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Thoughts May Vary
by Gabriela Ulloa & Meadowlark Monaghan
Thoughts May Vary is a podcast about changing our minds. With the common threads of mental health and nuance weaved throughout each conversation, TMV encourages us to share what we’re learning in real time as a way to illuminate the process. Garnering the power of community, writer and journalist, Gabriela Ulloa, and mental health consultant, Meadowlark Monaghan, invite you to help make personal development less isolating and far more genuine. For more, follow the podcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter at @thoughtsmayvarypod and Meadow & Gaby at @itsmeadowlark and @gabyulloa_Join our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thoughtsmayvary We post an extra Thought each month, exclusive videos, newsletters, and more tea and more fun (plus, we'll be dropping merch there first ;)Music By: Keiran Miles
Episodes
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Goodbye For Now — The End of TMV
thank you for everything see you over here G: https://www.instagram.com/gabyulloa_ https://www.tiktok.com/@gabyulloa_ https://www.youtube.com/@gabyulloa_ M: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsmeadowlark https://www.instagram.com/itsmeadowlark https://www.youtube.com/@itsmeadowlark
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123. Unpacking Endings & Beginnings
In this unpacking, we’re both feeling deeply into our intuition and our own endings and beginnings cycles (yeah, this was filmed on the eclipse). 0:00-0:52 it’s spooky season! 0:53-5:40 g is taking a pause on EMDR 5:41-8:16 reflecting on old beliefs 8:17-14:35 rewriting the fear of taking action...
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122. Our Skincare Routines Will Never Be The Same ft. Kayleigh Christina, Co-Founder of Clearstem
We are thrilled to be joined by our new friend, Kayleigh Christina, Co-Founder of CLEARSTEM—the acne-focused skincare brand that we cannot shut up about. Kayleigh illuminates the nuance of the comedogenic (aka pore clogging ingredient) scale, gives us an extensive checklist for internal and...
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121. Talking About Mental Health Without Being A Jerk | Mini Q&A
Welcome back to another Q+A! Today, M+G move through everything from not sounding to "therapized", and signs from the Universe, to M's viral moment, media that's inspiring them, parent-dynamics, and their current favorite skincare. 0:00 Meadow's viral moment 2:18 What media is inspiring M+G right...
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120. Creating Structure Around A Spark Q&A
How to balance structure with acting on creative inspiration, how to not take things so personally, a sty in the eye, and Bethany Mota. We can’t explain it either. 0:00 Gaby has been emotionally placating Meadow 7:21 How to structure a spark 12:40 How to stop taking things personally 18:15 What…
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119. Mindfulness, Creativity, & Doing The Thing
We’re back from summer break! The first 12 minutes, M+G discuss the way in which the movie, It Ends With Us, has been promoted. Trigger warning: domestic violence is discussed. There are resources below and if that feels activating to listen to, feel free to skip to 12:23 to dive into a classic...
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118: Why Venting Makes It Worse
Welcome back to another Q+A! From getting over repetitive stories that are holding you back and healing a trauma bond, to anticipatory grief and alternate universe career paths, M+G answer your questions. Plus, G is feeling good (yay!) and M talks about her working out to manifestation pipeline....
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117: Unpacking The Fear Of Success
Welcome back! Join us this week as we dive into our favorite topics: wellness routines, personal revelations, and pop culture. Meadow drops her skincare routine and Gaby for lack of better words, is absolutely glowing after getting into her groove. We unpack the fear of success and how to find…
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116: How To Choose Happiness with Karen Guggenheim
Welcome back! In this episode, we dive deep into the pursuit of happiness and wellbeing with Karen Guggenheim, author, social entrepreneur, wellbeing advocate, and founder of the World Happiness Summit—a comprehensive platform to bring awareness about the benefits behind the science of happiness...
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115: Why Men's Only Outlets Are Anger And Sex ft. Dené Logan, MFT
Join us for an incredible discussion this week with relationship therapist Dené Logan; MFT, author, spiritual teacher, and co-host of the podcast 'Cheaper Than Therapy'! In this episode, we dive into the collective core wounds of masculine and feminine energies, how a wounded patriarchy has hurt...
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114: Talking Relationshit with Kamie Crawford
This week we are absolutely thrilled to be speaking with Kamie Crawford!Kamie is the host of MTV's 'Catfish', ‘Are You The One’, as well as the 'Relationsh*t' podcast.In today’s episode, Kamie dives into her journey from pageant life to Sports Illustrated, advocating for body positivity and...
