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Glow Up Syndrome30. q&a: impostor syndrome at oxford university + self-care routines + fall aestheticsHey gals! Today I bring you another (chaotic, sorry about the audio) episode. I'm leaving for Oxford TOMORROW... at least at the time I recorded this... and wanted to wrap this up with a Q&A as usual. You know I won't let you down xoxo Beyond catching up, let's talk everything wellness, pop culture, fall and figure out whether we're into it or not.
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S2 interlude: 'De Amor Nadie Se Muere (Instrumental Version)' by NeiNei [source: Epidemic Sound]2024-10-0415 minGlow Up Syndrome29. breaking the social bureaucracy: research in ai + vr + tech + social media with @mandili.jpgToday we have a shortie but a goodieeee AKA an episode on academic growth with the one and only @manili.jpg!! I met Mandi during my time at the University of Edinburgh; there, she was an exchange student who, little did I know, had all these insane ideas and intelligent criticisms about AI and Sociology up her sleeve. We literally just spent our time bonding over Taylor Swift music at chatty balls and dinners, but I don't regret that either. Anyway, come learn more about her research + find out some pro academia tips!
Want...2024-09-2222 minGlow Up Syndrome28. the ideal body is a myth: deconstructing society’s expectations of perfectionWe're back with a solo episode after a very consecutive segment of guest ones. I really made space in the current season to talk about my own personal experiences with topics I find to be very pressing and touching. As much as I love having fun conversations with guests, I'd still really like to keep this podcast underscored by the more delicate, unserious, chill girly chats... just me and you. [TW: for those with eating disorders] Today I talk about how societal expectations for the woman's body are unrealistic, ever changing, and thus virtually unattainable. I dissect the irony...2024-09-2020 minGlow Up Syndrome27. @sofia._.lanza on fostering spiritual growth through community and conversation + building 'brave spaces' for interfaith engagementWhat is a brave space? "A brave space is a safe space, but with bravery: [that is] being able to have an honest conversation with someone in front of you, without offending them, but also without feeling offended. In a brave space people are encouraged to talk in I sentences instead of we or you." I feel like a aged a million years through this conversation because there's just so much wisdom integrated into it. @sofia._.lanza is one of my friends from university, who I met through the Catholic Students' Union. She is an interfaith dialogue activist, encouraging...2024-09-1538 minGlow Up Syndrome26. @empowerwithem on building a personal brand + earning six figuresOur episode today is with @empowerwithem, a successful entrepreneur with talents on many fronts, which she grew from a mix of hard work, self-belief, and determination. Em is a business coach, with additional expertise in marketing, personal branding, and more. Hear her story (and valuable advice) now!
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Em's podcast: Empower with Em Podcast
S2 interlude: 'De Amor Nadie Se Muere (Instrumental Version)' by NeiNei [source: Epidemic Sound]2024-09-1443 minGlow Up Syndrome25. wellness routines for creative souls with @soygiulianna: slow down + put yourself first"I'm 13, and I [still] haven't done anything with my life", @soygiulianna (Juli; now 18) recalls voicing to her mom. Juli, who has always loved singing, highlights the ups and downs of her journey as an artist, and how this intertwines with her pursuit of wellness. This episode, we cover a broad range of topics: from finding purpose and belonging in community (shout out to Morning Club), to setting yourself up for success through routine, to overcoming perfectionism. And despite the title, this episode isn't actually limited to 'creative souls'. If you feel a sense of pressure in your everyday and...2024-09-0235 minGlow Up Syndrome24. @rada_mihaylova on unleashing your free spirit: singing, songwriting + solo-travellingToday I'm joined by one of my best friends, @rada_mihaylova! We really tried to pull it together here (otherwise we'd constantly be laughing like the chaotic mess that we are when we're put in a room together). I thought I'd be generous and share her ever-so-wise advice on living freely and leaning into what fate has in store for you; thanks, Rada, for obliging.
