Eunoia- a life podcast

Prefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the Podcast"Beautiful thinking," because none of us really have life figured out. That's Eunoia. Hosted by Alessia Maria, this podcast is a collection of thoughts and a personal journal. With education in neuroscience and economics, Alessia shares her experiences after a rare brain disorder turned her life upside down in 2019. Think of it as a conversation with a friend. Welcome to the inner monologue. Support the PodcastIf you enjoy this podcast, this is a way to support the work behind it. Contributions help cover the time and care that go into keeping this space. Having built and run Eunoia independently, your support helps me keep this work slow, thoughtful, and true to itself.There is never any pressure. Thank you for listening, being here, and supporting in any way that feels right!☕ support here: buymeacoffee.com/amariavnEpisode requestsLeave me a question, a random topic for a future episode, or just a thought you want to share. It’s completely anonymous, and I’m so happy to hear from youSend your thoughts: https://forms.gle/anpKPeemVEPH1ZMMA Stay connectedYou can also find quieter, in-between moments shared as a photo journal on Instagram, along with a small Substack space for ongoing conversation: * About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newsletter* Chat roomsending hugs - alessia mariaAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Prefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastEunoia means "beautiful thinking," and that's exactly our goal here. The idea began in 2019, when host Alessia Maria (B.A. Neuroscience/Economics) suffered from a rare disorder that turned her life upside down. Today, we explore the quieter parts of being human because life is messy, and we're all finding our way. Think of it like a conversation with a friend. One who overthinks. A lot.So sit down, grab a cup of coffee/tea (or let's be honest, maybe a glass of wine), and listen in!Support the PodcastIf you enjoy this podcast, this is a way to support the work behind it. Contributions help cover the time and care that go into keeping this space. Having built and run Eunoia independently, your support helps me keep this work slow, thoughtful, and true to itself.There is never any pressure. Thank you for listening, being here, and supporting in any way that feels right!☕ support here: buymeacoffee.com/amariavnEpisode requestsLeave me a question, a random topic for a future episode, or just a thought you want to share. It’s completely anonymous, and I’m so happy to hear from youSend your thoughts: https://forms.gle/anpKPeemVEPH1ZMMA Stay connectedYou can also find quieter, in-between moments shared as a photo journal on Instagram, along with a small Substack space for ongoing conversation: * About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newsletter* Chat roomsending hugs - alessia mariaAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Prefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastEunoia means "beautiful thinking," and that's exactly our goal here. The idea began in 2019, when host Alessia Maria (B.A. Neuroscience/Economics) suffered from a rare disorder that turned her life upside down. Today, we explore the quieter parts of being human because life is messy, and we're all finding our way. Think of it like a conversation with a friend. One who overthinks. A lot.So sit down, grab a cup of coffee/tea (or let's be honest, maybe a glass of wine), and listen in!Support the PodcastIf you enjoy this podcast, this is a way to support the work behind it. Contributions help cover the time and care that go into keeping this space. Having built and run Eunoia independently, your support helps me keep this work slow, thoughtful, and true to itself.There is never any pressure. Thank you for listening, being here, and supporting in any way that feels right!☕ support here: buymeacoffee.com/amariavnStay connectedYou can also find quieter, in-between moments shared as a photo journal on Instagram, along with a small Substack space for ongoing conversation: * About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newsletter* Chat roomsending hugs - alessia mariaAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Chapters* 00:00- intro* 00:10- defining your values* 01:20- making friends* 03:00- your people are out there* 04:00- nothing is permanent/nonattachment* 05:30- your support networkPrefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastEunoia means "beautiful thinking," and that's exactly our goal here. The idea began in 2019, when host Alessia Maria (B.A. Neuroscience/Economics) suffered from a rare disorder that turned her life upside down. Today, we explore the quieter parts of being human because life is messy, and we're all finding our way. Think of it like a conversation with a friend. One who overthinks. A lot.So sit down, grab a cup of coffee/tea (or let's be honest, maybe a glass of wine), and listen in!Support the PodcastIf you enjoy this podcast, this is a way to support the work behind it. Contributions help cover the time and care that go into keeping this space. Having built and run Eunoia independently, your support helps me keep this work slow, thoughtful, and true to itself.There is never any pressure. Thank you for listening, being here, and supporting in any way that feels right!☕ support here: buymeacoffee.com/amariavnStay connectedYou can also find quieter, in-between moments shared as a photo journal on Instagram, along with a small Substack space for ongoing conversation: * About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newsletter* Chat roomsending hugs - alessia mariaAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

