Connect Back In

‘We are always getting ready to live but never living.’ –Ralph Waldo Emerson

Ask yourself, are you rushing your way through life? If yes, have you ever wondered why you're rushing? What are you risking by pushing through the to do list that life demands day in and day out?

In this episode, I discuss why we rush, where it comes from, what we risk when rushing, and how to move towards a slower way of living. Reminding you that we're not here to just 'get it done', and that life can be so much fuller when we slow down.

Two very important things that can directly impact the decisions that we ultimately make for ourselves in our own lives are our relationships and how we allow what others think (their opinions/beliefs) into our sphere. To me, these two things share great insight into how we feel about ourselves. In this episode, I'll share with you some ways in which you can not only improve your relationships by improving yourself, but also the importance of not letting others opinions drown out your inner voice. You know what is best for you, period. Enjoy!

"I'm not where I should be"

 

Haven't we all felt this at one time or another? It is an unfortunate emotion that can creep into our lives from time to time. Often accompanied by comparison, where we're seeing others live out a life that we assume 'should' be the path that we're on. Listen in as I reaffirm to you that you are always exactly where you should be, you're on track, you haven't missed the boat, and as I share some ways to help you believe in those statements yourself whenever you feel as though you aren't where you 'should be'.

If you've been listening for awhile,  you may have noticed a soft re-brand from "The La Jolla Local" to the new! "Connect Back In" podcast. After some internal discovery over the past few months, I recognized that this podcast needed a change in order to be more aligned with what I am wanting to share. Listen in for why I decided to re-brand, and for a bit more on what you can anticipate in the coming episodes. As always, thank you for listening!

In this episode, I’m sharing a personal story about manifestation, trust, and what unfolded after holding onto a vision for over two years.

I recently manifested a new home - something that at times felt far away, uncertain, and impossible to fully predict how it would happen. And yet, through all the ups and downs, I kept coming back to the feeling that what was meant for me was already making its way to me.

Inside this episode, I share:

• The story behind manifesting one of my biggest desires yet
• The mindset shifts that helped me stay grounded throughout the process
• Why manifestation is not about controlling every outcome
• How to hold desires without postponing your happiness until they arrive
• My favorite manifestation practices and perspective shifts
• The importance of trust, openness, and continuing to enjoy your life along the way

This episode is a reminder that manifestation is not about perfection, forcing, or “doing everything right.” More often, it’s about becoming available to receive, staying connected to yourself, and trusting that life may be working behind the scenes in ways you cannot yet fully see.

If you’ve been holding onto a desire and wondering whether it’s possible for you too, I hope this episode leaves you feeling more open to possibility and a little more supported in the journey.

In this episode, I’m sharing a more honest and vulnerable conversation around emotions, overwhelm, and giving yourself permission to simply be where you are.

There are seasons in life where motivation feels low, creativity feels harder to access, and everything inside of us wants to slow down. Instead of pushing past those feelings or trying to “fix” them immediately, what if part of healing is allowing ourselves to fully acknowledge what’s actually true for us?

Inside this episode, I share:

• Why I stepped away from recording for a period of time
• The pressure many of us feel to constantly stay productive or positive
• Why suppressing emotions often creates more suffering
• The importance of honoring your humanity during difficult seasons
• How to support yourself with more compassion and less judgment
• A reminder that you do not need to have everything figured out right now

This episode is not about staying stuck in difficult emotions. It’s about recognizing that healing and peace often begin with allowing ourselves to honestly feel what’s already there instead of fighting against it.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, uncertain, or disconnected lately, I hope this conversation helps you feel a little more supported and a little less alone.

In this episode, I’m talking about perspective, uncertainty, and the power we still hold even during difficult or unexpected seasons of life.

There are moments where life changes in ways we never could have planned for. In those moments, it’s easy to become consumed by fear, frustration, or the need to control what happens next, but over time, I’ve learned that while we cannot always control our circumstances, we do have influence over the way we relate to them.

Inside this episode, I share:

• Practices that help shift your perspective during uncertain times
• The importance of accepting what is instead of fighting reality
• How fear and focus can shape the way we experience life
• Why what you consistently focus on often expands in your awareness
• The mindset shifts that have supported me through challenging seasons
• A reminder that growth and meaning can still emerge from difficult experiences

This episode is not about pretending hard things are easy or forcing positivity when you’re struggling. It’s about gently opening yourself to the possibility that even in uncertainty, there may still be opportunities for growth, connection, clarity, and transformation.

You have more power than you think - not necessarily in controlling every outcome, but in how you choose to meet the moment in front of you.

In this episode, I’m guiding you through a calming meditation practice designed to help you slow down, reconnect with yourself, and feel more grounded during uncertain or overwhelming moments.

When life feels noisy, stressful, or emotionally heavy, it can be easy to get pulled into fear, overthinking, and tension. This meditation is an opportunity to pause, breathe, and return back to the present moment - reminding yourself that you are supported, safe, and not alone.

Inside this guided meditation, you’ll experience:

• A gentle space to slow down and reconnect within
• Support for calming an overwhelmed or racing mind
• A practice to help you feel more grounded, safe, and supported
• An opportunity to release tension and reconnect with the present moment
• A simple way to cultivate more peace and steadiness in your day-to-day life

Meditation doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful. Even a few intentional moments of slowing down and reconnecting with yourself can create meaningful shifts over time.

Whether you listen first thing in the morning, during a stressful moment, or before bed, my hope is that this meditation leaves you feeling softer, calmer, and more connected to yourself.

In this episode, I’m talking about worry, fear, and the importance of becoming aware of where we are placing our attention - especially during challenging or uncertain times.

When life feels unpredictable, it can be easy to spiral into worst-case scenarios, overthinking, and fear about the future, but over time, I’ve learned that while difficult thoughts may arise automatically, we still have the ability to pause, become aware, and choose where we place our energy next.

Inside this episode, I share:

• Why worrying often becomes a learned mental habit
• How to recognize when fear is taking over your focus
• The importance of intentionally choosing your perspective
• Why what we consistently focus on shapes our experience of life
• How to look for possibility and growth even during difficult seasons
• Gentle reminders that help bring me back to the present moment

This episode is not about denying reality or pretending everything is perfect. It’s about recognizing that fear and worry are not the only options available to us.

Even in uncertain moments, there is still space for hope, gratitude, peace, connection, and trust.

My hope is that this conversation leaves you feeling a little more grounded, supported, and empowered to choose thoughts that serve you instead of thoughts that continuously pull you deeper into fear.

In this episode, I’m sharing the heart and intention behind Connect Back In - and why creating spaces for people to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with themselves feels more important now than ever.

So many of us have become conditioned to live under constant pressure, urgency, productivity, and overstimulation. Over time, we disconnect from ourselves without even realizing it. We keep pushing, performing, and doing, while quietly longing for more peace, presence, and connection within our lives.

Inside this episode, I share:

• How the idea for Connect Back In first came to life
• The deeper intention behind creating this experience
• Who this space was designed to support
• What attendees could expect from the event experience
• Why slowing down can feel uncomfortable, yet deeply healing
• The importance of reconnecting with yourself before burnout forces you to

This conversation is ultimately an invitation to remember that you do not need to constantly prove your worth through productivity, achievement, or busyness.

You are allowed to pause, to breathe, and to enjoy your life now - not just once everything gets done.

Although the original event was ultimately canceled during COVID-19, the message behind it remains just as relevant today.