The MOBILE MENTOR

Hi wonderful humans.I took some time off podcasting this year (tbh, work was very busy, and I had lots of planning and to-dos, so creating content fell off). But – after an eventful week – and now WAY more time on my hands, I have decided to use my voice. Surprisingly, with recent life changes and unexpected news RE: health and work, I've felt more inspired... It's story time! It feels like a reinvention period, and unlike during last year's unfortunate events in the SAME season, I AM HERE FOR IT.Themes in This Episode:Why I am not having a Hot Girl Summer"When it rains it pours"Dealing with last year’s layoff and lack of stability VS. 2025Handling uncertaintyIdentity and workWork industry changes – marketing/creative/advertisingNavigating the future of workLife change management tools Living abroad/away from homeMy mindset around a sudden injury The role of spirituality, mindfulness, and self-talk ________________________Related EpisodesS7: Hacks For Handling Hard Times - Layoff, Love Life, Moving Locations - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Akfw6fV2Jcs7xego1r5yF?si=PVIBA-0VTpyuYAYcUCobXA S6: From Existing to Living–Therapy, Health & The Benefits of Being Alone - https://open.spotify.com/episode/5JXFLYWCXmcvLon8akxJrD?si=Tby_bVU_RUGKhVPdJxEtKQAs always, I hope you’re doing as best as you can. Here for chats, sharing ideas, and support in my DMs on ⁠⁠⁠Insta⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@a_blanx. ⁠If you prefer a read, check out my resurrected blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://themobilementor.blogspot.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠  (lol, let's appreciate the 90s-core website energy!).________________________RESOURCES - Recent Podcasts & Meditations:Begin Again with Davina McCall and Shaolin Master Shi Heng Yi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K491-s7g5Kg&list=PLjywRxGs7mqovKjfnFuzlvQ9Crio_EfJU&ab_channel=BeginAgainwithDavinaMcCallThe Resilient Mind podcast with Sadhguru: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0jSgxi5tO5LPx1mkmj43A6?si=ULxsNbb1QvW_uyEbA1jKsQ Mooji: You Are Life Itself: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vMEoPgg-PE&ab_channel=Moojiji⁠ DOAC x Buddhist Gelong Thubten: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vIbLQQ1i56Y&ab_channel=TheDiaryOfACEOChantress Seba's sounds: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOSWJTu5Prw&ab_channel=ChantressSeba 

Welcome to another episode in season 7 of The Mobile Mentor pod, and an episode on a topic that's SUPER important to me: Empathy. This was brought about by some family friction this recent Christmas (because, duh!). I chat about said family friction, how it affected me, and what I realised about myself and my defaults as a result of other people's situations and emotions. And tbh, I wasn't totally happy about it. Moving forward, I'm considering how to adapt my empathy. You'll find out why...Themes in the episode:-Empathy in relationships of all kinds-The different types of empathy (there are 3!)-Why too much empathy isn't a good thing-Toggling empathy for the right relationships and moments-Extending empathy to oneself-Compassion vs. Empathy-Childhood trauma, coping strategies, and why I am how I am-People pleasing-Emotional management_____________________If you prefer a read, check out my resurrected blog: ⁠⁠https://themobilementor.blogspot.com/⁠⁠  (Lol, let's appreciate the 90s-core website energy!).As always, I hope you’re doing as best as you can. Wishing you a healthy, happy, and safe new year. Here for chats, moans, and giggles in my DMs on ⁠⁠Insta⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@a_blanx. ⁠ Thanks for listening–and subscribe or follow if you marginally liked it. ;)_____________________Related Episodes: -S7: Living Against the ‘Norms’ – Abroad, 34, No Kids, With a Housemate - https://open.spotify.com/episode/5EOvIEfjaBeH6kTur88hi8?si=4QDpHSWNSfiUff1c1avzKQ -S6: How to Listen to Your Intuition & Trust Yourself - https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ZGuSZ6OERWYxe5rOXaBMW?si=6SlKDiVqRkG33WyvxoV-6w

