In this honest and heartfelt episode, I open up about how I navigate the delicate balance between school and life—and how that definition of balance has evolved during one of the busiest seasons of my life.
Fresh off completing my first year of optometry school and stepping into clinical work, I’m juggling more roles than ever before. I’m not here to pretend I have it all figured out. Instead, I’m sharing the honest truth: balance looks different for everyone.
In this episode, we’ll dive into:
- What balance really means—and how it shifts depending on your season of life
- My personal non-negotiables that keep me grounded
- The struggles I’ve faced (hello, perfectionism and people-pleasing)
- Practical tips to assess and redefine balance for yourself
Whether you’re a student, a working professional, or simply someone who feels like they’re being pulled in too many directions, this episode will remind you that balance isn’t about doing it all perfectly. It’s about doing what matters most—and giving yourself grace along the way.
what do you need today, what calls to your heart? Navigating post-grad, finding your passion, handling changes, embracing stillness in busy lifestyles, stopping comparison. Addy Heimbuch, my forever friend and fellow podcaster, is on today's podcast to talk about these and many more!
it is part of our society & culture to constantly compare ourselves to others- whether that be in our looks, our achievements, or how we live our lives. Let's find the root of this together, and work towards regaining contentment in our lives to become more fulfilled and grateful in who we are.
Giving all of your energy, time, love, and efforts into all that you do- no matter how seemingly insignificant- manifests as positive outcomes, great people in your life, and opportunities that surround you. How can we start to give our 100% into all aspects of our lives?
on today's episode we have a special guest: Jules from Happy for You with Jules podcast! This episode is great for anyone seeking clarity on their purpose, or who are just seeking more balance and healing within their everyday lifestlye :)
Happy for You Podcast:
Let's spend this year prioritizing ourselves, our wellbeing, and pouring into you to show up as your best self every day. Here is how to put yourself first, and why it is so important to take into 2025.
happy 2025 friends!! Let's welcome the new year by setting the intention that we are no longer making space for people who can't value us, or choose us. You deserve to be respected, valued, and shown up by the people in your life.
Carrie Eaton, founder and head mentor of Kindred Collective- a platform dedicated to empowering women to be their most confident selves and navigate the complexities of adult friendships, joins us on today's podcast to chat about how to maintain friendships, handle friendship breakups, be a supportive friend, and everything in between! I hope you enjoy our conversation and please go follow Carrie at her socials:
Kindred Collective:
Nutty & Nice Co:
how to heal your relationship with overworking yourself, reframing how you treat and take care of yourself, and taking back control on your life with Alison Cohen:
Alison Cohen is a holistic health coach, life coach, podcaster, and entrepreneur who specializes in helping ambitious individuals reach their next level of personal and wellness goals with clarity and ease. Certified by the American Fitness Professionals Association in holistic health and trained under a licensed Clinical Somatic Psychotherapist at the Institute for Coaching Mastery, Alison combines deep inner work with actionable behavioral strategies to support lasting transformation. Her background in Private Banking adds a distinctive perspective to her coaching practice.
Alison’s method focuses on addressing the root causes that hold clients back, with an emphasis on 80% inner work—including emotional, somatic, unconscious, and mindset coaching—and 20% behavioral coaching. She empowers clients to overcome mental, emotional, and somatic blocks, guiding them to reconnect with their authentic selves. Informed by her own healing journey from chronic pain, disordered eating, and burnout, Alison offers a compassionate, supportive approach that helps clients overcome similar challenges.
Alison offers both 1:1 holistic health and life coaching, providing deep insights, continuous support, and practical tools to foster meaningful, lasting change.
We all have things that happen to us that we can either choose to let define us or we can use it as a learning opportunity. Be grateful for each experience and what it taught you, it all makes you into who you are today- setbacks can be seen as opportunities for growth or a redirection towards something better. Let's chat on today's episode :)
what are you doing consistently every day to lead you closer to your goals and dreams for yourself? What can you be doing? It all starts with small, attainable goals every day!
today's episode I am joined with Sierra from The Morning Muse Podcast!
We chat all about setting boundaries, morning routines, how to prioritize yourself- all while in college and in our 20s.
Enjoy!
The Morning Muse Podcast:
especially while in your 20's, it is expected that you will encounter a shift in your life: whether that is a big move, a new career, or navigating new friendships. It can be scary and uncomfortable, but today I share my own advice on how to handle these shifts a little bit better!
how often are you sacrificing your own needs for the expense of others happiness or safety? It is in our being to want others to feel loved and cared for, but do not forget to consider your own needs as well. Enjoy!
It is only fitting for when I am in optometry school this week to post my why behind it all! Sharing my story of how I grew a love for optometry, why I chose this profession, and all about optometry itself.
developing a relationship with yourself to enjoy your own company and face loneliness can be tricky in your 20s. Today's episode I chat all about nourishing that relationship, and being comfortable with being alone!
today's episode I am joined with Camille from the (Un)Fulfilled podcast!
We chat all about choosing yourself, leaning into your authenticity, navigating being a people pleaser, embracing your uniqueness, and tuning into what you need- all the things.
Enjoy!
The (Un)Fulfilled Podcast:
How often do you wish you would've done that thing that you see someone else doing? How often do you wonder what would happen if you took that leap of faith and stopped your limiting beliefs? Today's episode I chat all about taking risks, stopping regret, and how to gain confidence do challenge what is stopping you.
making friends is hard. maintaining friendships is hard. letting go of friendships that no longer serve you is hard. friendships in your 20s are HARD. let’s talk about it, normalize our feelings, and understand what you deserve in your friendships
switching it up with a lighthearted episode about things to do to show yourself a little bit more love this summer! Life does not need to always be so serious as an adult, so here are ways to implement fun into your life during summertime.