Musings with Meg

HIII 🫶 Today’s episode is a raw catch-up on life lately — moving to Toronto alone, rebuilding my routines, getting back into fitness, dating in big cities, content creation, side quests, solo traveling, career growth, and honestly… just figuring life out at 28. This year has stretched me in ways I didn’t expect, but I finally feel like I’m getting my spark back ✨ !! In this episode we talk about...

How do you take back your power and become a MAGNET for the people and things you desire?! Most people self-sabotage by their *own* beliefs — let's solve this. Join Lalita ( @lalitasii) and I to talk: How to reclaim your power & know your worth How to take people off the pedestal and date confidently Self-worth, standards, and unshakable confidence How to become magnetic and foster true self-l...

Uncertainty. Pressure to succeed. Self-inflicted timelines. Imposter syndrome. Losing friends. Moving cities. Aging parents. Insecurities. Feeling behind. And of course, bills. All while I'm sitting on a box because I haven't built my chair yet. In my new apartment. All. Alone. I just turned 28, and things are effin' hard. I don't want to sugarcoat my struggles and pretend everythi...

#ExposureTherapy #FindingYourBrand If you've been wanting to post content and grow your personal brand... this one's for YOUUU. I've been posting IG Reels for the past month and a half, and though my goal was platform growth, it also took me on a WHOLEE personal growth journey — overcoming fears, revealing strengths, and rewiring the whole way I view content and expression. I share my...

If I told my January 2025 self everything that happened this year, she would definitely have a heart attack. Because after an amazing 8 months of travels and highs, my life got shaken up. "Who's writing my life script?" I kept asking. Oh yeah, it's God. And I asked him to force me on my highest timeline, so He answered my prayers — painfully. Shedding friendships, rediscovering m...

Real isn't perfect, but maybe that's better. It's messy, it includes the trials behind the tribulations, it's struggling and being able to show it because it paints the whole picture. Press play for a real asf Meg-Jayson conversation about the very art of embracing authenticity — the fears, the reframes, and why it's the only way to truly set yourself free. Whether online or in person, in content...

If you’ve ever been called “too much” or caught yourself shrinking to fit in, this episode is your reminder to stop giving power to the wrong voices — online, offline, or in your own head. In this episode, I share what I’ve learned about navigating doubt — from the voice in your head that says you’re not credible, to the people who can't clap for you. Let's talk how I’ve reframed criticism, the ps...

Ever feel like you don’t deserve the job, title, paycheck, or platform you’ve worked your ass off for? It's that nagging voice that whispers “you’re a fraud” — aka, imposter syndrome. And spoiler: it’s not proof you don’t belong, it’s proof you’ve levelled up. In this episode, I take you on a walk with me (literally) to unpack the psychology behind imposter syndrome — why your brain freaks out...

Ready to get your (ADHD) mind blown?! How can "the path of yes," the "CARR method," a "wins document," and talking to yourself like "Coach B" help you overcome friction and finally reach your massive goals? In this ep, I sit down with the one and only Jennifer Chou aka @vegantechnomad — the final boss of life-optimization and queen of systems + self-awarenes...

It's been a minute. Here's a speedy update on the last 8 months of my life and why I've been MIA from podcasting — and why I'm so excited to be back! Spoiler: Career leaps, resets, travels, renovations, procedures, milestones, finance, and soooo much more. Tune in for a raw glimpse into the fast-paced, chaotic, but very intentional "no regrets"-esque life that I so happil...

If buying a home is in your twenties bucket list, this episode is for you! I went through the massive journey (and commitment) of buying my first condo, becoming a homeowner, and now landlord in Toronto — and spill all the deets in this highly requested episode. Let's talk financing and preapprovals, condo shopping, closing, moving in, finding tenants, and SO much more; not to mention the deci...

Change seems to be the only constant in our twenties — and moving between cities is one of the best ways to shake things up! Whether transitioning from independence to moving back home, or taking the leap across the country, it's undeniable how much your physical location shapes your life and self-concept. How do you create a new sense of "home" somewhere unfamiliar? Cope with feelin...

