Off the Paigee

You guys know how important mental health is to me. So, when I saw people attacking Simone Biles for tending to her mental health, I knew I needed to say something. There's nothing more heartbreaking to me than people being bullied. I won't lie; I'm filled with a tiny bit of rage in this episode. I might also go off on a couple of rants. But that's what we're all here for, right? I think you might need snacks for this one. Be prepared! That's all I'm saying. So, go ahead and pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, and come with me Off the Paigee. 

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I woke up and chose to rant today. I've been struggling with reintegrating back into "normal" life. I've been pushing myself a little too hard; I know I'm not alone. I've been dealing with burnout for the last few weeks. With the world going from 0-60 in under 2 seconds, I wanted to bring awareness to the issue. There is no doubt in my mind that we're all going to experience burnout in one form or another. So, I've brought my thoughts and opinions on the matter. Discussing mental health is more important than ever! It's what we're here for. So, go ahead and pop those headphones on, turn the volume up and come with me Off the Paigee. 

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This is a different kind of episode. With everything surrounding the free Britney movement, I wanted to share some of my thoughts and feelings. So, get ready for ranting! This is an all over the place, emotionally driven episode! Go ahead and pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, and come with me Off the Paigee. 

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We've got a super special episode today! It's our 1st anniversary. Can you believe we've been at this for a year? I, for one, can't. It's also a birthday edition. I turned 26 last week; this is how I want to celebrate it. Today, we're tackling Vogue's 73 questions. Who's ready for the rapid-fire questioning? Go ahead and pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, and come with me Off the Paigee. 

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It's solar eclipse day, Gemini season, and Mercury is in its second retrograde of the year, which means it's an astrology episode! I've always been fascinated by astrology. As I'm getting older, I'm starting to see a side of astrology I've never experienced before. No more horoscopes telling me I'm going to fall in love with someone I'll *most likely never meet. I want to learn about what really goes into it. Today, we're tackling it all! We're breaking down three different types of Gemini, learning about a rare eclipse, and speaking the truth about Mercury in retrograde. Please, join my cosmic journey! Go ahead and pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, and come with me Off the Paigee. 

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It's officially here! The Friends reunion episode dropped a week ago. Which means I've got some stuff to say. I was so excited to watch this episode. But I'm even more excited to share it with all of you! I was super careful to leave out any spoilers, so you don't need to watch the episode to listen. However, I 10/10 recommend watching the episode. But we'll get to that. Go ahead and pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, and come with me Off the Paigee.

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I’ve been feeling a lot of growth lately. Which usually isn’t something I experience. For the first time in my life, I’m feeling a sense of confidence. This new confidence has ignited a flame in me that I’m not going to ignore. I want to start a self-love journey. I want to love myself unconditionally. As someone who’s never felt worthy of confidence or self-love, I’m going for it! I’m bringing all of my friends with me. Are you guys ready? Am I ready? We’re going to find out together! So, go ahead and pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, and come with me Off the Paigee. 

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I'm heavily inspired by the world around me. So, I wanted to share some personal growth. I haven't felt at home in myself in a very long time. And it's taken me a very long time to realize why. I've let every aspect of my life be influenced by the people I've chosen to surround myself with. That ends right now with all of you! I'm taking my life back and taking you with me. I'm sharing some harsh realizations and ditching the candy-coating. I'm also sharing the steps I'm taking to get back to myself. I hope you're ready for a very personal episode! Go ahead and pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, and come with me Off the Paigee. 

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Do you know what day it is? It's Thursday, but not just any Thursday. It's THROWBACK THURSDAY! Yes, we haven't had a throwback Thursday in a while. So, I went way back, back to the beginning. This is one of the first blog posts I ever put together. In this post, I talk all about the levels of friendship. When I originally wrote this piece, I was in a different headspace. So, there are a lot of mixed emotions in today's episode! Grab your friends! Grab a cup of coffee or maybe a glass of wine! Go ahead and pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, and come with me Off the Paigee. 

