Musings of The Unicorn Human

Sometimes you’re not just tired—you’re tired of being tired. In this raw, honest, and beautifully human episode, Alyssa dives deep into what it really feels like to live in an exhausted body and an overworked soul. Through laughter, storytelling, and a few unfiltered truths, she unpacks the invisible work of survival, the emotional cost of pretending you’re fine, and the quiet victories that deser...

If your body were a person, would you two even get along? In this funny, painfully relatable episode, Alyssa imagines her body as a moody, unpredictable roommate who always cancels plans, eats her snacks, and throws tantrums for attention. Through laughter, storytelling, and hard truth, she explores what it’s like to live in a body that’s constantly fighting, aching, and yet—miraculously—still sho...

What happens when comfort food becomes off-limits? In this heartfelt (and slightly hilarious) episode, Alyssa dives into the wild world of food cravings, forbidden snacks, and the emotional rollercoaster that comes when you have to say goodbye to your favorite comfort meals. From Pop-Tart love letters and Funyun fantasies to the five stages of food grief, she’ll have you laughing one minute and no...

Waiting isn’t just sitting around — it’s a full-time job that nobody signed up for. In this episode, Alyssa dives into the hilarious, frustrating, and downright ridiculous side of waiting. From DMV-level time warps and dramatic waiting-room coughers to “Patience Olympics” and the weird thoughts that show up when boredom hits, she unpacks it all with humor and honesty. And because she’s Alyssa, the...

Surgery prep isn’t just about fasting after midnight and showing up on time — it’s about clear-liquid confusion, hospital gowns that double as humiliation capes, midnight cleaning frenzies, and cravings for foods you didn’t even like until you were told you couldn’t have them. In this episode, Alyssa pulls back the curtain on the real things nobody tells you about getting ready for surgery. With h...

Joy doesn’t always just show up—we sometimes have to go searching for it. In this uplifting episode, Alyssa explores the power of intentionally seeking joy, even when life feels heavy. From personal practices to practical ideas you can try, you’ll discover how to weave small moments of joy into your everyday journey. Because joy doesn’t erase pain, but it can stand alongside it—and that balance ma...

Life’s storms are real—the pain, the setbacks, the days that feel endlessly heavy. But even in the thickest clouds, light finds a way through. In this episode, Alyssa opens up about the unexpected beams of sunshine that broke through her hardest days and how learning to notice those moments changed her journey. If you’ve been feeling weighed down, this tender reflection will remind you that even i...

Faith isn’t always about grand miracles or unshakable certainty. Sometimes it’s the quietest thing you do—just breathing, just staying, just choosing not to give up. In this Sparkle Blurb, Alyssa explores the beauty of fragile, unseen faith—the kind that looks like roots underground, candles flickering in the dark, or a single thread holding everything together. A reminder that even the smallest f...

When food becomes a secret, shame follows close behind. In this episode, Alyssa pulls back the curtain on the hidden side of binge eating disorder — the stashes, the sneaking, the spiral of guilt that keeps people trapped. With raw honesty, she shares her own story, including the painful truth of stealing money to feed her addiction, and the freedom that comes from confessing what was once hidden....

Waiting isn’t passive—it’s heavy. In this episode, Alyssa opens up about the emotional toll of being stuck in medical limbo, facing months of delays before surgery. With raw honesty and vivid imagery, she shares what waiting does to the soul, how hope rises and crashes with every phone call, and the grief of living in uncertainty. Through personal stories and gentle teaching, Alyssa offers ways to...

Binge Eating Disorder isn’t just about food—it’s about compulsion, secrecy, and shame that mirror addiction. But what happens when the thing you’re addicted to is the very thing you need to survive? In this episode, Alyssa unpacks the reality of treating BED like an addiction, exploring why recovery is so complex, what practical steps toward healing look like, and how faith and compassion play a v...

Eating disorders aren’t just about food — they’re about pain, control, coping, and survival. In this episode, Alyssa opens up about the hidden realities of eating disorders, walking through the spectrum from anorexia and bulimia to binge eating disorder, which is her own lived experience. With raw honesty and deep compassion, she shares what BED looks like, the shame that surrounds it, and the tru...

