Glow Up and Grow Up with Ami

Join Ami for a quick episode on things that have been on her mind and heart- life goes a million miles a minute, and sometimes we lose sight of things. Ami shares things that in her opinion should be adult disclaimers- but nonetheless no one talks about enough! Enjoy a solo gap sesh :)

Join Ami with special guest, Ali Velas as she shares her journey as the founder of Creative Ave, discussing her rapid growth, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the importance of community building. She reflects on her health journey, the lessons learned from her early entrepreneurial ventures, and the significance of authenticity in storytelling. To connect with Ali, follow @creativeaveco on Instagram, or find her on LinkedIn.

Join Ami for a much needed SOLO EP!!! We chat all things seeing your past self and asking the dreaded question "have i peaked already?". Ami chats about her own musings with it and asking herself it and how she reminds herself she's where she's meant to be.

In this episode, Ami welcomes Emmabella Rudd, a passionate advocate for Type 1 Diabetes awareness and healthcare reform. Emma shares her personal journey living with Type 1 Diabetes since childhood, the challenges she faced, and how these experiences ignited her advocacy work. The conversation delves into the importance of education, the stigma surrounding diabetes, and the role of social media in spreading awareness. Emma discusses her experiences in the nonprofit sector, her work with various organizations, and the hope for future advancements in diabetes research. The episode emphasizes the significance of celebrating achievements, navigating life in different environments, and the power of community support in advocacy efforts.If you'd like to connect with her, she is @emmabellarudd on Instagram and LinkedIn!

Join Ami and the wind beneath her wings, Josie Kravec as they explore the depths of their friendship, discussing the importance of showing up for one another, navigating cultural differences, and the journey of finding a platonic soulmate. They share personal anecdotes that highlight the significance of authenticity, communication, and mutual support in building strong relationships. We emphasize the courage it takes to reach out and connect with others, as well as the value of understanding and respecting each other's identities. Ultimately, they provide insightful advice for those seeking to deepen their friendships and find their own supportive communities.If you want to connect with Josie, find her as Josie Kravec on Linkedin and IG!

Join Ami with special guest, Riss Mullen! They discuss the challenges and realizations that come with recognizing the need for change, the impact of habits and discipline, and the importance of support from friends. They also touch on the emotional toll of significant life changes, such as divorce and career transitions, and the pursuit of fulfillment in both personal and professional realms. Not to mention, the realities of investment struggles, the importance of community support, and the challenges of asking for help. If you'd like to connect with Riss, you can find her on Instagram as @rissmullen Here are some of her recommendations: The Art on War (book) Mel Poetry by Rainer Maria RilkeRobbin's PodcastAtomic Habits

Join Ami as she chats about the elephant in the room... her debut book and chronic depression! if you haven't gotten your copy of gu&gu yet, grab here!

Join Ami in this engaging conversation, with Amandeep Singh, also known as Inkquisitive, he shares his journey as an artist and storyteller. He discusses the importance of storytelling in art, his defining moments, and the emotional connections people have with his work. Amandeep reflects on his growth over 15 years, the influence of his family, and the significance of his upcoming exhibition, which celebrates his artistic journey. The discussion highlights the challenges and triumphs of being a creative, the role of support in the artistic community, and the importance of embracing one's unique style.If you'd like to connect with Aman here's his socials along with a link to snag tickets to his Michigan Exhibition!https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1652990933379?Amandeep Singh | Ink | Inkquisitive Illustration | Inkquisitive Art

Join Ami with a very special guest, Sakshi Shah! Sakshi is a financial health content creator focusing on women and international student finances. We talk about all thing's debt, building a savings account, and even our attitudes towards money itself. Follow Sakshi on Instagram! @shahijournal

ami details why she's been mia (what's new am i right?)- but also shares the exciting news that she will be hosting another show, the behind the scenes of pitching herself, and the future of glow up and grow up.

shockingly listeners trusted Ami with giving them dating advice (go figure!) Ami answers a few questions and chats about being yourself, expectation versus reality, and simply just trusting the process.

join ami as she sheepishly admits to being severe burn out and how she’s been trying to get out of what she thought was once a funk only to realize she had to psycho analyze 18 year old Ami to fully get how we got here. Also she formally apologizes for being MIA.

