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Literally My Life
by Alex El-Amin/ Chicago Barbie
Literally My Life: My Guide To Girlhood is a passion project by Alexandra El-Amin, inspired by her journey of overcoming significant health challenges. This podcast explores the highs and lows of girlhood with real conversations on trauma, healing, breakups, self-love, and more. Through raw honesty and motivational advice, Alexandra shares her story and life lessons to help you embrace every part of your journey. Whether you’re facing heartbreak or rediscovering yourself, this podcast is here to guide and inspire.
Episodes
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COLLEGE GAME DAY VLOG! CU Boulder vs Utah + Family Weekend Tour!
Hey guys, it's Chicago Barbie! Welcome back to Literally My Life!Yesterday was absolutely packed for Family Weekend here at the University of Colorado Boulder! My sisters came up to visit me, so I gave them a full campus tour before heading over to Folsom Field to watch the Buffs take on the Utah...
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Literally Part of the Prime Family (with Neveah Hales)
Hey besties! Welcome back to another episode of Literally My Life! This week, your favorite Chicago Barbie is sitting down with the one and only Nevaeh Hales, the gorgeous niece of the legendary Coach Prime, Deion Sanders! Ever wondered what it’s literally like growing up in one of the most…
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Literally My Life: Chicago Barbie is BACK in Boulder
(Video episode available on Spotify and YouTube) Chicago Barbie's Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/literally... Barbie's LTK: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/Chica... / tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chicagobarbie... Alex form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA......
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73 Questions With Chicago Barbie
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theliterall... TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chicagobarbie... Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/alexelamin YT: / @chicagobarbiepresents Get ready, because we are stripping back the layers. In this highly anticipated episode of Literally My Life, I am...
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The Art Of Reinventing Yourself
How many times are we allowed to reinvent ourselves?If you ask me—the answer is as many times as it takes.In this week’s episode of Literally My Life, we’re talking about the art of reinvention—why changing isn’t something to fear, but something to embrace. Whether you’re outgrowing a…
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You Can Run, But You Can't Hide
IG; https://www.instagram....Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com...Substack: https://open.substack....YouTube:  / @chicagobarbiepresents Can you really outrun your past—or does it always find a way to catch up with you?In this week’s episode of Literally My Life, I’m opening up about a moment that...
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Ask Alex Advice, Hot Takes & Getting to Know Chicago Barbie
IG; https://www.instagram.com/theliterall...Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chicagobarbie...Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/alexelaminYouTube: / @chicagobarbiepresents This week on Literally My Life, we’re doing something special: Ask Alex 💌In the first half of this episode, I’m…
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Chicago Barbie Summer: What We’re Doing + What We’re Leaving
(VIDEO EPISODE ON SPOTIFY AND YOUTUBE!)IG: https://www.instagram.com/theliterall...https://www.instagram.com/mschicagoba...TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chicagobarbie...Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/alexelaminYouTube: https://open.substack.com/pub/alexelaminWelcome back to Literally…
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The End of the Beginning (Turning 19 & Closing Freshman Year)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theliterall...TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chicagobarbie...Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/alexelaminYT: / @chicagobarbiepresents In this episode of Literally My Life, I’m opening up about the end of my freshman year of college and turning 19—what...
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When Everything Falls Apart At Once (and how to regroup without losing yourself)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theliterall...TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chicagobarbie...Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/alexelaminYT: / @chicagobarbiepresents When everything falls apart at once… what do you do?This episode is all about navigating unexpected setbacks, staying...
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Literally My Life Update!
Tickets to Literally My Life Live: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/literally-my-life-with-chicago-barbie-tickets-1987106946368IG: https://www.instagram.com/theliterallymylifepodcast?igsh=MXV4YnVienRqYWlncg%3D%3D&utm_source=qrTikTok:...
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How To Raise Your Standards (and How To Never Lower Them)
At some point, you have to sit down with yourself and ask… why am I accepting this?In this episode, I’m talking about raising your standards, why we ignore red flags (even when they’re literally screaming at us), and how I’ve learned to choose myself every single time — even when it’s hard.From...
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I Love Me More
Description: (Video episode available on Spotify and YouTube)IG: / / TikTok: / chicagobarbie...ask Alex form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA... Literally My Life: The Newsletter: https://substack.com/@alexelaminchica “I love you, Richard. But I love me more.”In this...
