solidarity on the bench with katie eu

navigating mental health recovery can be scary at first, but both rachel and I have found power in labels. in today’s episode, I’m joined with rachel (@rachelc1ark) to talk about our parallel recovery journeys, practices with being present, and concrete actions we recommend for you. [video available on spotify] (0:38) who is rachelc1ark? (1:30) when was the last time you asked for help? (3:16) rachel’s journey with labels and diagnoses (7:13) neurodivergence and mental health (9:16) a piece of advice for your younger self (16:06) connecting with others on social media (28:31) concrete tips: finding a why and getting uncomfortable find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/ find rachel elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/rachelc1ark podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1pfQmllRUDkQSGSFjlJGD1?si=OJWWCFmPQ_2qvtPBPQOF9w&nd=1&dlsi=f5599597b6504b95 youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@rachelc1ark_ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support

in today’s episode, I’m flying solo and talking all things dating, recovery, and self improvement in your 20s. I call this my recorded therapy session. (2:22) not reaching your goals & feeling :/ (7:13) my experience with dating in my 20s (18:09) balancing content creation with life (23:14) why recovery NEEDS to be your life for a bit (27:06) finding your passion in life (30:57) my gratitude list (i cannot count) (36:35) self improvement 101 — my actionable steps --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support

when your mental illness isn’t your whole life anymore, who are you? after struggling for years and posting her journey on instagram through ‘the exposure diaries’ series, ro mitchell might have some answers. in today’s episode, I’m joined with ro (@romitchell) to talk about finding our identities (and personalities!), opportunities we’ve gotten through sharing our story, and a deep dive into ro’s journey with exposure therapy. [video available on spotify] (1:03) who is romitchell? (3:59) 3 tips for overcoming fears (9:00) when your mental health isn’t your whole life anymore… (18:32) graded exposure therapy explained (27:49) finding yourself after recovery (34:43) being open with your mental health online (+ opportunities) find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/ find ro elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/romitchell tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@romitchell threads: https://www.threads.net/@romitchell youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@RoMitchell --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support

with a new tiktok trend popping up every minute (sea moss, red light therapy, oil pulling, etc), how do we know what is actually going to change our life? in today’s episode, I’m joined with cami (@wellbycami) to talk all things andrew huberman, financial literacy 101, and biohacking. *the financial advice given throughout this episode should not be taken in replacement of a financial advisor. please do your own research before investing or opening up accounts. cami and I are both from the US so our financial knowledge is relevant for americans only! [video available on spotify] (1:24) who is wellbycami? (2:48) when was the last time you asked for help? (4:45) ins and outs for 2024 (8:57) financial wellness, step by step (29:32) biohacking tips — to do lists, morning routines, and dopamine hits find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/ find cami elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/wellbycami links: https://hoo.be/camillia budget tracker: currently expired but will update if anything changes --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support

when we are our biggest bullies, how do we view ourselves through a lens of kindness? in today’s episode, I’m joined with mike pridgen (@mikeneedsaplan) to talk about the importance of mindset, how we should celebrate our achievements, and why asking for help shouldn’t be so scary. [video available on spotify] (0:50) who is mikeneedsaplan? (1:47) when was the last time you asked for help? (5:59) why being kind to yourself can be so hard (21:09) actionable step towards implementing that mindset (28:52) why we are our best bullies (36:10) treating yourself like you’re a person you love (46:41) just watch the video :’) find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/ find mike elsewhere: instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeneedsaplan/ the biggest fellas podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCnnQJZYoms&ab_channel=TheBigFellas links: https://linktr.ee/mikepridgen --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support

we can do it all and then some, but should we always strive for that level of hyperproductivity? in today’s episode, I’m joined with dr. noam raiter (@noamraiter) to talk about the trap of productivity, what balance should actually mean, and healthier mindsets around hustle culture. [video available on spotify] (1:09) who is noamraiter? (2:46) when was the last time you asked for help? (4:17) you can do it all, including balancing your life (12:23) unproductive hobbies are actually productive ?! (26:06) stop taking advice from anyone (31:46) “if we aren’t productive, what are we doing?” (36:01) quality over quantity — and gently calling yourself out find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/ find noam elsewhere: instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noamraiter/ You Are Not “Too Busy” Podcast (https://open.spotify.com/show/2JVmIAGS6ZZvZdP3G3s44u?si=8c0651efe95e4e41) links: https://bio.site/noamraiter --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support

trying new things are often discouraged, especially in adults (why ?!). in this solo episode, I dive into how I started running, strategies for reframing the limiting beliefs I held about myself, and an honest conversation about mental health. (5:23) why i decided to start running (21:33) mindset with running (24:21) moving the goalposts (30:14) technical bits and bobs around running find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support

