Imizuzu no Asi

In this episode, Asi expresses the struggles of working with less than ideal equipment, the endless hours spent editing, being uninspired, and the frustration of feeling like things just aren’t good enough. But amid all the complaining, she also explores the flip side—the importance of gratitude, finding peace in the process, and remembering why she started. It’s an honest look at the highs and lows of being a creative, where dissatisfaction meets appreciation. If you’ve felt like giving up but are trying to stay grateful, this one’s for you. Let’s connect! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/asiphile_vena?igsh=aWZ1Z3R3ajJoOTg2&utm_source=qr

In honour of the South African's women's month, this episode explores Womanhood and it's relation to self improvement. It is often that young girls are conditioned into understanding their girlhood in relation to boyhood and not as an entity that can exist on its own. This episode explores the detrimental impact this has on girls that become women that have centered their lives around male consideration and validation. The host offers alternative ways of understanding your value as a whole women with and without a companion. Furthermore, the host marries these above themes with the concept of self improvement while simultaneously unpacking and redefining self improvement as means of self acceptance, self care, self love and self acknowledge. While further reinforcing the importance of a self improving woman.

In this episode, Asi reflects on her mental state and the impact that has on her personhood. The host further explores themes of isolation, community, career, and personal standings. This episodes serves as an update on the host's thoughts and feelings over the last few weeks.

In this episode, Asi maps out her understanding and navigation of vulnerability as a tool of self trust and self love. She further explores why she believes vulnerability is a necessity for meaningful connections by drawing from her personal experiences. Enjoy!