Why do we never recognize or commend ourselves for our accomplishments until others do and seek to put ourselves down and downplay our work when approached by others? This episode is all about the perils of placing too much emphasis on external validation and how it can sometimes be a drug. Additionally, this episode is all about loving yourself for who you are rather than who you can be and what you can accomplish.  ..read more

In this episode, Emma discusses her love for reading and its benefits on one's mental health, intellectual growth, cognitive skills, and so much more. She can't stress enough how much she encourages others to pick up a book that interests them and read, whether it be for 5 minutes or an hour. JUST TRY READING OUT ..read more

We've all succumbed to the misconception that asking for questions or for help implies that one is "weak" or "less competent" one time or another. The hesitancy in asking for help and asking questions may be due to numerous factors but the most important thing is realizing the personal growth and the power of bringing change that comes with asking for help and asking questions. Join Emma as she talks about the importance of asking for help and asking questions as it relates to developing relationships and bringing about change and innovation in the world ..read more

In this episode, Emma shares her struggles with maintaining healthy eating habits and a positive body image, especially in the midst of school and negative social comparisons there.  Trigger Warning: this episode contains depictions of eating disorder behaviors and disordered eating.  ..read more

This episode is about the pressure and social expectation to be busy and to have numerous responsibilities in life and how that is not necessarily beneficial and is unsustainable. But it's inherently tied to human nature's desire for a sense of accomplishment, fulfillment, and success in life.   ..read more

This conversation is all about human nature's predisposition to make social comparisons, the unproductive nature of such, and the imperativeness of not falling into the traps of social comparisons in order to preserve one's mental health along with being able to live your life. This episode is all about not discrediting yourself or your accomplishments and developing your own measure of life and yourself.  ..read more

Inspired by her AP Lang timed write prompt, Emma explores the value of the unknown and placing your trust in the unknown and life's pace. In this episode, she recalls some of her most memorable experiences that have been attributed to venturing into and taking a chance on the unknowns of life. Join Emma as she talks about why you should try to let go of life more often and embrace the unknown and life defining experiences and gifts in holds in store for you and the world.  ..read more

In this episode, Emma recounts her struggles with identifying with her Chinese culture, despite growing up in an environment that fostered such. She discusses the feeling of being an outsider and imposter syndrome around being Chinese while also tackling some of the external factors that may have contributed to such. She also touches on the AAPI community and advocacy and the pain and energy that is instilled in her.    ..read more

Join Emma as she accounts of her experience retuning back to school from winter break with Omicron sweeping through the student population and the country. Classes are at half capacity, hallways are emptier than usual, and everyone is on edge. Learn how Emma is coping with the stress and anxiety of COVID-19 while attending in person school ..read more

Join Emma as she chats about the societal pressure and expectations of the new year, 2022 baby, and her opinions on new year's resolutions. She tackles this topic with an adamant tone as she talks about the unrealistic and forced expectation for growth and change in the New Year. Through this, she has some words of advice and comfort for those struggling in the new year and social comparisons around resolutions and making positive changes in the new year.  ..read more