46 | HAPPY NEW YEAR and welcome to the first episode of 2024! Today we're reviewing my 2024 Ins & Outs list -- things, themes, ideas, etc. that I like for this year and ones I'm leaving behind to set the tone for a good year. Links mentioned: YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@HannahElise 2023 Recap https://youtu.be/tUSBN1GcK-8 "Let them" episode https://open.spotify.com/episode/38WHBBQ7arPQn5hEW37CMc?si=Kk_nw4fnRjW1UjLmpg4hVQ

45 | LET'S TALK ABOUT BOOKS! As we near the end of the year, I thought it would be fun to review the books that I read in 2023. I've talked about some of them here and there, but reading has grown to be one of my favorite hobbies so I wanted to dedicate an entire episode to recapping & reviewing the 19 books I read this year (so far, at least). From psychological thriller, to rom-com, to FINALLY entering my fantasy era -- we covered a lot of ground this year and read some amazing books. Let's discuss.

44 | HAPPY HOLIDAYS, friends! This week, I wanted to bring you a very nostalgic holiday-themed episode as someone who had the pleasure of growing up in the early 2000s and experiencing some of the best Christmas vibes of all time. From elementary school Santa Shops, to Christmas Eves at my grandparents', to waking up for presents at 4am, I'm recounting some of my favorite and fondest memories of Christmases past. I hope this episode conjures up some fond memories of your own, or just simply brings you joy. :)

43 | HELLO FRIENDS. I've missed you, but I'm back! This week, I felt we desperately needed a catch-up moment so here we are. I'm recapping the last two weeks of my life & where I've been, telling you about my surprise second LONDON TRIP with my bestie, and other general life updates/plans for the remainder of 2023. Cockroaches, London, Iron Flame... oh my. Podcast IG: @digitaldiarypod Personal IG: @hannahelisemaute YouTube: @Hannah Elise

42 | Sleeping with socks on? Pineapple on pizza? Taylor Swift is MID??? Today I'm discussing some common "unpopular opinions" and giving MY own opinions on them. Don't mind my ranting on some of these, but we're getting into some (very unserious) topics that I happen to be very passionate about. Enjoy x Podcast IG: @digitaldiarypod Personal IG: @hannahelisemaute YouTube: @HannahElise

41 | I miss OG YouTube a lot, so in an effort to emulate some of those good vibes, I'm bringing you an OG-style episode: CURRENT FAVORITES! This week, I'm chatting about some of my favorite things right now - 1989 Taylor's Version, my go-to mascara, other favorite makeup products, ACOTAR and Fourth Wing, old Vlogmas videos, and more. Let me know if you'd like to hear more episodes like this in the future! LOVE YOU

40 | We're back with our fourth installment of the Q&A / advice sesh episode! You asked, I answered -- getting through my 20s, moving to London(?), being the toxic one in a relationship, ACOTAR, starting new things, dealing with haters, figuring out what we're doing with our lives & more. Podcast IG: @digitaldiarypod Personal IG: @hannahelisemaute YouTube: @HannahElise

39 | Unfortunately for us all, burnout is practically inevitable. Last week, I was hit with my latest period of burnout, and as I work through it, I wanted to talk about it with you. In this week's episode, I'm chatting through what burnout even *is*, what causes it, and what I've found to help "recover" from it (as much as possible). Sources mentioned: https://dictionary.apa.org/burnout https://health.clevelandclinic.org/signs-of-burnout/

38 | It's the start of the best time of the year. I have ALWAYS loved fall, and thank God I have a podcast so I can talk to YOU about how much I love fall for 40 minutes. I've prepared a (non-comprehensive) list of reasons why I love fall, some of my fall favorites, traditions, etc. I'm so excited to share them with you this week. If fall is your favorite season, this episode is for you. Get cozy, light a candle, sip on a coffee, and let's discuss why fall is the best season of the year (and it's not close). Podcast IG: @digitaldiarypod YouTube: @HannahElise

37 | THE LONDON RECAP (slash reflection) IS HERE! If you follow me on YouTube, you may have already seen the entire visual documentation of my trip (links below), but in today's episode, I wanted to sit down and tell you everything I didn't say in the videos. It's been far too long since I've recorded so we recapped a little & then got into my new favorite thing to talk about... my London trip. I wanted to use this episode to reflect on the trip, my feelings about it (good, bad, anxious), lessons I learned, and overall, how I felt about my first ever SOLO INTERNATIONAL trip. Enjoy. I love you x LONDON VLOGS Part 1 - https://youtu.be/cDhp3escMg8 Part 2 - https://youtu.be/uy9HyG6ZdXk Personal IG - @hannahelisemaute Podcast IG - @digitaldiarypod

