The Mind, The Mirror & Me

The Mind, The Mirror & Me


24 Life Lessons From 24 Years: Mackie’s Birthday Special Episode

December 24, 2023

In this episode of The Mind, The Mirror and Me, Mackie shares 24 life lessons she's learned in her 24 years of life in honor of her birthday (today! Wish her a happy birthday at @beautybymackie on Instagram. From discussing the importance of setting boundaries to embracing change and adaptability, she discusses different emotional growth and well-being aspects. The episode encourages listeners to introspect on their lessons and take things in stride, emphasizing that no one has life entirely figured out, and that's alright.


00:00 Introduction and Studio Banter

00:24 The Reality of Therapy and Emotional Heavy Lifting

01:29 The Irony of Therapy Sessions

01:42 The Unusual Side of Therapy

02:08 The Struggles of Starting a Therapy Session

02:43 The Unexpected Moments in Therapy

02:55 Celebrating Birthdays and Reflecting on Life

04:01 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Growth

06:07 The Importance of Quality Friendships

06:27 The Power of Setting Boundaries

06:31 The Dangers of Comparison

07:28 The Value of Small Victories

08:48 Learning from Failures

09:41 Trusting Your Gut

11:45 Being Present in the Moment

14:22 The Role of Mindfulness in Life

19:46 Embracing the Present Moment

19:59 Outgrowing People and Situations

20:43 Trusting in Destiny

22:39 The Power of Privacy

24:41 Letting Go of Unhealthy Relationships

27:04 The Importance of Self-Validation

27:34 The Struggles of Being Single

29:40 The Power of Writing Things Down

31:05 Accepting Imperfections

34:47 Finding a Fulfilling Career

35:41 The Futility of Holding Grudges

36:15 Adapting to Change

37:51 The Reality of Human Perception