Mirror Image

Episode in which we discuss all the advice for dealing with periods (from pads v tampons to PMS) and I share some of my traumatic period horror stories. Crying, but it's from the hormones. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 17-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

A stream of current thoughts on January 11th 2023. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 17-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

I call myself a MEGA-introvert but does that mean I'm a loner? In this episode we break down the struggles and joys(!) of being introverted and how to deal with the loneliness and FOMO/ FOBLO (side note: I absolutely did not coin this idk why I said that lmao). Listen on fellow INFJ's !! (And how many are there of us btw...) Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 17-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

I'm sincerely sorry for the audio and the spite against my microphone... anywho, on today's episode we discuss the very fun topic of self-hatred. Why do we hate ourselves? And, hopefully, how can we stop the hate? Along the way we discuss insecurities and feeling like you're a morally reprehensible person. Happy season four!! Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 17-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

Should auld acquaintance be forgot... cue the New Year's emotions! Welcome the final episode of 2022 and Season 3 of Mirror Image ❤ We're talking the best and worst of 2022-- podcasts, books, shows, and things to do. Plus my personal resolutions, dreams (literally), and spiraling. Love ya, Mirror Image fam and Happy New Year!! Lyss' best of the year picks:  1. Mirror Image episodes: 045. Performing and Perceiving 2. podcasts : Goes Without Saying, The Dropout, The Trojan Horse Affair 3. books: If We Were Villains, The Cloisters, The Song of Achilles, My Year of Rest and Relaxation 4. shows: Only Murders in the Building (Hulu) 5. activities: podcasting (duh!) Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 17-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

*This episode contains mentions of death and body image* Half happy, half sad episode. Exploring the double-edge sword of protecting yourself against rejection and how to deal with the aftermath of one. Plus rambling about The World Cup, Argentina, and Messi!!! Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 17-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

In which we talk happy life updates and unhappy moments where people make us angry!! My New Year's resolution is to pick more fights so pls join me in doing so:))) Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 17-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

This episode is sponsored by Roomba-- the bestest friend who will clean your room when you're too busy spiraling over the unit circle. We're talking productivity, comparison, and being totally burnt out! Yay! Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 17-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

I deleted social media for a year and this is what I learned in the process ft. delving into my Pirates of the Caribbean fishing boat dream sequence. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 17-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

The most clickbait-y title yet? In this episode we talk all about changing your appearance: from shaving to surgery and the impacts of beauty standards on the ways we present ourselves. It's really hard to truly love yourself, but hopefully this episode was at least somewhat enjoyable to listen to!! Signed, someone who is try her best at self-love. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 17-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

You don't like me? Is it because I'm Asian? Is it because I'm a cheerleader? Is it because I watch anime? No, it's because you're going off the rails. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 16-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

What's embarrassing is that I don't know how to spell embbarasssing  Welcome to the long-awaited (by me and only me) 50th Mirror Image Pod Special where I talk all about the things I find embarrassing (like umbrellas, lunchboxes, and raising your hand in class) as well as some ways to get better at small talk and how feminism intersects with feelings of shame. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 16-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

It's my birthday which means it's prime time to talk about turning 17, growing up, and maturing! Hope you all enjoy and have a great belated birthday (it applies to all of you!) PS: audio is wack this episode sorry; *sigh* it's not you, it's me. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 16-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

All right, time for me to shut up and open my wallet: https://abortionfunds.org/  Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 16-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

In which the one and the only Katie makes her reappearance and we revisit the Ten Get-to-know-you Questions we answered in summer of 2020. Oh, how time flies. But at least one thing will never change: we're still a podcasting-mess. Featuring: foot ASMR, alcoholic (?) boba tea, jumping jollys, and the best Minecraft woods. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 16-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

Moving on is good for the soul ... right? Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 16-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

Do you ever make up ideas about strangers in the airport or old people eating alone? Same. Today we talk about perceiving other people's lives based on our own prejudices-- and how our insecurities show up in how we think other people feel. Did someone call Mark Zuckerberg because this is Meta. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 16-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

It's Women's History Month and that means ranting about dress code, girls supporting girls, successful women, imposter syndrome, and intersectional feminism. You know you love it xoxo, f the patriarchy. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 16-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

Today we're talking about bullies: how to deal with them, why we become them, and how they hurt us. Tune in for some elementary school drama realness and the lamest excuse to hate on someone I've ever heard. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 16-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

This episode mentions mental health issues including depression and anxiety. To reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, call (800) 273-8255 Text HELP4U to 435748 to access mental health resources. If you are in an emergency, call 911 You've heard of hot girl summer introducing: Sad Girl Winter. *brief note from me: in this episode I made up a name for a problem I was having about school, but mental health disorders are extremely serious and should be treated as such! Joking around from time to time, as I do in this episode, is fine so long as we acknowledge that these are serious issues and diagnosis’ should come from professionals* Sending love to you all xoxo Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 16-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

