Maybe Don't Care So Much?

Learning to Be Your Own Person

Today, I’m talking about something we all experience while growing up: figuring out who we actually are. Between expectations, social media, and the pressure to fit in, it can be easy to lose sight of yourself. I talk about learning to be comfortable with who you are, letting yourself change, and realizing that becoming your own person takes time. You don’t have to have everything figured out — you just have to start getting to know yourself. Follow me on instagram @itsateensworldpodcast ❤️

Neuroscience Weekly: The Science of Habits

Why do we do the things we do — even when we want to change? In this episode of Neuroscience Weekly, we’re exploring the science behind habits and how our brains turn repeated actions into automatic behaviors. We’ll talk about habit loops, why habits can be so difficult to break, and how understanding your brain can help you build better routines. Tune in to hear more!

Maybe Don't Care So Much?

We all do it: spend our time and energy focused on things that don't deserve it. In this episode, I’m talking about something we all do: caring way too much about things that don’t always deserve our energy. From worrying about what people think, trying to be perfect, and stressing over things we can’t control, it’s easy to spend so much time focusing on the wrong things. I’m sharing some things I’m learning about letting go, protecting my energy, and figuring out what actually matters.

The Problem With Constant Comparison

In this episode, I’m talking about comparison—why we do it, how it affects the way we see ourselves, and why it can be so difficult to stop. From social media and school to friendships and achievements, comparison shows up in more places than we realize. I also share a few things that have helped me focus less on measuring myself against others and more on appreciating my own progress. Follow me on instagram @itsateensworldpodcast for more!

The Neuroscience of Motivation (and Why It Fails)

Why does it feel impossible to stop scrolling and to start studying? In this episode, I’m diving into the neuroscience behind motivation, and why it can feel so hard to get things done sometimes. We’ll talk about dopamine, the internal conflict between systems in the brain, and why waiting to “feel motivated” usually doesn’t work. Tune in to hear more! Follow me on instagram @itsateensworldpodcast 🧡