I graduated, what now? I’ve been doing a lot of reflecting in this time of transition, especially since I never thought I would be here. I had a brain disorder at 15, and graduating from college is the very last place I thought I would be. Join me today as I share a bit of where I have been and what the podcast will look like in the future.Chapters* 00:00- intro* 00:07- where i’ve been* 02:30- transitions* 06:07- lots of reflectingPrefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastCreated for big thinkers and deep feelers. We’re not a normal podcast. We’re the Eunoia podcast. Hosted by Alessia Maria, a neuroscience and economics student, the podcast delves into the quieter aspects of being human. It all began in 2019, when Alessia developed (and recovered from!) a rare disorder that turned life upside down. Today, the podcast acts as an online journal of lived experiences. We’re all human. Life is messy. This podcast makes room for that.Support the PodcastIf you enjoy this podcast, this is a way to support the work behind it. Contributions help cover the time and care that go into keeping this space. Having built and run Eunoia independently, your support helps me keep this work slow, thoughtful, and true to itself.There is never any pressure. Thank you for listening, being here, and supporting in any way that feels right!☕ support here: buymeacoffee.com/amariavnStay connectedYou can also find quieter, in-between moments shared as a photo journal on Instagram, along with a small Substack space for ongoing conversation: * About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newsletter* Chat roomsending hugs - alessia mariaAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Prefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastCreated for big thinkers and deep feelers. We’re not a normal podcast. We’re the Eunoia podcast. Hosted by Alessia Maria, a neuroscience and economics student, the podcast delves into the quieter aspects of being human. It all began in 2019, when Alessia developed (and recovered from!) a rare disorder that turned life upside down. Today, the podcast acts as an online journal of lived experiences. We’re all human. Life is messy. This podcast makes room for that.Support the PodcastIf you enjoy this podcast, this is a way to support the work behind it. Contributions help cover the time and care that go into keeping this space. Having built and run Eunoia independently, your support helps me keep this work slow, thoughtful, and true to itself.There is never any pressure. Thank you for listening, being here, and supporting in any way that feels right!☕ support here: buymeacoffee.com/amariavnStay connectedYou can also find quieter, in-between moments shared as a photo journal on Instagram, along with a small Substack space for ongoing conversation: * About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newsletter* Chat roomsending hugs - alessia mariaAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Chapters* 00:00- intro* 00:15- time for updates* 00:40- PANDAS Disorder + how it started* 07:01- the neuroscience of it * 09:14- my experience* 11:30- promise to myself* 13:40- diagnosis & appointments * 20:45- recovery* 26:20- todayInfo: www.pandasnetwork.orgMy story: https://pandasnetwork.org/alessias-pandas-story/Prefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastCreated for big thinkers and deep feelers. We’re not a normal podcast. We’re the Eunoia podcast. Hosted by Alessia Maria, a neuroscience and economics student, the podcast delves into the quieter aspects of being human. It all began in 2019, when Alessia developed (and recovered from!) a rare disorder that turned life upside down. Today, the podcast acts as an online journal of lived experiences. We’re all human. Life is messy. This podcast makes room for that.Support the PodcastIf you enjoy this podcast, this is a way to support the work behind it. Contributions help cover the time and care that go into keeping this space. Having built and run Eunoia independently, your support helps me keep this work slow, thoughtful, and true to itself.There is never any pressure. Thank you for listening, being here, and supporting in any way that feels right!☕ support here: buymeacoffee.com/amariavnStay connectedYou can also find quieter, in-between moments shared as a photo journal on Instagram, along with a small Substack space for ongoing conversation: * About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newsletter* Chat roomsending hugs - alessia mariaAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Chapters* 00:00- intro* 00:30- random tangent* 01:34- wow so distracted* 02:05- drinking* 06:11- past relationships* 11:29- peer pressurePrefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastCreated for big thinkers and deep feelers. We’re not a normal podcast. We’re the Eunoia podcast. Hosted by Alessia Maria, a neuroscience and economics student, the podcast delves into the quieter aspects of being human. It all began in 2019, when Alessia developed (and recovered from!) a rare disorder that turned life upside down. Today, the podcast acts as an online journal of lived experiences. We’re all human. Life is messy. This podcast makes room for that. Support the PodcastIf you enjoy this podcast, this is a way to support the work behind it. Contributions help cover the time and care that go into keeping this space. Having built and run Eunoia independently, your support helps me keep this work slow, thoughtful, and true to itself.There is never any pressure. Thank you for listening, being here, and supporting in any way that feels right!☕ support here: buymeacoffee.com/amariavnStay connectedYou can also find quieter, in-between moments shared as a photo journal on Instagram, along with a small Substack space for ongoing conversation: * About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newsletter* Chat roomsending hugs - alessia mariaAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Chapters* 00:00- I am not patient* 00:30- the big life questions* 02:30- intention* 04:10- seasons change* 06:40- change is scary* 11:00- timePrefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastCreated for overthinkers, deep feelers, and anyone who’s been told they’re “too much.” We’re not a normal podcast. We’re the Eunoia podcast. Hosted by Alessia Maria, a neuroscience and economics student with a tendency to overthink, the podcast explores identity, rebuilding, and the quieter parts of being human. The show was born from lived experience and shaped by transitions, uncertainty, and the process of becoming someone new. Life is messy. This podcast makes room for that. Support the PodcastIf you have ever enjoyed an episode, a photo, or a quiet thought I shared, this is a way to support the work behind it. Contributions help cover the time and care that go into learning, recording, editing, and keeping this space honest.Having built and run Eunoia independently, your support helps me keep this work slow, thoughtful, and true to itself.There is never any pressure. Thank you for listening, being here, and supporting in any way that feels right!☕ support here: buymeacoffee.com/amariavnStay connectedYou can also find quieter, in-between moments shared as a photo journal on Instagram, along with a small Substack space for ongoing conversation: * About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newsletter* Chat roomsending hugs - alessia mariaAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Chapters* 00:00- why do we get embarrassed?* 01:19- step out of your comfort zone!* 01:30- know yourself* 04:10- finding connections + letting go* 05:30- who do you want to be?