetic — it's a sacred tool for self-connection, healing, and creative freedom. In this episode, she helps spark listeners to do the same...𖦹 Topics We Explore:Dressing Your Inner Child: How nurturing your inner child through style can radically shift your self-relationships. Sacred Femininity: Using fashion to express and nurture your unique essence of femininity, creating flow and softness in your life.Trends as Portals: How trends can serve as doorways to discovering deeper layers of your personal style, when approached with curiosity and playfulness.Fashion as Playground: Reclaiming style as a spiritual playground rather than a materialistic rat race.Becoming Your Own Mother: Using fashion as a second skin of love, protection, and empowerment for your inner self.The Power of Music & Rituals: How music, mantras, and intentional rituals can alchemize the act of getting dressed into a devotional practice.Clothes as Charged Energy: Tapping into the emotional memory woven into your favorite pieces to rekindle feelings of joy and self-love.Living, Breathing Style: Why personal style must evolve alongside our ever-changing souls — and how embracing change with grace can be our greatest empowerment.Healing Through Play: Allowing silliness, experimentation, and tenderness to be part of your styling journey, especially in moments of emotional turbulence.The Textile Hug: How wrapping yourself in favorite pieces can be an act of self-affirmation and self-honoring.The Power of Intention: How infusing your life — and your wardrobe — with clear, loving intention unlocks true wealth, worth, and deep-rooted joy.Lea reminds us that style isn't about rules but love, and it's about creating from your authentic being: pure, radiant, divine love.WHERE TO FIND FAIRY FASHIONISTA LEA: ⁠Instagram⁠ , ⁠Substack⁠ & ⁠Podcast⁠You can find and tag me on IG @yoursoftplace if anything resonated with you from this episode, I 'd love to hear your thoughts... sending you so much love, see you Sunday for more softness.

In this episode, we’re joined by Lo — founder of Rising Rituals — for a soul-nourishing conversation about the true superpower of self-reflection. We dive deep into how journaling and slowing down to check in with yourself can radically shift not just your relationship with others, but most importantly, your relationship with you.Lo shares her personal journey with journaling, from childhood to navigating the darkest nights of the soul during the pandemic. She opens up about how real-time self-reflection, through simple daily prompts, helped her rise from her own shadows — and how it can do the same for you.We explore the art of gratitude beyond just listing what you’re thankful for, feeling into it with all your senses. Lo also offers four powerful prompts to begin your own morning practice, grounding yourself with acts of kindness, affirmations, and conscious presence.Together, we reflect on the balance between deep introspection and living fully in the moment — reminding ourselves that life is meant to be lived, and that sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is play.We also talk about Lo’s beautiful journal Rising Rituals (available on her Instagram @risingwithlo) and the importance of honoring your creative, multidimensional self every single day.Remember: you’re living, you’re learning, and you’re allowed to take it slow. 🌱

In this vulnerable solo episode, I drop in to share what it’s really like to be in the muck — the messy, uncomfortable, deeply emotional parts of the cycle that don’t get glamorized. Aligned with the Libra Full Moon and my own menstrual cycle, I explore the sacredness of feeling your feelings fully, turning pain into power, and honoring the bittersweet release that often comes with growth.I chat:Trusting divine timing when plans shiftFeeling like sh*t as a sacred portalEmotional data + the importance of reflectionSyncing with your cycle + the moonUsing your shower as ritualGiving yourself grace while letting goThis is your permission slip to not have it all together. To rest, reflect, and remember that growth still happens in stillness. I also share two full moon journal prompts to help you tune into what your body and spirit are asking for right now...❀❃𑁍✿ Let yourself feel it all — because that’s where real change begins.𖧧

This isn’t a rebrand—it’s more of a homecoming. After pushing through burnout, chasing a version of success that no longer fit, and learning the hard way that my nervous system needed something softer, I’ve finally surrendered. A Soft Place to Land is a space for the tenderhearted, the creatives, and the ones learning to hold themselves through it all. In this first episode, I share the story behind this shift, the fall (literally) that changed everything, and why I’m choosing peace over proving. Let’s begin again—together.Tune in, take a deep breath, and let yourself land. This is your Soft Place to Land ☁︎ See you on Sunday Morning's 𓈒⋆♡

