the matcha diaries

in this (truly, VERY!!) special episode, we had the utmost privilege of interviewing the incredible author and @wordsofwomen founder - lauren martin!! we've talked about her book 'book of moods' and how much we absolutely ADORE it so many times on this podcast and luckily, lauren didn't disappoint by being just as amazing, insightful (and quote filled) as the book itself. we talk about: ​regret & anxiety - always living in the past and future vs in the present​why women overthink so much! ​from being insecure to appreciating our beauty ​female friendships & the societal pressures around them​the desire to 'have it all' & of course, lots and lots of incredible quotes and women! PLEASE follow lauren & buy her incredible book/cards via the links below:​instagram​buy her book! ​buy her incredible new card collection 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 'love in the time of cholera' by gabriel garcía márquez).if you don't have any social media and want to chat (or for advertising opportunities), please email us at: ⁠⁠thematchadiariespod@gmail.com⁠⁠

get cozy and grab your favourite warm drink and join us as we sit down with the incredible Milla for a mythological deep dive you don't want to miss: we explore the origins of the gods in Hesiod’s Theogony and delve into the intriguing world of mythological beings like the hundred-handed Hecatoncheires and the one-eyed Cyclops, unraveling their roles in these ancient narratives. we chat about the rise of Zeus, the stories of Prometheus’s defiance and Pandora’s fateful curiosity. but that's not all— we also highlight more fascinating myths, such as the tragic love stories of Apollo and Hyacinth, and Echo and Narcissus. 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 where we are currently choosing our book of the month!!

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