in today’s episode, I’m flying solo and talking all things dating, recovery, and self improvement in your 20s. I call this my recorded therapy session.
(2:22) not reaching your goals & feeling :/
(7:13) my experience with dating in my 20s
(18:09) balancing content creation with life
(23:14) why recovery NEEDS to be your life for a bit
(27:06) finding your passion in life
(30:57) my gratitude list (i cannot count)
(36:35) self improvement 101 — my actionable steps
when your mental illness isn’t your whole life anymore, who are you? after struggling for years and posting her journey on instagram through ‘the exposure diaries’ series, ro mitchell might have some answers. in today’s episode, I’m joined with ro (@romitchell) to talk about finding our identities (and personalities!), opportunities we’ve gotten through sharing our story, and a deep dive into ro’s journey with exposure therapy.
[video available on spotify]
(1:03) who is romitchell?
(3:59) 3 tips for overcoming fears
(9:00) when your mental health isn’t your whole life anymore…
(18:32) graded exposure therapy explained
(27:49) finding yourself after recovery
(34:43) being open with your mental health online (+ opportunities)
find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
find ro elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/romitchell
tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@romitchell
threads: https://www.threads.net/@romitchell
youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@RoMitchell
with a new tiktok trend popping up every minute (sea moss, red light therapy, oil pulling, etc), how do we know what is actually going to change our life? in today’s episode, I’m joined with cami (@wellbycami) to talk all things andrew huberman, financial literacy 101, and biohacking.
*the financial advice given throughout this episode should not be taken in replacement of a financial advisor. please do your own research before investing or opening up accounts. cami and I are both from the US so our financial knowledge is relevant for americans only!
[video available on spotify]
(1:24) who is wellbycami?
(2:48) when was the last time you asked for help?
(4:45) ins and outs for 2024
(8:57) financial wellness, step by step
(29:32) biohacking tips — to do lists, morning routines, and dopamine hits
find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
find cami elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/wellbycami
links: https://hoo.be/camillia
budget tracker: currently expired but will update if anything changes
when we are our biggest bullies, how do we view ourselves through a lens of kindness? in today’s episode, I’m joined with mike pridgen (@mikeneedsaplan) to talk about the importance of mindset, how we should celebrate our achievements, and why asking for help shouldn’t be so scary.
[video available on spotify]
(0:50) who is mikeneedsaplan?
(1:47) when was the last time you asked for help?
(5:59) why being kind to yourself can be so hard
(21:09) actionable step towards implementing that mindset
(28:52) why we are our best bullies
(36:10) treating yourself like you’re a person you love
(46:41) just watch the video :’)
find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
find mike elsewhere:
instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeneedsaplan/
the biggest fellas podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCnnQJZYoms&ab_channel=TheBigFellas
we can do it all and then some, but should we always strive for that level of hyperproductivity? in today’s episode, I’m joined with dr. noam raiter (@noamraiter) to talk about the trap of productivity, what balance should actually mean, and healthier mindsets around hustle culture.
[video available on spotify]
(1:09) who is noamraiter?
(2:46) when was the last time you asked for help?
(4:17) you can do it all, including balancing your life
(12:23) unproductive hobbies are actually productive ?!
(26:06) stop taking advice from anyone
(31:46) “if we aren’t productive, what are we doing?”
(36:01) quality over quantity — and gently calling yourself out
find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
find noam elsewhere:
instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noamraiter/
You Are Not “Too Busy” Podcast (https://open.spotify.com/show/2JVmIAGS6ZZvZdP3G3s44u?si=8c0651efe95e4e41)
links: https://bio.site/noamraiter
what does slow living and being ‘that girl’ have in common? for one, they’re both spaces in which you need to carve your own path. in today’s episode, i’m joined with nina aguirre (@ugh.niina) to talk about our experiences in the wellness space online, how we decide what new fad to try, and how we adapt popular habits to our lives.
[video available on spotify]
(1:47) who is ugh.niina?
(3:56) when was the last time you asked for help?