Blossoming into a new season, a new evolution, a softer place. Without judgment or pretending you're okay when you're not okay. You're allowed to be messy. You're allowed to begin again. If you too have been holding yourself tightly, I invite you to let go for a moment...You're safe here, this is A Soft Place to Land. Episodes on Sunday 𖦹 ׂ𓈒⋆ ۪ 

What if life isn’t as complicated as we make it out to be?In this episode, Alex invites us to shift our perspective, embrace the magic in everyday life, and reconnect with our most unfiltered, creative selves. This episode is a reminder that you don’t have to take life so seriously. Laugh, create, and be present. You being your most authentic self is a magnet for the right people. We chat about how:Perspective is EverythingThere’s no one way to be spiritualDiscipline matters, but so does fluidity. Allow space for change.Slowing down and enjoying life is a spiritual practice in itself.The Power of Creativity & PlayThe Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron: A creative rebirth, not just for artists, but for everyone.Creativity isn’t about mastery—it’s about the doing. Experiment. Explore. Play.Embrace the uninhibited joy of your inner child, the one who made potions out of sticks and dirt.Accepting Your Inner Child & IdentityHealing your younger self allows you to accept your parents’ inner child too. You're doing your best.First-gen American struggles: Balancing cultures, breaking generational molds, and finding your true self outside of your familial dynamics.Stepping Out of Your Comfort ZoneThe magic happens outside your comfort zone. Just do it—don’t overthink.Social media can be a tool for healing: Use it to share your story, unblock your throat chakra, and find your people. Flood the algorithm with hope.Key Takeaway:𖦹 Life is meant to be lived, not overthought. Play, create, and trust the process.𖦹 You are meant for more magic than brain rot. Make art. Be bold. Be you.𖦹 The world is changing—be part of the light.

A short guided meditation designed to help you ground your energy and open yourself to your limitless creativity. ∴᛬Use these gentle affirmations to reconnect with your intuition, dissolve self-doubt, and remind yourself of your most inspired, authentic expression.᠅᛬Tips for Affirmations: Repeat Daily - After Waking Up and Before Bed HABIT STACKING HELPS WITH THIS (ie. while brushing teeth)Say it aloud - hearing your own voice reinforces the beliefIF YOU HAVE TROUBLE BELIEVING YOURSELF, SAY IT IN A SILLY VOICE AND BREAK THE ICE WITH YOURSELFStay consistent - even when, especially when you don't feel it. IN THE MIRROR, REMIND YOURSELF YOU'RE THAT BITCH.Focus on the words and believe in their truth, even if you don't believe it for yourself just yet.FAKE IT TILL YOU MAKE IT, YOUR PRACTICE BIRTHS "PERFECT."

For many women, menstruation has been a source of frustration, pain, and even shame. We’ve been conditioned to see it as an inconvenience, something to push through or even suppress with medication and other modalities. ✿ TW ✿In this deeply personal and heartfelt conversation, Melissa shares her journey of losing her period after stopping birth control and the unexpected relief she felt—no longer being held back by her body, free to embrace the fast-paced world around her. But in that freedom, something was missing: connection. To her body. To her intuition. To her feminine energy.This episode explores the powerful transformation that comes with healing your relationship with your cycle. Melissa opens up about how facing the discomfort, shame, and trauma surrounding her period led her back to herself. We discuss the deep wisdom held within the menstrual cycle, the way it mirrors the cycles of nature, and how syncing with its rhythm can help you reconnect with your intuition, your emotions, and your true essence.Unlearning the shame around menstruation and embracing it as a source of strength.The impact of birth control and how Melissa’s experience with amenorrhea led her to a deeper understanding of her body.The link between feminine energy and intuition—your bleed is a portal to spiritual insight.Cycle syncing and the four phases of menstruation—how to honor each phase rather than resist it.The sacred role of menstruation in healing and transformation—your bleed is not just personal; it holds the power to cleanse and renew not only yourself but the world around you.The importance of slowing down—why your period is a time to rest, reflect, and listen.This conversation is an invitation to reclaim what has always been yours: your body, your intuition, and the wisdom of your cycle. Your period is not something to endure—it is something to embody.Key Takeaway:✿ The new earth is female—your intuition will guide you home.✿ Reclaim your body, your cycle, your period.✿ Your cycle is a sacred teacher—listen to what it has to say.Start tracking your cycle using the app Stardust!

