The Affinity Journals

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The Affinity Journals podcast, a place where we delve into the depths of human experiences and explore topics that matter. I'm your host Alyza Garrett and I am so thrilled to have you here. Through this platform, I aim to create numerous opportunities for connection, where we can share stories, experiences, and more. We'll explore topics such as photography, poetry, spirituality, personal growth, and even a touch of neurospicy fun. I hope you find the atmosphere enjoyable and worth your time. Thank you for being here! ✨🌱

  1. 07/11/2025

    Love Shouldn’t Be Blind — It Should See Every Angle

    In this episode, I’m challenging one of the oldest love clichés: the idea that love should be blind. I don’t believe that. In fact, I believe the opposite. Love — real, honest, soul-deep love — should see everything. It should see the shadows, the patterns, the imperfections, the neurodivergence, the grief, the healing, the awkward, the divine. Love should witness us in our wholeness… not just the curated, easy-to-hold parts. I share my thoughts on why being fully seen is one of the greatest acts of love — in partnership, in friendship, in community, and in how we love ourselves. This episode is both a reflection and a reclamation. Because I don’t want love that turns away. I want love that stays. That looks directly at what’s hard to hold, and says: “I see you. I’m still here.” If you’ve ever felt unseen, misunderstood, or mistaken for too much — this one’s for you. 💛

  2. 07/04/2025

    Hii, let's chat Maine Book & Print Fest 2025

    This week, I talk about an upcoming event I’m so excited to be part of — The Maine Book & Print Fest this September — and how I’ll be using it as a space to gather and honor stories from the community in a really tender way. I’ll have a special interactive booth where folks can write love letters to their future selves, share grief and gratitude reflections, or simply show up and be witnessed. Some of those stories will be shared in future podcast episodes through a new series called “Stories That Shape Us.” I can’t wait to hold space for the voices and truths that find their way to me that weekend. This episode is about evolution, alignment, and the fire that keeps it all going. Come sit with me. 💛

  3. 06/06/2025

    The Anatomy Of Trust

    In this episode, I explore the anatomy of trust—not as something I've mastered, but as a path I'm still walking. I open up about my ongoing journey of learning to trust my own body, mind, and spirit after years of second-guessing. It’s a tender conversation about what it means to keep coming back to yourself, one moment at a time. ✨

  4. 05/23/2025

    Resilience Through Adversity

    In this episode, I return to a conversation that lives in my bones—resilience through adversity. I speak from the heart about my own grief journey, the heaviness that comes with deep loss, and the unexpected places where hope still blooms. This isn’t a conversation about "moving on." It’s about what it means to move with—with the weight, with the ache, with the love that remains. I share what I’ve learned about the quiet power of getting back up, the courage it takes to feel deeply, and the sacred strength we hold when life asks more of us than we ever thought we could give. Whether you're in the thick of something hard or standing on the other side of it, I hope this episode reminds you: you are not alone, and you are more resilient than you know. ✨

  5. 05/16/2025

    From Shadows to Strength: Rickita’s Journey Through Addiction and Recovery

    Content note: This episode includes discussion of substance use and addiction. Okay y'all, come get settled in for this one -it's a long, but gooood episode. I sit down with Rickita, a courageous woman who opens up about her journey into addiction, the challenges she faced in recovery, and the quiet strength she carries today. With raw honesty and gentle reflection, she shares what led her down a dark path, what helped her begin to heal, and how she’s continuing to rebuild a life rooted in hope. This conversation is a reminder that recovery is not a straight line—and that even the smallest glimpses of light matter.

  6. 05/09/2025

    This One Hit Different 🌙

    In this episode, I reflect on one of my favorite poems by Mike Posner—‘don’t ask the sun to shine more like the moon’. It’s a piece that’s stayed with me, quietly reminding me what it means to accept myself exactly as I am. I talk about how these words have helped shift my perspective on self-love, identity, and honoring my own light—without trying to dim it or change its shape for anyone else.

    This One Hit Different 🌙

  7. 05/02/2025

    Rooted in Love, Growing Forward 🌱

    In this heart-centered episode, Alyza reflects on the power of love as a generational force. She explores how we can intentionally nurture love within and around the younger generations—those shaping the future with their diversity, brilliance, and bold authenticity. Through personal insight and soulful reflection, Alyza celebrates the beauty of these new waves of humans and the importance of modeling compassion, curiosity, and care in a world that so deeply needs it. Because when love is planted, it grows. 🌱

  8. 04/25/2025

    Finding The Balance ✨

    This episode is a reflection on something I’ve been working through myself—how to stay informed about the world without letting it completely take over my thoughts or my energy. It’s a weird tension to hold, wanting to care deeply while also needing to protect your peace. I talk a bit about what’s helped me set boundaries with the news and social media, and how I’m learning to listen to my body when it says, “that’s enough for today.” If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed but still want to stay engaged in a meaningful way, I hope this conversation feels grounding and honest.

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The Affinity Journals podcast, a place where we delve into the depths of human experiences and explore topics that matter. I'm your host Alyza Garrett and I am so thrilled to have you here. Through this platform, I aim to create numerous opportunities for connection, where we can share stories, experiences, and more. We'll explore topics such as photography, poetry, spirituality, personal growth, and even a touch of neurospicy fun. I hope you find the atmosphere enjoyable and worth your time. Thank you for being here! ✨🌱

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  • Creator
    Affinity Fire Studios LLC & Free Prince Studios
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Affinity Fire Studios LLC & Free Prince Studios
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    The Affinity Journals