Not Alone

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

Existential Therapy and Finding Yourself with Sara Kuburic

Why is it difficult to find one’s self? Many of us often struggle with this, feeling unsure about who we truly are or feeling a bit lost in the process. Our lives keep changing – so how do we really find our true selves? Valeria sits down with existential psychotherapist, Sara Kuburic. They talk about Sara's upcoming book, "It's On Me," and delve into what existential therapy is all about. They also discuss how we can let go of our old selves, how we end up losing our identity, and how we can fi...

Sep 26, 2023•1 hr 6 min

Unveiling the Real You: A Journey of Self Discovery

In life's evolving journey, there often comes a moment when the relentless pursuit of happiness and external validation begins to feel unfulfilling. It’s a point we hit where all that chasing after happiness and the need for others' approval just doesn't satisfy us like it used to. That's when the quest for meaning steps into the spotlight. It's like looking inward and asking, 'What really matters to me?' This shift is about digging deep, finding what you're passionate about and what aligns with...

Sep 19, 2023•41 min

Letting Go: Navigating Endings and Detachments with Whitney Port

How do you manage loss? Or navigate endings? Can we avoid falling into despair when confronted with grief? In this episode, Valeria explores her own responses to difficult emotions. She talks with fashion designer and podcast host Whitney Port and trauma psychotherapist Hilary Jacobs Hendel about coping with endings. Join the conversation to learn more about the complex ways our minds and our bodies respond to change, loss, and grief. You can find Whitney Port on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and...

May 24, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Beyond Motherhood: Jessica Alba on Overcoming Guilt and Rediscovering Yourself

Did you feel like you lost a part of yourself when you became a parent? Valeria knows exactly how you feel. In this episode, she welcomes actress and The Honest Company founder Jessica Alba to have a conversation about motherhood, the compromises we make for our children, and how to prioritize yourself while still remaining present as a parent. Valeria shares her stories of feeling guilty when she couldn’t be as accessible to her son as he wanted and learning not to over identify with the role o...

May 10, 2023•23 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Failing Forward: Women's Wisdom on Turning Setbacks into Success

Have you ever failed at something that you really wanted to work out? Does the fear of falling short ever hold you back? What if you do have success but it doesn't make you feel satisfied? In this episode Valeria opens up about her own entrepreneurial disappointments, learning through mistakes, and her relationship to success. She hears from model and Saltair co-founder Iskra Lawrence and YouTube star and filmmaker Elle Mills about the importance of failure and trusting your value throughout car...

Apr 26, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Soulmates: Destiny or Delusion?

Do soulmates really exist? Do we choose our partners or is it fate? Valeria explores this topic with her husband of ten years, Gary Lipovetsky. To Valeria, Gary is more than her spouse. He’s her business partner, her co-parent, and the love of her life. But neither Gary nor Valeria are sure that they’re actually soulmates! Join the conversation to hear this couple’s journey from first kiss to kids, how their upbringings shaped their views on relationships, and how parenthood altered their bond. ...

Apr 12, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Beyond Sex: Rediscovering Intimacy Through Sensuality

What is the difference between sex and sensuality? Do you have trouble getting out of your head and into your body during sex? In this episode, Valeria shares how her relationship to sex has changed over the years. She talks with sex educators, authors, and podcast hosts Shan Boodram and Dr. Emily Nagoski to learn how to deepen her sense of sensuality. Tune in to learn about what we often get wrong about sexual attraction, the brain chemistry behind getting turned on, and how joy and confidence,...

Mar 29, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 3

The Power and Importance of Female Friendships

How do you make new friends as an adult? Who can you be your full authentic self around? How do you handle a friendship breakup? And how much work do you have to put into your friendships as an adult? Valeria attempts to tackle these questions with help from female friendship coach and educator, Danielle Bayard Jackson, and her best friend of fourteen years, Mary B. Sharon. While romantic relationships often take priority in our culture, this episode turns the spotlight on the people who help yo...

Mar 15, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 2

(Un)inspired- How To Lead a Creative Life

Have you been feeling uninspired lately, even stuck? In this first episode of Not Alone, Valeria delves into her own struggle to ignite creativity with fashion designer and entrepreneur Jenna Lyons and drama therapist Dr. Russya Connor. Join the conversation to learn about the year Jenna spent on her couch recharging her inspiration after almost three decades at the helm of J Crew, and how play, according to Dr. Connor, can help us all tap into our authentic and imaginative selves. Find Jenna Ly...

Mar 01, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Introducing “Not Alone”

Meet Valeria Lipovetsky. She’s a mother of three boys and a former model turned content creator. Valeria provides daily lifestyle, fashion, and family content to her loyal audience of 5M+ women across Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. She shares an authentic view of her daily life as a mother, wife, and entrepreneur, while also sharing valuable fashion advice and wellness tips. If you’re anything like her, you’re still trying to figure it all out: how to balance motherhood, a partnership, adult fr...

Feb 21, 2023•5 min

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