* 07:10- be the best you can bePrefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastCreated for overthinkers, deep feelers, and anyone who’s been told they’re “too much.” We’re not a normal podcast. We’re the Eunoia podcast. Hosted by Alessia Maria, a neuroscience and economics student with a tendency to overthink, the podcast explores identity, rebuilding, and the quieter parts of being human. The show was born from lived experience and shaped by transitions, uncertainty, and the process of becoming someone new. Life is messy. This podcast makes room for that. Support the PodcastIf you have ever enjoyed an episode, a photo, or a quiet thought I shared, this is a way to support the work behind it. Contributions help cover the time and care that go into learning, recording, editing, and keeping this space honest.Having built and run Eunoia independently, your support helps me keep this work slow, thoughtful, and true to itself.There is never any pressure. Thank you for listening, being here, and supporting in any way that feels right!☕ support here: buymeacoffee.com/amariavnStay connectedYou can also find quieter, in-between moments shared as a photo journal on Instagram, along with a small Substack space for ongoing conversation: * About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newsletter* Chat roomsending hugs - alessia mariaAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Chapters* 00:00- intro* 00:16- mascara is a drug* 02:29- the shape of reality* 12:04- updates* 15:07- communityPrefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastCreated for overthinkers, deep feelers, and anyone who’s been told they’re “too much.” We’re not a normal podcast. We’re the Eunoia podcast. Hosted by Alessia Maria, a neuroscience and economics student with a tendency to overthink, the podcast explores identity, rebuilding, and the quieter parts of being human. The show was born from lived experience and shaped by transitions, uncertainty, and the process of becoming someone new. Life is messy. This podcast makes room for that. Support the PodcastIf you have ever enjoyed an episode, a photo, or a quiet thought I shared, this is a way to support the work behind it. Contributions help cover the time and care that go into learning, recording, editing, and keeping this space honest.Having built and run Eunoia independently, your support helps me keep this work slow, thoughtful, and true to itself.There is never any pressure. Thank you for listening, being here, and supporting in any way that feels right!☕ support here: buymeacoffee.com/amariavnStay connectedYou can also find quieter, in-between moments shared as a photo journal on Instagram, along with a small Substack space for ongoing conversation: * About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newsletter* Chat roomsending hugs - alessia mariaAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Chapters* 00:00- intro* 01:25- heaviness* 03:08-“it’s okay dude, I’m not mad”* 04:17 - community* 06:27- the world is hurting. everywhere.* 08:15 - feeling small* 11:50- what this podcast stands forPrefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastCreated for overthinkers, deep feelers, and anyone who’s been told they’re “too much.” We’re not a normal podcast. We’re the Eunoia podcast. Hosted by Alessia Maria, a neuroscience and economics student with a tendency to overthink, the podcast explores identity, rebuilding, and the quieter parts of being human. The show was born from lived experience and shaped by transitions, uncertainty, and the process of becoming someone new. Life is messy. This podcast makes room for that. Support the PodcastIf you have ever enjoyed an episode, a photo, or a quiet thought I shared, this is a way to support the work behind it. Contributions help cover the time and care that go into learning, recording, editing, and keeping this space honest.Having built and run Eunoia independently, your support helps me keep this work slow, thoughtful, and true to itself.There is never any pressure. Thank you for listening, being here, and supporting in any way that feels right!☕ support here: buymeacoffee.com/amariavnStay connectedYou can also find quieter, in-between moments shared as a photo journal on Instagram, along with a small Substack space for ongoing conversation: * About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newsletter* Chat roomsending hugs - alessia mariaAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Chapters* 00:00-intro* 00:15- personal updates* 02:30- be kind to yourself* 05:18- experience with adhdPrefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastFor the overthinkers, the deep feelers, and the women who’ve been told they’re “too much” — welcome. Every Tuesday, join host Alessia Maria — a neuroscience and economics undergrad — for unfiltered conversations about the messy, beautiful process of figuring yourself out. We ask the hard questions: Who are you without the pressure to be likable? Why do we shrink ourselves to fit in? Can softness be strength? This podcast isn’t a step-by-step guide to fix your life. It’s one that holds space for you to understand it. Expect solo chats and honest takes that challenge what you’ve been taught — all made to feel like a chat with a friend over coffee. Life is messy, and I’m here to share it with you. Will you listen in?Stay connectedAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC.* About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newslettersending hugs - alessia maria This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Chapters* 00:00- the life of a showgirl* 01:15- why do we start drama?* 04:10- Taylor’s words* 05:40- interpersonal communication* 08:20- reframe* 10:10- live your own lifePrefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastFor the overthinkers, the deep feelers, and the women who’ve been told they’re “too much” — welcome. Every Tuesday, join host Alessia Maria — a neuroscience and economics undergrad — for unfiltered conversations about the messy, beautiful process of figuring yourself out. We ask the hard questions: Who are you without the pressure to be likable? Why do we shrink ourselves to fit in? Can softness be strength? This podcast isn’t a step-by-step guide to fix your life. It’s one that holds space for you to understand it. Expect solo chats and honest takes that challenge what you’ve been taught — all made to feel like a chat with a friend over coffee. Life is messy, and I’m here to share it with you. Will you listen in?Stay connectedAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC.* About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newslettersending hugs - alessia maria This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Is thrifting trending and why? Is it actually the solution? Let’s chat.Chapters* 00:00- intro* 01:36- fashion style* 05:40- fast fashion* 09:25- thrifting + challenging your style* 13:50- unique individual style* 16:45- sustainabilityPrefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastFor the overthinkers, the deep feelers, and the women who’ve been told they’re “too much” — welcome. Every Tuesday, join host Alessia Maria — a neuroscience and economics undergrad — for unfiltered conversations about the messy, beautiful process of figuring yourself out. We ask the hard questions: Who are you without the pressure to be likable? Why do we shrink ourselves to fit in? Can softness be strength? This podcast isn’t a step-by-step guide to fix your life. It’s one that holds space for you to understand it. Expect solo chats and honest takes that challenge what you’ve been taught — all made to feel like a chat with a friend over coffee. Life is messy, and I’m here to share it with you. Will you listen in?Stay connectedAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC.* About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newslettersending hugs - alessia maria This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