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That is the eternal question. With so many streaming services, what do you choose? My friends, we're figuring that out together! I'm currently subscribed to 5 different streaming services. I thought it would be fun to go through and see what's worth it. We're using a skip it or stream it scale to decide the worth of each service. I'm also sharing a few of my current favorites from each. We can all agree that I'm not cool enough to be sponsored by any of these services. So, you know what that means! These are all of my thoughts, feelings, and opinions. I'm an unbiased party keeping it real. Go ahead and pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, and come with me Off the Paigee. 

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*Trigger Warning* We're discussing body image issues, photoshop, and plastic surgery. If any of the topics make you uncomfortable or triggered, please click out! I have other episodes that are much more lighthearted that I promise you'll love! I saw a YouTube video that gave me a lot of feelings. Some of those feelings were positive, but others were not as good. She started a conversation about the use of photoshop and plastic surgery among celebrities/influencers. Today, we're focusing on normalizing photoshop/plastic surgery and encouraging an end to unrealistic standards! I've got stuff to say, so I hope you're ready! Go ahead and pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, and come with me Off the Paigee.

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Spring is in the air! All I have to say is, it's about freakin' time. I'm not sure about any of you, but spring is the time for a fresh start. Kind of like the New Year, new month, and new Monday; we're starting the right way. What is the first thing you think of when you think of spring cleaning? For me, it's cleaning out my closet, switching my bedding, and moving some furniture; anything to give me those fresh vibes. This year I decided to take it one step further. I'm spring cleaning everything. And I mean EVERYTHING. Today, we're Marie Kondo(ing) our lives. If it's not bringing joy, it's got to go! So, grab a cup of coffee and join me in the cleaning extravaganza of the year! Go ahead and pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, and come with me Off the Paigee. 

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*Trigger Warning* This episode discusses body issues, recovery programs, and disordered eating. Today, I'm going to share the most honest side of me. I have anorexia. I've been living with it for a decade. I've also struggled with body-dysmorphic disorder for most of my life. I've recently seen some stories about the increase in struggles with body image. I've also seen a variety of influencers address their weight gain. All of these things have inspired me to speak up and speak out! What we say to one another really does affect us, even if we don't realize it. I'm a perfect example of that. So, here is my story! If you're struggling right now, I want you to know you're never alone! I love you all; thank you for listening. 

I've missed you guys! I'm back from an impromptu spring break! Like most of my episodes, I'm bringing you some of my recent struggles. Everything has been feeling off-kilter lately, so it's time to find balance again. I'm sharing five tips that have helped me find balance again. They're super easy and feasible, I promise. So, whether you're feeling overwhelmed currently or are just preparing for your next overwhelming moment, I've got your back! Go ahead and pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, and come with me Off the Paigee. 

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We did the dating episode. Now we're doing the moving on episode. My moving-on phase is a time in my life that is embarrassing. I didn't handle it well at all. There was no independent person energy present! So, today I'm sharing my experiences as well as how I wish my experiences went. Hindsight, am I right? Whether you're currently going through a breakup or you're just looking for something entertaining, we've got it all right here!   Go ahead and pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, and come with me Off the Paigee. 

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It's a dating episode! I'm sharing some of my experiences with all of you. I'm not a seasoned dater, but I think I have some solid opinions. We're covering the basics. We're starting with the casual stuff and ending with self-love. I'm also talking a little about my time as a serial monogamous. We're looking into dating culture too! Will you find me on tinder? You're going to have to listen to find out! I'm sharing a couple of male perspectives as well. So, it's just a dating party. Go ahead and pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, and come with me Off the Paigee. 

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Do you know what I love most about podcasting? I get to talk to my friends once a week. So, when I have an epiphany, I get to share it with all of you right away! That's right! It's our first epiphany episode. Today I want to talk about validation and the need for others' acceptance. Spoiler alert, we don't need it! I want to share my experiences. Tell you about a couple of struggles I've worked through and what it means to accept things. We're keeping things personal. So, get a cup of coffee or something just as cozy. Go ahead and pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, and come with me Off the Paigee. 