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113: Two Millennial Women Do A Q&A
This week, Gaby went viral in a hilarious way and we needed to unpack it! Plus, we're back with another exciting Q&A session, where we dive into your questions about maintaining friendships, facing mental health challenges, and navigating the tricky dating scene. Don't forget to follow us at...
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112: Btw You’re Allowed To Disagree With Us
Everyone keeps calling for community but no one wants to learn conflict resolution; this week we try to figure out why! Join us as we explore how genuine human connections often come from moments of friction. We cover how to navigate relationships, understand different perspectives and share...
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111: Father’s Day Debrief
With Father's Day just behind us, we wanted to provide a safe space for all of the mixed emotions that come with this holiday and give you a rundown of where we are mentally. “Shout out to all my gals with dead dads!” - Meadow. This is a good time to reflect on our parents as humans and what...
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110: How To Reroute A Thought Spiral | Shadow Work Q&A
This week, we broke down all of your remaining questions on Shadow Work! We get into the nitty-gritty of personal growth and healing while encouraging you to break old patterns and find comfort in making new mistakes. Join us as we unpack the hard truths and practical steps for effective shadow...
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109. Nothing Beats A Regulated Nervous System
Welcome back! In this episode, we do a good old-fashioned unpacking where we get a little witchy and chat our way through being in a funk, not intellectualizing our feelings, and building self trust. We hope you enjoy! Side note: this is the last week of getting to try Alisa Vitti’s Cycle…
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108. Is Birth Control Making You Pick The Wrong Partner? Ft. Alisa Vitti (Part 2)
Welcome back! In this episode, we're thrilled to have Alisa with us once again. She's our go-to expert on functional nutrition and women's hormones. Alisa is also the founder of the FLO Living App and a bestselling author. Today, we'll dive deep into the essentials: birth control, female orgasms,...
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107. Your Period Shouldn’t Suck Ft. Alisa Vitti (Part 1)
We had the honor this week of sitting down with Alisa Vitti to discuss why our period simply should not suck. Alisa is a functional nutrition and women's hormone expert, the founder of the FLO Living app and a bestselling author. She’s been on our TMV bucket list since the beginning and we could...
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106. Guilt, Grief and Grace (Q&A Part 2)
Today we continue our Q&A from last week, this time, talking: improving communication in relationships, dealing with breakups and grief simultaneously and staying optimistic in entry level jobs. We also tell the stories of how we met our SOs. Take what resonates, dump what doesn’t. Music By…
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105. Getting Out Of A Shame Spiral (Q&A Part 1)
Today, we're back with another unfiltered Q+A. A loaded episode inspired by our lovely listeners, giving you our thoughts on personal growth, relationships and spirituality. From building good habits and a therapist who called your ex your soulmate, to confronting a 4 year situationship, we're...
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104. Sex, Money & Mental Health with Lucie Fink
Today we are joined by media mogul, producer, and proud mama, Lucie Fink! We chat about all things Refinery29, the financial impact of parenthood, and dealing with negativity online. For more, be sure to go listen to us on her podcast, The Real Stuff, where we get into conversations we have never...
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103. You Should Ask Better Questions with Danielle Robay
On today’s episode, we are joined by TV host and journalist, Danielle Robay. We chat about why you should be asking better questions and how to get there. We also dive into her egg freezing journey and discuss the value of sharing these kinds of personal stories with other women. We walked away...
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102. What is Shadow Work?
In today’s episode, we dive into all things shadow work. We share our own experiences with the shadow — the most rejected and unloved aspects of yourself — and how confronting and integrating these aspects have led to significant personal growth and self-love. And of course, we discuss the work...
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101. How To Be A Cool Mom with Lizzy Mathis
Today, we’re unpacking life with dynamic mompreneur, host, tastemaker, and founder of The Cool Mom Co., Lizzy Mathis. Lizzy joins us today to discuss her journey from modeling to creating community-centered platforms, while emphasizing the importance of self-love, and the role of support systems…
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100. Allow Us to Reintroduce Ourselves
It's our 100th episode!! We're spending this milestone celebrating our first studio, diving into the evolution of Thoughts May Vary, and sharing more about ourselves, our careers, and how we met. We then dive into some fun questions: What is our most expensive self-care ritual? (Hint: it's…
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Thoughts May Vary: Season 05
Season 5 of Thoughts May Vary is officially out April 1st! Thank you all for growing with us. We are so excited to continue bringing you episodes that encourage curiosity, share unique perspectives, and ultimately, give you a space to explore. Don’t forget to DM us on IG or submit a question on...
