In life's evolving journey, there often comes a moment when the relentless pursuit of happiness and external validation begins to feel unfulfilling. It’s a point we hit where all that chasing after happiness and the need for others' approval just doesn't satisfy us like it used to. That's when the quest for meaning steps into the spotlight. It's like looking ... Show More
Nov 18
Why My Face Looks Different: Answering Your Questions
In this solo catch-up episode, Valeria invites listeners into a candid life update that is messy, honest, and a little chaotic in the best way. She recaps her recent trip to Nashville and the inspiring female entrepreneur event she attended before diving into a wide-open Q&A. Fro ... Show More
36m 17s
Nov 11
Celebrity Scandals, Modern Romance Debates, and a Not So Serious Convo with Gary Lipovetsky
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51m 54s
Nov 4
The Hidden Lessons Paris Taught Me About Modeling and Womanhood
In this solo episode of Not Alone, Valeria takes listeners on a journey through her past and present, from celebrating her 35th birthday and Rosh Hashanah with family, to reflecting on the early days of her modeling career in Paris and Japan. She opens up about the lessons learne ... Show More
30m 51s
Apr 2023
2 Ways to Create Healthy Boundaries & Why You're Wasting Your Time Trying to Change How Someone Thinks of You
Today, I will be sharing an impactful conversation I had with Dr. Rangan Chatterjee about the importance of looking deeper into yourself to help figure out what you truly value, why we should start pursuing what we truly want instead of going after the things people are expecting ... Show More
1h 52m
Mar 2023
4 Steps to Improve Your Self Awareness to Reach Your Goals & How to Change Your Perspective on Rejection
<p>Today, I am going to share with you the conversation I had with Rich Roll in his podcast. I talk about my experiences as a monk and share insights on meditation, mindfulness, and conscious capitalism. I also talk about the double-edged sword of social media and how it can be u ... Show More
1h 56m
Apr 2024
Tia Mowry: You’re Unhappy and You Don’t Know it - Learn to Leave the Comfort of Being Unhappy
<p>In a world where everyone keeps telling us who we should be, finding the courage to love ourselves authentically can be a breakthrough.</p> <p>Today, I had the great opportunity to speak with Tia Mowry, an actress, producer, author, and television personality, best known for h ... Show More
1h 13m
Mar 2023
Unlock a Happier Life: 3 Research-Backed Secrets
<p>In this episode, you and I are getting intentional about your happiness.</p><p>Happiness is misunderstood.</p><p>Fortunately, there’s a ton of research that explains why it can be so elusive and, even better, HOW you can create a happier life, starting today.</p><p>Our convers ... Show More
54m 14s
Feb 2024
The (real) Secret to Happiness: Attachment, Craving, and Enjoying Life
Forrest and Dr. Rick focus on the secret to everyday happiness: learning how to like without wanting. They talk about the lies our brain tells us, the rapid movement from liking to wanting, and how we can enjoy an experience without craving more of it. They then explore a specifi ... Show More
1h 12m
Sep 2023
Becky G ON: Finding Your Sense of Belonging & How to Masterfully Block Negativity and Rejection
Do you want to feel like you belong? Do you want to block negativity and rejection? In this episode we dive deep into what it means to step into your authentic self and the tools needed to do so. Today, I welcome multi-platinum, award-winning singer, songwriter, actress, and ac ... Show More
1h 32m