Alicia Gogan's Journey of Self-Discovery

Sep 7, 2024

Podcast Episode Notes: Alicia Gogan's Storytime

Introduction

  • Host: Alicia Gogan of Globe Seekers podcast.
  • Theme: Expanding your mind and self-awareness.
  • New podcast space in her condo.

Storytime: Journey to Her Condo

  • Background:

    • Left a salaried health and wellness consultant job at a tech company.
    • Transitioned to full-time service bartender.
    • Desired to leave Markham (similar to hometown Barrie) for lack of lifestyle and proximity to Toronto.
    • Loud neighbor above her apartment was a catalyst for moving.
  • Decision to Move:

    • Realized not needing to be in Markham post-job.
    • Considered moving closer to Toronto, even without the initial desire to live downtown.
    • North York became a transition area due to its proximity to Toronto.

Condo Search and Experiences

  • Initial Move to North York:

    • Beautiful condo, viewed as a shack by some but served its purpose.
    • Started YouTube channel April 2022.
    • Content creation and growth journey, including viral moments.
  • Challenges Faced:

    • Garbage smell issue in condo led to reconsideration of residence.
    • Began exploring Toronto condos in earnest by January.

Emotional and Mental Journey

  • Overcoming Doubts and Rejections:

    • Rejection of condo applications.
    • Struggled with decisions: selling car, finding places without parking.
    • Dealt with feelings of scarcity, anxiety, and external influences.
    • Emphasized following gut feelings and feminine intuition.
  • Reflection and Growth:

    • Realized importance of trusting her decisions and self-worth.
    • Importance of environment for personal and professional life.
    • Encountered rejection as redirection.

Final Solution and New Apartment

  • Finding the Right Place:

    • Eventually found a suitable condo meeting all her needs.
    • Sold her car, embraced changes and uncertainties.
    • Importance of self-coaching and recognizing self-worth during transitions.
  • Lessons Learned:

    • Reaffirmed belief that everything happens for a reason.
    • Allowed herself to experience the full range of emotions during the process.
    • Encouraged embracing change and trusting the universe.

Future Plans

  • Living Her Best Life:
    • Emphasizes excitement for the future, social life, and further growth.
    • Plans to share more lifestyle and social content on YouTube and other platforms.
    • Ongoing themes of self-improvement, dating, and social interactions planned for future podcasts.

Conclusion

  • Thanks listeners for support and promises more content related to personal growth and lifestyle.

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