PODCAST · health
Take A Step Back
by Leigh LeFevre
Life can be crazy (to say the least) it's filled with overwhelming and stressful moments, mental breakdowns, confusing situations, and just overall twists and turns. It's really easy for the light at the end of the tunnel to start looking like a black, endless, abyss. Thats why Leigh is here! Giving advice to help with a myriad of problems, to remind you of your worth and personal wins, and to help you remember that everything is going to be okay. You can take a step back with Leigh every Monday as she shares her advice and reminds you that there is in fact light at the end of the tunnel. Business inquiries: [email protected]
Episodes
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navigating anxiety: essential advice- part 2
welcome back everyone! I've been on a month long hiatus from the podcast (more on that later) but Im happy to be back and deliver part 2 of one of the podcasts most popular conversations. This episode is a part 2 so if you haven't listened to part 1, go do that now! Enjoy and let me know what you...
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navigating anxiety: essential advice - part 1
Today's episode is something a little different, I'm joined by none other than my best friend, Miya, for an honest and candid chat about something that affects so many of us: anxiety. This episode is all about diving deep into the world of anxiety, hearing Miya's personal journey, and learning...
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Crack the Code: How Success Stories Can Transform Your Life
Whether I'm facing moments of self doubt, discouragement, or even if im just feeling unmotivated, success stories never fail to make me realize the true power we all have over our stories and the legacy we create for ourselves. In this episode, I'll be sharing my all time favorite success stories...
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a chat
It's been a long, weird, unorganized week. This episode is a quick little chat where I talk about how I've been these past few days. If you are looking for a down to earth/best friend chat, here ya go! enjoy :) Weekly Quote: "We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things…
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using envy and jealousy to your advantage
In this episode I talk about a recent encounter I had with extreme envy and jealousy. After a long evening of mentally bullying myself I decided that I absolutely hated feeling envious and jealous of other people. I hated feeling like my emotions and thoughts were out of my control. So I did what…
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the one where I talk about being aesthetic
(Disclaimer: this episode was originally supposed to be a video episode but due to technical difficulties it is now only an audio episode) Ive been thinking lately about my appearance and I have this urge to try and look more aesthetic. Is that fake of me? I see other girls on social media who…
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new years resolutions: common mistakes & how to successfully build habits (pt1)
This is the last Monday of 2023!!! Wow... time flies. I think at this point in time my biggest focus is trying to just organize everything going on in my life and figuring out a game plan for 2024. I did some research on New Years resolutions and came to find that only 8% of the people who set...
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new years resolutions: staying motivated & consistent (pt2)
YAYY 2024!!! Im so excited to see whats in store for us this year and for all the amazing things that are going to happen for the podcast. I just want to quickly say how thankful I am for all of the support the podcast received in 2023. It grew tremendously and Im so grateful for each and every…
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fear & handling grief - an interview with Joymeka Matteos
Part two is here! In this episode, Joy shares the biggest piece of advice she wishes she could go back and give her younger self. A piece of advice that she knows was crucial for her self-development. She also talks about her experience with losing loved ones and offers advice for those dealing...
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'Tis the season: Christmas gift ideas, spicing up the holidays & holiday stressors
Happy holidays everyone! Thanksgiving and Hanukkah have passed and Christmas and kwanzaa are coming later this month. Its a time when were hanging out with family, chilling out at home, eating cookies, and are given a chance to relax. In this episode, I just want to address the fact that even...
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room makeover, vision boards & manifestation
In this episode I talk about manifestation and making your goals for the future more concrete and clear. I also briefly cover my own personal journey and how Im solidifying a mental shift by bringing the shift to the physical world. This is my process that works for me and I share tips for how…
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first apartments & life advice - an interview with Joymeka Matteos
In this episode me and Joy sit down for a long chat about first apartments, social media, success stories, and so much more. (For a little background) Joy and Me met on set for a short film earlier this month. She has been singing and songwriting since a very young age and is also currently…
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forgiveness
Forgiveness is something that ive struggled with. Sometimes I hold grudges and cant let things go, other times I feel that ive been hurt in ways that I'll never truly be able to overcome. For a longtime I thought forgiveness meant letting someone get away with their actions and let them off the...
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a healthy mindset and positive headspace
This episode is all about getting ourselves hyped up and ready for this week!! To get us into the headspace where we are on our grind, motivated, confident, and unstoppable. It's like a pep talk but better. My sister, Lucy, also joins at the end of this episode to share her idea of "A Weeks Worth...
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small talk
I don't like small talk..but I do think it's important to know how to navigate little conversations and to communicate with others better on a day to day basis. Thats why todays episode is all about small talk! Ive made a few recent "breakthroughs" on small talk that have really helped me...
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my 4 year old brother gives advice *mini episode*
On todays episode I welcome my 4 year old brother, Charlie, for his debut on the podcast. In this episode, he gives friendship advice, goes on a few gibberish rants, and sings a song to cheer you up. Weekly Quote: “We didn’t even realize we were making memories, we just knew we were having fun.”...
