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Divine by DesignWhat “I Who Have Never Known Men” Taught Me About Curiosity, Womanhood, Power & DeathI just read I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman and I don’t even know where to begin…This episode is not a “book review.” It’s a soul-spill. A reflection on what it cracked open in me about being a woman. About surviving in a world that doesn’t make sense. About living without mirrors, without answers, without a map, and still becoming.I’m diving into the 5 core truths this story awakened in me:✨Curiosity as a survival instinct✨Femininity beyond performance✨Authority as a spell we can break...2025-05-2855 min
Divine by DesignHow to Build Your Dream Life Without Burning OutThis one’s for the girlies building their dream life without sacrificing their peace.In this episode, I’m sharing the real-life rituals, mindset shifts, and energetic tools I’m using to design my 23rd year around alignment, abundance, and rest!We’re talking:✨Releasing hustle culture✨Using Human Design + my 28-day cycle to plan my life✨Calling in soul-level connections✨Reprogramming scarcity with fridge-door affirmations✨And showing up from overflow, not obligationSo, if you’re craving a softer, richer, more you-shaped way to live, this ep...2025-05-1029 min
Divine by DesignThe Power of No: Reclaiming My Body, My Voice, My TruthGentle TW: In this episode, I talk about moments in my past where I didn’t feel fully in control of my body or safe to say no. Nothing graphic is shared, but I do open up about experiences that involve coercion, shame, and the healing process that followed. If you’re tender right now, feel free to pause or come back when it feels right. Your safety and softness come first.This episode is for the girls who froze. The ones who didn’t say no, but didn’t say yes either. The ones who blamed themselv...2025-04-2224 min
Divine by DesignExpansion > Comfort: Becoming That Girl (Even When It’s Messy)I just quit my job to go all in on my dream life, and I’m bringing you behind the scenes of the mindset shifts, fears, and full-body YES moments that come with expansion.In this episode, I’m getting real about what it actually feels like to step into your Expansion Era (spoiler: it’s not always vision boards & morning matcha). We’re talking growing pains, letting go of what no longer fits, imposter syndrome, discomfort, and what happens when the people around you stop aligning with your next level.If you’re on the edge o...2025-04-0929 min
Divine by DesignHealing > Hiding: Owning Your Journey with Lizzie ArduinoLet’s be real... healing isn’t all sage sticks & sunrise meditations. It’s messy. It’s raw. It’s unlearning all the BS that kept us small in the first place. And if you’ve ever felt like you’re trapped in a loop of self-doubt, people-pleasing, or “Who even am I without my trauma?”—this one’s for you baby!This week, I’m sitting down with the beautiful & brilliant Lizzie Arduino, host of Patience to Prosperity. We’re diving deep into shedding limiting beliefs, stepping into your best self (without guilt), and rewriting the damn script society handed...2025-04-011h 12
Divine by DesignVictor > Victim: Karyssa Michellé’s Guide to Reclaiming Your PowerKaryssa Michellé is on a mission to help women reconnect with their intuition, heal with intention, and step into their full power—and in today’s episode, she’s doing just that! We’re diving into self-worth, dating while healing, and how to break free from cycles that are no longer in alignment.If you’ve ever felt stuck in your circumstances, if you’re ready to step into your power but don’t know where to start, or if you need a reminder that you get to write your own story—this episode is for you. Karyssa is sharin...2025-03-191h 00
Divine by DesignTrust > Fear: Owning Your Birth, Your Body & Your Business with Caila BaroneAlright, babes, buckle up—because this episode is all about breaking the rules, trusting yourself, and taking back your power. Caila Barone, powerhouse mom, entrepreneur, and all-around badass, is here to talk about her journey of free birthing & lotus birthing, and it’s not just about birth—it’s about reclaiming the divine feminine, rejecting the fear and control that society tries to impose on us, and choosing to trust our bodies and instincts, no matter what the world says.From her personal birth story that had everyone side-eyeing her choices to building multiple businesses while being a mom, C...2025-03-121h 23