Okay— first and foremost. The world feels strange and crazy right now. And if you’ve been feeling anxious about traveling or flying, you are not alone. Fear is real, and so is trust. In this episode, I sit down with Polina, an experienced solo traveler, to talk about moving through fear with faith—faith in yourself, in your intuition, and in the knowing that you are safe and protected.We talk about everything from navigating social anxiety in coffee shops (because truly, nobody cares) to finding the best ways to travel on a budget while meeting incredible people—think hostels, couchsurfing, and volunteering. More than anything, this episode is about trusting yourself. Polina shares how solo travel has been her greatest teacher in learning to listen to her gut, read energy, and say no when something feels off. Because that’s the thing—fear doesn’t have to paralyze you. It's there to sharpen you. It can make you more aware, more in tune, and more connected to the world in the most beautiful way.If you’ve been waiting for a sign to finally book that trip, consider this it. You are held. You are protected. You are capable of more than you know.Key Takeaways:✮ How to push past the fear of traveling alone in today's world✮ Moving through fear with faith and intuition✮ The best ways to travel on a budget while meeting people✮ Why solo travel makes you more resilient and confident✮ The one piece of advice Polina gives to anyone dreaming of a nomadic lifestyle: Just go.follow polina for more travel inspiration: ⁠@pluna.tic

This episode is for the creatives who feel blocked, the overthinkers trying to outrun their own minds, and the ones who say they’re doing the work… but deep down, have been avoiding the real stuff.I’ve been using The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron, the same workbook that Martin Scorsese, Alicia Keys, Elizabeth Gilbert, and, most recently, Doechii have credited as a pivotal change in their careers. And let me tell you...It’s not about getting better at your craft. It’s about learning to trust yourself, to slow down, and to meet the parts of you that have been running the show behind the scenes. The ones that rush, that self-sabotage, that still hold onto old shame like a security blanket (myself included).In this episode, I get into:✧ Why rushing anything only makes you suffer✧ Learning to sit with the part of you that just wants to get it done (even if it’s half-assed)✧ Releasing control and trusting yourself—and the timing of your life✧How Morning Pages ground me (and why I notice the difference when I don’t do them)✧ How affirmations are rewiring my brain and exposing the shame I didn’t know and/or want to admit was there✧ The real definition of self-love—beyond the facemasks and beautiful jewelry✧ Facing the real reason we feel blocked—because we’re avoiding a part of ourselves we’re not ready to meet✧ An exercise from The Artist’s Way that will completely shift your relationship with your own thoughtsThis book is helping me see myself clearly for the first time, without that debilitating fear of being judged—for being the most me I’ve ever been. Ego, shame, shadows, and all.We think we’re doing the work just because we talk about it. But are we? Or are we just reading another self-help book, giving great advice to our loved ones, and avoiding the deep, uncomfortable work that will actually set us free?I asked myself that question. And my answer? Well… you’ll hear it in this episode. with so much love, mish

This week, your no-BS big sis Marizsa and I talk about the messy, non-linear process of self-trust—what it actually takes to evolve and how to not let past versions keep you stuck. we chat: Why documenting your journey matters—not for an audience, but for your past and future self. Sitting with discomfort instead of running from it and why outgrowing yourself will always feel a little awkward. Learning to separate your dreams, thoughts, and path from the noise of what you’ve absorbed from others. The underrated power of small promises—how the tiniest commitments can rewire your relationship with yourself. Looking at your past selves with compassion instead of cringe—understand that every version of you existed for a reason. The balance between discipline and grace—staying committed without beating yourself up when you slip.At the end of the day, life is an experiment. The goal isn’t perfection, it’s curiosity—staying open, tuning into your inner voice, and taking the next small step forward.✧ ✧ ✧ Follow Marizsa's words on Substack ✧ ✧TRY 30 DAYS FREE OF THE MEDITATION APP - OPEN

