You've been called too much your whole life. Too loud, too opinionated, too intense, too independent, too picky. You've done the work, sat through the dates, read the books, and still gone home wondering what's wrong with you. Nothing is wrong with you. You've just been looking in the wrong places. Serena Kerrigan spent six years as the loudest, most confident voice in the dating conversation, the woman millions turned to, and she almost didn't write her book because being single made her feel like a fraud. In this episode, she and Valeria get into the reframe that changed everything, and it's the same one that led Serena to the man she now lives with: she met him on a stranger's podcast, reading out a text from a guy who had ghosted her, and he told her she wasn't too much, she was just looking in the wrong places. They talk about why she invented a whole confident persona at eighteen because she was insecure, the year she went quiet building something no one could see, why the most successful women walk around in masculine energy that quietly keeps love out, and the dating advice she's had to fact-check now that she's actually in love. And the line every woman needs to hear: stop calling yourself picky. You're not picky. You're refusing to settle. You were the prize the whole time. New episodes of Not Alone every Wednesday. Subscribe so you never miss one. Follow Serena: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serenakerrigan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@serenakerrigan Her book, Let's F*cking Date: https://letsfuckingdate.com/ Follow Valeria: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/valerialipovetskyblog Follow Not Alone: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notalonepod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notalone.pod Podcast: https://www.notalonepod.com/ Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/5542133 Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/valerialipovetsky What we talked about: 2:44 The book this isn't, and the book it actually is 3:31 Eighteen, insecure, and inventing SFK as armor 4:15 Standing at the mirror, saying the name out loud 5:17 When confidence starts as a performance 6:24 The night people were blown away that she stopped caring 7:04 I'm actually a sensitive person and an empath 8:30 When the persona became a crutch 9:27 The fine line of knowing when to turn it on 10:29 What guy is going to want to deal with that? 11:07 Altering yourself before you even walk into the date 12:21 Holding up mirrors to yourself 12:47 Going back to figure out what wasn't working 13:07 I didn't think I was worthy of a relationship 13:49 Deciding to show up as herself, not the persona 14:03 Why she walked away to write the book 14:56 When she finally felt like she figured it out 16:09 Calling her agent: what if I wrote a dating book? 17:20 I'm going to stop editing myself 17:38 On a stranger's podcast, reading out the text that ghosted her 18:06 For the right guy, you'll be the perfect amount 18:43 Meeting the man who saw the soft person underneath 19:22 What to actually look for: feeling safe 19:48 When you don't trust yourself around someone 20:40 When you meet the right person, the anxiety goes quiet 21:08 The daddy issues reframe, and the not-enough wound 22:04 The older man, and what she was really chasing 22:46 Whatever you want, that's fine: losing herself on dates 23:12 The dating advice she's had to fact-check now 24:06 The wall she put up when it was actually going well 25:21 Both of you still figuring out who you are 26:54 The three Ps: become the prize, enjoy the ride, never settle 27:32 We're so hard on ourselves 28:16 It's not men are trash, and it's not mason jar affirmations 29:37 The only thing you can control is how you show up 30:34 When was the last time you did something outside your comfort zone? 31:29 Writing the book was the most uncomfortable thing 32:04 A beautiful Miami story 33:28 Why stepping outside your comfort zone changes everything 34:50 You have to be outside, meeting people 35:18 You're most magnetic in your own energy 35:50 Why the modern woman keeps love out with masculine armor 40:00 Stop calling yourself picky. You're refusing to settle 45:00 Rapid fire 50:00 What women aren't saying out loud Disclaimer: The links in this description are sponsor or affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a credit or commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We live in a world that has made being a founder a whole personality: move fast, be visible, build in public, become the brand, and make sure everyone sees how hard you're working. Dianna Cohen built Crown Affair by doing almost the exact opposite. Crown Affair is at Sephora and Goop, with Gwyneth Paltrow as one of its earliest investors. But this conversation isn't really about beauty. Dianna built her company around three words: "take your time". And a few years into building it, she made a decision most founders would struggle to make: she stepped down as CEO after realizing her nervous system wasn't built for the way she'd been leading. We talk about why slowness can be a strategy, what it means to lead from feminine energy, the difference between being an operator and a creator, and why creativity and intuition deserve a place in leadership conversations. Dianna also shares what burnout taught her, why our bodies often know things before our brains do, and the line I haven't stopped thinking about: when everything in you says push harder, sometimes the answer is to do the opposite. This episode is for anyone tired of moving at everyone else's pace, and wondering whether success really has to cost you your sanity. New episodes of Not Alone every Wednesday. Subscribe so you never miss one. Follow Dianna: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diannacohen TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@diannacohen Crown Affair: https://crownaffair.com/ Take Your Time Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/take-your-time/id1896516883 Substack: https://dianna.substack.com/ Follow Valeria: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/valerialipovetskyblog Follow Not Alone: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notalonepod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notalone.pod Podcast: https://www.notalonepod.com/ Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/valerialipovetsky What we talked about: 2:02 Meeting in Miami four years ago 3:31 Building a world around taking your time 5:13 Time is the ultimate luxury 6:25 It started from a Google Doc 9:02 Getting into beauty and why ignorance is bliss 10:39 Two years of nights and weekends before going all in 12:45 The bathroom as a sacred space 14:11 Is slowness actually a strategy? 16:48 What she gained by going slow 17:43 Stepping down as CEO 19:27 Couples therapy for a founder and operator 20:04 The nervous system that wasn't built for the way she was leading 20:32 Do the opposite of what your brain is telling you 20:52 “Happy people don't start companies” 22:36 Gary and Valeria's own sabotage 26:33 Operator vs. creator 27:44 The fear of being seen 30:35 Why the CMO should be the last hire 32:46 Creativity and feminine energy in a masculine industry 35:23 What feminine energy looks like in practice 36:04 Intuition is a hard skill 39:30 Playing in the sandbox again 42:28 Why isn't creativity in leadership books? 45:15 The Artist's Way 48:53 Trust vs. faith 52:04 Why we don't talk enough about the nervous system 52:55 Our bodies speak a different language than our brains 55:36 Growing up in a household that didn't allow crying 58:14 Scarcity and learning to receive abundance 1:00:22 Success with emptiness inside 1:03:03 Lessons from iconic women she worked for 1:05:40 Founder culture and cosplaying CEO 1:07:18 Expert, creator, celebrity and product brands 1:08:57 The triangle of delusion 1:11:37 How many people you move—not how many you reach 1:12:00 Why she'll never build in public 1:16:33 The two-phone trick for Instagram addiction 1:19:37 What women should understand about creativity 1:21:30 Rapid fire 1:25:30 What women aren't saying out loud Disclaimer:The links in this description are sponsor or affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a credit or commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A while back I posted something about my kids, and a woman sent me a DM that has been quietly sitting in the back of my mind ever since. She said, it feels like you resisted motherhood for a while and now you've fully embraced it. What changed? And here's the honest thing. If that message had landed in my inbox two years ago, it would have sent me straight down a dark hole. It would have fed the mom guilt so well I'd have needed months to climb back out. So this one is me finally answering her, out loud. I had a very specific image of what motherhood would look like, and when it actually arrived, it looked nothing like the picture. I was exhausted. I was, if I'm being honest, bored. And I felt so much guilt for even thinking that, because everyone around me seemed to be glowing in exactly the season that was making me feel lost. I thought I was failing at the one thing I was supposed to be built for. What I've come to understand is the thing I most needed someone to tell me back then. Loving your children and feeling fully lit up by every single stage of raising them are two different things. You can adore your kids and still not feel like yourself in the baby years. That doesn't make you a bad mother. It makes you a human one. And some of us, it turns out, come alive in the chapters that come later. This is for the woman quietly wondering why she doesn't feel the way she was told she would. The one comparing her insides to everyone else's highlight reel. The one grieving the version of herself she was before, not knowing the best is still ahead of her. Nobody warns you that some seasons of motherhood just won't feel like yours. I'm telling you now, so you don't spend two years thinking something is wrong with you. There isn't. You're not alone. New episodes of Not Alone every Wednesday. Subscribe so you never miss one. Follow Valeria: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/valerialipovetskyblog Follow Not Alone: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notalonepod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notalone.pod Podcast: https://www.notalonepod.com/ Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/7358472 Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/valerialipovetsky What we talked about: 0:00 The DM that made me stop 0:52 Two years ago this would have wrecked me 1:37 The very specific image of motherhood I had 2:22 When it arrived, it looked nothing like the picture 2:43 I was so bored, and so guilty for feeling it 3:07 The woman I was before the kids 4:19 Trying, and failing, to find one clear memory 5:03 Feeling like I was failing at what I was built for 5:30 Everyone else looked like they were in their flow 6:20 What the curated feed does to mothers 6:44 The borrowed guilt from a script 7:09 But what about the rest of us? 7:32 Loving your kids and being lit up by every stage are two different things 7:55 What shifted with an eleven and a seven-year-old 8:19 The conversations are my favorite part now 9:08 The expectations I grew up carrying 10:38 Not every woman is built for the baby chapter 11:08 To the woman who doesn't feel it yet 11:31 It doesn't mean you're failing. It means you're human 12:14 The comparison loosened its grip 12:36 Sometimes your best motherhood years come later 13:00 You are not alone Disclaimer: The links in this description are sponsor or affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a credit or commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are people you meet once and think about for years. Codie Sanchez is one of mine. She is the founder of Contrarian Thinking, a Forbes 2026 Top Creator, and one of the most powerful voices in business on the internet, the rare person in her world who says the quiet part out loud instead of selling you the highlight reel. A New York Times bestseller with a nine-figure portfolio of businesses most people will never see the inside of, and a way of talking that makes you sit up straight. So I asked her the thing I actually wanted to know. What's the most dishonest part of the entrepreneurship dream we're all being sold? And she did not flinch. We get into why most business owners don't run their businesses, their businesses run them. Why the thing you build to give you freedom so often ends up with you by the throat. The vacation test that Gary and I failed miserably. And her whole argument, the one behind her new book Own or Be Owned, that being needed is not the same thing as being free, and most of us confuse the two until it's very expensive to learn the difference. But this one got personal fast, because Codie is about to become a mother for the first time, at the exact moment she's releasing the biggest work of her career. So we talked about what happens to a woman who built the whole machine when she has to evolve into a different woman for the next chapter. Running a business with your husband. Softness and power, and how they actually meet in leadership. Whether we even want it all, or whether we've just never been asked what we actually want. This is for the woman who is burned out, or tired, or quietly talked herself out of starting the thing. The one who suspects most of what she sees online is a little bit fake, and is right. Codie is proof you can build the business and still have the life, but only if you're honest with yourself about which life that is first. This is Codie Sanchez. New episodes of Not Alone every Wednesday. Subscribe so you never miss one. Follow Codie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codiesanchez TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realcodiesanchez YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@codiesanchezct BigDeal podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bigdeal/id1736593333 Preorder her book, Own or Be Owned: https://codiesanchez.com/book/ Follow Valeria: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/valerialipovetskyblog Follow Not Alone: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notalonepod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notalone.pod Podcast: https://www.notalonepod.com/ Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/7214312 Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/valerialipovetsky What we talked about: 3:00 Round two, and a whole new chapter 5:00 Should you even become an owner? 6:00 Everybody can build a $10 business, but should they 9:19 The most dishonest part of the entrepreneurship dream 10:30 Selling a dream that's missing all the context 12:36 The questions nobody asks before they start 13:46 The price of the visibility 14:50 What do you actually want, though 16:00 The first million is the hardest 18:30 The martyr trap 21:03 Profit and revenue, not vanity metrics 24:11 Everybody's doing the most 25:19 Getting your team invested and leveraged 28:00 I'm not happy, and I'm the one who built this 30:27 Being needed is not the same as being free 33:10 What women in particular have to unlearn 35:30 Knowing what your person actually wants 36:38 The asset nobody wants to buy 39:00 What's my real hourly wage? 42:53 This is our era, ladies 44:00 The vacation test, which Gary and I failed 46:23 It won't work if you want different things 47:28 The moment she realized she had to evolve 48:51 Fresh flowers, and building a company you want to be in 50:55 Creating something from nothing 52:17 A world builder 55:00 What if you want something different now 58:07 Running a business, and a marriage, at the same time 1:00:44 The bargain you don't want to make 1:02:44 We're more capable than we're told 1:03:38 It's okay to say you want less, too 1:06:15 Softness and power in leadership 1:08:02 Buy or build? 1:09:28 Time is the real currency 1:11:00 Rapid fire Disclaimer: The links in this description are sponsor or affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a credit or commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At thirty-nine, Cat Pierce had no marriage, no career, no baby, and no plan. If you did the math on her life the way we're all quietly taught to, she was failing. The music money was gone. The marriage was over. She had never been the one left before, and suddenly she was. And then she said the thing that made me put my pen down. Underneath all of it, she felt a flicker of freedom. Because for the first time she could admit she wasn't fulfilled, and now she got to build the life she actually wanted. I found Cat the way half the internet did, one of those videos where her whole inner monologue plays across her face without a word, and I've been a little mesmerized ever since. I wanted to know what she was drinking. Turns out the answer is a life she made twice. First act: signed at nineteen, fifteen years on the road with her sister, opening for Coldplay and Elton John, writing the song that became the sound of an entire generation. Second act, the one that got me: a beauty line she started while trying to conceive, a tarot deck she drew by hand and published, a New York Times feature, a memoir, and a daughter she had at forty-four with donor eggs and a husband she called in by writing him down on a list. None of it happened on the timeline she thought she was failing. That's the whole thing. We get into the rockstar years and what fifteen years of needing to be seen quietly did to her. The collapse, and the strange grace that grew out of it. Whether she believes we're all a little bit witches. And the line I keep repeating to every woman I know: you can miss every timeline you ever set for yourself and still land somewhere better than the place you were aiming. This is for the woman who watches everyone else hit the milestones and keeps quietly moving her own goalposts back. The one grieving a version of her life that never showed up, not yet realizing a completely different one already did. You are not behind. You are not late. You're just early to a life you haven't met yet. This is Cat Pierce. New episodes of Not Alone every Wednesday. Subscribe so you never miss one. FOLLOW CAT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamcatdog Omen Beauty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omenbycatpierce Omen Beauty + The Omen Oracle Deck: https://omenbycatpierce.com/ FOLLOW VALERIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/valerialipovetskyblog FOLLOW NOT ALONE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notalonepod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notalone.pod Website: https://www.notalonepod.com/ Shop Valeria’s look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/7077651 Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/valerialipovetsky WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT 02:16 The timeline every woman is scared of 03:11 The video where her inner talk showed up on her face 05:23 Leno, Letterman, and the rockstar years 06:10 From nineteen to her mid-thirties 07:00 What the industry taught her about being seen 09:00 Learning to read a room and grab a crowd 11:18 Saying, “That’s actually not what I want” 13:07 Being asked to show up as herself now 15:44 We’re constantly healing 17:13 The breakup that broke her open 19:22 Thirty-nine, and everything gone at once 20:54 No one is coming to save you 22:00 The maternal instinct she didn’t expect 24:46 A real blow to the ego 25:53 Drawing the first tarot cards to survive it 27:36 Feeling like she had failed 28:47 Freezing eggs and the hot topic nobody says out loud 31:00 Writing it down and calling him in with a list 35:23 You can miss the timeline and still find a way 36:01 Starting Omen Beauty while trying to conceive 37:43 The new dream and the donor egg decision 40:00 What it actually costs, financially and otherwise 42:21 Growing into a different kind of mother 44:16 Happy with one and the sister comparison 45:17 The frequency, the knowing, and trusting herself 49:00 Tarot, oracle decks, and where the art came from 51:30 You need the dark soil to grow something good 53:58 Do you believe we’re all witches? 55:30 We have more power than we’re taught 58:19 Learning to be by yourself 59:22 The Disney story we were sold 01:00:17 Shockingly low maintenance 01:04:30 The memoir and connecting all the dots 01:08:46 To the woman who’s single, tired, and sure she’s behind 01:11:27 You might just be recharging 01:13:06 Rapid fire DISCLAIMER Some links in this description may be sponsor or affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a credit or commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I have a complicated relationship with parenting experts. I usually leave them feeling worse than when I walked in, one more list of things I'm apparently getting wrong. So I sat down with Dr. Becky Kennedy, the most trusted parenting expert in the country, half braced to feel like a failure again. Instead I said the quiet thing out loud. I'm tired. I'm so tired. And the woman who wrote the book looked at me and said, me too. We're the first generation of parents in a world that never turns off. Then she told me the only thing she'll call herself an expert in is imperfect parenting, and something in me unclenched for the first time in about a year. Because here's what nobody hands you with the baby: the exhaustion isn't a sign you're doing it wrong. Sometimes it's just proof of how much you're carrying. We get into all of it. Why our kids' feelings run the entire household now, and how that even happened. Whether we're performing motherhood for an invisible audience instead of just living it. And the line I genuinely cannot shake, that optimizing for our kids' happiness is the fastest way to optimize their anxiety. She also asked me one question I was too embarrassed to answer honestly. How often are you just around your kid, quiet, not on your phone? Reader, I did not have a good answer. Somewhere in there I had to admit I don't fully know what I'm doing as a mother, and she let me off the hook in the best way: nobody does. The whole conversation kept landing on two words. Do less. So much less. I cannot tell you how good it felt to be told that by the one person allowed to say it. This is for the mom who reads every book, holds every boundary, names every feeling before it becomes a tantrum, and still lies awake certain she's the one getting it wrong. You're not. You're just tired, and you've been sold a version of good mom that was never real. This is Dr. Becky Kennedy, and I left this one lighter than I've felt in a long time. New episodes of Not Alone every Wednesday. Subscribe so you never miss one. FOLLOW DR. BECKY Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinside Good Inside Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodinside Good Inside with Dr. Becky Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-inside-with-dr-becky/id1561689671 Good Inside: https://www.goodinside.com/ FOLLOW VALERIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/valerialipovetskyblog FOLLOW NOT ALONE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notalonepod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notalone.pod Podcast: https://www.notalonepod.com/ SHOP Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/6585812 Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/valerialipovetsky WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT 2:00 My tricky relationship with parenting experts 3:30 I'm sick of it, and I don't think doing it all made me a better mom 6:10 When did being a good mom mean never stopping? 9:05 Why we hear a mother want less and think she loves them less 11:40 She's tired too, even as the one everyone runs to 13:30 Around your kids versus actually with them 16:20 The performance of motherhood 18:30 Optimizing for their comfort at every moment 21:15 Happy kids don't become happy adults the way we think 24:00 Optimizing for happiness optimizes for anxiety 26:30 The two words that change everything: I believe you 29:03 Why fixing their feelings backfires 33:10 The death of the tiger mom 36:40 The childhoods we came from 40:00 Raising them entitled without meaning to 42:23 Stop negotiating the same thing every day 45:30 A firm boundary and real empathy at the same time 49:15 What she actually does at seven in the morning 52:00 She doesn't parent like Dr. Becky either 55:30 Do less. So much less 58:42 You yell, I yell, and then we repair 1:02:41 Repair is the whole thing 1:05:30 This isn't really a parenting book 1:07:05 Perfect parenting was never the goal DISCLAIMER The links in this description are sponsor or affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a credit or commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I think I'm a little over the mental health conversation. I know how that sounds, so stay with me. I believe in therapy. It has helped me more than I can say, and I'll keep doing the work. This isn't about anxiety, or burnout, or real trauma. Those are their own conversations, and they matter. This is about something else, something that started out helpful and quietly turned into something I'm not sure is helping us anymore. Here's what I keep noticing. Every uncomfortable feeling has become a red flag. Every hard week has to mean something. We've built this whole vocabulary, attachment style, nervous system, activated, aligned, not aligned, and we've started reaching for it to describe a bad Wednesday. Somewhere in there we forgot the difference between something being hard and something being wrong. They feel almost the same in the body. They are not the same thing. So I get into how you actually tell them apart, because that's the muscle I think we've lost. Hard gets quieter when you sit with it. Wrong gets louder. Hard makes you bigger. Wrong makes you smaller. Hard moves through and ends. Wrong feels the same today as it did three months ago. And then I get honest about my own life, the modeling shoot at fourteen where I froze, the year I moved to Canada and was depressed the whole time and stayed anyway, marrying Gary at twenty-one through all the judgment, filming my first videos alone and cringing the entire time. If I'd read any of that as a sign to stop, I wouldn't have the life I have now. I'm not saying this from the other side of it. I'm in it this week, still catching myself calling something "not aligned" when the truth is I was just scared. But I'd rather be the woman who tried the thing and complained the whole way than the one who protected her peace so carefully she never learned anything about herself. There's a difference between protecting your peace and protecting your potential. This one's a developing conversation, and I want to keep having it with you. New episodes of Not Alone every Wednesday. Subscribe so you never miss one. Follow Valeria: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/valerialipovetskyblog Follow Not Alone: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notalonepod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notalone.pod Podcast: https://www.notalonepod.com/ Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/6814030 Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/valerialipovetsky What we talked about: (1:03) I think I'm ready to say some truths (1:23) I'm a little over the mental health conversation (1:49) What I actually mean, and what I believe in (2:11) The stuff I'm not talking about: anxiety, burnout, real trauma (2:46) Every uncomfortable feeling has become a red flag (3:04) The whole vocabulary we've built (3:46) Borrowing that language for things that are just hard (4:46) We're making ourselves scared of our own lives (5:02) The difference between hard and wrong (6:26) If they feel the same in the body, how do you tell? (7:19) One: hard gets quieter, wrong gets louder (7:56) Two: hard makes you bigger, wrong makes you smaller (8:41) Three: hard moves, wrong stays (9:18) Every version of me I'm proud of came from discomfort (9:48) Fourteen, and frozen at the modeling shoot (10:25) Moving to Canada at twenty, depressed for a year, and staying (11:03) Marrying Gary at twenty-one, and the judgment (11:36) Filming alone, cringing, wanting to quit (12:34) My mom, the loudest voice in my head (12:46) Her story: a single mother starting over with nothing (13:23) She had to trust herself because there was nothing else (14:20) The millennial load, and the muscle we lost (15:25) I'm not speaking from the other side. I'm in it this week (16:05) The cage of overhealing (16:21) Feeling a hard thing without naming it (16:51) The difference between rest and avoidance (17:12) Catching myself using the language to avoid (17:52) The version of me who feels ready is never coming (18:35) To the woman who's quietly tired of all of it (19:00) You're allowed to feel things without diagnosing them (19:49) Protecting your peace vs protecting your potential (20:14) I'd rather be the woman who tried the thing (20:18) A developing conversation. Tell me where you stand Disclaimer: The links in this description are sponsored or affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a credit or commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A billion views. Twelve million women. All of it started on a living room floor, postpartum, in lockdown, with a phone and no plan. Jo had gained fifty pounds, she was in the middle of postpartum depression, and she has said her body was nothing she recognized. She almost didn't press record. She thought if she showed up looking like that, people would look away. She showed up anyway. Not for an audience, not for the algorithm, not even for the woman she used to be. And that quiet decision, made on a bad day when nothing felt possible, is the whole reason twelve million women found her. We got into the girl before all of it. One of eleven kids, a family band, university at sixteen. Why she gave up training athletes to train regular women. The husband she met on a shoot, the one who never pulls her down. The woman in China who told her that her smile through a screen was the only thing that got her through the pandemic. The first stage she ever walked onto turned out to be an arena of forty thousand. And she said the smartest thing about consistency I've heard anyone say out loud. It isn't a daily workout. It's knowing what season you're actually in and showing up for that one. Two fifteen-minute workouts a week after a baby counts. So does a workout every day when life lets you. Neither one is failing. We talk about transformation like the point is the after photo. I don't think it is. The real story is the woman who got on the floor when nothing felt possible and chose herself anyway. Coming home to yourself isn't a transformation. It's a decision. Quiet, daily, usually made when no one is watching. New episodes of Not Alone every Wednesday. Subscribe so you never miss one. Follow Jo: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growwithjo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@growwithjo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@growwithjo Follow Valeria: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/valerialipovetskyblog Follow Not Alone: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notalonepod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notalone.pod Podcast: https://www.notalonepod.com/ Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/6634193 Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/valerialipovetsky What we talked about: 3:00 The girl before Grow With Jo 3:41 One of eleven kids, and a family band 8:52 University at sixteen 11:04 A new school, and learning to adapt 14:03 Why she left training athletes for regular women 17:26 The moment she knew she could reach more people 19:46 This is what I actually look like now 21:50 The first baby, and the lockdown 22:57 The weight, and the out-of-body feeling 24:19 It gave me purpose instead of feeling sorry for myself 24:44 The first step was the living room floor 25:19 Too embarrassed to film at first 26:01 I didn't want to do my therapy in public 26:56 Moving to Florida, four months postpartum 28:19 Posting it on YouTube, and I guess that's what I do now 28:41 Meeting her husband on a shoot 32:33 China, and the woman whose day her smile got through 35:47 Her first stage was forty thousand people 38:30 Consistency is not a daily workout 40:13 Stay consistent to stay confident 41:04 Faith, and crying through a workout 44:10 Coming home to yourself is not a transformation 45:21 Larry, the husband who never pulls her down 46:44 The loneliness of building alone 48:34 Why she sought out Creator Method 50:58 London, and the power of the right environment 52:41 Where Grow With Jo goes next 54:53 Not alone, and women meeting in person 55:21 Keeping the team small and the culture intact 56:45 One thing she'd tell the woman on her couch 58:14 Rapid fire 1:01:52 Close Disclaimer: The links in this description are sponsor or affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a credit or commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's a book every woman I know is reading right now. It's called Strangers, Belle Burden's memoir, and Gwyneth Paltrow just bought the rights to turn it into a film. I picked it up expecting to join the bandwagon. I did not expect it to hold up a mirror. It's about a woman whose husband leaves, and in the rubble of that she realizes she doesn't know a single real thing about her own financial life. What they own, whether her name is on anything, where she stands. He walks out the door and takes the whole map of her life with him, because she never once looked at it herself. Here's the part I couldn't shake. Her marriage looked exactly like mine. Fifteen years in, three boys, my name on everything we've built, my own money since I was a teenager. I always thought that was what independence meant, making your own money. It took me fifteen years to realize independence is actually knowing what your own money is doing, and I closed that book and realized I didn't. Her husband had to leave for her to find out. Mine is sitting right here with me, and I still didn't know So I brought it to Gary, in the least graceful way possible, in the car on the way to dinner, and it did not go how I planned. We get into the prenup I signed at 21 and why the math has since flipped to protect me, the fight that followed, why he heard my questions and thought I was about to end our marriage, and the difference between trusting someone and actually knowing your own life. We only ever teach women this after a marriage is already over. I think that's backwards. I think a good marriage is the best place in the world to have this conversation, so I brought him here to have the rest of it with you. New episodes of Not Alone every Wednesday. Subscribe so you never miss one. Follow Gary: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garylipovetsky Follow Valeria: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/valerialipovetskyblog Follow Not Alone: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notalonepod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notalone.pod Podcast: https://www.notalonepod.com/ Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/6367477 Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/valerialipovetsky What we talked about: 0:00 The book that scared me 1:02 How I brought it to Gary 2:23 My money, and watching my mom 5:09 Gary's parents and the scarcity mindset 7:12 The day you said yes, everything became ours 10:50 Beyond the prenup 11:56 Signing it 15 years ago 13:54 The prenup was protecting me too 14:44 Re-examining it now that the math has flipped 16:05 If a friend asked for a prenup and she said no 17:19 Bringing it to the present 28:42 I keep myself in the dark 35:01 You thought I wanted a divorce 35:21 Not in the car on the way to dinner 43:21 I trusted him, so I thought I didn't need to know 45:32 Knowing the balance now, and estate planning 47:50 The way I think finances should work in a marriage 52:12 Making money and raising kids is not the whole marriage 55:16 What I'd tell other women 58:25 Did you learn anything about yourself? Disclaimer: The links in this description are sponsor or affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a credit or commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I posted a video in my car saying I stopped getting my nails done and my life got better. That was it. One less appointment, one less thing to manage. I thought I had cracked the code, and the code was nails. Then the internet lost it. Twice. The first time, women were relieved, like nobody had told them opting out was allowed. A year later, it came back and turned into something else entirely. First, I was broke for not doing my nails. Then, I was rich for not doing my nails. My little video ended up next to Carolyn Bessette in think pieces, and I am over here just trying not to drive to a salon. So I called Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton, who built Chillhouse from one SoHo salon into the brand that created the press-on category. She said the part I had not thought about at all: when I skip my nails, it gets called quiet luxury. When a woman of color skips hers, it can read like she is not keeping up. Same bare nail, completely different verdict. I had become the poster child of a trend I never signed up for, and I had not once considered whose hand it was on. We stayed there for a while. Why we go after each other so hard over our own faces. Whether we quietly judge other women, which she answered honestly instead of pretending she does not. What her mother's spa in Queens had—a room full of women talking for hours—that we do not really have anymore. Why she builds loudly and improves quietly. And what it is actually like to build a company with the man you are married to, which is its own thing entirely. At the end, I asked her what women are not saying out loud right now. She said she wishes we could fully own being who we want to be and not feel bad about it. We can change, we can stay the same, and we can do whatever we want. I think a lot of women need to hear that right now. Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton is the founder and CEO of Chillhouse, the self-care brand she built from a single SoHo salon into one of the most influential beauty companies of her generation. She is the woman behind Chill Tips, the press-on line that helped redefine what nail care even is. An Inc. Female Founders honoree and one of WWD's 40 of Tomorrow, she partnered with Kiss Beauty Group in a deal that keeps Chillhouse independent, staying on as CEO with her team and her SoHo flagship intact. She is a wife, a mother, and a proud Colombian-American—the daughter of an esthetician who started with a single chair in Jackson Heights and grew it into four stores. The Queen of Chill. Cyndi's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyndiramirez Chillhouse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chillhouse Valeria's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky Valeria's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky Not Alone's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notalonepod Not Alone's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notalone.pod Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/6367477 WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT: 0:00 – I posted one video about my nails 2:16 – Why she called the Queen of Nails 3:37 – The year it came back and changed shape 5:37 – Becoming the poster child she never signed up for 6:39 – The part that did not sit right with her 7:52 – Are we bored, or is everything a trend? 