Divine by DesignPresent > Pretty: Breaking Up with Beauty Standards (and the Patriarchy)In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into some real talk about beauty standards... how they’ve been designed to distract us, keep us small, and leave us forever chasing perfection. And guess what? We’re breaking up with ALL of it.Inspired by Florence Given’s Women Living Deliciously, we’re diving into the messy, unfiltered reality of how beauty standards impact our self-worth—and, spoiler alert, it’s not just personal insecurities, it’s a WHOLE SYSTEM set up to keep us distracted.Ready to stop living for everyone else and start actually enjoying...2025-03-0620 min
Divine by DesignPeace > Proving: Releasing the Hustle, the Control & the FearWinter is the season of softening, and in this episode, we’re releasing the heaviness that’s been keeping us in survival mode.I’m sharing how I’ve been letting go of the need to defend myself, control everything, overwork, and prove my worth. Because honestly? It’s exhausting. And it’s not protecting me, it’s disconnecting me from my peace.This episode is a love letter to your nervous system, your inner child, and the part of you that’s so ready to stop performing & start receiving.Let’s talk about how to trust...2025-02-2537 min
Divine by Design2024: The Year I Stopped Forcing & Started Trusting2024 cracked me open.There were endings I didn’t expect, breakthroughs I couldn’t have planned, and magic that only showed up once I surrendered.In this episode, I’m reflecting on the trust it took to walk away from what no longer aligned, and the transformation that followed. From heartbreak to healing to holy sh*t moments, this isn’t just my story… it’s yours too.If you’re entering a new year feeling unsure, in-between, or wildly hopeful… this one’s for you.DM “READY” if 2024 stretched you & you’re ready to step i...2025-01-1427 min
Divine by DesignHow to Stay Grounded, Joyful & Abundant This Holiday SeasonThe holidays aren’t always holly jolly! If this time of year brings up overwhelm, overstimulation, or emotional chaos… you’re not alone.In this episode, I’m sharing gentle rituals, mindset shifts, and practical tools to help you stay grounded, soft, and connected to joy through the holiday season. Whether you’re navigating family dynamics, scarcity spirals, or just trying to protect your peace, this is for you.Let’s reframe the holidays into something intentional, magical & rooted in presence, not perfection.DM “READY” if you’re setting boundaries & choosing softness this season.Foll...2024-12-1818 min
Divine by DesignGlow Up From the Inside OutMy glow-up wasn’t just about makeup, outfits, or vision boards...It was about coming home to myself, and finally owning my power.In this episode, I’m sharing the full story: how I went from feeling lost & disconnected in my body to becoming the most confident, radiant, and magnetic version of me I’ve ever known. This isn’t about quick fixes. It’s about real, embodied self-love that changes how you feel, and yes, how you look, too.You’ll hear the inner work, the emotional healing, and the practices that helped me gl...2024-11-1139 min
Divine by DesignHealing Your Relationship with Social MediaIf social media feels fake, draining, or like you’re constantly performing… you’re not alone.In this episode, we’re talking about the emotional reality of showing up online in a world that rewards curation over connection. I’m unpacking how I went from posting for validation to sharing from a place of purpose, and why it changed everything.We’ll explore:• What it actually means to show up authentically• The fear of being seen (especially by people from your past)• How to stop over-curating & start sharing with meaning• Ho...2024-11-0247 min
Divine by DesignCan We Still Be Friends? (And Other Adult Friendship Questions)Friendship gets weird when you’re healing. When you’re evolving. When you’re no longer available for performative closeness, messy boundaries, or “FWB” energy.In this episode, we’re getting real about what it means to outgrow, redefine & rebirth friendship in your next era of growth.We’ll talk:• Friends you’ve slept with• Childhood friendships that no longer click• Long-distance soul ties• Men + women trying to stay platonic• And what it means to attract aligned, grown connections nowWhether you’re grieving what was or calling...2024-10-2756 min
Divine by DesignGirl Talk: Sex, Intimacy & Friendships with MenCan men and women actually be friends without weird energy? Can we be soft, sexual, sacred… and still hold boundaries?In this episode, I’m getting real about what it means to navigate relationships with men as a sensitive, self-aware woman. We’re talking intimacy beyond sex, emotional safety, friendship dynamics, and how to stop over-giving or performing for male validation.Whether you’re untangling a confusing friendship, healing from hookup culture, or just want more clarity & connection… this is the girl talk you didn’t know you needed.DM “READY” if you’re ready to naviga...2024-10-0927 min
