Turning 31 feels like a milestone, so I’m sitting down to reflect on the lessons, advice, and hopes that have shaped me. In this episode, I’m breaking it down into three parts: 10 things I’d tell my younger self, 10 lessons I’ve learned by 31, and 10 things I’m hopeful for in the next decade of my life. Plus, I’m wrapping it all up with the biggest takeaway from my 31 years so far. If you’re in the mood for introspection, some laughs, and a few 'aha' moments, grab a coffee (or a glass of wine) or go for a hot-girl walk and tune in.

Birthdays are the perfect time for introspection! Use these birthday journaling prompts to help you reflect on the past year & set intentions for the next:

1 - In what ways did I grow the most this year? What challenges or moments helped shape this growth?

2 - What am I most proud of accomplishing in the past year, personally and professionally?

3 - Are there any situations where I felt taken advantage of or that drained my energy? How can I honor my boundaries better this year?

4 - What are three big dreams or goals I want to pursue this year, and what steps can I take to make them a reality?

5 - What role do I want creativity to play in my life this year?

6 - What activities or experiences make me feel joyful and alive? How can I incorporate more of them into my daily life?

7 - What are my core values, and are my actions aligned with them? If not, what can I adjust?

8 - If I imagine my life five years from now, what do I hope it looks like? How can I take one small step toward that vision today?

9 - Are there parts of my story that I haven’t explored yet? What might I need to let go of or embrace to live authentically?

10 - What am I most grateful for as I reflect on this past year? How can I nurture more gratitude moving forward?

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Ready to make 2025 your best year yet? In this extra-long but super-fun chat, I’m sitting down with my friend Nayeli to dish on 10 ‘Hot Girl’ Habits you can start right now. From useful tips to manifesting your dream life, we’re sharing all the tea on how to glow up—no gatekeeping here. Grab a latte (or your favorite drink) and buckle up for the tips, laughs, and real talk that’ll have you crushing all your goals in the new year!

Follow Nayely for more amazing content:

Instagram: @najelllyv

Youtube: Nayely Vela

TikTok: @najellly

Mentioned in the episode:

Confidence Boosting Playlist for your hot girl walks

40Hz Gamma Music for Concentration

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This week, I sat down with my friend Yoss O'Farrill, and we talked all about chasing dreams, building confidence, and ignoring the noise when people just don’t get it. From our improv class adventures to her skits on TikTok and YouTube, we explored what it means to put yourself out there—even when it feels scary or a little cringe (been there 🙋‍♀️). If you’ve ever felt stuck or worried about what others might think, this one’s for you. Hit play, and let’s talk about pursuing what makes you happy.

Follow Yoss on IG: @yossofarrill & on YouTube

Follow the pod on IG: @nice2meetmepod

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Welcome to Nice to Meet Me—a podcast about self-discovery that’s part girl talk, part shooting the shit, and mostly me oversharing and giving you unsolicited advice, but with all the vibes. I’m Isa, your host and the main character of my own self-love journey, here to help you become the main character of yours.

Here, we’re diving deep into what it means to truly meet you. From big life shifts and breaking free of the life you thought you had to live to creating habits and routines that actually make you feel like that girl, I’m sharing my stories and bringing in some incredible guests to spill theirs.

Expect real talk, plenty of laughs, the occasional existential crisis—but make it chic—and your go-to for conversations that feel like late-night talks with your best friend. This isn’t your typical self-help show; it’s the glow-up your soul’s been waiting for.

It’s fun, it’s raw, and it’s all about you becoming the main character of your own story. So hit play, and let’s meet the version of you you’ve been dying to know.

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In this episode, my friend Rosario (@jjunebugg) and I discuss what it was like growing up as Jehovah's Witnesses and how this affected our entire life: mental health, life-changing decisions, relationships, etc. We briefly touch on the trauma that this caused us (we will go more into detail about that in Part 2, coming soon!) and what led us to finally separate ourselves from that organization.

Disclaimer: All opinions in this episode are our own. Not everyone has the same experience, and we are simply sharing ours. We encourage everyone to do their own research about this religion (especially if you are a member).

Links:

NPR Article on the Australian Royal Commission Investigation

More info on the BITE Model

BITE Model as applied to Jehovah's Witnesses

Contact us:

nice2meetmepod@gmail.com

@nice2meetmepod

host Isa: @isamari.nguyen

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