I’m on birth control. I probably always will be. Now that we've got that out of the way, let’s chat.Chapters* 00:00- intro* 00:29- stigma* 02:00- PMDD* 05:02- unnatural?* 10:20- birth control is medical* 12:12- subscribing to the patriarchy?* 13:40- let’s not pressure each other* 16:30- more PMDD talk* 18:30- influencers, hear me loud and clearPrefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastFor the overthinkers, the deep feelers, and the women who’ve been told they’re “too much” — welcome. Every Tuesday, join host Alessia Maria — a neuroscience and economics undergrad — for unfiltered conversations about the messy, beautiful process of figuring yourself out. We ask the hard questions: Who are you without the pressure to be likable? Why do we shrink ourselves to fit in? Can softness be strength? This podcast isn’t a step-by-step guide to fix your life. It’s one that holds space for you to understand it. Expect solo chats and honest takes that challenge what you’ve been taught — all made to feel like a chat with a friend over coffee. Life is messy, and I’m here to share it with you. Will you listen in?Stay connectedAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC.* About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newslettersending hugs - alessia maria This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Chaptersa lil thought journal for today about boundaries vs avoidance...* 00:00- distraction at its prime* 00:15- avoidance ≠ peace* 02:33- fear of responsibility* 06:08- the fine but somehow also abundantly clear line between the two* 09:32- an example* 12:53- it’s not peace* 17:04- at least make an effortPrefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastFor the overthinkers, the deep feelers, and the women who’ve been told they’re “too much” — welcome. Every Tuesday, join host Alessia Maria — a neuroscience and economics undergrad — for unfiltered conversations about the messy, beautiful process of figuring yourself out. We ask the hard questions: Who are you without the pressure to be likable? Why do we shrink ourselves to fit in? Can softness be strength? This podcast isn’t a step-by-step guide to fix your life. It’s one that holds space for you to understand it. Expect solo chats and honest takes that challenge what you’ve been taught — all made to feel like a chat with a friend over coffee. Life is messy, and I’m here to share it with you. Will you listen in?Stay connectedAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC.* About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newslettersending hugs - alessia maria This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