8:57 – Who actually wears bare nails 10:06 – The question nobody wanted to ask out loud 11:01 – Valeria pushes back: status or race? 12:23 – Why beauty is so loaded 12:41 – Burgundy hair, black eyeliner, and needing a flag to carry 14:15 – So I'm trending now? 15:29 – Wait, I have a choice 15:36 – Russian mother, Colombian mother, same rules 17:10 – Her mother's chair in Jackson Heights 17:38 – What those rooms full of women had 19:18 – Building Chillhouse and self-care as a necessity 21:04 – Why people still crave the salon 25:59 – Holding two truths: organic and Botox 28:08 – The Botox conversation she was scared to have 29:18 – Why she talks about what she gets done 30:33 – The magazine where Valeria did not recognize her own face 31:15 – Cyndi's teenage modeling years 31:56 – Do you judge other women? Be honest 33:44 – Judging as a mirror, not a verdict 33:54 – Each other's greatest critics, each other's greatest teachers 34:46 – The real takeaway from the bare-nail discourse 35:07 – Recession indicator to status symbol 36:42 – The poster child of having fun with beauty 37:45 – Finding a personal style and dressing like a chameleon 38:29 – Being the face of the brand 40:09 – 2020: putting nails in women's hands at home 41:21 – The pivot, the pandemic, and making payroll 43:12 – The intuition she never second-guessed 43:43 – Why intuition is the business skill 47:28 – Build loudly, improve quietly 50:35 – When vulnerability goes too far 52:34 – Leaving New York to find solid ground 53:51 – Building a company with the person you married 57:06 – The real version of building with your husband 59:02 – The coach they needed and the next version of themselves 1:00:34 – Rapid fire 1:02:28 – What women aren't saying out loud Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelly Piquet was born into Formula 1 royalty. Her father is Nelson Piquet, a three-time world champion. Her partner is Max Verstappen, a four-time champion. She has millions of followers watching her life, and most of them think they know her. They don't. This is the first time Kelly has sat down for a real conversation, and she goes places she never has before. She talks about growing up inside a name that opened every door, then walking away from it at eighteen to move to New York and become nobody. About the version of herself who climbed Kilimanjaro on a whim, and where that fearlessness went. About what it actually takes to protect your own identity inside the most-watched relationship in sport, to build a modern partnership where two ambitious people refuse to disappear into each other. About raising children in the glare of it all, and why she's decided that not every meaningful moment deserves an audience. It's a conversation about being seen versus being known, about holding on to yourself when the world has already written your story, and about the quiet cost of a life that belongs to everyone but you. Kelly's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellypiquet Valeria's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky Valeria's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky Not Alone's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notalonepod/?hl=en Not Alone's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notalone.pod Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/6233292 What We Talked About: 0:00 - The F1 first lady 3:00 - Meeting Kelly first, the world second 4:16 - Why she finally said yes to this 5:05 - Growing up around greatness 6:40 - Breaking free from a name that wasn't hers 7:05 - Going to New York to be nobody 9:00 - The plane, the headphones, taking over the city 11:00 - The UN dream, Tanzania, Kilimanjaro 13:44 - Leaving fashion, going home, regrouping 16:50 - The thing she refuses to shy away from 17:00 - The price of being visible 20:00 - The part of herself she fought hardest to keep 22:33 - Modern partnership, and two people not managing ego 26:29 - Criticism, lies, and the line around her children 31:47 - The season of experience, and slowing down 34:11 - What motherhood made her say no to 44:19 - Raising grounded kids in a privileged world 49:40 - Rapid fire, and the F1 first lady title 52:47 - Valeria's takeaways: your story is yours to hold❤️ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Nutrafol, the #1-selling hair growth supplement brand. Start from within to see thicker, fuller hair in 3-6 months. Use code VALERIA for $10 off your first month at https://nutrafol.com In this episode of Not Alone, Valeria sits down with board-certified dermatologist and lifestyle medicine expert Dr. Heather Woolery-Lloyd for an eye-opening conversation about hair health, supplements, stress, and what it means to take a whole-body approach to hair thinning. From postpartum shedding to perimenopausal thinning, Dr. Heather breaks down why hair changes and why it takes time to see results. She also helps break down why so many women feel confused by the supplement space. She shares what to really look for in your supplements - from clinical trials and randomized controlled studies to third-party certifications like NSF.  Valeria opens up about her own postpartum hair experience, and the women discuss the emotional toll hair changes can take. Dr. Heather also shares simple, actionable shifts, like five-minute meditation, daily walks, and realistic habit-building, that make wellness feel less overwhelming and more sustainable. Learn more about Nutrafol: https://nutrafol.com Dr. Heather’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drheathermd/Dr. Heather’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drheathermd Valeria’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/Valeria’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky Not Alone’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notalonepod/Not Alone’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notalone.pod Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/3551713 What We Talked About: 0:34 – Valentine’s Day, stress & post-holiday burnout 1:45 – Getting Motivated for 2026 2:45 – Meet Dr. Heather Woolery-Lloyd 5:38 – Why she chose dermatology 6:50 – What is lifestyle medicine? 9:05 – The truth about supplements (and doctor skepticism) 10:29 – Why hair takes 3–6 months to respond 12:30 – Stress, sleep & actionable daily habits 15:00 – Why baby steps beat perfection 17:30 – How to read a supplement label (efficacy + safety) 18:55 – What NSF certification actually means 20:25 – Counterfeit supplements & buying safely 23:09 – The importance of randomized controlled trials 25:20 – Types of Hair Thinning 26:07 – Active Ingredients in Nutrafol 28:22 – Supplement stacking: helpful or harmful? 30:00 – Should you be getting blood work? 35:24 – Dr. Heather’s 3 supplement rules 37:10 – The psychological impact of hair thinning 38:38 – How can supplements fail us? 40:58 – Gray hair: is innovation coming? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special episode, Valeria revisits some of her most powerful and revealing conversations with iconic women in modeling - going beyond the runway & behind the camera to explore identity, resilience, motherhood, and the experiences that shaped who they are today. Kelsey Merritt opens up about growing up in the Philippines with a strict mother, navigating the modeling industry as a biracial woman, and how her immigrant family values gave her thick skin. Next, Jasmine Tookes reflects on being raised by a young single mother, always knowing she wanted to be a model, and building confidence in an industry where she was often the only Black woman in the room. Finally, Miranda Kerr joins Valeria for a deeply honest conversation about life after Victoria’s Secret. Her motherhood journey - as a mom of four boys, miscarriage, breastfeeding, aging, and more. Miranda shares how her priorities have shifted and tells us more about her brand, KORA Organics.  Together, these conversations peel back the layers behind globally recognized faces to reveal the real women underneath - their values, doubts, lessons, and quiet strength. Follow The Women - Kelsey MerrittInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelseymerritt/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kelseymerritt Jasmine Tookes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jtookes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jastookes Miranda KerrInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mirandakerr/KORA Organics: https://koraorganics.com Valeria’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/Valeria’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky Not Alone’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notalonepod/Not Alone’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notalone.pod Shop My Looks: https://shopmy.us/collections/3871837?tab=collections What we talked about: 0:00 – Introduction 1:57 – Kelsey Merritt: growing up Filipina & being scouted online 4:05 – Kelsey Merritt: Strict immigrant parents & modeling feedback 6:03 – Kelsey Merritt: Identity, representation & being “the first” 11:16 – Kelsey Merritt: Commercial vs high fashion modeling realities 14:49 – Kelsey Merritt: Discovering independence in New York 18:04 – Kelsey Merritt: Beauty standards in the Philippines 24:25 – Introducing Jasmine Tookes 26:13 – Jasmine Tookes: Dreaming of Victoria’s Secret from childhood 28:03 –Jasmine Tookes: Modeling young & having a protective mom 33:18 – Jasmine Tookes: Being the only Black model in the room 35:21 –Jasmine Tookes:  Motherhood & identity shifts 39:23 – Jasmine Tookes: Daddy issues & family boundaries 42:52 – Introducing Miranda Kerr 45:34 – Miranda Kerr: Choosing not to return to Victoria’s Secret 47:06 – Miranda Kerr: Motherhood & breastfeeding 49:02 – Miranda Kerr: Miscarriage 52:17 – Miranda Kerr: Raising boys & navigating teen years 56:06 – Miranda Kerr: Wellness, skincare & aging with gratitude 1:00:49 – Final reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this solo episode, Valeria shares why she’s intentionally choosing a quieter year, and what that really looks like in a world that constantly asks us to be louder, faster, and more visible. She reflects on her approach to 2026 - why she doesn’t want it to be a “bigger” year, and how focusing on less distraction has brought her more clarity and joy. She also recaps a recent trip to the Dominican Republic with her boys, opening up about how different traveling feels now that her kids are older. And how those slower, more present moments reminded her of what truly matters. Throughout the episode, she shares practical shifts she’s making - like using the Be Present app, protecting offline moments, and choosing opportunities that expand her life, not just her calendar. From living more offline and rethinking her relationship with social media, to finding balance as a creator whose work exists online, Valeria explores the tension between visibility and peace. And why not everything meaningful needs an audience while it’s forming? This is a good listen for anyone craving more calm, fewer distractions, and a slower, more intentional way of living. Shop my looks from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/3768639?tab=collections Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  Reel By Jasmine Darke: https://www.instagram.com/reels/DQBSaPWElUe/ The Art of Spending Money: https://amzn.to/4rmMF4U What I talked about:  1:00 - Living offline as a modern status symbol 1:55 - Traveling with older kids  4:00 - Reconnecting through simple moments 5:00 - Be Present App & & limiting social media 6:40 - It’s officially 2026 7:25 - Why 2026 is about quiet, not “more” 9:25 - Finding balance & cutting the noise 10:30 - Why not everything meaningful needs an audience 12:10 - Joy, hobbies, and staying in a student mindset 15:00 - Offline Living 20:40 - How we accomplish this 21:27 - The Art of Spending Money  24:08 - Thinking Outside the Culture Bubble 26:02 - Protecting your mind as a form of wealth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vivian Tu, aka Your Rich BFF, is back on Not Alone to talk about her new book, Well Endowed, and what it really means to build a life that’s financially aligned, intentional, and values-driven. In this conversation, Valeria and Vivian break down the idea of “optimization” in everyday life, from money habits shaped by childhood lessons (including her now-famous Chinese buffet analogy) to understanding your personal value system and learning how to resist the constant pull of targeted marketing. They dive into media literacy, why spending money feels easier than ever, and how to decide what’s truly worth it. Vivian also gets personal about building a strong financial foundation, getting financially honest with your partner, navigating prenups as a form of choice (not mistrust), and why women need to deeply understand their finances. The episode closes with a thoughtful look at teaching kids about money, estate planning basics, and how to leave behind more than just dollars - plus a peek at Vivian’s new financial platform, Ask Dolly. Follow Vivian Tu on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/your.richbff/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yourrichbff?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/yourrichbff Listen to Her Podcast: https://www.yourrichbff.com/podcast Get Financial Advice from Vivian: https://askdolly.com/ Shop Her New Book HERE: https://www.harpercollins.com/pages/wellendowed Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/3614194 Follow me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky?lang=en Not Alone TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notalone.pod?lang=en What we talked about:  0:25 - Setting up the episode 1:00 - Introducing Vivian Tu 2:37 - Start of interview 3:00 - What’s new with Vivian 4:23 - Inspiration behind “Well Endowed” 7:37 - Optimization in your life 7:49 - Lessons from the chinese buffet 10:33 - Figuring out your value system 12:50 - The importance of media literacy 14:25 - The ease of marketers targeting you 16:05 - Deciding if the purchase is worth it 18:35 - Not enough friction in the purchasing process  24:35 - Building your financial house 24:57 - Why women need to understand their finances 27:24 - Getting financially naked with your partner 30:00 - Social media setting unrealistic relationship standards 33:51 - Early days with her husband  35:44 - Falling in love with his generosity 37:40 - Prenups are about choice, not mistrust 41:53 - Teaching kids financial literacy  44:06 - Not leaving your children every dollar you have 47:29 - Telling your children “Yes, if…” 48:50 - Estate planning basics 53:44 - Leaving impressions for the readers 54:42 - New financial platform “Ask Dolly” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Not Alone, Valeria sits down with one of the original social media influencers and SAME founder & CEO Shea Marie, for a candid conversation about evolution, personally, publicly, and professionally. Shea opens up about entering a new season of life, from ringing in the New Year in Aspen and sharing her engagement story to navigating what it really means to keep a relationship both public and protected. Together, they talk about dating in the spotlight, why Shea has intentionally chosen to share less online, and how her relationship with the internet has changed over time. Shea reflects on her early move to LA, her first tough job in PR, and the lessons that ultimately led her to start blogging at a time when influencers weren’t taken seriously. She dives into the realities of being an OG in the space, from doing unpaid campaigns and being underestimated, to learning how to separate herself as a creator from the brand she built. Shea also talks about the journey of building and scaling SAME, what the future holds for the brand, and the one belief she had to unlearn along the way. This episode is about growth, boundaries, and building something that lasts. Follow Shea Marie on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheamarie/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sheamarieofficial?lang=en Shop SAME: https://www.samelosangeles.com/collections/shop-all Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/3622996?tab=collections Follow me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky?lang=en Not Alone TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notalone.pod?lang=en What we talked about:  0:29 - Valeria’s 2026 energy 2:53 - Introducing Shea Marie 3:52 - Start of interview 4:29 - Shae’s New Year’s in Aspen 7:07 - Engagement story 8:13 - Making your relationship public vs private 11:05 - Dating as a public figure 12:45 - The shift to sharing less online 18:15 - Her move to LA and terrible first job 19:50 - Lessons learned from PR job 20:45 - Starting her blog 24:00 - No respect for early-day influencers 24:55 - Separating the influencer from the brand 27:27 - Creating SAME 29:15 - Highs and lows as an OG influencer 32:53 - Doing a free campaign for Forever21 35:55 - Running and growing a brand 40:47 - The future of SAME 44:01 - One belief she had to unlearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special episode of Not Alone, Gary and Valeria sit down with beloved creator and entrepreneur Camila Coelho and her husband Icaro - who, for the first time ever, steps up to the mic beside her. The four of them talk about bonding during their trip to Brazil, celebrating Carnival, what it’s really like being the husband behind a social media powerhouse, and the early days of Camila’s YouTube career when she had no idea what she was doing. Camila and Icaro share the highs and growing pains of becoming business partners, from figuring out their roles to navigating the pressure that success places on their relationship. The conversation goes deep on identity shifts, the messy days when you don’t see eye to eye, and why being recognized for the work you do, even behind-the-scenes, matters. Plus, how they stay grounded in gratitude, and their hopes for the future as entrepreneurs and parents raising a son in the social media age. A rare and intimate look at love, life, and building something real together. Follow Camila on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camilacoelho/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@camilacoelho?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDl9AK32Xzr_2UOxjt03f6w Website: https://camilacoelho.com/ Shop Elaluz: https://www.elaluz.com/ Follow Icaro: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/icarobrenner/?hl=en Shop my look from this episode:  https://shopmy.us/collections/3446110?tab=collections Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about:  0:29 - Setting up Camila & Icaro’s episode 1:20 - Start of interview 1:30 - Connecting in Brazil  2:50 - Celebrating Carnival 3;44 - Behind-the-scenes husbands 5:58 - Icaro’s first podcast with Camila 6:35 - How Icaro & Camila met 11:00 - Their love for Brazil 13:31 - Camila’s start on social media 15:05 - Early days posting on YouTube 19:54 - Going into business together 24:00 - The challenge of dividing the roles 27:57 - Learning how to work with each other 29:05 - Advice for getting husbands and partners on board 33:35 - Icaro & Gary on perception & recognition  35:51 - Career pressures affecting your personal relationship 42:24 - Not getting along 44:40 - Identity changes within the relationship 49:35 - What’s next for them 52:04 - Gratitude & contentment 54:42 - Social media moms raising sons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Little Saints, a zero-sugar, non-alcoholic cocktail and spirits brand created for people who love the ritual of drinking but not the aftermath. Use code VALERIA for 15% off at https://littlesaints.com In this episode of Not Alone, Valeria sits down with Megan Klein, founder of Little Saints, a non-alcoholic cocktails and spirits brand, for a candid conversation about sober curiosity, reinvention, and building a business that challenges the way we socialize. Megan shares her unconventional career path and what she discovered after testing nearly every non-alcoholic drink on the market. They dive into betting on yourself, her Shark Tank experience (and why she walked away from the offers), and her complicated relationship with the word “sober.” The conversation goes deeper into the physical and emotional effects of alcohol, why so many of us drink to numb, and what dating without alcohol can look like. Megan also opens up about how her personal experiences, including extensive work with ayahuasca, shaped her outlook on wellness, presence, and connection. It’s a thoughtful, honest episode about choosing clarity, building something meaningful, and redefining what it means to feel good. Follow Little Saints on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/littlesaintsco/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@littlesaintsco Shop Little Saints drinks here: https://littlesaints.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoruaDMYXrtdiYTR7lCR2iMKX2fpyV74KyHXDhxcv7bg1zQ7Omza Megan’s Book Recs: The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron - https://amzn.to/498dvYq  A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas - https://amzn.to/44QVHys  Shop my looks from this episode:  https://shopmy.us/collections/3446096?tab=collections Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about:  0:20 - Dry January & Sober Curiosity  2:35 - Introducing Megan Klein 4:19 - Start of interview 6:55 - Her common thread through careers 9:55 - Pivot from farming to a food brand 12:04 - Birth of Little Saints during Covid 13:18 - Testing all the non-alcoholic drinks 15:03 - Explaining Little Saints 16:50 - Decision to invest her own money 17:28 - Selling Little Saints out of a trailer 19:18 - Megan’s Shark Tank experience 21:57 - Why she didn't take the deal 22:40 - After the tank 23:40 - Why she dislikes the word ‘sober’ 27:30 - The side effects of drinking alcohol  31:30 - Drinking to numb ourselves 33:00 - Personal benefits from not drinking 35:54 - Doing Ayahuasca 60 times  38:16 - Lessons learned from Ayahuasca 39:42 - Data about the impact of alcohol  41:14 - Dating without alcohol  43:50 - What’s next for Little Saints 48:10 - Megan’s book recommendations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we’re rolling out some of Gary’s most iconic moments on Not Alone with a compilation of his most memorable conversations. We’re starting with the story of how Gary and Valeria’s age gap shaped their relationship from day one, how their mothers reacted, the moment Gary asked for Valeria’s hand in marriage. Then, we shift into a raw and revealing conversation about infidelity, why men cheat, the role of emotional maturity, the importance of communication, and why working on yourself is essential to building a lasting relationship. Finally, we dive into marriage and money: power dynamics, childhood beliefs around wealth, business wins and losses, spending freedoms in marriage, and the decisions that shaped their future together. This is the ultimate “Gary Edition,” full of vulnerability, humor, and the kind of perspective you can only get from Mr. Lipovetsky. Listen to the full episodes here: Bridging the Gap: Age Differences and Marital Challenges with Gary Lipovetsky: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hCykGJXAgE&t=1153s Why Do Men Cheat? Understanding Infidelity in Relationships & Marriage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0FlLiQmsxI Money and Marriage: An Honest Conversation About Our Finances with Gary Lipovetsky: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UOzQ6arTX44 Shop my looks from this episode:  https://www.shopltk.com/explore/valerialipovetsky/posts/1fb71221-858b-11ee-83c1-0242ac110002 https://shopmy.us/collections/1442019 https://shopmy.us/collections/2203496?tab=collections Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky Follow Not Alone: https://www.instagram.com/notalonepod/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@notalone.pod What we talked about:  0:28 - Setting up Gary’s compilation episode 2:52 - What their moms thought of their age gap 7:10 - Asking Valeria’s mom for her hand in marriage 8:02 - Gary’s relationship with Valeria’s mom 10:13 - Advice for couples with an age gap  12:36 - The mentality difference when it comes to age 15:34 - Gary uplifting Valeria’s career 16:37 - Meeting Kris Jenner 19:00 - Gary’s proudest moments 20:35 - Theories on why men cheat 27:13 - Why men in their 20s cheat 30:19 - Gary was a ghoster 35:00 - The golden cage 35:50 - Communication is key 36:24 - Being satisfied with your marriage 38:10 - Importance of working on yourself in marriage 39:35 - Valeria never feeling poor as a child 41:43 - Gary’s deal that didn’t go through 45:20 - Wives needing permission to spend money 49:44 - Best money Gary has ever spent 50:50 - Valeria’s nutrition diploma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Part 2 of Valeria’s conversation with Dr. Mindy Pelz, the focus shifts from understanding menopause to actively working with it to improve your life. Dr. Mindy introduces the concept of “microdosing menopause,” breaking down simple, daily habits women can use to support their changing brains and bodies, from metabolic markers like hemoglobin A1C to lifestyle shifts that ease anxiety and improve energy. They dive into why menopause often acts as a mirror, revealing what’s no longer working in your life, while reframing this phase as a powerful leadership chapter rooted in the “grandmother hypothesis.” The episode also covers how to communicate changes with partners, which hormones to check at different ages, how to build a true alliance with your doctor, and a clear-eyed discussion of peptides and hormone replacement therapy. Ultimately, Dr. Mindy reframes menopause not as something to “get through,” but as a strategic, self-aware upgrade, one that gives women the tools, clarity and confidence to step into the most grounded and powerful phase of their lives. Follow Dr. Mindy on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.mindypelz/?hl=en TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@drmindypelz YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/drmindypelz Shop her new book, AGE LIKE A GIRL, and others: https://www.drmindypelz.com/books Listen to her podcast: https://www.drmindypelz.com/resetter-podcast Shop my looks from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/3269976?tab=collections Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about:  0:24 - End of Hanukkah  0:42 - Setting up Part 2 with Dr. Mindy 1:35 - ‘Microdosing Menopause’ concept 3:15 - Start of conversation 4:02 - Make sure hemoglobin A1C is close to 5 4:45 - Daily habits you can do to support the changes 6:15 - Communicating changes with partners 10:50 - What’s causing anxiety 13:28 - Menopause is a mirror of what is & isn’t working  16:10 - The grandmother hypothesis 19:16 - The leadership phase 26:00 - What hormones women should check at certain ages 30:15 - Form an alliance with your doctor 32:45 - What we need to know about peptides 34:22 - Pros and Cons of Hormone Replacement Therapy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In part one of this powerful and insightful two-part conversation of Not Alone, Valeria sits down with Dr. Mindy Pelz to unpack the real reason she wrote Age Like a Girl, and why menopause is far more than a hormonal ending, but a profound rewiring of a woman’s brain and identity. Dr. Mindy opens up about her own breaking point, the need to pull away and admit “I’m not okay,” and what actually happens to women emotionally, neurologically, and metabolically as estrogen fades. Together, they explore the loss of key neurochemicals, the shift away from people-pleasing, and why menopause may be preparing women to become better, more intentional leaders. This episode also offers practical insight for women in their 30s and 40s on lifestyle changes, micro-habits, and ways to support dopamine, serotonin, and metabolic health, setting the foundation for the next chapter of power rather than decline. Follow Dr. Mindy on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.mindypelz/?hl=en TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@drmindypelz YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/drmindypelz Shop her books: https://www.drmindypelz.com/books Listen to her podcast: https://www.drmindypelz.com/resetter-podcast Shop my looks from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/3269976?tab=collections Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about:  0:35 - Celebrating the holidays with family 2:05 - Introducing Dr. Mindy Pelz 4:16 - Start of the interview 5:12 - Why she wrote “Age Like a Girl” 8:42 - Dr. Mindy’s personal journey with menopause 11:00 - The breaking point  11:52 - Pulling away & needing isolation 14:07 - Admitting to people “I’m not okay” 17:43 - What happens to women after menopause 18:45 - Losing the neurons that make women people-pleasers 20:56 - Learning to ask yourself “What do I want?” 23:36 - The three phases of rewiring in women’s brains 26:01 - Menopause rewires women to be better leaders 29:20 - Losing over 12 different neurochemicals  30:51 - What 30 & 40-year-olds need to know now 31:08 - Lifestyle & neurochemical shifts 32:10 - Getting metabolic system in order 34:26 - Making time for yourself 35:24 - Ways to help dopamine & serotonin  39:04 - Shifting out of your old habits 40:36 - Becoming more sensitive to your environment 42:36 - Microdosing habits Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special “Miami Besties” episode of Not Alone, Valeria brings together the most memorable, honest, and vulnerable moments from her conversations with the women closest to her. The episode begins with friend Vita Sidorkina, whose conversation dives into raising resilient kids, the value of honesty with children, and the Russian cultural principles she still carries. Plus, an open conversation about how “daddy issues” can shape who we choose to marry and life with a husband who is 20 years older. Next, Isabela Grutman reflects on what marrying young taught her, navigating the early modeling world, and the reality of “high-value” men. We also get into long-term partnerships, and what it means to renegotiate your marriage as you evolve. Then, Martha Graeff opens up about her first marriage, the courage it took to prioritize her mental health, and the financial realities of leaving, including why she believes prenups are empowering, not limiting. Finally, Camila Coelho shares her deeply personal experience growing up with epilepsy, from getting diagnosed as a child to managing her condition as an adult, and the stigma that still surrounds it.  Together, these conversations reveal the raw, real, and resilient sides of womanhood, friendship,and the stories that shape us. Shop my looks from this episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/3190104 Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky?lang=en Follow Not Alone TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notalone.pod What we talked about:  0:26 - Setting up the “Miami Besties” Episode 1:53 - Introducing friend Vita Sidorkina  3:22 - Start of Vita  3:26 - Bringing back honest communication with children 5:09 - People being too soft 7:28 - Russian values Vita holds on to 9:50 - Not growing up with childhood trauma 11:15 - Daddy issues & marital age-gaps 15:21 - Introducing friend Isabela Grutman 16:22 - Start of Isabela  16:26 - Wasting people’s time 18:06 - Marrying young vs. later in life 21:47 - Modeling at a young age 22:57 - Women looking for high-value men 23:53 - Lessons from marriage 25:15 - Not taking everything personally 26:18 - Renegotiating the marriage terms 30:01 - Introducing friend Martha Graeff 31:07 - Start of Martha  31:28 - Early days with her ex-husband 33:35 - Prioritizing mental health 35:16 - Financial aspect of leaving your marriage 36:09 - Importance of a prenup  38:25 - Introducing friend Camila Coehlo 39:41 - Start of Camila  40:19 - Getting diagnosed with epilepsy as a child 44:00 - Managing her type of epilepsy 45:55 - The stigma around epilepsy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Not Alone, Valeria and Gary sit down to unpack the wild, hilarious, and surprising stories that caught their attention recently. What starts as a response to her last solo episode, quickly turns into a rapid-fire conversation about everything from “Scrotox” going mainstream to the debate around who really sets beauty standards. They dive into the rise of the “facekini,” why broke men date attractive women, and what healthy masculinity actually looks like today. Gary brings his own lineup of headlines too, including the unexpected link between Viagra and hearing loss prevention, a new app changing how people flirt, and why old-school tech is making a comeback. The two also break down the Chiara Ferragni scandal, challenge each other over an “offensive” post, and end with a debate on why women multitask better. It’s chaotic in the best way - smart, funny, and filled with the kind of honest back-and-forth only these two can deliver.  Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/3109283 Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about:  0:19 - Responding to feedback about lip filler 2:32 - Setting up this episode with Gary 3:19 - Start with Gary 6:22 - “Scrotox” going mainstream 9:06 - Beauty standards 13:40 - The “Facekini” industry 16:13 - Broke guys dating attractive women 18:19 - Healthy masculinity 19:18 - Gary’s stories from the week 19:47 - Viagra could help hearing loss 22:41 - New app for sending someone a drink 25:00 - The evolution of technology 28:38 - Chiara Ferragni scandal 35:07 - Gary calls Valeria out for “offensive” post 36:59 - Why women are good at multitasking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Not Alone, Valeria sits down with content creator, entrepreneur, and Aureum co-founder Cass DiMicco for a deeply relatable conversation on ambition, creativity, and the evolving meaning of success. Cass opens up about the early signs that hinted at her creative future, her leap from fashion buyer to full-time influencer, and the vulnerability that came with putting herself online. She shares how Aureum was born from intuition, grit, and a little bit of impulsiveness, and opens up about what it took to run the business during its first year ‘til now, and how she stays connected to her “why” while navigating pressure, growth, and creativity - all while trying to start a family. Cass and Valeria also dive into the truth behind the “Girl Boss” era, the myth that women need to choose between career and motherhood, and the importance of carving out solitude to stay grounded and creatively aligned. From delegation and leadership to letting go of control and imagining what’s next for Aureum, this episode is an honest look at womanhood, work, and the freedom that comes from paving your own path. Follow Cass on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassdimicco/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cassdimicco?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CassDiMicco Shop Aureum Collective: https://aureumcollective.com Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/2984674?tab=collections Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about:  0:28 - Debrief on Valeria’s Nashville Girls Trip 2:56 - Cass DiMicco intro 4:10 - Start of interview 4:23 - Their inspiring female entrepreneur event with Emma Grede 9:10 - Childhood signs that led to Cass’s creative future 12:02 - Early days as a buyer  13:09 - Starting her blog 13:35 - Quitting her job, influencing full time 16:14 - The difficulty of putting herself out there 19:45 - The “no plan” plan 21:00 - Starting Aureum 25:07 - The need to delegate  30:38 - Huge success the first year 32:32 - Pressure to scale the business 35:45 - “Connected to my why” 36:27 - Being ready for motherhood 37:48 - The “Girlboss” Era 39:10 - Career & Motherhood, no right answer 41:35 - Being creatively vulnerable 43:58 - The importance of being alone with your thoughts 45:00 - Using her environment to level herself up 48:04 - Ready to loosen the reigns  49:16 - What’s next for Aureum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. From beauty procedures and where she stands on lip filler to the latest on her nose job and why she doesn’t wear her engagement ring, nothing is off the table. Valeria also talks about reconnecting with her body, the importance of intentional time with girlfriends, and the perspective that keeps her from living with regrets. She shares a therapy update, her best advice for keeping a marriage thriving, and why she believes there's no single “right” way to live, especially in a place overflowing with possibility. Shop my looks from this episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/2924722 Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What I talked about:  0:06 - Why this episode might be a rough but fun one 0:26 - Debriefing her Nashville trip 2:55 - Female entrepreneur event with Emma Grede 8:00 - Start of Q&A portion 8:23 - Recent beauty procedures 15:29 - Update on her nose job 16:02 - Not wearing her engagement ring 17:18 - Tips for connecting to your own body 19:17 - Spending intentional time with girlfriends 21:09 - Why she wouldn't change any part of her past 24:27 - Therapy update 25:49 - Advice for keeping your marriage alive & well 29:35 - Never being set in a right or wrong way to do things 31:45 - The abundance of living in Miami / The U.S. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Furtuna Skin: Italian, olive oil–based skincare that’s pure, potent, and transformative. Try their LXR06 Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Olive Leaf Botanical Tea at https://www.furtunaskin.com, and get 20% off your first purchase with code VALERIA20. In this week’s episode of Not Alone, Valeria is joined by Gary for a fun, unfiltered, not-so-deep chat about the latest pop culture headlines, and a few real-life reflections along the way. Fresh off Valeria’s dream trip to Peru, the two unpack everything from “Nobody Wants This” Season 2 and Kristen Bell’s Instagram backlash, to Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s surprising split. They debate modern marriage, from separate bedrooms to taking your spouse’s last name, and share their thoughts on chivalry, “the princess treatment,” and who should pick up the bill. Valeria challenges Gary on talking about pop culture (who proudly doesn’t keep up) and why sometimes, it’s okay to care about the “dumb stuff.” It’s a light, honest, and hilarious peek into how two very different minds see love, fame, and everyday life.  Shop my looks from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/2843418?tab=collections Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What I talked about:  0:18 - Start of the episode 0:25 - Follow @notalone.pod on TikTok 0:38 - Dream trip to Peru debrief 2:09 - Trying something new in today’s episode with Gary 4:05 - “Nobody Wants This” season 2 6:30 - Converting to Judaism 8:33 - People criticizing the show 10:58 - Fortuna Skin Ad 12:35 - Kristen Bell IG post backlash 16:20 - Married couples with separate bedrooms 20:11 - Nicole Kidman & Keith Urban ending 19-year marriage 21:30 - “Babygirl” Movie 24:30 - Defining a successful marriage 27:29 - Thoughts on Katy Perry & Justin Trudeau dating 29:44 - Husbands taking wives’ last name 31:15 - Gary’s vintage kick 32:38 - Confusion around Katy & Justin 34:59 - Is Chivalry dead? 36:39 - Splitting the bill 39:15 - Bringing back the “Princess Treatment” 41:29 - Landlines are back 43:08 - Dumb phones vs. smart phones for kids 45:15 - Not easy talking to Gary about pop culture 47:10 - Advice from Amanda Hirsch 47:33 - Caring about dumb stuff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 learned from those formative years, from living in cramped model apartments to finding her voice and standing up for herself in an often unforgiving industry. Valeria also shares how she’s been reconnecting with joy and confidence lately, discovering new passions like dance, heels classes, and even a few unexpected finds (like smut & Quinn). It’s a nostalgic, funny, and refreshingly honest episode about growth, self-expression, and feeling empowered at every stage of life. Shop my looks from this episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/2723615 Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What I talked about:  0:30 - Start of the episode 1:00 - The decision to throw a birthday party 3:20 - The family birthday dinner 4:00 - Rosh Hashanah & family traditions 5:50 - Early modeling days in Paris 8:13 - The hard lessons learned 11:25 - Living in a model apartment 13:15 - Standing up for herself and others 16:00 - Living in Japan & enjoying life 17:06 - Being part of the golden era of modeling 18:11 - Discovering smut & spreading the word 21:00 - Stumbling upon Quinn & loving it 22:20 - Taking a heels class 24:50 - Dancing in the Russian culture 25:59 - Feeling herself & learning new things Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Floatley - A bra brand offering feel-good basics that combine cloud-like comfort with reliable support. Try our bestselling Cozy Adjustable Bra at https://www.floatley.com/products/cozy-adjustable and get 20% off your order with code VALERIA20, plus free shipping on US orders over $50. In this revealing episode of Not Alone, Valeria sits down with an OG digital creator, entrepreneur and mom Brittany Xavier, for an honest conversation about faith, motherhood, and staying grounded in a rapidly changing online world. Brittany opens up about her early start on social media, the business behind her brand, and the journey from being a young single mother to one of the most recognizable figures in the influencer space. She shares how trusting in God’s plan guided her through life’s biggest turning points, from choosing to keep her baby and balancing school, work, and motherhood, to navigating a difficult custody battle and ultimately finding her voice through content creation. Together, Valeria and Brittany explore what it means to live authentically online, the lessons she’s passed down to her daughter about social media and technology, and how her family’s move from California to Tennessee brought both public scrutiny and peace. It’s a conversation about growth, resilience, and choosing faith and family over everything, and a reminder that the most powerful influence comes from being true to who you are. 📱Follow Brittany: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanyxavier/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brittany.xavier?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/brittanyxavier Website: https://brittanyxavier.com/ Brittany’s Book Recommendations: The Case for Christ: A Journalist's Personal Investigation of the Evidence for Jesus: https://amzn.to/4o4sZ4B I Don't Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist: https://amzn.to/4ob6B9S Shop my looks from this episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/2702040 Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about:  0:29 - Valeria’s upcoming trip to Peru 0:47 - Introducing Brittany Xavier 2:12 - Start of interview 2:45 - Brittany’s start on social media 4:39 - The business behind the posts 6:33 - Brittany’s early motherhood days 7:30 - The decision to keep her baby 13:02 - Being a young mother 15:06 - Floatley Ad 16:15 - Balancing school, work and motherhood 18:42 - The decision not to pursue law school 20:42 - Trusting her faith in God and his plan for her 22:25 - Her custody battle 23:14 - Signs from God 24:33 - Her community 25:26 - Her daughter and social media 27:25 - Children and technology 28:22 - Teaching her daughter the business side of TikTok 29:31 - Brittany’s shift in content  32:16 - The shifting of priorities 33:52 - The decision to leave California 36:26 - Backlash on their move to Tennessee 39:49 - Dealing with the online hate 43:36 - Being her most authentic self online 48:13 - Bringing faith to the forefront  49:50 - Brittany’s book recommendations 52:22 - Her biggest regret Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Natural Cycles: The company changing the contraception game with the world’s first FDA-cleared birth control app. Whether you're looking to prevent pregnancy or plan for it, the Natural Cycles app offers a non-hormonal, non-invasive alternative to traditional birth control. Right now, you can get 15% off an annual subscription plus a freeBluetooth thermometer when you visit https://www.naturalcycles.com and use promo code VALERIA at checkout. Natural Cycles is for 18+ and does not protect against STIs. Always read and follow the instructions for use. In this episode of Not Alone, Valeria sits down with Dr. Elina Berglund Scherwitzl, a former particle physicist turned femtech innovator, and the co-founder of Natural Cycles, the first FDA-cleared birth control app. Together, they dive into how Dr. Elina’s background in physics led her to develop a groundbreaking algorithm that helps women better understand their bodies, and offers a hormone-free alternative to traditional birth control. The conversation explores everything from the skepticism she faced in disrupting a multi-billion-dollar industry, to how data and wearable technology are transforming women’s health. Valeria and Dr. Elina discuss the phases of the female cycle, the negative effects of hormonal birth control, and the importance of empowering women with better education and tools for their reproductive health. They also touch on the future of personalized medicine, male contraception, and the potential of syncing our lives more intentionally with our bodies. 