It seems like all over TikTok and Instagram people are showing off their amazing lives in cities like New York, Paris, and London. But is it really all that good to romanticize cities and only show the perfect sides? Spoiler alert: It's not. We also discuss in-state v out-of-state college because... junior year. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 16-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

Happy 2022 Mirror Image Fam! Let's ring in the New Year with an Everything But the Kitchen Sink Episode (patent pending) -- advice, story times, and reflections on the New Year:) Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 16-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

Off topic but I really like the French spelling of "jalousie". Anyways, in today's episode we talk about jealousy, where it stems from, and why sometimes you're actually just jealous of the people you hate. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a 16-year old teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

Circe by Madeleine Miller The Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton The Stranger by Albert Camus Reviewed by Yours Truly!! Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a Gen-Z teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

Let's have our bad day(s) together. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a Gen-Z teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

... the worst years of my life. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a Gen-Z teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

Well, it's time to get depressing again. On this week's episode, let's talk about FOMO (fear of missing out) and FOBLO (fear of being left out). Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a Gen-Z teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

Are you doing this for yourself? School, sports, hobbies, social media... is this benefitting you or are you doing it to please other people?  Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a Gen-Z teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

Now more than ever, teenagers are hyper-aware about living a sustainable and environmentally-friendly lifestyle. On this episode I share the story of my journey with sustainability as well as how we can all be more sustainable in our everyday lives. Although trying to live a sustainable lifestyle is admirable, it also has some adverse effects (particularly nitpicking/ judging others's choices & extreme nihilism about climate change. The best thing we can do is find balance. take care of urself xoxo Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a Gen-Z teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

On today's episode of Mirror Image I give you my unsolicited back to school advice broken down into the 3 S's: study advice, social advice, and self advice. As a incoming high school junior, (who still feels and acts like a freshman) I've picked up a few tips and tricks when it comes to studying, making close high school friends and casual ones, and how to take care of your mental health in a school system that seems like it is working 24/7 to send you into a depressive episode.  xoxo & have a lovely back to school season (oxymoron!) STUFF MENTIONED! Nemo's Dreamscapes on Youtube "Stunning Studio Ghibli Soundtracks" by xR4G3z on Youtube Episode 30. Being Authentic is Impossible Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a Gen-Z teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

This episode mentions body image, food, and fitness. To reach the National Eating Disorder Association Helpline, call or text (800) 931-2237 If you are in a crisis and need help immediately, text “NEDA” to 741741 To reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, call (800) 273-8255 If you are in an emergency, call 911 Hello world and welcome to a continuation of last week's episode on body image. On today's episode, I discuss the body positivity movement and the many flaws I see within it. Everything from putting too much focus on how bodies look, to food and fitness influencers, to making teenage girls the leaders of the movement. This is a very nuanced subject and I definitely don't have the *best* perspective, but I hope that what I say at least makes you think a little. xoxo Alyssa Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a Gen-Z teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

This episode mentions eating disorders and mental health. To reach the National Eating Disorder Association Helpline, call or text (800) 931-2237 If you are in a crisis and need help immediately, text “NEDA” to 741741 To reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, call (800) 273-8255 If you are in an emergency, call 911 On today's episode, I talk about why teenagers (particular teenage girls) have such bad body image. I touch on how crazy it is that young children are being taught that their genetically pre-determined body structure is being examined as either "beautiful" or "not". I also talk about everyone's favorite / least favorite app: TikTok. TikTok, along with most other types of social media, are seriously hurting teens in the self-love department. Remember that your body is simply a vessel to help you experience the joys of life and it is never worth damaging for a like. xoxo Alyssa YouTube Videos Mentioned "How TikTok Makes You Feel Ugly | An analysis" by Salem Tovar "tik tok's obsession with beauty confirmation (inverted filter, long face, etc)" by Madisyn Brown Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a Gen-Z teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

Even though it's summer, Katie and I can't stop thinking about the American school system's flaws. We talk standardized testing disparities, homework overloads, and not actually having fun while learning. It was so much fun to have Katie on the podcast again not only because she offers new perspectives (private school vs public school) but also because talking with her just goes to show how much wisdom she has:) Other episodes featuring Katie: 12. Interviewing My Best Friend Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a Gen-Z teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

Hey y'all!!! Long LONG time, no see. However, we are back to the weekly podcast schedule and I couldn't be more excited!! On today's episode, I deep dive into Olivia Rodrigo's new album SOUR and rank my favorite songs (hello good 4 u and happier!!) I also talk about authenticity: something I struggle with a lot. Let's be honest, we all love authentic people, but actually opening up to the rest of the world about your flaws and the shadows of life is difficult to say the least. In my opinion, no one can be 100% authentic, but enough writing, listen to the episode for my full explanation! Skip to 13:30 for authenticity section! Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a Gen-Z teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

AHHHH THE FUTURE! THE UNKNOWN! The future is so scary but nevertheless, in this episode I talk about my plans for life after high school. College, jobs, marriage, kids, pets- all of it is discussed (in great detail) in this episode. I talk a bit about the conflicting struggle between majoring in something you love versus something the world needs, why I really don't think having kids is a good idea, and where I want to go to college. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a Gen-Z teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

