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For All The Lonely Souls

For All The Lonely Souls

By Erica Lichtin

Hi, there :) My name's Erica, and I've created this podcast to help support anyone who's felt alone through the challenges that naturally arise in life. The past two years of my life have completely changed my perspective on how life actually is versus how I wish it to be. We all suffer from our own traumas and issues, but there's power in not feeling alone - we thrive through connection, and I'm hoping this brings that to you. Each episode will talk about honest and vulnerable topics that have been relevant in my life, from coping with the loss of friendships and family to striving for someth
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Episode 34: When The Sad Moments Come...

For All The Lonely SoulsFeb 04, 2020

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Episode 34: When The Sad Moments Come...

Episode 34: When The Sad Moments Come...

Cheers to this Tuesday, it's been a sticky one for me. Feeling a bit low and working to rebuild all the energy that's been misplaced... Life brings the best and the worst, and the growth that comes from each shows your strength and diligence as a human being. Take things for what they're worth, especially in the darkest moments. Love yall ~Erica 🧡

Feb 04, 202013:23
Episode 33: What You Think You Become

Episode 33: What You Think You Become

Happy Thursday friends :) Grateful to have you back and to share another episode that might just spark your fancy! I just completed another great read called The Psychology of Winning by Dr. Denis Waitley. For anyone working on bettering themselves by taking inspiring and affirmative action, this book and this episode are just for you. Who you believe yourself to be can change when your thoughts change, and if you're not happy with how your life is rolling, then it's up to you to rearrange areas for a better version of you. Of course, there's personal insight but lots of diverse topic discussions. Enjoy :) ~Erica 

Jan 30, 202020:29
Episode 32: Embracing The Unknown

Episode 32: Embracing The Unknown

Happy Tuesday friends :) Been having mixed emotions the past few days about the unknown - usually it's something I can see through for myself, but when other people are involved, either something awful or amazing could happen. And I'm betting on AMAZING - what you see is what you get, what you look for you find. It's a simple awareness of being okay just as things are, no need to control an outcome that could naturally change on its own. Let things take their course, tomorrow will bring the truth to unknown. Cheers 🧡~Erica 

Jan 22, 202014:01
Episode 31: How Your External World Mirrors Your Internal World

Episode 31: How Your External World Mirrors Your Internal World

Happy Mid-January friends :) Thank you so much for all the kind connections and listeners from ALL OVER THE WORLD! You are amazing!!! Today's episode is part book review, part personal growth. I recently read "How To Be A Badass At Making Money" by Jen Sincero and I really grew quite a bit as a person just by putting myself in the arena and digging deep to understand my own mentality. You can read all the books in the world, but without consistent action to build a better 'you', you'll get stuck and stay in the same excuses that are currently surrounding you. For anyone seeking a book to support their sticky-relationship with money, much like me, then this is a fabulous read I'd recommend for sure. Would love to hear your thoughts on how this book and/or episode helped you see yourself through a different light, I sure as hell know I do 🌟💕Cheers ~Erica 

Jan 16, 202026:52
Episode 30: Put Yourself Out There

Episode 30: Put Yourself Out There

Happy New Year 🌟May this be your year of greatness! I've been putting myself out there ever since I moved back to Cleveland, and this episode shares a bit about a recent experience of how much my mindset has shifted in the past seven months. Get better for yourself, shift the things you're unhappy with, and cultivate a life you're more than deserving of living. Cheers to all the great things to come, and thanks so much for listening - sending warm wishes your way ~Erica 

Jan 03, 202009:30
Episode 29: Making 2020 My Year

Episode 29: Making 2020 My Year

Hey there friends :) In this episode, I share my deep feelings about therapy, working on my best self, and how life will inevitably throw you curveballs and challenges throughout the course of your existence. Our reactions to situations and open-mindedness define who we are as individuals. So for the upcoming year, I'm saying no to all the bullsh*t and focusing on kindness and sticking up for myself and who I believe I am. Fight for yourself, your time, your life - it's yours. Cheers to the final days before the New Year, grateful to share my life with you ♥️~Erica 

