Life Notes

Megan Marie
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Life Notes is a voice-note–style podcast for thoughtful people in the middle of figuring things out about themselves, their relationships, and what really matters. Hosted by Megan Marie, Life Notes offers short, honest reflections that feel more like a voice memo to a friend than a performance. These are the things that don’t make it to Instagram. The unfiltered thoughts, soft questions, and little bits of clarity that show up while brushing your teeth, walking to the coffee shop, or sitting in the sun. It’s for the ones who feel deeply, who overthink everything, who are learning to trust themselves again. For the ones outgrowing old versions of themselves and soft-launching new ones. For anyone craving a moment of quiet honesty in a loud world. There’s no theme music or polished advice. It's just a place to slow down and listen in. Always raw and always real.

  1. #19 How to Know When a Relationship Is or Isn't the Right One For You

    HACE 1 DÍA

    #19 How to Know When a Relationship Is or Isn't the Right One For You

    In this episode, I talk about one of the hardest questions we can face in our lives: how do you know when a relationship isn’t the right one for you anymore? These are some of the hardest, but also most important decisions we make. It's about choosing ourselves, following our hearts, and doing hard things even when they are right. I explore the difference between deciding if a relationship is right versus deciding when to leave, and why making that choice often comes from looking deeply at yourself. I share thoughts on how to process big relationship decisions, how to listen to your intuition, and why imagination can be such a powerful tool when you're trying to understand your future. We also talk about the importance of noticing when you’re losing pieces of yourself in a relationship and how your body and health can sometimes reveal truths your mind hasn’t fully admitted yet. This episode isn’t so much about breakups or judging relationships. It’s about curiosity, courage, and giving yourself permission to look closely at your life so you can choose what is truly best for you.   In this episode, I talk about: • Why deciding if a relationship is right is different from deciding when to leave • Ways to process difficult relationship decisions • Why bringing friends and family into relationship struggles can sometimes complicate clarity • How sacrificing parts of yourself can be an important sign to pay attention to • The ways emotional stress in relationships can show up physically in your health • Using imagination to explore your future and understand what your life could look like • How imagining both staying and leaving can reveal important emotional signals • Why both staying and leaving require courage and deep self-honesty Sponsored by: Integrative Counseling with Megan If this episode resonates with you and you’re navigating a big relationship decision, you don’t have to figure it all out alone. In my integrative counseling practice, I work with people who are processing relationship questions, life transitions, identity shifts, intimacy struggles, and the complicated emotions that come with them. Together we slow things down, untangle what you’re feeling, and create space for you to understand your own truth more clearly. Sometimes the hardest part of a decision isn’t the decision itself, but it’s having a safe place to talk through everything honestly. If you’re wanting that kind of support, you can reach out through my website or social channels to learn more about working together. Connect: You can follow me on my Instagram @iammeganmarieee For more writing and my Sunday Newsletter join my Substack Life Notes on Instagram My Intimate Product Line

    33 min
  2. #18 What Solo Travel Can Teach You About You

    4 MAR

    #18 What Solo Travel Can Teach You About You

    In this episode, I reflect back on my 8 week solo trip to Europe and how travel can teach us about ourselves. Why it felt less like a vacation and more like necessary medicine for my life. How traveling alone helped me reconnect with parts of myself I felt disconnected from. I share how solo travel can be a fast track for self-discovery, self-respect, and actually doing the things you say you want to do “someday.”   In this episode: Why my two-month Europe trip felt essential for my growth, not like running away The difference between enjoying alone time and traveling solo How traveling alone creates space to hear your intuition again The confidence that comes from doing the things you’ve always dreamed of Why your trip doesn’t have to be extreme, long, or far away to change you What to consider emotionally if you’re afraid of loneliness or feeling untethered Sponsored by Integrative Counseling + Coaching If this episode makes you feel that pull toward something bigger and bold, a trip, a reset, a new chapter, or simply wanting to feel more connected to yourself. I’d love to support you inside my counseling and coaching work. In my integrative approach, we work on: Rebuilding trust in yourself and your intuition Understanding what your life is asking you to pay attention to Creating space for self-discovery, clarity, and emotional regulation Navigating transitions, restlessness, or the feeling of being “lost” Exploring desire- travel desire, relational desire, sexual desire, life desire—and what it’s pointing you toward This work is deeply personal, grounding, and centered on what you want next in your life. If you’re craving support, guidance, or a space to finally talk through what you’re feeling, you can reach out through my website, Instagram, or Substack to learn more about sessions. Connect: You can follow me on my Instagram @iammeganmarieee For more writing and my Sunday Newsletter join my Substack Life Notes on Instagram My Intimate Product Line

