After 30 with Cara Eriguel

In our 30s, we experience a buttload of changes, mentally, emotionally, and physically - the more obvious one. Let’s be honest here, since it’s the first thing we see, we feel very strongly about the appearance of our skin. As we age, our skin starts to reflect all the complications of our adult life. We start to see signs of environmental and genetic aging: fine lines, uneven pigment, adult acne...

What is financial literacy and how does it transform and empower us? How can we contribute to economic empowerment so that we, most especially Women, can achieve greater control over our own lives?  On today’s episode, we’re talking to TV and news personality, registered financial planner, journalist, founder and president of Empower and Transform, Managing Producer and Head Writer Salve...

2 years into the pandemic, we’re all starting to get a little comfortable, life’s slowly getting back to normal. We’re hugging people again, we’re sharing drinks, laughing in each other’s faces— 2 years in, it aint even cool anymore, people are forgetting about it, and I get bitch slapped by Covid! o, 2022, what do you need to know about getting covid? How do you get better faster, how do you deal...

Our relationship with money is deeply rooted in beliefs, you probably heard “money doesn’t grow on trees” and “we don’t have enough money”, “we can’t afford that”, “don’t spend too much because you might loose it all one day”— imagine growing up believing all those things and limiting yourself out of intergenerational fears. What if you took control and started changing those beliefs, and even use...

Today’s episode is gonna be really exciting and a little different from our usual conversations - it has been quite a while since we talked about SEX on the show, (the first and last one was with Eleanor Leung of Pleasure place, which was amazing by the way, you should give it a listen if you haven’t yet) — and today our guests will take us on a , like my past dating life, a colorful journey so to...

Being in your element is both aptitude and passion, it’s important to find your element because it allows you to know who you truly are, and what you are capable of. Long lasting happiness a deeper sense of fulfillment that comes from having a purpose in life. How you respond to the world affects deeply how the world responds to you. So…  Who are you, really? What do you love? And what is you...

Do you want to have the power to make your life exactly the way you want it to be? We all do, right?  We are all in this journey to being our best selves, and working on the traumas and pains that we carry and for a lot of us, it takes years and years of hard work and therapy.  But what did you know that you are in charge of our own peace and energy? That you can live your life...

For this episode, we’re talking to my best friend who is doing it all, moving her life to a different country with 2 kids and pursuing a full time career and fulfilling her passions. How does she do it, how did she even start doing it and how is it going so far and more — Lara Sayo Leung!  Are you interested in taking the course? Just type in discount code: " after30withcaraeriguel " upon che...

What are the effects of narcissistic parenting on children? What is conscious parenting, and why is the awareness and study of it soooo important and essentiall to the mental, emotional, psychological and even physical well being of a child?    On this episode, we’re talking to the first Filipino conscious parenting coach certified by doctor shefali tsabary, founder and CEO of Camp...

Humor is one of nature’s ready made ways to invigorate, protect and connect us with others and ourselves. Music and comedy , universal language yan sila.   This episode’s guest has masterfully figured out a way to seamlessly merge the two universal languages,and still continues to share his magic with us, and I am excited to finally be sharing the screen with him— the one, the only… Ogie...

Does it get better at 30? YES, It does, but it’s not something that happens to you, it’s something you choose to do, feel, and pursue. Will you figure everything out at 30? Most likely not, not everything, not even at 40— but that’s not necessarily a bad thing.  *** DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official...

Do you want to learn how to read minds?  Studies have proven that 93% of  Communication is nonverbal in nature. This explains so much why miscommunication is often the root of most arguments  Body language says soooo much more than the words that come out of our mouths.   This knowledge and awareness, for me is an essential human skill so that you can accommodate your language,...

Do you cringe every time you open your closet? Or when you sit in your workspace, do you get overwhelmed and distracted by all the clutter and mess before you can even do anything productive?  Disorganized closets and clutter have more negative effects on your life that you might imagine. On this episode we are talking to a certified KonMari consultant, Christine Dychiao on how to organize yo...

