Heartfelt Expressions with Katerra Speaks

Are we too hard on ourselves again?This episode is a reminder that we are allowed to give ourselves grace. Not everything pans out exactly as we anticipate, and that's okay. Sneak Peak: Mindful BreathingReassuranceStorytimeLet's acknowledge our progress and celebrate the wins. One thing at a time builds momentum. We got this!Video Edition: https://youtu.be/22P7jhKd2kwKaterra's Merch: https://katerraspeaks.com/collections/all

It's that time of year again: the holiday season. It is so tempting to put everyone else first before ourselves, though tending to our needs is important. Don't overextend for the sake of making others happy, it's okay to just do what you can. May your presence and thoughtfulness be acknowledged and cherished. Happy Holidays! Sneak Peak: StoryTimeReassuranceInteractive QuestionsVideo Edition: https://youtu.be/o4uHKinW26wHangie Katerra Hoodie:https://katerraspeaks.com/en-usd/products/hangie-katerra-hoodie

Pursing our dreams can be scary...Since it near the end of 2025, I have been scrambling to get all of my Q4 goals accomplished. Sometimes the fears make me hesitant. So, this episode is a way to confront the looming expectations instead of staring endlessly at my goals. Sneak Peak:Vulnerability StoryTimePoetryReflectionI even brainstormed some plans to how I would go about achieving my goals. I hope this episode reassures you that it's okay to be afraid and do things anyway.Video Edition: https://youtu.be/u3T6iGO3P5E Hangie Merch: Mug: https://katerraspeaks.com/products/hangie-katerra-mugHoodie: https://katerraspeaks.com/products/hangie-katerra-hoodieKaterra X Nyomi Duo Mug (Only Available Until January 17, 2026): https://katerraspeaks.com/products/katerra-x-nyomi-duo-mugKaterra's Buddies Discord: https://discord.gg/aSJ6V6hW9E

Have you ever got so hungry that you are snappy and irritable? Well, this is a common occurrence for me. Prevention is key. In this episode, I shall tell ya'll a lot of stories and reflections. Sneak Peak: Fried RiceFood is a Love LanguageFood As A Gift?ThanksgivingIf you haven't ate today, this is your reminder to feed yourself.Video Edition: https://youtu.be/FO3XVxjW4ZIIf you get hangie, check out the merch!Hangie Katerra Mughttps://katerraspeaks.com/en-usd/products/hangie-katerra-mugHangie Katerra Hoodiehttps://katerraspeaks.com/products/hangie-katerra-hoodie

People's perceptions of us may be incomplete, but those are the very things that they remember. In this episode, I share different aspects of my life that people know me as. Storytime, reflections, and interactive moments are included. Sneak Peak:​Picture Perfect Asian​Nyomi Momichi's Sister​Always BusyThis episode addresses listeners, viewers, Buddies, Haters, and those from future projects that I completed. Hello folks! Welcome to Heartfelt Expressions with Katerra Speaks.Video Edition: https://youtu.be/6iEguyfjxysPortal To My World: katerraspeaks.com

Katerra, do you feel overwhelmed again? If so, listen to this.Glimpse Into This Prep Talk:Deep BreathsMindfulnessReflectionsRemindersIf you're a Buddy listening to this, I hope this helps you too. One thing at a time, we got this!

Have you been working on your goals lately?I definitely have. I feel like I disappeared from the world for awhile as I lock myself in my dream room. Overwhelmed sometimes, though I have been focused. Sneakpeak into this episode:Accidental "Face Reveal"My Biking IncidentTalked about my MerchRandom Voices??I love the video edition of this episode! I added a lot of visuals. Also, this is a hybrid of my IRL face and my Vtuber model.Video Edition: https://youtu.be/MMRazcCrgCEMy Merch: https://katerraspeaks.com/

There are only 3 months left of 2025! Aaahhh... It's crunch time. I'm not sure how I'm going to achieve all of these goals, though I'm shooting for the stars anyway. Glimpse of My Goals:More Podcast EpisodesMore Paid Speaking EventsStreaming on Twitch MoreOfficially Release My SingleBecome More FitI hope you, Buddies, achieve your Q4 goals! One thing at a time builds momentum, you got this! Just make sure you take care of yourselves. See ya'll soon.Merch and Booking is on my website: ⁠⁠https://katerraspeaks.com/⁠⁠Where I stream on Twitch: ⁠https://www.twitch.tv/katerraspeaks⁠The link to the video episode:⁠https://youtu.be/DUZ-zRBQh_ABy the way, I wanted to get this episode out as soon as possible to use as a reference, so I did minimal editing. Background music was too much for this round.

