In this engaging discussion, Leo shares her insights after a month-long social media detox aimed at understanding its effects on her brain. She reflects on what she missed versus what she didn’t during her break. The conversation dives into the evolving landscape of influencers and content creation, emphasizing the importance of genuine connections and mindful engagement. Listeners' responses to social media habits and detox experiences enrich the dialogue, highlighting a collective desire for healthier online consumption.

We're reunited in this SPECIAL VIDEO episode where we asked you guys to ask us some questions. Some of the things we discussed: How to approach people / make friends How Leo and I maintain our long distance friendship a JUICY question of what we like least about each other If we had to choose a song to be in our life playlist, what would it be Let us know if you enjoy the video episodes and we can start doing this more hehehehe Follow us on instagram (⁠⁠⁠@the.matcha.diaries⁠⁠⁠) to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes, and share any of your thoughts! Also, if you want to join our book club... you can join us ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠! We're currently reading Truly, Devious by Maureen Johnson.

we're back together in this cosy morning episode where I (cara) finally gets to share some exciting news about a massive life change (aka I am officially a London girly now) EEP!! leo also shares some recent thoughts of what changes her and marco might have in the future hehe. we end the episode reflecting on the movie 'inside out 2' that we both watched hehe! we defo recommend Follow us on instagram (⁠⁠@the.matcha.diaries⁠⁠) to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes, and share any of your thoughts! Also, if you want to join our book club... you can join us ⁠⁠here⁠⁠!

in part two of our special episode with Zoe we discuss the following: how to learn to be okay with feeling lonely / being alone going to therapy -  portraying your true self to your therapist  our personal reflections about going to therapy - what we’ve learnt what we like and dislike zoe shares the poems she wrote, what they mean to her, and the story behind each poem to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do follow us on ⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠, ⁠⁠tiktok⁠⁠ or subscribe to us on youtube ⁠⁠here⁠⁠! ☕ also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ !

welcome to the digital detox diary entry #6... ONE MONTH without social media to test my brain & see what happens ... JOIN ME! books i mention (READ THEM): <3 emily wilde's encyclopaedia of faeries by heather fawcett heartless hunter by kristen ciccarelli ⁠ from blood and ash by jennifer armentrout a kiss of iron by clare sager once upon a broken heart by stephanie garber the bridge kingdom by danielle l. jensen daily journal prompts: how did i feel today? how did i spend my time? what inspired me today? what am i grateful for? p.s. sorry i got too close to the mic at some points, i was clearly a little overeager, hope it's not too annoying ahhh if you want to join the challenge or just want to chat, please leave a comment or email us at: ⁠⁠⁠thematchadiariespod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do follow us on ⁠instagram⁠, ⁠tiktok⁠ or subscribe to us on youtube ⁠here⁠! ☕ also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us ⁠here⁠ current book of the month is 'truly devious' by maureen johnson).

we're back together in this special episode as we welcome back our friend zoe for a heart-to-heart about life after a breakup and experiences of loneliness 💖  zoe shares how other relationship with loneliness has transformed, and also opens up about her recent breakup and shares her tips on setting those important boundaries. zoe also had some beautiful insights on how embracing loneliness has helped her reconnect with her past self. we also answer one of your advice questions! now go grab your favorite cup of tea, get comfy, and join us for some girl talk that’s all about healing, growth, and self love. PLEASE check out zoe's iconicccc style here on her ⁠⁠ig⁠⁠, or her wonderful writing on her ⁠⁠blog⁠⁠! Follow us on instagram (⁠⁠@the.matcha.diaries⁠⁠) to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes, and share any of your thoughts! Also, if you want to join our book club... you can join us ⁠⁠here⁠⁠!

Join the host on a 10-day social media detox journey, exploring psychological effects of comparison on social media. Dive into scientific theories like cognitive dissonance and self-discrepancy, and discover strategies for healthier social media use. Share your thoughts and join the challenge!

welcome to the digital detox diary entry #4... 10 days without social media to test my brain & see what happens ... JOIN ME! daily journal prompts: how did i feel today? how did i spend my time? what inspired me today? what am i grateful for? if you want to join the challenge or just want to chat, please email us at: ⁠⁠⁠thematchadiariespod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do follow us on ⁠instagram⁠, ⁠tiktok⁠ or subscribe to us on youtube ⁠here⁠! ☕ also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us ⁠here⁠ current book of the month is 'funny story' by emily henry). logo credit: @french75studio

welcome to the digital detox diary entry #3... 10 days without social media to test my brain & see what happens ... JOIN ME! <3 daily journal prompts: how did i feel today? how did i spend my time? what inspired me today? what am i grateful for? if you want to join the challenge or just want to chat, please email us at: ⁠⁠⁠thematchadiariespod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do follow us on ⁠instagram⁠, ⁠tiktok⁠ or subscribe to us on youtube ⁠here⁠! ☕ also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us ⁠here⁠ current book of the month is 'funny story' by emily henry). logo credit: @french75studio

welcome to the digital detox diary entry #2... 10 days without social media to test my brain & see what happens ... JOIN ME! daily journal prompts: how did i feel today? how did i spend my time? what inspired me today? what am i grateful for? if you want to join the challenge or just want to chat, please email us at: ⁠⁠⁠thematchadiariespod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do follow us on ⁠instagram⁠, ⁠tiktok⁠ or subscribe to us on youtube ⁠here⁠! ☕ also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us ⁠here⁠ current book of the month is 'funny story' by emily henry). logo credit: @french75studio