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you dealing with every single stressor in your life with equal emotional and mental energy? If you are, then you’re probably feeling pretty overwhelmed and burnt out. Ever wonder how ER doctors handle the stress of dealing with EMERGENCY patients coming in the door every minute??  We’re talking to a Doctor about the concept of “triage” and how we can apply it...

How does it really feel like to be cheated on by someone you loved and trusted? I am quite excited to talk someone who was really IN IT too for the first time today. Let’s talk about cheating, how it really feels to be the “Cheatee” and how do you get over it? with former radio Dj, TV and events host, and ESPN Sports Center Anchor and an old friend- Aaron Atayde! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

My teens feel like a distant memory and I can only look back at my dating life with the conscious effort to be kinder to past self hahaha! Every time I have a dating conversation about someone much younger than me, I always feel the urge to WARN THEM; tell them not to make the same mistakes I did (like a true tita) — but I am also reminded about how I NEVER LISTENED TO THOSE THINGS when I was youn...

Kamusta naman ang mga puso niyong lahat? It has been roughly about a week after elections, and I think enough time has passed na pwede na natin pag-usapan nang medyo malumanay at mas objective ang mga bagay bagay. I know this topic is still very sensitive, but don’t worry because I got just the perfect person to have a conversation with on this episode How do you deal with relationships with ...

How do we find time to do the important things? To take care of ourselves so we can function better in the world - In life, at work, at home? That’s the thing, it’s not about finding time but MAKING TIME. Make time for yourself. Listen to this quick episode inspired by the book “Think Like a Monk” by Jay Shetty. I love love love hearing from you! Tag @after30withcaraeriguel @caraeriguel! Hosted on...

As days and years go by, we tend to stop noticing the little things that truly matter. The things you were so grateful for during the height of the pandemic start to become commonplace—and you stop noticing them.    As we start getting distracted by all the things in the world outside of our relationships, we need to start taking care of our minds. We need to think about what we think ab...

Projection or Fruedian projection is a psychological defense mechanism. Defense mechanisms are used to cope with feelings and emotions that we have trouble expressing or coming to terms with. Projection is the process of displacing ones feelings onto someone or something else. Unconscious discomfort can lead people to attribute unacceptable feelings or impulses to someone else to avoid c...

One of life’s most valuable possessions, as you cannot get it back, is TIME. Subsequently, one of the most essential life skills is time management. How do you balance your career, your home, your relationships, your family, and yourself effectively so you don’t get overwhelmed, burnt out, and still be able to get your priorities (and even the smallest tasks) done? Let’s take it from someone who’s...

What makes journaling, free writing/ writing down your thoughts and feelings (with zero editing and judgement) so powerful? Daily journaling allows you to explore your emotions; it helps us understand our desires, priorities, our fears and worries. Understanding and handling our feelings this way gives us some sense of self-control, as long as we are honest with ourselves. How does this exercise e...

What am I doing with my life right now? Why can’t I find motivation? I feel stuck. You’re not alone, a lot of us feel this way In different seasons of our lives. If you are in this now, then this episode is definitely for you. Want to get some answers on what to do next with your life right now? Here are some essential questions you need to ask your future self. I love love love hearing...

Do you sometimes find yourself just staring at your pupper overwhelmed with love and think “I wonder if my dog knows how much I love him? Dogs are pack animals, and they rely on their pack’s queues for signs of approval and love. They do this primarily through body language and physical touch, and group activities like hunting and exercising. Let me share some of the things  I’ve learned so f...

Your job doesn’t define you; your job does not define your self worth. You are defined by your values, your truth, and your intentions. What are you doing this all for? Even more important than the title and the pay is finding your “dharma” or your “calling.” What is you purpose? At the end of the day, the approval you only really need is your own.  Here are reasons why you should stop defini...