Ever felt that even though you're busy, you feel like you got nothing done? Well, life has been chaotic in the past couple of months. Today's episode include:UpdatesReflectionsAnd Check-InsThis is also the first VTuber Edition Episode! YouTube video attached.⁠https://youtu.be/5LZUOyxz5qQ?si=TO_TEorG1IZooGBH⁠Another thing, I created a new podcast cover, woo! Look forward to more hour long convos and rambles for Season 3. Where I Stream on Twitch: ⁠https://www.twitch.tv/katerraspeaks⁠My Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://katerraspeaks.com/⁠⁠⁠

How do we become whole? Let's explore this concept with Brian Seth Hurst!This is the first episode of Season 3 and Brian is our first featured guest! It was his birthday on the day of this recording, so ya'll can type Happy Belated Birthday to him in the comments (if ya'll are on YouTube or Spotify). We read some excerpts from his books WHOLE and The WHOLE Companion Workbook in this episode. I enjoyed how interactive and in-depth the exercises and questions were. Here is a quick quote:"We must reconcile our past, embrace our present, and create our future." - Brian Seth HurstIf you so choose, join me on this exploration as we do these exercises together. Autonomy, as we emphasized, is empowering when paired with awareness. In simple terms, it feels great to know that you have the ability to choose and choose again. Video Edition of This Episode:https://youtu.be/PgDUHWYW-lk?si=Zr37qoEmEbNI2Ms7Ya'll can find Brian Seth Hurst and his books below: Website: https://www.briansethhurst.com/WHOLE Book: https://www.wholelifebook.com/WHOLE Workbook: https://www.wholelifebook.com/wholeworkbook Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whole_lifeworks/# Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wholethebook TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whole.lifeworks YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WholeLifeWorks-m2u/shorts

Season 3 is here! I'm so excited to have actual conversations with ya'll. I decided that YouTube shall be the designated place for the video editions of these episodes. Ya'll can inquire about featuring on this podcast through email, katerraspeaks@gmail.com, or social media (@katerraspeaks).If ya'll liked the shirt, ya'll can purchase one at https://katerraspeaks.com/products/more-than-just-heartbeats

Are these bloopers even bloopers??Apparently I edited these in such a way that they doesn't sound like mistakes... Anyways, not sure how I skipped to the last episode of Season 3, though here we are: Bloopers. Grandma... If I included every sound check, this episode would be at least 40 minutes long... Singing?? Listen to the cringe of this compilation. Bonus: no music to distract you! Just random sirens and white noise.

End a chapter to begin anew, a pivot has been made. If this journey has a recap, this would be it. A little glimpse into the future while remaining in the present. Welcome to Transition. Season 2 Finale.Sneak Peak:Felt I Had To Be PerfectMy Podcast JourneyAcknowledging ProgressSelf-Care Check-InMindful Moment

What does hair symbolize to you?I started this episode with sharing the details of my hair journey, then it turned into to a passionate take on "you are not your hair." Story time included. Highlights:What hair symbolize to meMy major haircutsStorytime about others' commentsWhy you are not your hairWhat does your hair journey entail?

What does love mean to you?Topics of Love:Platonic LoveFamily LoveLove LanguagesHere is a glimpse into my world.

Just wanted to be in ya'll presence for a bit as I reflect about this podcast, self-care, and whatever else I talked about. There is even a moment of pause for us. P.S. I decided to not rerecord the other episode and publish it as is.

How was your 2024? 2024 was an emotional rollercoaster... I'll share with ya'll a quick recap of my Highlights,Setbacks, and Takeaways from that yearHere's to another time capsule to listen back on. Merch and playlists can be found on my website: https://katerraspeaks.com/

Do you get self-conscious often?Today's main insecurity relates to body image... again... This time in Europe!Included in this episode:Self-Care Check-InVulnerable ShareStorytimePlaces I VisitedVideo Version: https://youtu.be/L8buiQQ7Azo

Reassurance we both may need.Struggling to share what I create with the world, here is an attempt to give myself that extra push. This episode turned more into a reminder for us to go all in with our dreams by taking the baby steps and leaps, as well as celebrating our progress along this journey. As the title states, we are worthy of our dreams becoming real. We got this!

Do you feel overwhelm right now? Maybe this could help.Congested, numb, and overwhelmed, I couldn't get myself to do anything... So, I decided to reflect on my dilemma, celebrate my wins, and do things one at a time. In an ASMR and narration type fashion, I bring ya'll along this self-care journey. I hope ya'll take care of yourselves too. We got this!