heartfelt: Recent Episodes
Weronika Czubek
unfiltered, introspective, and, most importantly, heartfelt discussions on topics ranging from gen-z culture, mental health, self-development, and the human condition. hosted by a perpetual overthinker and a texbook INFJ navigating daily struggles of adulthood, and coming to grisps with how little she actually knows about life. for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram!
On authentic self-expression, feeling like you're “too much”, self-tempering and the freedom that comes with not being cool, calm and collected | for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram ୨୧
i am so happy to bring another guest on the pod and excited to share our beautiful conversation that could probably go on for hours had i not pressed the pause button. Ula is a bundle of joy: a yoga teacher and a creative who, just like me, has grown up in poland and has since traveled, worked and lived around the world. we met a month ago in the middle of sweden where we both came to experience the life of a spiritual community and have both been amazed by the many parallels our lives reflect. in today’s episode, we discuss everything from yoga, relationship lessons, our inner children and vulnerability all the way to maturing through one’s twenties and balancing the yearning for stability with a nomadic lifestyle. quintessential heartfelt pod: open, free-flowing & unfiltered. i hope you enjoy this one & don’t forget to check out Ula’s newsletter: https://everythingatleast.substack.com/p/sauna-stories ! | for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram ୨୧
what has community living taught me about relationships, how others can help us learn about ourselves, why we should make peace with loneliness & are the notions of intro/extraversion even relevant?
and so you know what they say... it's all about the journey xx on today's episode: why life is a constant balancing act and why we'll never really feel like we "made it" - so might as well enjoy the ride, with all its ups and downs, knowing that this is exactly what the fabric of life is made of || for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram ୨୧
but i do it nonetheless... a life update, what's been on my mind and where do i find myself these days || for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram ୨୧
i could start by saying "i've always been a sensitive child..." but that wouldn't hold entirely true. my soft interior has long been overshadowed by my unwavering ambition and short temper. however, some soul-searching allowed my sensitive self to emerge - and i'm afraid she's here to stay. this episode dissects all aspects of heightened sensitivity: the good, the bad, and the teary-eyed; from overthinking to socialization & navigating life in a world with a very tough exterior.
having lived in the iconic british capital for three years, i observed its evolution, from a lockdown-struck city to one with steeply rising gas bills and a famously unforgiving flat-hunting market. despite the harsh nature of metropolia, i did my best to make myself feel at home. yet, as time went by, i saw myself falling out of love with london bit by bit, until little affection remained. in this episode i weigh the pros and cons of living in the city, ultimately concluding that it might just not be the city for me...and that's okay :) || for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram ୨୧
often said in a casual manner, the good old saying reveals some undeniable truth about how we perceive our lives: always lacking something and never as great as we would hope it to be. we fall into the false narrative of believing that everyone else has it better than us. we come up with a long list of "if only"s that stand in the way of our happiness. well, i hate to break it to you but the grass will always SEEM greener on the other side. so, instead of turning our heads around, let's get to the bottom of things and see how you can start appreciating all that you already have | for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram ୨୧
a well-rounded debate around the topics related to jobs & one's professional path. answering your questions on choosing what you want to do, pursuing a masters degree, and defying societal expectations. making a case for why you don't need to be passionate about your job (but an interest in it is necessary), nor change lives while doing it (but also, don't work for the likes of shein) | for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram ୨୧
you've heard right! taking a break from discussing Important Matters of the Heart & Soul to casually chat about my recent obsessions: from sourdough and pilates to youtubers and great reads...because life has been feeling too goddamn serious these days x
inspired by a recent read of oliver burkman's "4000 weeks" i ponder about the concept of wasting time, what it tells about our relationship with time and how to make peace with the fact that we are bound to miss out on the majority of experiences that life has to offer | for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram ୨୧
here's a bitter pill to swallow: when you decide to stop, everyone else keeps on moving.