(6:04) defining wellness in a holistic way
(10:50) not getting overwhelmed with new things in the wellness space
(18:47) adapting wellness to your life
(29:03) navigating guilt from living a slow life
(40:27) health and wellness outside of ‘that girl’ products
find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
find nina elsewhere:
instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ugh.niina/
ugh instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/ugh.inc/
links: https://linktr.ee/ugh.niina
experiencing creative burnout as a full-time content creator can be frustrating, especially when you have deadlines to follow and bills to pay. in today’s episode, I’m joined with fellow creator m’kenna joe (@mkennajoe) to share our experiences with burnout, actionable steps we’re taking to creatively energize ourselves, and how we’re incorporating creativity in our everyday lives.
[video available on spotify]
(0:46) who is mkennajoe?
(2:26) when was the last time you asked for help?
(3:34) being creatively engaged as a content creator
(5:22) burnout (diagnosing it, preventing it, and moving through it)
(19:43) finding your unique creative voice
(22:15) how do you keep creating when engagement on content ebbs and flows?
(26:51) the rise of ‘personality’ (authentic) content creators
(30:52) prioritizing creativity in a fast-paced world
(38:04) finding your creative outlet
find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
find kenna elsewhere:
instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mkennajoe
tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mkennajoe
links (inc youtube): https://linktr.ee/mkennajoe
ever look at content creators and wonder how they do it all? in today’s episode, I’m joined with madeline johnson (@maddsmaxjesty) to talk about the new wave of authenticity online, being a young content creator, and how to get over the fear of posting something vulnerable.
[video available on spotify]
(0:43) who is maddsmaxjesty?
(2:54) when was the last time you asked for help?
(5:50) the new phase of ‘authentic’ creators
(11:06) separating ‘content’ and ‘life;’ being present
(16:14) bringing wellness to the forefront of content
(19:33) what happens when your friends/family see your vulnerable social media posts?
(29:11) is being a content creator worthwhile?
(35:08) expanding into different mediums as a content creator
find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
find madeline elsewhere:
instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maddsmaxjesty/
links (podcast, intentional creatives co, youtube): https://linktr.ee/maddsmaxjesty
living in a fast-paced world drowns out voices that really matter, namely our younger self. what would it be like if we honoured their hopes, dreams, and goals? in today’s episode, I’m joined with jenny minney (@jenny.minney) to discuss all things inner child: discovery, healing, childlike joy, and connection.
[video available on spotify]
(0:45) who is jenny.minney?
(2:34) when was the last time you asked for help?
(5:12) navigating big transitions
(8:25) healing and connecting with your inner child
(11:52) using art and play to foster connection; inducing childlike joy
(16:33) doing things for fun without attaching goals
(21:08) the power of meditation and stillness
(26:03) learning who your younger self is
find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
find jenny elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/jenny.minney
tiktok: http://tiktok.com/@jennyminney
youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2-Fnl_EJvxN7lC423GJoUg
links: https://hoo.be/jennyminney
feeling lost and directionless? you’re not alone! in this solo episode, I discuss how I’m getting ‘back on track’ in 2024, a shift in my priorities, and how I’m figuring out the direction of my life for the next few years.
(1:17) ‘I am not the person I want to be’
(9:28) structuring a to do list
(12:09) loud budgeting and ‘little treats’
(14:46) discipline and scheduling rot time
(16:48) clarifying the vision
(23:17) what this means moving forward
find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
podcasts I mentioned:
so much to say (sophia carter): https://open.spotify.com/show/2s3u6LWssjyvuiEGXIcOXS?si=09b00a8a68fc4d99
75 best for you (cailin’s podcast episode): https://open.spotify.com/episode/4LIGC1kS6OIoQlNyH9Gf02?si=7f16b576503b4bf9
2023 was the year of ‘barbie’ and ‘girlhood’ and community building amongst woman. in today’s episode, I’m joined with bonnie ngai (@bonniengai) to talk about finding and connecting with your people, the feeling of shame when you’re alone, and actionable steps for creating a community for yourself.
[video available on spotify]
(0:58) who is bonniengai?
(2:55) when was the last time you asked for help?
(6:46) girlhood: the definition and our experiences
(13:26) what connection means in girlhood
(19:35) feeling ‘shame’ for not having your people
(22:59) place emphasis on platonic > romantic relationships
(26:16) actionable steps for creating community
(34:48) comparison in friendships
(42:12) feeling more ‘mature’ than the people around you
find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
find bonnie elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/bonniengai
tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bonniengaii/
at only 17, andrew has embarked on his own journey of ‘healing’ and shares everything he learns on his instagram ‘healing page.’ in today’s episode, I’m joined with andrew lieux (@healingwithandrew_) to talk about men’s mental health, toxic masculinity, and the recovery space on instagram.
