In this episode, I talk about how I realized I had a huge fear of trying new things and how it showed up in ways I didn’t even notice at first. I share how I started pushing myself to try new foods and new experiences, even when it made me uncomfortable or anxious. I didn’t love everything I tried, but I learned that trying was the important part. This episode is about getting out of your comfort zone, proving things to yourself, and realizing that you’re capable of more than you think.

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In this episode, I’m sharing the random little things I figured out in 2025 that genuinely made my life easier, especially during my first semester of high school. This isn’t advice or a how-to, just the stuff that actually worked for me. From making a Google Sheets assignment tracker and downloading the Kindle app on my phone, to bringing headphones everywhere, using Google Calendar, and doing things the night before so mornings don’t feel chaotic, these are the discoveries no one asked for… but I’m sharing anyway. If you’re also just trying to get through the year without losing it, this episode might feel a little too relatable.

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In this episode, I talk about something we don’t do enough, giving ourselves credit. After asking you on Instagram what you were most proud of yourself for in 2025, I was reminded how much growth often goes unnoticed. From good grades and new friendships to growing in faith and simply making it through hard seasons, this episode is about recognizing how far you’ve come. I reflect on toxic motivation, the pressure of “New Year, New Me,” and why constantly focusing on what we need to change can make us forget what we’ve already done. If you’ve ever struggled to celebrate your accomplishments because you felt they were just an obligation, this episode is for you.

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In this episode of Claire in a Chair, I’m sitting down with my friend Addie Dwyer to talk about something we both had to learn the hard way: what NOT to do during your first semester of high school. From overbooking yourself to joining 90,000 clubs just because everyone else is, we get real about burnout, balance, and why “doing everything” does notequal success. I share my own chaos moments, Addie shares hers, and together we break down how to actually enjoy freshman year without losing your mind. Perfect for anyone who’s starting high school—or just trying to breathe a little easier.

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Lately I’ve been feeling like my whole life is one giant loading screen — always waiting for the next test grade, the next Friday, the next weekend, the next big milestone. These first few days of break I literally couldn’t sit still… like Rapunzel-level “When will my life begin?” energy mixed with Alabama’s “I rush and rush till life’s no fun.” In this episode, I talk about what it feels like to be impatient all the time, how we live life constantly in the future, and why waiting feels so uncomfortable. And more importantly, how to actually thrive in the waiting instead of panicking in it. We’re talking about slowing down, trusting timing, letting life unfold, and learning that waiting isn’t wasted time.

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In this episode, I sit down with Elizabeth Swoboda—one of the sweetest and smartest seniors I know—to talk all things senior year. We get into the advice she wishes every freshman could hear, from figuring out who your real people are to not stressing over the little stuff. She also shares how she studies without burning out, what actually works for her, and the habits she wishes she’d started earlier.

We also dive into friendship—how to deal with drama, how to keep the right people close, and how to stay true to yourself even when high school feels chaotic. It’s honest, funny, encouraging, and basically feels like having a big sister in your ear.

If you’re a freshman, a senior, or literally anywhere in between, this episode is packed with the kind of advice you’ll actually use. Tune in and hang out with us!

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Ms. Mel is a social worker at a high school, and she just gets people. She actually listens, dives deep into what her students are feeling, and somehow makes you leave her office feeling lighter every time.

In this episode, we talk about her journey, her biggest accomplishments, and the moments that made her realize how powerful it is to not give up — no matter what you’re going through. We also get into why having at least one person in your life who truly has your best interests at heart can change everything.

It’s real, honest, and full of perspective — exactly what Claire in a Chair is about

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Okay, so everyone’s doing this “67 trend,” and honestly… I had to say something. Like, why do we all just copy each other without even knowing why? In this episode, I’m calling myself out too because, yeah, I definitely hopped on it. We’re talking about groupthink, trends, and how everyone wants to be “different” but ends up doing the same thing.

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So my friend Collin says this thing all the time — “You’re really close.” He uses it when someone says something random or totally not funny… and it kinda just became a thing. Then I started saying it. Then my friend Jordan did. Then our whole group.

And that’s when I realized — it’s like this domino effect. The stuff our friends say, the way they act, even their energy… it all rubs off on us. We’re still our own person, but the people we hang out with totally shape who we become.

In this episode, I’m talking about why that happens (there’s actually science behind it), what it means to be “a living mosaic” of everyone you know, and how choosing your circle can literally change who you grow into.

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I’ve learned that if something’s meant for me, it won’t pass me by. In this episode, I talk about trusting timing, how rejection is really redirection, and why some doors are meant to close — so better ones can open.

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