Real isn't perfect, but maybe that's better. It's messy, it includes the trials behind the tribulations, it's struggling and being able to show it because it paints the whole picture.
Press play for a real asf Meg-Jayson conversation about the very art of embracing authenticity — the fears, the reframes, and why it's the only way to truly set yourself free.
Whether online or in person, in content or friendships, I share my struggles with authenticity, where it'd held me back, and where I intend to head.
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If you’ve ever been called “too much” or caught yourself shrinking to fit in, this episode is your reminder to stop giving power to the wrong voices — online, offline, or in your own head.
In this episode, I share what I’ve learned about navigating doubt — from the voice in your head that says you’re not credible, to the people who can't clap for you. Let's talk how I’ve reframed criticism, the psychology of haters, how to protect your precious energy, the influence of your circle, and mindset shifts for building true confidence so you can shine even brighter in the face of resistance!!
Because your spark is not up for debate besties — it’s proof you’re on the right path.
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Ever feel like you don’t deserve the job, title, paycheck, or platform you’ve worked your ass off for? It's that nagging voice that whispers “you’re a fraud” — aka, imposter syndrome. And spoiler: it’s not proof you don’t belong, it’s proof you’ve levelled up.
In this episode, I take you on a walk with me (literally) to unpack the psychology behind imposter syndrome — why your brain freaks out when your achievements outpace your self-image, how comparison traps and perfectionism fuel the fraud feeling, and what I’ve personally done to shut it down. From being the youngest in the room in my career, to stepping into leadership roles I didn’t think I deserved, to battling the inner critic around content creation, I share the exact mindset shifts and “reps” that helped me build real confidence.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re faking it, this one’s for you.
By the end, you’ll know:
Imposter syndrome doesn’t mean you don’t belong. It means you’re in the right arena, and you deserve to be there!!
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Ready to get your (ADHD) mind blown?! How can "the path of yes," the "CARR method," a "wins document," and talking to yourself like "Coach B" help you overcome friction and finally reach your massive goals?
In this ep, I sit down with the one and only Jennifer Chou aka @vegantechnomad — the final boss of life-optimization and queen of systems + self-awareness, who's harnessed her ADHD as her biggest superpower and helps others do the same.
We dove deep into:
Whether you’ve got ADHD or just need to get out of your own way, this episode is packed with the gems — and yaps so fast you'd think you accidentally hit 2x speed. You're welcome!!
It's been a minute. Here's a speedy update on the last 8 months of my life and why I've been MIA from podcasting — and why I'm so excited to be back! Spoiler: Career leaps, resets, travels, renovations, procedures, milestones, finance, and soooo much more. Tune in for a raw glimpse into the fast-paced, chaotic, but very intentional "no regrets"-esque life that I so happily live. :3
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If buying a home is in your twenties bucket list, this episode is for you! I went through the massive journey (and commitment) of buying my first condo, becoming a homeowner, and now landlord in Toronto — and spill all the deets in this highly requested episode.
Let's talk financing and preapprovals, condo shopping, closing, moving in, finding tenants, and SO much more; not to mention the decision behind buying in the first place, emotional turbulence faced in the process, and any + ALL things to consider to ensure you're making an *INFORMED* choice! Because if done right, this can set you up for a good chunk of your life (but if done carelessly, it can do the opposite).
This isn't professional advice, but rather, an unfiltered glimpse into my personal experience and what I'd tell my friends — ultimately, do your own due diligence, and don't forget to enjoy the process. It's one of the most rewarding experiences in your adult life.
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Change seems to be the only constant in our twenties — and moving between cities is one of the best ways to shake things up! Whether transitioning from independence to moving back home, or taking the leap across the country, it's undeniable how much your physical location shapes your life and self-concept. How do you create a new sense of "home" somewhere unfamiliar? Cope with feelings of nostalgia and sadness with leaving your old life behind? Is there a "right place" to be in your twenties, or is the grass really just greener where you water it?
Join Emilie and I in a conversation reflecting on our personal moves in our twenties: our decision making processes, the emotional ride, and how we're choosing intentionality in creating the lives we want, exactly where we are.
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This episode features Emilie Villaverde. You can connect with Emilie on Instagram at @emvillaverde!
