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