Simple Down Podcast: Recent Episodes
Kaja Jo
Welcome to the Simple Down podcast! I'm your host Kaja, here to help us all collectively pluck out everything we've mistakenly thought we need. The ideology of "less is more" can often be reduced to the material realm, while in reality, it applies to everything in life - from food, people, to thoughts and health. On Simple Down we'll break down the goodness of simplicity, in all of its forms, and how to get it - in all parts of our very cluttered, busy lives.
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On this episode:
- Who do societal standards benefit?
- A simple, quick tool to benefit YOU
- Action to take for radical self-acceptance
I love doing this podcast because, in the process, I arrive at new insights and truths of my own. Thank you all for listening!
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- CONTACT: simpledownmovement@gmail.com
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On this episode:
- Are you addicted to victim mentality?
- What serves us spiritually > what serves our ego
- Perception shift on past traumas
I love doing this podcast because, in the process, I arrive at new truths of my own. Thank you all for listening!
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On this episode:
- Self-trust in the face of challenges and comparison
- You following your purpose is for you, first
- Getting comfortable talking to the Universe
- The gift of failing
I love doing this podcast because, in the process, I arrive at new truths of my own. Thank you all for listening!
Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review if you enjoyed the episode. <3
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On this episode:
- Being an asset vs. being a person
- Why we're so invested into "interesting"
- You cannot put your own value into an autobiography
- The freedom of not being interesting, or interested
- Having authentic standards
- What's a pure connection
I love doing this podcast because, in the process, I arrive at new truths of my own. Thank you all for listening!
Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review if you enjoyed the episode. <3
- CONTACT: simpledownmovement@gmail.com
- IG: @simple.down
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On this episode:
- What little things have changed your life more than the "global" big things?
- "Everyday people" have life-changing impact on each other
- You have probably changed someone's life for the better
- The power of simple personal truth vs. massive PR budgets
I love doing this podcast because, in the process, I arrive at new truths of my own. Thank you all for listening!
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Why you don't have to become a positivity goblin just because it's Christmas : ) and some other things on the episode:
- Mercury Retrograde - a look at holiday traditions and its fabrication
- Sneak peek into Age of Aquarius
- 2024 free from “collective vibes”
- Plans are overrated - presence in the moment is what makes the difference
- Trusting myself, even when it’s an extremely unpopular opinion, because I live to learn my lessons, not to prove I’m right
See Justin Buchanan's piece, “The Age of Aquarius & The Great Conjunction” here.
I love doing this podcast because, in the process, I arrive at new truths of my own. Thank you all for listening!
Don't forget to subscribe and give the pod your 5-star review if you enjoyed the episode. <3
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Why forcing yourself into change is not the recipe for a fulfilling life. There's a better way.
Some reflective prompts to get you started:
- Am I approaching any areas of my life I want to improve with pressure and force? What do I fear? What am I ashamed of? Why?
- What examples of self-improvement can I recall from my time growing up? Were they rooted in shame and fear, or in love?
- What things about myself make me feel uncomfortable? Do I feel the need to "fix" or "eliminate" them? Or am I able to embrace them? If not, why?
I love doing this podcast because in the process I arrive at new truths of my own. Thank you all for listening!
Don't forget to subscribe and give the pod your 5-star review if you enjoyed the episode. <3
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Manipulation happens to be a tool many of us use. How can we release it?
I love doing this podcast because in the process I arrive at new truths of my own. Thank you all for listening!
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We came here to be the guides - but it's time to get real about how we do it. Not through the lens of making the most $, or getting the most likes. How do we undo the damage, relearn genuine empathy, and reconnect to ourselves? And what offerings do we truly need to do that?
Some reflective prompts to get you started:
- How do I perceive vulnerability? What emotions arise at the thought of revealing my true, imperfect self to others?
- What past experiences of vulnerability can I recall? What changes in myself and my relationship with the world did I observe during the process and afterwards?
- Do I have an opportunity for vulnerability right now? If so, what's stopping me from it? If no, am I hiding myself in some way?
