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Mindful and Aware
by Mia Stokes
Mindful and Aware is a podcast about building emotional intelligence, deep self-love, and independence from the inside out. Through psychology, spirituality, and real-life experiences, each episode explores how to understand yourself better, regulate your emotions, trust your inner voice, and step into your personal power. This is honest, down-to-earth self-care—less perfection, more self-awareness. A space to grow, feel your emotions, heal, and connect to your most authentic self through all the waves of life. p.s. cuss words included lol
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IT'S NOT THAT DEEP: a message for the easily annoyed (LOL)
While writing out the description for this conversation, I had just finished it & felt very good about it. Then, suddenly, my laptop glitched & the entire thing disappeared. Immediately, I grunted & felt angry & annoyed that this happened. THEN, I PAUSED & LAUGHED TO MYSELF BECAUSE WOW, THIS IS...
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play life like a game
Make life more exciting by not taking it so seriously. This pod is all about the intersection of serious & play. Listen to this to learn how to enjoy life (& yourself) a little more by becoming aware of what decisions need more of your attention & energy & what decisions really don't need as…
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focus more on you than them
When we begin getting to know someone, we may suddenly start to constantly think about what they are up to, why they aren't texting back, or we may create a certain idea of them in our heads that we want them to be. This may lead to us getting hurt, upset, disappointed, or freaking out over how...
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LOOK AT HOW FAR YOU'VE COME
First things first, this podcast episode is not about optimism. It is about self-recognition, self-trust, compassion, & understanding yourself. Listen to this when you are on a journey to reach a certain goal or create a certain vision of life, yourself, a project, etc., & you are now…
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when you don't feel like yourself
This pod is about those moments when we don’t feel like ourselves—when the people we’re around, the environment we’re in, or everything happening in our heads influences how we show up. Instead of beating ourselves up for those moments, let's chat about why they can actually be opportunities to...
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when you got off track from your goals & feel like you've failed
When you get off track from your goals, it can be easy to convince yourself that you’ve failed. You miss a few days of your routine. Life gets busy. You get distracted, go on vacation, stay up late with friends, or simply stop doing the things you promised yourself you would do. Suddenly, you…
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TAKE UP SPACE
What does it actually mean to take up space? Let's chat about what it looks like to stop shrinking yourself for other people and start letting yourself fully exist as who you are. Taking up space isn’t about being the loudest person in the room—it’s about allowing yourself to.... feel your…
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when you're living for everyone but yourself....
You don't have to keep giving your life, energy, or authenticity to something just because you've already committed to it or because someone else thinks it's right for you. I’m talking about what happens when we spend too much of our time, energy, and attention trying to make other people happy…
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reconnect to your true, authentic self: remembering who you are
For the ones on a healing or self-growth journey Sometimes, we become so attached to the identity of the person we were when we were in that relationship, doing that career, or reaching that goal. So much so that we lose ourselves. We may find ourselves remaining in the identity of that past...
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Lean Into Your Fears, Be Spontaneous, & Live Authentically
In this pod: The importance of spontaneity in personal growth Overcoming fears of rejection, failure, and embarrassment The role of survival instincts in holding us back Practical steps to act spontaneously and build self-trust The significance of curiosity over judgment in facing fears…
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CHANGE IS SCARY. staying unhappy is scarier.
you deserve to live a life that you love. you deserve to walk away from what does not feel aligned. you deserve to plant seeds of your dream life, care for them, grow them, & watch them evolve. This pod episode is all about change. AHHHH I'M SCARED!!! exactly LOL Let's talk about the fact that...
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Stop Overlooking the Little Things | The Secret to Enjoying Life More
Pause. Observe. Acknowledge. In this episode of Mindful & Aware, we're talking about why we often overlook the small moments that make life meaningful—and how learning to notice them can completely shift the way you experience your days. From your morning coffee and your favorite songs to…
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When Fear Gets in the Way of Creating a Life You Love | Fear vs. Intuition
Listen to this when you are dreaming of this amazing life you want for yourself, and fear is getting in the way of reaching that point. This could be... -fear of rejection -fear of embarrassment -fear of failure -fear of the unknown -comparing yourself to others -fear of change However you feel,...