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When Am I Going To Get Over It? (A Conversation About Healing)
(Video episode available on Spotify and YouTube)IG: / / TikTok: Chicago Barbie (@chicagobarbiepresents) | TikTokAsk Alex: form:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf7wfs0VrPq3T1yZP-TKAKA8ZhWLiterally My Life: The Newsletter: https://substack.com/@alexelaminchica When am I going…
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Big Girl Lessons I Had to Learn the Hard Way
Description: (Video episode available on Spotify and YouTube) IG: https://www.instagram.com/elaminalexandra13/ https://www.instagram.com/literallymylifemgtgpodcast/ TikTok: / chicagobarbie...ask Alex form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA... Literally My Life: The Newsletter:...
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Your Fear of Looking Stupid Is Holding You Back (How to Go for Your Dreams Without Fear)
(Video episode available on Spotify and YouTube) Chicago Barbie's Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/literallymylifemgtg?ref_=cm_sw_r_mwn_aipsfshop_YY86GW29P0FR3S1JH6Q7&language=en-US&ccs_id=17283c9a-a30e-4f78-9bac-353d57018f8e Chicago Barbie's LTK:...
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Welcome to 2026! | NEW YEAR, NEW DELUSIONS🌟🎉| Literally My Life Podcast
2026 is here and I'm walking into with clarity, confidence, and intention. In this episode, I reflect on everything that shaped me in 2025 (and tried to break me).and talk about what it means to stop playing small, to trust God's timing, and to finally move like the girl I've always known I was...
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Gratitude Is The Attitude: A Literally My Life Christmas
(Video episode available on Spotify and YouTube)Chicago Barbie's Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/literallymylifemgtg?ref_=cm_sw_r_mwn_aipsfshop_YY86GW29P0FR3S1JH6Q7&language=en-US&ccs_id=17283c9a-a30e-4f78-9bac-353d57018f8eChicago Barbie's LTK:...
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If I Met Me for the First Time…(Bonus Episode)
(Video episode available on Spotify and YouTube)Chicago Barbie's Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/literally...Chicago Barbie's LTK: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/Chica...IG: / / TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chicagobarbie...Ask Alex form:...
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After the Hospital: The Story I Never Told (Two Years Later)
(Video episode available on Spotify and YouTube) Chicago Barbie's Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/literallymylifemgtg?ref_=cm_sw_r_mwn_aipsfshop_YY86GW29P0FR3S1JH6Q7&language=en-US&ccs_id=17283c9a-a30e-4f78-9bac-353d57018f8e Chicago Barbie's LTK:...
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You Can’t Break a Girl Who Rebrands (ft Tatum)
(Video episode available on Spotify and YouTube) Chicago Barbie's Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/literallymylifemgtg?ref_=cm_sw_r_mwn_aipsfshop_YY86GW29P0FR3S1JH6Q7&language=en-US&ccs_id=17283c9a-a30e-4f78-9bac-353d57018f8e Chicago Barbie's LTK:...
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Barbie Thoughts: Things I've Been Obsessed With This Week
(Video episode available on Spotify and YouTube) Chicago Barbie's Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/literallymylifemgtg?ref_=cm_sw_r_mwn_aipsfshop_YY86GW29P0FR3S1JH6Q7&language=en-US&ccs_id=17283c9a-a30e-4f78-9bac-353d57018f8e Chicago Barbie's LTK:...
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When Life Got Loud, God Whispered Louder: Lessons From The Woman I'm Becoming
(Video episode available on Spotify and YouTube)IG: / / TikTok: / chicagobarbie...ask Alex form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA... Literally My Life: The Newsletter: https://substack.com/@alexelaminchica This week, Chicago Barbie returns home - and back to herself. In...
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Literally My Life: Chicago Barbie in Boulder
College. Faith. Girlhood. Growth. 💕 In this episode, Alexandra El-Amin — aka Chicago Barbie — opens up about what it’s really like starting her new chapter in Boulder. From homesickness and culture shock to rediscovering confidence and staying grounded in faith, she shares the real, raw, and...
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Getting Myself Out Of A Funk
(Video episode available on Spotify and YouTube) IG: https://www.instagram.com/elaminalexandra13/ https://www.instagram.com/literallymylifemgtgpodcast/ TikTok: / chicagobarbie...ask Alex form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA... Literally My Life: The Newsletter:...
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A Complete Breakdown of Carrie & Mr. Big (Why Situationships & Carrie Bradshaw Are the Worst)
(Video episode available on Spotify and YouTube) Ig: / elaminalexandra13 / literallymylifemgtgpodcast Tiktok: / chicagobarbie...ask Alex form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA... My Life: The Newsletter: https://substack.com/@alexelaminchica...This week, I’m breaking down the toxic...