In the second half of this 2-part episode, Elsa and I unpack about what it really means to embrace your weirdness and how that can change everything—the way you move through the world, how you connect with people, and learn to stop holding yourself back from life... We get into:❀ How Elsa realized she didn’t care what people thought anymore and the way that shifted her anxiety.❀ Focusing on small, daily changes instead of fixating on long-term progress and final results.❀ How stepping outside your comfort zone—whether that’s dancing in your room or talking to strangers— always opens up more opportunities for connection and connecting to life.❀ That injuries, setbacks, and challenges can be blessings in disguise that force you to slow down and listen to yourself.This is an open conversation about showing up fully, taking up space, and letting go of the fear of being seen. If you've ever held yourself back because of what others might think, this one's for you. ·ﾟ* ✧ ·ﾟto learn more about elsa's handstand guide click here(❀ˆᴗˆ)

In the first half of this two part episode, I sit down with elsa— who just moved from the UK to Australia to chase the sun and live her soul’s desire. We talk about what it really means to live yourlil self’s dream and how to navigate the big emotions that come with taking a leap into the unknown.What We Get Into:☆Your old life willalways be there—so why not go after what you want?☆ How solo time, journaling, and self-healing habits help you meet yourself deeper.☆How to use your morning routine to ground yourself for the day.☆ Mind dumps & journaling prompts to process your thoughts and fears.☆ The real work of self-love: forgiving yourself over and over again.☆ Owning your intuition, your inner voice, and your witchy magic.Elsa reminds us that even when homesickness or self-doubt creep in, you’re still living the dream your younger self once wished for. Give yourself grace. Accept yourself where you are. And know that you arealways growing.𓈒 ⋆ ۪ Listen in, and let’s get into it. 𓈒 ⋆ ۪ 

What if the key to unlocking your fullest potential was already written in your energetic DNA? This week, we’re diving intoHuman Design—a powerful system that reveals how you’re wired to move through life with less resistance and more ease.Joining me is the goddessTessa, founder ofThe Social Alchemy Institute, where she teaches people how to embody their design in a way that feels natural, aligned, and deeply liberating. Together we explore:✧What Human Design is & why it’s a game-changer for self-discovery𖦹How understanding your chart can help you make better decisions & navigate challenges with confidence☆Why living in alignment makes you more magnetic, fulfilled & connected to your purpose✹The power of experimenting with your design & embracing life as a flow state𑁍How Human Design helps you work with your emotions, not against themThink of Human Design as apermission slip to be exactly who you are meant to be—without forcing, overthinking, or trying to fit into a mold that was never yours to begin with.In true goddess fashion, you can schedule your 𓈒 ⋆ ۪discounted𓈒 ⋆ ۪ 90-min session with Tessahere!

In this episode, Nicole of @_tiny_feelings reminds us that creativity isn’t reserved for the credentialed or elite—it’s innate, living right under your nose, waiting for you to embrace it. We dive into the courage it takes to create, how experimentation fuels self-discovery, and why tuning into your feelings and surroundings is the ultimate spark for inspiration. From embracing fear to breaking through self-doubt, this episode is your invitation to step into the driver’s seat of your curiosity, connect with nature, and live life with an open heart. Whether you’re starting drafts, finding your creative community, or learning to radically accept yourself, this conversation is your invitation that creativity is yours for the taking.

by getting still and quiet, you create space to observe the emotions you tried to run away from for so long... it's that open awareness that offers acceptance to unfold. <3 If you can, directly support displaced families from the California fires using this direct link . support and love your neighbors, same and different both near and far.