This isn’t the podcast — it’s just us hanging out. Welcome to the “sit with me” series. Sometimes I talk about life, sometimes I call my mom, sometimes I just scroll on my phone. cozy, unfiltered, and probably oversharing. Grab your drink and sit with me.- Alessia MariaChapters: * 00:00- 10K listens* 03:41- a new series loading…* 13:00- the podcast beginning* 20:26- coming up w episode ideas* 21:45- growing up in minnesota* 24:37- writing a book?* 27:40- (TW- SA)* 30:40-loaded up on zyrtec* 32:50- private high schoolPrefer YouTube? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Chapters* 00:00- yes or no?* 01:47- challenge yourself* 02:51- the ebb and flow* 09:14- letting go, life changesPrefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastFor the overthinkers, the deep feelers, and the women who’ve been told they’re “too much” — welcome. Every Tuesday, join host Alessia Maria — a neuroscience and economics undergrad — for unfiltered conversations about the messy, beautiful process of figuring yourself out. We ask the hard questions: Who are you without the pressure to be likable? Why do we shrink ourselves to fit in? Can softness be strength? This podcast isn’t a step-by-step guide to fix your life. It’s one that holds space for you to understand it. Expect solo chats and honest takes that challenge what you’ve been taught — all made to feel like a chat with a friend over coffee. Life is messy, and I’m here to share it with you. Will you listen in?Stay connectedAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC.* About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newslettersending hugs - alessia maria This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

