habitual podcast
hailey alexis
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Habitual Podcast is about intentionally customizing your life to make it as pleasure-filled as possible and building a life you genuinely love. It explores how noticing beauty in everything can become addictive and, once habitual, help life fall into place. The show also points listeners to its social media presence under @habitualpod on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
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5 micro morning habits that changed my life 21.10.2026 21mwelcome back to habitual. this week i’m sharing the five micro morning habits that are my absolute non-negotiables, the ones that have genuinely changed how my days feel. nothing crazy here, no 5am wake ups and no mystery concoctions, just tiny things you can stack onto your existing morning. i’m talking about gratitude the second your alarm goes off, warm water within the first ten minutes, eating before you have any caffeine (this one has done so much for my anxiety), a protein heavy breakfast, and moving your body in the silliest, easiest way possible. i also get into why each one works, from your brain waves in the morning to why breakfast matters more than we think. small changes really do add up to big ones, and this is proof. also, the habitual newsletter just launched, so make sure you sign up!follow & listeninstagram: @habitualpodtiktok: @habitualpodcastyoutube: @habitualpodcastnewsletter and website: habitual-podcast.comkeywordsmicro morning habits, morning routine for anxiety, healthy morning routine, morning habits that changed my life, gratitude practice morning, drink warm water in the morning, eat before caffeine, caffeine and anxiety, high protein breakfast, why breakfast is important, habit stacking, easy morning routine, morning routine for beginners, non negotiable morning habits, dancing in the morning, morning movement, nervous system regulation, lymphatic drainage morning, morning routine no 5am, self improvement podcast -
storytime: my first half marathon (and 3 things i wish i knew) 14.10.2026 38mwelcome back to habitual. this past sunday i ran my first ever half marathon, it was not what i expected, and i’m recording this while it’s still fresh so i can process it with you. i signed up one week before the race, trained on flat ground, and then found out what 1300 feet of elevation gain actually feels like. in this episode i’m sharing everything i wish i knew before race day, from underestimating the hills to not having a running playlist, the signs, cowbells, and strangers that made it special, and the moment a woman dancing on a hill changed my whole perspective.follow & listeninstagram: @habitualpodtiktok: @habitualpodcastyoutube: @habitualpodcastkeywordsfirst half marathon recap, half marathon tips for beginners, things i wish i knew before my first half marathon, elevation gain running, running hills for beginners, half marathon training, how to run a half marathon, first race experience, running for beginners, zone 2 running, race day tips, running playlist, doing hard things, getting out of your comfort zone, running motivation, half marathon with one week of training, running mental health, beginner runner podcast, self improvement podcast, find joy in the struggle -
embracing silliness as a form of self care 07.10.2026 32mwelcome back to habitual. i had a rough start to my morning today, lots of anxiety and brain fog, so i did the thing that always helps and had a full blown solo dance party in my living room. and it worked so fast that i had to come talk to you about it. this episode is about why dancing it out is one of the most underrated coping mechanisms for anxiety and depression, the exact songs i turn to depending on how bad it's gotten, why we need more silliness and play in our lives, and why i'm realizing i've been taking everything way too seriously lately, including my upcoming half marathon this weekend. plus my daily delight at the end, as always.follow & listeninstagram: @habitualpodtiktok: @habitualpodcastyoutube: @habitualpodcastkeywordshow to cope with anxiety, dancing for anxiety relief, movement is medicine, nervous system regulation, vagus nerve stimulation, anxiety coping mechanisms, how to stop overthinking, importance of play as an adult, self care routine, mental health podcast, anxiety relief tips, grounding techniques, how to be less serious, radical silliness, dance therapy, anxiety and depression coping, mind body connection, daily delight, self improvement podcast, gratitude practice -
