Stop getting into the car with strangers

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Not all relationships are supposed to last forever. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

In this episode of To Stop Getting into the Car with Strangers, host Lotus continues the "Heart Work” mini-series by exploring love as a teacher and guide. Lotus discusses the challenges of trusting oneself and others, especially after experiencing emotional pain or betrayal. Emphasizing self-trust, boundaries, and healing, Lotus encourages listeners to reflect on their own trust issues, the safety they feel in relationships, and ways to build stronger trust. The episode offers practical insights and reflection questions, fostering vulnerability and personal growth in a relaxed, supportive tone. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

In this episode, Lotus explores the importance of self-love as the foundation for happiness, prosperity, and healthy relationships. Released around Valentine’s Day, she challenges misconceptions about self-love, encourages listeners to celebrate small wins, and shares practical ways to “romanticize” daily life—like journaling, mindful walks, and beauty routines. Lois emphasizes setting personal boundaries and building trust with oneself, setting the stage for future episodes on love and relationships. She reminds listeners that self-love is essential, not selfish, and invites them to nurture themselves with kindness and intentional moments. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

In this episode, host Lotus and guest Natalie joined together, explore the theme of fear and its impact on personal growth, relationships, and cultural identity. Natalie shares her experiences with anxiety, community organizing in Chicago’s gothic scene, and navigating generational fear from her immigrant family. The conversation covers vulnerability, cultural expectations, and the importance of confronting fears to build resilience. They also discuss honoring ancestry, self-care rituals, and the challenges of maintaining community projects.Nathali Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longnuts.39?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Gothic page: https://www.instagram.com/chicagogothicscene?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Instagram for podcast: https://www.instagram.com/stopgettingintothecar_ws?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

Understanding how being a leader in your own life can be seen as leadership This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

In this episode leadership and peace is the focus. This is my understanding and self discovery of what both is and how it recently reflects in my life. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

We cannot be in peace until we know that the spirt is the only cause, medium and effect in our lives.- Ernest Holmes. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

Let go what doesn’t serve and understand that these things are not to be looked for outside of your self. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

What this podcast will look like in the next year. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

Self publishing for me was not the best and honestly has impacted how I see my book. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

How being an independent and an individual is important to having a community behind you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

If they on weird s**t go on ahead and they block them. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

My new podcast Minding our minds solely focuses on meditations, prayers and mindfulness activities. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

I’m not a 23 year old making millions instead I’m feeling meh and Idk what direction to go. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

Video available on YouTube @stopgettingintothecar_ws This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

Follow our instagram @stopgettingintothecar_ws This episode is me detailing abit more about me who am I and what is to come for this podcast. Make sure to follow and let me know what has been your favorite episode of mine This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

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

It takes times to recognize your ego and shadow. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

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

We all carry a vibration within ourselves that no one else can embrace or give. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

Do what you love that makes your heart feel so much with joy, love and happiness. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

Sometimes just like listening to the waves of the ocean it feels like you are there so those the burning warmth of the sun. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

Loving you is first while giving love is second. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

Moving towards a time where it is becoming scarce. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

So have you ever realized how you can't always depend on someone in the physical but the metaphysical will always have you covered. Understand that you aren't a stranger to being the dealer and player in this thing called a human experience. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

Learning how to pour into myself a lot more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

Because why tf you chasing the bag anyways, what are you forest Gump. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

This episode is sponsored by my crippling depression, feelings of doubt and viewers like you thank you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

Have a tea party for yourself. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

I feel like I'm starting a new podcast, so why not go on ahead and name this one after my first episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

No background music This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

No background music This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

Understanding my path before and I hope my words will help you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

Take those pit stops in life. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

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

You may not believe you should be where you are it does not mean you have not been placed there. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

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

I am unwrapping the disconnect I have with males/masculine energy. This is a two part series. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

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

Why continue to move about as if this life is figured out? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

Mind your mind and business 👩🏾‍💼 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

It’s apart of the human mindset to love with attachment. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

A lot is trying to be “normalized” whatever the hell normal is This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

That’s it Thursday This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

Might just go on ahead and start a segment called shitttt I don’t know. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

Just speaking nothing much. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com

It’s Thursdays are days to manifest wealth and abundance in all areas of our life This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taquita.substack.com