Meet Our November ‘21 Woman Crush: Malena Llyod
I met Malena the craziest way! We were both on a flight to see our families for the holidays and being the extravert that I am, I randomly struck up a conversation with her. During our fortuitous conversation I learned that she was a screenwriter and the aspiring producer in me was intrigued. Before our flight ended, we exchanged contact information. Not too long after our first encounter we soon began to hang out and became really great friends. She is such a vibrant and wise soul and I am so excited to be highlighting her this month as our Woman Crush.
Tell us About Yourself!
I’m the co-owner of a social media marketing agency, Social Light, based in LA! I’m also involved in reality television production, and am a screenwriter.
What do you feel your single season has taught you?
I feel because I didn’t have a partner (I just got into a new relationship!), I was able to be a “lone wolf” in a healthy way. I was grateful to have time discover what I loved to do on my own, I learned how to travel by myself, I had opportunities to say “yes” to so many things because I didn’t have to consider a partner. I got to be selfish! While I can still do so much of this in a relationship, I truly took advantage of being single to learn about and grow in love with myself, and rid myself of dependent behaviors.
What do you think is a common misconception about being Single and how are you changing the narrative?
That it’s “lonely.” There’s a difference between being alone and feeling lonely. Being alone can be a beautiful thing and something I believe everyone should be intentional with. Appreciate how you choose to spend that time – you get to spend it with YOU!
What are ways you combat loneliness in the season?
My vague response is mindfulness – that’s what helped me. More specifically, once I began to appreciate every part of myself – physical, mental, emotional - and acknowledge my own growth, I was able to break through blocks and not feel so lonely.
How Do You Practice Self love?
I have so many resources, but the main one is through journaling. It’s a safe space, personal to me, where I can get out questions, negative thoughts & emotions, and also share positive experiences without anxiety or fear of judgement. People really underestimate what journaling can do for you!
What words of wisdom do you wish to share with other single women?
If you know you want a life partner, enjoy the time you have with yourself now because you could meet your person at any moment. Savor every second of yourself; not out of desperation or hurry, but out of love for the woman you’ve become.