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It's another personal episode! But this time we're going to make it a little more fun. It's like we're at a sleepover, going through tiger beat, trying to decide what kind of people we are. I've always been fascinated by personality tests. So, my curiosity has gotten the best of me. I Googled three different personality tests and completed them with all of you. We're going to see what the difference is, if any, between each one. Along the way, we're going to learn what kind of person I am together. What better people to do that with than your friends? I hope you're ready for a long ride! Go ahead and pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, and come with me Off the Paigee. 

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**I do want to insert a trigger warning. I never want my content to make someone feel uncomfortable or put them in a bad headspace. So, if discussing depression makes you uncomfortable, this might not be the episode for you. I have 26 others that I think you'll enjoy! 

I'm vibing our deep conversations, so today we're going to have another. I want to talk about depression. I'm someone who has dealt with depression for years. I think in recent years, we've brought more light to mental health struggles. However, we don't talk enough about it! It's important to keep the conversations going. We're still living through unprecedented times, which can take a toll on anyone's mental health. I'm going to be sharing some of the things I do to help with depression. This is a judgement-free zone! So, grab something comforting. You already know I have a fresh cup of coffee. Go ahead and pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, and come with me Off the Paigee.  

I am in no way, shape, or form a trained professional. So, I'm going to include a few things for resources! 

I'm dedicating this episode to my late pop, who passed away six months ago. He would say, "whatever you are, be a good one." I haven't been living up to those expectations. Today, I want to share a little about my family. I also want to share what that means to me. This was a hard episode to record. But I think it's filled with some words we all need to hear from time to time. So, prepare yourself for a few sappy moments. Go grab the coffee! Pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, and come with me Off the Paigee.  

This one is for you pop, rest easy. 

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This episode was originally supposed to be the last one of January. As you'll hear, I had some technical difficulties. But the idea behind this episode was trying to figure out where I belong. I thought the beginning of the year would be a great time to figure it out. I've always branded my content as lifestyle, but is it? That's what we're going to figure out today. I have some questions that I'm asking and answering. Like, what is a niche. Or do I belong in one. I consider you guys to be my friends. I value your opinions! So, I'm leaving it up to you. Pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, and come with me Off the Paigee. 

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We can use all the good vibes we can get! Today, we're inviting those good vibes to come and hang out with us. Learning to manifest is one of my 21 resolutions. It's been one of those things that I've wanted to do. I'm finally getting to it. I'm bringing all of you with me! Today is all about the basics, but I will be documenting everything over on my blog. So, if you haven't subscribed yet, make sure you do! I hear about manifesting all the time. I've heard nothing but good things, but does it work? That's what we're here to learn. So, I hope you have your coffee ready. Go ahead and pop those headphones on, turn the volume up and come with me Off the Paigee. 

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It's my favorite day of the week. It's podcast day! One of the things I love most about podcast day; is being able to have an honest conversation with all of you. I'm trying to make the most out of this year. To do that, I need to work through a few things. One of those things is comparing myself to everyone else. In this episode, I'm opening up about my experience with comparing myself to everyone. We're covering physical comparisons as well as milestone comparisons. The beginning half of this episode does touch on personal body issues. It's nothing extensive, but I do want to insert a possible trigger warning. I never want to make anyone feel uncomfortable. So, feel free to skip the first 6 minutes after the intro if need be! Other than that, I hope you're ready for a raw conversation. Grab some coffee! Maybe, keep a few snacks on hand. Go ahead and pop those headphones on. Turn the volume up and come with me Off the Paigee!

*Don't forget to share your favorite episode with someone* 

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Happy New Year! We've made it through the first week of the year. I have big plans for 2021. But before we get to those, let's talk about resolutions. 21, resolutions to be exact. 2020 put a lot of things into perspective. I want to make sure that we all get the most out of 2021. I've set 21 goals to ensure ample success. Some of the main focuses include better health, happiness, and musical hobbies. Say it with me, 2021 will be our year! The universe owes us all one. So, grab your coffee, pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, and come with me Off the Paigee. 

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Merry Christmas, Happy holidays! Happy Thursday! I just wanted to drop into your feeds with a quick holiday edition. Today we're wrapping up 2020! We're saying goodbye a week early to enjoy our holidays the right way. I hope you all have an amazing holiday. If you don't celebrate the holidays, I hope you have an amazing Thursday. Thank you so much for listening! It means the world to me. I'll be back next week to kick off the New Year. So go ahead & pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, & come with me Off the Paigee. 

