The MOBILE MENTOR

S7: I got laid off...again. And I am in crutches. *STORYTIME*

Hi wonderful humans.I took some time off podcasting this year (tbh, work was very busy, and I had lots of planning and to-dos, so creating content fell off). But – after an eventful week – and now WAY more time on my hands, I have decided to use my voice. Surprisingly, with recent life changes and unexpected news RE: health and work, I've felt more inspired... It's story time! It feels like a reinvention period, and unlike during last year's unfortunate events in the SAME season, I AM HERE FOR IT.Themes in This Episode:Why I am not having a Hot Girl Summer"When it rains it pours"Dealing with last year’s layoff and lack of stability VS. 2025Handling uncertaintyIdentity and workWork industry changes – marketing/creative/advertisingNavigating the future of workLife change management tools Living abroad/away from homeMy mindset around a sudden injury The role of spirituality, mindfulness, and self-talk ________________________Related EpisodesS7: Hacks For Handling Hard Times - Layoff, Love Life, Moving Locations - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Akfw6fV2Jcs7xego1r5yF?si=PVIBA-0VTpyuYAYcUCobXA S6: From Existing to Living–Therapy, Health & The Benefits of Being Alone - https://open.spotify.com/episode/5JXFLYWCXmcvLon8akxJrD?si=Tby_bVU_RUGKhVPdJxEtKQAs always, I hope you’re doing as best as you can. Here for chats, sharing ideas, and support in my DMs on ⁠⁠⁠Insta⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@a_blanx. ⁠If you prefer a read, check out my resurrected blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://themobilementor.blogspot.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠  (lol, let's appreciate the 90s-core website energy!).________________________RESOURCES - Recent Podcasts & Meditations:Begin Again with Davina McCall and Shaolin Master Shi Heng Yi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K491-s7g5Kg&list=PLjywRxGs7mqovKjfnFuzlvQ9Crio_EfJU&ab_channel=BeginAgainwithDavinaMcCallThe Resilient Mind podcast with Sadhguru: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0jSgxi5tO5LPx1mkmj43A6?si=ULxsNbb1QvW_uyEbA1jKsQ Mooji: You Are Life Itself: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vMEoPgg-PE&ab_channel=Moojiji⁠ DOAC x Buddhist Gelong Thubten: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vIbLQQ1i56Y&ab_channel=TheDiaryOfACEOChantress Seba's sounds: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOSWJTu5Prw&ab_channel=ChantressSeba 

S7: The Downsides Of Empathy (Story time: Family Drama)

Welcome to another episode in season 7 of The Mobile Mentor pod, and an episode on a topic that's SUPER important to me: Empathy. This was brought about by some family friction this recent Christmas (because, duh!). I chat about said family friction, how it affected me, and what I realised about myself and my defaults as a result of other people's situations and emotions. And tbh, I wasn't totally happy about it. Moving forward, I'm considering how to adapt my empathy. You'll find out why...Themes in the episode:-Empathy in relationships of all kinds-The different types of empathy (there are 3!)-Why too much empathy isn't a good thing-Toggling empathy for the right relationships and moments-Extending empathy to oneself-Compassion vs. Empathy-Childhood trauma, coping strategies, and why I am how I am-People pleasing-Emotional management_____________________If you prefer a read, check out my resurrected blog: ⁠⁠https://themobilementor.blogspot.com/⁠⁠  (Lol, let's appreciate the 90s-core website energy!).As always, I hope you’re doing as best as you can. Wishing you a healthy, happy, and safe new year. Here for chats, moans, and giggles in my DMs on ⁠⁠Insta⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@a_blanx. ⁠ Thanks for listening–and subscribe or follow if you marginally liked it. ;)_____________________Related Episodes: -S7: Living Against the ‘Norms’ – Abroad, 34, No Kids, With a Housemate - https://open.spotify.com/episode/5EOvIEfjaBeH6kTur88hi8?si=4QDpHSWNSfiUff1c1avzKQ -S6: How to Listen to Your Intuition & Trust Yourself - https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ZGuSZ6OERWYxe5rOXaBMW?si=6SlKDiVqRkG33WyvxoV-6w

