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善良的一刻Michelle Alexander大家好，我是夏昀Julia Hsia，這是 善良的一刻 One Kind Moment - 由執行製片人-Bruce Wayne McLellan -創建的播客 - 在比心碎的速度更快的60 秒之內，我們分享靈感，來幫助您創建一個更友善，更溫和的世界。此播客是 善意一詞 One Kind Word 的補充節目。我們相信，善良需要成為當今世界第一珍惜的理念。所以，我們製作了這個節目，每天將一滴甜蜜的善意注入你的生活。請每日收聽我們的節目，與我們保持聯繫，讓我們一起有個小小的內心微笑，和一顆充滿希望的心。回頭見。
2025-09-0602 min
I'm fine.Michelle Hsia is fine.This weeks guest, Michelle Hsia discusses grief/trauma at an early age and how she learned to love herself.
2022-03-0255 min
We're Always In RetrogradeEmbracing Identity Ep. 3 - To Be or Not to Be (A Question, But Not a Choice)On this episode, Michelle shares a passage from her new favorite novel, On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous by Vietnamese-American author Ocean Vuong. Novel provided courtesy of Liliam Clavijo
2021-03-3104 min
We're Always In RetrogradeEmbracing Identity Ep. 2 - Before the Moment EndsIn this episode, I dive into a quick conversation about the rise in AAPI hate crimes, my own emotion associated with the "model minority" myth, and my fears going forward. I hope to use this moment to have my voice be heard - before the movement may end.
#stopAAPIhate #stopAsianAmericanhate
2021-03-2010 min
We're Always In RetrogradeThoughtful Thursdays - Embracing Identity Ep. 1Welcome to the first of the Embracing Identity Series - chats where I’ll be talking through categories of my favorite Asian creators. Today’s category is: YouTube stars/social media influencers.
2021-03-0414 min
We're Always In RetrogradeDraft Pick #1 - The Election Week Episode (originally recorded Nov. 13th 2020)It's no secret - a lot of episodes I've recorded have never seen the light of day. But the truth is often in the first take, the moments of real, raw, emotion. I want to take the opportunity I have to share those words. So here's me - more unedited and real than ever before.
2021-02-1109 minWe're Always In RetrogradeThoughtful Thursdays - Why We Should All Be ~Spirited Away~On this episode, Michelle points out the excellence of the 2001 film Spirited Away and the lessons that are undeniably applicable to our lives today.
2021-01-2110 minWe're Always In RetrogradeDropping the Mic - ft. Ashley CastanoIn this episode, Michelle & Ashley (athlete, future physician, and caffeine in human form) discuss growing up Christian, balancing science & art, and the pursuit of "the one".
2021-01-1151 minWe're Always In RetrogradeHey After All These Years - ft. Hannah Diasti2020 is ending, so it's time to bring it FULL CIRCLE. In this episode, Michelle & Hannah (the first-ever guest of We're Always in Retrograde) crack open a year of chaos and take the time to accept change for what it brings and for what it takes away.
DISCLAIMER: This episode is titled to indicate that it's meant to be revisited as seasons pass and years fly by. Here's to listening again in 2021 and beyond :)
2020-12-311h 19We're Always In RetrogradeThoughtful Thursdays - Getting My Inner Sarah Jessica Parker to Not Be a B****It's not Thursday...but it is thoughtful? Tune into this episode, brought to you by the stress of finals season and the strong desire to practice giving yourself grace.
2020-12-1607 minWe're Always In RetrogradeThoughtful Thursdays - Love is a One-Way Street (And Why We Should Celebrate That)Love is a complex topic, but how well do we really understand it? In this episode, Michelle dives into a new potential definition and how that may help us going into the future.
2020-11-1206 minWe're Always In RetrogradeComma, But There's More - ft. Sabrina BelizaireIn this episode, Michelle & Sabrina (graduate, mentor, & future physician) talk tough decisions throughout COVID-19, adapting to our new reality, and why they believe we can still move forward.
2020-10-251h 00We're Always In RetrogradeThoughtful Thursdays - A Little Peace in the ChaosThey say laughter is the best medicine, but a little time to yourself can do wonders as well. On this episode, Michelle leads her first mindfulness meditation and sinks into the present - if only for a few minutes.
2020-10-1509 minWe're Always In RetrogradeThoughtful Thursdays - The Women We Must RememberSeptember 2020 has marked the death of Ruth Bader Ginsberg and a grand jury decision in the case of Breonna Taylor. In this episode, Michelle discusses catharsis, the future, and attempts to pay homage to the power of women.
2020-09-2412 minWe're Always In RetrogradeGalileo Was...Guilty? (You Might Be Surprised Why) - ft. Ally BlankenshipIn this episode, Michelle & Ally (future scientist, Christian, and host of the podcast "Semi-Question Mark") discuss the complicated relationship status of science and religion.
