I Wasn't Ready For This
By Raquel Alfaro
I Wasn't Ready For ThisApr 13, 2023
Chasing A Financial Stream feat. Evelyn Tatiana
This is your official invitation to the IWRFT Guest series. A place where you'll learn unique stories, gain perspective, and advice from people. This week Raquel is joined by entrepreneur & business owner Evelyn Tatiana. They discuss topics around experiencing micro-aggressions, misogynistic
behavior, starting a business, and more.
Fake It Till You Make It (VIDEO)
1 Scam Away From Losing It
Fool me once shame on you, fool me twice shame on me. This week Raquel returns with an all-new episode with a discussion about college and whether or not it's a SCAM. Career change, taking a chance on yourself, and being lost in your 20s is all a part of life. And if you don't know where to start Raquel has got you covered. Team Selena or Hailey? Listen to find out!
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Strangers to Lovers to Enemies (VIDEO)
Breaking up is hard to do. In this episode, Raquel shares her guide to getting over someone during a breakup. She shares her experiences and thoughts on the breakups she's been through. Can you believe that she was broken up with because of her race?? C'MON people do better.
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Strangers to Lovers to Enemies
Breaking up is hard to do. In this episode, Raquel shares her guide to getting over someone during a breakup. She shares her experiences and thoughts on the breakups she's been through. Can you believe that she was broken up with because of her race?? C'MON people do better.
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Lessons For A Younger You
This week Raquel is taking it back to the good ol' days of her younger self. She discusses lessons she's learned so far compared to when she was younger. Sharing advice based on her experiences and why it's always good to look back and talk to your younger self. Also, can Rhianna drop her next album we get it you want to have a family but we're waiting patiently.
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Healing Era Truths
As the new era of IWRFT continues, Raquel covers the ugly truths behind going through a healing era or journey. She breaks down the process of what the aftermath of going through a breakup of any sort can cause someone. Behind every aesthetically pleasing TikTok lies the truth of how someone may truly feel during their healing phase. Also, did Harry Jowsey really stoop that low? I guess you'll have to find out.
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Stressed & Depressed
Caring Too Freaking Much
Raquel is in her I don't care what people think ERA and you should be too. With the New Year coming up its time for a new positive mindset. She discusses what its like to care too much and how not let it affect you negatively. Along with some helpful skills to help you feel like the bad bish you are. Happy holidays besties babes!
Once Upon A Situationship
Situationships Suck. Like seriously, you don't know how you feel about me? You can't be exclusive? We've all done that and it's just not the move. This week Raquel shares her own experience she had while being in a situationship, the red flags, and everything in between. He was engaged the whole time?!? You won't want to miss this.
Turning A New Leaf
Raquel is back with a solo episode this week! She dives into changes in relationships, changes in personal development, & changes in your social life. We all go feral for fall, but it's also the perfect season for reflection and growth. Change doesn't have to be scary in fact we should all embrace it. Without change how can you become a better version of yourself? Happy Fall Adulties!
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Leaving Your Mark feat. Sucheta Khurana
Be Delusional Sometimes
Stop living in reality & be delusional. This week Raquel walks you through the combo that is delusion and manifestation and how they go hand & in hand. If you're new to manifesting she's got you covered and teaches you the basics of it all. You're in charge of what you want your reality besties it's time to start acting like it.
Living With ADHD
This week Raquel covers what it's like to live with ADHD. She discusses when she first got diagnosed and how she learned to manage and basically live with it. Mental health matters people!!
Struggles of Being In Your 20s
Being in your 20s can be scary and lonely let's be honest. In this episode, Raquel covers what it's like to be in your 20s and honestly how to survive them. Only being 25 herself she walks you through her journey of adulting. Even if it meant shitting her pants?!? She discusses the importance of taking it easy on yourself and remembering that everything in life will work itself out.
Getting Your Groove Back
In this episode, Raquel discusses what it feels like to be stuck in a funk and go through burnout. I mean it's pretty miserable! So, she breaks down step-by-step how to become a better version of yourself and feel like yourself again.
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Sunday Reset Routine
Sundays don't always have to be scary. In this episode, Raquel dives deep into what a Sunday reset can do for your mind, body, and soul. So listen, unwind, and relax besties.
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Influencing In Style Feat. Pamela Valdez
Raquel is back this week and is joined by the lovely fashion blogger and influencer Pamela Valdez. Have you ever thought about getting into the influencing world? Emma Chamberlain was wrong when she said "influencing is dead" thankfully, with Pamela's tips you'll learn the truths of what goes into being a content creator.
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Journey To Being Healthy
Thursdays are your new favorite days. Raquel returns this week to discuss the realities of going through a fitness journey and how to keep yourself motivated! Don't know where or how to start? Well, she's got you covered and yes she spoke to fitness professionals to give you the right information.
