Growing up means changing, and sometimes that means realizing that the friendships you once thought would last forever no longer fit the person you’re becoming. In this episode, Ari opens up about the complicated reality of outgrowing friends, drifting apart, and wondering whether you did something wrong when a friendship starts to feel different. We talk about the guilt that can come with letting people go, even when nobody did anything wrong, and why growing apart doesn’t mean the friendship wasn’t meaningful. Because sometimes, you can genuinely love and appreciate someone while still accepting that you’re meant to walk different paths.

What if the reason you feel stuck isn’t that you’re not doing enough, but that you’re not being intentional about what you’re doing? In this episode, I’m getting real about breaking out of the cycle of simply reacting to life and learning to make choices that actually align with the life I want. We’re talking about productivity, rest, relationships, social media, boundaries, and the little decisions that quietly shape who we become. So, fearless rule-breakers… are you actually living the life you want, or are you just letting life happen to you?

Guess who's finally back? THIS GIRL ARI!!! In this episode, you get an update on the podcast, what Ari has been up to, and what the future looks like for the podcast!

In the second episode of “Please Don’t Quote Me!”, host Ari, a sassy Latina and proud cat mom to Bebita and Beans, dives into the wild ride of post-grad life. With her criminal justice degree from ASU, Ari shares her journey of landing a not-so-dreamy insurance job, moving back to her mom’s one-bedroom apartment, and eventually scoring her dream role. She unpacks universal post-grad struggles—job hunting, financial stress, finding purpose, and adulting overwhelm—offering practical tips like starting the job search early, budgeting wisely, and exploring affordable hobbies. Ari gets vulnerable about her mistake of comparing herself to others, sharing how gratitude journaling shifted her mindset. With humor, heart, and a nod to her fur babies, this episode is a relatable guide for navigating the messy, exciting post-grad chaos.

Join Ari in the first ever episode of "Please Don't Quote Me!" as she dives into the rollercoaster of adulting, sharing her journey of navigating life's big decisions. From juggling a demanding job to finding time for personal passions, Ari offers a raw and unfiltered look at the challenges of growing up. Tune in for candid stories, laughter, and a touch of chaos as she explores what it means to wing it through adulthood. Follow along and maybe share your own unfiltered stories on Instagram @pleasedontquotemeofficial. Catch you next time!