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Keeping up with the Joneses. Shedding energy vampires. Learning and unlearning. Growing from pain. The hedonic treadmill. Honouring your inner child. Searching for your own truth amidst chaos.
How do you shed all the bullsh*t and live life on your own terms? Leave the comparison trap, minimize regret, and pursue a life true to you and only you?
Our twenties are a strange time — trials and tribulations, recalibrations, and constantly feeling "behind" — but what if it's all in your head? And if you take control over your mindset, can your twenties be one of the most beautiful decades of your life? ABSOLUTELY.
There's nothing quite like advice from someone who's lived through it. That's why in this episode, I chat with Emma; thriving at peace in her 30s now after a turbulent 20s decade, we share a soul-to-soul chat on life lessons, hardships, realizations, and regrets.
This episode is guaranteed to leave you with something deep to think about and apply to your life today, no matter the stage of your journey — you'll want to take notes! A happy life may just be a few mindset shifts away.
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This episode features Emma Fleming. You can say hi to Emma on Instagram at @hiya.emma!
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How do we shield our self-worth from rejections? Can girls ask guys out? Is attraction subjective? How do we stop taking things personally?
"Just shoot your shot!" they say, but we know it's never just that easy — you need a mindset of steel to chase romantic pursuits without shame. In this episode, let's talk about that mindset.
Alison is the QUEEN of unshakeable confidence in "shooting her shot" and radiating authenticity in every interaction. Tune in for big sister advice on asking people out, the nuances of attraction, reframing rejection, the value of communication and honesty, and finally, how to DATE with confidence so you don't live at the crutch of "what if"s.
This is a conversation I know I NEEDED. I hope it gives you that extra boost to take the romantic risk, for it just might change your life.
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This episode features Alison Han, also in episode 77! Check out her content on Instagram at @alisrealities.
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Did you know that the single most IMPORTANT indicator of lasting health and happiness in a given person's life is the quality of their connections? In other words, even in the midst of our busy adult lives, do NOT de-prioritize your pals!
Since my previous friendships episode in Dec 2021 (ep 51), I've experienced two more years of new friendship lessons, some being harsher truths — specifically, SIX key lessons on the topics of growing apart, setting boundaries, making friends, lasting connections, and my personal tips to resist the loneliness epidemic.
If you find it tough to make friends, keep friends, communicate boundaries, get triggered easily, or feel a general sense of confusion about friendships as an ADULT, this episode's for you. It's tough love style (as my solo talks always are), and I hope it brings a morsel of epiphanies, reflection, and the final nudge to check in on a friend today. :)
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How does one TRULY embody their authentic selves and love themselves from the inside-out?! Surprise, it's the opposite of fluffy sunshines and rainbows — let's talk body dysmorphia, eating disorders, breakups, haters, and calorie obsessions, just a few of several culprits that dragged Alison and I through the pits of low self-worth to come out stronger on the other side.
When did we start deciding we no longer liked ourselves, and how did that perception shape the things we eat, people we date, what we post, and who we see in the mirror? But most importantly, what are the mindsets and beliefs that brought us to where we are now — living in alignment with who we truly are? Tune in for a raw, lowkey spiritual convo that'll leave you with more epiphanies than one.
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In this episode, I chat with the wonderful Alison Han, who'd quit her corporate job without a backup plan — and is currently living her best life solo backpacking Asia, creating content, and embracing shameless authenticity. Check our her content on Instagram @alisrealities!
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Ladies, this one's for you. Karen and I are back for some dating tough love — to get you out of that situationship, redefine your dating standards, and of course, protect your precious temple of a body. Modern dating is m e s s y to say the least, and the last thing we need is to cry over someone who would only text us at 1AM.
Let's talk: How does a situationship form? How do you ensure you don't lose yourself in a person? What are some red flags to watch out for in the early stages? What are some important questions to ask / get clear on before you make a decision on someone? What should you consider before physical intimacy? How quickly should one get vulnerable? And of course, once you're in that healthy, DEFINED relationship — how do you keep things fresh? Big sister advice goes hard. Tune in and let us know what you think!
This episode features Karen Chen. You can connect with her on Instagram at @karenc.xo!