it's just one of those episodes where I had to get things off my chest. being in-between things, having to "wait around" with too much time to think & realising how impermanent EVERY stage of your life is (though transitional periods like to play time tricks, making you believe they're gonna last forever). it's certainly not my most cheerful one but I would not dare to leave you without some words of comfort & a piece (or two) of unsolicited advice! || for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram ୨୧
the title does the episode justice so... i'm just gonna leave it be | for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram ୨୧
as soon as i entered my 20s, i realized things are not gonna be easy. the overwhelming freedom of choice, tumultuous change, new experiences and societal expectations serve you a bundle of pressure on a silver platter. the thing is, i don't want to give into that narrative - i actually want to enjoy myself and my life (believe it or not). hence, today's episode is my response (the middle finger) to that voice in your head that tells you you're not using this "precious" time right; a deep-dive into my philosophy / the attitude i chose to embrace as i move through each year of my fleeting 20s || for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram!
she's still alive! having spent the past three months or so backpacking my way through asia, i've become accustomed to and eventually fluent in the art of backpacking. in this episode - coincidentally published on the last day of 2023 - i dish out on the best and worst parts of travelling with all your possesions stuffed in a 40 liter backpack; from the best foods you'll ever eat to burnout over small talk and why eternal summer is both a blessing and a curse... || for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram!
hi cuties! i'm very excited to talk to you today and spill tea on my first few weeks of solo travelling around indonesia: what i've been up to, notes on loneliness, my obsession with smoothie bowls and how the heck did i end up sleeping on a boat and driving a motorbike???
a few reminders about life that you may need to hear right now || for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram!
i've been finding my mind SO restless these days. since the usual - exercise, yoga, and vitamin d - do not seem to work, i let my thoughts run their course, hoping that this mini-therapy episode cures my anxious brain. tune in to hear about my asia trip prep, obsession with jigsaw puzzles, foodstagram updates and how i'm learning to not get so easily annoyed (one breath at a time). || for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram!
graduation, moving out of london, starting my gap year, traveling to se asia... september is truly a month where beginnings and endings cross paths. in light of all the chaos and shifs happening around me, i pause and reflect on the beauty and pain inherent to change, why it feels so daunting but also why it doesn't have to || for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram!
SO excited about this episode because I get to ramble about all topics dear to my heart; the experience of being a woman & how my relationship with femininity evolved, female friendships, starting a commune (yes), male gaze (no) and what it personally means to me to embrace my feminine side //for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram!
reflecting on my time at home & my ever-evolving relationship with it + my newfound need and appreciation for slowing down, doing less and catching a breath
Having returned from almost three weeks of non-stop travels, I come bearing THOUGHTS. On finding balance when being out of your routines, boundaries, money anxiety, and the constant search for fulfillment (spoiler alert: it remains to be found).
long time no hear besties! in today’s episode, i share a few life updates and reflect on the important decisions awaiting me at this entirely new stage of my life. buckle up besties, mid-year crisis is ON
for whatever reason, in today’s episode i read you some of my iphone notes; written at parties, on trains, in parks and other random moments when pen and paper weren’t available. this (un)surprisingly personal episode had me talking about my relationship with alcohol, amazement over literature, wanting to write, the male ego (oops) and losing girlfriends over boyfriends (ouch)! / for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram!
heartfelt at its most chaotic; a 42-minute-long stream of consciousness sort of episode in which i discuss finishing uni, summer plans, how i got my first job, the highs of socialisation and why i'll never spend £6 on a pastry
a packed episode full of rambles under the umbrella of self-knowledge: boundaries, the voice of intuition, shaped vs inherited traits & so much more !! tune in angels
a restless girl, a glass of red wine and an evening to ponder about her recent appreciation for solitude, the seasonality of socialisation and why binging two seasons of grey’s anatomy might be exactly what her soul needed / for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram!
if you’ve been following me for a while you probably realized i do not function well in chaos - i thrive in my routines and try to take as best care of my mental and physical health as possible, whether through exercise, therapy, journaling or (yes) cleaning. as such, i’m not surprised it has gotten me the reputation of a very structured and productive (if not obsessive huh) person. so, in today’s episode, i talk all about self-discipline; why it matters and how it’s helping me stay afloat, but even more importantly, how i began to implement it from a place of genuiene self-compassion and self-love - because there’s nothing more fun and encouraging than being your own cheerleader !!!
