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The 20's Survival GuideHow To Protect Your Peace From Negative People (TB)Send us a textNow that we’re heading toward the end of the year, I think it’s the perfect time to reflect on the people we spend the most time around (especially those whose negativity can quietly affect us without us realising).In this episode, I talk about how to recognise negative behaviour, the impact it can have on your mindset over time, and how we can protect our energy.I also share thoughts on approaching difficult conversations with people who consistently bring negativity into your life, and why being intentional abou...
2025-12-2421 min
Potent PodablesEpisode 276 - December 1 to December 5 2025 - Live and Let Die Another DayJeopardy! recaps from the week of December 1st, 2025. We discuss Emily's rabies anxiety, the Rick Astley paradox, and Walter White's psychology, before moving on to a very wheelhouse-y deep dive from Kyle on Bond -- James Bond.
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2025-12-121h 43The 20's Survival GuideHow To Know If You Have ADHD - Myths, Symptoms And Coping Tips For Your 20s (TB)Send us a textDo you struggle to stay focused on important projects or find yourself making impulsive decisions you later regret? This week, we’re revisiting an old but favourite episode, where we discuss exactly that. In a world where attention is treated like currency, staying on task can feel impossible, but struggling to focus every now and then doesn’t necessarily mean something is “wrong” with you.As someone who has been diagnosed with ADHD very young, I have experienced both the common and niche symptoms, and discovered the most effective coping strategies for mana...
2025-12-1024 minThe 20's Survival GuideWhy The 9-5 Isn't As Bad As You Think (Ft. Leah)Send us a textThis week, we’re joined by Leah (@thatyoungprofessional) to talk about how to make the most of your 9-5 and your life outside of it in your 20s.We get into why social media loves to hate the 9-5 (and what it gets wrong), how to actually negotiate the salary or promotion you deserve, and how to stay ahead in the current hot mess of a job market, thanks to AI, uncertainty, and a lot of noise.No matter where you are in your career, this episode is...
2025-12-0332 minThe 20's Survival GuideHow to Make Exercise a Habit in Your 20's (and stick with it) (TB)Send us a textSince winter has hit us like a bus this week, and leaving the house to brave the cold now requires some serious mental preparation, I thought it was the perfect time to talk about building the habit of exercising (even when it feels absolutely arctic outside).This week, we’re bringing back a solo session all about why it’s so important to establish an exercise routine in our 20s. With social media constantly telling us how we should be moving our bodies, it can get pretty overwhelming. So today...
2025-11-1924 minThe 20's Survival GuideHow to Break The Doom Scroll CycleSend us a textEver told yourself, “I’m just going to take a quick break” and then looked up an hour later, deep in the doom scroll?Between Instagram reels, endless notifications, and that creeping guilt of “where did my time go?”, it’s easy to feel stuck in a loop. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.In this episode, I’m sharing a low-maintenance guide to doom-scrolling less without completely changing your routine or giving up your favourite apps.Join me for a much-needed DMC on being more present, fi...
2025-11-1222 minThe 20's Survival GuideHow to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others (A 5 Step Guide) (TB)Send us a textDo you find yourself comparing your life or career to the people around you and those on social media? The good news is that this is totally normal! But that doesn't make it any easier. In this week's solo episode, we are discussing why we are all so susceptible to comparison and 5 tips that you can use to help you shift your mindset away from comparing yourself to those around you. Enjoy!Support the show
2025-11-0515 minThe 20's Survival GuideHow to Be Fit Without Making It Your Personality in Your 20s (Ft Motivate With Maria)Send us a textHave you ever felt like the world of sports and fitness has shifted from being about health and connection to constant competition and pressure? Like if you start running, people immediately expect you to sign up for a marathon?This week, we’re joined by 22 year old rugby player and content creator Maria, known on Instagram as @MotivateWithMaria. Maria opens up about her journey with fitness, grief, and self-expression and how movement can be a healthy outlet rather than your whole identity.We explore how fitness can serve as a...
2025-10-2237 minThe 20's Survival Guide12 Signs You’re Doing BETTER Than You Think in Your 20s (TB)Send us a textDo you ever catch yourself feeling behind, or guilty that you aren't at your best version of yourself yet? The good news is that this is so normal, and sometimes you need a reminder that you are actually doing much better than you think. In this episode, we discuss and go into detail of 12 signs that show you you are doing much better than you think in your 20's! If you want a motivational pick me up, a comforting compliment, or a structured redirection, this episode is for...
2025-10-1526 minThe 20's Survival GuideFive Mindset Shifts for Mental Fitness in Your 20sSend us a textA strange little Saturday exercise, eyes closed, three mystery bottles, a friend with a case of flower drops, turned into a mirror I didn’t know I needed. I walk you through the mindset shift that followed, then break down five practical lessons that have reshaped my week and steadied my year. Since mental fitness is just as important as physical fitness, I knew we HAD to have an episode about it! Enjoy!Support the show
2025-10-0818 minThe 20's Survival GuideWhy Female Friendships Matter More Than You Think (Ft Amy Launder)Send us a textThis week, we invited creator Amy Launder to come on and spill the tea that we need to hear. From run club culture and how to go alone, to being extremely vulnerable on social media and starting out on Instagram, all the way to her recent break-up from her long-term relationship which she has started vlogging about on social media. Throughout all of this, we discuss the importance of investing in your female friendships in your 20's and why you shouldn't make your purpose to be someone's partner. We ta...
