in this episode, i discuss what it's like to struggle with staying motivated lately and goals that i hope to reach.

in episode sixteen of season four, it's about starting over again after a depressive episode. i talk about what depression is like, and how starting over again can become a spark of hope.

in episode fifteen of season four is another segment to the advice sesh series on For A Pessimist I'm Pretty Optimistic and it's all about cultivating healthy relationships with friends and family. let's dive in!

in episode fourteen of season four, it's all about procrastination and the means of overcoming it through life's struggles.

in this heartfelt episode, I open up about my diagnoses changing and having schizoaffective disorder and OCD, the struggles, the ups, and the downs, and the journey as I know it.

a new series in For A Pessimist I'm Pretty Optimistic brings all of Mia's updates on writing, and this episode kicks it off.

it's all about radical acceptance in this emotionally raw episode. it surely doesn't come easily, though with just enough courage, the possibilities are endless.

when self kindness should always come first when difficult times may arise.

in episode nine of season four, mia takes on a concept of grief and courage; letting go of stigma and embracing yourself anyway on the journey of healing. it's not at all easy... but the possibilities are absolutely endless.

when it comes to the grocery store, it is the sign of the times. the frenzy ultimately becomes one of the most challenging experiences, so here i must say--to go or not to go?