what does slow living and being ‘that girl’ have in common? for one, they’re both spaces in which you need to carve your own path. in today’s episode, i’m joined with nina aguirre (@ugh.niina) to talk about our experiences in the wellness space online, how we decide what new fad to try, and how we adapt popular habits to our lives. [video available on spotify] (1:47) who is ugh.niina? (3:56) when was the last time you asked for help? (6:04) defining wellness in a holistic way (10:50) not getting overwhelmed with new things in the wellness space (18:47) adapting wellness to your life (29:03) navigating guilt from living a slow life (40:27) health and wellness outside of ‘that girl’ products find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/ find nina elsewhere: instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ugh.niina/ ugh instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/ugh.inc/ links: https://linktr.ee/ugh.niina --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support

experiencing creative burnout as a full-time content creator can be frustrating, especially when you have deadlines to follow and bills to pay. in today’s episode, I’m joined with fellow creator m’kenna joe (@mkennajoe) to share our experiences with burnout, actionable steps we’re taking to creatively energize ourselves, and how we’re incorporating creativity in our everyday lives. [video available on spotify] (0:46) who is mkennajoe? (2:26) when was the last time you asked for help? (3:34) being creatively engaged as a content creator (5:22) burnout (diagnosing it, preventing it, and moving through it) (19:43) finding your unique creative voice (22:15) how do you keep creating when engagement on content ebbs and flows? (26:51) the rise of ‘personality’ (authentic) content creators (30:52) prioritizing creativity in a fast-paced world (38:04) finding your creative outlet find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/ find kenna elsewhere: instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mkennajoe tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mkennajoe links (inc youtube): https://linktr.ee/mkennajoe --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support

ever look at content creators and wonder how they do it all? in today’s episode, I’m joined with madeline johnson (@maddsmaxjesty) to talk about the new wave of authenticity online, being a young content creator, and how to get over the fear of posting something vulnerable. [video available on spotify] (0:43) who is maddsmaxjesty? (2:54) when was the last time you asked for help? (5:50) the new phase of ‘authentic’ creators (11:06) separating ‘content’ and ‘life;’ being present (16:14) bringing wellness to the forefront of content (19:33) what happens when your friends/family see your vulnerable social media posts? (29:11) is being a content creator worthwhile? (35:08) expanding into different mediums as a content creator find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/ find madeline elsewhere: instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maddsmaxjesty/ links (podcast, intentional creatives co, youtube): https://linktr.ee/maddsmaxjesty --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support

living in a fast-paced world drowns out voices that really matter, namely our younger self. what would it be like if we honoured their hopes, dreams, and goals? in today’s episode, I’m joined with jenny minney (@jenny.minney) to discuss all things inner child: discovery, healing, childlike joy, and connection. [video available on spotify] (0:45) who is jenny.minney? (2:34) when was the last time you asked for help? (5:12) navigating big transitions (8:25) healing and connecting with your inner child (11:52) using art and play to foster connection; inducing childlike joy (16:33) doing things for fun without attaching goals (21:08) the power of meditation and stillness (26:03) learning who your younger self is find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/ find jenny elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/jenny.minney tiktok: http://tiktok.com/@jennyminney youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2-Fnl_EJvxN7lC423GJoUg links: https://hoo.be/jennyminney --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support

feeling lost and directionless? you’re not alone! in this solo episode, I discuss how I’m getting ‘back on track’ in 2024, a shift in my priorities, and how I’m figuring out the direction of my life for the next few years. (1:17) ‘I am not the person I want to be’ (9:28) structuring a to do list (12:09) loud budgeting and ‘little treats’ (14:46) discipline and scheduling rot time (16:48) clarifying the vision (23:17) what this means moving forward find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/ podcasts I mentioned: so much to say (sophia carter): https://open.spotify.com/show/2s3u6LWssjyvuiEGXIcOXS?si=09b00a8a68fc4d99 75 best for you (cailin’s podcast episode): https://open.spotify.com/episode/4LIGC1kS6OIoQlNyH9Gf02?si=7f16b576503b4bf9 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support