Dec 28, 201917:48
Episode 28: Becoming More Confident

Episode 28: Becoming More Confident

Confidence is tricky... I never really knew what it looked like, and arrogance seemed to be tied together with this idea. Every day I get a little bit more comfortable with my truth and who I really am. I'm getting out of my head, out of my way, and the benefits of saying 'F*@% IT' to the things that don't matter while standing up for yourself - that's what confidence feels like! Cheers to your holiday season, well wishes full of joy and delicious chocolate candies :) ~Erica 

Dec 20, 201912:11
Episode 27: Happiness For The Holidays

Episode 27: Happiness For The Holidays

Hey there :) This episode was recorded yesterday - it touches on how I'm choosing happiness in each moment of my life. Every year, right around this time of December I make a new personal goal for the next year ahead. We are the gatekeepers to our future - for me, happiness within myself has to come first. Cheers to the holidays, sending warm vibes and lots of love your way ~Erica 

Dec 20, 201913:32
Episode 26: Shedding The BS For The New Year

Episode 26: Shedding The BS For The New Year

What up friends :) This episode is from a few days back and I feel can bring some perspective for you during the holiday time. Evaluating and reflection on your life is something we all can learn from. Our lives are our own, and it's up to us individually to better our circumstances and current reality. And for me, auditing connections with people through social media and in real life. Hope this episode brings you clarity, laughter, and as always - lots of love and well wishes. Keep pushing towards your best self, I'm right along with you :) ~Erica 

Dec 16, 201912:18
Episode 25: When People Push You Away, Let Them

Episode 25: When People Push You Away, Let Them

I had a meetup last night with my Lonely Souls community. Living in the moment has become the most valuable tool I've learned to utilize, and last night is a perfect reflection of how much I've grown through my shit around friendship. Never take things personally, focus on the joys of life, and know that everyone has issues they're coping with, including you. Save yourself from your own demons, get your thoughts in check, and believe in the things you deserve - YOLO 💛(and remember how valuable you are in the field of friendship) ~Erica 

Dec 12, 201913:33
Episode 24: Some Gifts Are Wrapped In Sandpaper

Episode 24: Some Gifts Are Wrapped In Sandpaper

Hey friends - this episode is my most emotional yet. Wednesday had a lot of curveballs thrown at me, and this was the start of it... As you work through milestones in your life, you soon find out that you're the only person who can ever truly make yourself happy. Take things for what they're worth, learn how to not overthink things, and appreciate each moment as an opportunity to become better for yourself. 

Love y'all 💜Cheers to your Thursday ~Erica 

Dec 12, 201911:58
Episode 23: Decide For Yourself

Episode 23: Decide For Yourself

Happy Tuesday :) This episode poses the question, "If today marked your last day alive, how would you want to be remembered?" We all have a past, but it does not mean you have to live in the shadows of who you truly are. I want to be remembered for my kindness, vulnerabilities, and openness to connect. Decide how you want to be remembered, live true to yourself and push through the obstacles. Make the change you want to see, all doubts aside. 🌟~Erica 

Dec 10, 201909:18
Episode 22: Visual Perspectives from Netflix and Amazon

Episode 22: Visual Perspectives from Netflix and Amazon

I was completely in my head the entire time I recorded this episode. Sometimes I feel that the way my brain works is so backward from others that what I say could be perceived as a bit 'wacko'. But it's true that I'll never know how much or little one episode with my perspective could help impact someone's life. And that's what these shows have done for me. They've instilled confidence, understanding, connection, and empathy. Enjoy :) ~Erica

Dec 06, 201915:13
Episode 21: What You Listen To Matters

Episode 21: What You Listen To Matters

Happy Thursday friends :) I'm a full believer that what you listen to and watch enhance who you are as a person. We're independent thinkers, and finding the words you need to hear and the language of kindness cultivate who you're destined to be. These are just a few of who I listen to when I feel down or need a pick-me-up. Be your own discission maker - give yourself the good stuff ~Erica 

Dec 05, 201912:38
Episode 20: Hanging With A Guest - Troy (Part 2)

Episode 20: Hanging With A Guest - Troy (Part 2)

Welcome back - here's to part two, the final part of my session with Troy. If you'd like to share your story or even parts of your growth, feel free to reach out. I'd love to connect with you :) ~Erica 

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Dec 04, 201918:47
Episode 19: Hanging With A Guest - Troy (Part 1)

Episode 19: Hanging With A Guest - Troy (Part 1)