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Rada's Spotify soundtrack: Rada Mihaylova
Rada's Apple Music soundtrack: Rada Mi...2024-08-2834 minGlow Up Syndrome23. how to claim your highest potential in 2024 + a guided manifestation activity"Who do you want to be? Who do you want to show up as? Who do you want to present yourself as? How do you want to see yourself? Who. are. you? When you consistently visualise you ideal future and align your daily actions with that vision, that's when you're setting the stage for those possibilities to become reality. And the more you do in line with that vision, the more you start to really believe in that future (in yourself), which is what matters most." Tune in to this episode to learn how to make the most of...2024-08-2120 minGlow Up Syndrome22. this is your 'twenties' wake up callI've been having a major quarter-life crisis lately (even though I'm only 22). But I thought I'd share my core takeaways from a self-help book I read recently: "The Defining Decade" (Meg Jay). If, like me, you're feeling overwhelmed by all the uncertainty, this could really give you the chance to reflect on where you've come from and where you're going next.
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S2 interlude: 'De Amor Nadie Se Muere (Instrumental Version)' by NeiNei2024-08-1818 minGlow Up Syndrome21. navigating postgrad anxiety + answering some scary adulthood questionsWe're back (freshly graduated) to answer the important questions only: What now? How does everyone around me suddenly have a job? What if I'm better suited for a different career path? Is a Masters the new Bachelors? Am I making the right decisions? Will I be happy and successful? Also... Can I still have my hot girl summers?
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S2 interlude: 'De Amor Nadie Se Muere (Instrumental Version)' by NeiNei [source: Epide2024-08-1016 minGlow Up Syndrome20. q&a: student life at edinburgh + season recapThe seasonal interactive episode is finally here. It was so fun answering your questions! It's always so fulfilling seeing the Glow Up Gang's drive to grow and become the best versions of ourselves. Today, we talk productivity, making the most of your time at university, and the work-life balance.
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S2 interlude: 'De Amor Nadie Se Muere (Instrumental Version)' by NeiNei [source: Epidemic Sound]2023-11-0619 minGlow Up Syndrome19. i don't chase, i attract: trusting in the direction of your lifeThe mini therapy session you never knew you needed. In this episode, I talk about how to counter any feelings of pressure and anxiety associated with the attainment of goals or with periods of uncertainty. What is meant for you will come to you. Trust in the universe.
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S2 interlude: 'De Amor Nadie Se Muere (Instrumental Version)' by NeiNei [source: Epidemic Sound]2023-10-3018 minGlow Up Syndrome18. finding 'your person' (you deserve better)'Nuff said. This is your sign to set your standards high. Know you are worth so much more than how a guy treats you. Know you deserve all of the commitment, reciprocal energy, and priority in the world. Know you are worth that kind of love. Tune in for this season's romance episode (it was inevitable). Today, I chat about my latest dating shenanigans, including how I put my foot down with a guy who didn't respect me enough to be with me, and about what I took away from the experience.
Want to...2023-10-1620 minGlow Up Syndrome17. @nikkicgal on reinventing pathways to success + ‘boss bitch’ empowermentAnother special guest feature (@nikkicgal) comes to Glow Up Syndrome today!! Nikki is an entrepreneur, a model, an artist, a content creator, and so much more. Tune in to the episode to learn more from her about how to live the multifaceted lifestyle and derive a sense of fulfilment from the everyday grind.
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S2 interlude: 'De Amor Nadie Se Muere (Instrumental Version)' by NeiNei [source: Epidemic Sound]2023-10-0251 minGlow Up Syndrome16. building healthy friendships + setting boundariesTransitioning into a new era of your life (for me, young adulthood) entails redefining who you are, what makes you happy, and what your goals and priorities are. With all of this comes figuring out who you want to surround yourself with and what kind of energy you let into your life. In this episode, I talk about how I'm living the same life but so incredibly differently: I'm back at university in Edinburgh, where I once fell victim to immense amounts of peer pressure, FOMO, comparison, and judgment; I did not have a strong sense of self, nor...2023-09-2520 minGlow Up Syndrome15. 'matcha mind' by @zoexmckenna [edinburgh special] + how to build the life of your dreamsBecause Glow Up Syndrome is for the matcha girlies... tune in to all things matcha and wellness with @zoexmckenna, founder of the FIRST matcha bar in Edinburgh, UK! Zoe does it all: she is a businesswoman, a mom, a life coach, a content creator, and so much more. In this episode, she talks us through how Matcha Mind came to life and what matcha means to her, also underscoring what sparked her wellness journey and how to maintain a healthy, happy mindset amidst the overstimulating world we live in today.