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The (Real) Glow Up Is Internal
(Video episode available on Spotify and YouTube)Ig: / elaminalexandra13 / literallymylifemgtgpodcast Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chicagobarbie...Ask Alex form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA...Literally My Life: The Newsletter: https://substack.com/@alexelaminchica... In this episode…
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Healing in Private, Glowing in Public
(Video Episode available on Spotify and Youtube) IG: https://www.instagram.com/elaminalexandra13/ https://www.instagram.com/literallymylifemgtgpodcast/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chicagobarbiepresents?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Ask Alex form:...
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17 Things I Knew At 17 (Part 1) (Video Episode)
(VIDEO EPISODE ON SPOTIFY & YOUTUBE)Instagram: / literallymy... / literallymylifemgtgask Alex form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yAOO... Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/literally... https://substack.com/@alexelaminchica...Today’s episode is super special because…
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Dear Little Sis… Everything I Wish I Knew About Girlhood
(VIDEO EPISODE ON SPOTIFY & YOUTUBE)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/literallymy... / literallymylifemgtgask Alex form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yAOO... Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/literally... https://substack.com/@alexelaminchica...This episode is so close to my...
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Surviving the Mean Girls & Winning in Life: Aashyrah’s Story & High School Drama Unpacked
(VIDEO EPISODE ON SPOTIFY & YOUTUBE)VOTE FOR AASHYRAH HERE: https://danceicon.org/2025/aashyrah-bennett?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaZinohRsIakKqxa21zKtglCLf2z-fkgqprj7TnJYuyKvfMGemoLbyZD4k8_aem_3y5qPoLfEBAn7RqH2iaSowAashyrah"s YT: https://youtube.com/@aashyrahsanaa?si=tGQ1wKzyqyHZJ8U_Aashyrah's…
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Girl, You’re Not Getting Played Again: The Ultimate Glow-Up Guide (Video Episode)
bare minimum(VIDEO EPISODE ON SPOTIFY & YOUTUBE)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/literallymy... / literallymylifemgtgask Alex form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yAOO... Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/literally... https://substack.com/@alexelaminchica... Ladies, we’ve all...
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Things Your Momma Never Told You: A Girl Talk (Birth Control, Periods, Tampons, And More) (Ft. Skyy) (Video Episode)
(VIDEO EPISODE ON SPOTIFY & YOUTUBE)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/literallymy... / literallymylifemgtgask Alex form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yAOO... Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/literally... https://substack.com/@alexelaminchica...Let’s talk about it ALL—birth...
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No Reaction, No Worry: Harnessing the Power of Prayer and Stillness
(VIDEO EPISODE ON SPOTIFY & YOUTUBE)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/literallymylifemgtgpodcast/?locale=no&hl=enTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@literallymylifemgtgAsk Alex form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yAOO...Amazon Storefront:...
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You're THAT Girl (Even When You Don't Feel Like It)
(VIDEO EPISODE ON SPOTIFY & YOUTUBE)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/literallymylifemgtgpodcast/?locale=no&hl=enTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@literallymylifemgtgAsk Alex form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yAOO...Amazon Storefront:...
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God’s Plan > My Plan: Why Holding On is Holding You Back (Video Epsiode)
(VIDEO EPISODE ON SPOTIFY & YOUTUBE) Instagram: / Tiktok: / literallymylifemgtg Ask Alex form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yAOO... Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/literally... So many of us struggle with surrendering our lives completely to God—myself included. In...
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Ciara’s Prayer – Defining What Love Really Is Ahead of Valentine's Day (Video Episode)
(VIDEO EPISODE ON SPOTIFY & YOUTUBE) Instagram: / Tiktok: / literallymylifemgtg Ask Alex form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yAOO... Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/literally... Newsletter: https://substack.com/@alexelaminchica... As Valentine’s Day approaches…
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When You Come From A Burning House, You’ll Think The Whole World Is On Fire (How I Stopped Creating Chaos and Self-Sabotaging) – Video Episode
(VIDEO EPISODE ON SPOTIFY & YOUTUBE) Instagram: / Tiktok: / literallymylifemgtg Ask Alex form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yAOO... Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/literally... Newsletter: https://substack.com/@alexelaminchica... In this episode of Literally My...
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My Reputation’s Never Been Worse (And I Don’t Care) (Video Episode) (Re-Upload)
(VIDEO EPISODE ON SPOTIFY & YOUTUBE) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/literallymylifemgtgpodcast/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@literallymylifemgtg Ask Alex form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yAOO-T5HHczeLZcvm9erJWLUayUY8UEW_rAH8OIRPiY/edit?pli=1#responses Amazon Storefront:...