Ever feel so annoyed that you aren't in the stage of life where you have everything you've been working for? Ami's hot take is the stage where you're working towards your goal and life is seemingly "boring" is when you are truly thriving- and learn the most about yourself.

the question of the century!! do they still think about me?! you're laying in bed wondering what you could have done differently and resenting someone who is no longer in your life for not suffering the way you are- seems a bit too familiar? Ami has been there. Join her for Ep 17 where we chat about this feeling and how to go about centering yourself versus others when healing.

Ami records her first video podcast to chat about anxiety and having a mental illness after an intrusive car thought turned into, no way am I the only one who has these feelings?!

Ami gets straight to the point in this episode, there are birthday criers, and there are the people who like to be sung to in restaurants. Ami shares her journey from being a birthday hater to enjoying it and what she learned about herself on the way.

In this special episode, Ami sits down with Jaime Hunt, a former CMO turned CEO, to discuss the importance of discovering your passions early and taking calculated risks to craft the career of your dreams. Jaime shares how embracing authenticity in the workplace and showing up as your true self has empowered her leadership journey. Whether you're navigating career choices or seeking inspiration, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you grow! Jaime's Channels: LinkedIn: Jaime Hunt https://www.enrollify.org/podcasts/higheredcmo https://www.solvehighered.com/

Join Ami after her short hiatus to talk about the pressure of always “performing” and never really knowing when to take a break, versus having to take one. She refers to Tuckman’s stages of group development and how it’s helped her reframe her own creative process as she learns how to take breaks!

Ami skips all pleasantries this episode (no but literally) to talk about how she was somehow both hyper independent and hyper reliant with the folks in her life, and how that stemmed from one reason: not being able to fulfill her own needs. Join Ami in chatting about being alone with your thoughts, how to self regulate, and the ripple effect it has on your life overall!

Join Ami in her first “mobile” episode! Ami shares a quick life update before delving into an exercise she does with her students when they feel “stuck” in their current life situation. This episode focuses on the impact of dreaming and how as we age we often forget to keep dreaming and designing our dream lives. Ami shares tips, and of course chats through her own experiences to help you build yours!

Ami chats about how heartbreak is not just the severe "worst-case-scenario" we are conditioned to think about, but rather the hundreds of small moments that give us big feelings, and navigating those feelings when they arise.

Ami shares about the feeling of being in stuck and how to reframe your mindset, choosing to remain in unhappy circumstances is "hard", versus working towards a life that could fufill you, also is "hard". The choices we make now, help us determine what our "hard" exactly is right now. Listen in to learn more about Ami's journey and how she continues to use this mindset to improve her life still!

ami apologizes for her unintentional pod hiatus and delves into the chaos of her flooded apartment and random trip to the emergency room. Afterwards, she talks all things valentines day and the importance of loving yourself/others radically plays into her life and how it can in yours as well.

This episode is extra special to me because my childhood friend, Fatiha Alam is a guest! In this episode we chat about being minorities at our alma mater, feeling like you don't belong, and the importance of safe spaces, and community! If you want to subscribe to Fatiha's show, her Podcast is titled "Culture vs Purpose" on Apple and Spotify!

Join Ami for an episode all about New Years resolutions, she chats about how she hacks hers to make sure they get completed every year, listen in to talk about the psychology of goal setting, habits, and the importance of knowing your learning style to truly accomplish your goals!

Join Ami in talking about how we often build ideas/expectations of others in our mind and as a result feel deep lows when they don't live up to these expectations, when in reality if we saw people for who they were versus who we wanted them to be, we would probably be a lot happier!

first of all, new intro and outro!!! second of all, join ami in talking all things mediocrity, why we feel like we cannot be mediocre as humans and the negative outcomes of this mindset.

in this episode ami talks about thanksgiving and how holidays can be a mixed bag for folks, but also on how the holiday brings out the feeling of being alone/lonely more so. Ami shares how she has navigated both feelings and is candid on her experiences with them

Join Ami as she updates y’all on her recent travels, but more important talks about her recent revelations on one-sides beefs in adulthood, and how she’s been tackling them moving forward.

In the short debut episode of "Glow Up and Grow Up with Ami," your host Ami takes you on a personal journey of self-discovery and transformation. Listen as Ami candidly shares her own experiences with the post-graduation blues, the challenges of transitioning into adulthood, and the uncertainty that comes with it. Ami also discusses the decision to choose podcasting as the medium for her message over other options like blogging. Learn why she believes in the power of intimate conversations and how this format can be a valuable tool for personal development and community engagement.