📱Follow Dr. Elina: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elinascherwitzl/?hl=en About Natural Cycles: Website: https://www.naturalcycles.com/ Dr. Elina’s Book Recommendation: This Is Your Brain on Birth Control Shop my looks from this episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/2638644 Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about:  0:19 - Halloween at the Lipovetsky’s house 1:20 - Introducing Dr. Elina Berglund Scherwitzle 2:42 - Start of interview 4:00 - Dr. Elina’s background as a physicist  5:13 - Starting Natural Cycles 7:00 - Creating an algorithm as a birth control method 9:00 - Skepticism about disrupting the birth control industry  12:50 - Explaining how Natural Cycles work 13:35 - How the algorithm works 14:39 - Effectiveness is the same as hormonal birth control 17:17 - Negative effects of hormonal birth control 19:00 - Perimenopause  21:00 - Changing sex ed 22:22 - Thoughts on male contraception 24:20 - Breaking down the phases of female cycles 26:15 - Monthly fertile window 27:40 - Women with Irregular cycles using Natural Cycles 29:00 - Getting Natural Cycles data to doctors 30:15 - Wearable technology 31:20 - Working with her husband 32:55 - The future of women’s health 36:53 - Can women sync their cycles? 37:20 - Users questions and comments 40:13 - Dr. Elina’s Book Recommendation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Vuori: Versatile athletic and performance clothing. Head to https://vuori.com/notalone for 20% off your first purchase, plus free shipping on US orders over $75. This episode is brought to you by Floatley - A bra brand offering feel-good basics that combine cloud-like comfort with reliable support. Try our bestselling Cozy Adjustable Bra at https://www.floatley.com/products/cozy-adjustable and get 20% off your order with code VALERIA20, plus free shipping on US orders over $50. In this heartfelt episode of Not Alone, Valeria sits down with her husband Gary for an intimate and honest conversation about family life, parenting, and the values that shape their home. Together, they open up about raising their three boys and reflect on how their approach to parenting has evolved over the years. From Gary’s “clairvoyant” instincts about their kids’ genders to navigating the early days of parenthood and finding patience along the way, the couple shares stories that are both funny and deeply touching. They discuss teaching their sons critical thinking in the digital age, the importance of leading by example, and how they stay intentional about what they allow into their home. With moments of laughter, reflection, and even tears, Valeria and Gary discuss what kind of parents they want to be for their boys, and why, in the Lipovetsky household, accountability, integrity, and love are always at the core. Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/2558840 Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  Books I Mentioned: The Sovereign Child - https://www.amazon.com/Sovereign-Child-Forgotten-Philosophy-Liberate/dp/1544547978 What we talked about:  0:20 - Valeria sets up episode with Gary on raising boys 2:48 - Gary and Valeria start chatting 3:04 - Gary noticing their kids seem smarter 3:58 - Max’s magical birth  4:55 - Finding out the gender of their babies 5:07 - Gary’s clairvoyancy with Jake 6:33 - Max’s gender reveal story 8:46 - Valeria’s mother wanting a girl   9:43 - Experiencing no gender disappointment 10:16 - Honeymoon stage with the boys now 11:52 - Valeria thinking Gary’s takes the lead on parenting 13:08 - Vuori Ad 14:05 - Floatley Ad 17:09 - Finding your parenting style 17:27 - Gary’s motivation when it comes to the kids 20:52 - Not limiting access to the internet, teaching critical thinking 23:46 - “The Sovereign Child” Book 24:45 - Regretting lack of patience with the first child 27:12 - The different relationships with each child 28:25 - Valeria wanting to see more role model dads 30:14 - Lipovetsky core family values  31:16 - Most repeated phrase in the household - “that’s not fair” 35:37 - External validation is very short-lived & won’t make you happy 37:29 - What the boys will say about their dad in 20 years 39:54 - Open House night at the kids’ school 40:48 - Non-negotiables in the household 42:11 - Gary’s favorite “Just the two of us” lyrics 44:27 - Gary preparing kids for the day he won’t be around 47:00 - Crying on the podcast 48:08 - Talking about the business in front of the kids 49:40 - Evolving as parents 50:20 - Gary’s focus on leading by example Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Furtuna Skin: Italian, olive oil–based skincare that’s pure, potent, and transformative. Try their eye revitalizing cream and more at https://www.furtunaskin.com, and get 20% off your first purchase with code VALERIA20. In this solo episode of Not Alone, Valeria opens up about the emotional work she’s doing behind the scenes as she enters her next stage of growth. From revisiting therapy and learning how to embrace joy after being raised in a “survival household,” to reflecting on vulnerability, creativity, and her openness to new things living in Miami. Valeria shares an honest glimpse into the challenges and breakthroughs shaping her right now. She questions how to be both an emotional and high-functioning person and wonders if it’s possible. She answers listener questions with her signature candor, talks about the pressure of always being “on” online, and even revisits stories from her past, including her “trophy wife” days and a behind-the-scenes Victoria’s Secret moment that made her step away from modeling. It’s a thoughtful, intimate conversation on emotional growth, choosing joy and stepping into a new chapter with more presence and purpose. Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/2501087?tab=collections Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  Books I Mentioned: The Many Lives of Mama Love - https://www.amazon.com/Many-Lives-Mama-Love-Stealing/dp/1982197668 God Wears Lipstick - https://www.amazon.com/God-Wears-Lipstick-Kabbalah-Women/dp/1571895817 The Art of Thinking Clearly - https://www.amazon.com/Art-Thinking-Clearly-Rolf-Dobelli/dp/0062219693 What we talked about:  0:24 - Start 1:10 - Working overtime on my emotional state 3:00 - Needing help for the next evolution of Valeria 4:05 - Revisiting therapy  6:35 - “I cried of course” 7:30 - Being at the right place at the right time 8:36 - Needing more joy in life  11:14 - Furtuna Skin Ad 12;33 - “I don't trust emotions” 14:49 - Being raised in a survival household 16:00 - “I’m ready to embrace joy” 17:15 - Answering listener questions 17:19 - Being vulnerable online 19:20 - Wanting to work on being less cautious online 20:31 - What I’m enjoying most about Miami 23:03 - Men being attracted to caretaker types 24:15 - Reminiscing on trophy wife days 25:48 - Pressure to always be “on” creatively  27:39 - Have any past failures kept you from trying something new? 28:48 - Victoria’s Secret story 31:30 - Ben’s camp calling Gary first 33:31 - Valeria’s Book Recs 33:42 - The Many Lives of Mama Love 35:47 - God Wears Lipstick 36:18 - The Art of Thinking Clearly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Not Alone, Valeria sits down with Amanda Hirsch, the voice behind the hit podcast and Instagram account Not Skinny But Not Fat. Known for her witty, unfiltered takes on pop culture and reality TV, Amanda opens up about her journey from acting and odd jobs in Israel to becoming one of the internet’s go-to voices on celebrity culture. They dive into everything from boy-mom life and her unapologetic obsession with pop culture (yes, the Britney and Justin breakup was a turning point) to the behind-the-scenes of launching Not Skinny But Not Fat. Amanda shares how she went from a meme page to interviewing A-listers, how becoming a mom didn’t change things, and how she balances sharing opinions while navigating the sensitive side of gossip. From her first big celebrity interview to the moments that made her spiral, her reality TV recs, and what it’s really like meeting your icons, Amanda proves that loving the “silly stuff” can build a serious career. It’s a funny, honest, and refreshing conversation about building something on your own terms, and how you can feel truly content when you embrace what you love. Follow Amanda on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notskinnybutnotfat/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notskinnybutnotfat Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@notskinnybutnotfat  Get Tickets to Amanda’s Live Show: https://www.livenation.com/event/k7vGFbiQbfwrP/one-night-only-with-amanda-hirsch Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/2478422 Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about:  0:26 - Episode Intro 0:30 - Valeria on work trips and being away from home 1:24 - Intro to Amanda Hirsch 2:58 - Start of Interview 3:01 - Being a boy mom 5:02 - Amanda’s current show obsession 7:40 - The start of the pop culture obsession  8:02 - The Britney and Justin breakup 9:52 - Media-trained celeb culture 11:06 - Loving ‘Love Thy Nader’ 12:06 - Amanda Hirsch’s acting career 15:10 - Working odd jobs in Israel 17:41 - Being content with life 20:15 - The hard move back to New York  22:32 - Starting ‘Not Skinny but Not Fat’ 23:26 - Interacting with the OG Meme Accounts 24:20 - Bringing Amanda and her opinion to the account 26:51 - Knowing something would come of it all 27:45 - Not being aesthetic, being approachable 30:02 - Kids don’t stop your career 31:07 - Loving the same dumb things after kids 32:35 - Getting nitty gritty DMs & not posting 33:45 - Connecting on pop culture for water cooler talk 35:35 - Knowing all the pop culture gossip in Israel 36:50 - Sensitivity with sharing information 40:50 - Interview moments that made her spiral after 42:59 - Watching cringey celebrity interviews 44:13 - Amanda’s first big celebrity interview with Erin Foster 46:30 - Still excited to do her job 48:27 - Getting cancelled on 3 times by her idol 50:00 - Meeting her pop culture heroes  51:05 - Meghan Markle 51:51 - Amanda’s first live show 54:35 - Wanting to quit ‘Love Island’  55:50 - Amanda’s reality TV recommendations 56:54 - Valeria’s pop culture obsession Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Not Alone, Valeria sits down with lifestyle photographer, cookbook author, and content creator Chloé Crane-Leroux for an inspiring conversation about art, food, and finding balance in a world that never stops moving. Chloé opens up about her early years growing up in Montreal, always driven by a “five-year plan,” and a desire to create beauty. She shares her journey from the highs and challenges of the fashion industry to discovering a more soulful creative outlet in food photography and storytelling. Together, she and Valeria dive into burnout, creative ruts, and the pressures of the internet, while also exploring the rituals and meditations, like cooking, that ground her in joy. Chloé reflects on the vulnerability of sharing her life online, the profound loss that shifted her perspective, and why she no longer clings to rigid plans for the future. At its heart, this episode is a reminder that your life is your art and your canvas, and that creativity thrives not just in output, but in presence, connection, and growth. Follow Chloe on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chloecleroux/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chloecleroux?lang=en Website: https://www.chloecraneleroux.com/ Get Chloe’s Recipes: https://www.chloecraneleroux.com/recipes Shop Chloe’s Essentials: https://www.chloecraneleroux.com/chloes-essentials Chloe’s Book Recommendation: The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/2357926 Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about:  0:34 - Valeria sets up episode 1:03 - Introducing Chloe Crane-Leroux 2:19 - Start of interview 5:27 - Growing up in Montreal surrounded by art 7:35 - “I’ve had a 5-year-plan since I was 5-years-old” 8:01 - Wanting to create beauty and share it 9:10 - The toxicity of the fashion industry 11:29 - Switching to food photography 13:03 - Going in front of the camera 15:10 - Creating cookbooks with her mom 16:20 - Teaching herself to cook 20:06 - Reaching burnout 22:39 - Creative Ruts 23:18 - Getting caught up in the likes and followers 24:41 - AI making Valeria optimistic  26:24 - Creativity being down right now 29:29 - Rituals that help her slow down 31:00 - Her love of Pinterest 32:50 - “For me, cooking is meditation” 35:13 - Touching different aspects of her job, and growing within that 37:40 - The balance of being vulnerable online 39:08 - Her year of loss and how it changed her 41:20 - Thoughts on the “30 under 30” Forbes List 44:33 - Not having a 5-year-plan anymore 46:52 - “Your life is your art” / “Your life is your canvas” 47:39 - Rapid Fire Round Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by CLEARSTEM: My favorite skincare brand that fights acne and aging at the same time, with zero pore-clogging ingredients, ever. Get 15% off at https://clearstem.com/Valeria with code VALERIA. In this special solo episode of Not Alone, Valeria reflects on turning 35 and what this milestone means to her. She opens up about the lessons she’s carrying forward, the habits and pressures she’s choosing to leave behind, and the aspirations guiding her next chapter. From learning to be more present and putting herself first, to accepting that not everyone will like you, Valeria shares the mindset shifts that have shaped her growth. She talks about aging in a culture obsessed with youth, embracing contradictions as part of evolution, and the importance of pausing before reacting. With honesty and vulnerability, she explores her own “hero’s journey,” reflects on her children and mother getting older, and why success is about feeling, not chasing. It’s an intimate, thoughtful conversation on awareness, boundaries, and stepping into your mid-thirties with clarity and confidence.   Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/2367051 Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  Books I Mentioned: The Art of Thinking Clearly: https://amzn.to/3Iiy9ds The Power Pause: https://amzn.to/4mYaM88 The Hero's Journey: https://amzn.to/3JYXBoY What we talked about:  0:24 - Start of the conversation  0:30 - Turning 35 2:40 - Sharing the things Valeria knows now 2:46 - Life is all about evolution and contradicting yourself 4:25 - Learning how to be more present 7:15 - The importance of putting yourself first 8:50 - Pausing 10:55 - Most things don’t need a reaction 11:50 - Being “okay” with not being liked by everyone 13:40 - Choosing your own lens on life 15:11 - Clearstem Ad 16:25 - “The Hero’s Journey” Breakdown 20:26 - Things she may never figure out 20:39 - The idea of time 22:14 - Feeling success instead of chasing the next goal 23:15 - How to age in a world obsessed with youth 26:33 - Being kind vs. being nice 29:30 - Taking more time to process emotions 30:49 - Leaving behind having answers for everything 31:54 - Overexplaining my boundaries to get approval 33:04 - Moving away from sharing too much, too fast online 36:02 - Sharing things that took a long time to process 37:10 - Admiring Pamela Anderson 38:00 - Igniting Awareness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Furtuna Skin: Italian, olive oil–based skincare that’s pure, potent, and transformative. Try their Olive Lip Butter Balm and more at https://www.furtunaskin.com, and get 20% off your first purchase with code VALERIA20. This episode is also brought to you by Floatley - A bra brand offering feel-good basics that combine cloud-like comfort with reliable support. Try our bestselling Cozy Adjustable Bra at https://www.floatley.com/products/cozy-adjustable and get 20% off your order with code VALERIA20, plus free shipping on US orders over $50. In this week’s episode of Not Alone, Valeria sits down with astrologer, author and speaker Mia Pineda (aka Mia Astral) for an intimate conversation about identity, intuition, and the paths that guide us. Born to a mother who was only 14 and raised by her grandparents in Venezuela, Mia often felt like an outsider, questioning her place in the world. Astrology became the way she found her footing, transforming uncertainty into purpose. Mia shares the wisdom she learned from her grandmother, talks about leaving Venezuela to move to Miami, and the surprising path from criminology and forensic law to becoming a leading voice in Kabbalistic Astrology. Together, they explore how to tell the difference between fear and intuition, the evolution of astrology in our modern world (yes, even Taylor Swift comes up), and how to lean into discomfort as a catalyst for growth. It’s a thoughtful, soulful episode about reframing your mindset, resilience, and finding your own purpose through the stars.  Follow Mia on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mia_astral/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mia_astral?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mia_astral Website: https://miastral.com/ Become a Member on Mia’s Website: https://miastral.com/my-account/ Shop her Books: https://miastral.com/shop/   Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/2146915 Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about:  0:28 - Valeria on turning 35 and her birthday traditions 2:39 - Valeria on the end of summer for her family 4:40 - Introducing Mia Pineda 6:24 - Start of interview 6:37 - Mia’s unusual upbringing in Venezuela 9:19 - Being raised by her grandmother 11:59 - Figuring out her place in the world 12:50 - Grandmother’s mentality of abundance  13:47 - Getting a bad reading from a popular astrologer 15:05 - Fortuna Skin Ad 16:14 - Floatley Ad 19:29 - Understanding the mathematics of astrology 22:18 - Studying criminology and forensic law 23:31 - Discovering Kabbalah  23:51 - Leaving Venezuela and moving Miami 27:11 - Working on her mindset 29:07 - Kabbalistic Astrology 34:01 - Differentiating between intuition and fear 36:43 - The evolution of astrology 37:40 - “I’m pretty sure Taylor Swift uses an astrologer” 38:32 - Explaining eclipse seasons 45:40 - “How can you get into uncomfortable but manageable situations?” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by CLEARSTEM - my favorite skincare brand that fights acne and aging at the same time, with zero pore-clogging ingredients, ever. Get 15% off at https://clearstem.com/valeria with code VALERIA. This episode is also brought to you by Vuori: Versatile athletic and performance clothing. Head to https://vuori.com/notalone for 20% off your first purchase, plus free shipping on US orders over $75. In this week’s episode of Not Alone, Valeria sits down with clinical psychologist and friendship expert Christie Ferrari to unpack the complicated world of adult friendships. They explore why friends can feel so different after childhood, and why we sometimes fight to keep certain people in our lives while letting go of others. Christie introduces the concept of growth flags vs. red flags and helps us identify what healthy, evolving friendships look like versus the ones that may be holding us back. Together, Valeria and Christie dive into questions we all face: What kind of friend am I? Am I a fringe friend? How do I deal with “mean girls” even as an adult? From cultural differences in how friendships form, to tips for approaching conflict, to understanding when it’s time to quietly distance yourself, this conversation offers both validation and practical tools for navigating relationships. If you’ve ever questioned your place in a friend group or wondered how to deepen your connections, this episode is a must-listen. Follow Christie on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christie_ferrari/?hl=en  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@christieferrari?lang=en  Website: https://www.christieferrari.com/ Subscribe to Assertive You: https://www.christieferrari.com/assertive-you Book a session with Christie: https://www.christieferrari.com/services   Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/2205029 Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about:  0:38 - Valeria sets up the episode about friendships 3:52 - Start of the conversation 4:01 - Introducing Christie Ferrari 6:33 - Why adult friendships seem so different 8:28 - Why we work for friendships & why we let them go 9:48 - Growth flags vs red flags 12:38 - Understanding what kind of friend you are 15:12 - Clearstem Ad 16:35 - Vuori Ad 17:57 - Christie’s draw to studying friendships 18:49 - The importance of being assertive 20:28 - What is a fringe friend? 23:18 - Helping a fringe friend  25:35 - Tips to find good friends 27:42 - Christie’s story on being a fringe friend 28:17 - Dealing with Mean Girls 29:29 - Why Mean Girls exist in adulthood 31:03 - Cultural friendship differences 32:05 - How Mean Girls lose power 34:10 - Approaching a friend with an issue 36:36 - When to let a friendship go 37:25 - Quiet distancing 40:14 - Mourning friendships 41:07 - Having more than one “best friend” 43:56 - Trying a friendship reset 44:48 - What healthy friendships look like 45:34 - Men’s reactions to female friendships 47:46 - Why friendships are easier in your 20s 48:35 - Underrated green flags 49:01 - Rapid Fire Questions 51:19 - Christie’s Reading Rec    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Vuori: Versatile athletic and performance clothing. Head to https://vuori.com/notalone for 20% off your first purchase, plus free shipping on US orders over $75. This episode is brought to you by CLEARSTEM — my favorite skincare brand that fights acne and aging at the same time, with zero pore-clogging ingredients, ever. Get 15% off at https://www.clearstem.com/valeria with code VALERIA.  In this week’s episode of Not Alone, Valeria and her husband Gary open up about their journey with money, what it symbolized in their childhoods, how they laid everything on the table when they first got together, and the transparency they’ve had with money ever since. They revisit pivotal moments that tested and strengthened their bond—like the time Gary’s big business deal fell through before their wedding and he gave Valeria the chance to walk away. Her response, “never say that to me again,” became a defining moment in their partnership. They talk about how they approach finances in a traditional way—Gary managing everything day-to-day while Valeria leans in with curiosity and questions—and the ways they don’t always see eye to eye on how their values were worked out along the way. Together, they share lessons learned, laugh over the “ROI” of Valeria’s nutrition degree that unexpectedly sparked her career in content creation, and offer advice for couples who struggle to have honest conversations about money. This episode is both vulnerable and lighthearted, pulling back the curtain on the realities of love, trust, and building a life together. Follow Gary on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garylipovetsky/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garylipovetsky Listen to Gary’s Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/@Gary.Lipovetsky https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rise-podcast/id1688773397   Apply for Creator Method: https://creatormethod.com/ Shop my looks from this episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/2062213 Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about:  0:29 - Setting up the conversation with Gary 3:07 - Start of the episode 4:30 - Gary’s childhood mindset on money 5:41 - The scarcity mindset 8:40 - Thinking of money in terms of necessity 10:06 - Valeria’s money mindset growing up 11:22 - Valeria’s mom crowdfunding with other single moms 12:24 - Vuori ad 14:42 - Financing basic needs 15:36 - The importance of financial literacy 16:32 - Valeria leaving home at 16 and making money 18:42 - People with fallback plans and people without 19:21 - Remembering their first conversation about money 20:33 - Valeria changing her approach to money 22:16 - Clearstem ad 24:30 - Gary’s big deal falling apart 26:24 - The outcome of losing out on big money 28:08 - Their traditional approach to finance 34:07 - The language difference around making money 35:30 - Agreeing on “what’s worth it” when spending 39:07 - Communication on money 39:33 - Disagreeing on how they work on or through things 42:21 - Best money they’ve ever spent 43:22 - The ROI on Valeria’s nutrition diploma 46:56 - Valeria being clueless on life and money 48:23 - What Gary wishes he knew earlier about money 52:02 - Tips for couples who struggle talking about money Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Not Alone, Valeria sits down with model, entrepreneur, and content creator Emily DiDonato to explore the joy of trying new things, no matter how imperfectly. Emily shares the story of being discovered at a mall as a teenager, stepping into a whirlwind modeling career, and eventually finding her creative spark in content creation. We dive into how Emily channels any flickers of comparison into motivation, why she’s never been competitive or jealous, and how motherhood has redefined her version of “balance” (hint: there isn’t any!). Emily opens up about the weekly “admin meetings” she and her husband use to keep their busy lives in sync, and why she believes there’s magic in being a beginner. From career pivots to personal growth, Emily’s philosophy is simple yet powerful: it’s fun to try, it’s fun to fail, and the learning process is where the real reward lies. This episode will leave you feeling braver about starting, more forgiving of the messy middle, and reminded that the courage to try, again and again, is what truly shapes a fulfilled life. Follow Emily on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilydidonato/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@didonatoemily?lang=en  Shop Emily's Skincare Brand Covey: https://coveyskin.com/?srsltid=AfmBOore9LtSOvC5ftxSnkNL8m2rn6SoZV3Zx8KYIdYPSM9sjbQuZN2U Shop my looks from this episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/2062111 https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/2071219 Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  Apply for Creator Method: https://creatormethod.com/ 👉Related Links: NYFW 2019 vlog: https://youtu.be/eVLdfF_4n8k Drunk GRWM: https://youtu.be/vtEL61OUvHg Emily Collab: https://youtu.be/NoobVS82bj8 What we talked about:  0:50 - Valeria’s recent trip to New York 1:30 - Creator Method Summit 3:46 - Introducing Emily DiDonato 6:06 - Start of interview 6:14 -  Valeria and Emily’s friendship history 8:59 - Emily’s start in modeling 12:23 - Emily’s evolution to content creation 18:02 - “That creative outlet lit a flame for me” 18:51 - Starting on instagram and moving to YouTube 19:54 - Using comparison to push herself 21:11 - Being overwhelmed and needing help 24:45 - Spiritual challenges 26:16 - “There is no balance as a mom”  29:01 - Emily and her husband’s weekly admin meeting 31:21 - Emily on trying anything and everything 33:28 - “It’s fun to suck” 35:17 - On being vulnerable online 36:53 - Navigating negativity online 38:48 - Audience Q&A 39:29 - Who are the people behind you who help you get it all done? 41:08 - What days are you slumming it and what days are you in full glam? 42:43 - Advice to the younger generation on body image and confidence 44:28 - Things she would do differently when starting a business 46:38 - Knowing which hobbies and interests are worth pursuing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Eight Sleep, the leader in sleep fit technology. Their award-winning Pod 5 sleep system helps you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up feeling more refreshed by automatically adjusting to your ideal temperature, elevation, and sound throughout the night. Upgrade your rest and your recovery: use code VALERIA for $350 off at http://eightsleep.com/valeria  In this insightful and inspiring episode, Valeria sits down with Alex Zatarain, co-founder of Eight Sleep, to discuss how she’s transforming the way we think about rest, recovery, and performance. Alex shares the story of building one of the most innovative sleep technology companies in the world, from identifying the gap in the market to creating the Pod - a smart mattress designed to personalize and optimize your sleep. Together, they explore the science behind quality rest, the connection between sleep and mental health, and how technology can help us live longer, healthier lives. Alex also opens up about the challenges of entrepreneurship, balancing ambition with self-care, and the habits that keep her grounded. Whether you’re an aspiring founder, a tech enthusiast, or simply someone who wants to sleep better, this episode offers actionable takeaways and a behind-the-scenes look at a brand changing the future of sleep. Shop my looks from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/2101362?tab=collections   📱Follow Alex & Eight Sleep  Instagram: @alexzatarainj https://www.instagram.com/alexzatarainj/?hl=en  Eight Sleep: https://www.instagram.com/eightsleep/?hl=en  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandrazatarain/?locale=en_US X / Twitter: https://x.com/a_zatarain Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about:  0:35 - Valeria Recap Toronto Team Retreat  2:54 - Introducing Alexandra Zatarain 5:43 - Start of Interview 6:35 - Growing up in Mexico 7:18 - Learning what opportunity really means 12:22 - The college assignment that changed the game 14:04 - Meeting her husband and future co-founder 15:37 - Opening her world to tech in the “Silicon Alley” 18:32 - Working with her husband 21:08 - Trying to building something in 3D printing 22:15 - Coming up with the idea of Eight Sleep  25:30 - Leaving her job and forming the company 27:00 - How the technology works 30:55 - Temperature is crucial for good sleep 32:06 - Changing the conversation on sleep 34:09 - Sleep Fitness 38:20 - Mitigating women’s sleep issues 41:37 - Keeping it simple with sleep products 43:10 - Being a female Latina founder 46:51 - Building a company with her husband 49:58 - Valeria triggering people with Gary work dynamic 51:41 - “The team you build is the company you build” 52:32 - Balance and keeping herself in check 58:20 - Alexandra’s book recommendation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by CLEARSTEM! If you’re looking for skincare that’s both anti-acne and anti-aging, CLEARSTEM has you covered. Their science-backed formulas help you achieve clear, glowing skin without pore-clogging ingredients. And we have a special deal for you get 15% off your order when you visit https://www.clearstem.com/valeria and use the code VALERIA at checkout! In this week’s episode of Not Alone, Valeria sits down with entrepreneur, investor, and best-selling author Kim Perell to talk about the failures, risks, and mindset shifts that helped her build a multimillion-dollar business empire. Kim opens up about losing everything in her 20s and the lessons that came from hitting rock bottom. They go deep on the pressures to prove yourself, how to tune out the noise, trust your gut, and why your biggest mistakes might be your greatest assets. If you’ve ever questioned your path, feared failure, or felt alone in the hustle - this episode will remind you that success often starts where the plan falls apart.  Shop my looks from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1952399  https://shopmy.us/collections/1983683  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  📘 Kim's New Book Pre-Order 👉 KimPerell.com/mistakes Her new book Mistakes That Made Me a Millionaire is available now for pre-order — and comes with $300 in free bonuses, including her Fast Action Millionaire Playbook to go alongside the book! 🎟 Upcoming Event: Meet Kim in Vegas at Entrepreneur's Level Up Event! Attendees will have the opportunity to pitch their business live to investors and industry leaders. 👉 https://entrepreneurlevelup.com/get-your-tickets  🌐 Website: KimPerell.com 📱 Social Media Instagram: @KimPerell Facebook: facebook.com/KimPerell LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/KimPerell TikTok: @KimPerell X / Twitter: @KimPerell What we talked about:  0:35 - Valeria’s Story about her son, Benjamin 4:38 - Introducing Kim Perell 5:48 - Why failure is a necessary part of success 7:28 - Parents normalizing failure 9:35 - Getting laid off at 23 and hitting rock bottom 12:40 - Clearstem Ad 16:08 - Valeria on losing herself in ambition and external pressure17:01 - Building her business from the kitchen with no money 19:37 - “No one is successful alone” 20:54 - Why asking for help is necessary 22:52 - “Let’s have coffee”24:02 - Selling her first business 26:32 - You don’t know what’s possible unless you try 28:12 - The $235-million-dollar sale 30:11 - Nobody knows what they’re doing 33:15 - Lessons in leadership from building multiple companies37:49 - The power of being underestimated  41:14 - Why you need to start small and start now 45:11 - Kim’s advice for entrepreneurs 48:08 - Going for the “no” 49:28 - Finding balance at home 53:35 - 100.co  54:58 - Creators and founders using AI 57:26 - How to be an industry disruptor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by CLEARSTEM! If you’re looking for skincare that’s both anti-acne and anti-aging, CLEARSTEM has you covered. Their science-backed formulas help you achieve clear, glowing skin without pore-clogging ingredients. And we have a special deal for you—get 15% off your order when you visit https://www.clearstem.com/valeria and use the code VALERIA at checkout! In this week’s episode of Not Alone, Valeria sits down with wellness expert, author, and content creator Aggie Lal for a refreshingly honest conversation about the current state of modern health culture for women, and what it really means to feel well in today’s world. Aggie shares her personal journey from rigid routines, veganism, and biohacking for good labs to finding balance by reconnecting with her intuition, hormones, and overall purpose. Together, she and Valeria dive deep into the pressure to be “healthy” at the expense of joy, the shame around beauty choices like Botox, and why women are often left out of mainstream health narratives. Plus, a powerful discussion on how to separate your roles from your identity - so you can thrive, not just survive. Whether you’re burnt out by wellness trends or looking to redefine your relationship with health and womanhood, this episode is a must-listen. Follow Aggie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aggie Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  Shop my looks from this episode: intro/ads: https://shopmy.us/collections/1952399  aggie: https://shopmy.us/collections/1983674  What we talked about:  0:55 - Valeria’s Family trip to Spain 3:29 - Introducing Aggie Lal 5:40 - Aggie’s First Impressions of Valeria 7:13 - The World of Biohacking 9:35 - Being Vegan 10:30 - Body Trends 11:59 - Clearstem Ad 13:50 - Pillars of Biohacking  15:25 - What is Different for Females 18:00 - Aggie’s Favorite Health Rituals 19:08 - Hypnotheray  23:45 - 4 Pillars of Health 24:10 - The Importance of Purpose 27:20 - Valeria’s POV on Motherhood 29:55 - The Role of Mothers 31:57 - Best Methods of Recovery 38:04 - Ways to Connect with your Partner 40:32 - Pushing the Definition of Wellness 42:33 - Health Habits that Don’t Work 45:52 - Aggie’s Pregnancy 49:15 - Everything Women Must Juggle 51:30 - The Importance of Rest 53:50 - The Beauty of Feeling Free 56:25 - What’s Next for Aggie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Not Alone, Valeria sits down with journalist, content creator, and “queen of questions” Danielle Robay for a thought-provoking conversation about identity, ambition, and the pressure to have it all figured out. Together, they unpack what it means to chase your dreams, navigate career pivots, and show up authentically - both professionally & personally. From quitting her “dream job” to manifesting a show at Hello Sunshine, Danielle opens up about what it took to get where she is today & her super power - asking good questions! She shares stories about her childhood dinner table, dating in the modern world, and freezing her eggs. Together, she and Valeria explore the fear of not living up to your potential, the vulnerability of putting yourself first, and the courage it takes to say ‘I don’t know.’  Danielle is the host and co-executive producer (alongside Reese Witherspoon) of ‘Bookmarked’ from Hello Sunshine, the podcast ‘Question Everything,’ and E!’s ‘While You Were Streaming.’  Follow Danielle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniellerobay/  Follow Danielle on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@daniellerobay  Subscribe to Danielle’s podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/question-everything/id1550883345  Shop the QUESTION EVERYTHING Card Game: https://questioneverythingshop.com/collections/shop Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1972268https://shopmy.us/collections/1972338 Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about:  0:40 Valeria’s Realization 2:35 Introducing Danielle Robay 5:43 Interview Begins 6:28 Why the Beginning of Podcasts are Awkward 7:00 Valeria’s Mom’s Resilience 8:01 How to Successfully Manifest 9:02 Danielle Manifesting a Job at E! & Hello Sunshine 11:30 How Valeria Manifested Her Career 17:45 Feeling Embarassed on the Internet 18:55 Living Up to Your Potential 22:56 Gary Predicting Their Career 25:07 The Power of Being Selfish  26:50 The Big Piece of Chicken 29:49 Danielle’s Career & the Power of Questions 35:40 The Importance of Being in the Room 37:55 Not Asking for Advice & Not Going to Therapy  40:00 Danielle’s Love Life & Going Deep 43:27 Courage is a Big Word 44:38 Danielle’s Egg Freezing Journey 47:55 Pros & Cons of Being a Young Mom  50:33 The Part of Feminism We’re Still Figuring Out 51:19 Do Married Couples Still Have Sex? 55:30 Why Gary Triggers Women 57:49 The Message vs The Delivery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s very special 100th episode of Not Alone, Valeria sits down for a powerful and deeply honest conversation with writer and creator, Heidi Clements. Known for her unfiltered storytelling and viral presence online, Heidi opens up about aging, sobriety, 25 years without sex, surviving trauma, and what it means to live life on her own terms. The two explore the emotional realities behind choosing a nontraditional path, including living single, redefining intimacy, and navigating the invisibility many women feel after 50. They discuss how society conditions women to seek validation, how the male gaze has shaped generations, and why self-approval is the ultimate freedom. With humor, heart, and vulnerability, this episode is a candid look at healing, wholeness, and the courage to tell your story out loud. Follow Heidi: https://www.instagram.com/welcometoheidi/  Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1909988  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about:  00:00 Not Alone’s 100th Episode! 00:14 The Humbling Journey of Podcasting 01:38 Overcoming Perfectionism and COVID Challenges 02:28 The Birth of 'Not Alone' 02:58 Finding My Groove in Podcasting 04:07 Introducing Heidi Clements 06:12 Heidi's Journey to Internet Fame 07:43 Navigating Social Media and Personal Growth 13:11 The Impact of Sobriety and Personal Trauma 16:06 Empowering Women and Challenging the Patriarchy 20:07 Generational Shifts and Future Hopes 36:00 Gen X and Menopause: A New Conversation 37:02 Cultural Silence and Women's Health 38:52 Living Shamelessly and Embracing Authenticity 41:57 Intimacy and Sobriety: A Personal Journey 45:43 Redefining Intimacy and Relationships 52:47 The Evolution of Self-Love and Acceptance 01:01:47 Visibility and Aging: Embracing Change 01:05:07 Final Thoughts and Reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode, Valeria sits down with Natasha Oakley and Devin Brugman, best friends and co-founders of Monday Swimwear, for an honest and energizing conversation about building a business, growing through friendship, and redefining leadership. Natasha and Devin open up about the rare bond that has held them together for over a decade, one built on unwavering trust, shared values, and deep emotional loyalty. They reveal how they’ve come to trust each other even more than their romantic partners, and why that unshakable connection is the foundation for everything they’ve built. The trio also explores how they launched a globally recognized brand without formal fashion training, what it means to lead as women, manage teams with heart, and stay grounded while scaling a company. From navigating dating in your 30s and freezing eggs to staying obsessed with work and each other, this episode is a love letter to ambition, authenticity, and choosing the people who lift you higher. Follow Tash: https://www.instagram.com/tashoakley/  Follow Devin: https://www.instagram.com/devinbrugman/  Follow Monday Swimwear: https://www.instagram.com/mondayswimwear/   Shop Monday Swimwear: https://mondayswimwear.com/  Book Recommendations:  Excessively Obsessed by Tash Oakley https://a.co/d/aski91P  The Power of Now by Ekchart Tolle https://a.co/d/8DeuoAV  Sex at Dawn by Christopher Ryan https://a.co/d/2ZiptCN  Good Morning, Monster by Catherine Gildiner https://a.co/d/3ud8vUW  Attached by  Amir Levine and Rachel Heller https://a.co/d/ivLtVkS  Only Love Is Real: A Story of Soulmates Reunited by Dr. Brian Weiss https://a.co/d/4nVFYrT The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan https://a.co/d/4LEoWHX The Diary of a CEO by Steven Bartlett https://a.co/d/iS1jwER Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1898265  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about:  01:00: Swim Week in Miami04:00: How Tash and Devin first met 07:00: Building a business on friendship and trust 12:00: The secret to their communication style 14:00: Managing team dynamics with empathy 20:00: The Bikini A Day origin story 24:00: Designing swimwear that actually fits 31:00: Choosing partners 34:00: How Monday Swimwear became the standard 38:00: Dating in your 30s with clarity 41:00: Freezing eggs and taking the pressure off 47:00: Opening a store and staying playful 51:30: Wellness habits that keep them grounded 54:00: Advice for aspiring influencers 56:00: Running a brand that lasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I’m back for another solo episode! In this one, I’m catching you up on everything: life lately, parenting epiphanies, personal shifts, and a few hot takes I had to get off my chest. From summer travel plans and raising pre-teens to why I’m not falling for every wellness trend online, this one's a mix of honest reflections and playful rants (yes, we’re talking about fantasy books, healing culture, and capri pants). I also open up about feeling disconnected from social media, the emotional weight of parenting older kids, and the importance of building real community. If you’re navigating your own in-between season or need some camaraderie in the messy, beautiful chaos of life, this one's for you. Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1825890  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What I talked about:  00:26 Life Updates 01:32 Puppy Adventures and Parenting Reflections 03:08 Navigating Parenting Challenges 13:30 Father's Day Reflections 15:47 Summer Plans and Travel Excitement 19:40 Social Media Presence and Personal Growth 21:45 Rediscovering Myself 22:03 Current Projects and Redirections 23:07 Book Recommendations and Reading Journey 24:39 Motherhood and Community 25:18 Propaganda I’m NOT Falling For  25:54 Supplements and Personalized Health 30:05 I read ACOTAR… 31:45 50/50 Relationships and Equity 32:55 Political Views and Social Media 34:20 Fashion and Overdressing 37:02 Healing and Self-Improvement 40:10 Contradictions and Personal Growth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Natural Cycles: The company changing the contraception game with the world’s first FDA-cleared birth control app. Whether you're looking to prevent pregnancy or plan for it, the Natural Cycles app offers a non-hormonal, non-invasive alternative to traditional birth control. Right now, you can get 15% off an annual subscription plus a free Bluetooth thermometer when you visit https://www.naturalcycles.com and use promo code VALERIA at checkout. Natural Cycles is for 18+ and does not protect against STIs. Always read and follow the instructions for use. In this episode, Valeria sits down with digital pioneer, designer, and mom of two Aimee Song for an intimate and honest conversation about identity, motherhood, and the evolution of personal ambition. Aimee opens up about building her career before the influencer industry even existed, the highs and hidden lows of success, and why her definition of fulfillment has completely shifted in recent years. They talk postpartum depression, therapy breakthroughs, creative burnout, and the magic of slowing down to reconnect with what really matters. Aimee also shares what inspired her return to interior design and the intention behind her new fashion brand, Amiya. It's a raw, funny, and deeply personal look at what happens when you let go of the hustle and finally come home to yourself. Follow Aimee: https://www.instagram.com/aimeesong/  Shop Lulu + Georgia Collab: http://bit.ly/43PbQUQ  Shop Amiya: http://bit.ly/3HOWRl8  Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1811792  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about:  00:55 Navigating Early Career Challenges 01:48 Reflecting on Industry Changes 05:52 The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health 08:12 Therapy and Self-Discovery 15:54 The Hoffman Process 24:18 Redefining Success and Happiness 35:26 Diving into New Ventures 35:46 Reflecting on Career Choices 37:05 The Importance of a Strong Foundation 38:32 Embracing Cringe Moments 39:06 Returning to Interior Design 40:31 Feng Shui and Home Harmony 47:04 Launching a New Brand: Amiya 56:19 Lessons from Motherhood 59:12 Embracing Aging and Redefining Milestones 01:04:28 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Valeria sits down with Stefanie Broes, the co-founder of Moonbird, for a refreshing conversation about something we all need more of: calm. They explore how breathwork can help us manage stress, sleep better, and feel more grounded in our daily lives. Stefanie opens up about her own journey, from battling burnout during her PhD to discovering the power of the breath as a healing tool. They unpack the science in a super accessible way, talk through the differences between breathwork and meditation, and share simple ways to bring these practices into your routine. Plus, Stefanie gives us a look into Moonbird’s mission and why she believes teaching breathwork to kids and adults alike could change lives. This episode is brought to you by moonbird: Tired of stress hijacking your day or struggling to fall asleep at night? Meet moonbird, your handheld breathing coach, designed to help you slow down and reconnect with your breath. Born from personal need and backed by science, moonbird merges biometric intelligence with guided breathwork to help you calm your mind, ease anxiety, and sleep better. It gently expands and contracts in your hand, guiding your breathing rhythm in real time — no screens, no noise, just you and your breath. Go to moonbird.life/VALERIA and use code VALERIA for $25 off. Follow Stefanie: https://www.instagram.com/stefaniebroes/  Follow moonbird: https://www.instagram.com/moonbird.life/  Shop moonbird: https://www.moonbird.life/VALERIA  Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1791757  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about:  00:00 Intro 01:11 Discovering Breathwork: A Personal Journey 02:52 The Science Behind Breathwork and Meditation 04:41 Practical Applications and Benefits of Breathwork 10:09 The Nervous System and Stress Response 18:18 The Importance of Sleep and Personal Well-being 19:55 Heart Rate Variability and Breathwork 22:35 Guided Breathwork Exercise 25:49 Balancing Health and Wellness Practices 27:00 Exploring Women's Unique Health Challenges 29:02 Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction 30:58 The Impact of Shallow Breathing and Modern Posture 31:26 Proper Breathing Techniques 36:10 Incorporating Breath Work into Daily Life 46:40 Breathwork and Digestion 50:05 A Personal Story and Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode, Valeria sits down with powerhouse content creator Rebecca Zamolo. Rebecca discusses her journey to 18.9 million YouTube Subscribers, 18 million TikTok followers, and over 8 billion views: from pursuing an acting career in Los Angeles to becoming a predominant figure in the family-friendly content space.  Rebecca opens up about her struggles with ulcerative colitis, enduring surgeries, and how these experiences led her to start her YouTube channel. She shares her strategies for creating engaging content, the importance of authenticity, and how she balances her career with motherhood. Rebecca also talks about her IVF journey, the challenges of working with a surrogate for her second child, and her new supplement brand Molo aimed at supporting women's fertility. This candid conversation highlights Rebecca's resilience, her commitment to empowering women, and her vision for the future. Follow Rebecca: https://www.instagram.com/rebeccazamolo/  https://www.youtube.com/@rebeccazamolo  https://www.tiktok.com/@rebeccazamolo  Shop Molo Fertility: https://bit.ly/3FOMZXY  Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1780505  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What We talked About: 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 01:36 Health Struggles and Career Shift 04:00 Building a YouTube Empire 08:21 Navigating Family and Content Creation 10:35 Balancing Family Life and YouTube 28:03 The Role of a Nurturer 29:19 Parenting Challenges and Emotional Growth 35:54 Balancing Work and Motherhood 36:38 Sharing Miscarriage & Fertility Struggles Publicly  40:07 The IVF Journey 43:11 Creating Molo: A Mission to Help Women 49:27 The Surrogacy Experience 51:44 Daily Practices and Personal Growth 54:20 Hopes for the Future Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In her first podcast ever, model Kelsey Merritt sits down with Valeria for a refreshingly honest conversation about identity, boundaries, and ambition. From growing up in a strict Filipino household to becoming the first Filipina Victoria’s Secret model, Kelsey shares the full story behind her calm, polished image and what people often get wrong. They talk about the emotional impact of cultural expectations and beauty standards in the Philippines and Eastern Europe, the real dynamics of the modeling industry, and what it’s like to build a public persona while staying true to yourself. Kelsey also opens up about her love of surfing, gatekeeping style trends, and why she’s learning to speak up more in this new chapter of her life. Follow Kelsey: https://www.instagram.com/kelseymerritt/  Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1738912  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What We talked About: 00:00 Being private and perfectionist 03:14 Filipino upbringing and boundaries 07:50 Being The First Filipina Victoria’s Secret Runway Model  10:55 Biracial identity and criticism in the Philippines  14:59 Manifestation and big breaks 18:02 First house and Birkin 21:45 Modeling and social media 28:02 Beauty standards in the Philippines 30:20 Style evolution and gatekeeping 36:47 Rapid Fire: Surfing, skiing, and stillness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Natural Cycles: The company changing the contraception game with the world’s first FDA-cleared birth control app. Whether you're looking to prevent pregnancy or plan for it, the Natural Cycles app offers a non-hormonal, non-invasive alternative to traditional birth control. Right now, you can get 15% off an annual subscription plus a free Bluetooth thermometer when you visit https://www.naturalcycles.com and use promo code VALERIA at checkout. Natural Cycles is for 18+ and does not protect against STIs. Always read and follow the instructions for use. In this episode, Valeria sits down with Stassi Schroeder for a conversation that’s equal parts hilarious, honest, and unexpectedly deep. They talk about Stassi’s early experiences in the spotlight and what it feels like to return to reality TV with Vanderpump Villa after years of personal growth. She opens up about the emotional toll of growing up on camera, how motherhood has changed her, and why she’s giving more attention to what matters most now. Stassi shares how writing her latest book helped her rethink ambition, identity, and the myth of balance. She also reveals her decade-long struggle with self-harm and what helped her finally stop. The two dive into joy as a healing practice, the emotional cost of perfectionism, and why fashion is still one of Stassi’s favorite forms of self-expression (just don’t expect her to wear neon or crop tops). They also get into motherhood, mental health, alone time as a survival tool, and even egg-based spiritual cleansing. This is a layered look at what it really means to evolve, how to stay grounded in chaos, and how to laugh at yourself along the way. Follow Stassi: https://www.instagram.com/stassischroeder/  Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1717550  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  Mentioned:  Vanderpump Villa on Hulu: https://www.hulu.com/series/vanderpump-villa-bf42f6f5-db26-4429-85e0-17e86d161c98  Stassi Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5vYFtK213TmWUvTVynh0IL  You Can't Have It All: The Basic B*tch Guide to Taking the Pressure Off by Stassi Schroeder: https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1668049929  What we talked about:  00:31 Hair and Makeup Talk 01:45 Nail Care and Personal Preferences 02:39 Vanderpump and Personal Evolution 06:46 Writing and Vulnerability 07:39 Balancing Life and Work 10:42 Joy and Self-Improvement 16:47 Mental Health and Self-Care 38:05 Reflecting on Self-Harm 39:07 The Catalyst for Change 40:02 Finding Coping Mechanisms 40:31 A Turning Point in the Relationship 45:26 The Importance of Alone Time 46:37 Fashion and Style Evolution 01:00:35 Navigating Motherhood and Identity 01:03:07 Balancing Work and Personal Life 01:07:26 Dealing with Jealousy and Social Media 01:11:35 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by L’Oréal Paris, the world’s leading cosmetics brand, making the best of luxury beauty accessible to everyone. For over 110 years, L’Oréal Paris has combined scientific research and innovation to develop highly advanced beauty products with clinically-proven efficacy and safety. A brand that champions women’s empowerment and challenges stereotypes, L’Oréal Paris supports women as they pursue their ambitions and define femininity on their own terms. Speaking of ambition, L’Oréal Paris invites you to set yours higher with the new Plump Ambition Hyaluron Lip Oil. Experience the instant plumping effect and smoother-looking lips with a gentle tingling sensation in just one swipe. This luxurious, hydrating lip oil is infused with hyaluronic acid and tripeptides for a comfortable plumping experience you’ll love https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0DK3XR6Q2  In today’s special episode, Valeria sits down with Jessica Campbell, the first female bench coach in the NHL, in an exciting live recording. Jessica discusses her groundbreaking role in a male-dominated industry, sharing her insights on leadership, the importance of authenticity, and the balance between femininity and strength. She emphasizes how makeup and self-presentation serve as her 'armour,' helping her to show up as her truest self. Through her journey from playing hockey with boys in Saskatchewan to becoming a coach at the highest level, Jessica reflects on the importance of representation, breaking barriers, and inspiring future generations of women in sports leadership. L’Oréal Paris Plump Ambition Hyaluron Lip Oil: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0DK3XR6Q2   Follow Jessica: https://www.instagram.com/soupy08/  Follow L’Oréal Paris: https://www.instagram.com/lorealparis/  Shop my look from this episode: http://shopmy.us/collections/1676445  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about:  00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:10 Meet Jessica Campbell: Breaking Barriers in Hockey 00:33 Understanding the Role of a Bench Coach 01:10 Navigating the Traditional Hockey Culture 01:28 Jessica's Journey: From Player to Coach 02:44 Redefining Leadership in Sports 05:55 Building a Foundation: Early Life and Influences 09:00 Pursuing Dreams: From Player to Coach 10:19 Overcoming Challenges and Finding Success 18:50 Balancing Masculine and Feminine Energy in Coaching 22:51 The Power of Authenticity and Representation 27:48 Partnership with L'Oreal Paris: Empowering Women 29:22 A Special Day and Career Reflections 31:00 Facing Gender Bias in Sports 34:12 Empowering Women and Building Community 37:40 Self-Care and Coping Mechanisms 39:52 The Power of Movement and Expression 42:35 Leadership and Legacy 44:32 Q&A Session: Personal Insights and Experiences Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by moonbird: Tired of stress hijacking your day or struggling to fall asleep at night? Meet moonbird, your handheld breathing coach, designed to help you slow down and reconnect with your breath. Born from personal need and backed by science, moonbird merges biometric intelligence with guided breathwork to help you calm your mind, ease anxiety, and sleep better. It gently expands and contracts in your hand, guiding your breathing rhythm in real time — no screens, no noise, just you and your breath. Go to https://www.moonbird.life/VALERIA and use code VALERIA for $25 off. In this raw and heartfelt episode, Valeria sits down with her close friend Martha Graeff to talk about everything from rebuilding her mental and physical health to launching her wellness brand Happy Aging. Martha shares how hitting rock bottom became the catalyst for a full transformation. They explore solo travel, shifting beauty standards, the pressure of aging in Miami, and finding love again at almost 40. It’s a powerful conversation about choosing yourself, starting over, redefining what it means to thrive, and embracing the aging process through empowerment and strength.  Follow Martha: https://www.instagram.com/marthagraeff/  Follow Happy Aging: https://www.instagram.com/happyaging/  Shop Happy Aging: https://happyaging.com/collections/all  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1592777   Mentioned:  Brazil Trip Vlog: https://youtu.be/QWNbqW1SVHk  What we talked about: 00:00 Introduction and Casual Start 00:35 Deep Dive into Personal Connections 01:57 Memorable Trip to Brazil 03:50 Transformative Solo Trip to India 09:11 Struggles with Modeling and Body Image 13:05 Navigating Divorce and Personal Growth 22:52 Launching Happy Aging 29:58 Eager Conversations and Happy Aging 30:17 Green Light Theory and Brand Success 30:58 Understanding Women's Health Needs 32:52 Personal Health and Fitness Journey 33:45 Redefining Aging and Finding Confidence 37:20 Embracing New Love and Overcoming Codependency 43:46 Balancing Personal Life and Social Media 47:31 Final Reflections and Rapid Fire Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Natural Cycles: The company changing the contraception game with the world’s first FDA-cleared birth control app. Whether you're looking to prevent pregnancy or plan for it, the Natural Cycles app offers a non-hormonal, non-invasive alternative to traditional birth control. Right now, you can get 15% off an annual subscription plus a free Bluetooth thermometer when you visit https://www.naturalcycles.com and use promo code VALERIA at checkout. Natural Cycles is for 18+ and does not protect against STIs. Always read and follow the instructions for use. In this fun and wildly introspective episode, Valeria sits down with her assistant Celine for a whirlwind conversation about identity shifts, AI friendships, consumer habits, and the existential spiral that comes with a “silly little coffee.” The two explore everything from Coachella fashion and almond milk conspiracies to the real emotional support offered by ChatGPT (aka Echo). Valeria reflects on her solo trip to Japan and a recent identity shift, while Celine opens up about entering her Saturn return and leaning into her feminine energy. From crying over Record Ralph to losing a vlogging camera in Kyoto, nothing is too silly or too deep to unpack in this hilarious yet thoughtful convo. Follow Celine:  https://www.instagram.com/celineerod/  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1655970 What we talked about: 00:29  Coachella 2025 Fashion Recap   03:22  Belts, Fringe & the Maximalist Comeback   06:20  Dreaming of Farm Life (But Can You Afford It?)   08:49  The No-Buy 2025 Movement   12:13  Sephora Sale Spiral & Blush Blindness   15:10  Valeria’s Solo Trip to Japan & Identity Shift   19:38  Embracing Multifaceted Selves   22:57  AI Influencers, Echo the Chatbot, and Emotional Offloading   29:50  Can Robots Replace Therapists?   35:00  Silly Girls Doing Silly Things   42:00  High Maintenance to Be Low Maintenance   46:03  Living Deliciously vs Living Silly   49:00  Entering Your Saturn Return   53:01  Parenting, Presence & Crying at the Dior Show   59:10  Releasing Control, Reclaiming Femininity, and Hyper-Independence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this solo episode, I’m answering your most asked questions and opening up about my experiences with motherhood, relationships, and career growth. I talk about how my role as a parent has evolved, what adapting to motherhood has really looked like, and why open communication with my partner matters so much. I also share my journey of rediscovering myself after years as a stay-at-home mom, the importance of self-care, and the messy, beautiful process of personal growth. Plus, I dive into what it’s really like to start a business, build a personal brand from scratch, and why learning to embrace failure is essential. This episode is an honest and practical look at navigating life’s many layers while staying true to who you are. Items mentioned:  New Earth by Eckhart Tolle: https://a.co/d/9odFZs9  Meeting My Biological Father For The First Time | Russia Travel Vlog | Part 3 https://youtu.be/9_6xEEjH3bw?si=joHDIkUm4MnyXuSB  Tim Ferris/Sovereign Child episode: https://youtu.be/2bZSzObqAjE?si=jTZHLck8EfiyxquJ  Failure Champagne IG post: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/reel/CqIlxrajqLj/  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1590488 What we talked about: 00:40 Discussing Motherhood and Relationship Dynamics 02:04 Navigating Expectations and Communication in Parenting 05:05 Personal Journey into Motherhood 06:29 Finding Identity Beyond Motherhood 10:36 Challenges and Growth in Parenting 15:15 Reflections on Parenting and Relationships 18:45 Personal Stories and Relationship Tips 24:12 Understanding Relationship Dynamics 24:37 Personal Boundaries and Self-Discovery 25:50 Investing in Self-Development 27:42 Dealing with Jealousy in Relationships 30:15 Attracting the Right Partner 32:10 Recognizing the One 34:56 Views on Cheating and Friendships 36:27 Starting a Business: Key Advice 40:11 Lessons from Failure 45:37 Building a Personal Brand 47:29 Final Thoughts and Gratitude Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Puori: Clean protein powder is here with Puori’s Pw1 Whey Protein, and we have an exciting deal for you! Right now, get 20% off, or if you choose their already discounted subscription, you get almost a third off the price! Only available when you visit the exclusive URL https://www.Puori.com/VALERIA and use promo code VALERIA In this week’s episode, Valeria sits down with poet, author, and activist Aija Mayrock for a powerful conversation about healing, identity, and how we reclaim our voice after trauma. Aija opens up about being bullied for eight years, living with speech impediments, and how writing a book as a teenager saved her life. She shares her journey from self-publishing to becoming a bestselling author, performing spoken word at Madison Square Garden, and ultimately finding empowerment through creative expression. Valeria and Aija also unpack the pressures of growing up in immigrant families, what it means to choose life after darkness, and how reconnecting with Jewish identity transformed Aija’s mission. They speak candidly about confidence, judgment, legacy, and the complex dynamic between women in today’s world.  Plus, Valeria exclusively chats with Aija about her romance with Nuseir from Nas Daily. Follow Aija: https://www.instagram.com/aijamayrock/  Aija’s books: https://www.aijamayrock.com/books   Items mentioned:  The Shvestsers: https://www.instagram.com/theshvesters/ (Yiddish singing sisters) The Choice by Edith Eger: https://a.co/d/4rl6bSP  New Earth by Eckhart Tolle: https://a.co/d/9odFZs9  Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl: https://a.co/d/aMFPumw Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1437523  What we talked about: 01:07 Aija Mayrock: Writing a book at 16 after years of bullying 07:12 Valeria on invisibility, insecurity, and showing up 10:59 Selling a TV show and choosing to get an MBA 19:42 Rediscovering Jewish identity and heritage 29:00 Performing spoken poetry at Madison Square Garden 35:45 Choosing life and finding strength after trauma 37:10 How parents can help kids open up 40:00 Traveling the world to document Jewish communities 44:00 Women vs. women—why the real divide isn’t gender 58:00 Falling in love after October 7th and facing backlash Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Puori: Clean protein powder is here with Puori’s Pw1 Whey Protein, and we have an exciting deal for you! Right now, get 20% off, or if you choose their already discounted subscription, you get almost a third off the price! Only available when you visit the exclusive URL https://www.Puori.com/VALERIA and use promo code VALERIA In this week’s episode, Valeria sits down with singer, songwriter, and Eurovision finalist Eden Golan for an unforgettable conversation about resilience, identity, and purpose. Eden opens up about growing up between Israel and Russia, being bullied as a child, and finding confidence through music from an early age. She shares raw stories from her childhood and career, inserting herself into the entertainment industry as a child, navigating harsh criticism, and discovering her voice through it all. They dive deep into Eden’s experience representing Israel on the Eurovision stage in the wake of October 7th, and what it meant to carry the weight of an entire nation while facing global backlash, death threats, and overwhelming pressure. Through it all, Eden speaks with clarity, power, and emotional intelligence far beyond her years. The conversation also touches on self-worth, manifestation, mental strength, and the importance of having a North Star.  Follow Eden: https://www.instagram.com/golaneden/  https://www.tiktok.com/@golaneden_music  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeEZTREqOHoMOJliA81k8Lg  Stream Wait for You: https://bit.ly/3Rh2hH9  Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1485666  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about: 01:07 Early Life and Moving to Russia 01:50 Journey into Music and Early Challenges 03:10 Bullying and Overcoming Adversity 08:22 Lessons Learned and Personal Growth 23:03 Pursuing Music in Israel 29:42 Finding Purpose Through Music 29:59 Facing Fear and Responsibility 31:37 The Intensity of Eurovision 34:13 Security Measures and Isolation 40:39 Performing Under Pressure 43:54 Post-Performance Reflections 51:49 Self-Love and Acceptance 57:46 Manifestation and Future Goals 01:02:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by moonbird: Tired of stress hijacking your day or struggling to fall asleep at night? Meet moonbird, your handheld breathing coach, designed to help you slow down and reconnect with your breath. Born from personal need and backed by science, moonbird merges biometric intelligence with guided breathwork to help you calm your mind, ease anxiety, and sleep better. It gently expands and contracts in your hand, guiding your breathing rhythm in real time — no screens, no noise, just you and your breath. Go to https://www.moonbird.life/VALERIA  and use code VALERIA for $25 off. In this juicy episode, Valeria and her husband Gary dive deep into the complexities of infidelity, cheating, and relationship dynamics. Nothing is off-limits in this conversation! They discuss how different stages in life influence the likelihood of cheating, the critical role of sexual and emotional satisfaction, and the importance of self-improvement within a marriage. The conversation includes personal anecdotes on dating etiquette, the evolution of marriage, and balancing independence with togetherness. They also explore why open communication and choosing the right partner are essential for a lasting relationship.  Follow Gary: https://www.instagram.com/garylipovetsky/  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1442019  What we talked about: 00:29 Evolving Perspectives on Cheating 01:17 Discussing Personal Opinions on Cheating 02:39 Psychological Insights on Infidelity 03:20 Why Men Cheat in Their Twenties 05:23 The Role of Experience in Relationships 13:30 Introducing the Moon Bird Device 17:26 Dating Etiquette and Ghosting 22:26 Cheating in Your Thirties 26:32 Understanding Men's Intentions in Relationships 27:05 The Bigger Better Deal Phenomenon 28:13 Cheating in Marriage: A Tragic Reality 29:12 The Nature of Men's Sexual Desires 32:01 The Evolution of Marriage and Monogamy 32:57 Open Relationships and the Future of Marriage 40:28 The Importance of Self-Improvement in Marriage 47:47 Why Men and Women Cheat 50:40 How Women Feel Appreciated in Relationships Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Puori: Clean protein powder is here with Puori’s Pw1 Whey Protein, and we have an exciting deal for you! Right now, get 20% off, or if you choose their already discounted subscription, you get almost a third off the price! Only available when you visit the exclusive URL https://www.Puori.com/VALERIA and use promo code VALERIA. This solo Q&A gets personal—I’m answering your questions about everything from postpartum recovery and motherhood to manifesting, procrastination, and rediscovering who I am. I’m sharing how my connection to Judaism has evolved, what I’ve learned about setting boundaries, and why protecting my nervous system is non-negotiable. I’m also talking about the wellness habits that actually stick, like cold showers, red light therapy, and why weighted vests are my new obsession. Plus, I open up about guilt, identity, and the pressures of playing so many roles at once. If you’ve ever felt stretched thin or unsure where you fit in your own life, this one’s for you. Watch Part One of the Q&A: https://youtu.be/LCamYphlU-I  Shop my looks from this episode:  Intro look: https://shopmy.us/collections/1448355   Main look: https://shopmy.us/collections/1392704  Ad look: https://shopmy.us/collections/1442019  Videos mentioned:  Dr. Lisa Miller episode: https://youtu.be/Zx5HAL2e5e0  Jim Kwik episode: https://youtu.be/V9qr_2-pxlI  Max’s birth vlog: https://youtu.be/WFrFs8RpP4o  Russia vlogs:  https://youtu.be/Ho_5YisGHyU  https://youtu.be/FYhdTvyavoU  https://youtu.be/9_6xEEjH3bw (Meeting My Biological Father for the First Time)  Items mentioned:  Red light: https://joovv.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooRff5EWPepsVCkJ3pUUkVcYmUxnPiHoiWkqaLbWcyilF2f2cAZ  Dr. Lisa Miller book: https://a.co/d/0keo8ju  Weighted Vest: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B1ZHXFF4?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzvaler076-20&creativeASIN=B0B1ZHXFF4&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.LK6ICG3L746I&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin  New Earth by Eckhart Tolle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0452289963?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzvaler076-20&creativeASIN=0452289963&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2IANCXZE2RU26&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_asin  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What I talked about: 00:29 Sharing Personal Thoughts Online 02:00 Overcoming Procrastination 03:20 Dealing with Toxic Environments 05:25 Wellness Routine Insights 09:19 Importance of Protein Intake 12:15 Navigating Public Life and Religion 16:12 Spiritual Journey and Manifesting 20:37 Finding Peace Amidst Hardships 21:52 The Comeback of Faith Among Youth 23:19 Motherhood and Parenting Reflections 23:27 Navigating Postpartum Challenges 30:05 Finding My Mothering Style 34:24 Cultural Heritage and Family Stories 37:32 The Impact of Children on Parents 42:30 A New Perspective on Parenting 46:16 Final Thoughts and Farewell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Barefaced: Barefaced takes the guesswork out of skincare. Founded by Nurse Practitioner Jordan Harper, they pair results-driven products with expert guidance, simplifying your routine and empowering you to achieve the confidence that comes from truly feeling great in your skin. Go to www.barefaced.com and use code VALERIA15 at checkout. Valid through 3/30/25 for both new and existing customers. Starting 3/31/25, valid for new customers only. Offer valid on one-time purchases only. Not applicable to subscription orders. In this episode, Valeria is joined by Jordan Harper, a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner and Founder/CEO of Barefaced. They delve into Jordan's unique journey from working in pediatric ICUs, to becoming an injector and then establishing her own skincare brand based on her clients’ needs. From Botox to Mini Facelifts, Jordan and Valeria discuss the highs and lows of facial augmentation and when and how to know which procedures are right for you. Together they also explore the foundational elements of effective skincare routines, the efficacy of in-office treatments like microneedling and Botox, and the evolving landscape of aesthetic procedures. Additionally, Jordan sheds light on the significance of using the right products based on skin type, Barefaced’s mission of “Less is More”, and the broader conversation around aging gracefully while maintaining mental and physical well-being. Follow Jordan: https://www.instagram.com/jordanharper_np/  Follow Barefaced: https://www.instagram.com/barefaced/  Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1382416  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What We talked about: 00:39 Meet Jordan Harper: From the ICU to Barefaced 01:22 Navigating the World of Experts 03:40 The Role of Problem Solving in Skincare 05:19 Transitioning to Cosmetic Dermatology 08:14 The Evolution of Injectable Treatments 14:46 The Importance of a Solid Skincare Foundation 17:29 Debunking Skincare Myths and Best Practices 31:51 The Importance of Nighttime Skincare 32:01 Maximizing Collagen Production with Vitamin C 32:42 Daytime Skincare Challenges 33:12 The Right Way to Use Retinoids 35:32 SPF: Myths and Realities 37:48 Exfoliation: Finding the Right Balance 40:59 Navigating Skincare Products and Treatments 45:56 The Role of Botox in Skincare 56:52 Facelifts and Aging Gracefully 59:17 Final Thoughts and Takeaways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Puori: Clean protein powder is here with Puori’s Pw1 Whey Protein, and we have an exciting deal for you! Right now, get 20% off, or if you choose their already discounted subscription, you get almost a third off the price! Only available when you visit the exclusive URL https://www.Puori.com/VALERIA and use promo code VALERIA. This solo Q&A is a fun one—I’m answering your burning questions about everything from my recent nose job to confidence, stress, and personal growth. I’m sharing why I finally decided to get a revision, what the recovery was really like, and how being able to actually breathe has changed my energy levels. I’m also getting real about why I think motivation is overrated, how I’ve learned to lean on discipline instead, and my personal approach to managing stress and “balance” (hint: I’m still figuring it out). Plus, I’m talking about confidence, visibility, soviet parents, and the biggest lessons I’d tell my younger self. Plus if you’ve ever struggled with personal style, I’ve got some thoughts on how to find what works for you without falling into every trend. Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1392704  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  Mentioned:  My Color Analysis video: https://youtu.be/GOny7ATxCA4  Agile Styling Color Analysis by Julia: https://www.instagram.com/agile_styling/  My rhinoplasty revision surgeon: https://www.instagram.com/drzface/ https://www.instagram.com/drzface_rhinoplasty/  Centner Wellness (pre-surgery protocols): https://www.instagram.com/centnerwellness/  What I talked about: 00:00 Intro 01:19 My Nose Job Story & Why I Got a Revision 04:46 Surgery & Recovery – The Emotional and Physical Journey 09:42 How Breathing Better Changed My Energy 11:00 My Pre & Post-Surgery Healing Routine 14:07 The Victim Mindset – Why I Reject It 16:00 Confidence & Overcoming Visibility Anxiety 19:00 Managing Stress & Why Asking for Help Matters 22:00 Motivation vs. Discipline – What Really Works 26:42 What I Would Tell My 20-Year-Old Self 28:38 My Biggest Fear – Staying the Same 31:00 Finding Clarity & Taking Action 34:26 Life in Your 30s – What No One Tells You 38:53 Work & Motherhood – Navigating the Chaos 40:45 Personal Style – Finding Confidence in Fashion 43:26 Letting Go of Validation & Comparison Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Perelel: The first and only OB/GYN-founded prenatal vitamin brand dedicated to supporting women at every stage of their hormonal journey. From conception to pregnancy to postpartum and beyond, Perelel delivers targeted, doctor-backed nutrition designed for your body’s unique needs. With stage-specific ingredients, triple-tested products, and a commitment to giving back, Perelel is here to support you—every step of the way. Go to https://www.perelelhealth.com and use promo code VALERIA20 for a discount at checkout. This week, Valeria Lipovetsky sits down with Alex Taylor, co-founder and Co-CEO of Perelel, the first and only OB/GYN-founded vitamin company. Alex opens up about a personal health scare—a shingles outbreak that led to an autoimmune diagnosis—revealing the gaps in women’s healthcare that inspired her to create Perelel. Together, they explore the challenges women face in the medical system, the changes in hormones throughout a woman’s life, and why self-advocacy is more crucial than ever. Alex also shares insights into the science behind Perelel’s innovative formulations, how health impacts fertility, the importance of supporting mental and physical well-being, and the mission to close the women’s health research gap. Follow Alex: https://www.instagram.com/its_alextaylor/  Follow Perelel: https://www.instagram.com/perelelhealth/  Shop Perelel: https://perelelhealth.com/  Items mentioned:  Oura Ring: https://bit.ly/3XIkKjp  Weighted vest: https://amzn.to/4iElU7A  Books & resources mentioned: Unwell Women: https://bit.ly/4bDHdE6  How to Know a Person: https://a.co/d/7nfzUGQ  The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle: https://a.co/d/7nfzUGQ  A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle: https://bit.ly/4ig7k6v  Magee-Womens Research Institute & Foundation https://mageewomens.org/    NIH Sex as a Biological Variable article: https://orwh.od.nih.gov/sex-as-biological-variable  Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1304272  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about: 00:39 Apple Cider Vinegar and The Wellness Industry  02:29 Historical Misogyny in Medicine 04:44 Founding a Mission-Driven Business 09:19 Personal Health Journey and Career Changes 14:04 Building Perelel  19:56 Challenges in the Industry 25:32 Advocating for Women's Health Research 30:47 The Frustration of Unanswered Questions 31:33 Understanding Perimenopause and Menopause 32:25 Cycle Syncing and Vitamin Packs 36:19 The Importance of Creatine and Fiber 38:03 Adapting Workouts for Different Life Stages 39:46 The Role of Iron and Magnesium 47:29 Cultivating Your Own “Balance” 51:36 The Power of Presence and Reflection 55:28 Where to find Alex & Perelel  **Medical Disclaimer: The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by moonbird: Struggling with stress or restless nights? moonbird is here to help. Developed out of a personal need, moonbird is designed to bring you back to the power of your breath—something so simple yet so often overlooked. With its science-backed approach, this handheld breathing coach helps you reset, ease anxiety, and find calm in the chaos of daily life. Go to https://www.moonbird.life and use promo code VALERIA for a discount at checkout. In this episode, Valeria sits down with her dear friend, entrepreneur, and fashion designer Isabela Grutman. They explore the vibrancy of Brazilian culture, the effortless sensuality and confidence of Brazilian women, and the importance of maintaining tradition in a modern world. Isabela shares her journey of building her fashion and jewelry brands, the lessons she’s learned from her husband’s entrepreneurial success, and the realities of running a household with two business-driven partners. The two also get candid about relationships—unpacking dating etiquette, the unspoken rules of marriage, and why the right kind of power in a relationship isn’t about control but about influence. Plus, Isabela reveals the shocking story of a moment that tested her strength and resilience when her family was held at gunpoint in Brazil. Follow Isabela: https://www.instagram.com/isabelagrutman/?hl=en  Shop Rangel: https://www.revolve.com/rangel/br/24fc41/  Shop Isa Grutman: https://isagrutman.com/  Find out more about Style Saves: https://www.instagram.com/stylesaves/  Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1319456  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about: 00:38 Embracing Brazilian Culture 01:13 Brazilian Joy and Resilience 02:49 Cultural Comparisons: Brazil vs. Russia 06:41 Raising Kids the Brazilian Way 09:43 Don’t Trust Brazilian Men  12:03 The Importance of Traditions 26:31 Social Events and Anxiety 28:07 Starting a Fashion and Jewelry Brand 30:07 Jewelry vs. Clothing: The Challenges 33:05 Handling Disappointment and Maintaining Standards 34:16 Leadership and Execution 35:46 Inspiration and Business Lessons from David 41:21 Balancing Entrepreneurship and Marriage 52:56 Motherhood and Personal Identity 55:21 Held at Gunpoint in Brazil 58:53 Reflecting on Womanhood and Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Puori: Clean protein powder is here with Puori’s Pw1 Whey Protein, and we have an exciting deal for you! Right now, get 20% off, or if you choose their already discounted subscription, you get almost a third off the price! Only available when you visit the exclusive URL https://www.Puori.com/VALERIA and use promo code VALERIA. In this solo episode, Valeria delves deep into her personal journey of self-judgment and invites a lightness of being. She reflects on a recent conversation that triggered a profound realization about her tendency to judge herself and others. She discusses her journey through Kabbalah classes, newfound hobbies like paddle, and her yearning for privacy while navigating her roles as a mother, content creator, and individual. Valeria emphasizes the importance of creating space for lightness and embracing self-trust in decision-making amidst the complexities of the world. Watch my episode with Vita: https://youtu.be/kJvSxTvUBGA  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1218644  What I talked about: 00:32 Podcast Inspirations and Personal Reflections 01:31 A Thought-Provoking Conversation 02:31 Analyzing My Response 04:42 Embracing Femininity and Softness 08:53 Kabbalah and Self-Judgment 12:11 Finding New Inspirations 16:46 Exploring New Hobbies 20:39 Balancing Privacy and Content Creation 24:43 Navigating Pre-teen Parenting Challenges 28:24 Inviting Lightness and Balance 30:44 Conclusion and Future Outlook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by CLEARSTEM! If you’re looking for skincare that’s both anti-acne and anti-aging, CLEARSTEM has you covered. Their science-backed formulas help you achieve clear, glowing skin without pore-clogging ingredients. And we have a special deal for you—get 15% off your order when you visit https://www.clearstem.com/notalone and use the code VALERIA at checkout! Today, Valeria Lipovetsky sits down with Danielle Gronich and Kayleigh Christina, founders of CLEARSTEM. Together, they debunk common skincare myths, such as the misconception that 'clean and organic' means acne-safe, and discuss the crucial role of internal health in skin wellness. They share their personal struggles with severe acne, the inefficacies of traditional dermatological treatments, and their journey to creating their partnership. The discussion also covers practical advice on eliminating pore-clogging ingredients, the impact of supplements on skin health, and the importance of personalized approaches to skincare. Danielle and Kayleigh also elaborate on their new blood work program that assesses various markers to provide tailored skincare solutions.  