NEWS FLASH: I’m living back in Vancouver. With a housemate. I’m a freelance Creative. I’m turning 34 this month. And I feel BACK in my vibe, baby! I haven’t felt this content, aligned, and on-the-up for a while! Emerging from a dusty and down period, I know and accept myself more than ever. So today, I’ma share my views on ‘adulting’ and societal expectations at this age, and what my situation is. I’m now a SOFT GIRL.Themes in this Ep:-Value-centred living-Building a life in Vancouver-Choosing a place to be that suits me-Living authentically within the ‘norms’ of Western culture -Experimenting with how I want to live/who I want to be-NOT climbing the corporate ladder and choosing against it-My work identity and shaping work around my life (not letting it rule!)-Types of relationship and ethical non-monogamy -Accepting myself-Ignoring ‘shoulds’-Life choices-Fulfilment -More flowing, less forcing-Marriage? Kids? Living together as a couple or living apart?_________________If you prefer a read, check out my resurrected blog: ⁠⁠⁠https://themobilementor.blogspot.com/⁠⁠⁠  (lol, let's appreciate the 90s-core website energy!).As always, I hope you’re doing as best as you can. Here for sh*tz, tears, and giggles in my DMs on ⁠⁠⁠Insta⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@a_blanx. ⁠⁠_________________Related Episodes:S7: NOT New Year's Resolutions 2025 - An Alternative Approach - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S7-NOT-New-Years-Resolutions-2025---An-Alternative-Approach-e2ssltqS7: Hacks For Handling Hard Times - Layoff, Love Life, Moving Locations - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Akfw6fV2Jcs7xego1r5yF?si=2-DaCjp2TEeVxZiQ8r9d-QS6: From Existing to Living–Therapy, Health & The Benefits of Being Alone - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-From-Existing-to-LivingTherapy--Health--The-Benefits-of-Being-Alone-e2lmp3f

Been through some tough times lately? Life feel a bit out of control and you're finding it hard to cope? Settle in to this episode, I've got you. This is part 2 to the episode, 'Handling Change is Harder in My 30s.' Here are my learnings in hindsight on getting through lots of life sectors being in flux and uncertain simultaneously – work, love life, and constantly moving around living out of a suitcase. I felt I was about to implode. However, I didn't (phew! Because I like eating peanut butter too much), thanks to these 7 golden nuggets. Take what you need – coping isn't one size fits all. x Themes in this episode: -Coping strategies -Managing anxiety -Experiencing a work layoff -Dealing with uncertainty -The concept of 'home' -Long-distance relationships -Asking for help/support when you need it -Being forced to grow in new ways -How change affects people – we all have different capacities -Judging yourself for feeling certain ways, and why you shouldn't!! -Gratitude _________________ If you prefer a read, check out my resurrected blog: ⁠⁠https://themobilementor.blogspot.com/⁠⁠  (lol, let's appreciate the 90s-core website energy!). As always, I hope you’re doing as best as you can. Here for chats, ideas, and giggles in my DMs on ⁠⁠Insta⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@a_blanx. ⁠ _________________ Related Episodes: - PART 1 to this episode, S6: Handling Change is Harder in My 30s - A Series of Unfortunate Events *AUDIOVLOG* -https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-Handling-Change-is-Harder-in-My-30s---A-Series-of-Unfortunate-Events-AUDIOVLOG-e2rqs05 - S6: What is Life atm?! Anyone Else Feeling Lost? AUDIOVLOGhttps://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-What-is-Life-atm---Anyone-Else-Feeling-Lost--AUDIOVLOG-e2iuhnf -S7: NOT New Year's Resolutions 2025 - An Alternative Approach - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S7-NOT-New-Years-Resolutions-2025---An-Alternative-Approach-e2ssltq