Happy Wednesday, friends :) Today's episode is with a member from 'All The Lonely Souls' Meetup community. Troy holds insight specific to his struggles, holding onto a positive outlook, and how he's reframed his life that harnesses happiness. Enjoy both parts one and two - grateful to bring you the first collaborative episode of two perspectives that could truly open your eyes to new possibilities. ~Erica  

Dec 04, 201919:39
Episode 18: How I'm Dealing With Other People's Judgement

Episode 18: How I'm Dealing With Other People's Judgement

Hey there friends :) The past few days have been a bit rough for me, emotionally. There's been a lot of transition in my life from the past two years, and I'm working through my sh*t, so to speak. People will always have an opinion of you, not matter how you decide to live your life, especially those closest to you. This is a continual journey I'm on, I don't have all the answers. But I'm figuring out my happiness for myself, on my terms, because it's my life and I know I'm worthy of the best. P.S. ~ So are you :) ~Erica
Dec 01, 201911:12
Episode 17: It's Okay To Say No

Episode 17: It's Okay To Say No

The holidays are near, and feeling obligated to go to events can really drag you down. I used to hate coming up with millions of excuses to get out of things or simply just loathe the experience I knew wasn't best for me. Learning to stand up for yourself by saying "No, but thank you" can transform the quality of happiness. Hope you're week's been going great, two more days until pie! :) ~Erica
Nov 26, 201910:12
Episode 16: Who Do You Want To Become?

Episode 16: Who Do You Want To Become?

Welcome back to another episode :) This one dives into my personal journal entries from a book I've been reading the past few days - "Presence" by Amy Cuddy. I've been working my way through it, taking the necessary time needed to improve in my tough areas. And being present in every moment has been a big one for me. We are each our own little science projects, and we get to choose the direction of our own life. Everyone's path is different, and sometimes these paths cross - so grateful to have this moment to connect with you :) ~Erica
Nov 25, 201911:24
Episode 15: Self-Esteem and How You View Your Life

Episode 15: Self-Esteem and How You View Your Life

Happy Monday, friends :) Today's episode shares a bit about my cross connections on various social platforms. I'm all about sharing my writing and quotes I find over the years, and I wanted to bring that here for you through this podcast just like I do for everywhere else. It's really important to take time to look inward at our self-esteem and assess the language we're using towards ourselves, whether that be consistent positive or negative self-talk. Our thoughts impact every decision we make, so they might as well be good ones. Hope you enjoy ~Erica
Nov 25, 201915:56
Episode 14: My First Lonely Souls Meetup

Episode 14: My First Lonely Souls Meetup

Hey friends :) In this episode, I share the emotions and remembrances of our first Lonely Souls Meetup back on June 27, 2019. When you need something in your life, it's up to you to go out and get it. For me, it was finding and sustaining friendships. I'm grateful to have this community continue its journey of awareness and growing through positive support. And thanks for listening - I wouldn't be where I am without you on the other end :) ~Erica
Nov 20, 201913:22
Episode 13: Book Review - Humble The Poet

Episode 13: Book Review - Humble The Poet

Cheers to your Wednesday, my friends :) Welcome to the first ever book review for this community! I love to read, and I'm always looking for ways to connect through other people's writing that will soon help to influence my own. Hoping you gain something from this man's powerful language of self-worth and positivity. "Things No One Else Can Teach Us" by Humble the Poet
Nov 20, 201911:18
Episode 12: Change Your Life If You're Not Happy

Episode 12: Change Your Life If You're Not Happy

Hey there friends :) Welcome back to another episode! Today, I share about my path as a student to a teacher to a 'planner for my wedding' to a paper artists to my new current venture in life. You don't owe it to anyone to live a life you're not proud of. It's your life, and you can change its course at any time. Especially when it comes to your career or current job situation - if it's not fueling you it's slowly killing you. Learn to make decisions that are best for your happiness. Enjoy :) ~Erica
Nov 19, 201921:49
Episode 11: You Become What You Do Every Day

Episode 11: You Become What You Do Every Day

Hey there :) Welcome back to another episode where I touch on Gary Vaynerchuck's recent YouTube video with Jay Cardiello - the topics range from the 24 hours within our day and how we choose to spend them, morning routines for success, vulnerability, accountability, and being self aware. There are quite a few connections for me, and I hope you find that for yourself. Hope you're doing well, enjoy ~Erica :)
Nov 15, 201916:08
Episode 10: A Social Platform For People Like Me