Want to stay connected...2023-09-1843 minGlow Up Syndrome14. financial wellness: conquering the budgeting scaries + uncovering my saving hacksControversial opinion right now, but... staying dululu is not the sululu when it comes to your finances. I've had some big spends this week which brought me to sharing my thoughts on how I organise my finances as a student, and how I stay within budget despite living a wellness lifestyle. You can be 'that girl' without going broke. Tune in this week to find out how!
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S2 interlude: 'De Amor Nadie Se Mue...2023-09-1120 minGlow Up Syndrome13. your guide to becoming ‘that girl’: building resilience + embodying the growth mindsetBesties, I missed you! I am so glad I was able to section off some time to release an episode, even if it's a little shorter this week. I noticed just how much of a community the Glow Up Gang is blossoming into, in that I definitely found myself craving that little dose of girl time. Episode 13 is more concise than usual, as I delineate the role that both resilience and the growth mindset play in manifesting the life of your dreams. This is your guide to becoming 'that girl', featuring the following: my fresh take on what resilience...2023-09-0418 minGlow Up Syndrome12. the fall reset: must-have products + healing routines with @dajah_nicole_Stop and listen. Feel the breeze. Inhale the fresh air. In recognising that fall is finally here, come embrace the vibes with me and @dajah_nicole_ as we discuss our favourite fall products and the habits we plan to take on amidst this season of healing.
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Dajah's podcast: You Against You Podcast
Dajah's youtube: Dajah Nicole
Resources: affirmations app + motivations app
S2 interlude: 'De Amor Nadi...2023-08-2835 minGlow Up Syndrome11. entering a new era + embracing the epiphany of changeWelcome BACK Glow Up Gang! Now isn't it so fitting that this podcast is themed around glowing up?? I am so excited to have you guys back on board for Season 2, which follows me on my own tumultuous young adult journey, filled (of course) with multitudes of change. In this episode, I talk about what it means to enter a new era, and how to fully embrace change. Together, we underscore the four facets of change: it is constant, it is gradual, it is empowering, and it is inevitably what makes life worth living. Follow along for the only...2023-08-2319 minGlow Up Syndrome10. q&a: the ultimate pinterest girl summer + self-love struggles + social anxietySo I got asked the cutest questions ever and I can't wait to share my answers with you all. Today we talk about matters important to our community (Glow Up Gang!!), from snagging Eras Tour tickets to embracing the pinterest-y haze of July 2023. We also get kinda philosophical, discussing the paradox of beauty, the crushing comfort zone rut, and... my love life.
With this being the last episode of season 1 (don't worry I'm coming back in literally just 2-3 weeks), this time is truly dedicated to getting you guys in on the conversations we've been having lately...2023-07-2626 minGlow Up Syndrome9. how to shake off a bad vibe + preserve your inner peaceSummertime gals!! I know we've been looking forward to this season for ages, and we've built up really high expectations for what our summer is to be and all the good memories we will make. Underlying all that is the assumption that everything's going to be coated in good vibes all the time. Because of this, we forget that there are other energies at play that can disrupt our picture perfect plans. Honestly, catching a bad vibe is inevitable. But hear me out: you can still have the perfect, 'summer i turned pretty' summer! I recorded this episode with...2023-07-1723 minGlow Up Syndrome8. @gwenythcaroline on becoming your most authentic self + overcoming impostor syndromeWho's excited to hang out with @gwenythcaroline and I?? Today, we bring you an episode that is all about being the most authentic version of you amidst the ups and downs of life. We discuss our own little authenticity journeys, and then move on to unpack shadow work and discuss how to embrace internal peace over external judgment.
