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Voice Memos
by Kara Arbadji
Welcome to Voice Memos with your host, Kara. Where unfiltered chats, self-improvement and a touch of chaos await. I’m unpacking all things mental health, relationships, dating, balance and lifestyle. Owning our 20s by elevating our mindsets, embracing authenticity and tackling the confusion of adulthood. Tune in for exclusive voice memo rants and unfiltered discussion. Hit play and let’s start leveling up together!Socials:@voicememopod@karbadjihealth
Episodes
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Dating Through Different Generational Lenses
What does it actually mean when people say “when they know, they know”? In this episode, I sit down with my 36-year-old millennial “Unc” to unpack the box theory, social media, performative dating, and why intention shows up differently when someone genuinely wants to pursue you. We talk about...
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Staying Authentic in Your 20s/30s
My debut back… unpacking what it really means to hold your own and stay grounded in who you are. Outgrowing old versions of myself, navigating friendships and learning to stand firm in values. I get into softening, self-awareness and not shrinking to fit into anyone’s expectations. EEEEK I’m...
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Dating Hot Takes Pt 1
Effort vs. bare minimum and why old-school gestures still matter. I’m breaking down compatibility, complementary, chemistry … and giving my unfiltered take on the Taxi Cab Theory. Tough love, straight talk and a little tea ! DON’T FORGET TO FOLLOW AND RATE❤️
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Situationships, Standards & Self Respect
Two of my exes popped back into my life in the same week. I unpack how those conversations forced me to look at old patterns, why I’ve mistaken chaos for connection in the past, and what I’m no longer willing to tolerate. From trauma bonds to fearful-avoidant attachment to raising my standards…
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Six Months to Alignment: The Bet on Myself
Six months ago, I turned down the biggest job offer of my life and recorded an episode mid-breakdown about betting on myself. This is the follow-up I promised. In this episode, I reflect on everything that’s changed since! From feeling disconnected to building the exact life, career, and...
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Jersey Shore & a 24 Hour Boyfriend
Based on a true story <3 Catfishing, drunk confessions, a 24-hour boyfriend, and a first date that didn’t quite match the chaos of our introduction. Unpacking the in between space with dating, red flags, some unhinged nonsense and a reminder not to let anyone’s limited view of you shake what you...
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Endless Options, Zero Connection: Social Media’s Role in Dating
JC WEEKEND DEBRIEF + I dive into the illusion of “options” in dating and how social media is quietly sabotaging our ability to connect. Breadcrumbing, emotional avoidance, and how easy it is to chase attention instead of intimacy. From my situationships to story likes, I unpack why dating feels…
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HONEY, I’M HOME
My new job, dream apartment, shifting friendships, dating updates… and yes, cheating exes. I’m finally living the life I once prayed for, while calling out the bare minimum behavior I refuse to entertain anymore. This episode is all about growth, boundaries, divine timing, and standing on…
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24 Lessons by 24
HAPPY 24TH BIRTHDAY TO ME💙 To a year of grounded growth, elevation, aligned choices and being unapologetically me. I love you all, thanks for coming along for 23.
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Divine Timing: 23’s Grand Finale, 24’s Grand Entrance
Landing my dream job, dream apartment, and a fresh start just before my 24th birthday — The worst week of my life quickly turned into the BEST. I open up about the mental resilience it took to navigate rejection, burnout, toxic relationships, and setbacks, and how choosing alignment over pressure...
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The Guilt of Growth: Outgrowing People, Places & Patterns in Your 20s
I’m scared to post this. High functioning depression, the guilt of letting go, and the beauty of making space for more aligned connections. I’m unpacking the uncomfortable but necessary process of outgrowing — jobs, friendships, old versions of myself, and even dating patterns. From feeling...
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LET’S GET HOT
For my girls and guys… I’m giving you the ultimate glow-up blueprint to become your hottest, most confident self. I’m breaking down daily, weekly, and monthly habits that will transform you physically, mentally and emotionally. From fitness and self-care to mindset shifts and deep conversations,...
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F**K THE OPPS
F*CK THE OPPS & STOP CARING WHAT THEY THINK. Especially athletes & exes ;) I’m diving into the power of owning your truth and the power of quiet confidence. When you are grounded in your “why” you radiate energy that attracts the right people and opportunities—maybe even professional athletes. I...
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Fake Crazy & Real Confidence
Opening up about my terrifying car accident experience and the emotional aftermath. Then switching gears and diving into the idea of “fake crazy” and how my confident allows me to navigate dating with humor and self-assurance. Story time on showing up to a guy’s place uninvited + a Valentine’s…
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He Can’t Have His Cake & Eat It Too
Too many men want access to you without the accountability that comes with it—and I’m officially done serving the cake. In this episode, we’re talking about inconsistency, mixed signals, and the reality of men who suddenly “aren’t ready” right after getting what they want. I’m sharing personal...