Welcome to season 7 of The Mobile Mentor pod!! I thought I'd mark 2025 with a brand-new season. Thank god 2024 is over... It was a tumultuous and very fast-moving year. I am happy to move on to more pleasant, stable, and peaceful pastures. This episode, I share how I start every new year in a softer, self-compassionate, and less strict way (I am not a fan of the old 'new year's resolutions' lark and its connotations – you'll find out why). I 'theme' every year! We've all gotta find what works for us, right? Have a listen and see what comes up for you with this approach. Themes in this Ep: -Words to live by (as opposed to vision boards) -Living in your heart and body vs. living in your head -Following your intuition -Staying flexible as opposed to fixing goals -Use personal reflections to inform what's ahead -When to do this exercise -Knowing and living by your values __________________ If you prefer a cheeky read, check out my resurrected blog: ⁠⁠https://themobilementor.blogspot.com/⁠⁠  (lol, let's appreciate the 90s-core website energy!). As always, I hope you’re doing as best as you can. Sending you big love for 2025. Here for chats, memes, and giggles in my DMs on ⁠⁠Insta⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@a_blanx. ⁠ __________________ Related Episodes: - S6: Handling Change is Harder in My 30s - A Series of Unfortunate Events *AUDIOVLOG* - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-Handling-Change-is-Harder-in-My-30s---A-Series-of-Unfortunate-Events-AUDIOVLOG-e2rqs05 - S5: New season (not new me), turning 31 & life after Canada - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S5-New-season-not-new-me--turning-31--life-after-Canada-e1c1tke - S4: Learnings for 2021 [2020 EP UPDATED] - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S4-Learnings-for-2021-2020-EP-UPDATED-eohp96

I AM BACK after 4 months out! I missed being here, but tbh I just wasn't ready. 2024 may have knocked me a lot harder than ’23 (!!?)–because boy was it full of change and uncertainty–so much so, I took time off podcasting to refocus on getting well and clear. So here's my life update. The theme is: Rejection + Reflection = Redirection. The end of the year is usually the time for taking stock of impactful events, so here are mine, my self-observations along the way, and what I’m taking into 2025. Themes in this episode: -Being laid off work -When it rains it pours (a series of unfortunate events) -Having an unexpected healing period and starting again in my early thirties  -Living in alignment with my values -Life choices... What did this period teach me? -Knowing yourself, your limits and capacity – and when to ask for help! -Doing what feels authentic, not doing what you “should” do -Reframing periods of ‘not achieving’ to something that's kinder to yourself -Living from a place fear vs. from a place of love -Taking a new work direction and considering a career change -Change hits harder the older I get… -Self-compassion Expect a Part 2 – the 6 key learnings and tools that got me through. Hit subscribe or follow wherever you listen to be notified about the latest drop. <3  If you prefer a read, check out my resurrected blog: ⁠https://themobilementor.blogspot.com/⁠  (lol, let's appreciate the 90s-core website energy!). As always, I hope you’re doing as best as you can. Wishing you a loving and safe end to this year. Here for chats and giggles in my DMs on ⁠Insta⁠ ⁠@a_blanx. ⁠ _________________ Episode music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/holding-you, License code: EIAYA47VO0YLQOPD _________________ Related Episodes: - ⁠S6: From Existing to Living–Therapy, Health & The Benefits of Being Alone⁠ - ⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/5JXFLYWCXmcvLon8akxJrD⁠ - ⁠⁠S6: Turning 33, Feeling SEXY & Landing on Life Choices⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-Turning-33--Feeling-SEXY--Landing-on-Life-Choices-e2f9tnj⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠S6: What is Life atm?! Anyone Else Feeling Lost? AUDIOVLOG⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-What-is-Life-atm---Anyone-Else-Feeling-Lost--AUDIOVLOG-e2iuhnf⁠⁠⁠

Hi Hi! Here's your July episode. This is a VERY personal one... If you feel a bit lost, are going through change in yourself or are seeking some advice on how to feel better about who you are, this episode is for you. I've had a decent stint diving into 'Self' lately, relearning who I am now. The end of 2023/first half of 2024 saw me going through a lot of change and uncertainty; in life, moving, relationships, work and visiting back home. I felt overwhelmed and pessimistic. So, after a fair but of personal work, here are my 3 'AHA!" moments that have brought me back to VIBRANCY. In this episode: -What being alone has taught me -The benefits of being alone -Meeting myself again at 33 -Resurfacing from a low period into optimism -I started therapy AND coaching...and boy, is it connecting the dots! -My holistic view on health and self-care -Acknowledging my boundaries -A new mantra I now live by (great for any recovering people-pleasers!) -Shifting my philosophy from thinking ahead (worrying) to being present (feeling) _______________ Thanks for listening, everyone! If you have any feedback or wanna chat about stuff, hit me up via ⁠⁠⁠IG: @a_blanx⁠⁠.⁠ Or, shoot an email to: mobilementorpodcast@gmail.com. Big love x _______________ Related episodes:  - S6: Turning 33, Feeling SEXY & Landing on Life Choices - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-Turning-33--Feeling-SEXY--Landing-on-Life-Choices-e2f9tnj - ⁠⁠S6: What is Life atm?! Anyone Else Feeling Lost? AUDIOVLOG⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-What-is-Life-atm---Anyone-Else-Feeling-Lost--AUDIOVLOG-e2iuhnf⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠S6: How to Listen to Your Intuition & Trust Yourself ⁠⁠- ⁠⁠https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/O7rZTVC17Ib⁠

