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new year - (not really) new & improved cara & leo !! 🌟
catch up & set our goals/intentions for 2025 with us in this episode. see journal prompts we answer (for you to follow along & answer with us) below. <3
what is your 'word of the year'? what are three ways you will push yourself out of your comfort zone in 2025? what do you want to do more of in 2025? what do you want to do less of in 2025? What are 3 things you want to accomplish in 2025 (can be small/big)?ALSO DOWNLOAD THE FINCH SELF CARE APP (teheeee :DD ) via this link here: https://app.befinch.com/invite_v1/mmKV
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✨ Skip to 01:08 to hear all of your amazing voice notes! ✨
if you’ve been with us for a while (aka more than a year—hey, loyal listeners 💌), you already know how our end-of-year episodes go. this is officially our fourth year doing this tradition (WHAT how is that even possible?!), and it’s always one of our favourite moments of the year.
as always, we’re answering our yearly journal prompts and, most importantly, featuring your reflections on what you’ve learned this year. this episode includes some familiar voices, heartfelt moments, and even a surprise musical reflection from one of you! thank you from the bottom of our hearts to everyone who’s listened, supported, and contributed voice notes this year. you make this so special.
want to reflect along with us? Here are the prompts we answered:
🌟 If the energy of your past year could be summed up in one word, what would it be?
🌟 What were your big wins this year?
🌟 What were your small wins this year?
🌟 What were your challenges this year, and what did you learn from them?
🌟 What are 3 things you learned this year?
🌟 What do you want to leave behind as you step into 2025?HAPPY NEW YEAR, everyone! 🥂
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SEND US YOUR 2024 VOICENOTES ('what's one thing you learnt this year') at: [email protected]
skip to 20:14 if you want to skip all the feelings chatter and jump straight to the book reviews 🤝
goodreads account (let's be friends tehe <3): https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/124147943-leo
all books mentioned - see below:
seven year slip by ashley poston emily wilde’s encyclopaedia of faeries (1&2) by heather fawcett the kindred’s curse series by penn cole heartless hunter by kristen ciccarelli a little life by hanya yanagihara my brilliant friend series - elena ferrante bright, young women by jessica knoll jane eyre by charlotte bronte the maidens by alex michaelides the housemaid by freida mcfadden the southern book club’s guide to slaying vampires by grady hendrix save me series by mona kasten beach read & funny story by emily henry the bridge kingdom by danielle l. jensen shadows of the tenebris court by clare sager the very secret society of irregular witches by sangu mandanna divine rivals by rebecca ross house of flame and shadow - sarah j maas secret history - donna tartt an academy for liars - alexis henderson ninth house - leigh bardugo piranesi by susannah clarketo stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do follow us on instagram, tiktok or subscribe to us on youtube here! ☕ also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us here.
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today we’re diving into the real, cozy, yet chaotic side of the holidays.
from nostalgic moments and festive traditions to the stress of gift-giving and family tensions, the holiday season brings a mix of joy and jitters.
I’ll be sharing some of my own experiences, including chaotic gift-giving and unexpected family changes this year. plus, we’ll hear some of your holiday highs and lows, and explore ways to find peace amidst the holiday chaos.
grab a cozy drink and let’s chat about it all—the joy, the stress, and everything in between.
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feeling #stressednotblessed? but want to feel #blessednotstressed this festive season?? SAME HERE - let's turn that frown upside down together in this episode.
WE'VE GOT THIS GUYS!!!! <333
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WE WERE IN PERSON TOGETHER FOR THIS EPISODE BIG WOOOOP. less of a big woop is unfortunately that cara is super quiet in this episode coz of some mic issues we had (downsides of only using one mic) so pls forgive us & we hope it doesn't disrupt the listening experience TOO much.
if you came to the book club event we love and appreciate you forever and ever! it was genuinely so special and so much fun. <333
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Trigger Warning: In this episode, we discuss body image, body dysmorphia, and the emotional impact of societal expectations on self-esteem. If you’re sensitive to topics surrounding weight, appearance, or eating disorders, please listen with caution.
In part 2, we dive deep into the complex world of body image, exploring the impact of societal pressures, social media, and sports culture on how we see ourselves. Can we ever truly heal from body image struggles, or is it a something we’re always navigating?