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Let's get PERSONAL. At what stage should you ask someone out (or be asked out)? Can guys and girls really just be friends? How do we approach first dates? The talking stage? Communicating intentions? How do we distinguish between infatuation and truly liking someone? Honest thoughts on the friends to lovers trope? How do we detach and just have fun (without hurting anybody)?!
Join Karen and I as we spill it ALL — personal stories, candid thoughts, and our best dating advice to ya'll. From Hinge success stories, to setting boundaries, to the three-date (or... one-date?) rule, think of this as a heart-to-heart with your sisters to help you navigate this crazy, crazy modern dating world.
This episode features Karen Chen. You can connect with her on Instagram at @karenc.xo!
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Are you feeling lost in your twenties? Don't worry, 'cuz same — even the most seemingly "put together" people can have no real idea what they're doing. Meet Will: passionate photographer and chem student in one, who chose the PhD track over the "artist grind" in New York City. Is it normal to feel regret? Are there right and wrong choices in life? How do we choose how da HECK to prioritize our limited, sacred, and pivotal time in our twenties?! Join us for a candid reflection on our life decisions, and advice we'd give our younger selves. Spoiler alert: everything will work out fine.
This episode features Will Nguyen. You can connect with her on Instagram at @will.ng!
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HAPPY 2024! It's time to get REAL (hot takes and bare-bones style) about what to bring IN versus LEAVE BEHIND for the new year. Join Karen and I as we share our personal 2024 "ins and outs," an honest evaluation of the people, habits, mindsets, and beliefs we hold. Let's talk external validation, boundaries, friendships, perfectionism, kindness, self-worth, and more — for here's to running our lives with intentionality and courage, and not just wishing for but EMBODYING the next best versions of ourselves. Let's make this our year!
This episode features Karen Chen. You can connect with her on Instagram at @karenc.xo!
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What's an introverted extrovert, and vice versa? Why do NFs attract each other? How do P and J balance each other out? What about romantic compatibility? What da HECK is the Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator, and why is it SO FUN to analyze?! I, ENFP, am joined by my friend Joseph, INFJ, to geek out on ALL things MBTI... while exposing ourselves in the process. Tune in for a fun, candid, and VERY much feel-y and intuitive chat!
This episode features Joseph Merced. You can connect with him on Instagram at @josephfmerced!
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Some people dream of moving to the big city... others just GO for it! But with eating on the floor, roaches crawling out of holes, absurd living costs, and leaving familiarity... what are the upsides and possibilities that make it all worthwhile (specifically NYC)? This episode is a catch up with my friend Zach, who made the move to New York City for post-grad, working, adult life! Tune in for a glimpse into the reality behind the glam, logistics of making a big city move, and our honest thoughts on big city life versus staying put in your twenties — and why taking the not-so-easy leap, might be the best thing you ever do for yourself.
This episode features Zach Ng. You can connect with him on Instagram at @ng_zach!
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Take a walk with me! Toronto TOTALLY shifted my identity, and here, I share it ALL — full-blown adulting, living the downtown pace, embracing all the unknowns, and building unshakeable confidence. Putting your "avatar" someplace new is *bound* to unlock more of your potential, and what better time to do this than your twenties?! Lifechanging is an understatement, and four months wasn't nearly enough — so for the while I'm here back home, these are the Toronto takeaways I'm committed to embodying for the rest of 2023 and into the new year! (Apologies for the poopy audio quality...)
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"Let's get high and record a podcast episode." Behold... our masterpiece. To cap our summer in Toronto, my roommate Andrew and I went on an adventure, high (in case you missed it), and ended the night with a nonsensical yet oddly deep conversation. Tune in for a nugget of our vibes: from debating the English language, to reflecting on the passage of time, to describing the average Asian, to our sixth sense, to exposure therapy, to the richness of food, to... you get the idea. Tis the perfect mix of laughter, shower thoughts, and yes — motivation, 'cuz it's in our blood! ENJOY!
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HELLLOOOO friends, I've picked up the mic again after many months — and not without many changes!!! As you can see, the podcast has totally rebranded: goodbye "I'm In My Twenties?!" and hello "Musings with Meg" :) You can expect to see MORE content, shorter-form content, even more candid and RAW AF content. In this episode, I explain the reasonings behind the rebrand — and of course, a snappy life update (summer in Toronto and moving out), for life's been rather crazy. Happy to be back, and hope you enjoy the episode!
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