A little Atypical

30. Shifting Seasons: Intentional living

After last week's episode which was focused more on letting go of what isn't in your control (the timeline of your life), this episode is more about what is your control aka choosing how you want to live your life and choosing when you want to shift to something. Lay shares her own experience with slow living and how being in the slow pacing of life gave her clarity on her next steps. Intentional living is when you live a life of choice and value and Lay shares how she knew it was time to do things differently to shift seasons. This is just the start of the mini-series of intentional living.
 
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29. Reminder: You are growing on time (stop worrying about the timeline)

In this week's episode, we are just having a light-hearted conversation about growth. We often worry about the timeline of our lives, whether we are falling behind or doing enough to be where we want to be. Whether you are a teenager, college student, or well into adulthood, sometimes need a reminder that being where you are is okay and there is no need to panic because of the way life works in cycles. Sometimes the growth happens so fast that we almost miss it and other times the pacing is slower to make sure we are absorbing what we need to in that moment.
 
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28. Lessons on building consistency

In this episode, we are talking all about consistency. On the podcast, we already spoke about self-discipline, but consistency is a sub-topic that deserves an episode all on its own. Consistency is required for self-discipline but what helps a person to be consistent in the first place? We discuss in this episode, the best ways to build consistency by first defying what it means, mindsets work, and necessary actions.
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27. Tips for taking care of yourself in the summer

In this episode,  we are talking all about practical summer self-care. We are talking about taking care of the skin, remaining safe when practicing exercise, and happiness and mindset. We Take time to deep dive into the most important product of the summer- Sunscreen and what to look for when selecting one. Summer is a fun time but self-care isn't seasonal and we want to adjust our habits accordingly for the season.
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26. Let's talk about the body: changes, anxiety and tough conversations

Let's deep dive into the complex issue of body image, societal expectations, and self-perception. Sharing her journey of what led to her struggles with food, Lay provides a raw and honest account of her experiences. This episode traverses topics of body positivity, fat acceptance, weight loss, and the transition from girlhood to womanhood. It also addresses the multi-faceted reasons behind body changes and the societal structures contributing to our self-perception. Join us for this candid discussion that serves as a reminder that everyone has insecurities, and it's essential to address them gently and honestly.
 
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25. Summer Prep: Intentions, Ins & Out and Mid-Year Check-in

It is about to be the 6th month of 2024. June is soon on the way and while most people wait until the end of June or early July to do a mid-year check-in, there is no harm in starting early. Astrologically speaking we are now in Gemini season and with the recent full moon in Sagittarius, Alayjah shares her summer intentions, what she wants to welcome in the season, and what she's taking out of her life. She also does a half-year recap about her year 1 and year 2 while using the 12-week year productivity system. Today is about having genuine conversations about the twenty-something experience.
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24. Having Perspective is valuable for taking action

In this episode, we talk about letting go of the fear of getting started. One of the biggest reasons so many people hold themselves back from their dreams and goals is because they are worried about the competitive space. They constantly hear an industry is too saturated, that there is no room and that to really make it they have to be original. This episode discusses why it is okay to try something regardless of the competitive space because it is more important to be unique than original. There is so much value in allowing your perspective to be seen. As an example, we also discuss remakes and retelling of shows and movies to connect to a pop-culture example of why uniqueness works (Caution: a very hot take is discussed). Remakes are modern examples as to why you can do something that has already been done and still make it unique and the psychological appeal of familiarity.
 
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Intro- 00:00
Having Perspective: Being Original vs Being Unique- 01:04
Storytelling and Rage over remakes: People's issue with diversity doesn't make sense (Hot Take)- 02:56
Reasons why people hold themselves back from taking action- 18:56
Card pull - 25:05
What I’m Grateful for - 28:06
 
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Marketing, economics, commentary, hot takes, NYC content creator, full-time content creator, opinions, celebrities, influencers, influencer culture, social responsibility, authenticity, avantika rapunzel fancast, Remakes, Spinoffs, Storytelling, Media commentary, pop culture, wellness, motivation, goals, competitive, Tangle live action, Little mermaid, "blackwashing", diversity, social commentary, Psychology, Mere Exposure effect, life observations
 

23. Is being the "It Girl " no longer it?

Given the recent events such as the Met Gala, " Let them eat cake", and Block2024 movement, etc. along with world events escalating, are the stars falling? Wealth gaps growing increasingly larger, and overconsumption becoming a bigger issue, does this mean being the "it girl" is over? For the past years, people used terms like "it girl", "her", and "that girl" to romanticize their lives but with the economic state of the world, celebrity culture and influencer culture will be on the downturn unless they find a way to be more down to earth. Enter: the people's princess. A new word on the scene to describe the more down-to-earth upper class. In this episode, we cover it all to talk about how the state of the world is influencing our beliefs and actions.
 
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Video Chapters
Intro- 00:00
Celebrity Culture - 02:52
People's Princess vs the It Girl- 05:09
Stop keeping up with XYZ - 09:31
Card pull - 17:54
What I’m Grateful for - 22:25
 
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NYC content creator, full-time content creator, opinions, celebrities, influencers, influencer culture, social responsibility, authenticity, being down-to-earth