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Alexandra Ziemek
This podcast is full of honest conversations between everyday women (just like you and me!) and is designed to challenge your thinking and encourage growth and wholeness. Join Alexandra Ziemek as she unpacks the unrealistic and unattainable standards that society sets for women, and encourages you to start living an authentic, truth-filled life. Get comfy and grab a drink - this is going to be a good one! 🤍
Welcome back to Episode 3 of the She's Not A Wallflower podcast! Do you ever feel dissatisfied with your life when you start scrolling on social media? Ever wished you were on that vacation, had that body, or got that opportunity?
Today's episode tackles all of this and more as Alex sits down with her long-time friend and confidant, Davina Moore.
Dav is incredibly passionate about mental health and brings a wealth of knowledge as a psychology student to the table. In this episode, she shares her personal experiences about dealing with the fallout of comparison from both social media and real life, and her advice for learning to love your life, determining your priorities, and celebrating others.
Whether you're struggling to stop comparing yourself with those on social media, wishing you were in a different place in life right now, or you just want to hear an insightful conversation between two friends, then this episode is for you!
SHE'S NOT A WALLFLOWER:
IG | @shesnotawallflower.podcast
Email | shesnotawallflower@gmail.com
DAVINA:
IG | @missdavinarose
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RESOURCES:
If you feel that comparison is negatively impacting you and it feels too overwhelming to manage on your own, Alex and Dav would encourage you to explore some of these resources below. Friend, we want to let you know that there is no shame in seeking professional help. Our minds are messy places and it's normal to want some help to untangle our thoughts.
Here are a few places to check out:
♡ Beyond Blue
♡ Lifeline
♡ Headspace
Thanks so much for listening!
You are amazing and you are loved - thanks for showing up today and being you.
A xx
Welcome back to She's Not A Wallflower - IT'S MY BIRTHDAY 🥳
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We're taking a quick break from our regularly scheduled programming to present a special birthday episode!
In this episode, Alex reflects on 21 of the best things she's learned in the last 21 years, from mindset shifts and personal revelations, to best purchases and key life lessons! She is joined by the wisest woman she knows: her Mum, Donna Ziemek.
Whether you're fresh into your adult life or you've got lots of experience under your belt, this episode is for YOU!
Get comfy and grab a drink - this is going to be a good one! 🤍
21 things I've learned in 21 years (full list):
- A busy life is not necessarily a fulfilling life
- People and relationships are the most important things in life
- Money isn’t everything
- Spotify premium is always worth it (not sponsored!)
- Setting aside “me time” is super important
- Setting healthy boundaries isn’t selfish
- Listen to your body
- Your body has limits, and that’s a good thing
- You cannot do your best when you are striving to be the best in ALL things
- You don’t need to hustle all the time
- Invest in basic clothes
- There is nothing lost in trying
- Mistakes are just learning opportunities
- It’s okay to ask for help
- It’s okay to not be okay
- Perspective is important
- You’re not that important… (ouch!)
- Not everyone will like you – and that’s okay!
- If it costs you your peace, it’s too expensive
- Don’t live to regret
- There's no "right time"
(Episodes are released monthly. This is the August 2022 episode.)
SHE'S NOT A WALLFLOWER:
IG | @shesnotawallflower.podcast
Email | shesnotawallflower@gmail.com
Did you enjoy this episode? Let me know! I'd love for you to leave a review and tell all your friends about this podcast! Tell me what your favourite part of this episode was and tag @shesnotawallflower.podcast on Instagram! 🥰
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MENTIONS & STATS:
You can find the stats I mentioned in today's episode here:
♡ To Hell With The Hustle by Jefferson Bethke
♡ Own Your Everyday by Jordan Lee Dooley
♡ An open letter to the girl who is struggling to stay strong… by Alexandra Ziemek (@shesnotawallflower.podcast)
Accounts I referenced:
♡ @jordanleedooley
Welcome to the first episode of the She's Not A Wallflower Podcast! Have you ever felt like you struggled to meet your own beauty standards, or just didn't feel pretty? In today's episode, Alex sits down with her good friend Bel (@bels.recovery) to chat about learning to love the body you have been given, despite the pressures of social media and diet culture.
Bel is incredibly passionate about helping others to fall in love with their bodies and pushing against the standards that society sets on women. In this episode, Bel shares about her journey with an eating disorder, and how she is learning to treat her body with kindness again and embrace food freedom. She also sheds some light on the lies of diet culture, which is something that is deeply ingrained in our society.
If you're struggling with watching your body change or grow, or you're just wanting to enjoy listening to two best friends have an honest chat, then you're going to LOVE this episode!
Get comfy and grab a drink - this is going to be a good one! 🤍
SHE'S NOT A WALLFLOWER:
IG | @shesnotawallflower.podcast
Email | shesnotawallflower@gmail.com
BEL:
IG | @bels.recovery
Did you enjoy this episode? Let me know! I'd love for you to leave a review and tell all your friends about this podcast! Tell me what your favourite part of this episode was and tag @shesnotawallflower.podcast on Instagram! 🥰
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MENTIONS & STATS:
You can find the stats I mentioned in today's episode here:
♡ https://www.eatingdisorders.org.au/eating-disorders-a-z/eating-disorder-statistics-and-key-research/
♡ https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/body-image-women
♡ https://butterfly.org.au/body-image/body-image-explained/
Other accounts I mentioned:
@breeelenehan
@josephinelivin
RESOURCES:
If you felt like anything Bel mentioned today about eating disorders or negative body image resonated with you, please consider seeking some professional advice. I know asking for help can be scary, but looking after you and your health is incredibly important. The Butterfly Foundation offers support for eating disorders and body image. You can access their resources and information here: https://butterfly.org.au/ 🦋
Thanks so much for listening!
You are amazing and you are loved - thanks for showing up today and being you.
A xx