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Feeling Lost Might be Your Greatest Redirection
Have you ever felt completely lost after a breakup, rejection, career change, or life just not going the way you planned? In this episode, I yap about why feeling lost doesn't always mean you're off track, failing, or doing something wrong. Most of the time, it's actually life redirecting you...
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PSA: You're doing enough! (100% may look different each day)
Listen to this episode if.... you struggle to know when to give yourself a break (so instead you burn out) resting feels lazy or "unproductive" you get mad at yourself for feeling tired or for lacking motivation, creativity, or a social battery you feel like you constantly need to add a million...
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You're not quitting, you're realigning
In this episode, I talk about why quitting isn’t actually failure—and how it can be one of the most powerful decisions you make for yourself. I share my perspective on outgrowing relationships, careers, goals, and environments, and why you’re allowed to walk away from anything that no longer…
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Dark Feminine Energy: Boundaries, Authenticity, & Personal Power
What is the dark feminine, and why is it so powerful? In Part 2 of this conversation on the Mindful and Aware Podcast, I sit down with Amanda Nicole to talk about the side of feminine energy that isn’t talked about enough—boundaries, truth, and self-honoring. For so long, many of us have been...
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Feminine Energy Explained: Flow, Emotions & Personal Transformation
What does feminine energy actually mean? In part 1 of this pod episode, Amanda Nicole, host of the Chaos Makes Magic Podcast, and I chat about the deeper meaning of feminine energy beyond the aesthetic often seen online. Feminine energy is not about being passive or soft. It is about flow,...
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Trauma Bonds, Narcissistic Abuse, & Reclaiming Your Power w/Kerry Rasenberger
In Part 2, certified life coach Kerry Rasenberger and I go deeper. What actually happens in a toxic relationship? Why does it feel addictive? Why is leaving so painful — even when you’re the one who walks away? We unpack: Trauma bonding and why it feels impossible to detach Narcissistic traits…
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Knowing Your Worth & Why It's So Hard to Leave Toxic Relationships w/Kerry Rasenberger
In Part 1 of this conversation with certified life coach Kerry Rasenberger, we dive into the difference between knowing your worth and actually embodying it. Why is it so hard to leave a relationship when you know it isn’t right for you? Why do we ignore red flags? Why does love bombing feel so...
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Choosing Yourself: Boundaries, Dating, & Conscious Living w/Joanna Adarna (PART 2)
In Part Two of this Mindful and Aware chat, self-love & confidence coach, Joanna Adarna, & I to take everything we discussed in Part One and bring it into real life. This episode is about application — how self-love shows up in dating, friendships, boundaries, and everyday choices. We talk about...
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Alignment, Authenticity, & the Cost of Self-Abandonment w/Joanna Adarna (PART 1)
In Part One of this Mindful & Aware pod, I’m joined by self-love and confidence coach Joanna Adarna to talk about what self-love actually means — beyond aesthetics, myths, or external approval. We break down how to stop abandoning yourself in relationships, friendships, and everyday decisions…
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Live for you, not for them
This is your life. Live unapologetically authentic and make decisions that resonate with your true self. This M&A episode explores self-care as a continuous act of consciousness, the significance of personal choices, & the necessity of remaining aligned with your own energy. Use this pod as a...
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Learning to Know & Trust Yourself: Building Connection Within
In this episode, I talk about building and strengthening the relationship you have with yourself—and why that connection is the foundation of self-love, emotional intelligence, confidence, and trust. Learn how the way you speak to yourself, keep promises to yourself, and show up for yourself...
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Listen when you feel guilty for resting
For the people who are contemplating taking a sick day, feel guilty for saying no to plans, or decide that they want to stay at home alone on a Friday night to rest. You deserve to take moments (or a whole day) for yourself to recharge your energy, find stillness, sit with your emotions, &...
