the self-love archives

in this moving episode, mattia castellano opens up about the lasting impact of her sister talia, whose legacy in the beauty world lives on years after her passing. from navigating grief to stepping into motherhood, mattia shares how self-love has been her anchor through it all and how makeup, once talia’s dream, remains a powerful connection between them. this is a story of resilience, healing, and honoring where you come from whil...

not only is part two here of the small things that changed my life, we're on episode 50?! wow. thank you so much for being here.

we're continuing the conversation about the small things that have changed my life- habits, tools, + tiny shifts that have made a big difference in my self-love journey. sometimes the smallest changes create the most impact.
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from just your local jersey girl to one of the state’s most influential voices- this week’s guest, meg longo shares what it’s really like to go viral and stay grounded. 

we talk about how self-love plays a role in building confidence, navigating criticism, and not letting the pressure change who you are. whether you’re growing a platform or just trying to show up for yourself, this one’s for you.

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self-love meets wedding duties 💌 here’s how to show up for your friends and yourself.
whether you’re the maid of honor, a bridesmaid, or just deep in your wedding era- there’s a lot no one tells you. in this episode, i sit down with my best friend (and the bride!), @angdepalma to talk about the unspoken rules, the emotional labor, and how to show up for someone you love without losing yourself in the process.

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what if fitness was never meant to be a grind? 

in this episode, we explore how today’s gym culture often ignores what women actually need to feel strong, safe, and whole in their bodies. joined by margaret barschow, the founder of margos low-impact women’s health club, we talk about redefining movement as healing — not hustle — and why it’s time to build spaces that honor the full experience of being in a woman’s body.

choosing yourself isn’t always easy—but it is always worth it.

in this episode, we’re talking about four powerful lessons that help you build self-trust, say yes even when you’re scared, and show up before you feel fully ready. if you’ve been waiting for a sign to go all in on you, this might be it. this is your reminder that courage isn’t about being fearless—it’s about choosing you anyway.

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i cannot wait for you to be part of this conversation with willow & jade salon owner + hairstylist, nikki grebel. nikki’s story is beyond inspiring—she’s gone against the odds to open her own hair salon while learning to love herself along the way. her journey is a beautiful reminder that success and self-love can grow side by side.

in this episode, we dive into how the energy you believe in (whether truth or placebo) can shift ...

ever felt lost trying to figure out who you are?

in this episode, creator, amanda makabali is sharing her journey through life’s transitions—from growing up and seeking validation to learning what self-love really means. if you’re navigating change or just trying to feel more at home with yourself, this one’s for you.

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this conversation goes beyond the headlines—diving into how media, power, and storytelling shape our understanding of abuse and who gets to be believed. let’s talk about the impact, the contradictions, and what this means for women everywhere.

after listening back to the podcast, i realized that we made a mistake with the jb vs bl case- blake lively is claiming that justin baldoni sexually *harassed* her, not sexually assaulted her....

is 30 the age in your head where you think you need to have it all figured out? the age where you need to have this + be happy with that?

30 is just a number (so is 22, 46, 50, 67, etc)- and i know you've heard this before, but let me really prove it to you in this episode. + a bunch more realizations you need to hear to easily love yourself more exactly where you're at.

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you know those instagram pages that just make you feel seen? *immediately reposts to story*

well in this episode we get to chat behind the scenes with the creator of one, @bloomingwithemmy

trauma informed coach, emmy marie, chats with us today about what led her to creating her safe space on social media. she not only posts relatable content, but gets vulnerable with all of us about her journey of healing and self...

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+ i missed you so much. if you're still here, i'm grateful for you. if you're new, i'm so happy you found us.

the past few months have been a whirlwind of excitement from our immersive self-love event, bloom, with tons of time to catch up and get everything confidently together for 2025. i don't know about you, but i spend the beginning of the year closing things out,...

i love everything about this conversation with jade. in this episode, we get into all of the different phases of jade's life and how she came to be a midsize creator + aerie real maker, loving her body and all parts of herself.

i hope you love this episode as much as we did recording it.

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in today's episode, we connect with the lovely hayley paige about her journey of having her dream career taken away and how she built it all back up with grace + grit.

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grief is journey, and those of us that have been through it know that it is a unique one, a difficult one, and a journey unlike others. but what we also know is that the other side of grief the grass isn’t greener, it’s just different.

in today’s episode, we’ll connect with marisa anzevino, founder of guardian angel events and also the event coordinator for the upcoming self-love archives event, bloom: an immersive self-love experie...

why do we always look at ourselves for what we lack, and others for what they have? and are you crazy enough to believe in yourself?

in today’s episode, i’ve been genuinely giving myself this pep talk and felt like you might need to hear it too. 

i’m so excited to invite you to bloom: an immersive self-love experience at the jersey shore, thursday, september 5th, 2024. there will be fun pop ups, photo opps, a curated shop, food ...

life gets in the way sometimes, and what’s the first to go? the time we have for fun things and rest. 

but what if I told you that these deserve just as much time as work and all the other things you do in your day-to-day?

in today’s episode, i’m giving it to you straight (as my capricorn in my 5th house would say) and reminding you just how important and deserving both your hobbies and your rest truly are.

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if there's one thing thats inevitable, it's change. but then why is it so hard to live through all of the changes life brings us?

in today's episode, we'll chat with spiritual medium, kathleen ives, about the complexities of life, leaving our old selves behind, and truly embracing who we are no matter what we believe in.

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in this week's episode we dive into an amazing conversation with hayley segar, the founder of swimwear brand, onewith.

we talk about balancing self-love and self-care while being a business owner, making the right decisions for your mental health while trying to grow and become a successful business, as well as the important ethos behind onewith swim and body neutrality.

can't wait for you to hear this...