Yours Truly, Oiza: Recent Episodes
Oiza Alonge
You experience and Observe Life daily. If you're like me there is a lot about life that does your head in. Come and discuss it with me, truly.
This episode is a call for you to find the courage to shed the dead weight and anchors.
Just a short and sweet note from me to you, reminding you to embrace change and lean into the process.
In a world that often praises perfection, it's time to make a case for imperfection. Hear me out...
On this amazing episode I am chatting with Ife Alade, the founder of Anxious Monkey!We talk about the importance of finding joy and fulfilment in yourself and taking ownership of these feelings.EnjoyyDon't forget to use #YoursTrulyiza or #OizaAlonge to share your thoughts while listening to the podcast on Twitter! Rate the show 5 stars on whatever app you listen and leave a review, share with everyone you know and if you also watch on YouTube, like and leave a comment!Find Ife and Anxious Monkey:IG - TheifealadeIG- anxiousmonkeycoTikTok - anxious.monkeywww.anxiousmonkey.coSEE MORE OF ME:BLOG: https://oizaalonge.substack.comINSTAGRAM: Oiza_alongeTIKTOK: Oiza_alongeTWITTER: Oiza_alongePODCAST: https://anchor.fm/yourstrulyoiza#oizaalonge #selfawareness #growth #YoursTrulyOiza
Wisdom is not just the province of scholars, elders, or those who have traversed extraordinary journeys. It's a gift accessible to all of us, waiting to be unwrapped in the simplicity of our daily routines, in the warmth of human connections, in the beauty of nature, and in the reflection on our own experiences.
Adulthood, with its multitude of responsibilities and choices, often presents a delicate and complex dance between individuality and belonging. We are called to find our unique voices and paths in life, but we also crave a sense of connection and community. Striking the right balance between these two can be a lifelong endeavor, one that brings both challenges and rewards.
n this age of constant connection and information overflow, the temptation to compare our lives, achievements, and progress to those of others is a very real problem
In the tapestry of life, mindful decision making threads a pattern of authenticity, purpose, and contentment. It is the art of choosing in harmony with our core values, and honoring the person we are in the present moment. By nurturing this practice, we navigate life's crossroads with grace and intention, crafting a story of a life lived not by society's standards, but by the compass of our own heart.
In the complex narrative of life, ambition and contentment need not be adversaries. They can be allies, guiding us to live authentically and redefine what it means to be fulfilled. It's here, at this intersection, that we craft our unique story of a life well-lived, one that blends the pursuit of our ambitions with the serenity of contentment, creating a tapestry of purpose, meaning, and true fulfillment.
In a world that often encourages us to look outward for answers and validation, the art of reflection reminds us that the most profound growth occurs from the inside out.
The last thing we want is to drown in the turbulent sea of life... let self care be your lifeline for survival.
This episode explores the art of noticing - and how we can learn a lot about change and transition from watching the leaves in and out of season.
The worst that can happen has happened, you survived the thing you thought would kill you. Now what? On this episode we discuss rebuilding from the scraps and the dust.
This episode encourages all of us, me included to step out of our comfort zone and into the lives we desire and deserve regardless and in spite of fear.
I have been sitting very closely with the subject of success and fulfilment - having to answer what these things mean for me and reflect on the choices I am making and steps I am taking to achieve these things.
On this episode I discuss weighing the cost of the decisions you make such that down the line you can stand by the outcome of your choices.
A great question to strive to answer is 'why?', I think values are super handy in trying to help us find these answers. On this episode I dive into why values are important and the roles they play in our journey of becoming...
If we are going to do this then let us do it right! On this episode I talk about being intentional about self awareness and development...
Life is full of nuances and on this episode I am inviting you to embrace them... or accept them at the very least.
On this episode we discuss the concept: "you are your thoughts" and we try to find a healthier way to navigate our thoughts without casting a shadow on "self".
You owe it to yourself to get to know yourself, what is your rhythm, what makes you move. You are many things in your life but not an actor in it. Take ownership of it, do not just act out a script.
Welcome to Season 1. The first official planned out season of yours truly, Oiza.
This season will have us talking about all things self awareness and how knowing ourselves will see us caring for ourselves better.
Hope you enjoy these true conversations.
-Oiza
Welcome to a new year with Yours Truly, Oiza. I have amazing things planned for this year and i hope you stick around and enjoy the ride.
On this episode I discuss self care , what I think it is , what I think it is not , what I think it should be.
On this episode I talk on the importance of having a community that holds space for you, holding space for yourself , and being a safe space for your friends and family.
On this Episode I encourage you to view your life through a lens that is wider and clearer than your trauma. PS: sorry for the noise on this episode!
Sometimes winning will not look like we think it should, however your being here and pushing through regardless of how tough it seems is a victory in and of itself. I hope you never forget it.
Watching a candle burn can go either of two ways.
You watch the flame melt the wax and cry because the burning will eventually bring the candle to its end.
Or
You can watch the flame melt the wax and smile because the wax will go through the painful process but come morning it will solidify, a new shape.
Knowing it may be burnt again , certain that it can take the heat. It was made for the heat.
Eventually the candle will burn to its end, who said that’s a bad thing anyway?
~ Oiza Alonge 2020
On this episode I talk about healing from trauma and where I my ultimate hope for complete healing lies.
On this episode I talk about how important it is to give yourself permission to exist truly, in your own skin.
If this Podcast works like I hope it will , then I hope it has you stepping out of your comfort zone and daring to see life from a new perspective.
The burden of shame is not your's to carry. In this episode I talk out how shame holds us bound and the importance of breaking free from shame. You truly deserve to show yourself some empathy.
What defines your worth? A lot of us live lives that aren't our to live, because we've been policed by values we do not even believe. On this episode I challenge you to dig beneath all that and find your true self. It is worth it.
In this episode I talk about the things I'm grateful for today. I think many times we get caught up in the tapestry that is life and we forget to be grateful for the strands, they are in fact what brings color to the bigger picture. I'm grateful for the things I mention in this episode, I'm also grateful for you. Thank you for listening to this episode. I hope you subscribe and you share with a friend. - Yours Truly, Oiza.