I AM BACK, as always, in late fashion. This one's a juicy one and deserved some time aging in the barrel. Here are my reflections on how different–and the same–uprooting life and moving to Canada for a second has been–but this time in my thirties... For anyone who is thinking of moving abroad, wants to understand what you might learn, is curious about Canada, or who has moved abroad and wants to feel a bit seen, this one's for you. It's like a vlog (with no 'v'), plus 4 major learnings. In this episode: -Why I moved countries...again! -How my low period of 2023 and the world changing informed my decisions -Expectations vs. reality -The differences between Vancouver, CAN and London, UK–and there are some! -Tips for making the most out of a new place -What 'diversity' and 'culture' means here -How I feel NOW and. what's next for the rest of 2024 -Becoming more at peace (WIP!) with where I am as a woman who is still questioning what she wants, when everyone else 'seems' to have things figured out... _______________ Thanks for listening, cuties! Let me know if you liked this or wanna chat via my ⁠⁠IG: @a_blanx⁠⁠. If you prefer, shoot an email to: mobilementorpodcast@gmail.com. Peace and love _______________ Related episodes:  - S6: Goodbye, UK; Moving Abroad to Vancouver, Starting Again at 32 - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-Goodbye--UK-Moving-Abroad-to-Vancouver--Starting-Again-at-32-e2d1n05 -S2: What I've Learnt Since Moving to Canada (2019) - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S2-What-Ive-Learnt-Since-Moving-to-Canada-e921fs - S6: What is Life atm?! Anyone Else Feeling Lost? AUDIOVLOG - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-What-is-Life-atm---Anyone-Else-Feeling-Lost--AUDIOVLOG-e2iuhnf - ⁠S6: How to Listen to Your Intuition & Trust Yourself ⁠- ⁠https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/O7rZTVC17Ib⁠

Hi! Gosh, missed you all. First up: BIG SHOUT-OUT TO YOU. We hit 10k, all-time listens of The Mobile Mentor and I am JAZZED. <3 <3 Here's to 10 more in half the time, haha! This week, a little diary entry for you (not a big life update 'cos I'm saving a juicy one for a cruise lowdown episode!). Here's what's been up lately; something feels off and I am tryna work out what it is...I'm at a crossroads feeling a bit direction-less. Anyone else? In this episode: -Judging how I feel as a I feel it–my unhealthy habit!! -All the conflicting messages online we're absorbing everyday... *sighs* -How the world is changing at a speed we've never experienced before (this is DEFO NOT good for us) -Time ticking as a 33-year-old woman, and not being sure about what my priorities are... -Where am I heading? And is how I'm spending my time rooted in what's meaningful to me? _______________ Thanks for listening! Let me know if you liked this episode style via my ⁠IG: @a_blanx⁠ + share your thoughts or experiences–always open to a chit chat. If you prefer, shoot an email to: mobilementorpodcast@gmail.com. Peace x _______________ Related episodes:  - ⁠S5: Alcohol shame, freezing eggs & why 31 feels weird, here⁠ - https://anchor.fm/themobilementor/episodes/S5-Alcohol-shame--freezing-eggs--why-31-feels-weird-e1djf7u - S6: How to Listen to Your Intuition & Trust Yourself - https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/O7rZTVC17Ib - S6: The Millennial Dream ISN'T REAL, 2023 Uncertainty & Coping Strategies - https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/IPnegCL17Ib

