Connectedness Podcast Ep 01

Fernanda: Hi everyone! This is my first time doing a long-form YouTube video and podcast, so welcome.

My name is Fernanda, and I am the founder of Filled Cups. My mission—and I say this without any irony—is to help people fill their cups with emotional connection, personal growth, and relationships that truly nourish them. When I say relationships, I mean real connections: platonic friendships, romantic partnerships, whether you are single and looking or already partnered.

I'm genuinely passionate about these topics; I love reading about them, nerding out about them, and exploring what makes them work. They fill my cup in so many ways. Right now, I'm navigating a personal transformation and growth journey of my own, discovering more about who I am and trying to live my best life.

Part of living my best life is helping others live theirs, which is why I decided to start this podcast called Connectedness. My vision is to dive deep into these themes, exploring both the challenging parts and the joyful moments of building a life where you are deeply connected to others and to yourself.

As we go on this journey together, it might get a little messy. We are building our path as we walk it, and I definitely don't have it all figured out. I have good days and bad days, moments of exciting insight that I can't wait to share, and quieter moments where I have to sit down and journal to find clarity amid a flurry of ideas.

Bear with me as I learn the technical side of podcasting. I can't wait to bring on guests—friends, experts, and even people I haven't met yet—so we can share life lessons, honest advice, and practical ways to prioritize what truly fills our emotional cups.

I believe deeply in self-ownership, and my hope is to encourage you to take what resonates here and put it into practice in your own life. Thank you so much for being here, and I'm thrilled to take this journey with you.