(0:41) who is healingwithandrew_
(2:32) when was the last time you asked for help?
(4:06) defining ‘healing’ in the mental health space
(8:26) brotherhood, masculinity, and men’s mental health
(14:31) steps to destigmatizing men’s mental health struggles
(20:49) how can we talk to our male friends about mental health?
(28:02) why do we have to be sad to go viral?
find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
find andrew elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/healingwithandrew_
as an 18 year old creative with over a million followers on youtube, tiktok, and instagram combined, there can be a lot of external pressures around creating *good* art. in today’s episode, I’m joined with lia hansen (@liahansenn) to talk about navigating imposter syndrome, monetizing creativity, and exploring new mediums without pressure.
[video available on spotify]
(0:58) who is liahansenn?
(3:38) when was the last time you asked for help?
(5:45) concert photography
(7:29) monetizing creative hobbies
(13:55) imposter syndrome and failing publicly
(22:40) the 4 p’s of imposter syndrome
(32:56) how do you reassure yourself that you’re where you’re supposed to be?
find katie elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu/
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod/
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
find lia elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/liahansenn/
photography instagram: http://instagram.com/liahansenphoto/
youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@liahansen/
from couch to runner, megan completed two 50k races in 2023 -- the same year she started running. in today’s episode, I’m joined with megan eldredge (@miles.with.megan) to talk about mindset and discipline when it comes to exercise, specifically running.
[video available on spotify]
(0:48) who is miles.with.megan?
(2:36) when was the last time you asked for help?
(7:23) discipline vs motivation vs consistency
(12:17) one piece of advice for new runners
(16:51) mindset and running
(18:19) the importance of rest
(23:36) finding the right exercise for you
(31:51) misconceptions
find katie elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu/
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod/
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
find megan elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/miles.with.megan/
podcast: just another mile
when you gain hundreds of thousands of followers in a few months, how do you navigate this new jump in popularity? in today's episode, I'm joined by alexis williams (@llexliftz) to talk about content creation, mental health as an influencer, and the importance of boundaries.
[video available on spotify]
agenda:
(1:31) who is llexliftz?
(4:27) when was the last time you asked for help?
(11:00) showing up online even when you feel your worst
(17:20) digital boundaries
(22:36) parasocial relationships
(25:44) not doing content creation as a full-time job
(34:31) the buff unicorn backstory
(37:48) how lex got sponsored by gymshark
(40:15) reflecting on 1 year of social media
find katie elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu/
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
find alexis elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/llexliftz/
podcast: IRL with Lex
youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@llexliftz/
support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support
in this episode, I take my own advice about the power of failing publicly. I talk through my hopes for the rebrand, some of my nervous thoughts, and imposter syndrome.
“i’m proud of myself for finally admitting to myself that i care [about this podcast]. so here is me showing up.”
say goodbye to the iconic podcast art because solidarity on the bench (nicknamed 'solidarity') is getting a face lift for 2024! new content starting january 2nd, 2024.
(0:59) imposter syndrome
(3:58) the 2024 rebrand
(10:27) starting before I feel ready
(12:22) something has to give…
find me elsewhere:
IG: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
newsletter (not for long... but find past editions here): http://katieeu.substack.com/
links: https://beacons.ai/katie.eu
in this episode, I talk about the new 'era' of my life coined by my therapist as 'discipline december.' I've been struggling with behaviour change and I'm challenging myself to take 30 days and really get it together.
(5:32) what is discipline december?
(12:17) what is discipline in the context of wellness?
(22:13) concrete and actionable steps
(28:23) how to implement new habits
find me elsewhere:
IG: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
newsletter: http://katieeu.substack.com/
all links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu
in a new mini-series, follow along as I settle into a new city.
let's talk about the "luck" that goes into thriving in a new city and why I think that mindset is bs. I elaborate more on the importance of being alone, how to deepen connections with others, and my experience with all of this given my fresh move abroad.
find me elswhere:
instagram: instagram.com/katie.eu
newsletter: katieeu.substack.com
links: beacons.ai/katie.eu
