solidarity on the bench with katie eu

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

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

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/

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_

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/

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

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

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

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

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