    24 min
  3. #17 How to Recognize The Difference Between Obligation Sex, Generosity, and What is For You

    25 FEB

    #17 How to Recognize The Difference Between Obligation Sex, Generosity, and What is For You

    In this episode, I’m answering a listener question: How do you tell the difference between sex that’s coming from true generosity and sex that’s actually coming from feelings of obligation, people-pleasing, or self-abandonment? I talk about why it’s normal to question this (especially in long-term relationships), and why the first step is to have grace for yourself. Then you can begin noticing where you’re not being completely honest with yourself. I also discuss how stress, resentment, emotional disconnection, and unspoken needs can quietly show up as “low desire” or obligation sex, when the deeper story is that something inside you needs to be heard. We get into how to check in with your body, what to ask yourself, and how to start gentle, real conversations with your partner. This is a reminder that you and your sexuality are allowed to evolve and you don’t need to shame yourself for where you’ve been. In this episode: The difference between generosity and obligation in your sex life How to notice when you’re saying “yes” while your body is saying “I’m not sure” Why changing your mind about what you like (or don’t like) isn't a problem How emotional stress, feeling unseen, or over-responsible can look like low desire Ways to start an honest conversation with your partner about what you actually want Why “we’re sexually incompatible” is sometimes really a communication and self-trust issue Sponsored by: If this episode touches something tender for you....maybe you’re realizing you’ve been saying yes when you didn’t fully want to or you feel stuck in obligation and don’t know how to talk about it...I’d love to support you more deeply. In my integrative counseling + coaching, we can: Map out your desires, limits, and curiosities in a way that feels safe Untangle obligation from generosity so you can choose from self-respect, not pressure Decide how you can have this conversation with your partner Explore how stress, health, history, and self-esteem are affecting your intimate life If you’re interested in working together, you can reach out through email or Instagram and we’ll figure out what kind of support and session structure feels right for you. Connect: You can follow me on my Instagram @iammeganmarieee For more writing and my Sunday Newsletter join my Substack Life Notes on Instagram My Intimate Product Line   → Submit your question for a future episode via Instagram @iammeganmarieee …just DM me

    23 min
  4. #16 I'm Explaining My Health Routine and A Little History

    18 FEB

    #16 I'm Explaining My Health Routine and A Little History

    In this episode, I'm walking through what my health routine actually looks like right now. I share a bit of my backstory and health history from growing up around home-cooked food, later dealing with psoriasis, thyroid cancer, and other health issues.  I talk about: How I structure sleep and slow mornings to support my nervous system The kinds of movement I focus on ( How I actually eat day-to-day The handful of supplements I consistently come back to My evening rituals that help me unwind and sleep deeply If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by wellness advice and craving something simpler and more sustainable, this one’s for you.   Sponsorship If this episode has you thinking about your own health routines and how they connect to the rest of your life, your energy, mood, relationships, and intimacy, that’s exactly the kind of work I do in my counseling practice. I offer integrative counseling that weaves together mental and emotional health, nervous system support, sexuality, relationships, and nutrition. Sometimes we’re talking about communication and shame. Sometimes we’re gently untangling stress, burnout, and body image. And sometimes we’re looking at very practical things like sleep, food, and routines so you actually feel supported in your everyday life. If you’re wanting a grounded, non-judgmental space to figure some of this out with someone who understands both the emotional and physical sides of health, you can learn more about working with me through the links in the show notes or by reaching out directly. I’d love to explore whether we’re a good fit. Connect: You can follow me on my Instagram @iammeganmarieee For more writing and my Sunday Newsletter join my Substack Life Notes on Instagram My Intimate Product Line

