Student to Thinker Podcast

Maya Berinde
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The Student to Thinker Podcast is (surprise) all about turning students into thinkers. In each episode, your host Maya discusses practical ways to become more reflective, creative, and curious to become the best version of yourself.

  1. APR 1

    trying new things

    In today’s episode, Maya talks about the four new things she's tried this year, so far. Sometimes it's worth fracturing consistency to gain new experiences and keep an open mind. Reflection Questions: Have you tried anything new this year?What new thing have you always wanted try, and what are you going to do about it?

    10 min

  2. MAR 1

    doomscrolling & overconsumption

    In today's episode, Maya talks about doomscrolling and her reduced attention span as a result of overconsumption of short form content. She discusses how she's shifted her mindset on scrolling by practicing "mindful scrolling" and her thoughts on Internet trends like 'dopamine menus' and 'analog bags'. She also mentions her personal time limits on social media apps and the power of observing your doomscrolling behaviours. Reflection Questions: What social media platforms do you scroll on the most? Do you feel that they serve different purposes?What’s your favourite screen-free activity?

    14 min

  3. JAN 31

    my 2026 new year's resolutions

    Episode Description: In today’s episode, Maya talks about how she reflects on her 2025 and the goals she's set for 2026. Her goals cover topics like fitness and health, skills to improve, things to learn, personal projects to pursue, and academics. Listen in for inspiration on how to reflect on your 2025 and set goals for an amazing 2026. Reflection Questions: What are your top goals for 2026?What were your favourite moments of 2025?UnJaded Jade’s New Year’s Resolutions Template: https://conscious-pangolin-61f.notion.site/2023-Goals-and-Reflections-Template-b779a81ec8b14ff795570f6cc1f975a0 UnJaded Jade's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UnJadedJade

    18 min

  4. 07/14/2025

    my running journey

    ☀️ Description: Maya discusses her running journey starting from her childhood all the way to the present day. Tune in to listen to her running stories, inspirations, and goals. 💭 Reflection questions: What are your thoughts on running? Do you love it? Do you hate it? Why? 🎦 My favourite YouTuber: Linda Sun 🏃‍♀️ Running app I use to track my runs: Runna ​available on iOS and Android🎧 Earbuds I use while running: Shokz (black)

    19 min

  5. 01/20/2025

    is slow living possible as a uni student?

    About: In this episode, Maya discusses the slow living lifestyle and if it is possible to adapt it to the busy schedule of a uni student. She also discusses how she implements slow living in her personal life as well as her New Year’s resolutions for 2025. Reflection Questions: (1) What are your thoughts on slow living? Is it something you would implement in your life? (2) If you like the notion of slow living, how do you/would you implement it in your life? If you don’t like the notion of slow living, what other lifestyle speaks to you? Mentions: “the Toxic Side of slow living” - Madisun Gray: https://youtu.be/7AS0DJXiZU8?si=95mHb9QbUmuyepRJ Instagram: @student2thinker Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/124343395-maya

    20 min

  6. 02/06/2024

    artists, albums, and playlists (ft. Vaasavi K)

    In this episode, Maya is joined by her very first guest, university student Vaasavi K! Together, they discuss artists, albums and playlists by reviewing their Spotify Wrapped from 2023 and talking about their favourite music. Student to Thinker Podcast Instagram: @student2thinker https://www.instagram.com/student2thinker/ Vaasavi's Socials Instagram: @vaasavi.k ⁠https://www.instagram.com/vaasavi.k/⁠ Spotify: vaasavi k https://open.spotify.com/user/jf00a25it9laytc6wn7zqeww0?si=uRZ-ZpzYRmWYXtbJOscrPg⁠

    32 min

  7. 01/01/2024

    pov: ur a first year engineering student

    In this episode, Maya talks about her first semester at university as an engineering student; the changes she went through and the lessons she learned from her experiences. Honourable mentions in today's episode: Anki (flashcard system to use for spaced repetition) Jun Yuh's Instagram: @jun_yuh Student to Thinker's Instagram: @student2thinker

    16 min

  8. 08/23/2023

    Book Club Part 1 (ft. "How to Win Friends and Influence People")

    As an avid reader, Maya wanted to share her thoughts on her most recent non-fiction read How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie. In this episode, she talks about her overall opinion about the book, but more importantly her 6 main takeaways and how she realistically applies them to her everyday life and conversations. Remember to send Maya a DM on Instagram @student2thinker about the one takeaway that you’ll attempt to apply to your own life for one week.

    18 min
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The Student to Thinker Podcast is (surprise) all about turning students into thinkers. In each episode, your host Maya discusses practical ways to become more reflective, creative, and curious to become the best version of yourself.

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