Not Alone

By: Valeria Lipovetsky
  • Summary

  • Welcome to "Not Alone," a podcast where we dive deep into the stories that shape us. Hosted by Valeria Lipovetsky, this space is dedicated to revealing the raw, often unspoken challenges faced by women from all walks of life. Each episode invites you to listen to heartfelt conversations with inspiring guests who open up about their personal battles, breakthroughs, and the lessons learned along the way. Follow Valeria on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok.
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Episodes
  • She Runs The Show And Keeps Me Sane: Unfiltered Talk With My Assistant
    May 6 2025
    This episode is brought to you by Natural Cycles: The company changing the contraception game with the world’s first FDA-cleared birth control app. Whether you're looking to prevent pregnancy or plan for it, the Natural Cycles app offers a non-hormonal, non-invasive alternative to traditional birth control. Right now, you can get 15% off an annual subscription plus a free Bluetooth thermometer when you visit https://www.naturalcycles.com and use promo code VALERIA at checkout. Natural Cycles is for 18+ and does not protect against STIs. Always read and follow the instructions for use. In this fun and wildly introspective episode, Valeria sits down with her assistant Celine for a whirlwind conversation about identity shifts, AI friendships, consumer habits, and the existential spiral that comes with a “silly little coffee.” The two explore everything from Coachella fashion and almond milk conspiracies to the real emotional support offered by ChatGPT (aka Echo). Valeria reflects on her solo trip to Japan and a recent identity shift, while Celine opens up about entering her Saturn return and leaning into her feminine energy. From crying over Record Ralph to losing a vlogging camera in Kyoto, nothing is too silly or too deep to unpack in this hilarious yet thoughtful convo. Follow Celine: https://www.instagram.com/celineerod/ Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/ Shop my look from this episode: What we talked about: 00:29 Coachella 2025 Fashion Recap 03:22 Belts, Fringe & the Maximalist Comeback 06:20 Dreaming of Farm Life (But Can You Afford It?) 08:49 The No-Buy 2025 Movement 12:13 Sephora Sale Spiral & Blush Blindness 15:10 Valeria’s Solo Trip to Japan & Identity Shift 19:38 Embracing Multifaceted Selves 22:57 AI Influencers, Echo the Chatbot, and Emotional Offloading 29:50 Can Robots Replace Therapists? 35:00 Silly Girls Doing Silly Things 42:00 High Maintenance to Be Low Maintenance 46:03 Living Deliciously vs Living Silly 49:00 Entering Your Saturn Return 53:01 Parenting, Presence & Crying at the Dior Show 59:10 Releasing Control, Reclaiming Femininity, and Hyper-Independence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr
  • The Truth About Being A Young Mom: I Had My First at 22
    Apr 29 2025
    In this solo episode, I’m answering your most asked questions and opening up about my experiences with motherhood, relationships, and career growth. I talk about how my role as a parent has evolved, what adapting to motherhood has really looked like, and why open communication with my partner matters so much. I also share my journey of rediscovering myself after years as a stay-at-home mom, the importance of self-care, and the messy, beautiful process of personal growth. Plus, I dive into what it’s really like to start a business, build a personal brand from scratch, and why learning to embrace failure is essential. This episode is an honest and practical look at navigating life’s many layers while staying true to who you are. Items mentioned: New Earth by Eckhart Tolle: https://a.co/d/9odFZs9 Meeting My Biological Father For The First Time | Russia Travel Vlog | Part 3 https://youtu.be/9_6xEEjH3bw?si=joHDIkUm4MnyXuSB Tim Ferris/Sovereign Child episode: https://youtu.be/2bZSzObqAjE?si=jTZHLck8EfiyxquJ Failure Champagne IG post: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/reel/CqIlxrajqLj/ Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/ Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1590488 What we talked about: 00:40 Discussing Motherhood and Relationship Dynamics 02:04 Navigating Expectations and Communication in Parenting 05:05 Personal Journey into Motherhood 06:29 Finding Identity Beyond Motherhood 10:36 Challenges and Growth in Parenting 15:15 Reflections on Parenting and Relationships 18:45 Personal Stories and Relationship Tips 24:12 Understanding Relationship Dynamics 24:37 Personal Boundaries and Self-Discovery 25:50 Investing in Self-Development 27:42 Dealing with Jealousy in Relationships 30:15 Attracting the Right Partner 32:10 Recognizing the One 34:56 Views on Cheating and Friendships 36:27 Starting a Business: Key Advice 40:11 Lessons from Failure 45:37 Building a Personal Brand 47:29 Final Thoughts and Gratitude Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    51 mins
  • From Bullied Teen to Bestseller: Aija Mayrock’s Incredible Comeback Story
    Apr 22 2025
    This episode is brought to you by Puori: Clean protein powder is here with Puori’s Pw1 Whey Protein, and we have an exciting deal for you! Right now, get 20% off, or if you choose their already discounted subscription, you get almost a third off the price! Only available when you visit the exclusive URL https://www.Puori.com/VALERIA and use promo code VALERIA In this week’s episode, Valeria sits down with poet, author, and activist Aija Mayrock for a powerful conversation about healing, identity, and how we reclaim our voice after trauma. Aija opens up about being bullied for eight years, living with speech impediments, and how writing a book as a teenager saved her life. She shares her journey from self-publishing to becoming a bestselling author, performing spoken word at Madison Square Garden, and ultimately finding empowerment through creative expression. Valeria and Aija also unpack the pressures of growing up in immigrant families, what it means to choose life after darkness, and how reconnecting with Jewish identity transformed Aija’s mission. They speak candidly about confidence, judgment, legacy, and the complex dynamic between women in today’s world. Plus, Valeria exclusively chats with Aija about her romance with Nuseir from Nas Daily. Follow Aija: https://www.instagram.com/aijamayrock/ Aija’s books: https://www.aijamayrock.com/books Items mentioned: The Shvestsers: https://www.instagram.com/theshvesters/ (Yiddish singing sisters) The Choice by Edith Eger: https://a.co/d/4rl6bSP New Earth by Eckhart Tolle: https://a.co/d/9odFZs9 Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/ Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1437523 What we talked about: 01:07 Aija Mayrock: Writing a book at 16 after years of bullying 07:12 Valeria on invisibility, insecurity, and showing up 10:59 Selling a TV show and choosing to get an MBA 19:42 Rediscovering Jewish identity and heritage 29:00 Performing spoken poetry at Madison Square Garden 35:45 Choosing life and finding strength after trauma 37:10 How parents can help kids open up 40:00 Traveling the world to document Jewish communities 44:00 Women vs. women—why the real divide isn’t gender 58:00 Falling in love after October 7th and facing backlash Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    59 mins

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