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Gwen's youtube: Gwenyth Caroline2023-07-1050 minGlow Up Syndrome7. living your best single life + escaping the emotional dependency rutOkay we are finallyyy getting into the long-awaited topic of romantic relationships! Y'all knew this was coming because I work in a psychology lab that investigates romantic relationships, and so obviously this is just a huge passion of mine. We are delving deep into relationship therapist territory here guys. However note that this topic was inspired by my own personal experience getting in and out of relationships, trying to find happiness and fulfilment along the way. I have learned that it is never a good idea to fill that hole in your chest by chasing down attention from a...2023-06-2722 minGlow Up Syndrome6. how to eat intuitively and live a holistic lifestyle with @remihaik + my ibs experienceOkay besties! Tune in for the girly chat vibes today as we are joined by @remihaik, who is a certified naturopath, nutrition coach, and personal trainer. This is definitely more of a chill episode: rather than sticking to our typical 20-minute format, we are just gonna sit down and kick our feet back for a conversation about holistic health and intuitive eating. We discuss how it is important to listen to our bodies in a world where it's so easy to fall pressure to ungrounded ideals of perfection. We have become so desensitised to the negative effects of diet...2023-06-2649 minGlow Up Syndrome5. productivity tips for 'becoming her' + navigating a busy lifestyleAre you constantly plagued with bouts of procrastination? Struggling to get yourself out of an unproductive slump? This is the episode for you. Today, I share my top tips for achieving your true potential in whatever goal/s you are currently focused on. I speak about what productivity means to me and, strictly speaking, what qualifies as productivity in my books, as well as how then to integrate your unproductive habits into more productive routines.
Want to stay connected? Follow the pod @glowupsyndrome or your host @_mikaeladizon on Instagram [New episode every Monday at 10am EST]2023-06-1922 minGlow Up Syndrome4. the ivy league chronicles, part two: finding your people + deconstructing ivy league ambitionWe're continuing the Ivy League Chronicles today! What better time than the present to talk about how to establish yourself in a new environment within an ever-changing world and amidst a strong hustle culture? Part 2 covers the extracurriculars I sought out at Cornell and the friendships I made along the way, as well as the ambition-riddled, competitive environment of Ivy League universities and how to navigate it, particularly with regard to how to go above and beyond unhealthy habits such as competing or 'networking'. Finally, I cap off with a list of lessons I learned that hopefully any listener...2023-06-1222 minGlow Up Syndrome3. the ivy league chronicles, part one: how i got on exchange + navigated culture shockWe all hold pivotal moments in our lives. My year at Cornell University was one of mine. In fact it was potentially the best year of my life. But it wasn't easy getting there. Today, I bring my own hustle story to you. I called this series 'the ivy league chronicles' because I've always dreamed of attending an Ivy League university to some extent, and it's an aspiration I'm sure many of you have shared too. I discuss the step-by-step process of attaining my exchange offer from Cornell, and then I break down the essential differences that marked the...2023-06-0522 minGlow Up Syndrome2. all things friendship: how to overcome distance + create lasting connectionsWith Glow Up Syndrome being centered around growth, this second episode covers the interpersonal side of self-improvement. The energy you surround yourself with is so crucial to your outlook on life, and therefore also affects the energy that you yourself give out. Here, I discuss how to maintain long-distance friendships, as well as how to create and cultivate friendships that facilitate personal wellbeing.
Want to stay connected? Follow the pod @glowupsyndrome or your host @_mikaeladizon on Instagram [New episode every Monday at 10am EST]2023-05-2919 minGlow Up Syndrome1. glow up syndrome, explained + lessons in hard work + dealing with burnoutGlow Up Syndrome is centered around personal growth. Together, we are going to redefine what it means to be the best version of yourself. In this (first) episode, we are delving right into the theme of the podcast. Going against the grain of manifestation, I discuss why hard work is so much more meaningful than simply hoping for the best outcome. Through the lens of my own experiences, I then explore some strategies for gaining the most out of your efforts, as well as how to offset or deal with burnout along the way.
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