S7: Living Against the ‘Norms’ – Abroad, 34, No Kids, With a Housemate

NEWS FLASH: I’m living back in Vancouver. With a housemate. I’m a freelance Creative. I’m turning 34 this month. And I feel BACK in my vibe, baby! I haven’t felt this content, aligned, and on-the-up for a while! Emerging from a dusty and down period, I know and accept myself more than ever. So today, I’ma share my views on ‘adulting’ and societal expectations at this age, and what my situation is. I’m now a SOFT GIRL.Themes in this Ep:-Value-centred living-Building a life in Vancouver-Choosing a place to be that suits me-Living authentically within the ‘norms’ of Western culture -Experimenting with how I want to live/who I want to be-NOT climbing the corporate ladder and choosing against it-My work identity and shaping work around my life (not letting it rule!)-Types of relationship and ethical non-monogamy -Accepting myself-Ignoring ‘shoulds’-Life choices-Fulfilment -More flowing, less forcing-Marriage? Kids? Living together as a couple or living apart?_________________If you prefer a read, check out my resurrected blog: ⁠⁠⁠https://themobilementor.blogspot.com/⁠⁠⁠  (lol, let's appreciate the 90s-core website energy!).As always, I hope you’re doing as best as you can. Here for sh*tz, tears, and giggles in my DMs on ⁠⁠⁠Insta⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@a_blanx. ⁠⁠_________________Related Episodes:S7: NOT New Year's Resolutions 2025 - An Alternative Approach - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S7-NOT-New-Years-Resolutions-2025---An-Alternative-Approach-e2ssltqS7: Hacks For Handling Hard Times - Layoff, Love Life, Moving Locations - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Akfw6fV2Jcs7xego1r5yF?si=2-DaCjp2TEeVxZiQ8r9d-QS6: From Existing to Living–Therapy, Health & The Benefits of Being Alone - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-From-Existing-to-LivingTherapy--Health--The-Benefits-of-Being-Alone-e2lmp3f

S7: Hacks For Handling Hard Times - Layoff, Love Life, Moving Locations

Been through some tough times lately? Life feel a bit out of control and you're finding it hard to cope? Settle in to this episode, I've got you. This is part 2 to the episode, 'Handling Change is Harder in My 30s.' Here are my learnings in hindsight on getting through lots of life sectors being in flux and uncertain simultaneously – work, love life, and constantly moving around living out of a suitcase. I felt I was about to implode. However, I didn't (phew! Because I like eating peanut butter too much), thanks to these 7 golden nuggets. Take what you need – coping isn't one size fits all. x Themes in this episode: -Coping strategies -Managing anxiety -Experiencing a work layoff -Dealing with uncertainty -The concept of 'home' -Long-distance relationships -Asking for help/support when you need it -Being forced to grow in new ways -How change affects people – we all have different capacities -Judging yourself for feeling certain ways, and why you shouldn't!! -Gratitude _________________ If you prefer a read, check out my resurrected blog: ⁠⁠https://themobilementor.blogspot.com/⁠⁠  (lol, let's appreciate the 90s-core website energy!). As always, I hope you’re doing as best as you can. Here for chats, ideas, and giggles in my DMs on ⁠⁠Insta⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@a_blanx. ⁠ _________________ Related Episodes: - PART 1 to this episode, S6: Handling Change is Harder in My 30s - A Series of Unfortunate Events *AUDIOVLOG* -https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-Handling-Change-is-Harder-in-My-30s---A-Series-of-Unfortunate-Events-AUDIOVLOG-e2rqs05 - S6: What is Life atm?! Anyone Else Feeling Lost? AUDIOVLOGhttps://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-What-is-Life-atm---Anyone-Else-Feeling-Lost--AUDIOVLOG-e2iuhnf -S7: NOT New Year's Resolutions 2025 - An Alternative Approach - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S7-NOT-New-Years-Resolutions-2025---An-Alternative-Approach-e2ssltq

S7: NOT New Year's Resolutions 2025 - An Alternative Approach

Welcome to season 7 of The Mobile Mentor pod!! I thought I'd mark 2025 with a brand-new season. Thank god 2024 is over... It was a tumultuous and very fast-moving year. I am happy to move on to more pleasant, stable, and peaceful pastures. This episode, I share how I start every new year in a softer, self-compassionate, and less strict way (I am not a fan of the old 'new year's resolutions' lark and its connotations – you'll find out why). I 'theme' every year! We've all gotta find what works for us, right? Have a listen and see what comes up for you with this approach. Themes in this Ep: -Words to live by (as opposed to vision boards) -Living in your heart and body vs. living in your head -Following your intuition -Staying flexible as opposed to fixing goals -Use personal reflections to inform what's ahead -When to do this exercise -Knowing and living by your values __________________ If you prefer a cheeky read, check out my resurrected blog: ⁠⁠https://themobilementor.blogspot.com/⁠⁠  (lol, let's appreciate the 90s-core website energy!). As always, I hope you’re doing as best as you can. Sending you big love for 2025. Here for chats, memes, and giggles in my DMs on ⁠⁠Insta⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@a_blanx. ⁠ __________________ Related Episodes: - S6: Handling Change is Harder in My 30s - A Series of Unfortunate Events *AUDIOVLOG* - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-Handling-Change-is-Harder-in-My-30s---A-Series-of-Unfortunate-Events-AUDIOVLOG-e2rqs05 - S5: New season (not new me), turning 31 & life after Canada - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S5-New-season-not-new-me--turning-31--life-after-Canada-e1c1tke - S4: Learnings for 2021 [2020 EP UPDATED] - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S4-Learnings-for-2021-2020-EP-UPDATED-eohp96