Divine by DesignFor the Girlies Who’ve Been in a Funk & Need a ResetIf you’ve been feeling blah, disconnected, or just… off lately, you’re not broken, you’re just in a rut! And this episode is your reset button.I’m sharing the simple rituals, energy shifts, and mindset reframes that helped me move through stuckness & back into aliveness. No toxic positivity, no pressure, just real tools to help you reconnect with your body, your joy, and your why.This episode is your permission to soften, reset, and start again, with intention.DM “READY” if you’re ready to come back to yourself & shift the energy.2024-09-2815 min
Divine by DesignFeel Aligned, Intuitive & Connected (heal ur upper chakras)If you’ve ever struggled to say what you mean, trust your intuition, or feel truly connected to your higher self… this is the episode you’ve been waiting for.In Part 2 of the Chakra Series, we’re moving up—into the heart, throat, third eye, and crown chakras—to explore how your energy impacts your ability to love, express, see clearly, and receive guidance from something bigger.You don’t have to be “woo-woo” to work with this energy. You just have to be willing to listen to yourself again.This episode will help you:...2024-09-1045 min
Divine by DesignFeel Secure, Sexy & Powerful (heal ur lower chakras)This is the episode for the girlies who want to feel grounded in their body, confident in their power, and creative in their life again.In Part 1 of this chakra series, we’re starting from the bottom up… exploring your root, sacral & solar plexus chakras. I’m breaking it down in real, actionable steps so you can actually use this info to heal, activate, and step into your glow-up era.If you’ve been feeling disconnected, uninspired, or straight-up unstable lately… your lower chakras might be calling for your attention.DM “READY” if you’re ready t...2024-09-0440 min
Divine by DesignUnlocking the Secret to Fulfilling SexYou can have sex… and still feel disconnected.You can look sexy… and still feel unseen.You can go through the motions… and still crave something more.In this episode, I’m getting real about why sex isn’t always fulfilling, and how deeper connection, emotional intimacy & self-love hold the key to the kind of sex that actually nourishes you.We’ll talk about how repression, porn culture & internalized shame disconnect us from our bodies, and how you can come back home to yourself.This isn’t just about sex. It’s abou...2024-07-2953 min
Divine by DesignStop Attracting Chaos & Start Living On PurposeFor years, I joked that my life was a series of unfortunate events. Until I realized…I was scripting the whole thing.In this episode, I’m taking you deep into the intention that’s shaped my life:✨ To do the most good, every day ✨It’s not just a mantra, it’s a mindset shift, a soul assignment & a compass for how I move through the world.I’ll share how I went from reacting to life to co-creating it.We’ll talk intention-setting, energy, mindset, manifestation, and how to actually li...2024-07-1340 min
Divine by DesignStop Hustling, Start Healing: The Rest RevolutionWe’re so over the idea that being busy equals being valuable.In this episode, I’m diving deep into the radical power of rest, because reclaiming your time, passion & purpose is the ultimate form of rebellion.We’ll unpack how our hustle-obsessed world conditions us to chase productivity at the expense of our well-being. Learn practical ways to reset your mindset, break free from the urgency trap, and cultivate true financial abundance outside the limits of the system.If you’re ready to rewrite your story and value yourself beyond the “do more” ment...2024-06-1637 min
Divine by DesignNavigating Dating Culture for Healing & WholenessIn this episode, I’m sharing what I’ve learned from navigating the messiness of swiping, ghosting, craving connection, and ultimately, finding myself through it all.This is for the girlies who’ve been asking:“Is it me?”“Why do I keep attracting emotionally unavailable people?”“What does healthy love even look like?”We’re unpacking all of it, with compassion, realness & the reminders you didn’t know you needed.DM “READY” if you’re done settling & ready to date from wholeness.Follow the pod on IG + TikTok @divinebydesignpod & come say hi on my personal page @alex2024-03-2036 min