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Things We Are Letting Go Of In 2025 (Video Episode)
(VIDEO EPISODE ON SPOTIFY AND YOUTUBE) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/literallymylifemgtgpodcast/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@literallymylifemgtg Ask Alex form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yAOO-T5HHczeLZcvm9erJWLUayUY8UEW_rAH8OIRPiY/edit?pli=1#responses Amazon Storefront:...
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The Best Part of Losing Everything is Getting It All Back: How God Will Put You Back Together in Front of the People That Broke You (Video Episode)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/literallymylifemgtgpodcast/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@literallymylifemgtg Ask Alex form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yAOO-T5HHczeLZcvm9erJWLUayUY8UEW_rAH8OIRPiY/edit?pli=1#responses Amazon Storefront:...
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Not Everyone Is Going To Like You, (And That's Okay) (Video Episode)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/literallymylifemgtgpodcast/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@literallymylifemgtg Ask Alex form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yAOO-T5HHczeLZcvm9erJWLUayUY8UEW_rAH8OIRPiY/edit?pli=1#responses Amazon Storefront:...
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It's Okay, You're Okay (A Reassuring Girl Talk) (Video Episode)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/literallymylifemgtgpodcast/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@literallymylifemgtg Ask Alex form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yAOO-T5HHczeLZcvm9erJWLUayUY8UEW_rAH8OIRPiY/edit?pli=1#responses Amazon Storefront:...
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Navigating Life in the Public Eye: Faith, Privacy, and the Rebrand (Video Episode)
In this episode of Literally My Life: My Guide to Girlhood, I’m sharing a full update on where I’ve been and what’s been happening in my life since my last episode. From my personal transformation and getting baptized to the exciting rebrand of the podcast, we’re covering it all. I’ll be…
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Grow Through What You Go Through (Video Episode)
In this episode, I’m getting real and raw about life’s uncertainties and how I’m learning to embrace the journey, even when things feel overwhelming. Growing through what you go through is a process—one that doesn’t always come with immediate answers or easy solutions, but it’s something I’m...
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Just Because I Carry It Well Doesn't Mean It's Not Heavy (A Conversation About Trauma) (Video Episode)
In this episode of Literally My Life: My Guide To Girlhood, I dive deep into the reality of trauma and how, just because I carry it well, doesn’t mean it’s not heavy. I opened up about a pivotal moment in my life—the summer after my sophomore year—when my health took a serious hit and everything...
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Finding Your People (How to Make Meaningful Friendships, Make Them Last, and Avoid Fake Friends)
In this episode of Literally My Life: My Guide To Girlhood, I'm diving deep into my journey of finding genuine friendships. After navigating my junior year alone, I'll be sharing how that experience shaped my approach to building meaningful connections. I'll talk about the standards and…
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Finding Myself: How a Breakup Changed My Life for the Better (Video Episode)
In this episode, I’m getting really personal and sharing the story of how my breakup after freshman year completely changed who I am as a person and as a girlfriend. This was my first love, and at the time, I thought everything was perfect. But things quickly went wrong, and it taught me so much...
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Back to In-Person School & Running for Senior Class Treasurer (Video Episode)
In this episode, we dive into the exciting and challenging experience of returning to in-person school after a long period of virtual learning. I share my personal journey of adjusting back to physical classrooms, reconnecting with friends, and navigating the new social dynamics of senior year....
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Nothing Changes Unless YOU Change (Video Episode)
In this empowering solo episode, we dive deep into the idea that real, lasting change starts from within. Titled "Nothing is Going to Change Unless You Change," this episode is all about taking control of your life by embracing personal growth, healing, and self-love. I explore how self-awareness...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Literally My Life: My Guide To Girlhood is a passion project by Alexandra El-Amin, inspired by her journey of overcoming significant health challenges. This podcast explores the highs and lows of girlhood with real conversations on trauma, healing, breakups, self-love, and more. Through raw honesty and motivational advice, Alexandra shares her story and life lessons to help you embrace every part of your journey. Whether you’re facing heartbreak or rediscovering yourself, this podcast is here to guide and inspire.
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Literally My Life: My Guide To Girlhood is a passion project by Alexandra El-Amin, inspired by her journey of overcoming significant health challenges. This podcast explores the highs and lows of girlhood with real conversations on trauma, healing, breakups, self-love, and more. Through raw honesty...
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