    42 min
  5. Ep. 15 You Have to Be the First to Believe in Your Vision

    11 FEB

    Ep. 15 You Have to Be the First to Believe in Your Vision

    In this episode, I’m talking about vision, self-trust, and what it  means to keep going when you’re the only one who can see where you’re headed. The heart of the episode is this idea that when you’re building something new (a business, a body of work, a creative project, a different version of your life), there might not be anyone else who fully gets it. I share why you have to be the first one to believe in your vision, and how to show your vision love the same way you would a person, a relationship, or a plant you want to see thrive. We talk about living as if your vision is already true, making small daily progress that add up, and learning to love solitude so your ideas have space to grow. If you’ve been feeling a little lonely in your work, misunderstood by people around you, or unsure if what you’re doing even matters, this one is for you. What you’ll hear in this episode: My messy content-brainstorming process (and why “don’t hesitate, create” is kind of my motto) Seasonal mood decline and how I lean in  How analog hobbies help me stay grounded while I’m building big things How your vision often won’t make sense to anyone else at the beginning and why that’s actually a good sign What it means to live your vision  The power of small, visual daily progress and how it keeps you motivated Learning to love solitude when so much of your creative work happens alone Keeping your ideas close to your heart and protecting early-stage visions from unnecessary criticism The thing I wish someone had told me in high school about trusting my own ideas Sponsored by Common Confidential: This episode is sponsored by Common Confidential, my analog intimacy brand designed to help you create more intentional connected moments with the person you love. If you’re planning for Valentine’s Day (or honestly just want to make a regular night feel special),  build an evening that actually feels good to be in. Our bestselling Massage Butter is organic, oil-based, edible, full-body safe, fragrance free, and comes in a luxurious glass jar that makes slowing down and connecting feel natural. Plan your night around presence: music, soft lighting, chocolate, maybe champagne, and a massage that says, “I choose us on purpose.” You can find all of your evening essentials at commonconfidential.com and use the code CUPID for 15% off your order. Connect: You can follow me on my Instagram @iammeganmarieee For more writing and my Sunday Newsletter join my Substack Life Notes on Instagram My Intimate Product Line

    29 min
  6. Ep. 14 Curiosity is One of Your Greatest Tools

    4 FEB

    Ep. 14 Curiosity is One of Your Greatest Tools

    In this episode of Life Notes, I share a little of deeply personal changes happening for me and why I’m feeling proud, emotional, and really aware of how far things have come. From there, we move into a theme that’s been circling my mind a lot lately: curiosity. I talk about curiosity not just as a cute, childlike trait, but as one of the most powerful tools we have as adults—for self-growth, relationships, conflict, and emotional resilience. We explore how curiosity helps you become less judgmental, more open-minded, and more tolerant, and how it can soften defensiveness in hard conversations. I also share practical ways to practice curiosity—on your own, with strangers, with kids, and especially with your partner when conflict comes up. If you’ve been wanting to react less, understand more, and navigate hard things with a little more grace and softness, this episode will give you a lens to do that.   What you’ll learn in this episode: Why curiosity is more than a personality trait—and how it can be a core tool for growth How curiosity weaves into open-mindedness, tolerance, and being less judgmental Ways to bring curiosity into your relationship, especially during conflict How asking better questions can lead to deeper intimacy and clearer decisions Simple practices to build your “curiosity muscle” in everyday life Why you don’t have to be perfectly curious—you just have to be willing to practice   Sponsored by Common Confidential This episode is sponsored by Common Confidential. Curiosity can also be about what actually feels good in your body. Curiosity about your partner beyond routine. Curiosity about what intimacy could look like if it felt less performative and more honest. Our organic Massage Butter, part of our intimate essentials collection are designed to invite you into slower, more present moments—where you can ask, What do I want? What do we want? What feels good right now? If you want tactile, analog tools to explore your connection with more softness and curiosity, you can find them at commonconfidential.com.   Connect: You can follow me on my Instagram @iammeganmarieee For more writing and my Sunday Newsletter join my Substack Life Notes on Instagram My Intimate Product Line