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99. How To Stop Letting The Fear Of The Unknown Get In The Way Of Putting Yourself Out There Q&A
You know the drill: you ask us your mental health questions, we tell you to do what feels best for you (and share our experiences for guidance along the way). 00:00 Mistakes, cerulean, and Love Is Blind 05:49 Q1: How to chill and get grounded when you feel like you physically cannot slow down?...
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98. An Abundance Of Creative Energy & Reinventing Ourselves (Again)
This week, we’re unpacking what it means to have an abundance mentality around creativity and intentionally stepping into a new version of ourselves. 00:00 Cycle syncing 04:01 G's unpacking 12:50 Showing up on the internet in a difference capacity 19:13 G's reframing 22:12 – M's unpacking 29:54 –...
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97. Dr. Sam Zand Is Bringing Spirituality To Medicine
Dr. Sam Zand, Holistic Psychiatrist & Professor of Psychedelic Medicine, brings us a lot of hope for the future of mental healthcare. Last time we spoke to Dr. Zand, we focused specifically on ketamine assisted therapy. Today, we cover everything from the psychodynamic history of drugs and mental...
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96. Our Tools-Based Self Care Routines Q&A
Our tools-based morning and evening self care routines in arguably too much detail, and answering more of your questions. 00:00 G’s miami routine 04:53 Q1: What are our morning and night routines, and how to build one? 21:52 Q2: How do you know when fear is a warning or if it's self-doubt? 25:00...
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95. When It’s Time To Stop Digging Through The Past & Start Moving Forward with Vienna Pharaon, LMFT
When is it okay to never get over something? When is it time to stop unpacking in therapy and start moving forward? Where do you start if you don’t have the tools? Today, we answer all of these and more with licensed marriage and family therapist, Vienna Pharaon. Vienna Pharaon is the founder of...
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94. Accepting the Present and Navigating Family Growth Q&A
From setting emotional boundaries around loved ones in the beginning stages of self work to coping with the present moment… you know the drill. You ask, we answer. Don’t forget to DM us on IG or submit a question on thoughtsmayvary.com to have your question or theme unpacked on a future episode!...
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93: Unpacking Monogamish Relationships & The Most Asked Sex Question with Dr. Tara
Today we’re unpacking all things sexual wellness alongside Sex & Relationship expert, Dr. Tara! Dr. Tara is a tenured professor of relational and sexual communication at California State University Fullerton, an award-winning researcher, a sex and relationship coach, and the host of Luvbites by…
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92: Unpacking Power Wishing & Intentional Language with Anne Louise
This episode is a toolkit to understand the power of intentional language and how to be a master manifestor. Today, we unpack the power of language, emotional manifestation, choosing a path of least resistance, how to hear yourself clearly, why everything should be more simple, the importance of...
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91. Unpacking The End of History Illusion (& Meadow Has An Announcement!)
What is it about our ability to recognize all of our self growth in the past… and yet we seem to forget that who we are right now, will change and grow again and again in the future? Today we unpack the “end of history” illusion, our umbrage with New Years, and Meadowlark shares a life update :)...
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No Thoughts, Just Vibes
In an attempt to walk our walk... rather than showing up half-heartedly, we are full-heartedly showing up to tell you we're not showing up. In other words, we are gifting ourselves the next two weeks off to live in the present moment, give our team a well-deserved break, rest, reflect, plant…
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90. Unpacking The Sister Wound & The Spirituality of Lip Fillers
In this wild ride of a Thought, the cohosts catch up on everything from the spirituality of plastic surgery, the importance of having hobbies, to recognizing when and how it’s time to become a “girl’s girl”. “It’s not that deep… it’s basically the manifestation of what happens when women have…
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89. Unpacking Planning For The Future
This short and sweet Thought all started when a psychic told Meadow to update her five, three, and one year plan… you wish we were joking. For folks with colorful mental health journeys (present company included) it can be challenging to identify long-term goals or dreams—let alone, putting those...
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88. How To Balance Spirituality With Career & Advice For Maintaining Hope Q&A
How to cope with career setbacks, tips for finding a mentor, and what to do if you don’t know what to talk about in therapy. As always, you ask (the incredible, thoughtful, delicious questions) and we’re here to provide just one answer. Take what resonates with you and leave the rest. You know…
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87. Cyrus Veyssi Unpacks Using Comedy To Combat Anxiety & Giving Others A Permission Slip To Be Themselves
Cyrus Veyssi is here and we couldn’t be more over the moon about it! Cyrus is everyone’s favorite Iranian American non-binary content creator, spreading joy across the interwebs with their humor, intellect, family fun, clack backs, and snatched looks. Today, Cyrus joined the familia to unpack:...
