Episode 9

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2nd Feb 2026

Me a Mug? Other peoples opinions

In this episode, Lisa kicks things off with a lighthearted millennial confession: after years of loyalty to invisible trainer socks, she’s finally said “RIP” to short socks and embraced the long white sock era.

From there, she dives into a powerful lesson from her mentor: do things despite the good opinion of others. Lisa explores how people will always have something to say — about your choices, your career, your appearance, your relationships — but their approval isn’t required. She unpacks the pressure to fit in, the illusion of perfection on social media, and the myth of being “lucky” when hard work is what really built your life.

She also talks about the moment when early cheerleading can shift into jealousy, and why other people’s comments — whether it’s about your sofa or your success — are none of their business. With her signature humour, she reminds listeners that “if you were everybody’s cup of tea, you’d be a mug.”

The episode closes with a heartfelt reminder to live your own life, stop stressing about Auntie Sharon’s opinion, and surround yourself with people who genuinely care. Dream big, reach for the stars, and don’t let anyone else’s views steer your path.

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Lisa Jones

Hi I'm Lisa
I'm 37 and from South Wales in the united Kingdom. I love sunflowers, chatting, random facts and seeing the positives in the littlest of things. I'm passionate about sharing my positive outlook on life to try and bring a little bit of brightness to someone's week.