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Prompting the Soul
by Sleepy Awakening
Hi! I’m Emi, and my love for self improvement, vulnerability and my belief that telling one’s story is our superpower led me to Prompting the Soul. This is a soft, reflective podcast that invites you to pause, breathe, and come home to yourself. One journaling prompt at a time.
Episodes
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34. The Myth of Closure: Is Closure Egotistical?
HIYAH! Today we chatted about emotional closure and explored whether closure is actually necessary to move on, or whether it's kind of egotistical to demand it from people and situations. I also reflected on what it feels like to be on the other side of closure. What if you're the villain in...
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33. Do It Anyway: The Courage to Keep Going
HI! I MISSED YOU! It feels like I am taking a mini vacay every other day with this podcast. As you will hear in today's episode, my perfectionism has kept me away from this project. To honor the main reason I started, I am backkkkk. And I'm excited for what's to come. Use today's episode as your...
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32. Mini Book Review - Dogs, Boys, And Other Things I Cried About
She's on camera?!!!! How fun to try something new! I've been wanting to do a video episode, and I kept waiting for the "right time". No videographer or studio owner came magically knocking at my door, so I decided to do it anyway. I have been really claiming this energy of doing things that make…
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31. Grief & Gratitude: A Year of Prompting the Soul
Hi, Happy Anniversary to the pod! For this episode, I wanted to take the time to talk about what is happening in Venezuela and the aftermath of a tragic natural disaster. I've been feeling so much over the past few weeks, and I've had a hard time thinking of what to talk about. The biggest theme...
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30. Becoming: When the Hard Thing Becomes the Teacher
Happy 30 episodes of Prompting the Soul!!!! Today's episode is a vulnerable one for me. I share my journey with getting my Narcolepsy diagnosis and navigating life with it. Even six years after my diagnosis, I still struggle to find the right words to talk about what it is like to live with it…
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29. Growing Up: The Quiet Grief of Becoming
Being an adult is hard!!!! And while aging is such a blessing, the reality is that it also brings a sense of grief for the life we used to have. I hope you enjoy today's conversation, journaling prompts, and affirmations!!! Thanks for listening.
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28. The "Right" Path: Clarity Cannot Be Forced
HIYAH! It's good to be back. This time, I am hoping to stay for the summer. Lately, I've been haunted by the "what's next?" question. I've seen people around me questioning the same thing. Should I move? Should I go back to school? Should I quit my job? You know the drill. Today I share my own...
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27. Courage to be Average: When Success Is Not The Goal
Hi, we are back with a new episode. This one I didn't even bother taking notes for. I've been thinking and journaling about this for days, and as I was stressed about what to talk about for my next episode, this just made sense. The idea that success shouldn't be my main goal is becoming...
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26. Using Joy as Data: The Importance of Slowing Down
HI, happy 2026! I'm back with a new episode. This one is a bit of a catch-up before we dive into regulating our nervous systems, techniques to slow down, and why chasing JOY is the best medicine for keeping us grounded through life's ups and downs. I had so much fun writing and recording this…
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25. Ending Cycles: What the Year Taught Me
Happy New Year!!!!🎆 I took a few weeks off but had to be back to reflect on 2025 and share the energy I am bringing to 2026. I hope you all had a great holiday break. Enjoy <3
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24. Surrender: The Courage to Be Wrong
Owning our mistakes isn’t easy… but it is the beginning of growth. Ep 24 is all about why it feels so hard to admit we’re wrong , and how we can move through the discomfort with more compassion. Enjoy! ❤️🩹
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23. Self-Identity: Who am I outside of who they told me I was?
In today’s episode I explore the topic of self identity inspired by Tara Westover’s memoir ‘Educated’. A reflection on identity beyond expectations. Enjoy! 🧡
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22. Time is Flying: Where Did the Year Go?
I’M BACK! 💛 This episode dives into why time feels like it’s constantly on fast forward, and how distractions make our days feel shorter, blurrier, and harder to remember. We’re talking about the emotional side of growing up, losing track of time, and reclaiming our attention.And yes… journaling...
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21. Don’t Believe Everything You Think by Joseph Nguyen: Mini Book Review
Today’s episode, we talked about the amazing book “Don’t Believe Everything You Think” by Joseph Nguyen. This book was short, insightful, and mind blowing. I think the author did a great job simplifying the concept of overthinking and provided valuable tools/examples that will surely carry with…
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20. Authenticity: Brave Enough to Be You
Happy 20 episodes of Prompting the Soul! In this episode, I celebrate the milestone with a bit of a pep talk. I turned on the mic and let things flow organically because it felt like the right way to celebrate doing this scary thing. I probably said “like” too many times, and I even got…
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19. The Art of Transition: In the Middle of Change
Hi! In today’s episode, I discuss some quick and practical tips we can apply when we are in the midst of change. Recording this made me realize we are always in some kind of “in between,” and hopefully, these tips are a quick reminder for both of us that we can take things day by day, reach out…
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18. Self-Care: 3 Easy Ways to Bring Joy to Your Week
Hi! Keeping today’s episode pretty simple with three ways to bring some ease to your week. I shared some ideas from a mindfulness walk to coloring. I invite you to do what feels right for you and hopefully this serves as a reminder to take care of yourself by unplugging. Enjoy! 😉
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17. The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins: Mini Book Review
Hi! Today’s episode is a bit different. I talked about Mel Robbins’ book “The Let Them Theory” as a kind of mini book review. Don’t worry! I still included journal prompts and affirmations that tie into the theme. This was such a fun one to record, and I hope you enjoy it! If you’d like more mini...
