Have you ever had the opportunity to speak with the president??

Maybe not the president of the United States... but A PRESIDENT of some sort. 

Because for today's episode, Elena has on her fellow friend, teammate, and rugby president, Kayla, on the show!! Throughout the episode, they cover a wide range of topics–such as being a part of more than one culture, graduating from college, and sustaining a long term relationship. What is the one thing that makes a 2+ year relationship work? Well, Kayla discloses what works for her and how it plays a huge role.

Please enjoy this week's episode! 

It's finally December which means it is time to whip out the wrapping paper and hit play on some Mariah Carey. 

For this week's episode, Elena gives you a creative way to spice up your basic Christmas gifts! You'll hear how to upgrade your gift skills through the story of her rugby team's secret Santa exchange.  Additionally, Elena also discloses one way she found joy and happiness in her every day life. 

Enjoy!!! 

Have you ever been stung by a jellyfish? 
Would you consider yourself good at controlling your emotions? 
Do you think there's different dynamics for introverts vs. extroverts? 

If you answered "yes" to any of these questions... then you have something in common with this week's guest, Ariadna Wong! 

For this week's episode, Elena chats with one of her best college friends. Ariadna tells you a story that will most definitely sting–the time she was covered in jellyfish. 
Then, the two discuss regulating emotions and remaining calm. Lastly, they lightly touch on being an introvert vs. an extrovert, and what that entails in a college environment. 

Please enjoy this week's episode!!

Every once in a while, most people seem love a little BuzzFeed quiz. Don't you? 

Because for this week's episode, Elena does another reading of a psychology personality quiz! (Listen to episode 13 for the first quiz!) She'll ask you questions that pertain to a field, cube, horse, and more to reveal things about your personality. 

Please enjoy this week's episode! 

It's not any fun. It really hurts. It just sucks. 

Breakups are the worst!! 

For this week's episode, Elena talks about her own personal breakup guide.  When it comes to her experience with breakups, she has five different steps on her roadmap to getting through one. Some highlights include getting through the initial pain, starting the path to healing, and giving yourself closure. 

Everyone copes with breakups in a different manner, but hopefully you find this episode interesting/helpful?! Enjoy! 

Let me start by asking you a simple question: does conflict scare you? Is it something that you shy away from? Do you sweep it under the rug and hope it never comes back? Or do you see conflict as an opportunity? 

For this week's episode, Elena talks about conflict, and her personal methods to resolving it. She talks about the importance of knowing your own emotions, and listening to the other person's. 

Please enjoy this week's episode <3

Have you ever dated someone and it felt like the whole world disapproved of your relationship? You are head over heels for this person... yet no one seems to understand you. 

Perhaps you have experienced this... or maybe not? Regardless, join Elena for this week's episode as she sits down with her roommate, bestie, and teammate, Campbell!! 

Not only do the two cover this daunting topic, they also discuss the differences in how one might grow in a short term vs. long term relationship, and how the end of romantic relationships may feel. 

Enjoy this week's episode <3

Which of the following sounds the most appealing to you? 

1. Your best friend/romantic partner takes you out on a thoughtful dinner and you have each other's full attention.
2. Your best friend/romantic partner decides to cook dinner for you after a long day of work.
3. Your best friend/romantic partner picks some flowers they think you'd like on their way home from work. 

Depending on which of these three options you picked, it reflects some type of preference for a love language. What are love languages? Hit play on week's episode to find out! Elena discusses the basics of the 5 love languages and shares her thoughts on it as well. 

Please enjoy!! 

You know what's kinda crazy? Growing up. 

For this week's episode, Elena reflects on her teenage years. She gives five lessons/morals that she has picked up over the years. All of them have to do with topics such as friendship, knowing yourself, and faking it until you make it. 

Enjoy this week's episode! 

I'm sure you've had your fair share of good and bad teachers... And I bet we can all agree that having a good teacher either makes or breaks the class subject. 

For this week's episode, Elena reflects on three of the most influential teachers/professors she has had. These are the ones that taught her things that go beyond the classroom.

Enjoy this week's episode!!