I love doing these podcasts because in the process I arrive at new truths of my own. Thank you all for listening! Don't forget to give the pod your 5 stars if you enjoy the episode. <3 --- CONTACT: simpledownmovement@gmail.com --- IG: @simple.down
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Why simple, invisible effort creates long-lasting change, and how to practice greatness with authenticity, self-acceptance, and grace.
Some reflective prompts to get you started:
- What’s a damaging thought pattern I keep noticing? What are the key words in that thought pattern?
- What simple language can I use to begin challenging that thought pattern?
- Do I believe that I’m always able to control my thoughts? If not, where does this resistance come from? How can I challenge these thoughts as well?
I love doing these podcasts because in the process I arrive at new truths of my own. Thank you all for listening! Don't forget to give the pod your 5 stars if you enjoy the episode. <3 --- CONTACT: simpledownmovement@gmail.com --- IG: @simple.down
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Why stress is not out to get us, and how to use stress to empower yourself, and simplify your life.
3 reflection prompts to dig deeper:
- What are your current perceptions of stress? How have these perceptions affected your life and well-being? How could you shift your perception of stress to view it as something that can benefit you?
- Think about a time when you faced a high-stress situation and grew stronger as a result. What did you learn from this experience? How can you apply this learning to future stressful situations?
- Reflect on your current mindset and how it might be impacting your experience of stress. Are you feeding your stress with fear and negative thoughts, or are you approaching stress in a more positive and growth-oriented way? What can you do to shift your mindset to a more positive and growth-oriented one?
Sources mentioned:
"Stress Can Make You Stronger And Happier, Says Science", Prevention
https://www.prevention.com/life/a20508569/stress-makes-you-stronger/
"Antifragile" by Nassim Nicholas Taleb
I love doing these podcasts because in the process I arrive at new truths of my own. Thank you all for listening! Don't forget to give the pod your 5 stars if you enjoy the episode. <3 --- CONTACT: simpledownmovement@gmail.com --- IG: @simple.down
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Why you're not "just an angry person", why you don't actually need any advice, and why you living your own life is what the world needs - let's explore. :)
3 questions to ask yourself:
- How can you differentiate between external pressure and your own true desires in making important life decisions?
- In what ways can building deeper awareness of yourself and your life lead to more genuine connections with others?
- How can you cultivate trust in yourself and your own process, even when faced with societal expectations and pressures?
Books mentioned:
"The Courage to Be Disliked" by Ichiro Kishimi, Fumitake Koga
"Antifragile" by Nassim Nicholas Taleb
I love doing these podcasts because, truthfully, I arrive at new truths of my own while working on these episodes. Thank you all for listening! Don't forget to give the pod your 5 stars if you enjoy the episode. <3 --- CONTACT: simpledownmovement@gmail.com --- IG: @simple.down
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All about the power of sitting with our feelings and seeking transformation. A little piece that I felt was missing following the previous episode on Social Media Reset, and also what I've been living out during the recent couple of months.
I love doing these podcasts because, truthfully, I arrive at new truths of my own while working on these episodes. Thank you all for listening! Don't forget to give the Pod your 5 stars if you enjoy the episode. Stay cute. <3 --- CONTACT: simpledownmovement@gmail.com
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Feel like you need to find new / better / cooler people in order to be happier? Because the experts say happiness is found with others? Give this a listen if it resonates. : )
00:30 Some social anxiety to start off
04:25 Perception shift on hanging out with people - my true intentions
08:33 Honesty is the medicine
11:45 Keep the focus on what you can do
14:31 You have to unloop the loops to get out
16:05 Practicing solitude around others
19:18 The end goal
I love doing these podcasts because, truthfully, I arrive at new truths of my own while working on these episodes. Thank you all for listening! Don't forget to give the Pod your 5 stars if you enjoy the episode. Stay cute. <3 --- CONTACT: simpledownmovement@gmail.com
P.S. I forgot to adjust the recording sound again, oops : )
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What do you get from trying to raise your self-esteem with the value of other people, not your own? Give this a listen if it resonates. : )
00:20 Some middle school drama to roll the ball
01:39 Relationships = an escape from the self?