2020-09-2034 minWe're Always In RetrogradeThoughtful Thursdays - 552,830 People in AmericaIn this episode, Michelle addresses misconceptions about homelessness and tries to remain intentional in the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
2020-09-1008 minWe're Always In RetrogradeThoughtful Thursdays - The Conor McGregor EffectIn this episode, Michelle dives into the existence of structural gaslighting in both UFC and systemic racism.
2020-09-0314 minWe're Always In RetrogradeWhat Middle School Didn't Teach Us - ft. Martha Kendall CustardMichelle and Martha Kendall have been friends for over 9 years, seeing each other through some of the strangest times of their lives. In this episode, they dive into a discussion about the humanities, the future, and what a cultural divide can look like within a relationship.
2020-08-2640 minWe're Always In RetrogradeYour Vote? Your Voice (Let's Get Political) - ft. Liliam ClavijoThis year, the decisions voters make in November will reverberate for a generation to come, through all three branches of American government and across the world. Listen in as Michelle and Liliam (advocate, leader, and future law student) discuss their own experiences with politics and what they hope to see come to fruition following the upcoming election.
2020-08-1648 minWe're Always In RetrogradeThoughtful Thursdays - I̶n̶sanity at Its Finest"Insanity is relative. It depends on who has who locked in what cage" ~ Ray Bradbury.
In this episode, Michelle makes a discovery & discusses how the two concepts of "insane" and "sane" may not be so separate after all.
2020-08-0605 minWe're Always In RetrogradeThoughtful Thursdays - Estamos Siempre en RetrogradoIn this episode, find your favorite host tackling a quote that reminded her to live in the present and be here now... completely in Spanish.
(Grammar and vocab may not be perfect, but I was itching to keep practicing. Hope you enjoy!)
2020-07-3002 minWe're Always In RetrogradeHealthy Me, Healthy You, Healthy Us - ft. Deepti SingamOn this episode, Michelle & Deepti (foodie, avid reader, and future physician) discuss the intertwined nature of physical, mental, and social health and what they hope to see change in the future of healthcare.
2020-07-0329 minWe're Always In RetrogradeThoughtful Thursdays - Think Outside the Black Boxhttps://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSrT26HMWX-_hlLfiyy9s95erjkOZVJdroXYkU-miaHRk58duAnJIUWKxImRkTITsYhwaFkghS8sfIF/pub
Click the link for further information on how to contribute to the #blacklivesmatter movement. This week, Michelle addresses the question of "am I doing enough" when it comes to allyship and performative activism.
2020-06-0403 minWe're Always In RetrogradeThoughtful Thursdays - Durante La Cuarentena¿Qué te gusta hacer durante la cuarentena? Let's talk empowering yourself, sustainability, and living life in the "middle way"
2020-05-2107 minWe're Always In RetrogradeThoughtful Thursdays - The Art of WarDreaming big is something we should never get tired of. On this episode, Michelle briefly discusses a multi-layered quote from the infamous novel "The Art of War".
2020-05-1404 minWe're Always In RetrogradeThoughtful Thursdays - Self Love Or Bust, BabyIn the mood to relax? To meditate? To straight up just chill? Welcome to the first episode of Thoughtful Thursdays, folks. Today's episode features a short poem and a general discussion about the importance and practice of facilitating self love.
2020-05-0703 minWe're Always In RetrogradeI Love You, Te Amo, 我爱你 - ft. Elly MurilloLet's talk about love. On this episode, Michelle & Elly discuss all things romantic - their past experiences, their takeaways, and what they believe about what the future has in store.
2020-05-0240 minWe're Always In RetrogradeThe Past Is For Reference, Not For Residence - ft. Dom MontasMichelle & Dom (foodie, audio technical genius, and all-around advocate) discuss their backgrounds, how their identities have affected their experiences, and their philosophies for the future.
2020-04-2535 minWe're Always In RetrogradeYou Gotta Listen Up to Level Up - ft. Jarred MasonYour relationship with yourself is the most important, and sometimes the most frustrating, relationship in your life. Sit back, relax, and listen to two individuals who love to reflect on their individual journeys do so in a conversation together.
2020-04-1824 minWe're Always In RetrogradeThe Kids Are Alright (In Fact, They're Better Than Ever) - ft. NHHBad breakups? Faulty friendships? The inequities of the higher education system? Tune in to hear it all from four long-time friends reflecting on their college journeys and the ways in which they met or diverted.
2020-04-1126 minWe're Always In RetrogradeKiss Me Thru the Phone (No Seriously, Stay 6 Feet Away From Me) - ft. Hannah DiastiThe world just entered into an all-encompassing and unprecedented long-distance relationship. Listen in to two best friends talk about what social distancing has revealed to them about memes, advocacy, and true leadership in the face of crisis.
2020-04-0426 min