    25 min
  7. Ep. 13 Analog aș a Frequency to Live By

    28 ENE

    Ep. 13 Analog aș a Frequency to Live By

    In this episode of Life Notes, I talk about how analog has been showing up as a theme in everything right now, even in how I thinking about relationships and intimacy. This isn’t about going off the grid (not that I'm opposed), or buying record players, or rejecting modern life, it’s about choosing a different way of existing. I explore analog not just as a nostalgic aesthetic, but as a frequency…a way of being that’s slower, more intentional, and peaceful. You'll hear about how the idea of analog has been inspiring my work and why I believe analog living is one of the most underrated tools for nervous system regulation.  If you’re craving more stillness, clarity, and simplicity this year, this episode is for you.   What you’ll learn in this episode: Why analog isn’t just the products we buy, it’s a frequency How to make small lifestyle shifts to feel more connected The link between analog living and nervous system health How I created an analog intimacy brand in a digital world A sensory-based practice to return to the present moment Sponsored by Common Confidential This episode is sponsored by Common Confidential — a brand I built for analog intimacy in a digital world. Our organic massage butter and intimate lifestyle products are designed to help you slow down and reconnect. Think of them as tools for presence, not performance. Explore all products at commonconfidential.com   This episode is supported by my integrative coaching work. If you’re standing at a crossroads—considering a hard choice, navigating change, or trying to trust yourself through uncertainty—you don’t have to do it alone. Having an unbiased, grounded person to help you process, reflect, and move forward can make all the difference. Learn more about coaching or reach out directly with your questions.  Connect: You can follow me on my Instagram @iammeganmarieee For more writing and my Sunday Newsletter join my Substack Life Notes on Instagram My Intimate Product Line

    42 min
  8. Ep. 12 What if Choosing Hard Things Led to the Most Beautiful Things In Your Life?

    21 ENE

    Ep. 12 What if Choosing Hard Things Led to the Most Beautiful Things In Your Life?

    Lately, I’ve been in a reflective season—quiet mornings, clarity work, shedding what no longer fits, and asking myself some honest questions about where I’m headed next. In this episode, I explore a theme that keeps coming up for me again and again: choosing hard things. Not the kind of hard that causes harm or keeps us stuck, but the kind that asks us to be intentional. The kind that leads to growth, integrity, and a deeper understanding of ourselves and how we relate to the people around us. I talk about the difference between staying where it’s easy versus choosing a path that stretches you. How comfort can slowly numb us to possibility. How many of us stay in jobs, relationships, or versions of ourselves simply because leaving feels overwhelming, even when we know there’s more waiting for us. This episode is about dreams, risk, and determination. About the courage it takes to choose discomfort in service of a life that feels aligned, meaningful, and alive. And about trusting that the hardest paths often lead to the most beautiful places. Even when we can’t fully see what’s on the other side yet. If you’ve been feeling stuck, restless, or quietly aware that there’s a different version of your life calling you forward, this episode is for you.   What You’ll Learn: Why the “easy path” often keeps us stuck How choosing hard things builds resilience, clarity, and self-trust The difference between enduring hardship and intentionally choosing growth Why dreams are signals, not accidents How to approach difficult seasons with purpose instead of avoidance Sponsor & Support: This episode is supported by my integrative coaching work. If you’re standing at a crossroads—considering a hard choice, navigating change, or trying to trust yourself through uncertainty—you don’t have to do it alone. Having an unbiased, grounded person to help you process, reflect, and move forward can make all the difference. Learn more about coaching or reach out directly with your questions.  Connect: You can follow me on my Instagram @iammeganmarieee For more writing and thoughts you can also follow my Substack Life Notes on Instagram My Intimate Product Line

    27 min
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Life Notes is a voice-note–style podcast for thoughtful people in the middle of figuring things out about themselves, their relationships, and what really matters. Hosted by Megan Marie, Life Notes offers short, honest reflections that feel more like a voice memo to a friend than a performance. These are the things that don’t make it to Instagram. The unfiltered thoughts, soft questions, and little bits of clarity that show up while brushing your teeth, walking to the coffee shop, or sitting in the sun. It’s for the ones who feel deeply, who overthink everything, who are learning to trust themselves again. For the ones outgrowing old versions of themselves and soft-launching new ones. For anyone craving a moment of quiet honesty in a loud world. There’s no theme music or polished advice. It's just a place to slow down and listen in. Always raw and always real.

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  • Creador
    Megan Marie
  • Años de actividad
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodios
    19
  • Clasificación
    Explícito
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