It's time to take responsibility for our own reactions & emotions...and let other people take responsibility for theirs! But how does that work? Let's talk about it!    "A" lets other people's successes bring her down, "T" has an emotionally abusive friend, and "G" highlights the fact that most of us rely on others + social media for validation.    If you would like to submit an entry, go to sincerelyyoupodcast.com Follow Holly on Instagram for more entries and conversations...

"J's" constant anxious thoughts make it hard to be truly present, "M" has a hard time finding meaning in life's many moments, "I" regrets wasting time worrying about the future and hating the past, and "T" expresses how valuable each moment is.  With so much distraction, fear, and anxiety about our future, it seems it's only getting harder to be truly present in each moment. Let's talk about why and what we can do to make every second count.    If you would like to submit an entry, go...

"S" puts on a different face for every person, "A" is easily affected by what others comment about them, "C" is constantly anxious about what people are thinking of them, and "P" feels like she has to maintain a perfect image in fear of letting others down.   Walking around with fear of judgment is no way to live. I don't accept that and you shouldn't either! Let's learn what truly defines us and change this mindset together!   If you would like to submit an entry, go...

"M" expresses how every day feels painfully the same, "S" lacks all motivation to better herself, "J" feels too stuck in her depression to reach her goals, and "V" is taking a positive approach to finally overcome her numbing habits.   I've gone through a period of feeling numb and "stuck" not too long ago. I felt paralyzed in my current mental and physical state; unable to find motivation or even reason to change. BUT - I can proudly say I'm no longer there! Let's talk about ways to get...

My Instagram followers ask me questions about my life + general advice for things most of us struggle with daily. Join me for a candid, personal conversation about my journey, goals, and how to stay positive and self-loving. If you would like to submit an entry, go to submitdeardiary.com Follow Holly on Instagram for more entries & conversation @submitdeardiary Subscribe on YouTube Podcast production and music by Alvarez Audio

“B” hates everything about her face and body. “T” struggles with accepting a specific part of herself she thinks is ugly. “P” deals with a lifelong insecurity about her weight. “C” talks about an insecurity most of the world ignores. “F” deals with serious self-hatred and despises who she is. “A” finds a way to overcome her deeply rooted insecurities. Ahhhh, sweet insecurities. They’re the worst things to ever exist lol. So let’s dive into a NEW perspective and whisper some truth to our...

“G” struggles with loneliness during quarantine. “B” has zero friends but longs for friendship. “A” wonders why her problems aren’t good enough for anyone to notice. “I” has to be the tough one and constantly holds her emotions in. “K” desires someone to truly understand her on a deeper level.Loneliness is something most of humanity feels in some form. Our simple longing for someone to care and notice us can cause some pretty miserable times in our lives. But is being alone always bad? Is it...

“E” has a constant fear of the future. “P” struggles to tell others about her anxiety. “A” is terrified of her loved ones dying. “B” fears getting her heart broken again. “M” feels she has a perfect life but still struggles with severe anxiety. Anxiety sucks :-) I chat about how we can change the way we approach our anxiety and fears... and why we shouldn’t be afraid of anxiety itself. If you would like to submit an entry, go to submitdeardiary.com Follow Holly on Instagram for more entries...

“A” constantly compares her body to girls on Instagram. “M” feels like the only one without true friends. “G” struggles with a social media addiction that depletes her mental health. “M” desires a life of adventure but instead feels chained to her phone. Social media has made us ALL feel like total crap in more ways than one. Let’s girl talk about that for a sec and then let’s discuss some real ways we can stop letting it control our lives and how we view ourselves. If you would like to...

"V" goes through heartbreak and struggles to find happiness. "P" searches for her worth outside of a relationship. "T" deals with being pressured into sex. "H" deeply desires to be in love.  Let's get DEEP! I have so much to say about relationships, your worth, and how to be happy while being alone. I also touch on my own experience from my relationship and high school experience.  If you would like to submit an entry, go to submitdeardiary.com Follow Holly on Instagram for more entries and...

"Y" secretly battles an eating disorder as her peers cheer her on. "S" is desperate to gain weight. "R" is desperate to lose it...even if it means going down a dangerous path. I talk about our relationships with food, whether being skinny will actually make us happier, and what it means to truly live free from the lies we tell ourselves every single day.  If you would like to submit an entry, go to submitdeardiary.com Follow Holly on Instagram for more entries and conversation...

Every Wednesday, join me as I get real with the experiences and struggles many of us face. I hope this podcast is a place for you to find hope and encouragement to overcome the battles in your own lives...+ get your weekly dose of girl talk :) If you would like to submit an entry, go to submitdeardiary.com Follow Holly on Instagram for more entries and conversation @submitdeardiarySubscribe on YouTubePodcast production and music by Alvarez Audio