2023 was the year of ‘barbie’ and ‘girlhood’ and community building amongst woman. in today’s episode, I’m joined with bonnie ngai (@bonniengai) to talk about finding and connecting with your people, the feeling of shame when you’re alone, and actionable steps for creating a community for yourself. [video available on spotify] (0:58) who is bonniengai? (2:55) when was the last time you asked for help? (6:46) girlhood: the definition and our experiences (13:26) what connection means in girlhood (19:35) feeling ‘shame’ for not having your people (22:59) place emphasis on platonic > romantic relationships (26:16) actionable steps for creating community (34:48) comparison in friendships (42:12) feeling more ‘mature’ than the people around you find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/ find bonnie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/bonniengai tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bonniengaii/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support

at only 17, andrew has embarked on his own journey of ‘healing’ and shares everything he learns on his instagram ‘healing page.’ in today’s episode, I’m joined with andrew lieux (@healingwithandrew_) to talk about men’s mental health, toxic masculinity, and the recovery space on instagram. (0:41) who is healingwithandrew_ (2:32) when was the last time you asked for help? (4:06) defining ‘healing’ in the mental health space (8:26) brotherhood, masculinity, and men’s mental health (14:31) steps to destigmatizing men’s mental health struggles (20:49) how can we talk to our male friends about mental health? (28:02) why do we have to be sad to go viral? find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/ find andrew elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/healingwithandrew_ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support

as an 18 year old creative with over a million followers on youtube, tiktok, and instagram combined, there can be a lot of external pressures around creating *good* art. in today’s episode, I’m joined with lia hansen (@liahansenn) to talk about navigating imposter syndrome, monetizing creativity, and exploring new mediums without pressure. [video available on spotify] (0:58) who is liahansenn? (3:38) when was the last time you asked for help? (5:45) concert photography (7:29) monetizing creative hobbies (13:55) imposter syndrome and failing publicly (22:40) the 4 p’s of imposter syndrome (32:56) how do you reassure yourself that you’re where you’re supposed to be? find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu/ podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod/ links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/ find lia elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/liahansenn/ photography instagram: http://instagram.com/liahansenphoto/ youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@liahansen/ tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@liahansen/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support

from couch to runner, megan completed two 50k races in 2023 -- the same year she started running. in today’s episode, I’m joined with megan eldredge (@miles.with.megan) to talk about mindset and discipline when it comes to exercise, specifically running. [video available on spotify] (0:48) who is miles.with.megan? (2:36) when was the last time you asked for help? (7:23) discipline vs motivation vs consistency (12:17) one piece of advice for new runners (16:51) mindset and running (18:19) the importance of rest (23:36) finding the right exercise for you (31:51) misconceptions find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu/ podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod/ links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/ find megan elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/miles.with.megan/ podcast: just another mile --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support

when you gain hundreds of thousands of followers in a few months, how do you navigate this new jump in popularity? in today's episode, I'm joined by alexis williams (@llexliftz) to talk about content creation, mental health as an influencer, and the importance of boundaries. [video available on spotify] agenda: (1:31) who is llexliftz? (4:27) when was the last time you asked for help? (11:00) showing up online even when you feel your worst (17:20) digital boundaries (22:36) parasocial relationships (25:44) not doing content creation as a full-time job (34:31) the buff unicorn backstory (37:48) how lex got sponsored by gymshark (40:15) reflecting on 1 year of social media find katie elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu/ podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/ find alexis elsewhere: instagram: http://instagram.com/llexliftz/ podcast: IRL with Lex youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@llexliftz/ support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support

in this episode, I take my own advice about the power of failing publicly. I talk through my hopes for the rebrand, some of my nervous thoughts, and imposter syndrome. “i’m proud of myself for finally admitting to myself that i care [about this podcast]. so here is me showing up.” say goodbye to the iconic podcast art because solidarity on the bench (nicknamed 'solidarity') is getting a face lift for 2024! new content starting january 2nd, 2024. (0:59) imposter syndrome (3:58) the 2024 rebrand (10:27) starting before I feel ready (12:22) something has to give… find me elsewhere: IG: http://instagram.com/katie.eu newsletter (not for long... but find past editions here): http://katieeu.substack.com/ links: https://beacons.ai/katie.eu --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support

in this episode, I talk about the new 'era' of my life coined by my therapist as 'discipline december.' I've been struggling with behaviour change and I'm challenging myself to take 30 days and really get it together. (5:32) what is discipline december? (12:17) what is discipline in the context of wellness? (22:13) concrete and actionable steps (28:23) how to implement new habits find me elsewhere: IG: http://instagram.com/katie.eu newsletter: http://katieeu.substack.com/ all links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support

in a new mini-series, follow along as I settle into a new city. let's talk about the "luck" that goes into thriving in a new city and why I think that mindset is bs. I elaborate more on the importance of being alone, how to deepen connections with others, and my experience with all of this given my fresh move abroad. find me elswhere: instagram: instagram.com/katie.eu newsletter: katieeu.substack.com links: beacons.ai/katie.eu --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/katie-eu/support