venus retrograde guide for beginners, what it is and what to do 30.09.2026 44mwelcome back to habitual. i am so excited for this one because we're talking about venus retrograde, which is way less talked about than mercury retrograde but JUST as important. i'm breaking it down beginner friendly style, what venus retrograde actually means, why it only happens every 18 months, why this one specifically starts in scorpio before shifting into libra, and the honest dos and don'ts for relationships, beauty decisions, and big life choices while we're in it. plus we end with rapid fire horoscopes by rising sign, so make sure you know yours before you hit play. let's get into it.follow & listenfind more of habitual here:instagram: @habitualpodtiktok: @habitualpodcastyoutube: @habitualpodcastdon't forget to follow & leave a review, it helps more than you know!keywordsvenus retrograde 2026, venus retrograde meaning, venus retrograde dates, what is venus retrograde, venus retrograde scorpio, venus retrograde relationships, astrology for beginners, rising sign horoscopes, venus retrograde dos and donts, mercury retrograde vs venus retrograde, astrology podcast, venus in scorpio, venus in libra, retrograde season, self improvement podcast, astrology 101, rising sign astrology, venus retrograde love life, venus retrograde beauty, venus retrograde advice -
fall is here, libra season is here, and so is a full moon! 23.09.2026 27mwelcome back to habitual. full disclosure, i'm fighting off the flu this week so this one's a little shorter and a little more scattered than usual, but i wasn't about to skip it. today we're talking about everything happening right now cosmically and seasonally: the autumnal equinox, the start of libra season, and the full moon in aries coming up this saturday. we're getting into why fall is objectively the best season, what balance and release actually look like right now, and i'm leaving you with some actionable rituals and journal prompts to help you ease into this new chapter.follow & listeninstagram: @habitualpodtiktok: @habitualpodcastyoutube: @habitualpodcastkeywordsautumnal equinox, libra season, full moon in aries, fall rituals, autumn journal prompts, release ritual, full moon ritual, mabon, astrology for beginners, seasonal reset, journal prompts for autumn, simmer pot recipe, moon rituals, balance and boundaries, astrology podcast, self improvement podcast, fall self care, new season new chapter, libra energy, autumn equinox meaning -
4 self love hot tips and tricks! 16.09.2026 40mwelcome back to habitual. i made an actual list for this one (yes i'm consulting my notebook, no i don't care how that looks lol) because i had some realizations recently and wanted to bring you along. today i'm sharing four self love hot tips, really more like mindset shifts, that have genuinely changed how i treat myself. we're talking why you deserve the same grace you'd give your best friend, why your worth never changes even while you're growing, why talking to and about yourself matters way more than you think, and why your past does not get to define who you are today. it's a good one, a little chaotic per usual, but full of stuff i actually believe. let's get into it.follow & listenfind more of habitual here:instagram: @habitualpod tiktok: @habitualpodcastyoutube: @habitualpodcastkeywordsself love tips, self love mindset shifts, self forgiveness, how to stop being hard on yourself, self worth vs self improvement, positive self talk, mirror work, stop negative self talk, your past does not define you, confidence building habits, self identity, self perception, self compassion practice, self love podcast, self improvement podcast, healing your inner critic, how to talk to yourself kindly, radical self love, mindset reset, becoming who you want to be -
new moon in virgo: how to use these last 4 months of the year 09.09.2026 41mwelcome back to habitual. let's talk about the new moon in virgo, because it's genuinely stopping me in my tracks this week. i'm breaking down what a new moon actually means (clean slate, seed planting, time to go inward), why this specific one hits different since it's the first new moon after eclipse season, and why virgo energy is pushing us to get precise instead of vague with our intentions. we're getting specific, we're getting honest about where our time actually goes, and we're doing it all from a place of self love, not shame. keywordsnew moon in virgo, new moon rituals, manifestation tips, setting intentions, the great lock in, virgo season, astrology for beginners, moon cycles explained, self improvement podcast, self love not shame, how to manifest effectively, fall reset routine, q4 goals, glow up before end of year, self respect habits, virgo sixth house, refine your routine, astrology podcast, new moon manifestation, discomfort and growth.follow & listeninstagram: @habitualpodtiktok: @habitualpodcastyoutube: @habitualpodcast -
