"There comes a point where you have to make a decision – stay in my career...or try this new thing?" Entrepreneurship can be a risky and terrifying thing. We sit down with Louisa, the founder of Mestiza Filipina, to hear the incredible story of how she left behind a successful career as a scientist to pursue her passion for bringing a modern and approachable twist to Filipino fashion.

Trusted by Balenciaga, Toyota and Marriot – Kyle Lam took us on a sound healing journey. If you struggle to meditate without feeling like you’re forcing yourself to sit still and “empty your mind”, get ready to immerse yourself in a whole new way to zen our. We’re talking SOUND BATHS with the incredible sound healer Kyle Lam who breaks down what sound healing is (spoiler: you’ve probably already experienced it through your favorite music), how it connects to your heart, and why it helps you navigate life’s chaos. 

We also dig into how sound waves affect your brain (yes, science is involved), why people keep coming back for that deeper, vibey experience, and why it’s WAY more than just playing music on Spotify.   

Kyle gets real about how sound baths create a safe space to let out your emotions and why showing up consistently can take your mindfulness practice to a whole new level.   

Find Kyle on Instagram @kylelamsoundhealing

Follow us on Instagram @imuncomfortable.podcast 

DM us with any episode ideas or comments! 

Whether it's organizing a group project at 32 or speaking up to boomer women at work - we dig into the uncomfortable habit of over-functioning and feeling like you're always taking the lead. We explore why women, especially, are conditioned to minimize themselves and constantly question their actions. 

Join us as we hear personal stories, discuss sibling dynamics, and unpack the idea of being the "fixer." We ask the big question: Is it really about being 'too much,' or is it about being helpful and necessary? We even bring in a male perspective to see if this experience is universal! Tune in to find out if you’re truly 'too much,' or just right. 

Don't forget to answer our poll: Do you relate to feeling like you're constantly over-functioning for others? Let us know! 

Find us on Instagram @imuncomfortable.podcast 

DM us with any episode ideas or comments! 

A few drinks post breakup, a discussion about self-worth, and the revelation of "alpha male" texting techniques led Vanessa and Melissa down the rabbit hole of alpha male influencers. Marketed as self-improvement (which we love) these influencers often lose the plot and warp into misogyny and toxic ideologies.  

When did men start believing that society is stacked against them? We trace the roots of the red pill movement and the alarming echo chambers many men find themselves in when they try to seek out support and growth. 

Find us on Instagram @imuncomfortable.podcast 

DM us with any episode ideas or comments! 

Ever felt like when it's good it's really good, and when it's bad it's awful? Maybe one moment your partner is lovey-dovey, and the next, they’re cold and distant. Maybe you feel like you're the only one holding the relationship together. These are just some of the warning signs that you may be in a toxic relationship. 

We share our experiences of having been in them ourselves and the emotional exhaustion that comes with constantly putting the other person first trying to make things work. 

With the help of a short video from TikTok user @awakeningwithbrian we discuss the types of people who find themselves in this dynamic and why people find themselves in these painful relationships in the first place – and how to get out of them.  

Are you ready to recognize when it's time to let go?

Find us on Instagram @imuncomfortable.podcast 

DM us with any episode ideas or comments!  

Laying in bed with her boyfriend, content and happy, Vanessa suddenly thought: "Enjoy it while it lasts!" then: "WTF?" Ever find yourself waiting for something bad to happen, or thinking about what could go wrong, just when you're at your happiest? That's foreboding joy—a defense mechanism where we brace ourselves for bad news or disappointment when things are going well (a term popularized by Dr. Brené Brown). 

"Remember when you were happy once, and then it turned bad? It can happen again." It's this fear that can sometimes make joy feel so terrifying, even though our brain is just trying to protect us. 

We discuss how foreboding joy shows up in our relationships and share ways we've learned to combat this fear of losing control.

Reference Article: https://psychcentral.com/health/when-joy-feels-scary-resilience-building-practices 

Find us on Instagram @imuncomfortable.podcast 

DM us with any episode ideas or comments! 

Is it imposter syndrome, or are you actually not qualified? In this episode we try finding a new job - reading job descriptions, writing 500 different resumes, getting to stage 4 in the interview process only to get that dreaded "Thank you for your time...". We share practical tips on finding your confidence, making the application process more efficient, and questions you can ask during the interview to help you stand out!

It might SOUND gross, but having a "rot" day may just be exactly what you need! "Rot day" seems to have originated as a concept on TikTok, where users share content related to self-care, relaxation, and indulgence. It's essentially a designated day to take a break from the usual responsibilities and activities to focus on prioritizing your well-being and recharge your batteries. We go over a few basic components to help you create the PERFECT rot day and share our own indulgences from a Popeye's meal to yummy smoothies.

If you've ever had a friend disappear after getting into a relationship (or if you've been that friend...) you know balancing your friendships and your relationship can be challenging! Who do you prioritize when date night lands on the same night your friends want to hang? How do you manage your expectations of your friend's time if they're in a new relationship, or if they get married? In this episode we respond to TikTok user Kaj Mahal's list of "How to have friends while being in a relationship".  

We discuss the idea that one person cannot fulfill all your needs, the importance of retaining your own personality when in a relationship, and important boundaries that need to be set – like maybe not sharing every single thing about your significant other to your whole friend group. Of course, we also dish on our own personal experiences being both the friend in the relationship and the single friend. 

Follow us on Instagram at @imuncomfortable.podcast and DM us if you have a topic you'd like us to discuss! 

Sometimes doing something new or scary can feel impossible - what will people think? What if I fail? We get stuck on the "right" way to do something or the "right" choice to make that we actually end up feeling stuck (and doing nothing at all). We get into the clingy "what-ifs", how to face the actual worst case scenario, and ways to take small actions (that may lead to surprising outcomes!)