Wonder | A Self-Discovery & Wellness Podcast

Welcome to the Wonder Podcast where we discuss the ins and outs of self-discovery, wellness, and other ideas drawn from cutting-edge science, books, lessons from pop culture - and my own experiences (and mistakes). “Wonder is the beginning of wisdom.”

Build Good Habits and Break Bad Habits

In this episode, we’ll discuss how we could build good habits and break bad ones using the techniques found in the bestselling book, Atomic Habits by James Clear

12-09
24:56

Where Does FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out) Come From and How To Beat It

When we see other social media users' highlight reels, we often experience a “fear of missing out”, or FOMO. Let's talk about how FOMO leads us into sadness and anxiety, and how we can end its cycle in out lives.

11-24
16:31

Does 'Fake It Til You Make It' Work On Confidence?

Good news: Self-confidence can be developed over time. But to build it you have to practice it.

11-18
11:44

How To Focus On Yourself

How does one really focus on themselves? Let us look inwards and give ourselves everything that we need and deserve - but not in an entitlement sense. Blog: https://almiramiranda.com/

11-11
20:19

How To Stop Self-Sabotaging and Transform It Into Self-Improvement

Self-sabotage is when you undermine your own goals and values. In other words, you know that there’s something out there that you genuinely want, but then you do things in resistance to that goal. Here, we’ll talk about why we do it, and how to transform those sabotaging habits into self-improvement. References Click here to check out the Feeling Wheel.

11-04
21:29

On Giving Up Grudges, Forgiveness, and Letting Go

Recall an event that made you angry and that you haven’t fully dealt with yet. They say that we should ‘forgive & forget’, but it’s easier said than done, right? So how do we really give up our grudges and let go? Read: Nine-Step Process to Forgiveness Blog: Forgiveness - What It Is and What It Is Not

10-28
18:28

How to Feel Complete and Whole On Your Own

Significant events like breakup, career change, and personal crisis —can leave us feeling uncertain of who we are outside that situation. This episode is all about feeling whole and complete on your own even when you don't have a relationship. After all, the most important relationship you will ever nurture is yourself. So stop selling yourself short! 

10-21
14:32

How to Deal with Insecurities and Build Self-Esteem

In this highly competitive society that we live in, do you truly feel good about yourself? The biggest critic in our life is usually ourselves. In this episode, we'll talk about how to deal with jealousy, insecurities, and build self-esteem along the way. Blog: https://almiramiranda.com/

10-14
25:41

Ideas to Design Your Own Morning Routine + My Morning Routine

"If you win the morning, you win the day" - Tim Ferris Let's talk about how you can design the best morning routine for you (because mornings should be calm, easy, and less trying for everyone).  Blog: www.almiramiranda.com

10-07
19:45

Tips to Help You Pass the Engineering Board Exams (even when you only have one month to review)

Compiled in this episode are the following: study strategy, test-taking skills, confidence building, anxiety reduction, and a little bit of my story about the board examination. Good luck, future Engineer! Host: Almira Miranda  

09-30
25:28

5 Tips for Surviving Engineering School

To: All future engineers From: An engineer from Mapua who made it out alive 

09-23
18:03

How To Work Less & Achieve More - The 80/20 Principle

Let's discuss how you could apply the 80/20 rule in your life and work, and increase your productivity by doing less. Other 80/20 Articles: Work Smarter, Not Harder by Almira Miranda 3-2-1: The 80/20 Principle, mastery, and the importance of asking questions by James Clear 80 20 Your Life by Mark Manson Life Hack: How to Use 80 20 by Natalie Bacon Grab a copy of the book: The 80/20 Principle by Richard Koch

09-16
13:03

The Pomodoro Technique for Productivity

In this How-To Study Series Episode #2, I’ll talk about how to use this time management strategy. Website: https://almiramiranda.com/ IG: @wonderpod FB Page: Wonder Podcast

09-09
08:43

How I Became Valedictorian - Evidence-Based Study Tips

Welcome to the How-To Study Series Episode #1. This episode contains the study tips & techniques I applied, that made me valedictorian, and the success story of a friend who applied these tips in her study routine. Host: Almira Miranda IG: @thewonderpod Reference: The 80/20 Principle by Richard Koch Get a copy of the book here.

09-02
15:46

Create an Exercise Routine that Sticks (Ft. My Own Fitness Journey)

“How do you stay consistent in working out?” - this has been a common question to me. Everyone knows the benefits of exercise. The problem lies in the execution part. In this episode, I'll be sharing with you how I got started, and the ups and downs of my fitness journey.

08-26
18:41

No One Is Thinking About You

"The most strangely reassuring advice I ever received."

08-19
13:45

The Ultimate Glow-Up: Setting Boundaries

Set healthy boundaries, protect your energy, and notice your “inner glow-up”

08-11
14:29

Why Journaling is Good For Your Mental Health

Self-discovery starts in journaling because one can’t really be self-aware without travelling through their inner-self, and unearthing their emotions. Here, we’ll talk about how to start journaling, and what it can do for you.

08-10
20:47

The Art of Saying “No”

Do you find it hard to say “NO”? Do you have the fear that if you say “no”, you will never be able to undo your decision, and might regret not giving it a chance? Here, we’ll talk about the benefits of saying no, why we say yes often, and how we could get better at it.

08-03
13:09

Start at Your Comfort Zone

We’ve always been told that growth happens when we step outside our comfort zones, and there is the constant pressure to always be out there stretching ourselves to do more, achieve more. In this pilot episode, we’ll talk about the truth in “leaving our comfort zones”, and a simple, science-backed way to grow in a sustainable and gradual way.

08-03
10:02

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