We discuss the role parents play in shaping our self-perception and how they can do more to help young people develop healthier relationships with their bodies. We also reflect on what we wish we could take back from our past selves and the changes we want to make moving forward. From shifting our perspectives to removing ourselves from triggering environments, we explore actionable steps toward healing. We tackle difficult questions like: Do we have body dysmorphia, and why is it so normalized? How do we handle those moments when we absolutely hate how we look in a photo or video? Plus, we touch on the unique pressures of body image in sports, where appearance and performance often collide.
Join us for this honest and thought-provoking conversation about body image, healing, and finding self-acceptance.
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also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us here where we are currently reading "An Academy for Liars" by Alexis Henderson
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trigger warning: In this episode we talk about body image, the impact of societal expectations on self-esteem, and personal experiences with dieting, weight, and self-worth. f you’re sensitive to topics of weight, self-esteem, or eating disorders, please listen with caution..
in part 1 of this much needed catch up, we share a recap on our experiences with body image starting from our childhood years to our current experiences now as adults. We discuss the struggles we face with societal pressures (aka the unfortunate ozempic trend) ... we discuss some thoughts around if we can ever truly heal from our experiences & also touch on our changing bodies and how we want to learn to love them!
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also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us here where we are currently reading "An Academy for Liars" by Alexis Henderson
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in this episode we share our recent thoughts post election (GRRR) & also share some recent thoughts around comparison, fitting in, being "good enough", balancing life & so much more
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also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us here where we are currently choosing our November read hehe!
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WE ARE HOSTING AN IN-PERSON BOOK CLUB EVENT - COME JOIN US!!!!! (pretty please) ☕️📚🥐🫂💘⭐️
tickets & more details will be posted on our ig here.
other topics we chat about in this episode:
introvert confessions & the fear of being "boring" the new "normal" in your twenties aka is this what becoming adults is like???? being in your hibernation erap.s. editing leo here, i'm sorry my audio quality is so crap lately i DON'T KNOW WHY. will try and fix 😭
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Step into the eerie shadows of Salem, 1692, where whispers of witchcraft hung thick in the air...
This Halloween, we’re bringing you a bewitching special on the Salem Witch Trials—a time when fear turned friends into foes, and innocent lives were caught in the storm of suspicion.
With our super special guest, Katie Kennedy (TikTok’s very own The History Gossip), we’ll dive into the twisted tales of Salem, exploring the eerie mix of religious fervor, social gossip, and gendered tensions that sparked the hysteria.
Get ready for the spine-chilling stories of women like Bridget Bishop and Rebecca Nurse, and the downright brutal “tests” they endured. Grab your pumpkin spice latte and join us … 🧹
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also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us here where we are reading “Ninth “House by Legih Bardugo.
Sources
https://ghostcitytours.com/salem/salem-witch-trials/history-witch-trials/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVd8kuufBhM Starkey, Marion L. The Devil in Massachusetts: A Modern Inquiry into the Salem Witch Trials. This classic work examines the Salem witch trials through historical and psychological perspectives, including Bridget Bishop's trial and execution. Norton, Mary Beth. In the Devil's Snare: The Salem Witchcraft Crisis of 1692. This book gives a well-researched analysis of the trials, incorporating primary sources and placing figures like Bridget Bishop in the wider context of the crisis. The Salem Witch Trials Documentary Archive and Transcription Project (University of Virginia) provides transcriptions of court documents, trial transcripts, and eyewitness accounts, offering direct insights into Bishop's trial. Godbeer, Richard. Escaping Salem: The Other Witch Hunt of 1692. While focused on a lesser-known witch trial in Connecticut, Godbeer’s work provides essential background on Puritan beliefs and the judicial practices that influenced cases like Bridget Bishop’s in Salem. National Geographic’s Historical Accounts and Documentaries on the Salem Witch Trials. National Geographic has provided both documentaries and historical articles with primary and secondary sources, covering the narrative of Bishop’s trial. https://www.cam.ac.uk/stories/witchcraft-work-women https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/education/resources/early-modern-witch-trials/not-a-witch-certificate/ https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/education/resources/early-modern-witch-trials/pretending-to-be-a-witch-1/ -
this is the story of 'the monkey's paw' by william wymark jacobs, a tale of what happens when fate is tempted and desires are granted... but at a price.
grab a hot drink, cosy up & get in a spooky szn mood with us! ☕ 👻🎃
p.s. from leo: this was my first time reading the story & i also was slightly too close to the mic so apologies for any audio or pronunciation weirdness!!!