your time is the most valuable thing you own–act like it 02.09.2026 37mhi hi, welcome back to another week of habitual. we are officially in the busiest season of my year and honestly it's a lot, but today i'm sharing the habits and routines that keep me from feeling completely overwhelmed when everything is happening at once. we're talking about the power of saying no (to other people AND to yourself), protecting your time like the finite resource it actually is, why i went part time at my job, and the small non-negotiables — sleep, walks, gratitude lists — that keep me grounded no matter how busy life gets. LETS GET IT!find more of habitual here:instagram: @habitualpodtiktok: @habitualpodcastyoutube: @habitualpodkeywordshow to say no, protecting your peace, boundaries for women, busy season self care, time management habits, sustainable happiness, going part time, prioritizing sleep, self respect habits, people pleasing recovery, protecting your energy, self care routine, morning routine habits, gratitude journaling, walking for mental health, women's boundaries podcast, self improvement podcast, work life balance, burnout prevention, time is the most valuable resource -
how to feel like yourself again (a step by step reset) 26.08.2026 34mwelcome back to another week of habitual. this episode is a little different because i'm literally recording it mid-reset lol. i spent the last few days in a full blown funk and almost didn't show up today because of it, but instead i walked myself through the exact steps that pulled me out of it and figured why not bring you guys along for the ride. we're talking journaling (or voice memos if journaling isn't your thing), actually sitting with your emotions instead of avoiding them, the reset that comes from an "everything shower," and the one step that always seems to seal the deal for me. hope it helps you the way it helped me.follow & listenfind more of habitual here:instagram: @habitualpodtiktok: @habitualpodcastyoutube: @habitualpodkeywordsgetting out of a funk, how to reset your mindset, self care routine, journaling for mental health, voice notes vs journaling, everything shower, glow up routine, habit reset, feeling like yourself again, mental health podcast, self improvement podcast, becoming your highest self, identity shift, comfort zone growth, daily habits routine, mood reset tips, funk recovery, self love routine, confidence reset, podcast for girls -
5 habits that completely changed my relationship 19.08.2026 37mep. 026new episode of habitual is here and i'm getting into something a little more personal today, the habits that actually changed my relationship. i've been with my boyfriend jacob for 8 years and i'm breaking down 5 things we started doing that made everything smoother. we're talking not making assumptions about how your partner feels or what they're thinking, learning to take space during conflict instead of forcing the conversation, and reengaging with reassurance and repair instead of ego.follow on socials @habitualpod on instagram and youtube, @habitualpodcast on tiktokkeywordsrelationship habits, healthy relationship tips, long term relationship advice, how to stop fighting with your partner, conflict resolution in relationships, taking space in a relationship, not making assumptions relationship, relationship communication tips, long term couple advice, habitual podcast, relationship podcast, 8 year relationship advice, how to fix fights with your partner, emotional regulation relationship, relationship growth tips -
solar eclipse in leo: passion, purpose & following your heart 12.08.2026 42mep. 025 this episode i dive into the leo solar eclipse, a rare new moon eclipse amplified by jupiter's presence in leo for the first time in 12 years.in this episode:why this solar eclipse is a new moon on steroidswhat it means that the sun, moon, and jupiter are all in leowhy jupiter being in leo only happens once every 12 yearsthe leo/aquarius axis and what it's asking of uswhy leo rules the heart and what that means for passion and authenticityreleasing self doubt and the need for external validationthe shadow side of leo energy (ego)why decisions, not dates, are the real portalswhy eclipse season isn't the best time for manifestingmy daily delight and weekly gratitude segmentfollow along: instagram and youtube @habitualpod, tiktok @habitualpodcastkeywordsleo eclipse, solar eclipse 2026, eclipse season, leo season, jupiter in leo, new moon in leo, astrology podcast, astrology for beginners, spiritual awakening, follow your heart, follow your passion, authenticity, self expression, self discovery, self worth, ego death, heart centered living, creative energy, creative expression, manifestation, energy update, cosmic update, zodiac signs, birth chart, transits, planetary alignment, lionsgate portal, sun and moon in leo, leo energy, big leo energy, catalyst for change, new beginnings, release self doubt, external validation, living authentically, follow your desires, soul purpose, divine timing -
