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Send us a textAre you smart?Growing up in the Silicon Valley, I was taught that being smart meant getting good grades and having a prestigious job. After moving to Israel, my view on intelligence changed completely. I learned that real-life skills, like fixing a tire or handling paperwork, can be more valuable than just academic success. Now at 23, I know many successful people who

Send us a textToday, I’m spilling the tea on my wild journey with hair straightening and how I eventually fell head over heels for my natural curls. My story starts with a middle school moment when some kid complained about my big hair blocking the board. Yeah, that was a turning point—I got my hair permanently straightened, and it wasn’t the last time either. Fast forward to

Send us a textI’m so tired. Not even physically, I just don’t have the effort to really do anything. I feel like mashed potatoes. Do I have the right to feel like this? I don’t know. What does that even mean though? It’s a free country, no? Whatever. Point is, I’m burnt out. I’m kind of addicted to burnout, I think. It’s fun to let yourself just lay in bed and DO. NOT

Send us a textSooooo, I asked out a guy this week. Not just any guy. A guy I’ve been crushing on for a whileeeee. Asking guys out isn’t that big of a deal in my opinion, it’s more what comes after that generally gets me regretting I did it in the first place. Typically, once a new guy comes around and the possibility of something romantic happening opens up, my brain starts c

Send us a textYou know that tiny little voice that you hear when you're doing something and you get all excited by the possible outcome? Yeah, that's bogus intentions. Super cliche, but this podcast episode is all about the journey, not the destination.Follow Natalie's Take On... on Instagram: Click here

Send us a textBoy, did I get humbled this week! You know when you just have one of those shitty weeks? Yeah, that’s me right now. As I was complaining about all of this to my roommate and telling him that someone is out to get me, he stops me in my tracks and tells me “You know the world doesn’t revolve around you, right?”.I really thought about what he said and decided to

Send us a textSocial media has been around for a while now - enough time for us to be aware of its effect on us mortals. It has LOTS of pros: ads, communication, aesthetics, etc. But, at what cost? Listen in to hear my personal experience with (and without) social media.Resources:The Social DilemmaSocial Media Ted Talk - Dr. Cal NewportFollow Natalie's Take On... on Instagram: Clic

Send us a textWe're talking about a controversial one today. Therapy. I was always pretty skeptical of therapy, until I found the right therapist and the right form. I honestly don't know where I would be today without all the hard work I did with her. Who knows? Maybe you'll hear something you like.ResourcesEFT Tapping by Healthline Therapy by Psychology TodayFollow Natalie's Take

Send us a textBoys are fun and all...but should they be taking up as much time as a hobby does? Tune in to hear my thoughts and experiences on the subject...Follow Natalie's Take On... on Instagram: Click here

Send us a textMy whole life, I've been a HUGE procrastinator. I find it helpful to understand why. In this episode, I give a few examples of my procrastination (hopefully they make you feel better about yourself) and why it can actually be a positive thing to do sometimes. Learn about the different types of procrastination and what to do about it!ResourcesThe Pyschology Behind Proc