Divine by DesignHow to Be Magnetic AF (The Divine Feminine Way)She doesn’t chase. She attracts. She rests. She radiates. She receives.In this episode, we’re unlocking the soft power of divine feminine energy, and how tapping into your creativity, intuition & embodiment makes you magnetic without lifting a finger.We’ll talk feminine embodiment, boundaries (the sacred kind), energy shifts, and how to stop overgiving & start receiving what you actually desire.DM “READY” to start your own soft, glowing, feminine reawakening.Follow the pod on IG + TikTok @divinebydesignpod & come say hi on my personal page @alexusmariahh🩷 2024-03-0623 min
Divine by DesignNature Is the Original Self-CareYou don’t need another productivity hack! You just need to put your bare feet on the ground and BREATHE.In this episode, we’re talking about the sacred medicine of nature, and how practices like earthing, slowing down, and presence in the elements can reconnect you to your body, your spirit, and something bigger.This is a love letter to the Earth and the version of you who craves simplicity, softness, and spiritual grounding.DM “READY” if you’re ready to return to your roots & start living in deeper harmony.Follow the...2024-03-0127 min
Divine by DesignHot Girls Don’t Chase, They AttractYou don’t need to force it. You just need to match the frequency.In this episode, we’re talking real abundance… not just the Pinterest quotes, but the actual energetic shifts that turn you into a magnet for money, love, opportunities, and joy. I’ll share practical tips & mindset shifts that helped me stop chasing and start receiving (with ease).If you’ve ever felt like you’re “doing all the right things” but nothing’s clicking—this is your episode.Let’s turn your life into a living, breathing vision board.DM “READY” to act...2024-02-2521 min
Divine by DesignYou’re Not Crazy—Your Spirit Guides Are Talking to YouNo, you’re not imagining it, and yes, your spirit guides are trying to reach you.In this episode, I’m sharing the real, raw, and actionable ways I connect with my guides (spoiler: you can too). From noticing signs to strengthening your intuition, this is your permission slip to stop second-guessing and start listening.Because divine guidance doesn’t have to be complicated, it just takes trust.Whether you’re new to spirit communication or deepening your practice, this one will bring you back to your magic.DM “READY” if you’re ready...2024-02-0623 min
Divine by DesignHeartbreak, Healing & a Wild Plot TwistThis one’s personal.In this episode, I’m opening up about my recent breakup, the kind that breaks you open in all the right ways. From the highs of a beautiful, life-shaping relationship to the moment I realized I had outgrown the version of me that needed it… this is a soft, strong, messy, magical chapter of healing.We’re talking conscious uncoupling, intuitive detachment & the sacred grief that comes with choosing you.Oh—and there’s a plot twist.If you’re navigating change, heartache, or any kind of goodbye… I mad...2024-02-0224 min
Divine by DesignDo the Scary Thing. Trust Me.What if the version of you you’re craving to become… is waiting on the other side of your comfort zone?In this episode, I’m taking you through my most pivotal solo travels (from Cambodia at 14 to Colombia at 18) and the ways fear, magic, and self-trust have shaped me along the way. These weren’t just trips. They were initiations.Let’s talk about doing the thing that terrifies you, saying yes to the unknown, and becoming the girl who does it anyway. DM “READY” if you’re done playing small & ready to step into your...2024-01-2423 min
Divine by DesignCycle Syncing 101: Because You’re Not Meant to Hustle 24/7You’re not meant to do, be, or give at the same level every single day (and your cycle knows it.)In this empowering episode, we’re breaking down the 28-day flow and why syncing your lifestyle to your hormones is the ultimate act of self-respect! From energy shifts to emotional waves, I’ll show you how to stop fighting your body & start flowing with it.This is for the girlies reclaiming their rhythm in a world built for burnout. Because your period isn’t a weakness, it’s your built-in blueprint for power.DM me “R...2024-01-1723 min
Divine by DesignI Cut My Hair & Everything ChangedSometimes the glow-up starts with a pair of scissors.In this mini episode, I’m sharing why I chopped my hair, and how it became a full-on energetic shift!! We’re talking intuition, identity, manifestation, and what really happens when you stop waiting for permission & become the next version of you.Whether you’re craving a change or right in the middle of a messy metamorphosis, this one’s your permission slip to trust your gut and cut what no longer aligns—physically, emotionally, spiritually.Ready to become her? DM “READY” and let’s unlock your ne...2024-01-1016 min