Follow CLEARSTEM: https://www.instagram.com/clearstemskincare/  Follow Danielle: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.the.acne.guru/  Follow Kayleigh: https://www.instagram.com/kayleigh.christina/  FREE RESOURCE: CLEARSTEM Pore Clogging Ingredients Checker https://clearstem.com/pages/pore-clogging-ingredients-list?srsltid=AfmBOoriAnt5n13_iDwLlV7ULuWTJcJYja9LVUEhwkx6TUugFBM-5H-f Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1271062  What we talked about:  00:00 Intro 01:08 Danielle’s Acne Journey  02:46 ClearStem's Philosophy and Founders 04:57 Kayleigh's Acne Struggle and Breakthrough 08:25 Understanding Hormonal Acne 11:04 Navigating Acne Triggers and Solutions 13:53 The Role of Supplements and Diet 21:32 Birth Control and Acne: Myths and Realities 30:21 Blood Work and Acne: The Missing Link 32:04 The Power of Community Support 33:30 Personalized Dermatology: A New Approach 37:49 Debunking Acne Myths 46:35 The CLEARSTEM Journey: Building a Brand 54:06 Partnership and Growth 56:15 What's Next for CLEARSTEM? 58:36 Skincare Tips and Final Thoughts Disclaimer: The links in this description are sponsor or affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links I may earn a credit or commission at no additional cost to you. **Medical Disclaimer: The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Puori: Clean protein powder is here with Puori’s Pw1 Whey Protein, and we have an exciting deal for you! Right now, get 20% off, or if you choose their already discounted subscription, you get almost a third off the price! Only available when you visit the exclusive URL https://www.Puori.com/VALERIA and use promo code VALERIA. In this week’s episode, Valeria sits down to chat with her friend, model Vita Sidorkina. While in a goofy, silly mood, Valeria and Vita cover navigating friendships and the pitfalls of gossiping to the pressures of achieving Russian beauty standards. They delve into their personal horror stories in the modelling industry, the impact of their Eastern European backgrounds on their careers, and positive life realizations in their 30s. Through humor and introspection, Valeria and Vita also explore the culture of oversharing, the evolving views on self-improvement, the importance of staying true to oneself, and the comeback of American patriotism.  Follow Vita: https://www.instagram.com/vitasidorkina/  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/54Swt  What we talked about: 00:00 Eastern Eurpoean Banter 00:08 Healthy Competition and Podcasting 01:39 Talking Shit and Gossiping 03:48 In and Out Trends for 2025 06:51 Friendship and Making New Friends 09:22 Russian Beauty Standards and Natural Beauty 15:32 Parenting and Childhood Memories 27:19 Age Gap Relationships: Healthy or Trauma related? 32:06 The Importance of Respect in Relationships 32:46 Expressing Emotions and Setting Boundaries 33:21 Dealing with Toxic Relationships 34:56 Cutting Out BS Friends 37:18 America vs. Eastern Europe: Cultural Differences in Communication 37:51 The Balance Between Sharing and Oversharing 38:12 The Struggle with Superficiality 45:00 Shots O’Clock  47:54 Modeling Industry HORROR Stories  57:34 Patriotism and the American Dream Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Puori: Clean protein powder is here with Puori’s Pw1 Whey Protein, and we have an exciting deal for you! Right now, get 20% off, or if you choose their already discounted subscription, you get almost a third off the price! Only available when you visit the exclusive URL https://www.Puori.com/VALERIA and use promo code VALERIA. Moving to Miami changed everything for Valeria and Gary - shifting their mindset on abundance, opportunity, and personal growth. In this episode, they reflect on how the move reshaped their business, family life, and approach to success. Gary shares why hobbies like motorcycles and shooting have helped him grow, while Valeria opens up about breaking free from hyper-independence and learning to embrace true partnership. They also discuss social media’s role in shaping expectations and why effort is essential in achieving a seemingly effortless life. With candid moments, humor, and valuable insights, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to embrace change, build meaningful relationships, and step into abundance. Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  Follow Gary: https://www.instagram.com/garylipovetsky/  Join Creator Method: https://creatormethod.com/   Mentioned:  Wedding Rap: https://youtu.be/6YmP1TSJmzo  Many Lives, Many Masters by Brian Weiss https://a.co/d/cAvHoqX  Alvaro Nunez Rise Episode: https://youtu.be/krJ1-qH_zwg?si=21gxP9fbbVNGY85J  Rizo Drink: https://rizoradiance.com/  Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4PUNx  Watches: Longines What we talked about: 00:42 Gary’s a Rapper 02:23 Life in Miami vs. Canada 06:35 Embracing Abundance and Personal Growth 08:31 Navigating Social Media and Authenticity 11:46 Family Dynamics and Celebrations 24:12 Finding Joy and Personal Hobbies 27:50 Effort and Success in Content Creation 31:25 Balancing Expectations and Enjoying Life 33:40 Facing Mortality and Finding Joy 41:45 The Value of Mentorship and Community 46:32 Marriage, Independence, and Vulnerability 51:25 Humor and Hidden Secrets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Puori: Clean protein powder is here with Puori’s Pw1 Whey Protein, and we have an exciting deal for you! Right now, get 20% off, or if you choose their already discounted subscription, you get almost a third off the price! Only available when you visit the exclusive URL https://www.Puori.com/VALERIA and use promo code VALERIA. In this candid solo episode, Valeria discusses her journey away from self-judgement and unto confidence and authenticity.  She reflects on the importance of environment in personal growth, touching on the gratitude she feels for the different places that have shaped her life. Valeria shares her thoughts on the power of mindset, the significance of making drastic life changes, and how moving to Miami has impacted her and her family's lives. Additionally, she dives into her decision to stop using Botox, exploring alternative methods for healthy aging, and the importance of redefining success and balance in life. Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  Bone broth: https://www.brodo.com/ My fav face tape: https://bit.ly/ws-valeria Elena Cardone episode: https://youtu.be/1UrWDHY9ijo Elena Cardone book: https://a.co/d/giTpIBD What I talked about:  00:58 Facing the Challenge of Solo Conversations 02:11 Embracing Authenticity and Miami Life 05:35 Reflections on Moving and Personal Growth 10:29 The Power of Environment and Mindset 15:17 Redefining Success and Joy 26:18 Work-Life Integration and Personal Updates 28:44 Experimenting with Natural Aging 37:21 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Puori: Clean protein powder is here with Puori’s Pw1 Whey Protein, and we have an exciting deal for you! Right now, get 20% off, or if you choose their already discounted subscription, you get almost a third off the price! Only available when you visit the exclusive URL https://www.Puori.com/VALERIA and use promo code VALERIA. This week, Valeria sits down with her friend, renowned relationship coach and author Jillian Turecki, as they delve into the hard truths of love, self-acceptance, and healing. Jillian shares deeply personal stories from her life, including the struggles of marriage, the failures of couples therapy, and how heartbreak inspired her to write her highly anticipated book, It Begins with You. Together, they explore the nine core truths from the book, such as why "no one is coming to save you," the difference between lust and love, and the importance of making peace with your parents. From recognizing and overcoming childhood trauma to learning mindfulness and self-advocacy, Jillian offers practical tools for navigating the challenges of relationships. They discuss controlling the mind, communicating effectively, and why choosing yourself is key to finding connection, intimacy, and fulfillment. Whether you're single, married, or in the process of self-discovery, this episode offers actionable insights to repair your relationship with yourself and build the love you deserve. Don't miss this powerful discussion with one of today’s leading voices in relational healing. It Begins with You by Jillian Turecki: https://www.jillianturecki.com/book  Follow Jillian Turecki: https://www.instagram.com/jillianturecki/ Listen to Jillian on Love: https://open.spotify.com/episode/497ZjewWIwCca2E5ASpZ9B  Jillian Turecki website: https://www.jillianturecki.com/  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4OMP3 What we talked about:  00:32 Jillian’s Personal Journey & Writing It Begins With You  02:00 The Struggles of Marriage and Therapy 03:41 Healing Through Helping Others 05:31 The Challenges of Couples Therapy 08:51 The Hard Truths of Relationships 16:50 Making Peace with Your Parents 19:44 Recognizing and Overcoming Childhood Trauma 27:00 Choosing Yourself in Relationships 35:55 Controlling the Mind and Navigating Thoughts 40:59 Mindfulness in Relationships 41:17 Self-Awareness and Gaslighting 43:06 Differentiating Lust and Love 43:44 The Practice of Love 47:29 Understanding Love and Acceptance 01:01:22 The Importance of Self-Advocacy 01:08:48 Male Psychology in Relationships 01:12:24 Effective Communication Strategies 01:15:12 Empowerment and Change Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode, Valeria sits down with entrepreneur, author, and speaker Elena Cardone. Elena opens up about the challenges and realizations she encountered after getting married, including the shift from independence to partnership within a marriage. She highlights the importance of continuous personal and mutual growth and reflects on how she and her husband, Grant, have built their success over two decades, culminating in their “billionaire” status. The conversation explores their journey through the 2008 financial crisis, the sacrifices made for their shared vision, and the dynamics of codependency in marriage. Elena also shares her thoughts on money, the evolving role of a supportive spouse, and the power of open communication. Their conversation also touches on parenting teenagers in a high-pressure environment, aligning professional goals with family life, and empowering women to discover their voice and strength in their marriages and personal growth. Follow Elena Cardone: https://www.instagram.com/elenacardone/  Elena Cardone’s website: https://elenacardone.com/  Build an Empire: How to Have it All by Elena Cardone: https://a.co/d/giTpIBD  Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/52FeS Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What we talked about:  00:39 Welcoming Elena Cardone 01:00 Discovering Elena's Journey 02:38 The Reality of Marriage and Sacrifice 05:17 Challenging Traditional Beliefs 11:10 Navigating Resentment and Validation 18:14 Redefining Wealth and Money 25:44 The Continuous Creation of Marriage 34:24 Understanding Communication in Relationships 36:13 The Role of Tone in Effective Communication 37:54 Growth Through Challenges 39:46 Aligning Personal Ambitions and Relationships 40:03 The Importance of a Supportive Partner 41:39 Rejecting Normalcy and Embracing Growth 43:16 Encouraging Partner Growth 53:22 Raising Empowered Children 59:07 Managing Social Media with Teens 01:00:56 Integrating Professional and Personal Life 01:04:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode, we revisit a riveting conversation with actress, entrepreneur, and mother, Jessica Alba. Featuring new footage and an extended cut, this episode delves deeper into Jessica’s journey growing up in the entertainment industry, the impact of her upbringing, and how she navigates modern motherhood. Jessica shares her experiences with proving her worth in Hollywood, dealing with societal expectations of sexiness, and finding herself as a woman and mother. She delves into her childhood, the complexities of her multicultural family background, and the cultural challenges they faced. Jessica also talks about the balance between career and family, the creation of The Honest Company and the significance of having multiple roles beyond just motherhood. Together, Jessica and Valeria reveal their thoughts on parenting, the importance of routines, coping mechanisms, and how personal experiences and philosophy shaped their parenting styles. Follow Jessica Alba: https://www.instagram.com/jessicaalba/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jessicaalba?lang=en  Watch Honest Renovations: https://www.roku.com/en-ca/whats-on/tv-shows/honest-renovations?id=8b926ff837975aedbf18257557f6358c&srsltid=AfmBOor6KzF2h36ZGssYUQipvjtodEhtfzLuF63Fs3hnJQw39GO96ZXy  The Honest Company: https://www.honest.com/  Items Mentioned:  New Earth by Eckhart Tolle: https://a.co/d/2Me1AGt  The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz: https://a.co/d/dvd9Dc1  1984 by George Orwell: https://a.co/d/aSNeDEK  Tarantula by Bob Dylan: https://a.co/d/fGIVFdF  Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka: https://a.co/d/4Pu6pqU  What We Talked About:  00:00 Introduction and Early Career Struggles 01:27 Personal Background and Upbringing 02:06 Modern Motherhood and Upbringing Reflections 03:49 Family Dynamics and Cultural Influences 08:54 Navigating Identity and Motherhood 17:17 Creating The Honest Company 18:55 Balancing Motherhood and Personal Identity 31:40 Embracing Parenthood: Defining Moments 32:28 Lessons from the Past: Wisdom from Grandparents 33:55 Building a Business and Raising a Family 37:22 The Struggle for Balance and Overcoming Guilt 44:29 Parenting Insights: From Motherhood to Parenthood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Daye: Raising the standards in gynae health by creating innovative products and services that fit conveniently into our lives. Daye's Diagnostic Tampon, which won this year's Time Invention award in the Home Health category, offers a convenient way to test your vaginal health from the comfort of home. Learn more and shop now at: https://www.yourdaye.com/ In this week’s episode, Valeria sits down with Valentina Milanova, founder of Daye, to discuss how women’s reproductive health is being transformed through innovation and advocacy. Valentina shares her journey of challenging gender bias in medical research and creating groundbreaking solutions, including pain-relieving CBD tampons and diagnostic tampons that detect STIs, HPV, and infections. They dive into topics like menstrual pain, vaginal microbiome health, cervical cancer prevention, and the systemic neglect of women’s health in clinical studies. With personal insights and a call for systemic change, this episode highlights the urgent need for better education, support, and care in gynecology.  Follow Daye: https://www.instagram.com/yourdaye/  Shop Daye products:  Vaginal Microbiome Screening kit: https://www.yourdaye.com/products/at-home-vaginal-screening/  STI Testing Tampons: https://www.yourdaye.com/products/at-home-sti-screening/  CBD Tampons: https://www.yourdaye.com/products/tampons/  Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4Wdxm  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  01:06 Intro 01:14 Early Experiences with Women's Health 03:24 Challenges in Gynecological Health 10:54 Discovering the Vagina as a Drug Delivery Mechanism 13:47 The Gender Bias in Medical Research 19:57 Fundraising Challenges for Female Founders 30:34 Innovative Solutions for Women's Health 42:27 Building Trust and Securing Investors 43:32 Seizing Opportunities and Overcoming Shame 47:55 The Importance of the Vaginal Microbiome 55:00 Challenges in Tampon Manufacturing 01:01:52 Advocating for Women's Health 01:06:54 Future of Women's Health and Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this heartwarming and hilarious episode, Valeria sits down with her 10-year-old son, Ben, to explore the world through his sharp, curious, and quirky lens. From Ben's "geography phase" to his plans for world travel (starting with Norway, of course), they dive into everything from childhood dreams and sibling dynamics to the joys and misadventures of growing up. Plus, Ben shares his surprising take on adulthood, discipline, and the best way to handle a Taylor Swift superfan. Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4WKA5  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  People & items mentioned:  Japanese music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tUATpY1wIDs  Japanese music video story-time: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THdvHbZxnxI  Drew Binsky: https://www.youtube.com/c/drewbinsky  Connor Price: https://www.youtube.com/@ConnorPrice_  GRAHAM: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeeUnpAt1r9O90Ko7ZyVYuw  Blood on the River by Elisa Carbone: https://a.co/d/5HemqmC    Mindset by Carol S. Dweck: https://a.co/d/ei6SgaA  Baby 3 announcement/gender reveal: https://youtu.be/CkgFlcXiyVA?si=p_fCDVbfzs-nYCN-  00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:47 Reflecting on Age and Experience 02:12 Phases and Interests 02:29 Geography and World History 04:23 Travel Dreams and Cultural Fascinations 09:46 Family Travel Memories 20:37 Parenting Styles and Discipline 22:28 Sibling Dynamics 25:29 Personal Interests and Identity 34:05 Embarrassing Moments and Book Recommendations 34:41 Historical Fiction: Blood on the River 36:12 Future Plans: College or Travel? 37:34 Interactions with Fans 38:55 Podcast Ideas and Celebrity Guests 39:46 Lessons from Parents 47:50 School Subjects and Teachers 01:02:04 Handling Mean Boys and Personal Growth 01:05:38 Language Skills and Cultural Connections 01:08:01 Conclusion and Future Plans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Valeria sits down to chat with Dr. Amy Shah, aka @fastingmd. Dr. Shah is a renowned MD that specializes in nutrition and works in clinical medicine, allergy, and immunology. Together, they explore the importance of understanding female hormonal fluctuations, the vital role of gut health, and how women’s health has been historically under-researched. Dr. Shah shares actionable insights on circadian rhythm fasting, the benefits of gut-brain connectivity, and her 30-30-3 diet rule, along with essential supplements and stress management strategies. This empowering conversation provides practical advice to help women take charge of their health and begin a journey toward holistic healing. Follow Dr. Amy Shah: https://www.instagram.com/fastingmd/?hl=en  Dr. Amy Shah’s Website: https://amymdwellness.com/  Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4XLQD  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  00:00 Introduction and Personal Journey 02:24 The Gap in Women's Health Research 04:20 Challenges in Medical Studies  06:12 The Rise of Social Media and Books 06:51 Intermittent Fasting for Women 12:33 Gut-Brain Connection 21:11 Practical Tips for Women's Health 30:45 The Impact of Fasting on Heart Health 31:30 The Rise of Preventative Health Awareness 32:01 Cancer and Obesity: Unsolved Mysteries 32:57 Nutrition and Cancer: What We Know 34:28 Managing Stress and Recovery for Women 39:51 Navigating Body Image in the Social Media Age 45:24 Preparing for Menopause: Early Steps 50:13 Exercise and Longevity: A New Perspective 52:09 Preventing Burnout: Practical Tips 54:45 Back to Basics: Foundational Health Tips 57:11 Final Thoughts and Resources Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Knix: It’s their BIGGEST SALE OF THE YEAR: Up to 60% Off Online & In-Store. Get an extra 10% off with code VALERIA10.  SHOP NOW: https://knix.com/?utm_source=Instagram&utm_medium=Influencer&utm_campaign=VALERIABFC Today, Valeria sits down with Sascha Barboza, the powerhouse behind the Sasha Fitness brand. From her beginnings as a blogger in Venezuela to building a multimillion-dollar supplement empire, Sascha shares her entrepreneurial journey, rooted in passion, resilience, and authenticity. They delve into topics like navigating cultural shifts, the challenges of being a pioneer in the female fitness space, and the delicate balance of maintaining credibility in a fast-paced digital age. Sascha also opens up about her decision to prioritize quality over quantity, why her content strategy is about trust over trends, and how she balances her personal and professional identity. Follow Sascha: https://www.instagram.com/saschafitness/  Follow Sascha Fitness Market: https://www.instagram.com/saschafitnessmarket/  Shop Sascha Fitness Market: https://www.amazon.com/stores/SASCHAFITNESS/Homepage/page/871EEDBE-7A37-471C-B75B-A3CC58D51784  Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4WOTB  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  What We Talked About:  00:00 Intro 02:35 Sasha's Journey to Fitness Fame 05:44 Early Life and Influences 07:33 Building a Business Empire 10:22 Family and Personal Values 14:20 Challenges and Successes 21:41 Partnership and Business Dynamics 32:01 Reflections on Venezuela and Future Goals 33:04 Challenges of Venezuelan Immigrants 34:45 Returning to Venezuela: Risks and Rewards 36:10 Cultural Differences: Miami vs. Venezuela 38:21 Parenting and Body Image 42:28 Evolving Fitness Philosophy 50:59 Hormonal Health and Aging 57:08 Therapy and Mental Health 01:03:29 Balancing Success and Personal Life 01:06:12 Conclusion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by HigherDOSE. Their biggest SALE of the year is here! Get 20% off your order at https://higherdose.com/ with code VALERIADOSE In this episode, Valeria sits down with Lauren Berlingeri, co-founder and co-CEO of HigherDOSE, who shares her transition from a demanding modeling career to discovering a passion for holistic health and co-founding HigherDOSE. She opens up about battling severe hormonal imbalances, the pressures of perfectionism, and an intense lifestyle that culminated in a grand mal seizure—a turning point that transformed her approach to health and self-care. Valeria and Lauren bond over their experiences balancing career and motherhood, emphasizing the importance of letting go of control and embracing self-compassion. Lauren reflects on integrating recovery practices like infrared saunas and daily gratitude to shift from merely surviving to truly thriving. This episode provides an honest look at prioritizing self-care and intuition for meaningful personal and professional growth. Lauren Berlingeri is dedicated to inspiring others through fitness and naturally-healthy lifestyle practices. After launching her career as an international model, Berlingeri went on to star in her own show, “Women vs. Workout”—grossing over 15 million views and receiving a Webby Award nomination for Best Host. This experience led to extreme sports hosting for brands such as UFC, EA Sports, and IMG. Having cemented her name within the fitness industry, Berlingeri decided to expand her expertise, earning a holistic nutritionist and health coach certification at The Institute of Integrative Nutrition. Lauren discovered the power of Infrared technology — specifically Infrared saunas — and saw an opportunity to bring the biohacking tool to the masses. Since co-founding HigherDOSE with Katie Kaps, the wellness brand has experienced meteoric success, boiling down to a true revolutionization of the spa business. Lauren brings a fresh perspective to a space that has been dominated by male voices from its inception, making it HigherDOSE’s core mission to educate women about their bio-individuality and give them the tools they need to reach their own best selves, with content designed to educate people on how to take control of their own wellness regimens. Follow Lauren: https://www.instagram.com/laurenberlingeri/  ​ Follow HigherDOSE: https://www.instagram.com/higherdose  Learn more about HigherDOSE: https://higherdose.com/en-ca/pages/wellness-tech  Items mentioned:   Woman vs. Workout: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5C25A1F253EC28B7  Biohack-HERS: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtt3Vc8Sfqz2rWmxlkgDdcqUJp4fkWY1v  Power vs. Force by David Hawkins: https://a.co/d/5THzhuu  The Body Keeps the Score: https://a.co/d/cSkIXKP  Dr. Mindy Pelz: https://www.instagram.com/dr.mindypelz/  Fast Like A Girl by Dr. Mindy Pelz: https://a.co/d/fk7adQC  Dr. Stacy Sims: https://www.instagram.com/drstacysims/?hl=en What We Talked About:  00:00 Intro 00:32 First Impressions and Inspiration 01:34 Journey from Modeling to Fitness 02:48 Women Vs. Workout: Discovering Resilience 07:55 The Birth of Higher Dose 09:02 The Rise of Infrared Saunas 22:42 Navigating Wellness and Biohacking 30:42 The Importance of Self-Healing 31:19 Parenting and Trusting Yourself 32:04 Recognizing and Utilizing Tools 33:21 The Impact of Hormones on Health 35:35 The Journey of Motherhood and Self-Care 42:10 Balancing Work, Family, and Self 52:12 The Role of Biohacking in Women's Health 01:01:07 Embracing Aging and Redefining Beauty 01:07:16 Raising Confident and Empathetic Children 01:10:27 Final Thoughts and Resources Disclaimer: The links in this description are sponsor or affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links I may earn a credit or commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Valeria chats with her friend, supermodel, and wellness entrepreneur Miranda Kerr. They dive into her 25-year career; from becoming the first Australian Victoria’s Secret Angel to founding her beauty line Kora Organics. Miranda reflects on personal tragedies, including losing her boyfriend at 16 and family health struggles, and how those experiences shaped her approaches to gratitude, resilience, and holistic wellness. Delving into the science behind her products, Miranda highlights the benefits of certified organic ingredients, from turmeric to noni juice, which she’s used since she was 13! Hope you enjoy! Follow Miranda: https://instagram.com/mirandakerr  https://www.tiktok.com/@mirandakerr?lang=en   ​ Follow Kora Organics: https://www.instagram.com/koraorganics/?hl=en  Items mentioned:  Kora Organics: https://us.koraorganics.com/collections/all-products   Power vs. Force by David Hawkins: https://a.co/d/5THzhuu  You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay https://a.co/d/bthtBZ6  The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho https://a.co/d/bthtBZ6  Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4VrQJ https://liketk.it/4VyNy  What We Talked About:  00:00 Introduction and Career Reflection 01:37 Personal Tragedy and Life Lessons 02:34 Health and Wellness Journey 08:00 Moving on from Victoria’s Secret 11:31 Parenting Philosophy and Challenges 21:10 Work-Life Integration 27:35 Parenting Challenges and Solutions 30:06 Balancing Motherhood and Career 32:44 The Journey of Kora Organics 34:43 Skincare Secrets and Innovations 37:16 The Philosophy Behind Kora Organics 43:48 Personal Reflections and Future Plans 48:18 Miranda’s Book Recommendations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following:  Wild: Get 20% off your first order from Wild https://wearewild.com/us/?discount=WILDVALERIA20 with promo code WILDVALERIA20 In this solo episode, Valeria opens up about her journey as a millennial mother learning to trust her instincts in the age of overwhelming advice. She shares a recent story of deciding to unfollow parenting accounts on social media, explaining how their well-meaning tips often triggered feelings of judgment and inadequacy. Reflecting on her personal experience, Valeria explores the pressure millennial parents face, constantly bombarded with expert advice on how to parent “correctly.” She advocates for tuning into one's intuition, highlighting how true empowerment as a mother often comes from within, not from outside voices. Through humor and honesty, she invites fellow moms to embrace their unique parenting path and let go of societal expectations. Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Shop my look from this episode:  Shirt: https://liketk.it/4UHCl  Jeans: https://liketk.it/4U7Bp  What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:29 My Recent Instagram Post 03:17 Seeking Parental Advice from Books 05:27 Learning to Trust My Parenting Style 08:41 Am I Losing Myself? 12:29 The So-Called Parenting Experts 16:30 Trust Your Instincts and Your Child’s Individual Needs 19:22 Talk to Your Kids 20:30 The Aspect of Balance in Motherhood 23:54 Develop Your Own Motherhood Instincts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following:  Wild: Get 20% off your first order from Wild https://wearewild.com/us/?discount=WILDVALERIA20 with promo code WILDVALERIA20 Hiya: Try Hiya’s best-selling children's vitamin & receive 50% off your first order. To claim this exclusive discount go to https://www.hiyahealth.com/VALERIA. This deal is not available on their regular website!  Valeria chats with Dr. Berry Fairchild, a board-certified plastic surgeon, about the real-life side of plastic surgery beyond the glamorous social media posts. Dr. Fairchild shares her unique path from working as an ICU nurse to becoming a top plastic surgeon, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the hard work and dedication it takes. They dive into everything from popular cosmetic procedures like breast augmentations and fat grafting to the rise of non-invasive treatments, and even touch on the mental and emotional impact that surgery can have. Valeria opens up about her own experiences with plastic surgery and how it’s influenced her self-confidence. The episode brings a fresh, thoughtful perspective to the conversation around cosmetic surgery, encouraging listeners to consider both the physical and emotional aspects of going under the knife. Find Dr. Berry Fairchild on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drberryfairchild  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drberryfairchild  Website: https://drfairchildplasticsurgery.com/  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4U7s0  Join Creator Method: Head to https://www.creatormethod.com and join our thriving community today. Use promo code NOTALONE at checkout to get 10% off your first year of Creator Method membership. What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 01:18 The Plastic Surgeon’s Life 02:42 Road to Plastic Surgery 08:29 Social Media Can Be Overwhelming for Anyone 14:00 The Right Operation for the Right Person 17:00 Non Surgical interventions 20:18 Performing the Right Intervention 24:17 Downside of Thread Lift 26:27 Utilizing Procedures that are Duly Tested 27:54 Has Beauty Standards Changed? 30:03 The Dangers of BBL Procedure 33:55 People are Seeking Removal of Implants 35:46 Lymphoma Tied to Breast Implants 37:50 Benefits of Aesthetic Breast Surgery 41:51 Transparency and Limitations 43:55 The Stigma is Slowly Diminishing 46:29 Facial Aging Procedures 49:49 Teach Children to Have Confidence in Their Achievements 51:39 Setting Safe Limits for Your Child 56:55 Best Advice for People Seeking Surgery 58:00 What are the Overrated Procedures? 59:00 Where are we at with Laser Treatment? 01:01:34 What are Exosomes? 01:04:56 Radiofrequency Treatments 01:06:46 Holistic Approach to Skin Care and Aging 01:09:34 The Basics to Skin Care Disclaimer: The links in this description are sponsor or affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links I may earn a credit or commission at no additional cost to you. **Medical Disclaimer: The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following:  Lume: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code VALERIA at https://www.LumeDeodorant.com! #lumepod Cozy Earth: Go to https://www.cozyearth.com/notalone and use code VALERIA for an exclusive discount for up to 40% off  Betterhelp: Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/notalone  and get on your way to being your best self Valeria chats with astrologer Danielle Paige about the practical power of astrology in everyday life. Danielle, a renowned astrologer and spiritual teacher with over 16 years of experience, shares her journey from a successful career in interior architecture to a spiritual awakening that led her to astrology. They discuss how astrology, particularly through natal charts, sun, moon, and rising signs, helps people better understand their life purpose, emotions, and relationships. Valeria reflects on her own experiences with astrology, exploring how it can be a tool to reconnect with oneself and gain deeper self-awareness. The episode leaves listeners with a sense of empowerment through astrology as a guide for personal development.   Astrology Mystery School Level 1 is Danielle’s most popular masterclass and is closing its doors on October 27th. Danielle will teach you how to read your soul blueprint so you can get clarity in all aspects of your life. In AMS you will learn the language of the stars…which is the language of your soul. Enroll now: http://daniellepaige.com/AMS-enroll Follow Danielle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamdaniellepaige/  Join Creator Method: Head to https://www.creatormethod.com and join our thriving community today. Use promo code NOTALONE at checkout to get 10% off your first year of Creator Method membership. Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4UHxX What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:56 From Interior Design Architecture to Astrology 03:35 Getting a Spiritual Hint 09:24 The Map of Your Soul 12:36 Life is a Repetitive Cycle   14:56 We’re All Multi-Dimensional Beings 19:31 Astrology is About Consciousness 21:33 The Natal Chart is the Blueprint of Your Soul 24:57 Our Consciousness is Expanding 28:16 The False Sense of Control 31:23 What is the Matrix? 33:07 Every Person is Intuitive 37:28 The Big 3 in Astrology 40:55 Valeria’s Natal Reading 49:38 Real Cycle Reading 53:48 How Often Should Readings Happen? 59:32 Is Astrology Connected to Astronomy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following:  Orgain: Get in on delicious protein-packed nutrition today! Head to https://wwwOrgain.com/VALERIA and use code VALERIA for 20% off your order.  Nurture Life:  For 55% off your order, head to https://www.NurtureLife.com/valeria and use code VALERIA.   Green Chef: Go to https://www.greenchef.com/valeria50 and use code valeria50 for 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next two months. Today, Valeria and Gary get real about the feedback they've received from listeners. From Gary being called too harsh to comments about their relationship dynamic, they tackle it all head-on with humor and honesty. Valeria opens up about how she feels when Gary’s directness gets misunderstood, and Gary explains why he believes in being straightforward—even if it rubs people the wrong way sometimes. The two dive into how they’ve learned to communicate more effectively, share some laughs about the wild world of online comments, and reflect on the balance between staying true to themselves while also growing together as a couple.  Follow Gary on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garylipovetsky/  Join Creator Method: Head to https://www.creatormethod.com and join our thriving community today. Use promo code NOTALONE at checkout to get 10% off your first year of Creator Method membership. Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Shop this episode:  Dress: https://www.zara.com/ca/en/trf-fitted-denim-dress-p03643181.html?v1=370178137  Oura Ring: https://bit.ly/46lWcym  Gary’s watch: https://www.longines.com/en-ca/p/watch-longines-spirit-flyback-l3-821-4-53-9  What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 01:40 Every Married Couple Communicates Differently 07:24 Don’t Change to Appease Other People’s Views 09:58 Do You Feel Fulfilled in Your Relationship? 14:01 This is Why Our Marriage Has Worked 16:47 People Just Find Gary to be Harsh 18:02 Firm Communication is Welcome 21:58 The Conversation We Had About My Brain Cyst 31:48 Emotions are Necessary 33:45 Is Gary Threatened by Valeria’s Career? 39:44 Gary’s Pseudo-Intelligent, Snarky Remarks 44:46 Is Gary Being Domineering? 47:03 Let’s Talk About Age Gaps in Couples 54:21 Define an Alpha Male 56:00 Being Direct Might Sound Harsh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Knix: Get 10% off Valeria’s favourite leakproof underwear at www.knix.com with code VALERIA10 Valeria catches up with her stepbrother Denis, seven years after their first video together! They chat about their quirky family dynamics, the funny story of how they met, and Denis’ wild dating life. From family gatherings like Shabbat dinners to the ups and downs of blended family life, nothing’s off the table. Denis spills on his dating mishaps, including catfishing and dating app drama, while they both laugh about the pressure social media adds. They even get into the whole "who pays on dates" debate, with Denis sticking to his gentlemanly ways and Valeria weighing in on today’s mixed signals. Denis is on: https://www.instagram.com/yopdenis  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4Hz9P  Mentioned:  The Paradox of Choice by Barry Schwartz: https://www.amazon.com/Paradox-Choice-Why-More-Less/dp/0060005696  Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg Mckeown https://a.co/d/8fifhy1  Tim Ferris: www.instagram.com/timferriss/  Chris Williamson: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx/  Old YouTube videos with Denis:  10 Things NOT TO DO On A First Date Featuring My Brother: https://youtu.be/aygt-N8gnuo  Taking Over My Brother's Tinder: https://youtu.be/cG2vXoWwWvk  I Made My Brother A Birthday Cake, Epic Fail Or Great Success?! https://youtu.be/cG2vXoWwWvk  What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 02:41 Meet Denis, my brother 03:47 Unconventional family connection 07:18 How we met for the first time 08:54 Operation: Move Denis to Miami 10:43 The advice he did not expect to hear 14:51 Introduction on social media 16:48 Ten things not to do on a date 21:51 Time to date intentionally 25:03 Everything closed during the pandemic 27:20 When a man is ready to settle 30:22 Being cautious on social media 32:49 Catfishing  36:11 Distorted expectation 42:56 Be intentional when you date 46:45 Who pays for the date? 49:40 Chivalry is dead 53:19 Guys need to step up 56:32 Are you happy? 59:30 Biggest lesson learned this year 01:07:10 You’re so much like your mom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Lume: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code VALERIA at https://www.LumeDeodorant.com! #lumepod Valeria sits down with her close friend, Aleks Malkin, to discuss the beauty and complexities of life's choices, personal growth, and the paths not taken. The episode dives deep into themes of self-reflection, hyper-independence, and the power of vulnerability, as the two friends share stories of their past, the defining moments that shaped them, and how their perspectives on life have evolved over the years. Aleks opens up about her journey with motherhood, marriage, and the importance of allowing oneself to feel deeply, even if it means facing uncomfortable truths. Valeria shares her own experiences of contemplating the "what ifs" in life, questioning the different paths she could have taken, and the realization that some choices were necessary for her growth. They explore how childhood experiences and societal expectations have influenced their definitions of love, success, and identity, and how they’re striving to create a more authentic and fulfilling life. Follow Aleks on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aleksmalkin/  Mentioned:  Byron Katie’s The Work: https://thework.com/  Awareness by Anthony DeMello https://a.co/d/gfyPX0Q  Chloe Macintosh: https://www.instagram.com/chloe_macintosh/  Inside Out 2: https://www.disneyplus.com/movies/inside-out-2/6MeZYf9JkFii  Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4JhPf  What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 01:36 Weekend contemplation 03:52 What could I have done differently? 07:24 Taking alone time 12:06 Self-awareness 14:11 Losing yourself in being a mother 17:08 The 4-Question Inquiry 21:13 Pause and then process the situation 22:02 Somatic way to heal 26:31 You model your values 27:49 How to raise a daughter 30:46 What younger you would have wanted 35:10 Hyper-independence as a coping mechanism 39:04 Pleasure has become synonymous to shame 43:07 The generation that needs a lot of self-work 45:42 Having comfortable conversations with your parents 47:05 Conversation with your mom 52:17 Compassion and space for people 56:06 It’s about creating a safe environment 01:00:56 How do you define real friendships 01:02:37 Are you still working on yourself? 