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Bare Minimum Boyfriends
If you feel triggered by this episode, you’re part of the problem!!! Share this with your ex or situationship😘 I’m breaking down the epidemic of low-effort men—why they do it, why I’ve accepted it in the past, and how I’m finally raising the damn bar. From breadcrumbing and last-minute plans to...
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You Need Better Friends
The people around you can make or break your personal growth. Today I’m discussing letting go of negative influences, seeking out those who push you to evolve, and building connections that align with your goals. My personal stories that highlight why it’s crucial to notice how others affect your...
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BET ON YOURSELF
Diving into the importance of authenticity, taking risks, and trusting your gut when it comes to making decisions that align with your true self. An honest look at navigating self-doubt, handling negative self-talk, and staying true to your values… no matter what others think. I’m here to remind...
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Anxious/Avoidant Attachment Styles
UNPACKING HOT & COLD DYNAMICS🔥❄️ It’s 2025 and we are diving into the complexities of attachment styles, communication and navigating unhealed trauma in relationships. I reflect on my own experiences with avoidant and anxious tendencies and why self awareness is key. Tune in for advice on how to...
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How I’m Leaving 2024
As the year comes to a close, I’m taking a moment to reflect on everything 2024 has thrown my way. From navigating the ups and downs of dating and learning to address my avoidant tendencies, to juggling career shifts, including job interviews and new opportunities, it’s been a year of growth and...
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Hometown Drama + HBD❤️
Thanksgiving Eve — the ultimate hometown holiday reunion. We are navigating tense moments with guy friends to exploring the concept of soul ties and energetic connections… even how emotions and energy shape our interactions. I witnessed a robbery AND a wild bar story that makes you question if...
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Detached but Interested: My Dating Reset
I WENT ON A DATE! Also reflecting on a current dynamic, how much my mindset has shifted — from being emotionally invested to feeling secure and detached from the outcome. From holiday acts of kindness and navigating new romantic connections, I’ve learned to prioritize my own intentions over…
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Spilling Tea
The title says everything you need to know. ☕️🐸 The mic audio is a little rocky sometimes I APOLOGIZEEEEE.❤️ Holiday Hustle Series on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@karaarbadji?_t=8rDH4SS8FtT&_r=1 Ask me anonymous questions below: https://forms.gle/95UpRtCXm22BccU37
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Hot Takes + Q&A
I’m spilling all the tea! From my fantasy football season, DM drama and my hot takes on dating etiquette and handling flaky behavior, we're covering it all... even the post-sleepover exit strategy. Also getting real and vulnerable about my avoidant tendencies in relationships ad sharing stories…
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Recent Makeups & Breakups
Sharing some insights from recent encounters with an old flame—navigating blurred lines of attraction, past hurts, and the lessons in holding space for someone who’s not quite there yet. I unpack my recent breakup and the impact of attachment styles, talk about forgiving without waiting around…
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GIRL, STAND UPPPPP
If you’re down bad over a man… this episode is for you. Stop settling for the bare minimum and start acting like the high-value woman you are. From avoiding toxic situationships to recognizing your worth, I’m calling out the BS and getting real about what you should actually expect when it comes…
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September Energy Shift
Navigating career uncertainty, setting boundaries in a male-dominated industry, and maintaining confidence despite outside pressures from professional athletes and family. Self-identity crises, mental breakdowns, learning Arabic and getting in touch with my Middle Eastern roots… it’s been a…
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Healing Summer
A tell all episode on my potential prison sentence, leaving my job, dating coworkers and lots of tears! We are healing the heart in more than one area this summer. Go be extra nice to someone today🩷 Disclaimer … I’m not recording/editing on my usual platform so please bare with me :) Send in...
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Selfish Summer
Girl & guy dates, friendships, apologies, the Jersey shore and character debriefs. Have a happy selfish summer team🩷☀️
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Therapy Confessions
The inside scoop of my recent therapy sessions. TikTok fame, delusional conversations, new and old love interests, flirty banter, body image struggles and finishing with a Q&A! Don’t forget to rate❤️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Send in anonymous questions below!!!...
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Catch Flights Not Feelings
The city streets, exposing sketchy men, girls girls and I’m moving for the summer?! Content sponsored by my city promoter.🧊🔥❤️
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My Personal Red Flags of 22
Putting myself in the hot seat… exposing my insecurities and projections. Calling myself out for a change ! Being confident means owning where you’re at all stages … eeeek let’s get into it !❤️ SUBMIT ANONYMOUS QUESTIONS & TOPICS BELOW⬇️⬇️ https://forms.gle/95UpRtCXm22BccU37
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City Flake Revival
Psychic readings, birthday texts, corporate power struggles and a warm welcome back for the City Flake.
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Ask Kara …
Answering your dating situations & giving clarity on some of my own! Any personal questions/situations you want me to touch on send below !! https://forms.gle/95UpRtCXm22BccU37
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Love, Lies and Disrespect
Ahh the joys of dating in your 20s. Let’s talk about my new dating rules, personal insecurities and date ideas. I’m finally coming clean about the guy I’ve been gatekeeping. So welcome to an inside scoop of my therapy sessions. ALSO SORRY THIS EPISODE HAD TO REPOST LIKE 3x Any personal...