Divine by DesignHow to Handle Big Emotions Without Spiraling2024 is not the year we emotionally spiral in silence.It’s the year we actually learn how to sit with our big feelings, feel them fully & still protect our peace.In this episode, I’m breaking down holistic ways to manage big emotions—without bypassing, bottling, or blowing up. Whether you’re feeling ragey, weepy, or just a little existential, this is your soft landing.You’re allowed to feel it all and stay grounded. Let’s talk about how.DM me “READY” if you’re done being ruled by your reactivity & ready...2024-01-0321 min
Divine by DesignSeason 1 Finale: The Healing, The Growth, The Glow-UpIt’s the end of an era! Divine by Design Season 1 is officially wrapped.In this final episode of the year, I’m reflecting on the lessons, growth, and magic that unfolded in 2023. We’ll revisit some of the most powerful themes we explored, answer listener questions, and hold space for what it means to end something intentionally.Whether you’ve been here since the beginning or just found this space—thank you. This is a sacred pause before the next expansion, and you’re so invited into what’s coming next.Here’s to the healing...2024-01-0126 min
Divine by DesignYou’re Allowed to Outgrow the People Who Raised YouLet’s talk about the quiet grief (and liberation) of outgrowing the people who raised you.In this mini episode, I’m opening up about what it means to set boundaries with family, choose who you surround yourself with, and create a definition of “home” that actually honors who you are becoming.This is for the girlies healing generational patterns, softening after survival mode, and choosing connection that feels safe—not just familiar.DM “READY” if you’re learning to choose yourself, even when it’s hard.Follow the pod on IG + TikTok @divin...2023-11-2319 min
Divine by DesignHealing from Religion & Reclaiming Your MagicThis episode is for the girlies caught between two worlds… raised in religion, but pulled toward something deeper, softer, more aligned.I’m sharing a personal story that changed everything: a close friend uninviting me from her wedding after discovering I’d posted tarot cards online. It was painful, confusing, and rooted in the kind of spiritual shame many of us know too well.This episode isn’t just about religion vs. spirituality—it’s about what happens when people use faith to shame, exclude, or control. It’s about spiritual autonomy. It’s about finding your way...2023-11-2029 min
Divine by DesignSomewhere Between Burnout & BreakthroughThis isn’t just a life update… it’s a soft unraveling & a sacred becoming.I’ve been moving through change behind the scenes: the kind that doesn’t always look pretty, but always leads to clarity.This episode is me, in the messy middle. It’s for the girlies who are somewhere between burnout & breakthrough.Between knowing they’ve outgrown something… and not quite knowing what comes next.Let’s talk about trusting your evolution—even when it’s chaotic, quiet, or wildly overdue.DM “READY” if you’re currently changing your l...2023-09-1132 min
Divine by DesignThe Money Wounds We Don’t Talk About (and How to Heal Them)Money wounds run deep… but so does your magic.In this episode, we’re unpacking what it means to shift from survival mode to prosperity mindset—from scarcity, shame, and silence… to softness, support, and soul-aligned abundance.We’re talking:• The energetic roots of money blocks• How to stop outsourcing your worth• Why you don’t have to hustle to thrive• And how financial healing is spiritual healingThis isn’t about chasing wealth. It’s about becoming the version of you who naturally receives it!!!DM “READY” i...2023-08-1522 min
Divine by DesignHow to Build Confidence That Actually SticksConfidence doesn’t come from what you wear, how you look, or what other people think of you…It comes from knowing who the hell you are, and acting like it.In this episode, I’m sharing what it actually looks like to build unshakable confidence from the inside out. Not performative “fake it till you make it” energy—real, embodied self-trust that changes how you show up in every part of your life.Whether you’re navigating your career, your relationships, or your own healing era… confidence is the foundation. And the good news? You d...2023-07-3151 min