Trauma doesn’t just live in our memories—it lingers in our bodies, shaping how we heal, how we breathe, and how we carry pain. In this episode, Alyssa explores the way trauma shows up in recovery, from survival mode disguised as exhaustion to the fierce resilience of a heart that refuses to quit. Through raw storytelling, gentle reflection, and her signature sparkle, Alyssa reminds us that setback...

Pre-op diets aren’t just about shakes, protein, and cutting carbs—they’re about grief, doubt, and a complete reshaping of your relationship with food. In this episode, Alyssa gets real about the rituals and comfort foods she’s had to let go of, the late-night doubts that creep in, and the complicated mix of loss and hope that defines life before and after surgery. With raw honesty, a little humor,...

Medical hoops, insurance nightmares, and the weight of grief collide in this deeply honest episode. Alyssa shares the painful truth of not being cleared for surgery after her psychiatric evaluation and the raw conversation with Dr. Squires that forced her to face the walls she’s built around her hope. Through stories of endless red tape, emotional exhaustion, and the ache of loss, she explores wha...

Surgery isn’t weakness. It isn’t giving up. It’s choosing to fight for your life with every tool available. Choosing help is its own kind of strength—because you’re worth the fight. 🌟

In this episode, Alyssa opens up about her decision to pursue bariatric surgery — not as a way to shrink who she is, but as a way to reclaim her health and her future. She shares the medical scares that led her here, the prayers and research that guided her choice, and the fears she still carries as surgery approaches. With honesty, humor, and her signature sparkle, Alyssa reminds listeners that a...

It’s Alyssa’s birthday, and this year she isn’t waiting for anyone else to light the candles. In this deeply honest and unapologetically joyful episode, she celebrates the grit that’s kept her going, the sparkle that refuses to fade, and the mountains she’s climbed along the way. With humor, raw truth, and a whole lot of heart, Alyssa reminds us that sometimes the most powerful party is the one yo...

When the plan falls apart and the path shifts beneath your feet, what do you do next? In this deeply honest episode, Alyssa shares the heartbreak of waking up from a surgery that didn’t happen, the silent struggle of inflammation and swelling, and the mental battle of adjusting to a new calorie deficit. This episode is for anyone stuck in the “in-between,” trying to move forward when the road keep...

A gentle reminder for the days when your spirit feels heavy and your healing feels invisible. This bite-sized blurb is for the soul-deep exhaustion, the sacred pause, and the beautiful scars that prove you’re still becoming. Take a breath. You’re not behind—you're doing divine work.

In this deeply personal episode, Alyssa shares the unexpected outcome of what was supposed to be a straightforward gallbladder surgery. Instead of relief, she woke up to a decision she never saw coming: the surgery wasn’t done. As she unpacks the emotional impact of hearing “we didn’t operate,” Alyssa reflects on what led to that moment, why her trusted surgeon made the call to stop, and how divin...

In this raw and emotionally charged episode, Alyssa steps into the role of omnipotent narrator, imagining two possible outcomes of her upcoming gallbladder surgery: one where she wakes up—scarred, shaken, but still full of glitter and grit—and one where she doesn’t wake up at all. Told with surreal tenderness and dramatic flair, this narrative blurs the line between reality and “what if,” giving v...

A personal love letter to the body you’ve spent too long at war with. You’ve blamed it. Starved it. Hidden it. Hated it. But somewhere along the way… you forgot it was never the enemy. This blurb is a soft, sparkly reconciliation—an overdue apology and a sacred beginning. Because healing isn’t just about fixing what’s broken. It’s about finally choosing to love what’s always been fighting for you....

A quick update from Alyssa about her postponed gallbladder surgery. The date’s been moved, but the fire in her soul? Still burning strong. This Sparkle Blurb is a reminder that delays aren’t denials—and that sometimes, the pause is part of the protection.

In this episode, Alyssa shares the emotional and spiritual journey leading up to surgery — exploring the prayers, fears, moments of surrender, and the ways faith becomes both an anchor and a point of struggle. She reflects on navigating the tension between trusting God and feeling terrified, the rituals and spiritual check-ins that help her prepare, and the raw, unfiltered thoughts that surface wh...