Hey cuties. Happy 2024, I guess? Weird time to be alive... Here's what's been poppin' this side of the world for me since moving to Vancouver, Canada in Oct 2023 and being away from the motherland. Hope you've all been as well as can be. In This Episode: Christmas away from home, friends and fam Themes (not goals) I'm taking into 2024 Why I don't set goals/new year's resolutions Language affects how we think and feel Why is everyone so focused on growth?/Why it's important... Personal learnings; what I am working on myself, for myself How my anxieties show up and not-so-great coping mechanisms Self-worth ___________________ Fancy being more creative, starting your own biz or positioning your product better this year? Get my eBook, ⁠⁠6 Steps to Killer Copy;⁠⁠ Boost Your Brand or Business. Learn how to write and look for EFFECTIVE, connecting copy–none of this generic, obviously-generated AI lark. Grab it ⁠⁠here⁠⁠: ⁠⁠https://alixblanx.bigcartel.com/products⁠⁠ ___________________ Related Episodes: -S6: Goodbye UK, Moving to Canada & Starting Again at 32 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-Goodbye--UK-Moving-Abroad-to-Vancouver--Starting-Again-at-32-e2d1n05/a-a1b4rju - S6: The Millennial Dream ISN'T REAL, 2023 Uncertainty & Coping Strategies: ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-The-Millennial-Dream-ISNT-REAL--2023-Uncertainty--Coping-Strategies-e298rmt⁠⁠ - S6: I Quit My Job & Changed My Life - NEW SEASON, NEW FORMAT: ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-I-Quit-My-Job--Changed-My-Life---NEW-SEASON--NEW-FORMAT-e236tve⁠ _______________ Hit me up on ⁠⁠IG: @a_blanx⁠⁠ with any thoughts and feels. Shoot emails to mobilementorpodcast@gmail.com. SUBSCRIBE or FOLLOW wherever you listen to get the latest episode drops! Until next time... Happy new year!

Hi, lovely people. Hope you're all holding up in current circumstances. (I know it's super sad and heavy for many right now.) I'm back again after a significant life change and wanted to settle in before 'reporting' back. I MOVED TO CANADA (solo) from the UK! It's been just what I needed. I've been here for just over 6 weeks now! Here's the down low on why I left, why it's working for me, and what I've been up to. Themes in this episode: - Moving country (well, returning) - Why Vancouver, Canada and the feelings associated with being here - Human needs, living by your values, and filling up your cup - Following intuition when making decisions - Authenticity/identifying your inner voice - Curating a life that suits YOU _______________ Brand builder? Creative? Need to better your messaging? Download my eBook, ⁠6 Steps to Killer Copy;⁠ Boost Your Brand or Business, to know how to write and review EFFECTIVE copy. Get it ⁠here⁠: ⁠https://alixblanx.bigcartel.com/products⁠ _______________ Related Episodes: - S6: I Quit My Job & Changed My Life - NEW SEASON, NEW FORMAT: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-I-Quit-My-Job--Changed-My-Life---NEW-SEASON--NEW-FORMAT-e236tve -S4: Ex-Expat: Living Abroad & Returning Home: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S4-Ex-Expat-Living-Abroad--Returning-Home-eva9ra\ - S6: The Millennial Dream ISN'T REAL, 2023 Uncertainty & Coping Strategies: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-The-Millennial-Dream-ISNT-REAL--2023-Uncertainty--Coping-Strategies-e298rmt⁠ _______________ Hit me up on ⁠IG: @a_blanx⁠ with any thoughts and feels. Shoot emails to mobilementorpodcast@gmail.com. SUBSCRIBE or FOLLOW wherever you listen to get the latest episode drops! Until next time... Big love x

How is it Q4 of 2023, already? Hi again, pals! This episode is an audio diary with new insights on Self and being human in low, uncertain, ever-changing times, plus some actionable bits on how I've been managing it. Finally found some energy to vocalise what's been going on–OPEN and VULNERABLE as always. Ps. The WIP title for this was: 'Am I Pessimist? Feeling the Ups and Downs More Than the Average Joe?' so that's an indication of things to come... In this episode: - Battling society's productivity and achievement expectations - Feeling in limbo amidst 2023's weirdness - Low mood symptoms and experiences - How unemployment and an uncertain job market impacts self-worth - Expectation vs. Reality - Recognising the problematic messages we tell ourselves - Coping strategies - LIFE NEWS!! _______________ Something else I've managed to work on is my new eBook, 6 Steps to Killer Copy; Boost Your Brand or Business. Created for brand builders, marketers, those generating AI content who should know what EFFECTIVE copy looks like, writing lovers, and more! Get it here: https://alixblanx.bigcartel.com/products ALSO, I made a Mobile Mentor Discord space so we can all chat in a fun, social, safe space about some of these topics. Join it? https://discord.gg/vt5kSqkUKC It's new! _______________ Related Episodes: - What Happens in Cannes Lions, Stays in Cannes Lions: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-What-Happens-in-Cannes-Lions-Does-Not-Stay-in-Cannes-e26bf0i - I'm Feeling Insecure & Have Imposter Syndrome: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-Im-Feeling-Insecure--And-have-Imposter-Syndrome-e23pkgu - In a Life Rut - Happiness Starts in our Heads - Big 'AHA!' Moments: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S5-In-a-life-rut---Happiness-starts-in-our-heads---Big-AHA--moments-e1j07tn _______________ Hit me up on IG: @a_blanx with any thoughts and feels. Shoot emails to mobilementorpodcast@gmail.com. SUBSCRIBE or FOLLOW wherever you listen to get the latest episode drops! Thanks, champs x

