solidarity on the bench with katie eu

after a very long (and unplanned) break from the podcast, I'm back to talk about the feeling of summer stagnation (dare I say, the 'quiet period'?) and what it's like to finally rest without guilt. part ramble and part reflection, this episode is a true snapshot into a 3-year-long recovery journey. find me elsewhere: IG: @katie.eu | newsletter: katieeu.substack.com | links: beacons.ai/katie.eu

let's talk about something we all struggle with: losing friends. as I'm navigating my 20s, I've had a lot of friends come in and out of my life and I'm learning how to cope with losing close friends. in this episode, I talk about how I navigate losing a close friend. I get candid about my mindset and limiting beliefs, concrete actions and phrases I used to seek out support, and how I left college feeling uplifted and included despite everything. this is (kind of) a continuation on my last friendships episode, so go listen to that if you're interested in my take on the definition change of friendships, popularity, and how I found my friends. as always, I hope you feel solidarity on the bench. find me elsewhere: IG: @katie.eu | newsletter: katieeu.substack.com | links: beacons.ai/katie.eu

this episode is based on a popular how to post on my instagram -- how to: romanticize your life. in this episode, I talk about redefining what a 'dream life' is, concrete actions you can take to make the most of your day, and advice on how to live the summer of your dreams. want to hear an unfiltered version of my experience on medication? want more honest check ins? subscribe to this podcast! it also helps me keep this kind of content free! thank you @mgn.ell (IG) for the lovely how to post collab <3 the post: https://www.instagram.com/p/ClRMxtqOYDL/ find me elsewhere: IG: @katie.eu | newsletter: katieeu.substack.com | links: beacons.ai/katie.eu

content warning: this podcast episode is heavier than normal (in terms of topics, brutal honesty, and the sound of my voice). please listen when you have a high capacity and feel free to step away from the episode if/when needed. want to hear an unfiltered version of my experience on medication? want more honest check ins? subscribe to this podcast! it also helps me keep this kind of content free! this episode is a final reflection from my time at college. I talk about the struggle of being a social floater, looking back at april 2022, seeing old figures, and so much more. perhaps one of the most vulnerable episodes to date, this is the true testament to the name 'solidarity on the bench.' find me elsewhere: IG: @katie.eu | newsletter: katieeu.substack.com | links: beacons.ai/katie.eu

let's talk about something all seniors in college go through: the post grad scaries. in this episode, I provide three concrete action steps and three reminders to navigate this time in your life. if you're a college junior going into your senior year, or just need some clarity (or solidarity) about the post-graduate life, this is a good episode for you! as always, I hope you feel solidarity on the bench. want to hear an unfiltered version of my experience on medication? want more honest check ins? subscribe to this podcast! it also helps me keep this kind of content free! find me elsewhere: IG: @katie.eu | newsletter: katieeu.substack.com | links: beacons.ai/katie.eu

let's talk about how to actually create the life you want to live: making it happen. in this episode, I talk about the importance of creating your own fun, being the instigator for experiences you want to have, and the importance of living life how you want to live it. it's easy to get caught up in the expectations of what your life SHOULD look like. trust me, I've been there too. this topic is near to my heart because it's a topic I've been thinking about for a while. as always, I hope you feel solidarity on the bench <3 find me elsewhere: IG: @katie.eu | newsletter: katieeu.substack.com | links: beacons.ai/katie.eu

let's talk about something we all want to achieve: the pinterest-worthy life. in this episode, i'm joined by one of my college friends to hold space for a conversation about intentional living. we talk about annie's weekly scrapbook journal, mottos we live by, and give some advice (as two seniors) on how to make the most of your college experience. find annie: IG: @annelisepalacio find me elsewhere: IG: @katie.eu | newsletter: katieeu.substack.com | links: beacons.ai/katie.eu

in this episode, sophia and I talk about our friendship, how we deal with fights, future plans, how to maintain being long-distance friends, and so much more. this is more of a chatty episode (but still a very special one and worth the listen imo) with inspiration sprinkled throughout. find sophia elsewhere: IG and tiktok: @sophiaecarter | links: linktr.ee/sophiaecarter find me elsewhere: IG: @katie.eu | newsletter: katieeu.substack.com | links: beacons.ai/katie.eu

continuing on my impromptu friendship series, let's talk about how to recognize when to let go of a friendship and how to do so gracefully. in this episode, I talk about signs to look out for when thinking about whether or not you want to continue a friendship, and three different strategies to finally let the person go. if you've been thinking about one of your friends for a while, or you're just unsure how to approach the conversation, this is a good episode for you. if you enjoyed this episode, please consider sharing it with a friend! this helps my podcast grow and reach new audiences! find me elsewhere: IG: @katie.eu | newsletter: katieeu.substack.com | links: beacons.ai/katie.eu

let's talk about 22 life lessons I learned by the age of 22. if I could condense all of my knowledge, years of therapy, trial and error, and sooo much more, these are the 22 pieces of advice I would give to anyone. this episode is potentially the most bang for your buck time wise <3 because we loooove efficiency. if you enjoyed this episode, please consider sharing this with a friend! it helps my podcast grow and reach new audiences! the full script, if you're interested: https://katieeu.substack.com/p/22-things-i-learned-by-22 find me elsewhere: IG: @katie.eu | newsletter: katieeu.substack.com | links: beacons.ai/katie.eu