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In this very rambly episode, I dive into the concept of the future - how I used to think (or rather, obsess) about it vs how I do now and what has changed - but also get carried away and discuss all things metaphysical: existential dread, the meaning of life (or lack thereof) and death (and why I find it a comforting thought). So, in short, just your typical heartfelt episode x | for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram!
a very cheery and high-energy rant about the simple joy of living, getting excited about the little things, my current obsession with italy and how i got hooked on cold showers; consider it a post valentine's love letter to life from yours truly x |
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Ladies n gentlemen, a warm welcome for heartfelt's first guest - my flatmate and best friend, Beji! In this casual episode, we talk about all things physical exercise and its effects on our body image + mental health. We discuss how this relationship evolved over years, our current fitness routines (a fancy way of saying what we do to keep fit), sports we'd love to try and how we're both fixated on learning how to handstand. I hope you'll enjoy it just as much as we did recording this and do let me know if you'd want more guest episodes in the future! xx for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram!
The constant cold, the lack of sun and just the overall emotional fatigue... yeah, some could say January has not been easy on me. While acknowledging difficult emotions and letting yourself experience these lows is very important, you also have to beware of indulging in negativity and sadness (as i'm sure all of us have at one point or another - and that's ok!!). And so, i'm coming with the hopes of shining some light on the dark corners of your psyche and helping you gain some (very much needed) perspective on what might've been weighing on your mind lately. sending you lots of love, as always x
on the concept of new year’s resolutions, ambition, the illusion of productivity and spontaneity.
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from novel realizations on money and alcohol, through understanding the value of exercise, to abandoning my relationship expectations - all of my newly acquired wisdom served on a silver platter with a big bright bow on top. enjoy (& see you in 2023)!!!
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over the past few months, i’ve truly come to appreciate the value of authenticity, honesty, and the courage to have the difficult conversation - even though it can be so uncomfortable and !! scary !! the truth is, i simply do not have the capacity to deal with bullshit anymore - if something’s on my mind, i may as well say it. it’s upsetting to observe how so many of us would rather let things build up (sometimes to the point of compromising the quality of your relationships) rather than own up to our emotions in an honest and upfront manner.
so, since i’ve entered my cough honesty era cough, i decided to devote this episode to discussing the value of authenticity and sincerity and how practicing the two can bring more meaning into your life and close relationships. i hope u v much enjoy it <3
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Those who know me know that I do not function well unless given a to-do list and five activities for the day. But being active and engaged - whether in academia, friendships, work, or sports - has usually come naturally to me; I simply cannot sit my ass down and do nothing because I feel like ten other things are demanding my attention at once. On priorities, running high on energy, boundaries and so much more - welcome to this little brain dump. For updates, questions and everything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram!
Wisdom, life lessons, and tough pills to swallow - all in the theme of human relationships. You know what they say - the quality of your life depends on the quality of your relationships.
In case you're confused about this oh-so-mysterious title, it is an elaborate way of saying: I'm overstimulated and I think it's a chronic condition. In this episode, I talk about the underlying fatigue brought about by simply ~existing~ in the 21st century; distractions, social media (never not talking about social media), yearning for nature, minimalism and why I so often feel like the protagonist in "Everything Everywhere All At Once" (but not in a cute way). I hope you enjoy this directionless stream of consciousness!
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let me take you on a little journey thorugh time & space; exploring mind-expanding topics ranging from the meaning of life, conversations with the universe, non-attachment, life after death & finding a home in yourself.. buckle in for the ride
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on my constant desire to change, love for novelty & a ceaseless thirst for life. for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram!
in today's episode, a very broad discussion covering: why social media suck, people-pleasing, authenticity vs performativity, caring to be likable and why the concept of being perceived fills me with anxiety <3 stay tuned for another one, xoxo werka // @hearfeltpod on ig
yeah i may only be 20 but i may also have a quater-life crisis about growing up every other week or so and what are you gonna do about it…… for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram <3
In the light of spending a big chuck of my summer alone & in a new country, my own company is often all I have but not always what I want; on loneliness, shame, lessons to be learnt from solitude and more - let this episode be your comfort place for when you're feeling in need of some company
A 30 minute ramble inspired by the question of: if you could imagine yourself living any hypothetical life, what would it be? For updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram!