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86. Unpacking Everything We Got Wrong About Gratitude
Welp, looks like we may have been practicing gratitude wrong (according to the research). Today, we adjust our coping strategies in light of the holiday season. We chatted about the emotional baggage the holidays hold for us, how we've been doing gratitude wrong, and the research behind how to...
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85. Amy Natalie's Thoughts on Masculine/Feminine Energies & Creating A Soul Aligned Life
Within every expression of gender, we each dance with a balance of masculine and feminine energies. Today, Amy Natalie joined us to walks us through how masculine lives in our mind, feminine in our bodies, and how we need each of them to create more harmony. Amy Natalie is a feminine embodiment...
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84. How To Let Go of Anger + Disappointment From Childhood Q&A
How do you let go of anger and disappointment from childhood? When do you know it’s time to pivot? How do you trust a career change? From organizing your coping strategies on your notes app to obtaining strategic internships; you asked and we answered. 0:00 Intro 4:08 Q&A 04:19 Q1: What are some...
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83. Scout Sobel and Mady Maio Unpack Finding Balance in an Optimization Focused World | Okay Sis x TMV Crossover
Is trauma a necessary tool? Could something easy be productive? What’s your current mental health fixation? We’ve been waiting two years to get all four of us in a room to philosophize with our fellow mental health sisters—the Okay Sis x TMV crossover is finally here! We welcomed Scout Sobel and...
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82: Jade Iovine Unpacks Sex on Antidepressants and Getting Comfortable with Conflict
Jade Iovine, writer and host of the Live From Bed podcast, made her way out of bed today to chat with us about many TMV heavy-hitters. We’re talking: no connection in perfection, getting out of negative self-talk, co-creating your future, how to be a supportive partner to someone struggling with...
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81. Unpacking Expansive Friendships (Q&A) Part 2
How to be vulnerable while feeling safe, how to find “your people” without putting yourself in a bubble, and the art of being interpreted… Today, we’re continuing our conversation on Expansive Friendships. If you haven’t already, go ahead and listen to Part 1 of Unpacking Expansive Friendships...
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80. Unpacking Expansive Friendships feat. Sam Abrahart
What are expansive friendships? There’s no better person to chat with regarding authentic, aligned, and perspective-shifting friendships than friend-of-the-pod Sam Abrahart. Sam is one of our co-hosts dearest friends, a mental health advocate, and the founder & CEO of The Mayfair Group. Her brand...
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79. Unpacking a Sense of Belonging: Ni de Aquí Ni de Allá
“Ni de aquí, ni de allá…” Today’s unpacking largely revolves around the intersectionality of a mixed identity and how those living at the intersection of any two or more cultures can often feel society’s push to conform — leaving them floating in the in between. The co-hosts begin to unpack this...
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78: How To Explain Your Partner’s Mental Health To Family & More Of Your Questions Answered
How to explain your partner’s mental health to your family, what it feels like to be a witness to signs and synchronicities, and more of your brilliant questions, answered. Don’t forget to DM us on IG or submit a question on thoughtsmayvary.com to have your question or theme unpacked on a future...
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77. Lexie Lombard's Thoughts on Healing With Grief, Creative Acts, & Jealousy As A Signal
The @lexie Podcast x TMV collab you’ve all been asking for! Our dear friend and podcast host, Lexie Lombard, joins us today to dive deep into grief’s never-ending story, being upset with her therapist, the nuances of art, and of course, Rick Rubin. We ask the hard-hitting questions like, “what if...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Thoughts May Vary is a podcast about changing our minds. With the common threads of mental health and nuance weaved throughout each conversation, TMV encourages us to share what we’re learning in real time as a way to illuminate the process. Garnering the power of community, writer and journalist, Gabriela Ulloa, and mental health consultant, Meadowlark Monaghan, invite you to help make personal development less isolating and far more genuine. For more, follow the podcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter at @thoughtsmayvarypod and Meadow & Gaby at @itsmeadowlark and @gabyulloa_Join our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thoughtsmayvary We post an extra Thought each month, exclusive videos, newsletters, and more tea and more fun (plus, we'll be dropping merch there first ;)Music By: Keiran Miles
HOSTED BY
Gabriela Ulloa & Meadowlark Monaghan
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Thoughts May Vary is a podcast about changing our minds. With the common threads of mental health and nuance weaved throughout each conversation, TMV encourages us to share what we’re learning in real time as a way to illuminate the process. Garnering the power of community, writer and journalist,...
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