Divine by DesignHow to Shift Your Energy & Attract What You Actually WantYour energy introduces you before you say a word, so what’s it saying?In this episode, I’m breaking down what it actually means to raise your vibration—not in a bypass-y, “just think positive” way, but in a grounded, embodied, feminine power kind of way.We’re talking:• Daily practices to shift your energy• How intention, gratitude & boundaries shape your frequency• Why your vibration is the real key to attracting what you want• And how to stop letting other people’s energy hijack your ownThis isn’t about...2023-05-2421 min
Divine by DesignWhy I Quit Drinking & Vaping (And What It Taught Me About Energy)This episode is deeply personal.I’m sharing why I chose to stop drinking and vaping, and how that decision has completely shifted my energy, clarity & connection to myself.For years, these habits were my escape. But eventually, they started to feel like they were blocking me from my intuition, my creativity, my growth, and my joy. And once I started seeing alcohol & nicotine for what they really were (energy drains) I couldn’t unsee it.In this episode, I’ll open up about:• The spiritual + emotional toll of substances on your vib...2023-05-2039 min
Divine by DesignHow I Learned to Set Boundaries Without GuiltLet’s talk about boundaries… the kind that protect your peace without disconnecting you from people you love.For so long, I struggled with guilt, people-pleasing, and shrinking myself to make others comfortable. But the more I honored my limits, the more I realized: boundaries don’t push people away, they show them how to love you better.In this episode, I’m sharing:• How I stopped feeling guilty for saying no• Scripts for boundary-setting that feel clear and kind• What to do when people don’t respect your boundaries2023-03-3139 min
Divine by DesignHow to Love Without Losing YourselfYou don’t have to prove your love by abandoning yourself.In this episode, we’re getting into the art of loving detachment (aka, how to stop gripping, chasing, fixing, or bending over backwards to keep connections alive that drain you.) Because real love doesn’t require self-sacrifice.I’ll share the mindset shifts, energy resets, and boundary upgrades that helped me finally stop performing for closeness, and start choosing peace over panic.If you’ve ever felt like you were giving too much, caring too hard, or waiting for someone else to change, th...2023-03-0322 min
Divine by DesignThe Version of You That’s Holding You Back? She’s Done.Letting go isn’t weak. It’s revolutionary.In this episode, I’m calling you to release the versions of yourself that were built for survival, not expansion. We’re talking about shedding old patterns, outdated beliefs, toxic dynamics, and anything else that’s blocking your glow-up.You don’t need to keep carrying what’s been dimming your light!!!You get to choose something different now. Something softer. Something freer. Something that actually feels like you.This is the energetic cleanse your spirit’s been craving.DM “READY” if you’re done shrin...2023-01-1315 min
Divine by DesignNew to Spirituality? Start Here.If you’re craving something deeper, something realer, you’re in the right place.Whether you’re just waking up or ready to go deeper, this episode is your invitation to begin (or reconnect with) your spiritual journey in a way that feels grounded, soft, and true to you.I’ll guide you through the foundational tools that helped me come back to myself (things like mindfulness, self-reflection, energetic healing & surrendering control.)This isn’t about being “perfectly spiritual.” It’s about being authentically you.We’ll talk:• How to start building yo...2022-12-0941 min
Divine by DesignYou Can’t Heal If You Keep Hating Who You Used to BeThere was a version of me I kept punishing for years. She didn’t know how to ask for what she needed. She stayed small. She people-pleased. She over-explained. But she was also doing her best to survive.In this episode, I’m talking about what it really looks like to forgive the version of yourself that didn’t know better, and how that forgiveness opens the door to presence, peace & true self-worth.We’ll explore:• What it means to stop resenting your past self• Why self-worth isn’t something you earn, it’s som...2022-11-0324 min
Divine by DesignRock Bottom Was the Beginning of My BecomingBefore there was Divine by Design… there was pain. There was confusion. There was survival.In this first episode, I’m sharing the truth behind my spiritual journey—the mental health struggles that cracked me open, the moments that brought me to my knees, and the practices that helped me start building myself back up.You’ll hear:• How my rock bottom became my turning point• The spiritual rituals that became my lifeline• What inspired this podcast (and where we’re going from here)If you’re in the thick of it...2022-10-2016 min