Vibe and Cultivate with Maya

This episode discusses how to get what you want in a bit of an unconventional way.

We're kicking off 2024 Vibe & Cultivate with a bang: Emotional Maturity. In this episode, you will likely find out quickly if you are the emotionally mature friends or the one who has more work to do. Enjoy this episode and leave a comment on what you thought! Thanks for supporting Vibe & Cultivate with Maya. Follow @mayatersigni for updates.

Is the "Pilates Girl" aesthetic just the latest fad or does it really transform your body? After hitting 50 classes, I give you a snapshot of the cost, benefits, and what to expect for your first class/few weeks of pilates.

Uncovering the corporate space from my perspective, this episode is the Corporate Girlie starter pack. You may have asked yourself, "What the f*** isa 401k, FSA, HSA, or IRA?" I break down all the terms you need to know for your first big girl job, how to make work friends, and how to rise through an unconventional strategy. Enjoy and good luck on your job applications and career ambitio...

Inspired by the top episode of 2023 "Jealousy and Healing the Ego," is a deep dive into why we compare ourselves to friends and strangers, how to reframe jealous thoughts, and why social media has such a tight grip on our self-worth. Thanks for making it to the end of 2023 with me :)) I'm so proud of you. I love you all. xo Visit mayatersigni.com Follow @vibecultivate and @mayatersig...

Everybody wants to get in their soft girl era... but what does that really mean? Do I need to buy a pilates membership? Do I need to wake up at 5am and meditate? This episode offers a step-by-step breakdown of slow living at its core and how to implement it in your life without the consumerism and inundation of the superficial and often tone deaf "soft life" we see on TikTok. @vibecultiv...

Have you ever walked into a room with a group of girls/women and known you aren't welcome? The sinking feeling that they're talking about you and you can't wait to run out the door. This episode unpacks the struggles we often face in female friendships and group dynamics. I share an experience that forced me to pivot into a new era of self-worth. @vibecultivate on Instagram mayatersign...

Welcome back after a long hiatus, still processing and hibernating in my self reflection, but taking a pause to unpack my journey with attachment, confronting bad habits and uncomfortable emotions. Thanks for taking this ride with me. Instagram: @vibecultivate mayatersigni.com

Ever have that one person who always makes you feel like you’re doing something wrong? Like no matter what you do, they always got something to say? Let’s talk about the energy we want around us, the respect we demand, and how to deal with haters.

This exclusive episode responds to "Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields" a Hulu documentary about early childhood exploitation, sexual abuse in Hollywood, and the life of Brooke Shields, model, actress, mother, and Princeton graduate. The controversy over how young is too young for girls to be depicted sexually in the media is not new. It started with the film "Pretty Baby" in 1978. Learn about Shield's s...

Do you have that relative who you just can’t seem to get through to? It seems like everyone has that one person that repeatedly causes problems and doesn’t seem to change. In this episode we look at how to approach these relationships from a place of both compassion and firmness.

I lost my voice right before this episode was recorded so I’m sorry for the raspiness! I was inspired by Michelle Obama’s book tour visit to LA hosted by Oprah Winfrey, where they talked about the ebbs and flows of life and how to manage people not liking you or your lifestyle.

My birthday is next week! In celebration, I made this episode of 23 things I’ve learned in life so far. I am so excited to share this with you!

Are you wondering if it's time to end that friendship? Do you feel like something in your life just doesn't align anymore? Are you going through a new chapter of life and starting to question if you're really where you're supposed to be? It never feels good to say goodbye to things we love especially if they had a big impact on us. Accepting change is one of the hardest things we do in life. For t...

Can You Have More Than One? Can you define it when you're young or does it take decades to really know? In this episode, I share my learning experiences as an early career professional and artist. I want to widen our perspective of what it means to have a purpose. If you're a recent grad or considering a career change, this episode is for you! Join My Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?...

Starting therapy is hard! Even in a new generation where mental health is talked about openly, a lot of us saunter through this contemplative stage, thinking "Do I really need this?" "Is this even worth the money?" "What if it doesn't work?" I've been there and I understand how it feels! Learn more about how to overcome self-doubt when starting therapy and how...

Joining a gym is scary! Being in a totally new place with people who seem to have it all figured out is intimidating! In this episode, I share my first experience in a gym to when I worked at a large high-end fitness studio in Chicago. It has been a journey and it has been an emotional one! I offer tips to overcome gym anxiety and how to accept the mixed emotions that come with body image, fitness...

Self care is a radical practice for people of color, women, and other marginalized folks. We forget that our peace is just as important as our work. The wellness girl archetype has caused some to either reject the idea of having a routine or obsess over it. We need to find somewhere in the middle, honoring that everyone's life is different. Practicing wellness every day and having a set plan i...

Young athletes in high school sports experience disproportionately higher rates of eating disorders. But why? Shouldn't they be the healthiest people? Young, active, seemingly healthy, but still not. I share my experience being forced into diet culture on sports teams with controlling coaches and a lack of protections and awareness of the damages of food tracking. For more on this, subscribe t...

Over-identifying with who we "should be" or "could be" is common among this generation, as we feel the pressure to be different, exceptional, or even to just keep up with those around us.  In this episode, we use psychology research to affirm how we all might be feeling and uncover the unseen emotions behind feeling conflicted or lost about the future.  Let's talk about how feeling lost,...

Have you ever looked at your coach, teacher, boss, or any authority figure and thought, "I really wish they would _____." This episode is for everyone who has ever interacted with another person or participated in any organization. Strong leaders propel history, inform us on how to be better at what we do, and set the tone for collective respect and trust.  In this episode, I walk you through my t...

Our bodies change for so many different reasons. I break down the main 3 I have witnessed in my own life and how my body changing has reflected my surroundings and mental health. Change is so difficult, but not nearly as hard as self-acceptance. Why is this? How do we begin to overcome it? Find out on this episode of Vibe & Cultivate. Follow us on instagram @vibecultivate, @mayatersigni and tu...

Do you find yourself burnt out at the end of work, school, or even hanging out with your friends? Do you feel the pressure to preform to the highest level possible and fear what could happen if you don't? When people ask you for a favor, do you feel guilty if you say no? This is the episode for you. We are very often told to hold space for everyone. Every story, identity, perspective, opinion, and...

So, picture this: you're in your 20s and starting a new job, job searching, in school, or working. Maybe you have tons of support from family. Maybe you don't. So what does that look like when we also have to be our own person? How about when we have a partner? So many of these questions come up for young people today! We think to ourselves.. "OMG my partner just graduated, but I haven't yet." "I'...

What do you even do when you move to a new city?? Where are you supposed to live? How do you meet new people? Do I take the train? Do I walk? Is it the right time to move to a big city? Find out in this solo episode of Vibe & Cultivate with Maya Tersigni. Now 4 years into living in Chicago, Maya goes IN with her top tips on what to do when you are wanting to move to a new city and how to set y...