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Situationships Closure Edition… (part 2)
Your healing guide for those godforsaken situationships. I’m unpacking how to give yourself closure, forgive in silence and move forward. Can you be friends with your situationship? After recent events … I have a new answer! I missed you guys, welcome back!!! Ask anonymous questions below💜I’ll…
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Situationships 101 (part 1)
Shoutout to all my situationships that prepared me for this episode <3 . It took me a month to gather my thoughts for this, back for another vulnerable one. Let’s set the scene … you meet someone, you hit it off, you have a lot of chemistry, texting back and forth. Then they pull the rug out from...
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2024 The Year of Drive
An overdue mindset motivation episode. Chatting about goal setting, my 2024 ins & outs and the secrets to being successful. Ending the episode with my personal theme of the year and updates on my dating, lifestyle and work approach. ALSO sorry there’s some glitches at points❤️ SHOP MY AMAZON FITS…
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STAND ON BUSINESS
Giving you guys some tough love as I motivate you to stand on business and be confident in your decisions. Been applying this energy to dating lately so let’s make intentions clear & step into our power together! Anonymously ask me anything related to situationships below!...
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Final 2023 Q&A
Responding to your last min questions and my recent realizations with guys and closure. HAPPY NYE!!! Anonymous questions/comments/suggestions send in below: https://forms.gle/95UpRtCXm22BccU37
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Dating Fails of 2023
The juiciest episode of the year… unpacking my cringe worthy dating mistakes and fails of 2023. I’m sharing my personal advice for your situations. Touching on confidence with intimacy, blocking & unblocking and middle school crushes. Ending the year giving out some AWARDS. The longest episode…
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Pt 2 Press Conference
Sigh … boys will be boys. Ask me anonymous questions or podcast superlatives for an upcoming episode below !! ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://forms.gle/95UpRtCXm22BccU37
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EMERGENCY PRESS CONFERENCE
I’m calling out boys and I’m not holding back … OH and name dropping every character here, some new some old😘
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How to be the Most Magnetic Person in a Room🧲
I’m teaching you guys to have a presence that everyone gravitates toward. I asked my past situationship his first impression of me… let’s unpack. Athletes, exes, & recent texts to guys. Plus tips you can practice now to see an immediate shift in your reality :) ILY go be magnets!
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TGE SURVIVAL GUIDE
HAPPY ONE YEAR VOICE MEMOS!!! We are full circle here with another survival guide for pre and post thanksgiving eve. Be safe this week & make good decisions 😉 I’m rooting for you all xo ! And happy first birthday to Voice Memos:)
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Navigating Life at Your Own Pace
Talking through the pressure and feeling rushed to figure out life post grad. If you’re feeling lost, confused or behind in life right now, I promise you’re not and this episode is for you❤️ Sharing my own breakdowns on this topic in the past couple weeks!
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Dating Intentionally in Your 20s
First dates, plus ones & my current dating approach ! We discuss the importance of establishing clear boundaries and sticking to them. A new character is debriefed… As well as, the do’s and dont’s in modern dating and some of my relatable experiences. Don’t forget to rate if you enjoyed this...
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Hookup Culture + Casual Sex
My first one night stand, hookup culture and my thoughts on casual sex and intimacy. By far my most vulnerable episode … A topic I’ve been pushing back for awhile because of my own struggles in this area. But here we go unpacking a deeper part of my 20s. Protect your peace & your energy, I love…
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Chemistry vs Compatibility
Let’s dive into identifying compatibility vs chemistry with partners. I am all over the place in this episode lmao please bare with me🫡 ASK ANONYMOUS QUESTIONS BELOW https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf_xP1V0bT4wzghzN6v5x6aEyV70yaLgRIyqGG0jxF7EvTabw/viewform
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Brief Q&A
Touching on friendships, health & wellness, boys, fitness & life. Finally getting to some of your questions ! If you have any others send them in below ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf_xP1V0bT4wzghzN6v5x6aEyV70yaLgRIyqGG0jxF7EvTabw/viewform instagram:...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Voice Memos with your host, Kara. Where unfiltered chats, self-improvement and a touch of chaos await. I’m unpacking all things mental health, relationships, dating, balance and lifestyle. Owning our 20s by elevating our mindsets, embracing authenticity and tackling the confusion of adulthood. Tune in for exclusive voice memo rants and unfiltered discussion. Hit play and let’s start leveling up together!Socials:@voicememopod@karbadjihealth
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Kara Arbadji
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Welcome to Voice Memos with your host, Kara. Where unfiltered chats, self-improvement and a touch of chaos await. I’m unpacking all things mental health, relationships, dating, balance and lifestyle. Owning our 20s by elevating our mindsets, embracing authenticity and tackling the confusion of...
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