Episode 10: A Social Platform For People Like Me

Happy Friday, my friends 👋🏽 Today I discovered a new app - TalkLife (which isn't really new, but it is for me) where those with anxiety, depression, or any mental, social, and/or emotional health concerns. People share their truths and are hoping for meaningful connection. So I jumped right in and started sharing my positivity and kindness - you never know who vibes with your truth. Trust your life, believe in yourself, and share your greatness with the world. And cheers to episode 10 :) ~Erica
Nov 15, 201909:32
Episode 9: Accepting Compliments Within Yourself

Episode 9: Accepting Compliments Within Yourself

Happy Tuesday my friends ❄️ It's quite a snowy day out over here! I haven't always been one to accept compliments, but I've started changing my thinking around them. We all deserve to feel good about who we are and the steps we're taking to better ourselves and those around us. In this episode, I share three personal situations related to receiving compliments that have happened within the past month. Hope this brings some connection and inspiration - people are pretty amazing. Enjoy my friends :) ~Erica
Nov 12, 201911:58
Episode 8: Your Story Matters, Too

Episode 8: Your Story Matters, Too

Cheers to your Monday, friends :) This episode shares some experiences that happened today while I was out of the house at Luna Coffee Shop & Cafe. Plus, I'm seeking individuals who'd really like to share their story of struggle and success with the world - if this sounds like something you're interested in, hit me up and we can schedule a call! We benefit from genuine human connection, and it helps us not feel like everything terrible in life is only happening to us. Your life is long, so take it day by day and appreciate your life for where you are now :) Have an amazing rest of your day ~Erica
Nov 11, 201917:52
Episode 7: My Truth Around Cannabis

Episode 7: My Truth Around Cannabis

Happy Saturday my friends :) Today's episode highlights one of my deepest truths. Cannabis has been an important tool in the growth of who I've become. I know it's a controversial topic, but isn't all of life? So f*@% it! Hope you see a new perspective and find the truth behind your own self-discovery. Keep an open mind in life - you never know the direction it can lead you. Sending lots of love, have a fabulous day ~Erica
Nov 09, 201914:32
Episode 6: Growing Through Struggle

Episode 6: Growing Through Struggle

Hey there, and welcome back to another episode :) Today, I share all the fabulous insight and connection that happened last night at our 'Lonely Souls' Meetup in Cleveland, OH. I also dive into my personal struggles with friendship and how I believe it's led me to this amazing moment in my life. Grateful to connect with you, and thanks for listening ~Erica
Nov 08, 201920:43
Episode 5: How Do You Spend Your Time?

Episode 5: How Do You Spend Your Time?

Hello my friends :) Welcome back to another episode - today you'll listen to a bunch of topics: a little bit about my teaching past, growing through your guilt, and doing what’s best for you regardless of what anyone else thinks. Plus, I talk a bit about sticky subjects like the struggles with family and the fact that we're all gonna die someday - so we might as well live it up while we can. <br />There are endless opportunities to live a life you love. ~Erica
Nov 06, 201910:42
Episode 4: Look How Amazing You Are
Nov 06, 201913:21
Episode 3: It's Really Okay To Focus On Ourselves
Nov 05, 201910:42
Episode 2: Live Your Life For Yourself

Episode 2: Live Your Life For Yourself

Welcome back my friends! This episode really dives into the mindset behind 'selfish to become selfless'. I'd been told my entire life that being selfish is a horrid quality to hold, yet there are so many amazing qualities that are secretly hidden and seen through a new perspective. You deserve time for yourself - you're the most important person in your world, and I believe in you. Start focusing on how miraculous your life is :) ~Erica
Nov 05, 201911:01
Episode 1: Welcome to The Lonely Souls

Episode 1: Welcome to The Lonely Souls

Welcome to the very first episode! Grateful to share my truth with you and connect on a deeper level. This episode gives a general outline as to why this podcast might be right for you. I share a bit of insight related to my personal growth over the past two years and the benefits of putting your happiness first. Enjoy :) ~Erica
Nov 05, 201903:36