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Halloween: last minute costume ideas & advice
Let's talk Halloween and how to maximize the evening of OCT 31st!! In this ep I share my advice about costumes, sustainability, and inexpensive/ last minute costume ideas. I also talk about spending Halloween the way YOU want to spend it. "Halloween is the one day a year when a girl can dress up...
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how to get a head start on 2024
These past few days Ive been focused on getting a head start on my 2024 New Years resolutions/goals. I want to make sure that this year I can stay organized and also be ready for the many years to come. There are a few main things I cover in this episode: 1. A new way of viewing and understanding...
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What does it mean to be introverted or extraverted?
For the longest time I thought that extraverts were the bubbly social people and that introverts were shy and awkward...boy was I wrong. In this episode I talk about how I discovered I was introverted and discuss the many common misconceptions about our personality types. Weekly Quote: “When you...
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Q&A with my sister (pt2. school related)
Q&A pt 2!! Lucy is back for another Q&A episode where we talk all things school. We share our advice on homework tips, forming a sleep schedule, and also share our thoughts on whether or not we think having friends in school is "overrated". ( *Disclaimer* Unfortunately the audio quality in this...
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fall & self reflection
Grab a pen and journal and get ready for some self reflection! This episode is all about fall, the changing of the seasons, and how we can use this time to self reflect, begin new habits, and prep for the upcoming months! ( There may be some background noise in this episode because I recorded it…
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3 tips for clearing your mind
Im in one of those phases where my brain is just all over the place. Im thinking of numerous things at once and nothing is sorted out. Nothing makes sense and I feel overwhelmed. I wish I could say that I have perfected these three tips but in all honesty, I haven't. It's easier said than done to...
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back to school advice dump
It's time for some back to school advice! I talk about popularity, being yourself, and share the advice that I wish I could go back in time and give my younger self. Enjoy:) WEEKLY QUOTE: "You only live once but if you do it right, once is enough" - Mae West SOCIALS: ( lets connect <3) +Podcast...
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the highs and lows of life & how to get through the tough times faster
In this episode I talk about how to get through life's lows faster. It can be easy for these lows to prolong longer than they need to. Its easy to get caught up in negativity and a depressive state. Today I talk about allowing yourself to rest, not feeling guilty, being vulnerable with your...
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summer takeaways
School is starting back up again and summer will soon be coming to an end. I wanted to take the time in this episode to talk about my summer takeaways and what Ive learned over the past few months. I also have a little *mini* life update in the beginning where I talk about my past week. Enjoy :)...
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rooftop Q&A with my sister
From the comfort of a condo rooftop in Québec City, me and my sister Lucy answer each others questions! We sat down and placed a TON of questions onto a digital spinner and decided to answer them at random with little to no preparation. We talk about attention seeking, the new school year, offer...
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5 ways to invest in yourself
wow..It's been a LONG week/weekend. I just got back from vacation and the 9 hour car ride really did a number on me. I hate feeling sleep deprived and when I get tired/burnt out I always find it hard to relax and take it easy. So in honor of me having a hard time relaxing, I figured we should…
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graduating high school in 3 years/ my story and advice
This episode has been a long time coming. Ive briefly mentioned in previous episodes that I graduated high school early.. but Ive never really talked in depth about my experience or explained what "doubling up" even means. It was this time last year when I sat down with my counselor and…
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vacation advice
With my own vacation coming up in just a few days, I figured that now was the best time to share all of my vacation hacks and tips. Whether its day trips, weekend trips, or long extravagant vacations. The advice in this episode is applicable to all. I talk about different challenges Ive faced on...
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notifications & self interruption
Lately, I have realized how often I'm being interrupted and distracted by the notifications on my phone. It's starting to bug me. It's funny because I used to really like getting notifications. It made me feel popular and liked. But now, Im starting to feel like notifications are constantly...
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why is going to the gym and staying consistent so difficult?
These past few weeks I have been focused on forming new habits. I want to start of this new part of life with solid habits that can follow me for years to come, one of these habits is going to the gym. Looking over the past few years Ive realized that I have never been able to stay consistent…
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a jumble of things that have made me happy/ helped me think clearer
This weeks episode is fairly short and light hearted. I usually like to talk about really intriguing topics or at least something that offers a new perspective. However, last week I was really lacking the motivation to plan a full episode and I didn't want to talk about something if I wasn't…
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I began my plant owning era/ a sign that you should too
In my last podcast episode about sustainability, I briefly covered the idea of gardening/ owning plants. I think there are many well rounded, eco-friendly aspects of plants and gardening. Whether or not you decide to grow some of your own food, or just have a pretty house plant. I think it is...
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becoming sustainable and creating positive change
Lately, Ive been thinking of our environment. There are so many things that are stressful and overbearing to think about. There's plastic pollution, Methane emissions and green house gasses, micro plastics, the burning of fossil fuels and non renewable resources, and honestly just the overall...
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morning routines and my beef with instagram
Since the end of the school year, I've been trying to take the time to set a morning routine that actually works. For the longest time I had either had no routine at all or my routine was so long and extensive that I just never did it. In this episode, I talk about my morning routine and I share...