01:03:40 Back from a social media break 01:07:25 Allow things to come to you 01:14:49 How do you give advice to someone? 01:20:23 What’s your purpose? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following: Orgain: If you want to get in on delicious protein-packed nutrition today, head to http://Orgain.com/VALERIA and use code VALERIA for 20% off your order. Orgain is also now available at Costco! Green Chef: Go to https://www.greenchef.com/valeriaclass for 50% off your first box + 50 FREE Credits with ClassPass! Cozy Earth: Visit https://www.cozyearth.com/notalone and use code VALERIA for an exclusive discount of up to 40% off. Better Help: Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/notalone and get on your way to being your best self.  In today’s episode, Valeria sits down with Alison Cheperdak, an etiquette coach, author, and lawyer for a deep dive into the world of modern etiquette. Forget the stuffy image of rules about cutlery — Alison shares how etiquette is all about kindness, respect, and navigating relationships in a fast-changing world. The conversation covers everything from first-date dilemmas, setting boundaries in friendships, and handling workplace challenges to mastering the art of introductions and elevating your party & networking experiences  Whether you're looking to polish your professional presence, improve your communication, or simply find better ways to connect with others, this episode is packed with practical tips and real-life insights. Valeria and Alison also tackle tricky situations like receiving unwanted gifts, dealing with gossip, and gracefully handling public embarrassment. Join Creator Method: Head to https://www.creatormethod.com and join our thriving community today. Use promo code NOTALONE at checkout to get 10% off your first year of Creator Method membership. Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4OWQE  Mentioned:  Open by Andre Agassi https://www.amazon.com/Open-Autobiography-Andre-Agassi/dp/0307388409  What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 01:10 What is modern etiquette? 02:21 Misconceptions about etiquette 03:44 Career shift 07:24 Should a woman pay for the first date? 09:16 How to deal with gossips 13:10 Ending friendships 15:35 Unwanted gifts 24:16 Etiquette in the workplace 28:22 Hype yourself up 30:26 It’s not about the gender 35:02 Unwanted attention 36:59 Dress code 40:09 Rude acquaintances 43:51 Backhanded compliments 44:31 Feeling excluded 47:20 Public humiliation 48:58 Incorporate modern etiquette into self-improvement 52:12 Topics to discuss 54:44 Missing the moment to connect 57:41 Etiquette in parties 59:59 How to join a conversation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following: Cozy Earth: Go to https://www.cozyearth.com/notalone and use code VALERIA for an exclusive discount for up to 40% off. Hiya: We've worked out a special deal with Hiya for their best selling children's vitamin. Receive 50% off your first order at https://www.hiyahealth.com/VALERIA.  Nurture Life: For 55% off your order, head to https://www.NurtureLife.com and use code VALERIA In this special episode, Valeria sits down with her 11-year-old son, Jake Lipovetsky, to reflect on their summer experiences, including family trips and Jake's camp adventures. Jake shares lessons on patience, responsibility, and decision-making, especially how he overcame his hesitation to extend his stay at camp. Their conversation explores personal growth, with Jake emphasizing the value of living in the moment and how challenges help build character. He also talks about confidence and self-belief as key elements in personal development. The episode wraps up with Jake discussing his admiration for his parents as role models, particularly for their public speaking and social skills. Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4Prlg  Mentioned:  Nas Daily Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EyoZdXszaKg  What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 02:57 “I wanted to protect you.” 05:26 3-month summer break is boring 07:29 Outdoor activities and personal growth 10:57 How do you view personal growth? 14:35 Believe in yourself 20:35 Do you have limiting beliefs? 26:14 What would change this year? 30:52 Sharpen the skills you have right now 33:37 Jake scared Valeria  39:20 Who’s your role model? 43:22 Do you have goals for yourself? 46:51 “I’m lucky you’re my mom.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following:  Green Chef: Go to https://www.greenchef.com/valeriaclass for 50% off your first box + 50 FREE Credits with ClassPass!  In this episode, Valeria chats down with Dené Logan to explore the intricate dynamics of relationships, the concepts of feminine and masculine energies, and the societal shifts surrounding these themes. Dené explains the historical suppression of the feminine and the modern journey towards reclaiming it. The discussion covers the impact of these energies on personal growth, relationships, and societal structures, offering listeners profound insights into achieving a balanced and fulfilling life. Dené Logan is a Marriage and Family Therapist with an orientation in Depth Psychology (often referred to as ‘The Psychology of the Soul’), Group Facilitator, and co-host of the podcast Cheaper Than Therapy.  She has a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology and is notably the mentee of acclaimed psychotherapist Esther Perel. Dené is passionate about sharing tools and strategies to cultivate spiritual awareness, understanding the current shifts taking place within our societal structures, and empowering others in understanding how they can live the most fulfilling lives possible.  Mentioned:  Sovereign Love by Dené Logan:  Mankind Project: https://mankindproject.org/  Sacred Sons: https://www.sacredsons.com/  Jane Fonda in Five Acts: https://www.hbo.com/movies/jane-fonda-in-five-acts  Pema Chödrön: h ttps://www.instagram.com/anipemachodron/   Dené is on: https://www.instagram.com/dene.logan/  https://www.tiktok.com/@denelogan  https://www.flowhousetherapy.com/  Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4OMP3  What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 04:34 What is the feminine energy? 06:08 Wounded masculine paradigm 05:38 Women are raised feminists 11:29 Healthy masculinity 15:27 Sacred connection in relationships 20:32 What defines a successful relationship? 24:34 Conversations are crucial 32:52 Is there a limit to what you can talk about with your partner? 35:54 Be your true self all the time  40:04 Moving out of codependent paradigms 45:19 Ownership mindset in relationships 48:33 Midlife awakening 48:33 Men also need emotional support 51:41 Men are struggling in secret 55:57 Men need more model leaders 59:52 Post-patriarchal society 01:02:18 The next stage of feminism 01:05:05 How to reclaim your feminine self 01:05:58 Surround yourself with authentic people Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following:  Nurture Life: For 55% off your order, head to https://www.NurtureLife.com and use code VALERIA Orgain: If you want to get in on the delicious protein-packed nutrition today, head to http://www.Orgain.com/VALERIA and use code: VALERIA for 20% off your order In this episode, Gary and Valeria dive into how they have managed money over their marriage as a couple with and 18-year age gap. They explain how they have navigated financial dynamics in their relationship and family and explored the balance between independence and interdependence in a marriage. Valeria opens up about her journey from feeling financially insecure to becoming a confident contributor. They discuss the importance of clear communication, the role of prenups, and navigating the complexities of shared finances. With humor and honesty, they unpack the emotional and practical aspects of building a partnership and a family legacy that thrives on trust and mutual growth. Perfect for listeners navigating their own financial and personal dynamics in relationships! Follow Gary: https://www.instagram.com/garylipovetsky/  Join Creator Method: Head to https://www.creatormethod.com and join our thriving community today. Use promo code NOTALONE at checkout to get 10% off your first year of Creator Method membership. Follow Creator Method: https://www.instagram.com/creator.method/  Mentioned:  Shoes argument vlog: I can’t find the link guys, sorry! If I find the video I will add it! Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4OmzM  Shop Gary’s watch: https://www.longines.com/en-ca/p/watch-longines-spirit-l3-821-4-53-9  What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:18 Breathwork 05:48 Financial independence and interdependence 11:27 Bad financial habits 18:02 Money shouldn’t be an issue 24:53 Support your partner’s career journey  27:02 Our dynamic is different 28:18 Making money together 30:37 Financial planning 33:01 Did the relationship shift when the wife made more money? 37:20 Prenup talks 45:44 Don’t get married 48:21 Ten years from now 50:23 Life insurance 57:07 Setting up kids for financial success 01:04:56 Teach your kids to work 01:06:55 Spending money on luxury brands 01:11:25 Creator Method Disclaimer: The links in this description are sponsor or affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links I may earn a credit or commission at no additional cost to you. Disclaimer: The use of information from this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional or personal financial management and education. This is information based on personal experiences and is not financial advice or recommendation. Do your own research and seek independent advice when required. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following:  Lolavie: Get 15% off LolaVie with the code VALERIA at https://www.lolavie.com/valeria #lolaviepod  BetterHelp: Not Alone is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit https://www.BetterHelp.com/notalone today to get 10% off your first month. This week, Valeria is joined by iconic Victoria's Secret Angel, supermodel, and entrepreneur, Taylor Hill. Taylor opens up about her journey as a model, beginning with her career's early start at the age of 14 and the challenges of growing up in the modeling industry, including dropping out of high school and navigating the pressures of public life. She also highlights the pivotal moment in her career when she joined Victoria’s Secret at 18, which propelled her into the global spotlight. Taylor reflects on the brand's past promotion of unrealistic beauty standards and expresses her support for its recent shift towards inclusivity and authenticity.  Beyond her career, Taylor talks about the importance of family support, particularly her mother’s unwavering presence during her early modeling years. She also touches on her approach to body image, embracing the changes that come with aging, and the value of self-acceptance. The episode takes an emotional turn as Taylor discusses her deep connection with her late dog, Tate, and the grief of losing him, as well as her experience with the loss of an unplanned pregnancy. Taylor's reflections provide a candid look into the complexities of her life, both in the spotlight and behind the scenes. Visit the Tate & Taylor community & marketplace: https://tateandtaylor.com/  Taylor is on:  https://www.instagram.com/taylor_hill/  https://www.tiktok.com/@taylor_hill?lang=en  Mentioned:  Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2024 announcement: https://www.instagram.com/p/C9zm-sduXqw/  ACOTAR (A Court of Thorns and Roses) by Sara J. Maas: https://a.co/d/hOGKrDP  Many Lives, Many Masters by Brian L. Weiss: https://a.co/d/cfCEKVf  Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4MFHp  What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 03:02 The story behind the haircut 06:18 Scouted to model 10:50 Modeling at 14 11:52 Studying wasn’t for me 14:40 Family support 16:55 What’s your pivotal moment? 20:37 Identity crisis 23:08 Confidence in the runway 27:20 Project with Victoria Secret 29:32 Conforming to body standards 33:39 The body constantly changes 37:52 Losing Tate 47:52 Unplanned pregnancy & loss  59:22 Lessons from my loss 01:00:40 Therapy and healing 01:02:35 Write out where you’re at emotionally 01:06:08 Tate and Taylor 01:12:21 What’s your favorite book? Disclaimer: The links in this description are sponsor or affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links I may earn a credit or commission at no additional cost to you. Medical Disclaimer: The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following:  Hiya: We've worked out a special deal with Hiya for their best selling children's vitamin. Receive 50% off your first order at https://www.hiyahealth.com/VALERIA In today’s solo episode, join me as I open up about experiencing my first panic attack, a terrifying moment that left me feeling completely vulnerable. I walk you through the intense buildup of stress from work, personal life, and underlying health anxieties that led to this overwhelming experience. Ignoring my body’s warning signs and pushing through the stress ultimately brought me to this breaking point, forcing me to reassess how I approach my mental health. I share my journey of recovery, exploring different methods to manage stress, including hypnotherapy, which has been incredibly impactful for me. I also emphasize the importance of being mindful of our mental well-being and avoiding the normalization of anxiety and overwhelm, especially for women. Through this episode, I hope to inspire you to prioritize your mental health and find healthier ways to cope with life’s pressures. Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4Neh5  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 02:36 My first panic attack 06:13 Full body scan & my brain cyst  08:47 Neglecting my health 14:59 Women deal with panic attacks a lot 16:49 Dealing with stress positively 20:02 Hypnotherapy 24:58 Don’t take life too seriously 29:20 Mental health awareness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following:  K12: Go to https://www.K12.com/VALERIA today to learn more and find a tuition-free K12-powered school near you  Creator Method: Head to https://www.creatormethod.com and join our thriving community today.  Use promo code NOTALONE at checkout to get 10% off your first year of Creator Method membership. In this episode, Valeria sits down with Dr. Aviva Romm, a renowned integrative physician, midwife, and herbalist, to dive deep into the complexities of women's hormonal health. They explore the controversial topic of birth control, discussing the widespread misinformation and the varied perspectives on its use. Dr. Romm provides insights into the benefits and risks of hormonal contraceptives, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's body and making informed decisions. The conversation extends into a broader discussion on how women can reclaim control over their health through natural methods, proper education, and integrative approaches that encompass diet, lifestyle, and reducing exposure to environmental toxins. Dr. Aviva Romm brings decades of experience in holistic medicine, blending her extensive knowledge of conventional medicine with herbalism and midwifery. As an author of several books on women's health, including the acclaimed "Hormone Intelligence," Dr. Romm has become a trusted voice for women seeking to understand and balance their hormones naturally. Throughout the episode, she emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy in healthcare and offers practical advice on how women can better support their hormonal health through informed choices and by reconnecting with their bodies. Aviva is on: https://www.instagram.com/dr.avivaromm/   https://avivaromm.com/  Resources:  Hormone Intelligence by Dr. Aviva Romm: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062796216?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzvaler076-20&creativeASIN=0062796216&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2IANCXZE2RU26&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin  Women Who Run With Wolves: https://a.co/d/4kWjO1N  Parsley Health: https://www.parsleyhealth.com/  One Medical: https://www.onemedical.com/  Natural Cycles App: https://www.naturalcycles.com/  Oura Ring: https://rstyle.me/+Grxs2U3cuyRA6ZbirigVVA?li=47a8c5f9-504d-11ef-b768-0242ac11000d&lpm=EXACT&pt=timeline&__cid=1144&l=en&p=explore-displayName-posts-id&r=explore-displayName&rr=explore-displayName-posts-id&vid=1e59ed37-2e05-4a37-86c7-d4d8dd061193&hpd=false  Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4JbzW  **Medical Disclaimer: The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.  What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 02:43 Birth control pills 09:16 Women healthcare 15:51 The pill is just a band-aid 16:36 Overriding normal hormonal cycle 18:48 Post-pill transition 21:34 Balanced hormone 27:21 Can’t heal if you can’t feel 29:00 Is PMS real?  31:14 Self-diagnosed PMS 33:05 Hormones and emotions 38:25 How to take care of yourself as a woman? 40:00 Happy mothers matter 41:40 How to reclaim your wild self 46:09 Understand your menstrual cycle 51:20 Detoxing 57:14 Other contraception options 01:01:32 Contraceptives for men 01:03:50 Information sharing online 01:0:07 Where to find Aviva Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following:  Pique: Head over to https://www.piquelife.com/valeria to get 15% off plus free shipping FOR LIFE, AND receive Pique’s starter kit. Green Chef: Go to https://www.greenchef.com/valeriaclass for 50% off your first box + 50 FREE Credits with ClassPass!  Hiya: Receive 50% off your first order of Hiya’s best selling children's vitamin. To claim this deal you go to www.hiyahealth.com/VALERIA.   Valeria chats with Nicole Lapin, a financial expert, author, and former anchor for CNN and CNBC. Nicole shares her incredible journey from growing up in an immigrant family with no financial knowledge to becoming a top voice in personal finance. She talks about her early struggles, how she learned about money on the job, and the importance of making finance understandable for everyone. Nicole highlights why financial independence is crucial, especially for women. She discusses overcoming financial trauma, the need for financial education in schools, and the power of managing your own money. With personal stories and practical tips, Nicole encourages listeners to see financial challenges as opportunities for growth. Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with valuable insights from Nicole Lapin's journey. Nicole Lapin is the New York Times and Wall Street Journal Bestselling author of Rich Bitch, Boss Bitch, Becoming Super Woman and Miss Independent. She has been an anchor on CNN, CNBC and Bloomberg as well as the host of the business reality competition show, "Hatched" that aired on the CW for the first season and CBS for the second. She is the founder of Money News Network, a pioneer business- and finance-focused podcast network, which is the home of her daily show “Money Rehab” that reached #1 on Apple’s business charts as well as “Help Wanted” that she co-hosts with the editor-in-chief of Entrepreneur Magazine Jason Feifer, among other shows on their slate.  Mentioned:  The Money School https://a.co/d/1wMNt3P   Miss Independent https://a.co/d/4jhDGLj  Rich Bitch https://a.co/d/2RI5R1g  Becoming Superwoman https://a.co/d/5GX0Top  Rich Dad, Poor Dad https://a.co/d/aBUzzHH  Professor Galloway https://www.instagram.com/profgalloway/  Ben Higgins Money Rehab Episode https://open.spotify.com/episode/0L6aLVwvjDLv2aFv3WmONW?si=I2kLvU9DQkWoHN27NavVOA  Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4Jvd3  Nicole is on: https://www.instagram.com/nicolelapin  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/money-rehab-with-nicole-lapin/id1559564016  https://www.instagram.com/moneynews/  What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 02:40 How did you get into finance? 05:19 Relationship with money 07:25 Changing your beliefs 12:07 Finance should be taught in school 13:51 Financial independence 21:15 What choices would you have made? 23:08 Becoming rich in all aspects of life 24:20 Impact of money on relationships 25:58 Making money as a woman 28:17 Money as a tool 31:02 Money talk in relationships 39:15 Prenup talk 41:56 Who pays for the first date? 43:58 Masculinity confusion 46:31 Be clear about what you want 48:41 Money is what you make it 50:40 The funny email story 55:20 Rich Bitch, Boss Bitch 01:02:16 Money is the language 01:06:35 Women in finance 01:10:40 The future of feminism 01:13:54 Future for Money News Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following:  Better Help: Stop comparing and start focusing, with BetterHelp. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/notalone today to get 10% off your first month. K12: Go to www.K12.com/VALERIA today to learn more and find a tuition-free K12-powered school near you  Today is a special day for Gary and Valeria as they celebrate their anniversary with a sweet and heartfelt conversation. They laugh about their audience's reactions to funny and controversial topics from past episodes, and how they enjoy showing their real, sometimes differing, opinions. They emphasize the importance of good communication and understanding each other's boundaries to keep their relationship strong.  They also discuss their feelings about gifts, preferring meaningful gestures over material things. Gary talks about taking risks and seizing opportunities, and Valeria appreciates how he has helped her grow. They reflect on what it means to be a power couple and the importance of being authentic. Valeria opens up about embracing her past and sharing her story to connect with others. Overall, it’s a genuine and heartfelt look into their life together. Mentioned:  Mesh shoes clip: https://www.instagram.com/p/C8zlO4oJhne/  Feather tickling clip: https://www.instagram.com/p/C8KxrblOmLO/  Feather episode full video: https://youtu.be/0dppdPulrhY  Jake podcast clip: https://www.instagram.com/p/C7rVE1qxfif/  Viola Davis quote: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2J0l8_prEbo  Valeria meeting her biological dad vlogs: https://youtu.be/Ho_5YisGHyU | https://youtu.be/FYhdTvyavoU | https://youtu.be/9_6xEEjH3bw  The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness by Johnathan Haidt https://a.co/d/gP3BDL5  Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4LWtl  Gary is on: https://www.instagram.com/garylipovetsky https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKHLJJd07IhT9DPhxsY-EYg  https://www.tiktok.com/@garylipovetsky  https://www.linkedin.com/in/garylipovetsky/  What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:29 The mesh shoes at the airport 03:30 Real couple interactions 06:10 Triggering the deep-seated wounds 11:20 Healthy conflict resolution 16:47 Have you ever hated your partner so much? 20:28 Gift giving 24:15 Would you buy me a gift? 27:44 Taking risks as a couple 30:09 A sense of urgency 38:43 Meeting my biological dad 41:01 Are you defined by your past?  42:39 Not being defined by how much you spend 47:59 Luxury brands marketing strategies 49:57 Trust is crucial in marriage 57:06 Take care of each other 01:00:26 Sitting down and talking with your kids 01:01:37 Kids and exposure on social media 01:05:28 Putting value on metrics 01:10:32 The Anxious Generation 01:13:10 Where are the flowers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following:  Magic Spoon: Get 5 dollars off your next order of delicious cereal at https://www.magicspoon.com/NOTALONE Or look for Magic Spoon in your nearest grocery aisle.  Jennie Kayne: Find your new uniform at https://www.jennikayne.com. Our listeners get 15% off your first order when you use code VALERIA15 at checkout.  Creator Method: Head to https://www.creatormethod.com and join our thriving community today. Use promo code NOTALONE at checkout to get 10% off your first year of Creator Method membership. This week, Valeria sits down with Lauryn Bosstick, the undeniable force behind "The Skinny Confidential." Lauryn shares her journey of transforming her blog into a thriving brand over 14 years and discusses balancing personal and professional life, and setting boundaries online and in real life. Valeria and Lauryn also get personal and talk about their experiences with plastic surgery, cosmetic procedures, and their health and wellness “routines”.  Lauryn Bosstick is a multi-hyphenate entrepreneur, podcaster, investor, best-selling author, and creator behind wellness + beauty brand The Skinny Confidential. In 2011, Bosstick launched her brand with a blog that features uncensored advice spanning everything from entrepreneurship, skincare, relationships, wellness and more. Under The Skinny Confidential umbrella, Bosstick also hosts top-rated podcast, “The “Skinny Confidential Him & Her” with her husband Michael, which boasts over 200M downloads and dives deep into the mindset of constantly leveling up.  Lauryn is on: https://www.instagram.com/laurynbosstick https://www.instagram.com/tscpodcast/  https://shopskinnyconfidential.com/  Mentioned:  Gabriel Lyon https://www.instagram.com/drgabriellelyon/  Glennon Doyle https://www.instagram.com/glennondoyle/  Glennon Doyle Untamed https://a.co/d/geTmRxV  Andrew Huberman: https://www.instagram.com/hubermanlab/  Elena Cardone Skinny Confidential episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_xmUcMJBGQ  Robert Greene https://www.instagram.com/robertgreeneofficial/  Atomic Habits https://a.co/d/3fE249L  Gary Vee https://www.instagram.com/garyvee/  Louise Hay https://www.louisehay.com/  Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4K814  What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 02:58 What were you trying to achieve? 06:24 Sharing personal life online 09:04 It started with blogging 12:49 Building your identity 16:00 Boundaries in relationships 18:37 Healthy marriage 21:47 The energy you bring at home 25:57 Everything takes time 27:28 Self awareness and genuine friendship 31:29 Plastic surgery 35:54 Wellness and health 36:57 Your non-negotiables 41:51 Biohacking 42:46 Podcasting is hard 46:33 Amazing guests on the show 50:57 Access to other learning resources 52:30 How do you find inspiration? 55:01 Focus on what you want to attract 58:33 The most uncomfortable thing I did 01:00:54 Social media as a mirror to turn your life around Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following:  K12: Join the more than 2 million families who have chosen K12, and empower your students to reach their full potential now. Go to https://www.K12.com/VALERIA  today to learn more and find a tuition-free K12-powered school near you Floatley: So easy, you don’t even have to think about it. Visit the following link and use the code: Valeria20 to get 20% off your new favorite bra https://bit.ly/4dkh3Wz In today’s solo episode, join me as I share my journey of redefining femininity by balancing both feminine and masculine energies within myself. I talk about moving away from societal norms and focusing on my true self. Inspired by the book "The Wild Feminine" by Tammy Lynn Kent, I am learning to lean into releasing emotions and reconnecting with my body. Together, let’s work on cultivating feminine energy into our lives to avoid exhaustion from living in a masculine-driven way, and to embrace our pleasure, creativity, and self-care. Items mentioned:  The Wild Feminine by Tammy Lynn Kent https://a.co/d/5tGjXqV  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4K82N  What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:43 Connecting and redefining my feminine 02:59 Disconnection from my feminine side 05:47 Women tend to internalize struggles 08:19 Womanhood is taxing physically 09:18 How do you define femininity? 12:02 Confirmations and validations 14:15 Astrology chart 15:29 Welcoming pleasure in my life 18:00 How to raise a daughter 20:52 How do I nourish my core? 23:38 Start honoring yourself 26:38 This is my goal now 27:26 Body-mind-spirit connection 30:15 My action steps in the coming months 32:24 Have you felt that out of reach existence within you? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following:  Better Help: Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/notalone today to get 10% off your first month. K12: Join the more than 2 million families who have chosen K12, and empower your student to reach their full potential now. Go to https://www.K12.com/VALERIA today to learn more and find a tuition-free K12-powered school near you This week, Valeria welcomes her dear friend Mimi Ikonn to chat all about her “conscious separation” from her husband. Their discussion uncovers why being true to yourself is the key to genuine happiness, inner growth, and ultimate freedom. Learn practical strategies to break free from the debilitating grip of fear, stop the cycle of self-sacrifice, and find the courage to live authentically every single day.  Through personal stories, expert insights, and actionable advice, this episode will empower you to listen to your intuition, navigate life's transitions and breakups with confidence, and unlock your true potential. Whether you're seeking personal or relational growth or a deeper understanding of yourself, this conversation offers the tools and inspiration you need to embark on your journey toward a more authentic and fulfilling life. Mimi is on: https://www.instagram.com/mimiikonn  https://www.youtube.com/mimiikonn  https://www.tiktok.com/@mimiikonnofficial  https://www.intelligentchange.com/  Mentioned:  Five-Minute Journal: https://a.co/d/07rT0ZsD  Attached by Amir Levine & Rachel Heller https://a.co/d/0cv8IrXc  Pussy: A Reclamation by Regena Thomashauer https://a.co/d/0iIfX7nQ  Letting Go: The Pathway to Surrender by David Hawkins https://a.co/d/0gBIRKPn  Thais Gibson https://www.instagram.com/thepersonaldevelopmentschool Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4vo3e  What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 04:25 Life changes and facing fears 07:08 Intuition  17:10 Losing the feeling of love 24:52 We get to evolve and change 28:57 How to be authentic 33:29 Face your fears full on 35:49 Attachment theory 42:50 Being aware of your insecurities 46:48 Finding yourself again 50:44 It’s not love, it’s attachment 53:32 A woman’s natural instinct 58:36 Choose what’s right for you 01:01:58 Self-sacrifice is not an option 01:05:28 Book resources Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following: Magic Spoon: Get 5 dollars off your next order of delicious cereal at https://www.magicspoon.com/notalone Or look for Magic Spoon in your nearest grocery aisle. This week Valeria sits down with Bibi Brzozka, a renowned conscious sexuality coach and speaker, known for her transformative work in helping individuals reclaim their erotic power and awaken their sensual energy. Valeria and Bibi explore how to integrate sensuality into daily life, from harnessing sexual energy to enhance confidence, creativity, and overall well-being to addressing societal and cultural conditioning that often suppresses women's sexuality, advocating for a break from these constraints to achieve full self-expression. Bibi is on: https://www.instagram.com/planetbibi/  https://www.tiktok.com/@planetbibi  https://www.bibibrzozka.com/courses  Items mentioned:  Intelligent Change: ​ https://www.instagram.com/intelligentchange/?hl=en  Women’s Anatomy of Arousal by Sheri Winston https://a.co/d/04OmFYd0  Tantric Orgasm for Women: https://a.co/d/0hIEqrPz  Urban Tantra, Second Edition: Sacred Sex for the Twenty-First Century: https://a.co/d/01ctURGj  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4nJOw  What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 02:34 Conscious sexuality coach 06:42 Journey of self-exploration 12:43 It’s an individual journey 15:27 Lust, desire, and pleasure 18:29 Connection between self-discovery and sexuality 22:20 Pleasure can be healing 26:30 Becoming more comfortable with your sexuality 28:45 Suppressing your sexual desire  31:19 Sexual education 34:15 Pornography 38:49 Fast food approach to pleasure 42:03 Full body orgasm 44:40 Start with yourself 48:33 Misconception about intimate connection 53:05 Fully embodying the erotic energy 55:12 Sexuality being used for manipulation 58:59 How do you cultivate presence? 01:01:56 Sexually awakened women 01:06:53 Resources for a woman’s arousal 01:08:37 Where to find Bibi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Branch Basics:  Save 15% on your Starter Kit or Hand Soap when you use code NOTALONE at https://www.branchbasics.com  In this special solo episode, I dive into my personal journey with wellness, fitness, and longevity. Reflecting on my early 20’s, motherhood, and keeping up with the evolving wellness trends, I share how my mindset shifted from superficial goals to a holistic approach focused on nourishment, prevention, and self-compassion. I share the challenges of navigating conflicting health advice and the importance of understanding women's unique physical needs, emphasizing the transformative power of hormone intelligence, cycle syncing, and personalized health practices. Shop this episode:  Oura Ring: https://bit.ly/46lWcym  Blouse: https://www2.hm.com/en_ca/productpage.1228910005.html Books: https://www.amazon.com/shop/valerialipovetsky/list/2IANCXZE2RU26?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfvalerialipovetsky_QJJYVF7WCSM75K9YFJDQ  Sleep supplements: Use code MROVALERIA for 20% off https://www.amazon.com/stores/MaryRuthOrganics/MaryRuthOrganics/page/6CAB35B7-7CB0-4527-815D-8DCE02AC1016  Probiotics: Use code Valeria20 for 20% off https://www.omnibioticlife.com/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA0PuuBhBsEiwAS7fsNYk6N45qGwFx7j8O2PtkC3LVhEvX9yxaEaN-dBBsQd5IBtenScgxAxoCGG8QAvD_BwE  Collagen protein: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08KFH8KXN?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzvaler076-20&creativeASIN=B08KFH8KXN&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.SFXTJEUBPR91&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin  Cycle tracking app I use: use code Valeria for 15% off https://naturalcycles.app/Valeria  People Mentioned  Soulful Sprout https://www.instagram.com/thesoulfulsprout/  Period Lab https://www.instagram.com/theperiodlab/  Dr. Aviva Romm https://www.instagram.com/dr.avivaromm/  Dr. Mindy Pelz https://www.instagram.com/dr.mindypelz/  Dr. Stacy Sims https://www.instagram.com/drstacysims/  Jim Kwik https://www.instagram.com/jimkwik/ Halle Berry https://fortune.com/well/2024/05/02/halle-berry-menopause-stigma/  Find me on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  What we talk about: 00:00 Introduction 01:27 Scraping the surface of self-acceptance 11:08 Demystifying women’s health 13:09 Hormone intelligence, cycle syncing, saunas, health trackers, stress & more 20:33 Sifting through conflicting advice 22:39 My experience with intermittent fasting 27:25 Exploring the world of biohacking 33:15 Evaluating our family’s health protocol 36:12 Making it a goal to reduce stress in my life 39:51 Health hacks that are working for me now 47:40 Quality sleep is extremely important for women! 51:17 Learning more about menopause & pre-menopause Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Valeria sits down with Genie Bouchard, the professional tennis player and emerging pickleball pro, to discuss her journey from a young tennis star to exploring new horizons in sports and personal growth. Genie opens up about the sacrifices she made for her career, the challenges of dealing with public scrutiny, and her recent transition into pickleball. The conversation also touches on Genie's experiences with injuries, her thoughts on the evolution of women's sports, and her ventures outside of tennis, including a potential movie project. Genie Bouchard is a Canadian professional tennis player known for her breakout performance in 2014, where she reached the Wimbledon final and broke into the top 5 in the WTA rankings. She has since become a prominent figure in sports and media, participating in various off-court projects and recently transitioning to professional pickleball. She continues to inspire with her resilience, adaptability, and passion for sports. Genie is on: https://www.instagram.com/geniebouchard  https://www.facebook.com/GenieBouchard/  https://www.tiktok.com/@geniebouchard  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4G0ok  What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 01:10 I decided to play tennis at 9 years old  02:51 Lack of social and life experiences 05:23 What else do I like? 06:32 Female athletes’ struggles  08:41 Don’t listen to the outside noise 11:21 You can’t take it personally 13:58 Did you have limiting beliefs? 15:46 Mental health support 17:38 Tennis needs more personality 19:26 Benefits of being a female athlete 21:33 Why stop myself being someone big? 22:53 Pickleball 26:59 The viral twirl 30:24 Athletes becoming fashion icons 32:11 A movie in the works 34:35 The Challengers 38:22 How can you be bad at pickleball? 40:13 Single girl phase 42:32 What I’ve learned from my past relationships 46:11 Acting normal won’t get you far 48:36 Sacrifices had to be made 50:01 The ups and downs  52:15 Every athlete has had an injury 53:34 “I’m not sure what’s next yet” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Magic Spoon: Head to https://www.magicspoon.com/NOTALONE to grab a custom bundle of cereal and try the magic for yourself, and don’t forget to add their tasty Treats to your order! Be sure to use our promo code NOTALONE at checkout to save five dollars off. Gary is back by popular demand! In today’s episode, Gary and Valeria discuss the complexities of marriage, drawing from their own 12-year experience. First, Gary and Valeria touch on the passing of his mother, then dig deeper into how their 18-year age gap impacts their views on marriage and divorce.  The duo explores why marriages often fail, the long-term and ongoing emotional neglect, changing personal needs, and societal pressures. Valeria highlights the dual burden women face as caregivers and professionals, while Gary emphasizes the importance of effort and communication to resolve issues before considering divorce.  From bickering about cavemen to dissecting foreplay…this episode definitely gets spicy 🌶️ Gary is on: https://www.instagram.com/garylipovetsky https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKHLJJd07IhT9DPhxsY-EYg  https://www.tiktok.com/@garylipovetsky  https://www.linkedin.com/in/garylipovetsky/  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4Hhce  What We Talked About: 00:00 Let’s talk about divorce 01:57 Dealing with loss and grief 06:00 Responsibilities of a son and a husband 07:27 How should children repay their parents? 09:46 Our grief process 16:41 What’s your experience with divorce? 19:27 How do you prevent infidelity? 21:34 Single mothers in a marriage 23:05 Men and women are wired differently 26:22 The traditional model of procreation 29:27 When couples aren’t a good match 31:45 Divorce is never an easy way out 33:14 How soon can talks of divorce happen? 35:15 Don’t be scared of having difficult conversations 38:00 How do you prevent divorce? 41:19 The phase of falling in love again 44:19 Financial stress 48:16 Dealing with your partner’s long-term trauma 49:09 Focusing on your partner again 51:01 Would you go through a divorce? 55:45 Discovering the things that turn you on 01:00:09 Men are responsible for an amazing s*x life  01:02:42 Have you read the Kama Sutra? 01:03:14 How do you define sensuality? 01:06:49 Secrecy of marriage and in friendships Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following:  Branch Basics: Save 15% on your Starter Kit or Hand Soap when you use code NOTALONE at https://www.branchbasics.com Better Help: Visit https://www.BetterHelp.com/notalone today to get 10% off your first month. Join Valeria in a transformative conversation as she sits down with the remarkable Dr. Lisa Miller, a trailblazing clinical psychologist, and the visionary founder of the Spirituality MINDBODY Institute. With Valeria, Dr. Miller unravels the mysteries of the awakened brain, revealing how each of us is innately equipped with the ability to connect deeply with the spiritual world. Lisa guides us through the profound impact spirituality can have on mental health and well-being, and enlightens us on how mothers and children share their spirituality. She shares the heartwarming tale of how spirituality and mental health converged in her life, leading to her pioneering research and bestselling books, "The Awakened Brain" and "The Spiritual Child."  In this episode, you will get to participate in two guided exercises with Dr. Lisa Miller and Valeria to connect to your own innate spiritual brain. Prepare to be inspired and enlightened as you discover how to harness the power of spiritual awareness to transform your life, find deeper meaning, and navigate the challenges of the modern world with grace and resilience. Read more about Dr. Lisa Miller’s book The Awakened Brain: https://www.lisamillerphd.com/home  The Spiritual Child: https://www.lisamillerphd.com/the-spiritual-child  Lisa is on: https://www.instagram.com/dr.lisamiller  https://www.lisamillerphd.com/  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  Shop my look from this episode: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/valerialipovetsky/posts/bff4a476-d653-11ee-a781-0242ac110039  What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 02:55 What is an awakened brain? 05:24 Turning into spiritual guidance 09:13 Connection to the higher power 11:51 Awakening your spiritual core 13:46 Gen Z is a profoundly spiritual generation 18:00 Spirituality has become an industry 19:54 The most important role of a mother 22:23 How do we see the world at the spiritual level 26:39 Shaping natural spiritual awareness in children 28:23 Religion is a gift 30:13 Is love permanent? 34:55 The practice of love 36:44 Where are you in your spiritual journey? 