Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Alex Alvarez. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Alex, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today We’d love to hear about a project that you’ve worked on that’s meant a lot to you.

The most meaningful project I’ve ever worked on and continue to work on is my podcast – Let’s Have a Moment. It started out as a journal of some sort. Initially, it was an opportunity for me to speak out loud about my healing journey. However, it’s quickly turned into a safe space for so many who experience heartbreak, betrayal and starting over. It is without a doubt, a meaningful project and I love being able to pay my knowledge forward. The lessons I’ve learned on my personal healing journey have been the most profound and impactful lessons in my life, to date. Building a community on the back of that is an added plus.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers

My name is Alex Alvarez and I was born and raised in Miami, FL. Growing up, I was very reserved and while my friends were meeting guys and dating, I was doing the exact opposite. When I turned 19, I met a boy and we quickly fell in love. Over the course of 6 years, I experienced the highs and lows of a first-time relationship. Because I was so naive, and for the most part, not very street-smart, I really didn’t recognize the signs of a narcissistic relationship. To me, we were “in love” and building a life together. A life that elevated us from a one-bedroom efficiency to a penthouse apartment. Vacations, thoughtful notes on my kitchen counter, and dates planned down to the last detail were all signs of a successful relationship, right? Wrong. For years, I heard the echo of doubt, worry, and just an overall feeling that accompanied a relationship that was just too good to be true. I decided to finally listen to that echo, and I left. Every day since that echo has been proven right over and over and over again. If I had a dollar for every time I heard the words “you dodged a bullet, Alex,” I’d probably have the money to buy him out of that penthouse apartment I grew to love. The day I left, my healing journey began. And she (the journey) was not very gracious but boy did she teach me a lot. I read books, journaled, took a solo trip to New York, and spent so much time at the beach my car was littered with sand on a regular basis, and I cried. A lot. An entire year after my break up, I went on a podcast to share my story. To share my learning experiences and just to speak out loud. If I’m being honest, I did it because I wanted to purge the feeling once and for all. For once, I wanted to share my story without sobbing. I wanted to share my story with anyone out there that shared my feeling but couldn’t find the words. The result of it was a viral podcast, a pissed-off ex, and the feeling of liberation. The story no longer controlled me. It was no longer “did you hear about what happened to Alex?” and instead it was, “she talked about it on the podcast and it was badass.” (At least that’s what I think happened.) I got thousands of comments, shares, and personal messages from men and women alike. It was overwhelming and beautiful and honestly, the most incredible experience. Do you know that feeling when you take a fresh blanket out of the dryer and quickly throw it on before it cools? That’s what it felt like. Warm, comfortable, and just like the best thing ever. The result of that podcast was starting my own, Let’s Have a Moment. I couldn’t believe people wanted to hear more of me and how could I say no?

Let’s talk about resilience next – do you have a story you can share with us?

When you have no choice but to start over, you really get comfortable with discomfort. Resilience is the ability to keep going. I read a quote recently that stated “it doesn’t get easier, you just get stronger.” My healing journey really tested my ability to stay strong, determined, and resilient even on my worst day. And now, I feel bulletproof.

What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?

I would say the most rewarding aspect of being a creative is the neverending support you receive once you find people that can appreciate your work. Oftentimes, the journey of being a creative can be a bit lonely. Most of the time the only one that understands your vision is you. However, whenever you do find “your people” you cultivate an environment that not only supports you but also feeds into your creative flow.

Contact Info:

• Website: itssalexalvarez.com/letshaveamoment
• Instagram: instagram.com/itssalexalvarez
• Other: tiktok.com/@itssalexalvarez

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