36 | We're back with one of my favorite episodes - playing the We're Not Really Strangers card game!!! I LOVE doing these episodes because they allow me to reflect more and let you know more about me. This week, we're talking love, connection, invincibility, self-love, and much more. Buckle up & get ready to get deep. ❤️ Personal IG: @hannahelisemaute Podcast IG: @digitaldiarypod

35 | By definition, "negativity bias" is our tendency not only to register negative stimuli more readily but also to dwell on these events. If you've ever gotten multiple compliments but focused more on the one insult, that is negativity bias at work. Why do we do this? Is this normal? Is it scientific, or a mindset? This week, we're diving deeper into the concept of negativity bias to try to understand it, and ourselves, better. Resources: https://thedecisionlab.com/biases/negativity-bias https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3652533/ https://www.verywellmind.com/negative-bias-4589618#toc-where-negative-bias-comes-from https://positivepsychology.com/3-steps-negativity-bias/#overcome

34 | Several months ago, when I was going through a bit of a rough patch, someone in my life told me that "growth comes in waves." In the time that has followed, this reminder has brought me so much peace, especially in uncertain times. This week, I wanted to share it with you. I love you xo

33 | I've been a certified fangirl since birth. I can't help it! This is my truth. So it'll come as no surprise that, when I got to meet Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley (Damon and Stefan, respectively, from The Vampire Diaries) at an event last week, I was losing my sh*t. As promised in last week's episode, this week I am bringing you the story of how I met Ian & Paul. I'm talking through exactly what went down, my reactions, and how it's made me think differently about being a fan in general. YouTube vlog & storytime: https://youtu.be/2Hy1t6ZK9DI Personal Instagram: @hannahelisemaute Podcast Instagram: @digitaldiarypod

32 | The grass isn't always greener on the other side; it's green where you water it. It's so easy to get caught up in comparison, wondering "what if," and questioning whether or not we're doing the right thing in life. No matter the situation, it's important to remember to water our OWN grass instead of looking around and thinking it's automatically greener elsewhere. Personal IG: @hannahelisemaute Podcast IG: @digitaldiarypod

31 | This week, we're discussing one of my favorite things - HOBBIES! I am such a strong believer that every person should have a hobby. I've compiled a list of 8 reasons why this is, as well as some tips on finding time for a hobby despite having a busy schedule. The bottom line? Hobbies benefit your well-being as a human, and you deserve to take care of yourself and enjoy life. I LOVE YOU! Anything Goes hobbies episode: https://tinyurl.com/mwm5esau

30 | Happy back-to-school season to those who celebrate! I am now two years post-college graduation, but I still miss back-to-school season and wanted to make a small contribution (and feel included) :') I feel that I accumulated a lot of knowledge during my college years that had nothing to do with academics, so today I want to share what I learned so you can avoid making the same mistakes as I did. This week, I'm sharing my best advice and tips about college (and school in general). I'm covering topics like high school vs. college, college admissions advice, dealing with homesickness, getting comfortable and making friends in a new environment, school/life balance, my GOLDEN RULES for time management and mitigating stress, studying tips, and advice on transferring. As you can TELL, this is a long one, so clean your room, go on a drive, or just relax and let's hang out. <3

29 | WE'RE BACK! And we're in major need of an update. I wanted to do a little catch-up (think: calling your long-distance best friend to chat about life for the first time in a while) this week and fill you in on what's been going on in my life and in my mind. This episode is definitely all over the place but is also representative of my very unpredictable, daily inner monologue. We're covering being in a rut (& getting out of one), being a socially anxious people pleaser (& how to stop that), some of my current highs & lows, and more. I LOVE YOU. Thank you for being here :)

28 | While researching how to get out of a riptide the other day (I'll explain), I realized how similar the process is to break out of an anxiety spiral. This discovery has been truly revolutionary for me, so today I want to share my discovery with you. I'm going to walk you through my new steps to break free from an anxiety spiral, as it relates to escaping a riptide, along with tips and experiences of my own. Podcast Instagram: @digitaldiarypod Personal Instagram: @hannahemaute

27 | A 20-minute reminder to check in with yourself today. It's way too easy to get caught up in our routines & work cycles, and we sometimes can forget to prioritize ourselves. This week, I wanted to encourage you to take intentional time to sit with and focus on YOURSELF & only yourself (keyword: intentional). This episode contains 6 simple prompts that you can use to get back in touch with yourself & how you're doing at this moment in life. Feel free to revisit this episode as often as you need to. ILY