42:16 Spirituality in clinical practice 47:41 There is an infinite sense of possibility 51:46 Speak with love from your spiritual heart 55:43 Celebrating your womanhood 58:29 Mid-life crisis is a spiritual awakening Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week’s episode is brought to you by the following:  LMNT: LMNT came up with a fantastic offer just for Not Alone listeners. Go to https://www.DrinkLMNT.com/NotAlone to get a free sample pack with any drink mix purchase! Cozy Earth: Visit https://www.cozyearth.com to use code VALERIA at checkout for an exclusive 35% off and enjoy the comforting embrace of Cozy Earth bedding.  Holistic Reading: Go to https://www.superpowers.report/valeria to sign up for your free Super Powers Report!  In this revealing solo episode, I share with you my personal journey of self-doubt and the struggle to “find” my voice. Recorded in a reflective moment during a trip in Cabo, I dive into the challenges of self-expression, the fears of judgment, and the realization that embracing vulnerability is essential for personal growth. This episode serves as a raw, introspective look at the obstacles we impose on ourselves and the powerful breakthroughs that come from confronting them. Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4EvCH  Find me on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 01:25 “I kept holding myself back.” 07:12 Scared to be vulnerable and open 08:29 How to find your voice 13:50 Understanding who you are 18:44 Obstacles you need to overcome 24:35 There are moments when you don’t need to speak up 29:05 Not settling for anything less 32:46 Talking to people you can learn from 35:19 Learning to communicate better Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following:  Holistic Reading: Bring awareness to and shed light on your unique SuperPowers! Go to https://www.superpowers.report/valeria to sign up for your free SuperPowers Report. Better Help: Get it off your chest, with BetterHelp. Visit https://www.BetterHelp.com/notalone today to get 10% off your first month. In this episode, Tinx and Valeria dive deep into the nuances of modern dating, exploring everything from social media's impact on relationships to balancing financial dynamics. Tinx shares her candid thoughts on gender roles and expectations, while both hosts discuss personal growth and the importance of self-love in the quest for meaningful connections. This episode is packed with humor, vulnerability, and insightful discussions that challenge conventional dating norms. Tinx, also known as Christina Najjar, is a social media sensation known for her candid and humorous take on life, love, and everything in between. Tinx brings a unique and relatable perspective to her content, which resonates with a vast audience of young adults who have deemed her “TikTok’s Big Sister”. She is an advocate for self-worth and empowerment, often discussing topics related to dating and personal development. Tinx is on: https://www.instagram.com/tinx  https://www.tiktok.com/@tinx  It's Me, Tinx Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4Bvn8  What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 02:30 Dating Apps and Millennial Struggles 05:40 When Dating, Know Your Worth 06:32 Shera Seven, the ‘Sprinkle Sprinkle’ Lady 11:50 The Loneliness Epidemic of Men 18:11 Red Flags vs Icks 20:03 Go Out With a Friend 21:21 Do You Flirt? 24:36 Don’t Worry About Finding Love 26:10 Making a Man Monetarily Inadequate 28:09 He Has to Love You More 29:39 The Black Cat vs The Golden Retriever 31:16 The Golden Cage, Marrying for Money 32:02 Financial Inequality in Relationships 34:26 Men and Women Are Valued Differently 36:08 The Rise of Tradwife 39:30 Phone Addiction  42:16 Romantic Love Theory 45:55 Lessons to Bring Into Your Next Relationship 47:32 Daddy Energy in Women 49:24 Answering Questions from Followers 01:00:42 Who Pays on a Date? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week’s episode is brought to you by the following:  Pique: For a limited time, get 15% off Nandaka + a free rechargeable frother and cup with my link at https://www.piquelife.com/VALERIA  Bird & Be: Try it out today and save an extra 15% off your first purchase with code NOTALONE15 on https://www.birdandbe.com.  LMNT: Exciting news, LMNT has a fantastic offer just for Not Alone listeners. Just go to https://www.DrinkLMNT.com/Notalone to get a free sample pack with any drink mix purchase! This week, Valeria is joined by Dr. Sara Reardon, a pelvic health physical therapist, for an enlightening conversation on the often overlooked but vital topic of pelvic health. In this episode, Dr. Sara, known affectionately as the "Vagina Whisperer," dives into the importance of pelvic floor health, debunking common myths, discussing postpartum challenges, and providing empowering knowledge for women at all life stages. From discussing the implications of pelvic health on mental wellbeing, to dispelling postpartum sex misinformation, to actionable advice on advocating for better medical care, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in reclaiming and understanding their body, learning how to advocate for yourself, and learning the critical aspects of pelvic wellness. Dr. Sara Reardon PT, DPT, WCS is a doctor of physical therapy and board-certified pelvic floor physical therapist with over 17 years of experience helping women with bowel and bladder issues, painful intercourse, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and staying dry and pain-free in the later years of life. She is known on social media as The Vagina Whisperer with collectively over 600,000 followers on Instagram and TikTok.  Sara is the Founder and Chief Vagina Officer of The Vagina Whisperer, an online platform with pelvic floor education and exercises for pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, painful sex and pelvic floor strengthening. She is currently writing her first book, FLOORED: A Complete Guide to Women’s Pelvic Floor Health at Every Age and Stage.  Sara is on: https://www.instagram.com/the.vagina.whisperer  https://www.tiktok.com/@thevagwhisperer  Get 7 days of free pelvic floor and core workouts: https://thevagwhisperer.com/ Not sure if your pelvic floor needs therapy? Take Sara’s one-minute quiz that will let you know where to start: https://thevagwhisperer.com/quiz/ Books mentioned: https://liketk.it/4FOVU  Shop my look from this episode: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/valerialipovetsky/posts/522942f1-9846-11ee-ba2b-0242ac110004  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 02:30 Pelvic health physical therapist 03:54 Specializing in pelvic floor health 07:22 The pelvic floor physiology 09:15 Normalize talk about pelvic floor 14:39 How to become the driver of your own healthcare  17:36 Women are still struggling with pelvic care 23:51 Common postpartum care issues 26:28 Marital troubles and painful intercourse 28:32 Connection between painful sex and pelvic floor 32:37 Urinary leakage after childbirth 34:36 Workout for the pelvic floor 35:53 How do you educate young girls about pelvic floor health 39:39 Physical changes after giving birth 44:31 Less traumatic postpartum recovery   46:08 How to prepare for afterbirth care 50:15 Better options for better healthcare for women 52:29 Resources to learn more about birthing and postpartum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following:  Cozy Earth: Head over to https://www.cozyearth.com and use promo code "VALERIA" for an exclusive 35% off. Branch Basics: Save 15% on your Starter Kit or Hand Soap when you use code NOTALONE at https://www.branchbasics.com  Lume: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code VALERIA at https://www.LumeDeodorant.com! #lumepod Hi guys, today, we have a SOLO episode! I love my job and I love being able to connect with you all through social media but I’m also hyper-aware of how it impacts our minds and perceptions of those we follow. We know by now that social media isn’t REAL, it’s all the best parts and it often flattens us into two-dimensional characters. And it is so important that we remember that we are all more complex, that we’re all trying our best to figure things out as we go. There’s no such things as a perfect parent or a perfect relationship or a perfect business. We all face challenges whether it’s internal or in our environment and I hope this episode makes you feel less alone in that.  Instagram post mentioned: https://www.instagram.com/p/C5gpeiJu_us/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 01:10 Social media is fake 03:55 Being the perfect and superwoman mother on social media 09:36 Finding balance as a new mom 12:08 Overcoming imposter syndrome 16:56 Embracing feminine energy 27:26 Learning to celebrate accomplishments 31:04 Guilt in motherhood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of Not Alone is brought to you by the following:  Knix: Get 10% off your order on https://www.knix.com by using code VALERIA10 at checkout!  This week, Valeria is joined by her good friend and supermodel, Toni Garrn. Together, they explore the depths of Toni's journey, from her early days in the modeling world to her current impactful role as a philanthropist. Valeria and Toni chat all things saturn return, turning 30, divorce, finding a balance between work and motherhood, and about how to find a greater purpose in life through acts of service for others.  Toni Garrn is an internationally successful supermodel, actress, philanthropist – and entrepreneur. Since the age of 15, Garrn has regularly appeared in front of the camera for well-known luxury brands. In her mid-20s, she founded the Toni Garrn Foundation, which supports educational initiatives for girls and young women in sub-Saharan Africa. Together with local partners in Ghana, Uganda and Burundi, the organization provides educational opportunities to more than 650 girls annually. This year, Garrn also became a social entrepreneur: She founded SUPER FLEA MARKET, a platform for pre-loved celebrity fashion where every sale supports a network of social and environmental justice initiatives. superfleamarket.org will go live in May 2024. You can find Toni on:  https://www.instagram.com/tonigarrn/ https://www.instagram.com/super_fleamarket/ https://www.superfleamarket.org  https://tonigarrnfoundation.org/ Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:31 How did Toni get discovered as a model? 04:27 What made Toni stay in the industry 05:56 “Modeling never became my identity…” 07:14 Prioritizing meaningful connections 10:02 Juggling motherhood, career, and guilt 13:30 A Victoria’s Secret model’s routine 17:41 Getting into philanthropy 22:03 The authenticity of model activism 24:25 Philanthropy projects in Africa 28:16 Transparency and trust 31:47 Sponsoring other children 35:44 The joy of giving 38:19 Super Flea Market 42:24 The people behind the Toni Garrn Foundation 43:27 Toni outside of modeling and activism 44:59 Lessons from Saturn return 49:12 Finding fulfillment in acts of service 50:46 Making a difference where it's needed most 52:15 The importance of having fun 53:46 Toni’s reflection on the future Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode is brought to you by the following:  LMNT: LMNT came up with a fantastic offer for us. Just go to https://www.DrinkLMNT.com/notalone to get a free sample pack with any purchase!  Home Chef: For a limited time, HomeChef is offering my listeners 18 Free Meals PLUS Free Dessert for Life and Free Shipping on your first box! Go to https://www.homechef.com/VALERIA **Must be an active subscriber to receive free dessert Bird & Be: Try out the Ovarian Reserve Screening Test and save 15% off your first purchase with code NOTALONE15 on https://www.birdandbe.com  Better Help: Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/notalone and get on your way to being your best self.  Today, Valeria welcomes the dynamic Codie Sanchez. Valeria and Codie explore the nonlinear paths of our lives and the importance of maintaining curiosity as a tool for continuous learning. The two tap on conventional wisdom with discussions on the myths of working smarter versus harder and debunk the idea that you can get paid for being lazy. The conversations also cover various topics such as the impact of what we consume online, the dynamics of the workplace, and the often misunderstood concept of toxic positivity. Codie Sanchez is the founder and CEO of Contrarian Thinking, a digital media company, and Contrarian Thinking Capital, a small business holding company that is focused on bringing Main Street businesses back to the limelight. Codie Sanchez is the Founder and CEO of Contrarian Thinking, one of the fastest growing financial media businesses with 6 million followers and 100 million monthly views. She is also the Founder of Contrarian Thinking Capital, a venture capital firm, and Main Street Holding Company with 25+ small or, what we call, “boring businesses.” Think car washes, laundromats, property management companies etc. She is a former partner at one of the largest cannabis investment firms, where she invested in 65+ companies. Her specialty is in the roll-up, turnaround and add-on space. She built First Trust’s $1 billion+ AUM Latin America business and held leadership positions at Goldman Sachs, State Street, and Vanguard. Check out Contrarian Thinking: https://contrarianthinking.co/   Codie is on: https://www.instagram.com/codiesanchez  https://www.tiktok.com/@realcodiesanchez  https://www.youtube.com/@CodieSanchezCT  https://twitter.com/Codie_Sanchez  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 02:48 Our path isn’t linear 05:26 Curiosity is a skill 06:16 Myth: Work smarter not harder 10:39 What do we consume most online? 12:17 Getting paid to be lazy 14:57 The Sexy-Boring matrix 16:27 Unhappy working employee 21:34 How do you grow your network 23:40 People aren’t happier  26:53 Toxic positivity 27:26 How do you define success? 30:35 Your problems shrink as time passes 34:47 Money is a cruel mistress 36:43 This isn’t how you get rich 38:19 Contrarian Thinking 39:13 Running a business is hard 40:28 How the rich get rich 43:32 You gotta work hard for it 46:04 Women equally competing with men 47:42 Women empowerment 50:43 Sharing your success   53:07 Having conversations with yourself 47:17 Think about what you post 53:53 What’s wrong with judgment? 56:43 MBAs are useless? 59:39 The future of education 01:04:45 Navigating your feminine/masculine energy 01:07:46 If you’re going to work with your partner 01:10:52 Do you have a big ego? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode is brought to you by the following:  Pique: For a limited time, get 15% off + a free Starter Kit (beaker + frother) and a Propolis throat spray when you shop my link: https://www.Piquelife.com/valeria  LMNT: Try my favorite way to hydrate with LMNT. Theycame up with a fantastic offer for us. Just go to https://www.DrinkLMNT.com/notalone for a free sample pack with any purchase! Cozy Earth: Head over to https://www.cozyearth.com and use promo code "VALERIA" for an exclusive 35% off.  Bird & Be: Try out the Ovarian Reserve Screening Test plus save 15% off your first purchase with code NOTALONE15 on https://www.birdandbe.com In today’s episode, Valeria is joined by none other than, Heidi D’Amelio! Together, Valeria and Hedid chat all about motherhood, their family’s rise to fame, dealing with online hate, and overcoming marriage struggles. The pair also dive into what it means to find yourself again after motherhood and letting your children be free and live their own lives. Join Valeria and Heidi for a raw, emotional conversation all about personal identity, growing through life’s seasons, and being selfish in a positive way.  Heidi D’Amelio, is best known as mom to Dixie and Charli, two of the most popular names in social media today. In 2019, Heidi’s youngest daughter Charli started posting dances on the popular app Tik Tok and literally overnight became the most followed name on the platform. Heidi’s dedication to being a present but not overbearing mom has grown her own following of over 10 million and growing.The family currently has a combined following of over 300 million.  Heidi recently competed on season 31 of Dancing with the Stars alongside pro, Artem Chigvintsev on top of being a full-time mom and overseeing her family’s demanding schedules. Heidi continues to pursue her passions which include health and wellness, fitness, and philanthropy. Balancing personal and work life and ensuring the internet is a safe place, not only for her daughters but for other teens, is always her main priority.  Watch The D’Amelio Show on Hulu: https://www.hulu.com/series/the-damelio-show-ad993806-7961-4eb3-9f92-e7b9a349ae22  Shop Be Happy Snacks: https://behappysnacks.com/   Heidi is on: https://www.tiktok.com/@heididamelio https://www.youtube.com/c/Heididamelio https://www.instagram.com/heididamelio/ Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:21 Moving to LA 02:57 Importance of maternal wisdom 09:31 Being a mom of two famous teenagers 13:35 Finding yourself at 52 19:12 Dealing with negative comments 23:41 How 'Dancing With the Stars' tested Heidi’s family  31:21 Creating a kinder connection in marriage 34:40 Family therapy and public scrutiny 38:55 The importance of family unity in Hollywood 41:03 Becoming public figures as a family 47:22 Cancel culture 51:19 Longevity and staying relevant 56:23 How family keeps us grounded 58:23 D’Amelio family behind the cameras 1:00:37 Parenting in the social media era 1:09:31 Who is Heidi? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode is brought to you by the following:  Magic Spoon: Go to http://magicspoon.com/NOTALONE to grab a variety pack and try it today! And be sure to use our promo code NOTALONE at checkout to save five dollars off your order! Today, Valeria is joined by none other than the iconic Mandy Moore. From 2000s pop Idol and teen movie star to the blockbuster successes of Tangled and This is Us: Mandy Moore has already led an illustrious 20-year career and left her mark on the world. But she’s not done yet! There is so much more that Mandy has to explore and offer, and she and Valeria chat all about it. Together they explore what it was like to rise to fame without the influence of social media, reflect on motherhood, how to balance family life with a demanding career, and the importance of community. Plus, they take a behind-the-scenes look into the iconic It’s Totally Raining Teens Vanity Fair cover, and how Mandy is, now more than ever, leaning into her friendship with Hilary Duff.  Mandy Moore’s Audible Original Series “The Boar’s Nest” is now available to stream, exclusively on Audible: http://audible.com/TheBoarsNest  Mandy is on: https://www.tiktok.com/@themandymoore  https://www.instagram.com/mandymooremm https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnvbNxQSM_QlI9_jou2uhrw  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 01:59 One of the most unproblematic celebrity 04:29 What’s it like without social media in the 90s 06:33 Online presence plays a role in getting casted 08:25 This is Us in seven years 11:18 We are stronger than we give credit for 12:47 What kind of mother are you going to be? 16:41 Losing patience  18:34 Seeing an older version of you 21:13 Have you lost yourself in a character you played? 23:13 Are you struggling with aging? 25:01 What are you looking forward to turning 40? 26:48 Growing together through the years 30:08 Having an unhealthy relationship with yourself 35:16 How did I find myself? 38:49 Regretting something you consciously let go of 40:39 I feel the best version of myself right now 42:00 Having support is everything 44:51 Raising a newborn and being a working mom 46:34 Cultivating a support system 48:20 Vanity Fair cover with Hilary Duff 49:49 A lot of drama during the Vanity Fair shoot 50:49 The Boar’s Nest 53:42 Career longevity 54:33 Future career endeavors 55:52 Books that inspired you Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following:  HomeChef: For a limited time, HomeChef is offering my listeners 18 Free Meals PLUS Free Dessert for Life and of course, Free Shipping on your first box! Go to www.homechef.com/VALERIA  Biom: Use code NOTALONE at www.betterbiom.com for 10% off your first one-month jar of NOBS Toothpaste Tablets Today, Valeria is joined by the one and only Ronda Rousey. Uncensored and finally speaking her truth, Ronda Rousey is in a new era of her life, moving on from and exposing the UFC and WWE. Ronda also opens up about the dark time in her life after losing her fight with Holly Holms, the abusive dynamics between coach and athlete, and how motherhood has changed her for the better. Join Valeria and Ronda as they dive deep into self-ownership and authenticity, particularly in the face of public demonization and personal tragedy.  Ronda completely transformed the world of martial arts, most notably, through her record-setting career as the UFC’s first and most dominant female fighter. She was the first woman inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame, in 2018, the same year she exploded onto the WWE scene. During her time in WWE, she held the Raw, Smackdown, and multiple tag team titles. Ronda is also a New York Times bestselling author and an actress. Check out Ronda’s new book, Our Fight: A Memoir - https://www.amazon.com/Our-Fight-Memoir-Ronda-Rousey/dp/1538757370   Ronda is on: https://www.instagram.com/rondarousey  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKKbnaWUi04RpY1M0yBidBw  What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 01:42 Owning your narrative 04:13 Demonized by the world 05:47 It became our fight 07:25 My own personal tragedy 10:39 Be everything to everyone 14:09 “People thought I was making excuses.” 15:22 Your health against your career 16:45 “I knew I did it, that's what matters.” 18:40 Getting caught up with fame 22:17 The champions burden 25:47 Disadvantages of being a woman in MMA 29:53 Finding opportunity in anything 34:15 When did you figure out your purpose? 36:08 Everyone gets a medal 38:51 Functioning as a fraction of yourself 41:35 Getting into depression and grief 46:41 How WWE helped me 48:43 You had to figure it out 50:06 The coach-athlete relationship 54:08 Boundary between pushing for excellence and abuse 56:31 Have you done therapy? 58:17 Self awareness 01:00:36 Enjoying the process 01:04:01 Regenerative farming 01:07:42 Motherhood is humbling 01:11:33 Baby name meaning 01:12:37 The biggest lesson learned Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following:  Miracle Made: Go to www.TryMiracle.com/VALERIA and use the code VALERIA to claim your free 3-piece towel set and save over 40% off. Better Help: Not Alone is sponsored by Better Help. Give online therapy a try at www.betterhelp.com/notalone and get on your way to being your best self. Magic Spoon: Go to www.magicspoon.com/NOTALONE and use our promo code NOTALONE at checkout to save five dollars off your order!  Today, Valeria welcomes Allison Holker to Not Alone. Since the passing of her husband Stephen (better known to the world as tWitch), Allison has been on the road to healing, self-discovery, and self-love. Together, Allison and Valeria talk about the power of faith and the comfort it provides, parenting your children through grief, how to have a successful and loving relationship with your teens, and the problem with toxic positivity. Allison Holker is a dancer and choreographer who got her start on Season 2 of So You Think You Can Dance. From there she joined SYTYCD as an All-Star in later seasons, danced as a pro on Dancing With The Stars, hosted Disney’s Fairytale Weddings, and is now a judge on So You Think You Can Dance for Season 18. She is the mother of 3 beautiful children and is an author now as well.  Check out Allison’s new children’s book “Keep Dancing Through: A Boss Family Groove” https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/727521/keep-dancing-through-by-allison-holker-boss-stephen-twitch-boss/  Allison is on: https://www.instagram.com/allisonholker  https://www.tiktok.com/@allisonholkerboss  https://www.facebook.com/holkerallison/  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 01:39 We found bringing people in so enjoyable 03:00 Letting go of trying to control everything 04:24 There are a lot of hard days 08:46 God doesn’t give you things you can’t handle 09:56 What were you fearful of? 11:15 Forgiveness  12:58 How do you talk to your kids? 15:23 Growing up together with your child 17:00 Let your kids speak and thrive  21:43 Loving myself for the first time 24:22 Can you still love yourself on a sh*tty day? 28:31 Faith and religion 33:07 How much to give and keep for yourself 37:09 Toxic positivity 41:00 Share your emotions in a safe place 44:00 Learning how to use your voice 45:53 I no longer care what people think 47:15 Choosing not to show my vulnerability 53:55 How to teach children about the world outside social media 55:58 Expressing opinions and virality 57:53 So You Think You Can Dance 59:34 Being a judge at SYTYCD 01:01:21 Are you ready to move forward? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by the following:  One Skin: Start prioritizing skin longevity today with 15% off using code VALERIA at https://www.oneskin.co/ Lume: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code VALERIA at LumeDeodorant.com! #lumepod Better Help: Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/notalone and get on your way to being your best self. Join us on this week’s episode of the Not Alone Podcast as we delve into our journey of building a global influencer empire. Rachel Ostro, CEO of Valeria Inc, joins hosts Gary Lipovetsky and Valeria Lipovetsky, and together they unravel the remarkable tale of how they forged Valeria Inc into a powerhouse in the influencer marketing realm. Boasting an audience of over 6.5 million across four social platforms, working with thousands of partners, and generating a staggering revenue of over 13 million dollars, their story is one of determination, collaboration, and innovation. Tune in as Rachel, Gary, and Valeria share their insights into what makes the creator economy tick, revealing the pulse of a rapidly evolving industry. Discover how the creator economy is set to skyrocket, with projections indicating exponential growth in the coming years. Join us for an inspiring conversation that unveils the secrets behind their success and offers a glimpse into the exciting future of influencer marketing. If you want to learn more about how you can create, monetize and grow on your own creator journey join our new community, Creator Method, launching in spring 2024. Follow @creator.method for more information. You can find both Gary and Rachel on Instagram!  Gary Lipovetsky:  https://www.instagram.com/garylipovetsky/  Rachel Ostro: https://www.instagram.com/rachostro/  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast Disclaimer: The links in this description are sponsor or affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links I may earn a credit or commission at no additional cost to you. What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:56 Welcome, Rachel Wexler! 02:08 Why Valeria Inc. needed a CEO 05:42 Who is Rachel and why is she leading Valeria Inc.? 13:26 A team of visionaries 15:32 Some positives that came out from the pandemic 20:04 Different strengths and skill sets 23:51 Going through major life changes as a team 29:01 The stigma of career women after having kids 32:12 Growth can mean so many different things 36:04 What do you do for a living? 38:58 Why don’t you sign on more talent?  40:39 What is the team’s biggest win? 45:47 Future plans, online education, creator economy 50:10 The economic impact of successful influencers 56:28 Scaling your long-term goals 59:10 What is Valeria like? 01:01:44 What are the biggest hurdles for creators? 01:08:10 Challenges come everyday 01:13:01 Why is the podcast called Not Alone? 01:16:15 Gary’s punctuation problem Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of Not Alone is brought to you by Home Chef. For a limited time, Home Chef is offering my listeners 18 Free Meals, plus Free Shipping on your first box, and Free Dessert for Life, at HomeChef.com/VALERIA *Must be an active subscriber to receive free dessert. Today, Valeria sits down with Jasmine Tookes. Best known for her work as a Victoria's Secret Angel, Jasmine is now a co-founder of the activewear brand Joja, an ambassador for numerous luxury brands, and a new mother. We all know Jasmine Tookes - but we don’t REALLY know her. In this episode, Valeria and Jasmine open up about being the products of resilient young single moms, the harsh realities of their early modeling careers, and why building a clothing brand is not for the faint of heart. Jasmine, also vulnerable, opens up about how she maintains balance between her career and motherhood, her views on the creator economy, and her aspirations for her brand and personal life.  You can find Jasmine on:  https://joja.com/  https://www.tiktok.com/@jastookes  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC613sjXVOaDPBoH5xFeqDYQ  https://twitter.com/jastookes  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:40 Who is Jasmine Tookes 01:19 The ultimate goal was to become a model 03:09 Raised to be tough by a single mom 06:04 You gotta do all on your own 07:06 What kept you going? 09:08 You can succeed in whatever you want to do 10:04 JoJa - combining fitness and fashion 12:30 “I’ve worn so many hats building the business.” 14:54 Business aspirations for the brand  16:08 Lessons learned as a new mother 18:07 “I try to not be hard on myself.” 20:11 How do you see yourself as a parent? 21:36 Growing up with two mother figures 22:42 Do you have daddy issues? 26:05 When your stylist is your own mother 27:48 How do you present yourself on social media? 30:06 “I will always be a model.” 31:48 People love to learn what you wear 33:49 How much are you willing to share online? 35:44 How do you recuperate from traveling too much? 37:10 What keeps you busy these days? 39:37 “Work hard, play harder.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Valeria is joined by the iconic Chriselle Lim, an OG fashion and lifestyle influencer, entrepreneur, and content creator. The shock of Chriselle’s divorce came after years of her sharing her picturesque seeming family & relationship online - her journey is a true testament to the fact that women continue to suffer in silence in toxic relationships. What you see on the outside is so different from what’s happening inside a marriage. Chriselle is blazing the trail for changing that narrative, breaking down the stigma around divorce and failed relationships, and giving hope to those who are struggling on their own. Valeria and her sit down and chat all about Chriselle’s self-discovery journey throughout and after her divorce, the internal shame that comes with learning to love again, and how they are planning to raise resilient children through positive feminine and masculine role models.  You can find Chriselle on:  https://www.instagram.com/chrisellelim/ https://www.tiktok.com/@chrisellelim https://www.youtube.com/user/chrisellelim https://www.instagram.com/phlur/?hl=en  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:42 Self-discovery after divorce 03:47 Feeling alone in a marriage 06:45 The reality of young marriage 10:28 Prenups and partnership 13:25 Embracing change in relationships 16:42 Redefining masculinity and femininity 20:25 Rediscovering joy and feminine energy after divorce 25:58 Present parenting 29:34 Building a solid co-parenting relationship 37:18 Why Chriselle shared her divorce journey 40:48 Letting go of past self 44:40 Finding strength in vulnerability 48:35 Celebrating life after divorce 50:41 Setting boundaries in the world of social media 1:00:57 Overcoming relationship trauma and trusting again 1:03:34 “You don’t need marriage…” 1:12:07 Who is Chriselle now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Valeria is joined by one of fashion’s most successful entrepreneurs: Joanna Griffiths. Joanna Griffiths is the Founder and President of Knix and Kt by Knix, the direct-to-consumer intimate apparel brands reinventing intimates for real life. Since launching the company in 2013, Joanna has built Knix into one of the fastest-growing intimate apparel brands globally and is lauded as the pioneer of the leakproof/period underwear marketplace. Joanna broke the Canadian record for the largest publicly disclosed sale of a private company by a female founder in 2022 through the sale of Knix for$320 Million Dollars. In this episode, Joanna and Valeria share their insights on evolving work perspectives after motherhood, the challenges of integrating work and personal aspirations, and the transformative power found within uncomfortable opportunities.  You can find Joanna on:  https://www.instagram.com/joannaknix/ https://knix.ca/  http://bit.ly/3v93QiF https://www.knixteen.ca/products/some-periods-a-first-book-about-periods  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:20 Self-identity 02:41 Identity after motherhood 05:19 How time can affect perspectives, self-care, and priorities 08:03 A mother’s role in work and life 13:17 Multiple identities of an entrepreneurial women 15:12 Expectations on female entrepreneurs 17:07 Self-discovery through uncomfortable opportunities 22:21 Embracing self-accomplishments 23:53 Starting over and rising above the challenges 27:11 Work-life integration 28:46 Finding Balance Between 0 and a 100 32:09 Finding calm within the chaos 35:03 Evolving from ego-driven motivations 42:38 Life After Birth 46:14 Navigating the fourth trimester 48:58 The power of storytelling 52:02 Self-worth and self-esteem Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, join Valeria and Morgan Stewart McGraw for a conversation that is a rollercoaster of emotions. Morgan gained prominence for her role as one of the main cast members on the reality TV show "Rich Kids of Beverly Hills," then went on to have a successful stint as a host of Daily Pop, Nightly Pop, and Necessary Realness for the E! network. In this episode, Morgan and Valeria speak on pregnancy and birth's lasting impact on your body, the realities of fashion entrepreneurship, how to find friends in your 30s, coping with the recent loss of Morgan's father, and more. Inspired by Morgan’s tagline: "For the girl creating her own future," embark on a journey of empowerment and self-discovery with her and Valeria. It's a rallying cry for young women everywhere to seize control of their destinies and forge ahead with grace and humor. Whether it's in the world of fashion, motherhood, or personal growth, the key lies in harnessing one's innate gifts. You can find Morgan on:  https://www.instagram.com/morganstewart  https://www.tiktok.com/@morganmcgraw  https://rengglistudio.com/  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 01:26 Morgan's start on the Rich Kids of Beverly Hills 03:51 “I want to be successful at what I’m naturally good at.” 05:32 Getting her first 10k followers 08:27 Setting up fashion trends 09:02 “For the girl creating her own future” 10:37 Learning to love your current and younger self 11:12 Marriage and parenting 14:44 The impact pregnancy, birth, and motherhood has on your body 17:19 Founding Renggli 20:22 Give some space to other people 24:26 Friendship shifts and people relationships 28:07 Necessary Realness | E! News 30:19 It’s time for TV shows again 31:45 Going through loss and grief 37:36 Life lessons learn from losing a loved one 43:21 Having a Swiss mom 45:38 Raising kids in the social media age 48:47 Seeing your parents growing older 49:28 Saying a hard NO when you’re not up to it 51:09 Focused more on showing the other side of you 52:18 The 2024 In’s and Out’s 53:41 Fashion tips from Morgan 56:33 Keep creating a future that you want for yourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Valeria is joined by clinical psychologist and New York Times Bestselling Author, Dr. Shefali. Together they dive into the definition of conscious parenting, the myths and truths of the concept, the struggles of modern parenting, and the journey of radical awakening for authenticity in adulthood. Valeria also takes a vulnerable leap and shares a retrospective on the conversation with Dr. Shefali, further explaining her thoughts on conscious parenting after sitting with the idea for a few weeks. She boldly admits her mistakes as a parent, outlines the practices she uses with her own children, and details why they work (and sometimes don’t!).  Explore Dr. Shefali's latest book, "The Parenting Map," for a step-by-step guide to elevate your parent-child relationship. https://bitly.ws/3aGcT You can find Dr. Shefali on:  https://www.drshefali.com/ https://www.instagram.com/doctorshefali/ https://www.tiktok.com/@doctorshefali/ https://www.youtube.com/c/DrShefali Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:37 Conscious parenting 02:44 Is conscious parenting being an idealist? 04:31 The struggle of modern ways of parenting 06:08 Steps to conscious parenting 07:30 Difference between gentle and conscious parenting 08:50 Conscious parenting is a lifelong process 10:53 Having one conscious parent in a family 12:44 How do we bring fear to children? 14:52 “Your child is not who you are” 16:12 Nurturing authenticity in your child 17:37 Relationship between parent’s reactions and child behavior 18:52 Radical Awakening 20:23 Reparenting your inner child 22:25 Inner revolution in adulthood 25:49 Individual growth in marriage 27:19 What is authenticity? 28:45 Find your truth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Valeria is joined by former CMO at Netflix and Endeavor, and former chief brand officer at Uber, the one and only Bozoma Saint John! From the loss of her boyfriend, daughter and husband, Bozoma has lived through unimaginable loss and grief but has still been able to forge a path for herself and become her own light within the darkness.  In this episode, Valeria and Bozoma dive deep into her book, ‘The Urgent Life’, discuss how intuition plays a role in healing, using emotions like grief, anger, and regret as motivation, and what happiness really means.  Make sure to get your copy of Bozoma’s book, “The Urgent Life,” to embark on a journey of healing, courage, and embracing life's urgency. Grab your copy here: https://bitly.ws/3aThr You can find Bozoma on:  https://www.instagram.com/badassboz/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/bozoma-saint-john-0305441 https://twitter.com/badassboz Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 01:38 Trusting your intuition 05:47 Break away from rules that don’t apply to you 10:01 The role of intuition in healing and transformation 15:30 When should you seek advice? 18:19 “There’s no mistakes in life, just delayed opportunities…” 20:34 Different types of grief 25:03 Embracing grief as a part of healing 27:50 Celebrating what could have been 30:25 How grief, anger, and regret can propel you forward 37:52 What is happiness? 39:04 Creating the light for yourself 44:17 The complicated gift of knowing the end 47:41 The Urgent Life 52:18 Navigating loss and grief with your child 59:38 Prioritizing yourself 1:04:32 Focusing on what you’re good at 1:10:29 Going beyond dreams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Valeria is joined by Melissa Wood-Tepperberg Melissa Wood-Tepperberg! Melissa is founder of MWH and host of the Move With Heart Podcast. She is a motivational speaker, meditation teacher, certified yoga and pilates instructor, certified health coach, and beloved by the diverse community she’s cultivated through her unique approach to fitness and mindfulness over the years. An innate digital entrepreneur, Melissa began filming and sharing her workouts from her living room using only an iPhone and simple tripod in 2015.  In this episode, Valeria and Melissa tackle topics surrounding self-discovery and change. They touch on Melissa’s journey to finding herself, tips on how to discover yourself while you’re in a relationship, and finding courage to accept and embrace your inner and outer transformations.  You can find Melissa on:  https://www.instagram.com/melissawoodtepperberg/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd-M8iMVPXC9qE-4s8B9law https://melissawoodhealth.com/ https://www.instagram.com/melissawoodhealth/ https://www.tiktok.com/@melissawoodhealth?lang=en Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:10 How Valeria and Melissa met 01:05 Melissa’s journey to finding herself 06:52 Self-discovery in a relationship 09:52 Fear and codependency 11:15 Love lessons from Mom 14:02 Type vs. Values 15:57 Meditation and self-discovery 18:48 Finding common ground in relationships 24:40 The courage to accept change 31:24 Living in neutrality 36:27 Letting go of control 40:21 Difference between discomfort and boundary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we welcome Dan Buettner. Dan is a National Geographic Fellow, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author of five books on longevity and happiness, and a three-time Guinness World Record distance cycling holder. During Dan’s travels and research, he and his team discovered the five places in the world — dubbed Blue Zones — where people live the longest, healthiest lives and have been sharing this information with the world for over 20 years.  Valeria sits down with Dan to discuss the Blue Zones and the reasons why the inhabitants of these places live longer than average. Dan shares his findings and exposes the American food system for what it truly is: a toxic environment of processed food that is slowly shortening our lifespans. Dan details how to adapt to a new diet and ways of living that can lead to a healthier and simpler lifestyle, how walking regularly is essential to longevity, and what knowledge and practices from the Blue Zones we can use to live longer, happier, and more fulfilling lives together.  