in case you were looking for another reason to hate the patriarchy, here you go!:)
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your 20s - an amazing, life-defining time filled with meeting new people, getting into relationships, parties, travelling (all whilst simultaneously grinding for your university degree and setting your foot in the job market)... but is it really? on the societal (& self-imposed) pressures of making the most out of your twenties and the fear of missing out on the experiences you think you're supposed to have <3
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a long overdue one
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Have you ever been so happy and content with life that...you started feeling guilty about it? Well, that has certainly been the case for me and in today's episode I untangle this strange sensation commonly described as "happiness guilt" and try to pinpoint possible reasons for which I feel so sh*t about feeling good.
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hi besties! today we're switching things up and letting you decide on the topics discussed in the episode! as a self-certified virgo (who tends to give advice whether or not asked for) i'm sharing my experiences and insights in hopes of giving you another perspective on matters ranging from university pressures and making friends in your 20s to female jealousy/comparison and overcoming heartbreak.
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hi besties - welcome to another episode. i’m taking a break from oversharing my past experiences and mental struggles (for a sec) to bring you a more chill episode centered all around my silly little routines. how does my perfect morning/evening look like? how can being deliberate about your routines help you achieve long-term goals? can we find balance between comfort and excitement in our daily rythms?
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welcome back besties! today we are chatting about the ~drinking culture~ adopted by ~my generation~. i take you on a personal journey; from the first time i got drunk on peach wine (could you even call it that?), through my bad drinking phase and embarassing stories, all the way to where i stand now. with the help of your varied insights, i discuss all things soberness, the normalization of alcohol addiction and hangover anxiety & much more!
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xoxo, werka
Hi besties & HAPPY NEW YEAER!! In this first episode of 2022 I dive deep into all things ~ mental health ~, talking about my journey from insecurity and negative body image (yikes), through therapy, to finding self love and becoming the most confident version of myself so far (yay!). I also share my reflections and tips on how to take actionable steps towards the same path and becoming free from constant self-doubt and destructive patterns (yikes x2). This is possible the most personal I've ever gotten on the podcast so far but I stand by the fact that vulnerability rocks !!! and if my story makes anyone feel inspired to get better and end the vicious cycle of negative self-talk, it is more than worth it.
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hi besties - it’s time for another loaded episode. the themes of this one are the nature of work, career aspirations (and realizing that i don’t have any), dissapointments at univeristy, internship madness, free time, success, toxic london culture & s m more. a very important episode summing up months of overthinking and anxiety related to these subjects.
i'm gonna be honest with you - this episode is not a very cheerful nor informative one. what is it then? it's complaining time!! for the last 3 weeks i have been experiencing a huge burnout and have been lacking motivation to do anything remotely productive. uni work, internship applications, submitting assignments and working from 10am to 10pm have kind of put a strain on my mental health and i'm not sure how to get myself back on track. recording this episode is serving as my coping mechanism, trying to understand the nature of this burnout and come to term with the fact that i (surprise, surprise) may not have it all figured out.
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hi besties! in the 12th episode of the podcast i focus on the concept of being the "main character" and romanticisign your life. is it a cute trend that makes our lives a little bit more fun or does it set unrealistic expectations for what life should look like? to what extent is pretending that you're playing in a teenage drama fun and when does it become problematic? in this episode, you can expect to hear my pondering on these qs n more (becasuse going on tangents is one of my greatest talents). i can't wait for u to give it a listen & hear your thoughts on the topic 💌
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hello besties! i'm coming to you with another long episode on a topic that in no way could fit into a single one - but i did my best to cover as many topics as possible. as you probably figured out, i talk all things friendships - what it means to me, green/red flags in a friendship, jealousy, online friendships, opposite sex friendships... i think you get the gist. it's one more on the personal side, based on my life-long experiences and lessons learned. i hope you enjoy it just as much as i did recording it 🙇🏼♀️
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hi besties! in the TENTH (yes, the use of caps-lock is purposeful as i'm celebrating a little milestone here) episode of the podcast, i get a little bit coach-y and dive into the concept of our "comfort zones" - more specifically, why they can be a harmful and inhibiting place to settle in. supporting the narrative with my own real-life examples (as the time i had to debate about politics without knowing the difference between left/right-wing ideals), i talk about the things which often stop us from stepping out of our comfort zones as well as the precise reasons for which you owe your future self to do it. for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram! xoxo, werka
long time no SEE besties! i had to take a month long break due to a very prolonged fresher's flu (it is a thing, apparently) and though i'm not a 100% well, i just missed talking to u too much! this week's episode is all about the 5 love languages - what are they, how can you express them, and how they are a powerful tool in deepening your relationships. i talk all things validation, misscommunication, and bring up a few examples from my life when love languages made me realize important things about my personal relationships.