A question I get asked all the time, the way I love life despite the issues thrown my way, the way my rare disease changed my life. Let’s chat. Chapters* 00:00- intro* 01:30- TW mental + physical health* 3:38- be delusional* 07:33- everything sucks* 08:38- stay delusional for each otherPrefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastFor the overthinkers, the deep feelers, and the women who’ve been told they’re “too much” — welcome. Every Tuesday, join host Alessia Maria — a neuroscience and economics undergrad — for unfiltered conversations about the messy, beautiful process of figuring yourself out. We ask the hard questions: Who are you without the pressure to be likable? Why do we shrink ourselves to fit in? Can softness be strength? This podcast isn’t a step-by-step guide to fix your life. It’s one that holds space for you to understand it. Expect solo chats and honest takes that challenge what you’ve been taught — all made to feel like a chat with a friend over coffee. Life is messy, and I’m here to share it with you. Will you listen in?Stay connectedAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC.* About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newslettersending hugs - alessia maria This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Just a lil chat For the overthinkers, the deep feelers, and the women who’ve been told they’re “too much” — welcome.Every Tuesday, join host Alessia Maria — a neuroscience and economics undergrad — for unfiltered conversations about the messy, beautiful process of figuring yourself out. We ask the hard questions: Who are you without the pressure to be likable? Why do we shrink ourselves to fit in? Can softness be strength?This podcast isn’t a step-by-step guide to fix your life. It’s one that holds space for you to understand it. Expect solo chats and honest takes that challenge what you’ve been taught — all made to feel like a chat with a friend over coffee.Life is messy, and I’m here to share it with you. Will you listen in?Stay connectedAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC.* About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newslettersending hugs - alessia maria This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