03:02 The hell of trying to fit in
03:46 What's lost through fitting in
05:41 The universe will step in, just pause to notice it
06:30 My take on building self-esteem
I love doing these podcasts because, truthfully, I arrive at new truths of my own while working on these episodes. This one was definitely full of realizations for myself. Thank you all for listening! Don't forget to give the Pod your 5 stars if you enjoy the episode. Stay cute. <3 --- CONTACT: simpledownmovement@gmail.com
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Further exploring the theme of comparison, and how I've been navigating it recently. Featuring: life as an experience, and why it's only that - an experience, not who you are. Don't forget to give the Pod your 5 stars if you enjoy the episode. <3 --- CONTACT: simpledownmovement@gmail.com
P.S. hope you like the Italians yelling in the background, hehe.
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Continuing the quest for self-acceptance, a dive into comparison - the very likely reason behind your unhappiness. --- CONTACT: simpledownmovement@gmail.com
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How self-centered are you? We explore anxiety and people-pleasing through the lens of Adlerian psychology, a.k.a. Individual psychology. I hope this episode helps you accept some things. :) --- CONTACT: simpledownmovement@gmail.com --- MUSIC BY: Chinsaku - Blossom - https://thmatc.co/?l=379E6EC0
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Are our setbacks our guides? And not something to "overcome"? Exploring the Nodes in Astrology, in order to detach from our natal comfort zone. --- I really enjoyed the Node dives by Haley Comet Astrology on her YouTube channel. --- CONTACT: simpledownmovement@gmail.com --- MUSIC BY: Chinsaku - Blossom - https://thmatc.co/?l=379E6EC0
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From so much time spent in the personal development world, one thing became clear: it's mostly just capitalism. Sorry for my voice in this one, but it is what it is. --- INSTAGRAM: @simple.down --- CONTACT: simpledownmovement@gmail.com --- MUSIC BY: Chinsaku - Blossom - https://thmatc.co/?l=379E6EC0
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Let's just sit back and know that we certainly don't really know. Sharing my experiences with failure, and how it made life easier. --- INSTAGRAM: @simple.down --- MUSIC BY: Chinsaku - Blossom - https://thmatc.co/?l=379E6EC0
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Do you know yourself, or only your stressed, survival-mode self? In this episode we try to draw a line between those two, or just open up to the possibility that we simply don't know. :) special story: for my lovely INFPs <3 --- INSTAGRAM: @simple.down --- MUSIC BY: Chinsaku - Blossom - https://thmatc.co/?l=379E6EC0
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Pop Human Design is not your friend. It's just a shallow money maker. Hear my thoughts on why HD is just... dangerous + my experience with Innocence Motivation. If you're brave and slightly masochistic, you can get your chart at geneticmatrix.com (you'll need to create an account for the whole thing). --- INSTAGRAM: @simple.down --- MUSIC BY: Chinsaku - Blossom - https://thmatc.co/?l=379E6EC0
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Is social anxiety mostly people pleasing on steroids? Sharing some new realizations around choosing yourself, building understanding instead of collecting knowledge, and why Bon Jovi was right all along. --- INSTAGRAM: @simple.down --- MUSIC BY: Chinsaku - Blossom - https://thmatc.co/?l=379E6EC0
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Exploring the concept of acceptance: how maybe we're not really meant to change, but rather to embody ourselves in a world that's not accepting. --- INSTAGRAM: @simple.down --- MUSIC BY: Chinsaku - Blossom - https://thmatc.co/?l=379E6EC0
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More of my Saturn-return insights to alleviate your pains. Exploring how the concept of letting go can get toxic, and what makes it easier to achieve. --- INSTAGRAM: @simple.down --- MUSIC BY: Chinsaku - Blossom - https://thmatc.co/?l=379E6EC0
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An honest take on life, fear, and the concept of living life according to who you innately are, instead of who you're expected to become. --- JOIN the mailing list: shorturl.at/dzAKU --- MUSIC BY: Chinsaku - Blossom - https://thmatc.co/?l=379E6EC0