Keeping up with the Joneses. Shedding energy vampires. Learning and unlearning. Growing from pain. The hedonic treadmill. Honouring your inner child. Searching for your own truth amidst chaos. How do you shed all the bullsh*t and live life on your own terms? Leave the comparison trap, minimize regret, and pursue a life true to you and only you? Our twenties are a strange time — trials and tribulat...

How do we shield our self-worth from rejections? Can girls ask guys out? Is attraction subjective? How do we stop taking things personally? "Just shoot your shot!" they say, but we know it's never just that easy — you need a mindset of steel to chase romantic pursuits without shame. In this episode, let's talk about that mindset. Alison is the QUEEN of unshakeable confidence in &...

Did you know that the single most IMPORTANT indicator of lasting health and happiness in a given person's life is the quality of their connections? In other words, even in the midst of our busy adult lives, do NOT de-prioritize your pals! Since my previous friendships episode in Dec 2021 (ep 51), I've experienced two more years of new friendship lessons, some being harsher truths — specifi...

How does one TRULY embody their authentic selves and love themselves from the inside-out?! Surprise, it's the opposite of fluffy sunshines and rainbows — let's talk body dysmorphia, eating disorders, breakups, haters, and calorie obsessions, just a few of several culprits that dragged Alison and I through the pits of low self-worth to come out stronger on the other side. When did we start...

Ladies, this one's for you. Karen and I are back for some dating tough love — to get you out of that situationship, redefine your dating standards, and of course, protect your precious temple of a body. Modern dating is m e s s y to say the least, and the last thing we need is to cry over someone who would only text us at 1AM. Let's talk: How does a situationship form? How do you ensure yo...

Let's get PERSONAL. At what stage should you ask someone out (or be asked out)? Can guys and girls really just be friends? How do we approach first dates? The talking stage? Communicating intentions? How do we distinguish between infatuation and truly liking someone? Honest thoughts on the friends to lovers trope? How do we detach and just have fun (without hurting anybody)?! Join Karen and I...

Are you feeling lost in your twenties? Don't worry, 'cuz same — even the most seemingly "put together" people can have no real idea what they're doing. Meet Will: passionate photographer and chem student in one, who chose the PhD track over the "artist grind" in New York City. Is it normal to feel regret? Are there right and wrong choices in life? How do we choose h...

HAPPY 2024! It's time to get REAL (hot takes and bare-bones style) about what to bring IN versus LEAVE BEHIND for the new year. Join Karen and I as we share our personal 2024 "ins and outs," an honest evaluation of the people, habits, mindsets, and beliefs we hold. Let's talk external validation, boundaries, friendships, perfectionism, kindness, self-worth, and more — for here&#3...

What's an introverted extrovert, and vice versa? Why do NFs attract each other? How do P and J balance each other out? What about romantic compatibility? What da HECK is the Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator, and why is it SO FUN to analyze?! I, ENFP, am joined by my friend Joseph, INFJ, to geek out on ALL things MBTI... while exposing ourselves in the process. Tune in for a fun, candid,...

Some people dream of moving to the big city... others just GO for it! But with eating on the floor, roaches crawling out of holes, absurd living costs, and leaving familiarity... what are the upsides and possibilities that make it all worthwhile (specifically NYC)? This episode is a catch up with my friend Zach, who made the move to New York City for post-grad, working, adult life! Tune in for a g...

Take a walk with me! Toronto TOTALLY shifted my identity, and here, I share it ALL — full-blown adulting, living the downtown pace, embracing all the unknowns, and building unshakeable confidence. Putting your "avatar" someplace new is *bound* to unlock more of your potential, and what better time to do this than your twenties?! Lifechanging is an understatement, and four months wasn&#39...

"Let's get high and record a podcast episode." Behold... our masterpiece. To cap our summer in Toronto, my roommate Andrew and I went on an adventure, high (in case you missed it), and ended the night with a nonsensical yet oddly deep conversation. Tune in for a nugget of our vibes: from debating the English language, to reflecting on the passage of time, to describing the average As...

HELLLOOOO friends, I've picked up the mic again after many months — and not without many changes!!! As you can see, the podcast has totally rebranded: goodbye "I'm In My Twenties?!" and hello "Musings with Meg" :) You can expect to see MORE content, shorter-form content, even more candid and RAW AF content. In this episode, I explain the reasonings behind the rebrand —...