Reflecting on 2024, the themes of personal growth, facing inner demons, and the importance of emotional processing are what shaped my year.I share my journey of acknowledging people-pleasing tendencies, setting boundaries, and learning to accept and love myself through the spectrum of emotions. Vulnerably facing and validating the coping mechanisms no longer serving me. As we begin 2025, I'm committing to embracing nature's cycles, letting go of guilt and shame, and standing my ground with a renewed sense of compassion, love, and emotional intelligence... cheers my friends, to being well this new year <3

it has more to do with appreciating what's in front of your eyes; nature, your people, simple pleasures.Alyx and I are back on the big island of hawaii, having our morning cacao and chatting about the power we hold in changing our perspective and training our brains to appreciate the small things as the big things.

serendipitous timing brought Awa and I together for dinner together one night and after a few joints and some philosophical questions later,, decided to record and share our discoveries on an episode ...key points: ~ be more concerned about how you see yourself. ~ learn how to receive from others; in relationships, with your partner, at work. you deserve to be taken care of. ~ lean into vulnerability because, well, that is the journey that is life, right? ~ don't be afraid to share the depths of who you are **with the right people who deserve you. ~ (!!) and before you do that, ask yourself with a pen and journal; who are you? really?? without the expectations and labels... ponder it with a lot of love. love YOU, mean it. (◡‿◡✿)

a friendly reminder, breakdowns will always usher in a breakthrough. So, after being forced to feel through it this week, I’ve come to these conclusions…  embracing life as an experiment empowers the grace you have for yourself. taking yourself less seriously will help with that.  “you can’t hate yourself into a version you love”. not knowing what you’re doing gives you grace to be curious and find it out without pressure. follow the breadcrumbs of what makes your heart feel whole life is chaotic enough without believing the bullshit that makes us disempowered.  reconnecting with your childhood curiosity allows you to expand as an adult.If you too don’t know how to act these days, it’s okay to not be okay. you’re not ‘weak’ for feeling anything you’re feeling.love you, mean it. ♡

Learning to live within your womb's seasons is a radical act of self-love. It is a practice that living by, reminds you of your innate power as you move through life from your body.In this juicy episode, I have the privilege to chat with Rebecca, mama to the incredible community ⁠@blumewomb⁠. Her work reminds us, as women & someone with a 28-day cycle, that our divine right is to exist in our power. We discuss how slowing down and releasing survival mode allows you to feel the safety of your feminine, what tapping into your soft nature feels like as an unfamiliar territory, and how to start honoring your intuitive nature through how your body changes month-to-month.Dive deeper into Rebecca's work and see how her offerings can align with you ⁠here⁠.

ponder this .. what would it look like if you let yourself change your mind?

think about it, a caterpillar doesn’t stop the process of its chrysalis because it fears transformation and change... It is our beautiful, silly, funny brains that need to label and thus convince us to fear the unknown *cue the overthinking*. yes, sometimes it’s scary to listen to your intuition. deciding to leave your safe job, relationship, home, etc. to pursue contentment because there’s a voice telling you that whatever was once working well, isn’t hitting the same anymore - and that is OK! this episode explores the concept of fear and excitement being the same emotion, and rationalizing how to help ourselves out and through with these mindset shifts. love you, mean it.

so you get to the place you thought you wanted to be in; the job, the lover, the apt, the title, etc. and at some point along the way, your reality is not how you imagined it would feel...it’s easy when we ( I ) convince ourselves ( myself ) that once we have ___ and ___, our healing journey expands from love with butterflies while the rest of our struggles, anxieties, and worries slowly and seamlessly fall away.throughout this season of ~realizing things, I’ve discovered on a profound level the importance of aligned soul-filled friendships that encourage and love every version of you. the ones who support you in your struggles just as much as your accomplishments, and by their presence, teach you that you do not have to heal alone.all this juicy healing and more in today’s episode (◡‿◡✿) 