the real reason i started talking about my mental health online 05.08.2026 46mep. 024its basically been six months of habitual! yay! i took it upon myself to revisit my goals and intentions for this podcast, and decided what better way to do so, than here, on the podcast, and explaining it all to you! in this episode:why i started habitual and what i hope never changes about itthe difference between "advice" and "personal experience," and why that distinction matters to mean honest mental health update: anxiety, panic attacks, and healing that isn't linearmy mission statement: "joy has a habit of returning"customization over optimization, the real difference makera reminder that i'm talking to myself as much as i'm talking to youthis week's daily delights and upcoming camping plansfollow along: instagram and youtube @habitualpod, tiktok @habitualpodcastkeywordsmental health podcast, personal growth, healing is not linear, anxiety journey, self improvement, gratitude practice, joy, customization not optimization, habitual podcast, solo episode, podcast check in, six month milestone, panic attacks recovery, daily delights, voice memo podcast -
why loose structure changed my life (and how to build it) 29.07.2026 32mthis week i'm getting into how i've been rebuilding my weekly routine after going part time and working from home. i talk about the difference between a rigid routine and a loose rhythm, and why giving myself flexibility instead of strict rules has made it so much easier to actually follow through on my goals. i walk you through my whole planning process, using notion, my calendar, and starting small with weekly goals like running, recording, and getting back into my astrology course. i also get into why understanding your hormonal cycle is so important when you're building a rhythm for your week, and how i use the app stardust to track mine. this episode is all about creating structure that works with your life instead of against it, and doing it from a place of self love, not self punishment.follow on socials @habitualpod on instagram & youtube, @habitualpodcast on tiktok------keywordsroutine vs rhythm, weekly planning, habit building, notion planner, calendar hacks, adhd productivity, self love habits, work from home routine, part time job routine, weekly goals, hormonal cycle tracking, menstrual cycle awareness, stardust app, astrology, full moon intentions, jupiter in leo, identity based habits, atomic habits, loose structure, sustainable habits, self improvement podcast, productivity for women, intuitive living, quarterly reset -
why you shouldn't wait for a wake up call to reassess your values 22.07.2026 44mep. 022 this week i'm sharing something really personal with you, a tough family health scare that turned into one of the biggest growth moments of my year. i'm talking guilt, gratitude, and the wake up call that pushed me to start living way more in alignment with what actually matters to me. i get into how i built a value system that makes my decisions so much easier, why i took the leap to go part time at my job, and i'm giving you homework to help you figure out your own priorities too, no tragedy required. this episode is all about choosing yourself, choosing your time, and choosing to live a life you love starting now.follow along on socials! @habitualpod on instagram/youtube @habitualpodcast on tikok Keywordsgrief, mortality, guilt, life values, living intentionally, self improvement, work life balance, part time job, quarter life crisis, your 20s, personal growth, mental health, family health scare, icu, hospital, regret, courage, decision making, daily delight, nature therapy, movement, friendship, emotional processing, wake up call, life advice, podcast for women, solo episode -
the balancing act of being in your twenties 08.07.2026 34mep. 0212 i just got back from a four day camping trip and something clicked for me this weekend. i've always been an all or nothing person, especially when it comes to drinking, either fully indulging or cutting it out completely. but this trip i actually found the line and i want to talk about it. we're getting into the complicated relationship between taking care of yourself and still being able to have fun in your twenties, why finding the middle is so much harder than picking an extreme, and how i'm learning to trust my body instead of defaulting to old patterns!follow along on socials! @habitualpod on tiktok, instagram, and youtube!keywordsbalance in your twenties, all or nothing mindset, drinking and anxiety, sober curious, health and wellness in your twenties, how to stop being all or nothing, mindset shift, drinking in your twenties, listening to your body, habit change, self trust, two truths at once, customizing your life, alcohol and anxiety, having fun and being healthy, habitual podcast, twenties growth, behavior patterns, drinking culture, finding balance -