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We're putting a new twist on my typical lists. Today I'm letting someone else write the list & giving my opinion. With Christmas being a week away, I thought it would be fun to see where some of the top Christmas movies stand. I found a BuzzFeed article listing 17 popular movies from worst to best according to IMDb. Let's just say we didn't agree all that much. Things might get a little controversial. So, grab yourself a drink and maybe some popcorn. Then be sure to pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, & come with me Off the Paigee. 

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Hello, everyone! Today we're having a candid conversation. I'm opening up about some of my mental health struggles & discussing my latest battle with anxiety. I may have also been anxious throughout this entire episode. I'm talking a little bit about how I deal with anxiety & the importance of taken care of your mental health. So whether you have anxiety or other mental health struggles or you know someone who does, you're going to want to check out this episode! I also want you all to know I'm here for you. I may just seem like a voice in your headphones, but I'm also a person. I consider you all to be my best friends! So, grab a cup of coffee or another beverage of your choice. Pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, & come with me Off the Paigee. 

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Welcome back to another episode. Today I'm getting real ranty as we talk about confidence. I have some opinions & I'm excited to share them with all of you. I'll be sharing some of my experiences as well as getting into what confidence means to me. I've got my holiday coffee & my holiday movies. I've come prepared today! So, go grab your beverage of choice & make sure you get all cozy. Pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, & come with me Off the Paigee. 

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Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I hope you all have a happy & safe holiday! I just wanted to give you all a short, sweet, & to the point kind of episode today. Maybe you're cooking dinner or spending time with loved ones or maybe you're on a long drive & just need a break. Hopefully, this episode will entertain for a bit. I'm so thankful for all of you & it means the world to me that you listen to these episodes. So, in our covid times, it's important to appreciate everything. I want you all to know you're appreciated! So, grab some coffee or Thanksgiving goodies. Pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, & come with me Off the Paigee! 

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Guess who's back, back again. Shady's back tell a friend. I'm sorry I couldn't resist. But I am B A C K! You should also tell all your friends. The more the merrier, am I right? It's been a little while since I've spoken to all of you. I have missed you all so much. Like all of the other episodes, we are getting real and rantie. It's also a throwback Thursday! I've been feeling like a failure the last couple of weeks & I wanted to talk about it. I feel like we push failures under the rug because they can be an uncomfortable topic. However, things are rarely uncomfortable here on Off the Paigee.  I'm sharing with all of you why I feel like such a failure, how I've been coping, & the importance of sharing your failures. So I hope you have a fresh cup of coffee & maybe some snacks. Get ready to pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, & come with me Off the Paigee!

Happy Halloween! It's a special Halloween edition to wrap up this year's October spooky season series. I'm sharing some of my favorite crimes with all of you! We're talking Ted Bundy, Aileen Wuornos, & of course O.J. Simpson. Plus a few others! So, grab your friends & some fresh cups of coffee. Go ahead & pop your phone on speaker, turn the volume up, & come with me Off the Paigee!

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Welcome back to another sneaky Sunday edition! Today I decided to explore Reddit & see what I could find. So, I hope you have a listening friend, a freshly brewed cup of coffee, & you've got all the lights on because I have some scary stories for you. Go ahead & pop your phone on speaker, turn the volume up, & come with me Off the Paigee. 

Disclaimer *I DO NOT OWN ANY OF THESE STORIES! I PULLED THEM FROM REDDIT & THEY WILL BE LINKED BELOW THE DISCLAIMER.*

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Would it be an Off the Paigee series without at least one list? I didn't think so either. Today we're looking into 10 of the top "cult classic" horror flicks. I'll be honest, I had no idea I had so much to say about films I have & have not seen. But here we are! I don't know how informative this episode is going to be, but I promise it's super entertaining. So, grab a listening friend & brew a fresh cup of coffee because you're going to need it. Then pop your phone on speaker, turn the volume up, & come with me Off the Paigee.