one of the first nice spring day’s prompted my reflection about the intimate demolition that’s been unfolding for me this winter and the shadows I’ve been learning to befriend;with addiction,with myself,with people pleasing and with boundaries. ironically, admitting and acting on what we don’t want to acknowledge is *~`literally*`~ the key to unlocking the window of opportunity that will bring us through to the other side of healing… it’s not all going to unfold over night but the consistent love & patience that we can give to ourselves is what will get us there, one step at a time. <3

as if Katrina couldn't get cooler as the Miami IT girl, she leads life from a place of showing up authentically and honestly despite our universal human nature of limiting thoughts & imposter syndrome that WE ALL can relate to… In the process of alchemizing her trauma and getting deep with shadow work, @simplykatipoo was born from the loving labor of inner work and navigating the darker parts of our experiences that mentally keep us stuck in deprecating cycles.this raw chat hit home for me and my hope is we remember that we don’t have to be ashamed of our past , put ourselves into any boxes or take sh!t into the future with us. it's the gentle, conscious and loving awareness that you can give yourself to release it and move forward a little lighter. (◡‿◡✿) 

there’s been a lot going on behind the scenes in my life.. and maybe for you too?? -`♡´-lots of shadows coming up to be released. old patterns, lovers and lessons resurfacing to see if I have learned from the previous time they were present. its no walk in the park (lol) and takes a LOT of patience and tenderness with ourselves…it’s healthy to feel to heal. to take things one step at a time, and if that’s too much then take it a moment at a time. ⋆⭒˚𖦹｡⋆this is my reminder to you to be gentle with yourself, your heart and to be kind to your mind. ༝༚༝༚ ୨ৎ⋆˚｡⋆

PSA: JUST BECAUSE YOU FEEL SHITTY LIKE YOU DID IN THE PAST, DOES NOT MEAN YOU'RE REGRESSING BACK TO OLD PATTERNS!!!this raw account I touch on my recent struggles with (seasonal?) depression and the thoughts as I’ve been maneuvering ... in an effort to maybe help you, as I help myself, so that we don’t feel alone through these emotions. 

mish reminds herself and you of the importance of acknowledging how far we've come, how giving yourself closure is the most empowering (most times challenging) option and how baby steps are the best steps to help you heal your hurt. <3 help me pay for my groceries and G+T's ! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andsoitisthepodcast

/ˈlīfˌhak/ a simple, clever tip or technique that makes it easier and more efficient to do a familiar task... such as when posed with a question & asking yourself "Does this job or project align with me?" or "Do I want to go out with ___ tonight?" then simply waiting for your body to physically react and give you a response. Being vulnerable and learning to trust yourself through the cultivation of that innate discernment is what will align you with your higher self and better-evolved version, that is a promise.

In this episode, Queen Djenabé of @aquarius.mood⁠ sheds light for those of us who also believed we need to know it all and have our sh*t together before our 30th birthday.We chat the intentionality of turning inwards to focus the energy on ourselves and heal those parts that no longer align with us. we are meant to change along the way, shed pieces to refine and sculpt our best selves. Most importantly, it is one to be admired. take your time and let it break you open, raw and vulnerably, to heal your heart...the truth is this. there’s no rush. no race and no set finale that we know of. now is our time to experiment and figure out what we don’t like in an effort to get closer to what it is that we do.

!!!! For my first episode of the year, I have the chance to chat with Ms. Molly Rooyakkers, the woman behind { ⁠@style.analytics⁠ } one of the only accounts I have my notifications turned on for.we chat about the practice of living intentionally, evolving through our various passions and the lives we've lived so far, and how through that - we have come to a place of deeper acceptance and appreciation for ourselves... alllll this and more in the episode. It was truly such a gift to talk with Molly and pick her brain - I trust you will appreciate the conversation just as much as I did having it. ♡♡♡

@⁠madalynnewell⁠ is the 26 y/o teen of every girl's dreams‧˚౨ৎ˚✩ and you'll get to hear why in this conversation where we talk about : going through the ‧₊˚‧less favorable‧˚‧₊˚ jobs which ultimately leads us to where we are meant to be. the life-changing lessons learned during those times. what's been her biggest support throughout the journey of going full-time thrifter.You can find more of Madalyn's offers and schedule your appointment with her here!

