One of our greatest aspirations in life is to be happy. Being happy sounds so simple, but the process of achieving it can sometimes be extremely challenging. In this episode, Jala describes her journey to happiness over the years. Discussing mental health, negativity, and practicing positivity, she discusses all topics related to this journey.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

When's the last time you answered the question "how are you?" honestly? Because Jala can't remember the last time she did.  Having meaningful conversations is essential for building connections with those around us.  In this episode, Jala unpacks this topic and all that comes with it.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Over the past year, we all have experienced drastic changes in our lives. Many of us during this time, were granted the ability to reflect and evolve as people. But what does this mean? What does "bettering yourself" look like? Change is essential, but discussing the growing pains that come from it is too. In this episode, Jala dives into this topic, describing her own experiences when she chose herself.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jala talks about the power of clothing.  Over the past year, comfort has been prioritized over creativity in Jala's fashion choices. In this episode, Jala discusses this mentality's effect on her while also exploring topics like personal style, the idea of "dressing for success," and more.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Jala has a "girl talk" with her listeners. Examining how the female role models in her life have informed what she knows today, Jala attempts to describe what her womanhood means to her. Discussing sisterhood, the power of no, woman empowerment, and more, Jala is extremely candid about it all.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Jala embodies the nature of her diary. Discussing what her life has been like lately, Jala speaks about topics ranging from her recent lack of creativity, to her worries regarding college, to accepting that not everything will go according to plan.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

A good friend is hard to come by. In this episode, Jala has a conversation with one of her oldest friends, Abby. During this conversation, you will hear these two be incredibly candid about what it takes to foster a long-lasting and healthy friendship. They will discuss one-sided friendships, communication, what they have learned from their past friendships, and how they strive to be good friends every day.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Jala talks about the safe space she finds in books. As Jala describes how reading has changed her life, she simultaneously tries to convince you to put down your phone and pick up a book. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Jala talks about the connection between jealousy, confidence, and positivity. Jala explains how she views jealousy as a distraction from confronting our feelings of inadequacy. She believes that if that negative energy is transformed into positivity, it will help you become confident and inspire you to root for the success of others. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Jala has a conversation with one of the most influential people in her life, her dad. In this conversation, you will hear these two laugh, reminisce, and bounce off one another as they discuss topics related to fatherhood. Sharing stories about his upbringing, experience navigating fatherhood, and more; Jala's dad enlightens us to new perspectives regarding love, integrity, and family.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app