Lo heads to Brentwood, California, to meet actress and creator Alyssa Lynch for smoothies, sunshine, and some real talk about wellness. From acting in Vancouver to building a career in content creation, Alyssa opens up about her journey toward living a lighter, happier life — one that’s grounded in spirituality, self-awareness, and the freedom to define wellness on her own terms.

They tackle myths and truths about matcha, morning routines, insomnia, and the myth that workouts only “count” if they leave you breathless. Alyssa shares candidly about her three-year struggle with sleep, why Type-A routines never fully worked for her, and how she now embraces presence, creativity, and community as her ultimate self-care.

This season finale is equal parts soothing and inspiring — reminding us that balance isn’t about perfection, but about filling your cup in ways that truly sustain you.

Key Takeaways:
1. Why matcha is more than just a trend — and the cultural roots behind it
2. The pros and cons of morning routines (and why flexibility might be healthier)
3. Alyssa’s journey with insomnia and how she manages a sensitive nervous system
4. The shift from high-intensity workouts to low-impact movement for long-term wellness
5. Why protecting your energy and choosing your circle matters for mental health
6. The surprising role of creativity — from music to color walks to cooking — in building resilience

Chapters:
00:00 – Welcome to Brentwood, California
00:34 – Meet Alyssa Lynch: Actress, creator, and wellness advocate
02:43 – From acting to content creation: Choosing a lighter path
04:24 – Myth or Truth: Matcha, morning routines & insomnia
07:44 – Alyssa’s three-year struggle with sleep & nervous system regulation
10:16 – Rethinking workouts: Why less intensity can mean more balance
12:34 – “You can’t pour from an empty cup”: Protecting your energy
13:27 – Creative outlets: Music, walks, and cooking as healing practices
14:59 – Lo’s reflections and season finale sendoff

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Lo walks and talks through Central Park with bestselling author and mental health advocate Carrie Berk. From managing OCD and anxiety to writing viral books, Carrie opens up about navigating mental health as a Gen Z creator — and how she turned obsessive thoughts into a personal mission to educate and empower others.

They discuss coping tools, the reality of social media, and how Carrie stays grounded as a young author and influencer. This candid conversation explores everything from panic attacks and therapy to marathon training and how carbs (yes, carbs) can save your life. Whether you're struggling or supporting someone who is, this episode offers real insight and support — no filters, just facts.

Key Takeaways:
1. What OCD really is (and what it’s not)
2. The difference between “what if” thoughts and “what is” reality
3. How to build your own mental health toolkit
4. The power of exercise, routine, and support systems
5. Why authenticity matters more than perfection on social media

Chapters:
00:00 – Welcome + Carrie’s NYC roots
01:30 – Running as a mental health tool
04:00 – What’s in Carrie’s mental health “toolkit”
07:00 – Releasing her new book Mind Fire: Diary of an Anxious 20-Something
10:00 – Social media, skincare, and showing up as yourself
13:00 – Carrie’s experience with OCD, intrusive thoughts & therapy
17:00 – “I had to choose to get my life back”
20:30 – Lo shares her own anxiety journey
24:00 – How to sit with discomfort
25:00 – Lo and Carrie swap tools for grounding
26:30 – Myth or Truth: Mental Health Edition
31:00 – Closing thoughts: You’re not alone

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Lo takes a walk on the West Side Highway with beauty icon and entrepreneur Claudia Sulewski. From YouTube fame to launching her skincare brand CYKLAR, Claudia shares how self-care, boundaries, and trusting her gut shaped her journey.

Between coffee chats and dodging geese, they dive into childhood lessons, the rituals that keep Claudia grounded, and the realities of building a business. Packed with authenticity and wisdom, this episode is a reminder that self-care isn’t selfish — it’s what fuels everything else.

Key Takeaways:
1. How Claudia turned her YouTube roots into entrepreneurial fuel
2. The personal story behind CYKLAR and why body care became her medium
3. Why setting boundaries is a form of self-care
4. The link between fragrance, mood, and presence
5. Lessons in trusting your gut as a new entrepreneur
6. Real talk on online vulnerability, privacy, and staying sane on social media

Chapters:
00:00 – Welcome to Lo On The Go
00:30 – Meeting Claudia on the West Side Highway (and dodging geese)
02:00 – Bird watching, self-care, and finding peace in nature
03:00 – The philosophy behind CYKLAR: balance, luxury & effectiveness
06:30 – Childhood chaos, people-pleasing, and learning boundaries
08:30 – The shower as a reset button & origins of CYKLAR’s name
11:00 – Why authenticity builds the best brands
13:00 – The thrill and fear of entrepreneurship (and trusting your gut)
16:00 – From 13-year-old YouTuber to global beauty creator
18:00 – Coffee chats: matcha, decaf, and navigating anxiety
19:00 – The early YouTube hustle and what it taught her about business
22:00 – How privacy and vulnerability shift online over time
25:00 – Myth or Truth: fragrance, mood, and personal identity
29:00 – What’s next for CYKLAR: new fragrance drops & skincare innovation
31:00 – Closing thoughts and gratitude

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