For my very first interview on Her First Draft, I brought on someone who knows me better than anyone, my mum. At 69, she’s lived through friendships, heartbreaks, big wins, and messy mistakes and she’s not holding back.
We talk about her life, the lessons she learned the hard way, and the kind of advice only a woman with almost seven decades of experience can give.
I’m so grateful I was able to sit and chat with my mum, and if you’re interested in a little girl talk, this episode is for you.
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Sometimes life pulls the rug out from under you. Your motivation, your plans, your routine all changed in a blink. Lately, I’ve been in a rut. Between jaw surgery recovery, losing my car, and feeling like the universe was personally plotting against me, I didn’t want to work out, create, or even show up for myself.
In this episode, I talk about the art of starting again, the blank canvas moments where you don’t know what the final picture will look like. But you get to choose every pencil line. We’ll talk about turning spirals into masterpieces, resting without guilt, finding motivation when it’s nowhere to be seen, and why better always comes when you trust the universe.
If you’ve been feeling stuck, unmotivated, or just tired, this one’s your permission slip to start again in your own way, at your own pace.
Lets figure it out, one draft at a time 💌
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In this episode, I’m spilling everything about my Jawtite experience. From the consult to the £4k procedure, the pain, the healing, and what I wish I knew before booking it.
If you’re considering facial contouring or you’re just nosey like I am, this one’s for you. I walk you through the full process: the lipo, the radiofrequency tightening, the aftercare, and the real recovery, including pain no one talks about. Why I regret not changing my piercings, and what I wish I had been told.
This is your big sister breakdown of what to expect when you’re chasing that sculpted jawline ✨
Lets figure it out, one draft at a time 💌
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Let’s talk about the thing no woman wants to admit. The quiet jealousy that creeps in when another woman walks in and you suddenly feel worthless.
In this episode, I why I believe women have been conditioned to compete since childhood. From patriarchal brainwashing to “pick me” culture and the damage of comparison. It’s not your fault, but it is your responsibility to break the cycle.
💭 Journal prompts to explore after listening:
• When do I feel most threatened by another woman? What does that say about what I desire or fear?
• What would change if I saw her as a mirror, not a rival?
Lets figure it out, one draft at a time 💌
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This morning I woke up already feeling overwhelmed. The to-do list, the errands, the pressure to be get it done, all hit at once. Instead of spiraling (like I used to), I tried something different: I reframed it.
In this episode, I’m sharing 5 simple mindset shifts that helped turn my stressful day into a soft, empowering one. We’re talking about romanticizing the mundane, being kinder to your nervous system, and remembering that most of our “chores” are actually privileges.
This is for the girl who feels like she’s always rushing, always behind, always carrying too much. You’re not lazy, you’re not ungrateful, you’re just tired. Let this be your permission slip to slow down, shift your language, and take your power back.
Lets figure it out, one draft at a time 💌
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Ever felt like the career advice out there is all grind, no grace? Same. In this episode of Her First Draft, I’m taking you through my real-life, soft girl approach to building a career — from uni to marketing jobs to becoming a full-time tattoo artist and opening my own studio.
I’ll tell you how I navigated jobs I didn’t love, negotiated pay rises, used one role to fund another dream, and why I believe in being strategic without being ruthless. If you’ve ever wondered how to make career decisions that feel good and make sense — this one’s for you.
Because soft girls make power moves too — we just do it with a little more grace, and a lot more intention.
Lets figure it out, one draft at a time 💌
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We’re talking about that weird feeling where you finally get what you wanted, the job, the glow-up, the opportunity and suddenly you’re like… who do I think I am?!
In this first-ever episode of Her First Draft, I’m diving into imposter syndrome: why it shows up when things start going right, how I’ve felt it in my own becoming era, and the quiet ways we downplay our success even while we’re living the dream we asked for.
If you’ve ever felt like a fraud while doing something brave, this one’s for you.
This is literally my first episode ever, so it might not be perfect. But I showed up anyway. Thank you for being here, and I’d love to hear your thoughts or feedback 🫶
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In this soft and honest episode, I talk about the version of me who used to stay quiet out of fear of rejection, fear of not being enough, fear of taking up space.
For a long time I believed that shrinking myself was safer than being seen. But lately, I’ve been learning how to unlearn that. To let the woman I am now speak on behalf of the girl I used to be.
This episode is for anyone who’s still finding their voice. For the ones who are healing out loud. For those of us who are learning to be confident and kind. Loud and soft. Brave and scared, you’re not alone.
I’m sharing some journal prompts that have helped me connect to my younger self and rewrite some of the beliefs I used to carry. I hope they help you too.
✍️ Journal Prompts to Reflect & Heal:
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Welcome to Her First Draft, the podcast for those healing, spiralling and thriving. I’m Alis, your internet big sister, emotional support friend and girl just figuring it out, out loud.
If you’ve ever felt stuck in the messy middle, between who you were and who you’re becoming this is a space for you.
Grab your latte and hit follow. We’re talking all things imperfect and showing up anyway.
Let figure it out, one draft at a time 💌
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