Alex El-Amin/ Chicago Barbie

Literally My Life

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Literally My Life: My Guide To Girlhood is a passion project by Alexandra El-Amin, inspired by her journey of overcoming significant health challenges. This podcast explores the highs and lows of girlhood with real conversations on trauma, healing, breakups, self-love, and more. Through raw honesty and motivational advice, Alexandra shares her story and life lessons to help you embrace every part of your journey. Whether you’re facing heartbreak or rediscovering yourself, this podcast is here to guide and inspire.

Author

Alex El-Amin/ Chicago Barbie

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Education

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Latest episode

Jun 2, 2026

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Episodes

Why Big Friend Groups Rarely Work (Change My Mind) (video episode) 30.07.2024

In this episode of "Literally My Life: My Guide To Girlhood," we dive into the complex dynamics of big friend groups and explore why they often don't work out. Drawing from personal experiences, including the story of my old friend's old friend group, I discuss the common issues that arise in large social circles, such as communication breakdowns, clashing personalities, jealousy, competition, and...

Letting Go: Reclaiming My Life and Mental Health (video episode) 24.07.2024

In this transformative episode of "Literally My Life: My Guide To Girlhood," I share my journey of letting go of people pleasing, living up to others' expectations, and not prioritizing my mental health. I'll also discuss my recent decision to seek professional mental health support and how a family reunion in Atlanta played a pivotal role in my journey. This episode is about embracing change, pri...

Mental Health Day: Embracing the Breakdown and Asking for Help (video episode) 17.07.2024

In this raw and real episode of "Literally My Life: My Guide To Girlhood," I open up about taking a mental health day to cope with feelings of helplessness and a mental breakdown. We'll discuss the importance of acknowledging our struggles, the power of asking for help, and practical steps to take when our mental health needs attention. This episode is a reminder that it’s okay not to be okay and...

How To Really Stop Caring What People Think About You (Video Episode) 06.07.2024

In this episode, we tackle the universal struggle of caring too much about what others think. We'll explore why we care so much, how it affects our lives, and practical steps to build confidence and self-acceptance. This episode is about empowering you to live authentically and embrace your true self. Remember to follow @literallymylifemgtg on Instagram and Tiktok to stay updated on all things...

Hot Girl Summer: Embracing Confidence, Beauty Routines, and Summer Flings (6 month special!) 24.06.2024

Happy 6 months of Literally My Life: My Guide To Girlhood! For our 6 month special, I talk about all things Hot Girl Summer. I talk about my personal skincare and beauty routine, my opinion of summer flings, and how I’ve truly learned to be confident. I’m so grateful to still be doing this❤️! Remember to follow @literallymylifemgtg on instagram and TikTok to stay up to date with all things My Guid...

Forgiveness: Healing Wounds from the Past 18.06.2024

Forgiveness is an essential part of healing but it is hard at the same time. In this episode, I talk about forgiveness, my struggles with forgiveness and resentment, and how I’m working so hard to move on. Follow @literallymylifemgtg on instagram so we can share our stories of forgiveness.

Moving on 11.06.2024

Recently, I’ve moved on from a situation I was stuck on for about two years. The concept of moving on is so new to me so I only thought it was right to do an episode about it. Follow @literallymylifemgtg on instagram to stay updated on all things My Guide To Girlhood.

Venting 03.06.2024

While filming “Get To Know Me” I promised to be more vulnerable and to talk a little bit more about my personal life. Well, here am I venting about everything from self tans to senior year. Follow @literallymylifemgtg on instagram!

Get To Know Me (non-Spotify version) 28.05.2024

I’ve been doing this podcast for 17 weeks now and have yet to talk about myself or why I started this podcast. In this episode, I talk about my hobbies, professional journey, and goals for the podcast.

He’s Just Not That Into You 20.05.2024

This episode, based on the famous movie title, talks a lot about my personal dating rules that I personally believe all women should follow.

Advice 13.05.2024

I’m so happy to do my first advice episode! In this episode, I listen and give advice to some of my listeners’ issues. Thank you to everyone who submitted.

Things I’ve Learned Over The Years 02.05.2024

In honor of my birthday, I talk a little bit of the things I’ve learned in the last 17 years.

Depression 23.04.2024

This episode may be very triggering so I advise you proceed with caution! In this episode I discuss depression, my experience with depression, my coping mechanisms, and suicidal thoughts. Please call 988 if you or someone you love is experiencing suicidal thoughts or behaviors!

Divorce ft Pen Hammer 16.04.2024

Most people I know are children of divorce. In fact, that’s what Penelope and I bonded over. In this episode, we talk about our parents divorces and how they’ve affected us.

Anger and Disappointment 08.04.2024

I recently discovered that I am a very angry person. In this episode, I vent about anger and disappointment, what they mean to me, and how I discovered how angry I am.

Unrequited Love 03.04.2024

Unrequited love is probably one of the absolute hardest things to deal with! In this episode, I talk about my experience with unrequited love and how I’ve moved on and set healthy boundaries to avoid unrequited love.

Healing 27.03.2024

Healing is definitely a challenging and non-linear process. In this episode, I talk about my healing journey and my advice on healing.

Happiness: Are you happy or distracted? 18.03.2024

Happiness is such a broad subject and I’m just trying to define it in my own terms. In this episode, I talk about what happiness means to me and how I determined the difference between being happy or just distracted?

Friendship Breakups 11.03.2024

Friendship breakups are truly one of the worst parts of being a teenager in my opinion. In this episode, I share my experiences on friendship breakups and give advice on how to cope with them.

Diet Culture 26.02.2024

Diet Culture has affected me heavily since I was 10. In this episode, I discuss how to overcome weight insecurities and embrace self love.

Heartache 20.02.2024

Heartache is one of the saddest things you experience in life. In this episode, I discuss my experience with heartache and how I advise you cope with it.

Valentine’s Day 12.02.2024

In this episode, we talk about the exciting upcoming holiday; Valentine’s Day. I explore the meaning of Valentine’s Day and how to not feel alone this holiday.

The Teenage Firsts 05.02.2024

One of the best and worst parts of being a teenager is dealing with all of your firsts. Your first kiss, job, relationships, etc. In this episode I touch on all of the teenage first while also sharing my experience and advice

Female Friendships 29.01.2024

The concept of friendship is one near to my heart. In this episode, I explain the greatness in female friendships and how they have prepared me for a romantic relationship

Therapy 24.01.2024

Therapy has been stigmatized by society and has been labeled for “crazy” people. In this episode, I explore the benefits of traditional talk therapy and explain why I go to therapy.

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