The truth is, life is never easy. Figuring out what route to take can be difficult, but you’re not alone. Chapters* 00:00- intro* 00:06- the rule book to life* 02:12- life changes + feeling alone* 04:51- making difficult decisions* 09:33- values in decision making* 12:46- feeling lostPrefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastFor the overthinkers, the deep feelers, and the women who’ve been told they’re “too much” — welcome. Every Tuesday, join host Alessia Maria — a neuroscience and economics undergrad — for unfiltered conversations about the messy, beautiful process of figuring yourself out. We ask the hard questions: Who are you without the pressure to be likable? Why do we shrink ourselves to fit in? Can softness be strength? This podcast isn’t a step-by-step guide to fix your life. It’s one that holds space for you to understand it. Expect solo chats and honest takes that challenge what you’ve been taught — all made to feel like a chat with a friend over coffee. Life is messy, and I’m here to share it with you. Will you listen in?Stay connectedAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC.* About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newslettersending hugs - alessia maria This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

I lived in Australia for half a year! What did I learn from moving abroad?Prefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastFor the overthinkers, the deep feelers, and the women who’ve been told they’re “too much” — welcome. Every Tuesday, join host Alessia Maria — a neuroscience and economics undergrad — for unfiltered conversations about the messy, beautiful process of figuring yourself out. We ask the hard questions: Who are you without the pressure to be likable? Why do we shrink ourselves to fit in? Can softness be strength? This podcast isn’t a step-by-step guide to fix your life. It’s one that holds space for you to understand it. Expect solo chats and honest takes that challenge what you’ve been taught — all made to feel like a chat with a friend over coffee. Life is messy, and I’m here to share it with you. Will you listen in?Stay connectedAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC.* About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newslettersending hugs - alessia maria This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Drinking underage? Drugs & pressure? Turning 21? Safety? Boundaries? Let's talk.Chapters* 00:00- so what is drinking-ish and how did I get here?* 09:05- let’s chat* 11:32- your journeyPrefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastFor the overthinkers, the deep feelers, and the women who’ve been told they’re “too much” — welcome. Every Tuesday, join host Alessia Maria — a neuroscience and economics undergrad — for unfiltered conversations about the messy, beautiful process of figuring yourself out. We ask the hard questions: Who are you without the pressure to be likable? Why do we shrink ourselves to fit in? Can softness be strength? This podcast isn’t a step-by-step guide to fix your life. It’s one that holds space for you to understand it. Expect solo chats and honest takes that challenge what you’ve been taught — all made to feel like a chat with a friend over coffee. Life is messy, and I’m here to share it with you. Will you listen in?Stay connectedAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC.* About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newslettersending hugs - alessia maria This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Learning to embrace the mundane, especially in such a fast-paced society.Chapters* 00:00- intro* 00:45- understanding yourself* 03:45 - embrace the mundane* 05:35- the online space* 08:54- stay present* 09:47- accepting where you arePrefer Spotify? Prefer YouTube?About the PodcastFor the overthinkers, the deep feelers, and the women who’ve been told they’re “too much” — welcome. Every Tuesday, join host Alessia Maria — a neuroscience and economics undergrad — for unfiltered conversations about the messy, beautiful process of figuring yourself out. We ask the hard questions: Who are you without the pressure to be likable? Why do we shrink ourselves to fit in? Can softness be strength? This podcast isn’t a step-by-step guide to fix your life. It’s one that holds space for you to understand it. Expect solo chats and honest takes that challenge what you’ve been taught — all made to feel like a chat with a friend over coffee. Life is messy, and I’m here to share it with you. Will you listen in?Stay connectedAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC.* About the Podcast* Instagram* Website* Newslettersending hugs - alessia maria This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

We need to talk about medication. Talking all about my experience on medication, with PMDD and panic disorder, and limiting beliefs. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Sometimes you need a break. Sometimes you need to ask for help. Sometimes you wonder why bad things happen. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Listen now | I've had a lot of conversations with people about forgiveness, and there is one main misconception I find. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Talking about body image today. Since I have deepened my practice in yoga, my experience has completely changed. Tell us what has helped you with body positivity. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

For anyone new here, I just moved back home to Minnesota after living in Australia for half a year. Now that I’m home, I’m giving myself a bit of a pep talk on slowing down and getting into routine. I honestly didn’t know what to expect in the process, but I’m finding a lot of learning opportunities.Also, while I was away we hit 7,000 listens on the podcast- thank you so much to you all and I have a special surprise planned for when we hit 10K! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

