Genuine Girl

Hey there, and welcome to Let Me Figure Out My Life Real Quick! Yep, that's right, this is the start of my NEW podcast, and the content you're about to get is different than anything I've ever created... To the listeners of my previous podcast, A Genuine Girl, rest assured that I'm still the same Meredith I've always been! But I'm tired of showing only the serious, wannabe-inspirational side of me...

Hi everyone, and thanks so much for tuning into today's episode! I don't know about you, but I'm getting to the point in the semester where things are turning even crazier than usual... From tests to group projects to extracurricular obligations, it's tough to find time to take care of everything in my life - including myself! One of the first areas that I've abandoned when times get tough has alw...

Hey friends! In this week's episode, I sit down to give a little life update and talk about how I'm trying to navigate all the changes happening in my world and the world in general. It's easy to get stuck in our ways and listen to our "old self" trying to keep us where we're comfortable, even if that means foregoing the opportunity to accept and embrace who we are in the midst of change. Today, I...

Let’s face it: this semester is far from normal. Whether you’re on campus or at home, taking online or in-person classes, I can’t help but think that we’re all struggling a little bit with our college experiences right now as we attempt to adjust to this new normal. For some, it’s hard to stay motivated in classes. For others, getting involved on campus and finding a social life is challenging thi...

There's no doubt that self-care is important, but do you ever consider if it's HEALTHY for you? In this episode, I explain my new mindset toward self-care, why I believe that not all self-care is always healthy in a given moment, and how I've learned to balance productive and unproductive self-care in my daily life. If you're looking to improve any part of your life, you might be surprised to find...

I don't mean to call you out with the title of this week's episode, but I DO mean to make you think... What kind of person are you portraying to the world these days? Are you pretending like you have it all together because everyone around you seems to be perfect despite the current condition of the world? If so, you're not alone. I'm struggling with the same thing, online and in my real-life rela...

Are you ready to have the most productive, focused, organized, successful semester yet? With everything going on in the world, it may seem impossible to have a strong semester, but today's episode will teach you how you CAN make this a successful semester despite the circumstances. Today I'm joined by Lesley Martin, founder of ClassTracker, to discuss the importance of planning, how to effectively...

I know how it feels to be nervous about going back to school. Even after nearly 15 years of experience going to school, I still get nervous at the beginning of every new semester! In today's episode, I dive into this topic head-on by sharing some of the things I'm worried about this semester, along with tips to help all of us feel a little less stressed and make the most of this crazy time. Specif...

Hey there, long time no talk! I'm so excited to be back on the podcast after a little hiatus. As the fall semester nears, you'll definitely be seeing more college content coming your way soon! So, this little hiatus I went on... What was the reason for it? Well, the main reason why I've been quiet on here lately is because my life has been consumed by my newest project: my book! I'm so excited to...

We all experience personal development throughout our lives, but I think that we grow the most when we consciously choose to incorporate it into every day. Of course, we know ourselves better than anyone else, but there are always more things to learn and more ways to grow. In today's episode, I dive into a few ways that I have been consciously choosing personal development in my daily life even w...

Hey there, long time no talk! I'm so excited to be back with a new episode for you after a much-needed break and time of reflection. In this episode, I'll update you with what's been going on since we last talked and then get into a discussion about mindset: something that I think has been very difficult for many of us to control during this time! I'm definitely not a mindset expert, but I've been...

Hey guys! Today I wanted to have a super honest conversation about what my summer looks like and how my mindset is really affecting my summer plans. Though it can be difficult to see, I truly believe that this summer is one big OPPORTUNITY for all of us to really find and lean into our genuine selves. We have time to do the things that we want to do and be the person we want to be. We just have to...

Hey there! It feels like it's been a while since I did a solo, sit-down podcast episode, and I thought now would be the perfect time to do one. These past couple of months have been crazy, and in this episode, you'll hear my honest thoughts about how life has been going with online classes and being away from campus. I also get into some details on my summer plans and the future of the podcast! If...

Have you ever felt like you just can't keep up with everything going on in the world? Do you feel like you don't have control over your life? Is something missing? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this is a must-listen! Today I brought on Leeza from the Leeza Rants Podcast to talk about what it means to "show up for yourself" and why it is SO important to do every. single. day. For m...

Hey friends! I enjoyed recording this week's episode so much for two reasons: 1) I had an amazing guest; 2) We talked about something that is so relevant for college students all the time, but especially in our world today. As many of us are transitioning to online classes and staying at home (or at least away from the environment we're used to,) it can be super hard to keep a positive and product...

I just finished my first week of online classes, and I thought I'd give you a little life update along with some tips for making the most of your online learning experience if you're a college student. Honestly, I don't have it completely figured out myself, but I want to keep it real and share what has helped me so far in this crazy journey. Hopefully you get something out of this episode, and if...

Is your college transitioning to online classes? Is the shift leaving you feeling a little overwhelmed, stressed, and unsure of what to do? If so, you're not alone. I think all of us college students are going through a tough transition right now, and that's why I put together this episode. I'll be talking about 5 things I'm doing to prepare for online classes so that I can go into the rest of the...

I wanted to sit down and give you a life update this week, because it's not something I do very often, and I feel like there's no better time to do one than now! With so much crazy stuff happening in the world, hopefully this episode can remind you that you're not alone. If you're a college student who is going through a lot of changes and unknowns right now, girl, me too! And we'll get through it...

Have you ever found it difficult to balance everything that you have to do as a college student? Do you know what you should be focusing on, and what might not require so much of your time and energy? In this week's episode, I'm joined by my friend and fellow college student Emily Severance to discuss the importance of understanding your priorities and being able to balance these to live your best...

Do you have the "sorry syndrome"? This week's episode is near and dear to my heart, because excessive apologizing is something I have struggled with for a long time as a college student. It's so easy for the word to slip out, whether there's meaning behind it or not... And often times, I've found that there's really no reason to say it at all. The things we usually apologize for, in my experience,...

Do you ever feel a little bit lost on your college campus? Like you don't quite fit in anywhere, or everything you try just isn't working? From trying to make friends to striving for those good grades, having it all figured out in college can be difficult. I try to remind myself that it's okay to fall down and I will eventually find my place if I just keep picking myself back up, but sometimes it...

Whether you're single, taken, or it's complicated, relationships in college can be challenging for so many different reasons. Today, I'm finally tackling the topic of relationships with a focus on finding self-love before you can love others. No matter what your relationship status is, I believe that if you don't first love yourself, you won't be able to most effectively share that love with other...

Do you ever feel like it's so hard to make time for what you REALLY want to make time for? Do you ever struggle to find an outlet or a way to take a break from the craziness of college? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you know what I'm about to say... This episode is for you! Whether you're thinking of starting a side hustle or just want to find a way to do more of what makes y...

Self doubt can take over any area of our life if we aren't careful. Especially as college students, living in an environment where it is so easy to compare ourselves to others' seemingly perfect lives, doubt can leave a lasting impact on our performance and experiences in college. Today, Meredith chats about her own struggles with self doubt, discusses why she thinks it happens, and shares some of...

It can sometimes feel like you have to fit in with the crowd to be accepted, validated, and have friends - especially as a college student who wants to have that "college experience." In this episode, I explore why it might actually not be in our best interest to constantly try to fit in with others, and why it is instead so much easier and more beneficial to just be our genuine selves. If you str...