Friendships can be really amazing, really bad, or somewhere in between? On today's episode I dive into all the friendships I've had, what I've learned about different types of friends in my life, and how to make friends in high school as an introvert. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a Gen-Z teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

A stream of my current thoughts on January 30th, 2021. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a Gen-Z teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

The sister episode to 25. Social Media is Ruining Our Lives. On today's episode I talk a little more about how social media makes it impossible to "live in the moment"; I touch on things like the hypocrisy of causal Instagram, how aesthetics can make you question your existence, and my tips for getting away from social media.  Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a Gen-Z teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

Social media, the one thing that can connect a teenager from the United States with an extremely fashionable elderly couple from Japan. Like most teens, I am completely addicted to social media. But like everything entertaining in life, social media has its fair share of downsides. In this episode I talk about the 4 social media platforms I've used / currently use (Instagram, SnapChat, Pinterest, and TikTok) and all of their downsides. From comparison, to insecurity, to rabbit holes this is a pretty negative episode so... listener discretion is advised. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod  Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a Gen-Z teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering.  Leave a voice message at the link below.

Always fashionably late to the trends, today I talk about why the Nickelodeon animated series Avatar the Last Airbender is the best show I have ever watched. Yes I am fully aware that Avatar was at its peak popularity on TikTok during summer but in my defense, I didn't have Netflix in the summer. Tune in to listen to my opinions on Aang, Katara, Sokka, Zuko, Uncle Iroh, Azula, and Toph (the best). Also I talk about what type of bender I am, although to be honest I think I might be the Sokka of the group when it comes to bending abilities.  Instagram: @mirrorimagepod  Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a Gen-Z teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

I reflect on how I have changed / grown / matured ? during the crazy year that was 2020. I talk about how my goals have changed, my shifts in values, how my personal style has grown, and how the major events of the year have affected me as a teenager. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood Mirror Image is the personal diary podcast of a Gen-Z teenager. Get in loser, we're going self-discovering. Leave a voice message at the link below.

A comprehensive list of my hot takes ranging from why BIPOC women are the blueprint to why Tinkerbell is the worst Disney fairy. Inspired by the No Nuance November TikTok trend expect there is 24 minutes of detailed nuance. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood

Acne can really make or break your self confidence. Recently, I've been struggling with more breakouts than usual due to school (read: stress), hormones, and the general pressure of being a human being. Let's talk about acne, skincare, and how spite is the greatest motivator for self love. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood

What is the meaning of life? Why are we here? Who created the Universe? All questions I seek to answer at the ripe old age of 15. Happy Thanksgiving! Follow me on instagram: @mirrorimagepod

Long time, no see! Today I am back right in time to celebrate the removal of Mr. Self-tanner from the White House! I talk about how I've been feeling with all the election chaos and also share a story of internalized misogyny that comes straight from my APUSH group chat... hope you enjoy! Instagram: @mirrorimagepod

Am I a Gryffindor? Ravenclaw? Hufflepuff? Slytherin? Today, we find out! I also take the Pottermore Wand and Patronus quizzes and discuss all the questions and my thoughts on Harry Potter (which has been taking over my for you page on TikTok ahem, Draco Malfoy). Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood For your voice to be heard↓ it can be about anything, suggestions, reviews, podcast ideas, etc. :)

Feeling like you're always under pressure to fit into a certain narrative? I've been there. In this episode, I talk all about restarting my podcast, quitting activities I don't enjoy, and following my true passions. Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood For your voice to be heard↓ it can be about anything, suggestions, reviews, podcast ideas, etc. :)

Did you know that bucket hats, logomania, and scripted necklaces all stem from black culture? On this episode, I describe 7 fashion trends and staple styles that originated in the Black community.  Instagram: @mirrorimagepod Sources: https://www.purewow.com/fashion/fashion-trends-by-black-culture https://www.collegefashionista.com/origins-the-african-americans-influence-on-fashion/ Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood For your voice to be heard↓ it can be about anything, suggestions, reviews, podcast ideas, etc. :)

The basics of why fashion and the production of clothing is unsustainable and how we can help! Also, includes a random rant on jeans. Hope you enjoy!  Instagram: @mirrorimagepod  Sources https://www.forbes.com/sites/georgkell/2018/06/04/can-fashion-be-sustainable/#4dca0a16412b https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20200310-sustainable-fashion-how-to-buy-clothes-good-for-the-climate  Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood  For your voice to be heard↓ it can be about anything, suggestions, reviews, podcast ideas, etc. :)

Today's episode features a special guest, Katie! We answer 11 questions together about what we would change about ourselves, what we are proud of, where we want to live, and our opinions on koalas. Chill with us as we chat about high school problems, dance problems, and other general problems of 2 teenage girls. PS- Sorry about the audio difference! This episode was recorded on a different mic than usual Intro + outro music: la la la / worldstar money remix by engelwood For your voice to be heard↓ it can be about anything, suggestions, reviews, podcast ideas, etc. :)