p.s. i promise i'm not gonna take another month to upload episode 10 lol
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hi besties!! in this (a little bit all over the place) podcast episode, I rant about the so-called "strong/sensitive" personality type, which, supposedly, describes approximately 7% of the population - and you've guessed it - i'm one of them. i go into details of my journey from an insecure, lonely teenager to a confident social butterfly, as well as rant about why vulnerability should be worn with pride, rather than shamed. for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram! xoxo, werka
hii besties! i've devored the seventh episode of my podcast to a general discussion on the topic of aesthetics - what are they, why pinterest is the mother of aesthetics, and how often times they are simply a romanticised fantasy. i walk you through the history of my tumblr aesthetics and share how i developed a toxic mindset towards instagram influencers. all of that and more; for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram! xoxo, werka
hi besties!! i'm coming to you with the sixth episode of the podstact in which i ramble all things astrology related- its origins, the concept of compatibility, my big 3, and even the field of financial astrology (umm). I attempt to get to the bottom of it and answer the questions of how it evolved from an ancient scholary science to instagram pages devoted to zodiac memes, and why do we actually want to believe in it, even though few of us consider it a legit source of information.
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what is the most life-changing (and i mean truly LIFE CHANGING) book you've ever read?
hi besties and welcome the the fifth episode of the pod (i know i'm being dramatic but it feels like a small milestone)! so here's the thing - i absolutely love reading and have gone through a lot of moving, inspiring and influential novels but for some reason, very few of them stick with me for longer. however, the most recent one i've read - "a new earth" by echart tolle - might just be the most life-changing book in my life so far. touching on topics ranging from ego, living in the present, suffering, emotions, spirituality, time and relligion, tolle's book has left me hyping it up to all my friends and making them read it.
in this episode of "heartfelt", i talk (in details) about why it is such an important book and i discuss the endless life lessons and wisdom that it contains. i know that spirituality doesn't have to be your cup of tea but! just make yourself a favour and give it a chance because it might just change your life.
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! this is part two of the “Living & studying abroad” podcast episode !
hiii bestiesss! in this episode of the podcast, rather than the usual complaining about the toxic societal and mental structures, i take you through my experience of living and studying abroad (more specifically in london, uk). why did i make that decision? how has this experience changed me? reflections and lessons learnt on friendships, independence and self: all of that n more!
ps! the ep has been divided into two parts because it's quite a long story to tell
xoxo, werka
hiii bestiesss! with a slight delay comes the thrid episode of the podcast - this time, rather than the usual complaining about the toxic societal and mental structures, i take you through my experience of living and studying abroad (more specifically in london, uk). why did i make that decision? how has this experience changed me? reflections and lessons learnt on friendships, independence and self: all of that n more!
ps! the ep has been divided into two parts because it's quite a long story to tell
xoxo, werka
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hi besties - it's time to get serious. in this week's episode i dive deep into the ugly world of female beauty standards: not only explaining why they are harmful but also highlighting their link to sexism and showing how the beauty marketing/industry creates and then exploits our insecurities (again, yikes). tune in (and prepare to get angry). for updates, questions and eveything else, follow @heartfeltpod on instagram!
hi besties! in this debut episode of the heartfelt podcast i discuss all things toxic productivity (yikes). how does it work, what are the symptoms, my personal experience and some very helpful advice from u - all of that & more, brought to you by yours truly, @weroni.sia. for podcast updates, questions and dms, follow me @heartfeltpod on instagram! xoxo, werka