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how to ace the argument essay on the ELA Regents & become a better writer
In this episode, Leigh and her most influential study mentor (her Mom) talk about how to write the argument essay on the New York State ELA Regents. They share a step-by-step process on how to write this essay, and also discuss the simple ways you can become a better writer. Covered in this...
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reacting to a mental breakdown
In this episode, Leigh talks about handling a mental breakdown and the different ways you can react in order to do what's best for yourself. She talks about situations that make her more likely to shut down and also talks about the fact that shutting down is OKAY. It happens to the best of us and...
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the problem with productivity
In this episode, Leigh talks about her struggles with productivity and her inability to relax. Lately, life has felt rushed and it has seemed as if there is is never enough time to get work done or to feel accomplished and productive. Leigh talks about some of her beliefs that are actually…
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season two trailer: new direction and being thankful for the past
In this episode, Leigh talks about her mindset when she originally started the podcast and how it has shifted and changed over the past year. Its time for a season two! Leigh talks about her new goals for the podcast and the direction she will be taking it in. SOCIALS: ( lets connect <3) +Podcast...
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SUMMER SERIES: 3 things that can prevent you from fully enjoying summer *pt.3*
In this episode, Leigh talks about the top three things that have made her past summers, less enjoyable. She shares stories about being at the beach and her inner insecurities. She shares her struggles with comparison, FOMO, social status and society's BS rules. This is the last episode in the…
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mental spring cleaning/ new routines and habits to improve the end of the school year
In this episode, Leigh talks about the small steps you can take to have mental spring cleaning. The weather has gotten progressively better and now seems like the best time to reflect on our lives and see what areas are in need of improvement. Leigh talks about creating routines, journaling,...
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SUMMER SERIES: bucket lists & balance *pt.2*
In this episode, Leigh talks about creating balance over the summer. Balance between productivity and relaxation. Summer is the MUCH NEEDED time away from school. Experiencing fun things like going to the beach, relaxing, and making memories, is a good thing! It's also a perfect time to set goals...
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social media update: deleted Snapchat, Tik-Tok and Pinterest/ the side effects and setting boundaries
In the previous social media episode, Leigh talked about why she deleted Tik-Tok and Pinterest and why social media has many negative side effects. In this episode, Leigh gives a social media update and talks about why she decided to delete Snapchat as well. She talks about setting boundaries and...
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Advice for my younger self
In this episode, Leigh shares her top 5 pieces of advice that she wishes she could share with her younger self. She talks about hanging out with family, dealing with the lows in life, and the belief that the Universe is always on our side. WEEKLY QUOTE: “Hitting a rough patch doesn’t undo the...
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SUMMER SERIES: top 3 ways to start preparing for summer *pt.1*
In this episode, Leigh talks about her top 3 ways you can start preparing for summer. Since the summer of 2023 is going to be the first summer after Leigh's high school graduation, she wants it to be a memorable one. For these reasons, the need for a summer series was higher than ever! In this...
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a guide to socializing in school and making new friends
In this episode, Leigh talks about her past experiences with socializing and everything she has done wrong. She also talks about honesty, wanting to fit in, and body language. If you want more friendship advice from Leigh, checkout episode #7 " all about friendships!" Leigh and her friend Vinny...
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( mini episode ) spring time & anecdotes for stress
In this mini episode, Leigh talks about spring and simple steps you can take to relieve stress. She talks about how getting out of the house, off of screens and even being alone, are ways you can become grounded and more relaxed. This episode is dedicated to spring time and reducing anxiety and...
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why I deleted Tik-Tok/ social media & the side effects (coming from a teen)
In this episode, Leigh shares her experience with social media. She talks about why she deleted Tok-Tok and Pinterest, as well as her current struggles with mindless scrolling. She gives her tips on how to reduce your screen time and also talks about the negative side effects that come with…
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navigating the lows/ staying still & thinking bigger picture
In this episode, Leigh shares her tips for navigating the lows in life. She talks about how it is normal to go through phases in life, and how every situation is meant to help you grow as a person. She talks about her struggles this month and the four main tips she has for navigating the lows....
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being a workaholic & what it means to relax
In this episode, Leigh talks about what being a workaholic is and her struggles with overbooking and constantly doing something. She talks about how it's not always a clear cut answer and how being dedicated and proactive are good things, but too much of a good thing can become a problem.…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Life can be crazy (to say the least) it's filled with overwhelming and stressful moments, mental breakdowns, confusing situations, and just overall twists and turns. It's really easy for the light at the end of the tunnel to start looking like a black, endless, abyss. Thats why Leigh is here! Giving advice to help with a myriad of problems, to remind you of your worth and personal wins, and to help you remember that everything is going to be okay. You can take a step back with Leigh every Monday as she shares her advice and reminds you that there is in fact light at the end of the tunnel.
Business inquiries: [email protected]
HOSTED BY
Leigh LeFevre
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Life can be crazy (to say the least) it's filled with overwhelming and stressful moments, mental breakdowns, confusing situations, and just overall twists and turns. It's really easy for the light at the end of the tunnel to start looking like a black, endless, abyss. Thats why Leigh is here!...
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