Hi, wonderful peeps! This one's for the times you don't know what's coming or what lies ahead... When everything is soooo open and daunting, and it's making you anxious. (Basically where I've been the past few months.) Coming atcha with a simple way to handle those periods of uncertainty–'cos I bet I'm not the only one who's been going through it, as of late. Here's a psychological concept and an actionable step to make it all less CR*P. Bigger life update on said weird phase coming soon... Hope you're managing as best as you can. AB x ___________ FUN NEWS: Are you a Marketer? Communicator? Biz owner? Cop my new ebook, ⁠6 Steps for Writing Killer Copy;⁠ Boost Your Brand or Business. In a world of mass information, ads and clickbait, we need to be aware of what effective and CREATIVE communication is. Let's make writing more human again. It's ⁠here⁠: ⁠https://alixblanx.bigcartel.com/products⁠ ___________ Related Episodes: S5: Handling hectic times, reprioritising & Jubilee weekend antics - Audiovlog 2: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S5-Handling-hectic-times--reprioritising--Jubilee-weekend-antics---Audiovlog-2-e1jk6vo S6: I'm Feeling Insecure. And have Imposter Syndrome...: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S6-Im-Feeling-Insecure--And-have-Imposter-Syndrome-e23pkgu S5: Intuitive or planner? Dealing with indecision & better remote working!: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themobilementor/episodes/S5-Intuitive-or-planner--Dealing-with-indecision--better-remote-working-e1fg23p ___________ So, how are you doing? Let's have a chat via ⁠IG: @a_blanx or join the new Discord community here: https://discord.gg/vt5kSqkUKC.⁠ Shoot emails to mobilementorpodcast@gmail.com. Lastly, SUBSCRIBE or FOLLOW wherever you listen to get the latest episode drops! Thanks a bunch.

ORIGINAL LINKEDIN ARTICLE: We will lose the imaginative, mindful, beautifully-unpredictable process of creating now AI is here. (From an optimist) ___________ Hi, folks! So glad to be back. This topic's a little novel for me but still relevant in my Mobile Mentor meanderings, nonetheless. If you're a designer, writer, carpenter, photographer, creator of any kind (digital or otherwise), or just HUMAN, listen to this episode! It's definitely been a ride watching the fuss around AI grow alongside experimenting with it myself. I approach this episode from a social scientist's POV. Think: if someone was to research how our phone's have changed the way we think and do things since their arrival. This episode is my thinking BEFORE human behaviour shifts all over again thanks to AI. Generative AI, anyway... ___________ Read the article here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/we-lose-imaginative-mindful-beautifully-unpredictable-blankson-msc Use AI to generate comms? Marketer? Communicator? Biz owner? Cop my new ebook, 6 Steps for Writing Killer Copy; Boost Your Brand or Business. Because we need to be AWARE of what effective and creative communication is before AI becomes widespread. It's here: https://alixblanx.bigcartel.com/products ___________ Share your thoughts with me on IG: @a_blanx. Shoot emails to mobilementorpodcast@gmail.com. SUBSCRIBE or FOLLOW wherever you listen to get the latest episode drops! Thanks, pals.