this week's astrology—your mid-year reset starts here 01.07.2026 35mep.020 TWENTIETH EPISODE! it's the halfway point of the year and the planets are giving us the perfect reset energy. i'm touching on a few of this week's biggest astrological events including the full moon in capricorn, mercury retrograde, and a couple of major planetary shifts and how to use the energy. first time bringing astrology to the pod! what are we keeping, what are we leaving behind, and how do we make the next six months count!follow along on socials: @habitualpod on instagram, tiktok, youtubekeywordsfull moon in capricorn, capricorn full moon july, mid-year reset, astrology for beginners, mercury retrograde july, mars in gemini, jupiter in leo, how to use astrology, goal check-in, habits and growth, atomic habits, time passages app, rising sign astrology, hellenistic astrology, whole sign houses, saturn energy, mid-year reflection, manifesting goals, decisions are portals, shifting timelines, habitual -
everything happens for a reason (even when it sucks) 24.06.2026 53mep. 019 okay so this one went somewhere i wasn't expecting but i'm so glad it did. i'm talking about my personal philosophy on hard seasons of life-childhood stuff, family stuff, the shitty month i just had, all of it. i share a little bit about my upbringing and then get into why i genuinely believe the hard things are some of the most defining moments of our lives. i came up with this analogy about a backpack full of rocks during a brain dump before recording and ended up just running with it lol. we're talking about the weight you've been carrying without even knowing it, what happens when life forces you to put it down, and why i wouldn't change a single part of my story. also some tv recs at the end because prime has been feeding me and i had to share!follow along on socials @habitualpod on instagram, tiktok, and youtubekeywordspersonal growth, hard seasons, difficult times, healing journey, mindset shift, resilience, trauma, self-discovery, limiting beliefs, emotional healing, podcast, habitual, mental health, life philosophy, optimism, subconscious beliefs, moving forward, self-love -
how living by just four agreements will change your life 17.06.2026 40mep. 018 when reflecting on things or beliefs that changed my life, one stands at the very forefront: the four agreements by don miguel ruiz. i have used these agreements as guidelines for years and have seen a significant improvement in my quality of life because of them. there's only four, they're simple, easy, and can be interpreted however works best for you. here is how i use them as guiding pillars in my own life, and why i think you should use them too!follow along on socials @habitualpod on tiktok, instagram, and youtube!keywordsthe four agreements, personal development, self-improvement, mindfulness, mental health, life lessons, authenticity, peace, self-love -
how i stay hopeful when life feels heavy (and full of anxiety) 10.06.2026 31mep. 017 WOW okay. tbh i have been going THROUGH IT!!! like seriously. anxiety has been following me like a stalker these past couple weeks, and even though i was in no mood to film or talk, i did it anyways. half therapy session, half delusion induced thoughts, i give you my real and raw reaction to what ive been experiencing lately. follow along on socials @habitualpod on instagram, tiktok, and youtube keywordsmental health, self-care, anxiety, resilience, authenticity, positivity, self-love, personal growth, mental health days, emotional honesty -
the power of living authentically: fuck the noise 03.06.2026 40mep.016 on this week's episode, i'm talking about what it really means to trust yourself, follow your heart, and make decisions based on what you genuinely want instead of what everyone else expects of you. we explore the power of small daily shifts, why self-trust is crucial for decision-making, and how tools like astrology and spending time in nature can help you get clear on what feels aligned for your life. woo!follow along on socials: @habitualpod on instagram, tiktok, youtubekeywordsself-trust, authenticity, life decisions, astrology, routines, happiness, personal growth, intuition, societal expectations, living authentically
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