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This time we're circling back to simple habits that can make our health journey so much more simple! And the star of the show, running down the red carpet, is none other than WATER. Featuring Kate Rhue, holistic health coach and hydration activist :) Follow her and learn more @katerhue on Instagram! Join us for a fun episode, learn more about the importance of hydration, and in what ways dehydration could be causing you problems today.--------- LET'S CONNECT!InstagramYouTube--------- JOIN THE MAILING LIST--------- MUSIC BYChinsaku - Blossom - https://thmatc.co/?l=379E6EC0
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In today's episode, I'm sharing a story about a TikTok that finally gave me the clarity on the core philosophy of this Simple Down movement.We talk about honoring yourself in a world where we've grown to believe that we need every good aspect of everyone else; being open to detachment; accessing your own, unique kind of fulfilment; lack abundance, and more.Oh, and here's the Value Scale I mention.--------- COORDINATES TO EASEA new, fun offer is up on the website! We use cute maps to figure out your essential ease-blocks, and invite Human Design to the party in order to figure out what actionable reframes would be most valuable for you in order to step over those blocks, and dive into your flow.Personalized, fun, cute, and insightful! Pre-sale price of 29.00 euros lasts only for another week (until October 17, 2021), so if you're curious - now's your chance to dig in. If you have any questions, feel free to email me at simpledownmovement@gmail.com or simply DM me on Instagram.See the full thing on the website:simpledownmovement.com/coordinates-of-ease--------- LET'S CONNECT!InstagramYouTube--------- JOIN THE MAILING LIST--------- MUSIC BYChinsaku - Blossom - https://thmatc.co/?l=379E6EC0
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Letting Go is about dropping the excess weights off your back to jump into your next level.In today's episode I'm sharing some of the hidden gems that belong to letting go, but are hidden under the coat of trivial habits and unconscious choices.Happy Spring / Autumn, wherever you are. The best time to cleanse your home, your life, your mind. And let go :))--------- GUILT WORKSHOPI've recently published a workshop around guilt. Contrary to the popular belief, and to the popularity of the thing itself, guilt is actually completely unnecesary in all its forms. It only stops us, keeps us small, weak, unworthy and feeling like we're "less than" and "bad". In what reality would anyone need any of that?In the mini workshop, we go through perception shifts, actionable steps, work to reprogram our understanding of guilt during a guided meditation created by me, as well as dive even deeper with journaling prompts.It's a one-time payment of 9.99 euros, and grants you lifelong access + including future updates. If you have any questions, feel free to email me at simpledownmovement@gmail.com or simply DM me on Instagram.See the full thing on the website:simpledownmovement.com--------- LET'S CONNECT!InstagramYouTube--------- JOIN THE MAILING LIST--------- MUSIC BYChinsaku - Blossom - https://thmatc.co/?l=379E6EC0
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Welcome to the new season of simpling down.Anxiety has been a big, heavy part of my life, and recently, I realized - I don't like talking about it. I am so tired of the never-ending "struggle" mindset, and want to focus on the positive of everything. Including anxiety. So instead of bathing in what is, I focused on what good, universal lessons I've actually learned through this "hardship".BONUS: we have a few lessons from the community as well! A big thank you to everyone who participated by sharing their lessons! @evieeheree @expandedflow @jpsmyth111 Let's accept what is, the state that's sometimes unpleasant, but refuse to be JUST in that. There's so much more going on, so much more light in every darkness we walk through. Let's indulge in that.--------- SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT TIMEI've recently published a workshop around guilt. Contrary to the popular belief, and to the popularity of the thing itself, guilt is actually completely unnecesary in all its forms. It only stops us, keeps us small, weak, unworthy and feeling like we're "less than" and "bad". In what reality would anyone need any of that?In the mini workshop, we go through perception shifts, actionable steps, work to reprogram our understanding of guilt during a guided meditation created by me, as well as dive even deeper with journaling prompts.It's a one-time payment of 9.99 euros, and grants you lifelong access + including future updates. If you have any questions or want to apply for a discount code because you really need it but don't currently have the means to purchase, feel free to email me at simpledownmovement@gmail.com or simply DM me on Instagram.See the full thing on the website:simpledownmovement.com--------- LET'S CONNECT!InstagramYouTube--------- JOIN THE MAILING LIST--------- MUSIC BYChinsaku - Blossom - https://thmatc.co/?l=379E6EC0