URMMMM, WOW. #CannesLions2023, you did good. (Ps. not Cannes Film Festival.) This was my second attendance of the annual festival, and it was MEGA (I first went with work in 2017). This year, I was selected as part of an initiative called Black Out 2023 headed up by Cephas Williams and a partnership between the Cannes Lions festival and The Black British Network. 50 Black creatives got to go on an all-expenses-paid trip funded by Cephas himself, and the likes of Google M&C Saatchi, Tesco, Yahoo, Soho House Group and more in the name of increasing Black creative representation in a traditionally white space. The mission? Get big industry players walking the walk that they promised during BLM in 2020. In this episode: Hear what Cannes Lions is all about, the antics, and what to expect from it What inspired me the most and what I took from the whole experience My experience of going with other Black creatives The who, what, why of #BlackOut 2023 Some big names spotted Trip highlights and the changes needed STILL... How I'm now moving from this life-changing trip Why you should listen: This episode is for anyone interested in the creative, marketing, brand, and advertising industry; who wants to know what the heck Cannes Lions is; and anyone keen on understanding the Black experience in this industry and first-hand account on the fight for representation within such a traditionally elitist, mainly white space. Shout out to Cephas Williams and everything he's doing. _______ Wanna chat? Hit me up on IG: @a_blanx. Shoot any emails to mobilementorpodcast@gmail.com. SUBSCRIBE or FOLLOW wherever you listen to get the latest episode drops!! Big love. _______ Related episodes: S4: Being Biracial, Covert Racism & Becoming Anti-racist: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/8Monctb02Ab S4: Growing up Biracial–White Mum, Black Dad: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/TXfJ5tb02Ab S4: Navigating Life as a Woman of Colour and How to Help if You Aren't: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/1dootyb02Ab

Hi again folks, A month on from my first episode of this season and a BIG life change (quitting my job and flying to Mexico one way), and my mind is tormenting me. Here's a super personal audio log (vlog for your ears) of what's come up since leaving my home routine and figuring out what's next – especially at 32 and the expectations I hold around that...Gahhhh, THE MIND CAN BE THE DEVIL SOMETIMES. In this episode: Why I'm feeling insecure Experiences solo travelling vs travelling with someone Imposter syndrome – yes, years into my career The discomfort of being in limbo Even more discomfort of deciding where to to take my working life The difficulty in just 'being' and feeling the need to be 'doing' AND FINALLY, my tips for hacking through the above – managing the mind! Thanks for being here. Hit SUBSCRIBE or FOLLOW wherever you listen to get the latest drops! Message me if anything resonated via IG: @a_blanx – I read every DM. Emails to: mobilementorpodcast@gmail.com. ________ Related episodes: S4: The Ultimate Guide to Finding Self-Worth: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/DD7dmWnFFzb S6: I Quit My Job & Changed My Life: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/6fiwPa9FFzb S2: Getting Through the Pressure of Modern Life: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/k0tzruNFFzb

HELLO FRIENDS, CURRENT AND NEW. I’m back with a fresh season after some tiiimeeee off busying myself with adulthood (as we do). I’ve got a little more time to play with these days and I’ma tell you why… I made some juicy life changes. First up – HOPE YOU’RE WELL AND IN GOOD HEALTH. Missed you! This season, we’re going full-on audio log style (like a vlog) with my learnings and reflections on life, decisions, and feels throughout. Key themes in this episode: Where I am in the world, and what I am doing now (very different to 2022 energy) What I’ve been up to, and what led me to this change A connection that led to an amazing opportunity… Values that live by Leaving work...yes, even in current economic times Practical ways that enabled me to make it all happen I feel very lucky. Let me know your thoughts on this ep by hitting me up on IG: @a_blanx. Shoot any emails to mobilementorpodcast@gmail.com. Hit subscribe or follow wherever you listen to hear the latest drops!! Related episodes and mentions: S5: New season (not new me), turning 31 & life after Canada https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/xVQa76i7rzb  S4: Ex-Expat: Living Abroad & Returning Home https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/5k0ueUl7rzb  S5: In a life rut - Happiness starts in our heads - Big 'AHA!' moment https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/xuSMzgp7rzb  Liked the sound of the start-up I’m building? Join the waitlist for tayp: www.tayp.app Thanks for listening, cuties. Alix