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16. Timing: Trust the Path
In today’s episode, we talk about trusting the timing of our lives. I share a personal story about my frustrations with wanting things to happen quickly and exactly the way I envision, but life has its own rhythm. As always, we touch on psychological insights and even the Stoic perspective. I…
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15. Abundance Over Scarcity: The World is Wide Enough
Hi there! Okay, in today’s episode we’ talked about the difference between abundance and scarcity, and how encouragement and uplifting those around us is the ultimate power for healing, especially during these divisive times we’re living in. I know topics of division are much more complex, but I...
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14. Perfectionism: The Enemy of Joy
Hi! In this episode of Prompting the Soul, we reflect on how perfectionism holds us back and how we can choose presence and freedom over pressure. Enjoy! 🥰
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13. Comparison: The Thief of Joy
Hi there! In this episode, we talk about how comparison is the thief of joy and how it keeps us from seeing our own worth. Let’s explore how to shift back to gratitude and self-acceptance. Enjoy! 💖
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12. The Art of Presence: Be Here Now
Hi there! In this episode, we explore the art of presence, returning to the here and now when the mind drifts to the past or future. A gentle reminder to slow down, breathe, and find peace in the present moment. Enjoy! 🐥💫🌟
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11. The Mirror Within: What We See in Each Other
The people in our lives are mirrors, showing us both our brightest light and our hidden shadows. In this episode, we explore how admiration, triggers, and relationships reveal who we are becoming, with wisdom from Rumi, Jung, and Nietzsche. Enjoy! 🩷
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10. No Wrong Path: The Power of Your Intuition
Hi there! In today’s milestone episode, we explore uncertainty, the psychology of decision making, and how to trust your intuition when clarity is nowhere to be found. Enjoy💞
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9. The Myth of Catching Up: Are We There Yet?
Hi there! In today’s episode, we talk about breaking free from the invisible timelines and constant comparisons that can take over our lives. From society expectations to the trap of social media, we explore how to define success on your own terms. Enjoy! 💖
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8. Authentic Company: Choosing Your People With Intention
Hi there! In today’s episode we talk about the importance of intentionally choosing the people we keep close. From navigating friendships in adulthood to investing in relationships that authentically resonate, we talk about building connections, and more. I hope you enjoy! 🩷
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7. Alone, Not Lonely: The Beauty in Solitude
Hi <3! In this episode, we explore the difference between being alone and being lonely, how solitude can be healing, and how to embrace your own company without fear. I hope you enjoy! Have a lovely weekend ❤️
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6. Afraid to Be Seen: The Fear of Being Perceived
Hi! In this episode, we’re talking about that weird urge to hide parts of ourselves, the fear of being “too much,” “cringe,” or just… seen. If you’ve ever held back to avoid judgment, this one’s for you. Let’s unpack it together. Enjoy! <3
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5. Reclaiming Joy: It’s the Little Things
In this episode we talk about the practice of reclaiming joy (especially when it feels distant). Through reflection and gentle reminders, we explore how to reconnect through “micro joys” which help us stay grounded and reconnected with the present. Enjoy! <3
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4. Self-Compassion: Talking to Yourself Like Someone You Love
Hi <3 In this episode of Prompting the Soul, we dive into the practice of self-compassion, what it really means, why it matters, and how the way we speak to ourselves shapes every relationship we have. With reflections from research, Buddhist wisdom, and powerful journal prompts, this episode is…
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3. The Art of Acceptance: Let It Be, Let It Flow
Hola! Let’s talk about acceptance :-)! The kind that helps you breathe easier. This episode blends soul talk, affirmations, and prompts to help you let go of what you can’t control and move with more peace. I hope you enjoy the episode. Be kind to yourself and see you next time. <3
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2. Embracing Change: Surrender, Grow, Repeat
Welcome back to Prompting the Soul! Change can be scary even when it is leading us somewhere good. In this episode, I reflect on what it means to let go, trust the unknown, and grow through the in between. Includes a journaling prompt and affirmations to support you in any season of your...
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1. Do it Scared: Start Before You’re Ready
Welcome to Prompting the Soul! I’m so excited and honestly a little scared to be here. That’s exactly why this first episode is called “Do it Scared”. In this episode, I open up about the ‘why’ behind this podcast: my love for journaling, healing, and the beautiful and sometimes terrifying…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hi! I’m Emi, and my love for self improvement, vulnerability and my belief that telling one’s story is our superpower led me to Prompting the Soul. This is a soft, reflective podcast that invites you to pause, breathe, and come home to yourself. One journaling prompt at a time.
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