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Intentionally choose friendships that are good for you
This M&A episode focuses on choosing friendships that actually feel good — the ones where you can be your real self, feel supported, and leave hangouts feeling lighter, not drained. I also chat about trusting the vibes, staying aligned with your energy, outgrowing connections that don’t match who...
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a reminder of HOW POWERFUL YOU ARE
This is a feel-good episode all about stepping into yourpower & doing what makes you happy despite what other people think. Let this be an inspirational reminder of the power that you hold in living your life in a way that makes sense to you. Listen to this when you are ready to embody your most...
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You deserve good things in life
This one’s rooted in so much self-love :) It’s all aboutletting yourself receive feel-good energy & believing that things really can work out in your favor. Here’s to thought reframing, positive self-talk, opening up to receiving, & fully knowing your worth <333 Send this to someone to spread…
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How to Strengthen Your Intuition w/Ella Baker-Puttini
This episode, featuring Ella from @life_with_ellabp, is all about connecting with yourself (& life) on a deeper level. In this pod: -Understanding intuition -How to promote self-awareness & self-connection -Listening to & trusting your gut feelings -Being comfortable with the unknown -When we…
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How to truly self-care
This episode is for anyone who is overwhelmed by the large amount of advice they get on the “best” way to take care of themselves, or who thinks they don’t have time for self-care. At the end of the day, self-care is a very personal and intuitive act that should resonate with you in whatever…
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feeling is healing
This episode is all about emotional healing — being honest with yourself about how you feel and allowing yourself to feel those emotions that come up. If you’ve been heartbroken, tired, or just frustrated with everything, and you’re struggling to give yourself space to feel without judgment, this...
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Give yourself more recognition!!
It's time for you to acknowledge all that you do & the amazing qualities about yourself. We can so easily brush over big & little accomplishments in our lives, then quickly move on to the next thing. This episode is all about pausing to notice those achievements and qualities about yourself that...
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Don't Be So Hard on Yourself: Be Curious, Not Judgmental with Your Emotions
Listen to this when you’re being hard on yourself — whether it’s for feeling too exhausted to focus, too sad to go out, or frustrated with yourself for needing rest. This M&A episode is all about being gentle with yourself and honoring your emotions. It’s easy to fall into judging how we feel,...
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Who deserves access to your energy?
This episode is all about building awareness around who yougive your energy to. Who do you give so much of your love and attention to when they don’t deserve it? Listen to this to remind yourself how valuable you areand to be picky about where your energy goes. In this ep: -The power your energy…
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Shedding Your Past Self to Align with Your Higher Self
Listen to this if you are ready to step into your power and become the version of you that you desire to be. This episode is all about kindly letting go of certain self-beliefs, people, perspectives, and anything else that is holding you back from fully living in your purpose, peace, and…
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The Art of Noticing to Boost Mood, Peace & Awareness
This episode is all about noticing the little things we tend to overlook, which can help us feel a bit better, find clarity, and experience more peace in life. In this episode: -Practicing stillness in a world of social media & hustle culture -Connecting with nature & self -Practicing gratitude…
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Lower Distractions to Raise Your Energy
This episode dives into living presently & takingadvantage of little moments of stillness to help us feel more rooted in ourselves & our lives. Lower distractions from the external world & tune inward to your highest self. This episode is all about feeling grounded and sitting in your divine…
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A Narrative Therapeutic Approach to Boosting Self-Esteem & Reframing Negative Self-Beliefs w/Psychotherapist, Phil Lane
In this episode, Phil Lane (LCSW) and I chat about… -What narrative therapy is & implementing its practicesinto your daily life -Understanding personal narratives & factors leading toyour self-image -Externalizing problems & a narrative therapeuticapproach to depression, anxiety, & trauma -...