I've been wanting to sit down and record this episode for quite some time now. I've talked about my experience with PANDAS Disorder online before, but I haven't talked about the lasting effects that came from it. Living with panic disorder has been difficult, but I've learned a few ways to manage and work alongside my mental health, not against it. Sending so many hugs to anyone listening- its a heavy one today About the Podcast If you’re new here- welcome to Eunoia with me, Alessia Maria! My life is messy, and I’m here to share it with you. By doing so, I hope that we can find ourselves and embrace the raw, honest moments in life, together. Join us for honest conversations, life lessons, and more :) Chapters* 00:00- intro * 00:26- the journey * 01:21- anxiety vs panic * 03:30- realizing I have panic disorder * 04:30- it isn’t a life sentence * 06:35- your full potential * 07:38- understanding yourself * 10:05- life after a rare disease * 12:52- medication * 15:27- training your brain * 18:02- living with panic disorder * 18:54- my message for you * 26:00- moving forwardPrefer to watch?Stay connected Alessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC. About the PodcastInstagramWebsitesending hugs - alessia maria This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Redefining what relationships mean to me. Sending hugs!* This episode was pre-recorded March 17, 2025Chapters* 00:00- intro * 00:19- past relationships * 01:10- self esteem * 02:41- finding yourself * 04:38- redefining connection * 05:42- coming to terms with where you are * 07:08- moving forwardPrefer to watch?Stay connectedAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC.About the PodcastInstagramWebsiteNewslettersending hugs - alessia maria This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

*This episode was pre-recorded. Prefer to watch?Stay connectedAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC.About the PodcastInstagramWebsiteNewslettersending hugs - alessia maria This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

The ebb and flow of lifeChapters* 0:00- intro * 00:13- the ebb and flow of life * 00:50 - the habit that hurts us * 01:59 - a classic example * 02:32 - not everything is meant to stay * 03:28- listening to life * 04:23- truly moving on * 06:04- forgive doesn't mean forget * 06:31- opening doors * 07:03- the never-ending questions * 07:49- the pastPrefer to watch?Stay connectedAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC.About the PodcastInstagramWebsiteNewslettersending hugs - alessia maria This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Prefer to watch?Stay connectedAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC.About the PodcastInstagramWebsiteNewslettersending hugs - alessia maria This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Prefer to watch?Stay connectedAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC.About the PodcastInstagramWebsiteNewslettersending hugs - alessia maria This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

I moved 9,000 miles away from home...with a panic disorder. My panic attacks seem to stem from having PMDD and PANDAS disorder. I knew the transition might be rough, so today I'm talking all about how it went for me moving with a panic disorder, transitions + what comes next!Chapters* 00:00- I moved... * 01:34- studying abroad in sydney * 02:13 - the transition * 02:30 - panic disorder * 03:51 - am I homesick? * 04:51- victimization mode * 07:11 - pep talk for transitions * 08:53 - take it day by day * 11:09- 'why did I do this?'Prefer to watch?Stay connectedAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC.About the PodcastInstagramWebsiteNewslettersending hugs - alessia maria This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Skip ahead: 00:00- intro 00:27 - the online space + FOMO 01:17 - what is FOMO? 02:12- where gratitude comes in 04:49 - the ‘why’ 05:54 - being careful about what you get 09:34 - being grateful for what you have 10:06- will it bring me joy? 12:29 - something new coming…or watch on YouTube! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

accidentally became a brutally honest episode. thoughts? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

lessons from yoga teacher training…Prefer to watch?Stay connectedAlessia Maria, Founder & CEO, Eunoia, LLC.About the PodcastInstagramWebsiteNewslettersending hugs - alessia maria This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

been working on embracing minimalism and timelessness and it's changed the way I view things This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

is 2025 the year when we value authenticity even more? what might the year look like? why are we moving toward genuineness? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

how to start the new year on the right foot and with good intentionsa few chapters: 00:00- intro 00:14- happy new year00:53- letter to self 01:50- looking back on the last year - self discovery, recovering from past relationship, slowing down10:19- the last 5 years14:53- what I learned this year 17:53- 202518:04- start the new year This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

how to build genuine connections and authenticity in relationships and everyday life This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

a lil q&a for you all as promised: spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/31dzclo2tqxbyacbv6vfy22ghbaqinsta: instagram.com/amariavn This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

you are meant to be unique, so how can you celebrate your individuality? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

bad days happen, here’s a pep talk you might need.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

Getting your life together is not as easy as it looks. This is what they don't tell you about getting organized. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com

I struggle with social media and comparison. how do I navigate it? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amariavn.substack.com