In my 2023 reflection, I realized that the process of appreciating everything that happens; the good, bad, and beautiful has been the healing method that has helped me most this year... and thank Goddess for that after last weekend.Some other things I've learned and touched on in this episode are:: protect, honor, and live for your younger self journaling in the morning is good for your soul, and helps set you on a good path for the day. nothing matters (in a really beautiful way) cultivate friendships and relationships that are going to lovingly call you out when you need the reality check surround yourself with other people who are going to push you to be your best damn self it's ok to need reminders!!!!*∴᠅✧find more on Insta at @andsoitisthepodcast∴(◡‿◡✿)᠅᛬*✧·ﾟ

PSA: you are not going to feel the same every morning you wake up even if you do the same thing every day.

Alex ( @alexgshearer_health⁠ ) has always been a breath of fresh air with her beautifully aesthetic wellness content. Since the early days of her account, she has consistently reminded us that we do not have to overcomplicate listening and taking care of our bodies.In today’s episode, we laugh and chat about how we are in fact H U M A N S and crazy enough- meant to “mess up”, and learn from those experiences. We were reminded that life doesn’t need to be so rigid, structured, or black & white in addition to...- feeling the fear and doing it anyway- maximizing the natural fluid nature of life- being selfish with your energy isn't really selfishfind out more about the healing services Alex has at https://www.alexgshearer.com/ <3

Candice reminds us the beauty of slowing down , because you never know where it will lead you.her small business started 2020 during (co) rona lockdown in her apt with her bestie and soon to be business partner. from spontaneous compliments and conversations, without a plan came the beautiful passion project that has has evolved with ms. Antoine to where the Vintage Deli is today- Candice is currently embodying her chic best life in downtown NYC <3she mentions her attainable tips to make realistic goals and lead life a less stressful life, because the world is stressful enough on its own.. 

⁠Allison's Archive⁠ is your source for matchless designer vintage and contemporary pieces from the early 2000s, 90s, and 80s. Today's chat with founder Allison Dickerman discusses her experience interning in the fashion industry and opening her own showroom in Brooklyn.We share the struggles of starting our passion projects to how she’s grown through her fear of being judged and fully seen as a fashion creative in this world and online. She reminds us that it's okay to not know what the eff you're doing!!!! Because even the people we deem the most successful don’t know what they're doing most of the time!!!!If you're in nyc, make an appt to see the showroom (◡‿◡✿) & connect with Allison at [email protected] or Insta @allisons_archive.

You know when you do something "for the story"?? and then the residual anxiety, depression, guilt, shame, etc. long after you thought you've moved on? because me too.. Today, I talk about my personal experience with this and how I've been healing through it, real-time, with the tips and methods I've been using to soothe myself <3

I have been deeply working through deconstructing the stigma around having “it” all figured out. In today’s episode, I talk about my experience job hunting, tips that I've been using to self-soothe and remind myself that I am a 20-something woman, who is doing her damn best. 

This week's episode is one I have highly anticipated since meeting Alex (@papayapitaya) in Maui after taking one of her classes last year. I knew I wanted to have her wisdom about embodying our feminine nature through Shakti, her personal practice of healing through the challenging emotions ... and sis did she deliver. Here you can find ms. Rivera's offerings and more about the ShaktiRize community <3

Cutting the bullsht, and being honest with myself ... In this episode, I touch on what I have been experiencing since coming home from Italy and how I have been maneuvering through those low vibe emotions and straight up depression. It's life! We are human and metamorphosing every day. I feel safer in my own skin and ready to dive in to those juicy emotions together <3

In this episode, I discuss my thoughts around feeling off recently and open up about the good ol' anxiety and depression that has come along with it. I discuss how I outline my day, through small and consistent steps, to bring about a change in motion for my own damn self. find more in-depth information about the full moon at foreverconscious.comand be sure follow alongside my visual diary @andsoitisthepodcast for more content and connection (◡‿◡✿) <3 be sure to share this podcast with someone who you think should hear it , xx mish