Designing Dreams In this episode of 'Snack Size,' hosted by Lala from Snacks by Lala, guest Midori Monét shares her inspiring journey from competing in Miss Teen Pride to winning the prestigious Miss International Queen USA title. Midori discusses her experiences in pageantry, advocating for the transgender community, and the impactful bonds formed within the ballroom culture. She emphasizes the importance of mental health, self-care, and being unapologetically oneself. Midori also gives a sneak peek into her preparations for the Miss International Queen competition in Thailand. The episode wraps up with insights on living a happy and fulfilled life. 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message 00:25 Welcome to Snack Size with Lala 01:18 Diving into the World of Snacks and Pageantry 02:29 Interview with Miss International Queen USA, Midori Monét 02:59 Midori's Pageant Journey and Advocacy 15:27 The Importance of Mental Health and Self-Care 18:39 Exploring Ballroom Culture 24:31 Preparing for Miss International Queen in Thailand 29:07 Midori's Legacy and Final Thoughts 34:45 Conclusion and Farewell

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In this episode of *Snack Size*, Lala invites Michael Herkes, also known as the Glam Witch, to discuss their book *Glamstrology*. They explore the transformative power of combining fashion, astrology, and personal expression. Michael shares their journey into witchcraft and how the glamorization of witches in Hollywood influenced their path. They delve into the concepts of manifestation, the use of fashion as a form of spellcraft, and the importance of aligning one’s style with their astrological signs. Michael encourages listeners to embrace their authentic selves and discusses the intertwining relationship between self-power and fashion. The conversation concludes with insights into finding a fulfilled and happy life by harnessing self-power.

- 00:00 Introduction to *Snack Size*

01:00 Exploring Glam Astrology

02:25 Meet Michael Herkes: The Glam Witch

03:50 Michael’s Journey into Witchcraft

05:22 The Power of Fashion and Glamour Magic

16:38 Astrology and Personal Style

23:14 Finding Self Power Through Style

34:09 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Lala sits down with friend and strength and mobility coach Rebecca Stewart to delve into a transformative journey through fitness and well-being. Rebecca opens up about her background in dance and swimming, the challenges of overcoming diet culture and body image issues common in the early 2000s, and how she shifted her focus towards feeling good rather than aesthetics. The discussion covers the pitfalls of traditional fitness messaging and the concept of body neutrality. Rebecca shares practical insights on adapting to chronic illness, incorporating small daily movements for significant well-being improvements, and adjusting social media feeds to avoid manufactured insecurities. Listeners are invited to learn from Rebecca's inspiring story that emphasizes authenticity, self-love, and holistic health.

00:00 Welcome to Snack Size!

00:57 Introducing Today's Special Guest: Rebecca Stewart

02:41 Rebecca's Journey: From Diet Culture to Body Positivity

11:16 The Impact of Chronic Illness on Fitness

13:23 Understanding Body Neutrality

18:44 Overcoming Insecurities and Social Media

20:42 Understanding Manufactured Insecurities

21:44 Introduction to Chill Mobility

24:40 The Power of Five Minutes

26:18 Top Mobility Tips for Busy Lives

27:31 Personal Challenges and Client Success Stories

29:55 Future Goals and Maintaining Balance

32:15 The Secret to a Happy Life

33:10 Where to Find Rebecca

33:46 Conclusion and Farewell