Watch Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones on Netflix: https://media.netflix.com/en/only-on-netflix/81214929  You can find Dan on:  https://www.instagram.com/danbuettner  https://www.tiktok.com/@danbuettner  https://www.bluezones.com/  https://danbuettner.com/  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:25 Visiting places and bringing their stories to the world 04:46 The Blue Zone project 07:08 Finding areas where people live the longest 10:05 The common traits of people in blue zones 14:03 Our food environment is often toxic 18:40 How America evolved into consumerized food production 21:18 Obesity has now become a problem  23:00 Eating healthy is much cheaper 24:46 The Blue Zones Kitchen: 100 Recipes to Live to 100 26:59 Don’t change your behavior, change your environment 31:23 Community is a huge pillar to our longevity 35:16 Some supplements are harming our body 37:16 Biohacking may not work for you 40:23 How do you stay away from toxins? 41:46 This is how the Blue Zone Project operates 45:58 How to adapt the blue zone lifestyle at home 49:27 Road to living a simpler life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Valeria welcomes Kelsey Kreppel, a preschool-teacher-turned-content-creator and entertainer, to chat all about her current pregnancy and the anticipation and fear that comes with being an expectant first-time mom. Kelsey shares her pregnancy experience, the challenges that come with it, and the joys, fears, and anticipation of her son’s upcoming arrival. Being a first-time-mom can be scary and lonely, but Valeria gives Kelsey her best tips on how to navigate this new season of life without losing your sense of self along the way.  Valeria shares with Kelsey her honest and realistic advice on the “fourth trimester”, what to expect postpartum, how to handle being humbled as a mother, and not falling into doom traps of birth experiences and advice on the internet. Kelsey also shares the approach she and her husband, YouTuber Cody Ko, take when sharing their lives as influencers and the precautions and boundaries they’ll have to think about as new parents in the public eye.  You can find Kelsey on:  https://www.instagram.com/kelseykreppel Circle Time podcast  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZym84-cGUKAf1T2isIIXvw https://www.tiktok.com/@kelsey_kreppel Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 01:54 How do you define a cool mom? 03:31 Becoming a mother feels so natural 07:06 Conversations about starting a family 11:54 How to parent your own children 17:17 Preparing for postpartum and other afterbirth care 21:36 The fourth trimester 23:27 Embracing the changes that happen during pregnancy 29:00 It’s not easy but it’s also not permanent 34:48 Attachment style  38:03 The advantage of allowing your child to explore their emotions 42:45 Limiting what to share online when you have kids 48:07 Preparing to give birth 49:53 Doctor visits and counting baby kicks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode, Valeria welcomes Vivian Tu, better known as Your Rich BFF online. Vivian is an ex-Wall Street Trader, Strategy Sales Partner at a Tech company, and the face of YourRichBFF. She started YourRichBFF as a passion project to share digestible lessons on financial literacy and lifestyle. Since then, she has built a community of over 2,500,000 besties helping one another get rich and stay rich. Together, Valeria and Vivian dive into how being smart about money is not just a practical skill; it's a cornerstone of a secure and fulfilling life. They also explore the belief that financial literacy empowers individuals to make informed decisions about budgeting, saving, and investing, and fosters a sense of control over one's economic stability.  Vivian’s book is available now! Order here: Rich AF: The Winning Money Mindset That Will Change Your Life  You can find Vivian on:  https://www.instagram.com/your.richbff  https://www.tiktok.com/@yourrichbff  https://www.yourrichbff.com/  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:21 From stock market trader to full-time content creator 03:55 Having the sense of belonging to the society of rich people 06:03 The mindset of rich people and how they handle money 11:17 Not all debt is bad 16:39 “How I lost $4000 to break off a lease.” - Do the STRIP method 23:23 The truth about having emergency funds 28:27 Everything, when comes to finances comes down to time 31:48 What is an FU number? 34:57 The influencer lifestyle and being smart with money 39:45 What in your workplace can and cannot be changed? 42:17 How does the Brag Book works 45:05 Asking for a raise isn’t being greedy if you deserve it 47:36 Two things to remember when negotiating 54:22 Handling finances while in a relationship 58:25 Money is just a medium for what people value 01:00:00 Who pays for the first date? 01:03:06 “You aren’t bad with money, you weren’t thought about it” 01:05:33 Money can buy you the ability to be happy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, join Valeria and Dr. Uma Naidoo for a discussion on the fascinating relationship between food and mental health. Dr. Uma is a prominent psychiatrist, chef, and bestselling author. Drawing from her books like "This Is Your Brain on Food" and new release "Calm Your Mind with Food," she uncovers the scientific connections between diet and emotional health, shedding light on how specific foods can influence conditions such as anxiety, depression, and stress, and how you can use your diet to help relieve symptoms. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the mind-food relationship and learn valuable ways to cultivate mental resilience through what you eat. Calm Your Mind with Food by Dr. Uma Naidoo is available now! https://umanaidoomd.com/pages/calm-your-mind-with-food   You can find Dr. Uma on:  https://umanaidoomd.com/ https://www.instagram.com/drumanaidoo/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.umanaidoo Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 01:57 What is nutritional psychiatry? 03:21 Integrating nutrition into medicine 06:39 Journey to holistic nutrition 10:24 The rise of anxiety 12:31 How anxiety manifests in our body 15:50 The impact of gut health to our mental health 19:05 How to start paying attention to your gut and mental health 21:04 The Six Pillars for calming your mind 23:18 Breaking the fast-food cycle 29:32 Emotional eating 31:56 “Everyday is day one” 34:40 Personalized nutrition for women 38:39 Food as medicine for the mind 42:01 Is there good anxiety? 43:53 Medication and supplements 45:13 Instilling healthy eating habits in kids 50:54 Calming teas 52:33 Intro to spices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Valeria welcomes Gabby Bernstein to Not Alone. Gabby Bernstein is an American motivational speaker, life coach, and author known for her work in the field of self-help and spirituality. She has written several best-selling books, including "The Universe Has Your Back," "Miracles Now," and "Super Attractor." Gabby combines spiritual principles, mindfulness, and practical guidance in her teachings to help individuals overcome challenges, find inner peace, and create positive change in their lives.  Join Valeria and Gabby as they explore how our willingness and desire to learn can take us far in life, how trauma cannot be undone overnight, and actionable steps to overcoming anxiety. Unlearning fear may come as a huge challenge but with love and guidance from the right people, anyone can break free from their difficult past.  Download the Gabby app here: https://gabbybernstein.com/gabby-coaching-app/  You can find Gabby on:  https://gabbybernstein.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiGs8bAma9q1fqP-3SokQZw https://www.tiktok.com/@gabbybernsteinofficial https://www.instagram.com/gabbybernstein  Books Dear Gabby Podcast Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 01:28 How do you define the universe? 03:07 Come out and speak your truth 04:29 Be willing and have the desire to learn 06:33 The wounded little children within us 08:20 Trauma recovery and undoing fears 09:35 Healing from trauma is a lot of work  10:43 Losing control versus letting go of control 13:53 The secret to a powerful prayer 17:04 3 steps to overcome anxiety 20:27 Unlearning fear and remembering love 21:56 Conscious parenting starts with reparenting yourself 23:30 Personal development doesn’t have to happen overnight 27:28 How to reach for the best feeling thought 29:16 The adult, resourced, undamaged part of who were that never left us 31:17 What you believe you will manifest 33:29 The Self Help book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Valeria sits down with relational wellness expert and therapist, Maria Sosa. Join Valeria and Maria as they dive deeper into the heart of relational wellness therapy, truly being heard in your relationship, how to reignite intimacy, and finding the beauty in missed connections. In this episode, we navigate the complexities of love, growth, and communication, and are reminded that even in the uncomfortable moments, the potential for meaningful connection is endless.  You can find Maria on:  https://www.holisticallygrace.com/  https://www.instagram.com/holisticallygrace/  https://www.instagram.com/mindmeetsbodypodcast/  Mind Meets Body Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:05 What is relational wellness therapy? 03:45 What is effective communication in a relationship? 06:15 When communication is not being understood 09:30 Modern relationships now have negotiating roles 11:26 Couple tips for managing finances 13:58 How do you reignite intimacy? 18:37 Focus on the missed connections 21:15 Tools to help reconnect with your partner 23:54 Personal growth may bring couples apart 26:06 Struggles arise when there is disparity in growth 29:11 What is your definition of commitment? 31:38 Why negotiations are crucial in any marriage 34:14 The reality of long-term relationships 37:46 Feeling uncomfortable is not the end 41:13 Couples bring their individuality into the marriage 42:53 Love as a feeling vs love as a verb 46:37 The origins of marriages 50:49 Should there be a power struggle? 52:35 Work-life balance doesn’t include relationship growth 58:43 Relationships take time  59:42 The standards of a perfect marriage  01:06:01 Questions to ask before getting married Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover the magic of workplace friendships in this heartwarming episode as Valeria shares a candid conversation with her personal assistant turned dear friend, Celine Rodriguez. In a world where genuine connections are a rare gem, Valeria and Celine invite you into the folds of their friendship, born and nurtured within the bustling corridors of Valeria Inc. Tune in to hear Celine's journey through the intricate tapestry of the fashion industry, from its humble beginnings to her role in Valeria's world. The duo unravels tales of shared adventures, including hilarious mishaps during chaotic New York, Paris, and Milan Fashion Weeks. Beyond the professional realm, Valeria and Celine divulge the evolution of their relationship – from employer and employee to the cherished bond of true friendship. You can find Celine on:  https://www.instagram.com/celineerod/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/celinemrodriguez/  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 01:44 Who is Celine Rodriguez? 06:09 Getting into the fashion industry 12:21 Joining the Zimmerman crew 13:20 Got an offer as an assistant store manager 15:40 Finding Valeria Inc job post 18:36 Having high energy 19:18 Interests throughout the years 20:28 Fearless and doing things solo 23:00 Love for Harry Potter, obsessed with Star Wars 26:04 Multiple Disney visits 28:34 First impression on the first meeting 31:09 What is your intention? 32:24 The age gap and mentorship 35:50 Giving back and showing up 37:48 Paris trip together 42:26 Sexual harassment and other experiences in Paris 46:23 Next trip, Japan? 47:47 26 things to do before turning 26 49:31 Is Valeria a gaslighter? 52:23 The forgotten red shoes 57:28 Outfit mishaps and running around NY Time Square 01:00:12 Back to the 26 things to-do 01:02:39 Why did you stop drinking? 01:04:58 Getting used to doing things yourself 01:08:56 Dating preferences and predictions 01:10:30 What is love and partnership for you? 01:14:36 Dating challenges for Gen Z 01:17:34 Describe Valeria in 4 words 01:20:07 What gets you the most? 01:21:54 How do you balance work and friendship? 01:23:53 What’s the most challenging part of the job? 01:24:37 The story everyone needs to know 01:27:20 Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Valeria sits down with Lynn Shabinsky, better known as @whitehairwisdom on social media. The two unravel the layers of Lynn's childhood, exploring the roots that shaped the vibrant person she is today. From venturing into the world of social media to discovering the joy in sharing life's snippets, Lynn's tale is a testament to finding happiness in authenticity.  Together, Valeria and Lynn touch on understanding the power of choices for all women, the wisdom that comes with the passage of time, and the art of aging gracefully. Lynn shares her insights on what it truly means to be a good mother, the beauty of adapting through communication shifts in marriage, and the joy of watching your children step into the world of parenting. Get ready for heart-to-heart conversations on love, loss, and the little moments that make life extraordinary. You can find Lynn on:  https://www.instagram.com/whitehairwisdom/  https://www.tiktok.com/@whitehairwisdom  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:28 What was Lynn’s childhood like? 03:00 Venturing into social media 05:51 Finding joy in sharing your life 11:38 Sharing a tidbit of your reality 13:51 All women have a choice 16:11 When did you realize you’ve grown old? 19:26 How do you process loss? 20:34 Our parents are aging too 23:39 When did you switch to a healthier lifestyle? 25:34 Practicing yoga for 20 years 28:38 Age can teach us so much  31:34 Wear what feels right for you 33:16 Big passion for fashion 36:50 What makes one a good mother? 39:19 Overpreparing, sometimes, messes thing sup 40:44 What it’s like to marry young  41:45 What makes a successful marriage? 44:01 Adapting to the communication changes throughout the marriage 46:03 Watching your children learn how to parent 48:24 How to build strong communication with your children 50:33 Are you a strict parent? 51:55 How to keep a positive energy everyday Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Social media is an extension of yourself and we must start treating it accordingly. Now, more than ever, what we post, how we act, and how we interact online has much deeper permanence and power to either push us forward or hold us back. In a world where online interactions can now shape lives, navigating these issues has become a daily concern for both children and adults.  Everyone wants to go viral and be “famous” online, but at what cost? How can we protect our kids on social media? These are not questions I have answers to, but would love to start a conversation about.  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:20 A Day In The Life of a Content Creator 05:06 Social Media Responsibility 08:21 The Impact of Every User in the Social Media Era 12:42 Going Viral at What Cost? 14:14 The Power and Responsibility of Online Creators 20:07 Parenting in the Social Media Age 25:43 Knowing Yourself Before You Post 30:49 Simple Strategies for Screen Time 34:29 Evolving from Ego to Legacy 38:29 Turning Comparison into Growth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The core idea of attachment theory is that humans, as social beings, have an innate need to form close emotional bonds and attachments with others. It has profound implications for understanding human relationships, including romantic partnerships, friendships, and parent-child relationships.  Valeria welcomes licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Julie Menanno for an eye-opening conversation about our individual attachment needs. We kick things off by exploring the foundations of attachment theory and what it means to parent with an attachment-focused mindset. The different attachment styles take center stage, shedding light on how they shape our emotional bonds and behaviors. They touch on the typical environment for avoidant attachment and why being dismissive with your partner can be a red flag and the pitfalls of relationship advice found online and why it's often based on conflict. Plus, we'll reveal the intriguing fact that only half of our attachment needs are met in our relationships. Pre-order Secure Love:  https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Secure-Love/Julie-Menanno/9781668012864  You can find Julie on:  https://www.thesecurerelationship.com/  https://www.instagram.com/thesecurerelationship  https://www.tiktok.com/@thesecurerelationship  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQxvG_HhlW-IOp0WJgRBcCg  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:30 The attachment theory 04:45 Parenting with an attachment mind 07:14 The different attachment styles 11:24 Disorganized attachment 14:02 Attachment style starts in childhood 15:44 Couples with different attachment style 19:09 Bridging the gap between the different attachment styles 23:23 Practice self check-in before reacting 25:51 The typical environment for avoidant attachment 29:43 Being dismissive with your partner 34:59 Triggers can be the small things 37:32 Do the work during bond building 38:27 The guide to create an attachment friendly environment 40:38 Attachment style with your children 42:57 Are you an anxious parent? 45:39 Men are avoidant, women are anxious type 47:43 Can’t masculine and feminine energy co-exist within us? 49:21 Does our attachment style affect our feminine/masculine energy 51:02 Relationship advice online are enemy-based  53:54 Only half of our attachment needs are met 56:43 Ways understand you and your partner’s attachment needs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wondered how to give your brain a breather? It's not just about rest; it's like a strategic downtime that brings back the pep in your step. Today's guest is the visionary Jim Kwik. Jim was once known as the “boy with the broken brain,” where a childhood head injury at age five left him struggling in school. Jim discovered that, no matter the circumstances, we can rebuild our brains. And after working on himself, he realized his brain was not broken…it just needed a better owner’s manual.  We chat about strong people who've faced tough times and Jim details areas to tackle, letting you in on the secrets to unlocking your full potential. Along the way, we dive into courage, asking the right questions, and handling triggers with some self-aware questioning. Together, Valeria and Jim explore the nitty-gritty of self-regulation, staying positive with language, and the magic of the 80/20 rule. And oh, and we throw in some colorful thinking hats for good measure! Join us on a journey of uncovering the playful side of understanding your unique thinking style and unlocking your potential by leading a limitless life.  Limitless Expanded Edition: https://kwikbrain.com/limitless-expanded Available now! Connect with Jim on:  https://www.jimkwik.com/  https://www.facebook.com/jimkwikofficial https://www.instagram.com/jimkwik/ https://www.youtube.com/c/JimKwik https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimkwik/ https://twitter.com/jimkwik  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A harmonious marriage is like a perfectly tuned melody, where two people find joy and comfort in each other's company. It's the beauty of shared laughter, mutual understanding, and a sense of belonging.  In this special episode, Gary joins Valeria for an honest and open conversation about marriage and how their relationship started. From a comical allergy to hair dyes, to their age difference challenges and parenting approach, they share an insightful conversation about life, love, and business.   You can find Gary on:  https://www.instagram.com/garylipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKHLJJd07IhT9DPhxsY-EYg  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 02:07 The allergy to hair dyes 07:13 First meeting 10:31 Dating preferences 13:53 Age difference 17:08 What Mom had to say 25:49 The sweet ignorance of youth 29:51 Answering age gap questions 35:15 Building a business together 42:16 Prioritize the benefit to the family 47:03 Creating a brand with value 51:35 Building everything in-house 55:41 Separation of tasks and expertise 01:02:13 A common goal prevents disagreements 01:05:00 They’re actually straight A students 01:07:17 The mindset to get things done 01:08:58 Do you celebrate achievements? 01:13:18 Personal breakthroughs 01:15:14 Keeping up with the trends 01:18:57 What’s the future like? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Overcoming life's obstacles often requires a powerful blend of determination and the belief in the potential to manifest and create your own better reality. People with that kind of grit, look fear in the face and move forward. In this episode, Valeria invites a special guest and friend, the extraordinary Sai De Silva, for a heartfelt conversation about their upbringings, personal hardships, and the remarkable journey of resilience, hard work, and manifestation that has defined Sai's life. Sai De Silva is Founder and Creative Director of Scout the City and cast member on Bravo’s Hit TV Series, Real Housewives of NYC.  Connect with Sai on:  https://www.instagram.com/scoutthecity/ https://www.youtube.com/c/Scoutthecity https://www.tiktok.com/@saidesilva Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:24 Growing up with less resources 03:16 Practiced manifestation in the form of visualization at a young age 06:33 Leaving home at a young age 08:32 “I don’t blame my past or my parents.” 14:42 Getting older is not easy 17:20 Being a parent now 19:24 Locking away your painful past 22:57 How did you get started on social media? 26:04 Know who you are and be comfortable with it 30:14 Being honest can come off brash sometimes 33:30 Eye opening experiences in reality TV 36:08 “I had no idea I was the villain.” 40:08 Doing something that you’re passionate and gives you freedom 45:56 Learning never stops when you’re not in school 46:35 How the kids are coping with the public life 49:07 Future plans and goals 51:10 Keeping the storyline going 52:25 Manifesting a new home  54:01 “Despite what people think, I am kind.” 55:07 Have you been traumatized by a friend? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Content Warning: The following episode discusses serious and sensitive matters surrounding sexual assault. What unexpected insights or personal growth did you discover while coping with the impact of trauma? How did you find the strength to navigate through the aftermath of a traumatic experience and emerge stronger than ever? Valeria opens up about how she and her guest got through uncomfortable situations.  In this episode, Valeria is joined by the inspiring Paige Adams-Geller, the phenomenal founder of Paige, the fashion-forward denim brand we all know and love. Paige takes us on a captivating ride through her life, how she ventured into the thrilling world of modeling and fashion and the hardships she would face, the untold, ugly side of the fashion industry that's rarely spoken about, and her intuitive business strategies and how she trusted her instincts to thrive in the cutthroat world of entrepreneurship.  You can find Paige on:  https://www.paige.com/  https://www.instagram.com/paige/  https://www.instagram.com/paigeageller/  Your Perfect Fit  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:52 Let’s meet the Paige founder, Paige Adams-Geller 01:54 How it was growing up in Alaska 04:01 Learning how to keep yourself occupied and use your imagination 06:34 Becoming a model and joining the fashion industry 11:18 How s*xual assault can impact your life 17:19 The ugly, untold side of fashion 22:51 Why I decided not to have children 24:08 Why do we keep making the wrong choices? 26:44 Are there any unexpected gifts from trauma? 30:29 Putting thought into action, and Paige was born 34:36 Always trust your intuition when you’re running a business 41:33 How do you know when to reinvent yourself? 44:01 Starting the brand off as a denim brand 50:07 What keeps you inspired these days? 52:17 Do you think your younger self is proud of your current self? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you handle the pressure of juggling the demands of content creation, engaging with your audience, and running your brand successfully? How do you strike a balance between showcasing your personality as an influencer and maintaining a professional image for your brand? Valeria knows all too well what it is like to be both! Today, Valeria welcomes one of the OG beauty and lifestyle influencer, blogger, YouTuber, and the co-founder of Summer Fridays, Marianna Hewitt. Marianna opens up about passion as the driving force in her life, the secrets of planning for the future and the transition from influencer to thriving entrepreneur, how she finds balance in what she shares online while setting healthy boundaries.  You can find Marianna on:  https://summerfridays.com/  https://www.instagram.com/marianna_hewitt/  Life with Marianna Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:39 Growing up between Ohio and Germany 02:32 Being happy independently than unhappy together 05:50 The ups and downs of being an only child 09:30 Sometimes we aren’t ready to learn our life lessons 13:17 Living a life of routines and daily habits 16:00 The passion for journalism 21:36 Using data and analytics to build a brand 26:01 How do you plan for the longevity of your brand? 28:47 How do you switch from being an influencer to an entrepreneur? 31:47 It’s about hiring the people that you trust 33:48 How did you find your leadership style? 36:17 Finding a balance in what you share online and setting up boundaries 40:21 Do you ask yourself questions before you post something online? 42:22 What does success mean? 43:29 Gratitude for the people you work with  48:21 What is your WHY? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Living with a lifelong medical condition is like taking on life's twists and turns with an extra load. It's not always easy, but people dealing with this challenge are like everyday heroes. They show us that no matter what life throws at you, there's a way to keep moving forward.  Valeria sits down with Brazilian-American fashion mogul, beauty influencer, and entrepreneur, Camila Coelho.  In this conversation filled with unexpected twists and remarkable resilience, Camila shares her battle with the heavy stigma that often surrounds epilepsy, the restrictions it imposed and her very first seizure at school made her feel incredibly different from her peers. But what truly shines in her story is her unwavering determination. She takes us through the challenging path of managing epilepsy while pursuing her dream of starting a family.  Camila tirelessly advocates for epilepsy awareness and fights against its stigma. This episode is more than just a personal journey; it's a compelling call for change and compassion. It reminds us all to confront prejudices, embrace vulnerability, and find strength in a supportive community.  Connect with Camila on: https://www.tiktok.com/@camilacoelho  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDl9AK32Xzr_2UOxjt03f6w  https://www.instagram.com/camilacoelho/  https://www.elaluz.com/  https://camilacoelho.com/  Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:34 “I grew up in a small town, before moving to the US.” 04:51 Diagnosed with epilepsy at 9 years old 10:29 The stigma about epilepsy and the restrictions than come with it 14:23 Feeling different from others, first seizure attack in school 19:59 The medicine can potentially affect the baby during pregnancy 24:17 The process of trying to get pregnant and changing medication 31:26 Other factors that trigger an episode of epilepsy 33:53 Prioritizing health over work  39:36 Did you have periods of burn out 40:57 Epilepsy awareness and ending the stigma 44:46 Is lack of information prominent in the country? 46:13 Talk to someone about about your fears to someone you trust 47:59 Becoming more comfortable with being vulnerable and sharing your insecurities 49:50 Other people who you can share your troubles with Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why is it difficult to find one’s self? Many of us often struggle with this, feeling unsure about who we truly are or feeling a bit lost in the process. Our lives keep changing – so how do we really find our true selves?  Valeria sits down with existential psychotherapist, Sara Kuburic. They talk about Sara's upcoming book, "It's On Me," and delve into what existential therapy is all about. They also discuss how we can let go of our old selves, how we end up losing our identity, and how we can find ourselves even when life gets messy and complicated. Join us for this insightful conversation that'll not only get you thinking but also provide valuable insights into navigating the complexities of life and self-discovery. It’s On Me by Sara Kuburic: https://www.amazon.com/Its-Me-Accept-Truths-Discover/dp/B0BZZV3G1L  You can find Sara on:  https://www.instagram.com/millennial.therapist/?hl=en https://twitter.com/SaraKuburic https://www.facebook.com/sarakuburic/ https://www.tiktok.com/@sarakuburic Valeria is on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:05 What is existential therapy? 01:53 The concept of the self 05:30 What causes self-loss? 08:06 How self-loss manifests itself? 11:32 Signs that you probably don’t know who you are 13:09 Letting go of the older version of you 17:08 Don’t let habits become cages 19:33 What is authenticity? 21:51 “Our ultimate essence is always ahead of us…” 25:19 What are the things that won’t change? 27:20 Finding meaning in life 30:44 How to recognize meaning 32:08 What other things cause self-loss? 35:42 Transition from self-awareness to self-attunement 37:18 Finding beauty in sadness 42:53 The prerequisites to having a sense of self 46:33 “We cannot expect attention without attendance…” 49:16 Setting boundaries 54:01 Connection between the body and knowing ourselves 58:34 Building a relationship with your body 1:00:36 Life is messy and complicated 1:02:30 The armchair exercise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 inward and asking, 'What really matters to me?' This shift is about digging deep, finding what you're passionate about and what aligns with your values. It might not be as flashy as chasing happiness, but it's like discovering a hidden treasure – a sense of fulfillment that stays with you for the long haul. Of course, the occasional like and comment on social media feels good, but now they're just one part of a bigger, more meaningful picture Follow Valeria on: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA  https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky  Not Alone Podcast What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 00:20 Getting comfortable with the unknown 04:40 Motherhood phases and marriage anniversary 07:50 Do you question yourself often? 10:46 Breaking free from your limiting beliefs 14:11 Logical versus intuitive decision making 15:36 Starting your emotional journey at a young age 19:14 How do you rewire your brain? 23:17 Don’t allow yourself to settle 26:39 The survivor mentality 32:21 What’s your approach to happiness? 35:32 Looking at your life in a different lens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you manage loss? Or navigate endings? Can we avoid falling into despair when confronted with grief? In this episode, Valeria explores her own responses to difficult emotions. She talks with fashion designer and podcast host Whitney Port and trauma psychotherapist Hilary Jacobs Hendel about coping with endings. Join the conversation to learn more about the complex ways our minds and our bodies respond to change, loss, and grief.  You can find Whitney Port on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and TikTok, and Hilary Jacobs Hendel on Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter.  This Not Alone episode is sponsored by Crown Affair. Get 20% off you Crown Affair order when you enter code VALERIA20 at checkout. That’s crownaffair.com using the code VALERIA20 to get 20% off your entire order! Not Alone is produced in partnership with FRQNCY Media. Producer: Lizzie Stewart  Associate Producer: Emily Krumberger Supervising Producer: Enna Garkusha  Executive Producer: Michelle Khouri Script written by: William Cagle Script editors: Isabel Moncloa Daly and Jessica Olivier Mixer and sound designer: Claire Bidigare-Curtis Session engineering: DonTaé Hodge.  Follow Valeria on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you feel like you lost a part of yourself when you became a parent? Valeria knows exactly how you feel. In this episode, she welcomes actress and The Honest Company founder Jessica Alba to have a conversation about motherhood, the compromises we make for our children, and how to prioritize yourself while still remaining present as a parent. Valeria shares her stories of feeling guilty when she couldn’t be as accessible to her son as he wanted and learning not to over identify with the role of mother. She listens to Jessica’s take on how to tune into yourself and why she finally felt a sense of home after having kids.   You can find Jessica Alba on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and TikTok. This Not Alone episode is sponsored by Starface. Check them out online at Starface.World in the US, UK and Canada, and save 15% on your next order with Build Your Own Bundle. Just add two or more products to your cart and your 15% discount will apply automatically at checkout. Not Alone is produced in partnership with FRQNCY Media. Producer: Lizzie Stewart  Associate Producer: Emily Krumberger Supervising Producer: Enna Garkusha  Executive Producer: Michelle Khouri Script written by: Ellie Katz Script editors: Isabel Moncloa Daly and Jessica Olivier Mixer and sound designer: Claire Bidigare-Curtis Session engineering: DonTaé Hodge.  Follow Valeria on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever failed at something that you really wanted to work out? Does the fear of falling short ever hold you back? What if you do have success but it doesn't make you feel satisfied? In this episode Valeria opens up about her own entrepreneurial disappointments, learning through mistakes, and her relationship to success. She hears from model and Saltair co-founder Iskra Lawrence and YouTube star and filmmaker Elle Mills about the importance of failure and trusting your value throughout career ups and downs. Tune in to hear their advice about redefining achievement, developing healthy boundaries with public attention, and moving forward. Find Iskra Lawrence on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and TikTok and find Elle Mills on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and TikTok. This Not Alone episode is sponsored by Sakara. Get 25% off your first order of 100% plant-based, organic ready-to-go meals when you go to Sakara.com/VALERIA or enter code VALERIA at checkout. Sakara. Feed Your Spirit. Not Alone is produced in partnership with FRQNCY Media. Producer: Lizzie Stewart  Associate Producer: Emily Krumberger Supervising Producer: Enna Garkusha  Executive Producer: Michelle Khouri Script written by: Isabel Moncloa Daly   Script editors: Isabel Moncloa Daly and Jessica Olivier Mixer and sound designer: Claire Bidigare-Curtis Session engineering: DonTaé Hodge.  Follow Valeria on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do soulmates really exist? Do we choose our partners or is it fate? Valeria explores this topic with her husband of ten years, Gary Lipovetsky. To Valeria, Gary is more than her spouse. He’s her business partner, her co-parent, and the love of her life. But neither Gary nor Valeria are sure that they’re actually soulmates! Join the conversation to hear this couple’s journey from first kiss to kids, how their upbringings shaped their views on relationships, and how parenthood altered their bond. Find Gary on Instagram. This Not Alone episode is sponsored by Joe Fresh. Get 25% off their entire website spanning apparel, accessories, and footwear when you use the code Valeria25 at checkout. Fresh Style. Fresh Price. Joe Fresh. This Not Alone episode is sponsored by Covergirl. Check out their entire catalog of clean, cruelty-free beauty, including their brand-new color correcting serums, on Amazon. Easy, Breezy, Beautiful. Covergirl. Not Alone is produced in partnership with FRQNCY Media. Producer: Lizzie Stewart  Associate Producer: Emily Krumberger Supervising Producer: Enna Garkusha  Executive Producer: Michelle Khouri Script written by: William Cagle, Ellie Katz, and Sara Naz Jadbabaie  Script editors: Isabel Moncloa Daly and Jessica Olivier Mixer and sound designer: Claire Bidigare-Curtis Session engineering: DonTaé Hodge.  Follow Valeria on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok.   Explicit: N Scheduled?: N Link to FINAL cut:  Midroll (00:00.000): Not Alone is produced in partnership with FRQNCY Media. Producer: Lizzie Stewart  Associate Producer: Emily Krumberger Supervising Producer: Enna Garkusha  Executive Producer: Michelle Khouri Script written by: William Cagle, Ellie Katz, and Sara Naz Jadbabaie  Script editors: Isabel Moncloa Daly and Jessica Olivier Mixer and sound designer: Claire Bidigare-Curtis Session engineering: DonTaé Hodge.  Follow Valeria on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is the difference between sex and sensuality? Do you have trouble getting out of your head and into your body during sex? In this episode, Valeria shares how her relationship to sex has changed over the years. She talks with sex educators, authors, and podcast hosts Shan Boodram and Dr. Emily Nagoski to learn how to deepen her sense of sensuality. Tune in to learn about what we often get wrong about sexual attraction, the brain chemistry behind getting turned on, and how joy and confidence, according to Dr. Nagoski, can create satisfaction in bed. You can find Shan Boodram on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and TikTok, and Dr. Emily Nagoski on Instagram and Twitter. This Not Alone episode is sponsored by Sakara. Get 25% off your first order of 100% plant-based, organic ready-to-go meals when you go to Sakara.com/VALERIA or enter code VALERIA at checkout. Sakara. Feed Your Spirit. Not Alone is produced in partnership with FRQNCY Media. Producer: Lizzie Stewart  Associate Producer: Emily Krumberger Supervising Producer: Enna Garkusha  Executive Producer: Michelle Khouri Script written by: William Cagle, Ellie Katz, and Sara Naz Jadbabaie  Script editors: Isabel Moncloa Daly and Jessica Olivier Mixer and sound designer: Claire Bidigare-Curtis Session engineering: DonTaé Hodge.    Follow Valeria on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you make new friends as an adult? Who can you be your full authentic self around? How do you handle a friendship breakup? And how much work do you have to put into your friendships as an adult? Valeria attempts to tackle these questions with help from female friendship coach and educator, Danielle Bayard Jackson, and her best friend of fourteen years, Mary B. Sharon. While romantic relationships often take priority in our culture, this episode turns the spotlight on the people who help you get through life: your friends! Find Danielle Bayard Jackson on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and TikTok. This Not Alone episode is sponsored by Joe Fresh. Get 25% off their entire website spanning apparel, accessories, and footwear when you use the code Valeria25 at checkout. Fresh Style. Fresh Price. Joe Fresh. Not Alone is produced in partnership with FRQNCY Media. Producer: Lizzie Stewart  Associate Producer: Emily Krumberger Supervising Producer: Enna Garkusha  Executive Producer: Michelle Khouri Script written by: William Cagle, Ellie Katz, and Sara Naz Jadbabaie  Script editors: Isabel Moncloa Daly and Jessica Olivier Mixer and sound designer: Claire Bidigare-Curtis Dialogue editing: Sidney Evans  Session engineering: DonTaé Hodge.   Follow Valeria on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you been feeling uninspired lately, even stuck? In this first episode of Not Alone, Valeria delves into her own struggle to ignite creativity with fashion designer and entrepreneur Jenna Lyons and drama therapist Dr. Russya Connor. Join the conversation to learn about the year Jenna spent on her couch recharging her inspiration after almost three decades at the helm of J Crew, and how play, according to Dr. Connor, can help us all tap into our authentic and imaginative selves. Find Jenna Lyons on Instagram and TikTok, and Dr. Russya Connor on Instagram and Twitter. This Not Alone episode is sponsored by Covergirl. Check out their entire catalog of clean, cruelty-free beauty, including their brand-new color-correcting serums, on Amazon. Easy Breezy Beautiful. Covergirl. Not Alone is produced in partnership with FRQNCY Media. Producer: Lizzie Stewart  Associate Producer: Emily Krumberger Supervising Producer: Enna Garkusha  Executive Producer: Michelle Khouri Script written by: William Cagle, Ellie Katz, and Sara Naz Jadbabaie  Script editors: Isabel Moncloa Daly and Jessica Olivier Mixer and sound designer: Claire Bidigare-Curtis Dialogue editing: Sidney Evans  Session engineering: DonTaé Hodge.  Follow Valeria on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meet Valeria Lipovetsky. She’s a mother of three boys and a former model turned content creator. Valeria provides daily lifestyle, fashion, and family content to her loyal audience of 5M+ women across Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. She shares an authentic view of her daily life as a mother, wife, and entrepreneur, while also sharing valuable fashion advice and wellness tips.  If you’re anything like her, you’re still trying to figure it all out: how to balance motherhood, a partnership, adult friendships, and a successful career. Valeria doesn’t have all the answers, but through conversations with celebrities and wellness professionals, she harvests advice for her own journey of self discovery. Join her, and always remember: you are not alone!  Follow Valeria on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices