Unapologetic Awakening

Unapologetic Awakening

By Melissa De La CruzEducationSelf-Improvement
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Unapologetic Awakening episodes

  • Life on the Road: A Raw Update on Journeys, Mental Health, and Milestones

    Hi beautiful souls!

    Join me in this unfiltered episode where I'm giving you the real deal straight from my heart. I'm spilling all the beans about what's been happening in my life lately – the epic adventures, the not-so-glamourous moments, and everything in between. I share the highs of discovering breathtaking landscapes and the lows of navigating my own mind. I'm peeling back the layers on how my travels have intertwined with my mental health journey. From navigating time zones to navigating my own thoughts, I'm sharing the challenges, the small victories, and the lessons I've learned along the way <3


    27 min
  • Why Vulnerability is Sexy: Breaking the Misconceptions

    I'm really excited to share this episode with everyone today. I want to talk about something that's really important to me, and that's vulnerability. For a long time, I thought that vulnerability was a weakness. I thought that if I showed my true feelings or struggles to others, they would judge me or reject me. But the more I've learned about vulnerability, the more I've realized that it's actually a strength.

    In this episode, I want to break down the misconceptions around vulnerability and help you see why vulnerability is actually sexy. I'll share my own story about how I learned this lesson the hard way, and how being vulnerable helped me connect with others on a deeper level. We'll talk about how vulnerability can help build communities and create lasting connections.

    But I don't want to just talk about the theory of vulnerability. I want to give you some practical tips on how to be more vulnerable in your own life. We'll talk about how to practice self-compassion, set healthy boundaries, and find supportive communities that can help you embrace your vulnerability.

    So, if you're someone who struggles with vulnerability or has been told that vulnerability is a weakness, this episode is for you. Let's break down the misconceptions and learn why vulnerability is the ultimate strength.

    58 min
  • The Power of Shadow Work in May's Astrology with Witch Bitch Tarot

    In this episode, I have the honor to welcome the insightful and beautiful Witch Bitch Tarot to discuss the upcoming astrology transits in May and how you can use them to your advantage. We dive into a week-by-week breakdown of the transits and share tips on how to navigate the energies in the most productive way possible. Additionally, we discuss the crucial role of shadow work and how it has helped us in our own lives. Witch Bitch Tarot shares her unique perspective on how shadow work and astrology can be used together to create a more fulfilling life. This episode is a must-listen to discover how to harness the energy of May's transits to achieve your goals and transform your life Tune in now to unlock the secrets of May's astrology and discover the power of shadow work with Witch Bitch Tarot.


    Go check out our podcast episode over on Witch Bitch Tarot podcast:

    https://open.spotify.com/episode/4AVIM5tI0hdO1PfPs7dNRD?si=6PEFhrP1Q3uThanzTp759Q

    https://www.etsy.com/listing/1456661506/may-spiritual-expansion-planner?ref=hp_active-mission-recs-rv-1-1

    https://www.witchbitchtarot.com/


    1 hr 32 min
  • Escaping the Rat Race: Creating Your Own Definition of Happiness

    Are you tired of feeling like you're not living up to society's definition of the dream life? In this episode, we're breaking down why your version of the dream life matters and how to start chasing after it. I share my own personal experience and discuss how society's expectations can sometimes cloud our vision of what truly makes us happy and fulfilled. Get ready to laugh, reflect, and maybe even get inspired to chase after your own version of the dream life.

    59 min
  • Mastering Your Mindset: The Power of Your Thoughts to Shape Your Reality

    Did you know that your thoughts have the power to shape your reality? In this episode, I discuss different strategies to help you cultivate a positive mindset and live as if you already have what you desire. By the end of this episode, you will understand how important your dominant thoughts are and learn to not react to the current 3D reality and be able to tap into your true potential and manifest the life you truly desire.

    37 min
  • Finding Your Own Path: Embracing Individuality & Defying Conformity

    Are you feeling lost and uncertain about the direction of your life? In this episode, I dive deep into the concept of finding your own path and discovering yourself. I talk about my personal experience on my own journey of finding my own path and offer you some practical tips on how you can too. I emphasize how societal expectations and pressure can often cloud our judgment and prevent us from pursuing what truly makes us happy. Through self-reflection and taking intentional actions, we can break free from these constraints and pave our own unique paths towards fulfillment and success. Whether you're at a crossroads in your life or just looking for some inspiration, this episode is a must-listen.

    TIME STAMPS:

    Societal pressure - 1:58

    The dangers of comparison - 10:15

    The benefits & drawbacks of having a 'role-model' - 18:50

    Finding inspiration - 30:14

    Embracing the unknown & trusting yourself - 36:23

    49 min
  • Manifesting My Way Out: A Story of How I Moved Out of My Hometown

    This episode is a little story time of how I was able to manifest moving out of my hometown without even realizing that I had been speaking it into existence for years prior to me knowing what manifestation even was. I go into depth about the timeline starting from when I remember initially deciding the location that I wanted to move to, to all the way to the end of when I ended up moving out of my hometown. I also touch on how my life is currently living at my new location and how it has changed drastically. I hope this episode leaves you inspired or at least give you some insight on the timeline of how manifestations can truly happen overnight.

    48 min
  • Embracing Your Shadow: A Step-by-Step Guide to Uncovering Your Hidden Self

    Shadow working is the practice of working with your unconscious mind to uncover the parts of yourself that you may repress and hide from yourself.

    This episode is all there is to know about shadow work! I will go into depth about what it is, how it can help you on your healing journey and in what ways
    it can benefit you. I will also touch on my personal experience with it. Finally, I include a step-by-step tutorial on how to begin shadow working today. If you are ready to dig deeper into your shadow self and ready to have a better understanding of who you truly are – in ALL aspects, then this is the episode
    for you!

    TIME STAMPS:

    What is shadow work? – 2:05

    My personal experience with shadow work – 6:00

    Benefits of shadow work – 9:30

    How to do shadow work step-by-step- 16:50

    What to do after shadow work? – 31:40



    53 min
  • How To Manifest Your Dream Life 101

    Have you been wanting to manifest your dream life but not sure where to begin? Maybe you have even tried manifestation methods but NOTHING seems to work? I've got you <3 In this episode, I will get down to the step by step on how to manifest your dream life. I will help you understand how you need to rewire your subconscious to allow you to truly let in your manifestations and truly believe that you are worth living this life that you desire. I will also tell you about daily practices that I do to make sure that my mindset is always in a constant flow of being optimistic when it comes to my manifestations. Finally, I will let you in on my personal favorite methods to manifest and trust me... THEY WORK! After this episode, you will have a clearer idea on where to begin and how to manifest everything you desire!

    Time Stamps:

    Shadow Work - 1:31

    Limiting Beliefs + Daily Practices - 23:00

    Meditation - 35:05

    Personal Favorite Manifestation Methods - 46:03



    1 hr 23 min
  • How To Start Romanticizing Your Life

    In this episode, we will talk about what it means to romanticize your life and how to truly put it into practice and stay true to it. We also touch on how living with this mindset has its pros and cons but will ultimately transform you into becoming the best authentic, unapologetic version of yourself.

    32 min

About Unapologetic Awakening

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Welcome to "Unapologetic Awakening," your go-to destination EVERY Wednesday for a candid exploration of my personal experience of navigating life. I share my personal journey of self-discovery and tips that have helped me along the way. I share tips and advice on inner healing, shadow work, soul growth and other topics EVERY Wednesday . Join me for a relatable and fun conversation about stepping into our unapologetic authentic selves. Don't miss an episode - follow and turn on the post notifications now!