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Ayurveda Health & Healing w/Ayurveda Health Counselor, Brittany Nelson
This episode explores Ayurveda, an ancient healing practice rooted in understanding your body, mind, and energy through nature. Ayurveda is also referred to as "The Science of Life". Ayurveda Health Counselor and Yoga Teacher, BrittanyNelson, breaks down Ayurveda in explaining: -The 3 Pillars of...
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Surrender & Flow
This episode is all about what it means to surrender and flow, especially when life feels overwhelming or out of your control. Explore how letting go can support your mental and emotional health, help you feel more present, and create space for self-compassion and healing. Learn practical ways to...
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How Your Words Create Your Reality: Self-talk, self-image, & self-beliefs
Words matter more than you think — the ones you speak and the ones you believe. They're constantly shaping how you see yourself, how you show up in relationships, the choices you make, and how you perceive reality. Your self-talk can either build your confidence or hold you back from being your...
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Aromatherapy for Well-Being with Aromatherapist Laura Stainer
Let’s talk about holistic approaches to wellness, such asthe practice of aromatherapy for well-being. This podcast episode, featuring Laura Stainer, a practicing aromatherapist, is all about how you can find balance and peace through aromatic techniques. Laura is a former registered nurse and...
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Let People Be Kind to You
It is time to finally start letting people be nice to you. No more saying no when someone is offering their love or kindness to you. You deserve to be thought of, you deserve to be shown love, and you deserve to feel valued. I also want to point out that this episode is not all about romance....
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Navigating Long-Distance Relationships w/Emily
In this pod, Emily & I chat about.... -Personal experiences w/long-term relationships -Communication in relationships -Maintaining individuality in relationships -Creative ways to connect while distant -Navigating challenges in long-distance relationships -Healthy distractions & self-care...
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Being Alone vs. Feeling Lonely w/Kanan
This pod is a wild ride that is so worth the listen. Kanan and I hit so many points that took us to so many more insightful conclusions. Here are some topics that we touched on: -Distinguishing loneliness and being alone -Loneliness stemming from internal vs. external circumstances -Coping with...
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Sticking to Your Goals & Dreams When People Doubt You w/Gracie
This episode is for all my peeps who deal with strangers (and even loved ones sometimes) who say that their life plans will not work out or are too hard to achieve. In this episode, my friend Gracie and I chat about staying on track with our life goals despite other opinions or judgments. Some...
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It's okay to feel angry: A chat about self-validation & expressing emotions
OMG I LOVE THIS EPISODE. Listen to this IMMEDIATELY if you are tired of people always saying, "just choose happiness", "just don't let it get to you", or who tell you that you're being negative just because you are angry, stressed, or irritated. This is an episode all about emotional validation &...
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Wellness Stereotypes About Discipline vs. Pleasure & Finding Balance Between the Two w/Felicity
This has got to be one of my favorite podcasts I've recorded. Felicity and I chat about such an important topic, Discipline vs. Pleasure. There are so many wellness stereotypes around being disciplined and avoiding pleasurable activities, so Felicity and I recorded this episode to help you…
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Balancing Social Life, Self-Care & Mental Health w/Ryan
This was such a fun chat. Ryan has a very “unstereotypical” perspective on his social life & mental health that I loved hearing about :) Some topics we chatted about were: - Different meanings of self-care & self-care stereotypes - Social life vs. alone time - The role of social situations in...
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Why is it more difficult to love ourselves than love others? w/Hannah
Tell me why it's so easy to show others love, but so hard to do the same for myself?? If you relate, this episode is for you. In this pod with my lovely lil Aussie, Hannah, we chat all about the following topics: - Self-love perspectives & practices - The struggle of self-compassion - Societal...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Mindful and Aware is a podcast about building emotional intelligence, deep self-love, and independence from the inside out. Through psychology, spirituality, and real-life experiences, each episode explores how to understand yourself better, regulate your emotions, trust your inner voice, and step into your personal power. This is honest, down-to-earth self-care—less perfection, more self-awareness. A space to grow, feel your emotions, heal, and connect to your most authentic self through all the waves of life. p.s. cuss words included lol
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Mia Stokes
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