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Today we're looking into the Brain-Gut axis, and using the research I've collected to emphasize the importance of a clean diet and balanced lifestyle. Your body is designed to self-heal, so getting out of its way, and actually aiding it in doing that can be that big revolutionary thing you've been manifesting and praying for.Enjoyed the episode? Share it with someone who could benefit from it!Let's Connect!InstagramYouTubeSimple Down WebsiteSources:Food Insufficiency and the Physical and Mental Health of Low-Income WomenFood and Mental Health: Relationship between Food and Perceived Stress and Depressive Symptoms among University StudentsHow to Stimulate Your Vagus NerveNutritional Psychiatry: Your Brain on FoodProbiotics for Brain and MemoryDr. Mark Hyman & Dr. Todd LePine on Brain InflammationSimple Down to Glow Up BLOG postMusic by Chinsaku - Blossom - https://thmatc.co/?l=379E6EC0
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Did you know that the way you handle (or mishandle?) stress today can be tracked down to your childhood experiences? I'm sure we're all no strangers to overwhelm, but today we look into why it's so unbearable to some, how it affects your overall well-being, and some simple daily life tips to help us overcome it!If you enjoy this episode, don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5 STAR review on Apple Podcasts. It helps me a lot.Follow me for more daily insights:https://www.instagram.com/simple.down/Sources:https://draimie.com/what-happens-to-our-bodies/Music by Chinsaku - Blossom - https://thmatc.co/?l=379E6EC0
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We've all heard the word 'inflammation' - but do we understand what it really is? In this episode we cover the basics of inflammation, what it is, the surprising ways it manifests in the body, and, of course, go through some simple lifestyle tips to help us heal!If you enjoy this episode, please don't forget to leave it a 5-star review and share with a friend who might benefit from it!Sources:Inflammation and Lymphatic Function: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6399417/6 Keys to Reducing Inflammation: https://www.scripps.org/news_items/4232-six-keys-to-reducing-inflammationDepression + Allergies and Inflammation: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2015/jan/04/depression-allergic-reaction-inflammation-immune-systemhttps://www.nature.com/articles/4001805Exercise and Chronic Inflammation: https://www.copemanhealthcare.com/resources/chronic-inflammation-exerciseFollow me for more daily insights:https://www.instagram.com/simple.down/Music by Chinsaku - Blossom - https://thmatc.co/?l=379E6EC0 https://youtu.be/Dq3_nAP8-gY
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Welcome to the Simple Down Podcast!Do you know what's behind the incredibly overused phrase, "good vibes only"? In the very first episode of the Simple Down Podcast, we uncover the mysterious and sometimes misunderstood science of vibrations. Get an introduction to what everyday habits might be lowering your vibrations on a daily, what are the potential consequences of prolonged "low vibes" and how to turn it around with simple AND easy high vibe tricks.Navigating health can be overwhelming, given the amount of information we're exposed to all the time. But the frequency system seems to combine it all in a very user-friendly, simple way. And we're all about the simplicity and peace of mind here!Links:Cancer research organization: https://www.gatewaycr.org/gateway-blog/posts/2015/october/shattering-cancer-with-resonant-frequencies/Food Frequency pyramid: https://pin.it/1CNjXfQFollow me for more daily insights:https://www.instagram.com/simple.down/https://www.instagram.com/kaiafique/Music by Chinsaku - Blossom - https://thmatc.co/?l=379E6EC0
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