the for us podcast

this week, i chat about the importance of leaving room for a little bit more magic in life-- the unexpected moments that end up becoming core memories. while structure is a blessing, there are ways that we can also balance discipline with spontaneity.

love,

nandini

every "first" is an opportunity to learn more about yourself. and as we grow to learn more about ourselves, it becomes easier to align w/ what feels right and wrong and choose the things in life that feel more authentic.

love,

nandini

something else that college has forced me to take a hard look at is the gap between the person i am and the person i want to be. identifying what that difference is, doing the work to get closer to that version of myself, and realizing that externals don't define me has started bring me a real sense of confidence in myself.

love,

nandini

in a culture of pressure, it's more important than ever to remember that mistakes are normal, rough patches are normal, and more than that, that we can get through those mistakes and rough patches with forgiveness and grace. this week, i talk about balancing grace with discipline, and how being kind to ourselves is its own kind of power.

yeah the stereotype that getting sick in college is truly horrible is true...but there are some things that i did to get myself through it that revolved around prioritizing my physical health, communicating, and giving myself grace throughout the process. stay healthy!!

love,

nandini

finally did an epi on my new series obsession! this series feels like the fantasy books i used to read as a kid, but with more depth and lessons to take from it. give it a read!!

love,

nandini

a few weeks ago i came across a bit of research that i wanted to share! the w curve is a model that helps explain the transition to college that many of us go through in our first year. it's a great tool in helping us to remember that struggle is normal, and that despite challenges, we're on our way up!

love,

nandini

revisiting an old topic w/ a new perspective is one of my favorite things about having a podcast!! this week i get into why it's so important to be comfortable with yourself, the joy of solo dates, and how being alone doesn't have to mean being lonely.

love,

nandini

now that i'm living in a dorm, it's become more important than ever to make sure that my space is a safe space for me, and being intentional about that has made my moving transition so much smoother. today, i talk about how i went about ensuring that my personal space is intentional, personal, and safe for me as i navigate change.

love,

nandini

the (i promise this time) last book reflection of the summer! i had to end on a mitch albom book!! this week, i talk about one of the most emotionally intense books i've ever read, but also one of the most beautifully written. 10/10 recommend!

love,

nandini