Self-Made Women
Happy Women's History Month! This week Raquel talks about the realities of being a self-made women entrepreneur & of course how to be successful doing so. Kim Kardashian said what?! Yup, apparently women aren't working hard enough according to miss Kim. And we'll dive into her statement.
From Party Animal To Homebody
Is anyone in bed by 9 p.m.? There may a reason why and Raquel is here to explain. She discusses what it was like from going out every day of the week in college to now being a cat momma who likes to stay at home. Are you unsure if you're a homebody? Or maybe you're isolating yourself? Raquel discusses signs to look out for that may be depression instead of homebody characteristics. Enjoy adulties!
Less Is More Theory
I'm sure you've all heard the theory, "less is more." But, what does it truly mean? Well, Raquel is here to dissect the theory for you and give tips on how you can apply it to your everyday life. Euphoria Sundays are now over. Were you satisfied with that finale or did you enjoy Love Is Blind S2 more? Get ready because Raquel is going to unpack it all this episode, and just trust and believe you weren't ready for this.
You Weren't Ready For This Rebrand
N.Y.E Resolutions Toxicity
Raquel isn't holding back, especially in the new year. She goes over-celebrating N.Y.E. and how the holiday's meaning has changed over time. She discusses why people may feel pressured and the depression that comes with the back-to-back holidays ending. New Year, new you? Yeah not accurate at all. Change doesn't happen in a day. Anyways, Happy Freaking Adulting!
Tis The Season: Adultmas
Growing Up Too Fast
Raquel found herself missing the good ol' days before she had to pay bills, work full-time, and well basically learn to navigate through life. In this episode, she discusses her thoughts from when she was younger on wanting to grow compared to her reality now. She also is learning how to manage her mental health and basically give herself a fresh start. Happy Freaking Adulting!
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Grieving & Trying To Heal
In this episode, Raquel discusses what it's like going through loss and trying to heal from it. Whether it's dealing with a loss of a friendship, a pet, breakup, and a loved one it all hurts. She also shares some devasting news and her personal experience with dealing with losing a loved one and how she has been able to cope. Happy Freaking Adulting!
Over Here Manifesting
She's back with an all-new episode. Raquel finally explains where she's been all month and why she took a mental break! She recently learned what manifestation is and how to apply it to your everyday life. Yup, she ran out of options on how to get the future she wants. It's time to get the life you want people and she isn't holding back. Happy Freaking Adulting!
Everyone Is Settling Down
Mental Health Check
Relationship Tell-All Feat. Harry Jukes
This week, Raquel is joined by boyfriend Harry Jukes in which they both describe what it's really like to be in a relationship. They discuss relationship anxiety, handling arguments, and love languages. Raquel also has some news to share! Happy Freaking Adulting!
You've Been Rejected
Raquels back and better than ever! VOMITING on the 4th of July, Rejection, and ghosting from jobs or dating?? She's got you covered. Raquel also discusses how to handle rejection when going through it and why people ghost. Happy Freaking Adulting!
More Than Just A Gay BFF feat. Kendall Stokes
Pick Me, Choose Me Girls
In this episode, Raquel talks about that one girl we all know who can't seem to just sit down and relax. Their what we call pick-me girls and yes they are very annoying to deal with. Thankfully, Raquel discusses how to handle them and why they're even pick-me girls. Girl code? She's got you covered! It really shouldn't be that hard to be a decent human being. Happy Adulting!
Just A Bit Basic feat. Danielle Costa
Raquel's back and better than ever! She collaborated with Danielle Costa podcast host of Back to Basic and they did not hold back. They discuss job rejection, anxiety, friend breakups, and pop culture. There's nothing wrong with being basic and these girls explain why. Enjoy and Happy Freaking Adulting!
Cheers To 24
Raquel is turning 24 next week which led her to do some reflecting. She discusses the perks of aging, becoming wiser like the monkey from Lion King, and being a BIRTHDAYZILLA. She just enjoys being boujee for her birthday. Don't we all? Happy adulting!
The Rollercoaster of Body Positivity
In this episode, Raquel talks about the ups and downs of dealing with body image and self-esteem. Trigger Warning: She shares her experiences dealing with body dysmorphia and binge eating while she was adulting. Social media and society don't help by pressuring girls or even guys to look a certain way.
Moving Away From Home
Raquel picked up her bags and left home. She discusses the stress and reality of what it's like to move. Her personal experiences with terrible roommates just didn't and how they didn't understand the concept of adulting. Living at home can make you feel comfortable, but sometimes you have to take a chance and move out for personal growth. Happy Adulting!