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also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us here where we are reading “Ninth “House by Legih Bardugo.
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the vibes of this episode are: morning face time with your bestie - we share recent updates on what we've been up to (cara's New York trip & Leo's Italy trip) - we ramble about a lot of things & Leo shares her mid way review of the book "intermezzo" by sally Rooney.
link to the mug mentioned: https://solineessentials.be/ (it’s genuinely the cutest 😭☕️🎃)
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also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us here where we are reading “Ninth “House by Legih Bardugo.
p.s - we were both still recovering from being sick so sorry if we sound really ill!
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in this episode of The Matcha Diaries, inspired by the iconic style of Sex and the City, Cara takes you through her recent autumn trip to New York City. join her as she navigates pre-trip anxieties, embraces spontaneity, and finds beauty in the unexpected moments that make city life so captivating.
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also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us here where we are reading “Ninth “House by Legih Bardugo.
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skip to 20:35 to dive straight into the topic and skip our chitter chatter at the beginning! <3
do you suffer with "overfeeling", aka constantly being overwhelmed by the highs and lows of your own (and other people's) emotions? changes are you might be an HSP (highly sensitive person)!
the term was coined in 1996 by psychologist Elain Aron and since hearing about has genuinely CHANGED our brain chemistry and how we think about our own emotions.
tune into this episode to learn together with us about:
the origins behind the term HSP symptoms that you may be a HSP coping mechanisms that can help the link between being a HSP and a reader? some witchy stories from legends past about overfeelers seeing your emotions as a superpower!!book list mentioned:
Elaine N Aron - The Highly Sensitive Person, The Highly Sensitive Parent/Child, The Highly Sensitive Person’s Workbook, The Highly Sensitive Person in Love: Understanding and Managing Relationships When the World Overwhelms You, Hannah Jane Walker - Sensitive: The Hidden Power of the Highly Sensitive Person in a Loud, Fast, Too-Much World Susan Cain - Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking The Empath's Survival Guide: Life Strategies for Sensitive People by Judith Orloffto stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do follow us on instagram, tiktok or subscribe to us on youtube here! ☕ also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us here.
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this week, we’re snuggling up with our latest TV obsession, The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives—trust us, it’s the perfect binge for those cozy nights in (we also chat about other series we’re loving right now that you won’t want to miss)
we share our beauty products/tips that we are adding to our daily routines. plus, Leo dives into journaling to create some warm and inviting routines... and of course, we chat about the coziest autumnal drinks that feel like a warm hug in a mug.
get comfy and join us for a little autumnal morning chat <3
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also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us here where we are reading "Love in the time of Cholera" by Gabriel García Márquez - our book club call is on the 3rd of October hehe
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in this episode you can live follow along leo going through a 3-day funk. we talk all about what to do when you're also feeling the 'sad girl autumn' vibes, as well as some other random reflections on getting older...
grab a hot drink & get cosy with us <3
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also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us here where we are reading "Love in the time of Cholera" by Gabriel García Márquez
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in our fourth episode of our autumn diaries series we have a proper deep dive into the autumnal books we’ve read & our tbr list hehe
grab a hot drink & get cosy with us <3
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also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us here where we are reading "Love in the time of Cholera" by Gabriel García Márquez
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in our third episode of our autumn diaries series we chat about our highs & lows and the routines we want to implement this season.
grab a hot drink & get cosy with us <3
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also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us here where we are reading "Love in the time of Cholera" by Gabriel García Márquez
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in our second episode of our autumn diaries series we explore how autumn's transition mirrors our personal experiences.
we share the things we are letting go of as we discuss shedding old habits and burdens. we also delve into what we’re inviting in—like cozy reads, restful practices, and intentional living.
we would love it if you tagged along with us and tried these prompts & reflected on your own experiences.
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also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us here where we are reading "Love in the time of Cholera" by Gabriel García Márquez
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