Hiiiiyaaa folks!! Welcome to JUNE. Yes, it's June already...  Also, thank goodness for a lighter mood this week (I was getting sick of myself being so down). This episode, you've got another Audiovlog - HURRAH. Listen to what I've been up to in London lately. Plus: What's shifted my mood and tips for emotional management Handling the start of a hectic summer (self-care strategies) Reprioritising how I use my time and getting back to my values A new JOY moments section (!!) sharing the things that gave me a little glow inside Knowledge bomb: gut signs YOU SHOULD NEVER IGNORE Let me know if you liked this episode style via my IG: @a_blanx + send through any DMS on your experiences? Shoot any emails to: mobilementorpodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, cuties. Hit subscribe or follow wherever you listen to get the latest episode drops!! _________________________________ Last episode here: S5: In a life rut - Happiness starts in our heads - Big 'AHA!' moments - https://anchor.fm/themobilementor/episodes/S5-In-a-life-rut---Happiness-starts-in-our-heads---Big-AHA--moments-e1j07tn  Last audiovlog: S5: HANGOVER RANT - It's all too much - Audiovlog 1 - https://anchor.fm/themobilementor/episodes/S5-HANGOVER-RANT---Its-all-too-much---Audiovlog-1-e1i96qg 

HI HI HI. Welcome back! So I'm just going to say it – I think I'm having another life crisis..? But this time, not quarter-life. I'm 31, feeling in a rut, under a grey cloud, uninspired and less vibrant. Is it my day-to-day, line of work, feeling the shift with peers in different stages, a bigger change in self that needs to be addressed?  With this, I've spent some time solo to listen to my inner voice and uncover what is REALLY stirring. I've also turned to the stories and experiences of others to help find some clarity... Some, in particular, came from this very insightful podcast episode; Mo Gawdat's second conversation with Steven Bartlett on The Diary of a CEO on Happiness. Therefore, this week I unpack those top themes and key 'AHA!' moments. Big thinkers, this episode is for you!! Everyone else – I hope you get your clarity if you're going through anything similar!  In this episode:  - Living in a state of flow: following intuition and curating life truly FOR YOU - How to know when you're not in flow state state...  - Why time is our only real currency and how to use it...  - The key to effective dating and relationships  - Why we're all living under illusions... (FAVE SUBJECT)  - Knowledge bomb: WHY WE ALL NEED TO EMBRACE THE FEMININE! And no, this is nothing to do with gender...  _____________________  Related episodes:  S5: HANGOVER RANT - It's all too much - Audiovlog 1 https://anchor.fm/themobilementor/episodes/S5-HANGOVER-RANT---Its-all-too-much---Audiovlog-1-e1i96qg/a-a1b4rju  S5: Intuitive or planner? Dealing with indecision & better remote working! https://anchor.fm/themobilementor/episodes/S5-Intuitive-or-planner--Dealing-with-indecision--better-remote-working-e1fg23p/a-a1b4rju _____________________  Keep your thoughts and experiences coming via my IG: @a_blanx I read 'em all! Hit subscribe or follow wherever you listen for new ep alerts. Anything else shoot to: mobilementorpodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening.

We've reached the 10th EPISODE of Season 5, homies! Welcome and welcome back to bit of a new episode style...come venture London with me! It's sorta like a diary entry (ike vlogging on Youtube...but audio). I find this type of content comforting when I have free solo time or feel a bit off, so I made some of me own. This week... -Hungover rants / Why my headspace is in doomsville -The world is in chaos and I'm feeling it -What I do when I feel like I'm losing control -A very special knowledge bomb – it's not factual, but IT IS helpful. In fact, it's helped me through some really tough times! LISTEN. Thanks for being here! Let me know if you liked this episode style via my IG: @a_blanx + share any thoughts or experiences of your own. Alternatively, shoot an email to: mobilementorpodcast@gmail.com.  _______________ Related episodes:  - S5: Alcohol shame, freezing eggs & why 31 feels weird, here - https://anchor.fm/themobilementor/episodes/S5-Alcohol-shame--freezing-eggs--why-31-feels-weird-e1djf7u - S5: Brink of burnout, being alone & back in Canada!!, here - https://anchor.fm/themobilementor/episodes/S5-Brink-of-burnout--being-alone--back-in-Canada-e1ef5r6 _______________ Hit subscribe or follow wherever you listen for alerts on bi-weekly eps. BIG LOVE.