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Hey, hi, hello! We're here with a sneaky Sunday upload for our 2nd episode in the October series. I'm a huge fan of true crime and I'm almost always listening to a podcast on the subject. Like, True Crime Obsessed, Crime Junkies, Obsessed with Disappeared, and pretty much any other podcast out there. I knew that October would be the perfect time to try a little true crime myself, so that's what we're doing today. We're looking into the man who killed Halloween. Better known as the Candyman Killer. In this episode, we're going to take a look at what happened that night and what drove a man to do such unthinkable things. Make sure you have your coffee ready, a friend nearby! Go ahead and put your phone on speaker, turn the volume up, and come with me Off the Paigee! 

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It's officially here! The greatest time of the year. We're kicking our October series off with a little haunt. We're talking about Amityville and the lesser discussed haunting in Connecticut. That's right, it's not just a horror flick from 09'. It was based on true events, but how true are these events? In this episode, we're going to dig a little deeper into the Snedeker's experience back in 1986. But we will be keeping it a little on the cleaner side. The Demons and not great humans involved in this case have made some questionable decisions in life and death. Be warned: I do not recommend listening alone! So, click that speaker button, turn the volume and maybe the lights up, and come with me Off the Paigee.

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I've been having a rough time lately & my life has been feeling out of control. So, this week we're getting organized & taking back control! I'm sharing some of my go-to tips for organizing. We're organizing everything from our places to our emotions. Grab your coffee, pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, & come with me Off the Paigee.

We're kicking off September with procrastination. We all procrastinate. So today we're asking why & looking at a few different ways to combat the need for procrastination. I'm sharing some of my most utilized tips over coffee. By the end of this episode, you'll be giving up your residency at the procrastination station. So, pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, & come with me off the Paigee.

It's a throwback Thursday! We're doing a lucky dip & pulling from the archives of my blog. This might be a subject I covered a few months ago, but it's just as relevant now as it was then. We're talking about stress. More specifically, my 4 key things for getting through stressful times. So, if you're starting to feel the stress or maybe you're like me & always feel the stress; this is the podcast episode for you! Pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, & come with me Off the Paigee.

We are getting right into it today! We're talking about inspiration vs. passion & what the real connection is between the two. I'm also very obsessed with T.Swift's Folklore, but who isn't! So, I'll be covering what her new music has done for me emotionally & mentally. I know how hard it can be to stay inspired or even following passions right now, so I'm here to help keep you motivated. & who knows, maybe even a little inspired. Grab your caffeine of choice, pop those headphones on, & come with me off the Paigee.

Hey, hi, hello, & welcome back to another episode! For today's episode, we're going to be tackling misunderstandings. How to deal with being misunderstood & how to handle misunderstandings. We'll take a deeper look at some of the things I struggle with when it comes to being misunderstood. We'll also talk a little about the real world & the advantages we should be taking to create a more understanding environment Be sure to stay to the very end to hear what it's REALLY like recording! Get your coffee ready as we pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, and come with me off the Paigee! 

This week we're tackling routines. We're looking into the importance of maintaining a routine, what changes to your routine can do for you, and how we've adapted new routines in these uncertain times. I'm also sharing some of my favorite routine additions that have gotten me through in this glass half full world. I've got my iced coffee ready, so grab something caffeinated, pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, & come with me off the Paigee! 

This week we're doing things a little differently. I've ditched all my talking points, so we could have a heart to heart kind of conversation. We're discussing the fear of failure, the importance of humanizing, & the seeds society is planting. So join me over coffee {or a beverage of your choice} & pop your headphones on, turn the volume up, & come me off the Paigee. 

We are back with our second episode & we're talking all things summer fashion. We're covering some of the hottest tips, tricks, & trends while dealing with a few insecurities. So, pop those headphones on, turn the volume up, & come with me off the Paigee. 

Hey, hi, hello! My name is Aly & welcome to my first official podcast! Where everything is thoughtfully strung together by endless amounts of caffeine. In our first episode, you'll get to know me in a more unconventional way. We're looking into 25 life lessons that I've learned in 25 years. Yes, yes this is the one where she turns 25! So pop your headphones on, turn the volume up, & join me off the Paigee.