2025-10-0145 minThe 20's Survival GuideHow Worrying Less Can Help You Achieve MoreSend us a textWorry can silently destroy your twenties. As a self-proclaimed chronic worrier, I've spent countless hours fretting over everything from lunch choices to life-changing decisions, only to realize how much precious time this habit steals from us.This episode dives deep into why we worry so excessively in our twenties. From decision making to fear of wasted potential, to comparison culture through social media, it can be difficult to be present all the time.But the good news is that I have three practical strategies that have helped me compartmentalise...
2025-09-2421 minThe 20's Survival GuideHow to Survive the ‘What Are You Doing With Your Life?’ QuestionSend us a textWhat's the deal with everyone asking what you're doing with your life when you have no clue yourself? Emily welcomes back her best friend Ellie to discuss the reality behind the social media-fueled side hustle culture that makes us feel inadequate if we're not maximising every aspect of our lives. Ellie hilariously recounts almost convincing herself to invest in parking lots after watching a TikTok video, despite not having any capital or experience!Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by family members comparing you to successful peers, frustrated by we...
2025-09-1723 minThe 20's Survival GuideHow to Get Rid of Post Summer BluesSend us a textWe have reached that dreaded moment where September has commenced and we have to face that summer might just be behind us...Pub gardens, warm evening walks, and crisp Aperol Spritz's might not hit the same, and that's okay! The transition from summer to autumn affects countless people, sometimes triggering what feels like full-blown seasonal depression. Drawing from personal experience with winter blues that left me feeling numb and disconnected, this episode unpacks the reality of seasonal mood changes and offers practical strategies to maintain your emotional wellbeing as t...
2025-09-1018 minThe 20's Survival GuideThe 4 Personality Types Everyone Should Know Before 30Send us a textEver wonder why some people thrive under pressure while others shut down? Or why your laid-back friend drives your Type A brain insane? In this episode, we break down the four classic personality types: Type A, B, C, and D, and how they show up in real life. From friendships to the workplace, knowing these patterns can help you communicate better, avoid unnecessary conflict, and build stronger connections. It’s not about putting people in boxes — it’s about understanding how we work, and how to work better with others.
2025-07-2319 minThe 20's Survival GuideThe Power Of Saying No - And Meaning ItSend us a textThat simple two-letter word, 'no', might be the most powerful tool you're not using enough in your twenties. But what's the real cost of saying yes to everything?This episode unpacks how to reframe "no" as an act of self-respect rather than rejection, and provides practical approaches to declining requests confidently: the direct no, the kind no, the boundary-setting no, and the no without over-explanation (because you don't owe anyone a five-paragraph essay justifying your decision!).The most successful, respected people have mastered the art of s...
2025-07-1619 minThe 20's Survival GuideThe Struggle of Job Searching in Your 20sSend us a textJob hunting in your twenties is an emotional rollercoaster filled with rejection fatigue, imposter syndrome, and the pressure to compete in an oversaturated job market. And somehow we're all supposed to do it with a smile on our face?In a stage of your life where uncertainty is the norm, it's hard to figure out if you should pursue something you are passionate about or commit to a job that allows you to fulfil your lifestyle choices. In this week's episode, we talk about the reality that no...
2025-07-0926 minThe 20's Survival GuideSummer FOMO: How to Not Stress About Missing OutSend us a textSummer FOMO hits particularly hard as everyone seems to be living their best life while you may be stuck at work or feeling left out.There's an unspoken pressure to maximise every sunlit moment and this stigma that if you're not going on at least one 'girls trip', you're not making the most of your summer.In this week's episode, we explore why comparison intensifies during summer months and how to reclaim your summer enjoyment without measuring yourself against social media highlights.Enjoy!Support the...
2025-07-0218 minThe 20's Survival GuideWhat Would You Tell Your Teen Self If You Could Go Back?Send us a textWhat would you tell your younger self if you could go back in time?This episode is a letter to my younger self, what I would tell her if I could go back in time with the life experience I have now. And if it applies to me, it may very well have applied to you too. This episode also serves as a reminder that wherever you are in your journey right now is exactly where you need to be. You should celebrate your progress rather than criticise it!
2025-06-2524 minThe 20's Survival GuideBeing The Single Friend And Learning To Love ItSend us a textHave you watched your social media fill with couples photos on Valentine's Day and felt like you wanted to chuck your phone out the window? I get it.But being single can provide you with some of the best years of your life. From learning what you truly want in relationships to having the freedom to pursue career goals without compromise, being the single friend can come with many advantages. Later in the episode, we discuss practical advice for the person who has felt isolated as the "third wheel" i...
2025-06-1829 minThe 20's Survival GuideThe Role You Didn't Know You Were Playing In Your Friendship GroupSend us a textFriendships in your twenties is a whole different beast than it was in school. We’re growing, healing, working, moving, dating and so much more. And our friendships either stretch with us… or snap.We’re talking about those invisible roles we all end up playing in our friendships, the ones we didn’t exactly sign up for. Are you the therapist friend? The one who plans everything? The friend who always brings the vibe but never gets checked on? In today's episode, were talking about how you can identify...
2025-06-1116 minThe 20's Survival GuideHow to Deal With Body Image Anxiety Whilst Heading into SummerSend us a textSummer is on our doorstep and I can't be the only one who couldn't be happier!But with summer, comes bikinis and shorts and sometimes even body image anxiety. The good news is this is really common! But it is something we shouldn't have to experience or allow it to ruin our precious summer memories. In this week's episode, we are discussing why we face body image anxiety when summer comes around, how we can stop this feeling, 6 practical tips to get in a better mindset, and ho...
2025-06-0423 minThe 20's Survival GuideHow to Actually Find Your Passion in Your 20'sSend us a textFinding your passion is a gradual process that happens through curiosity, exploration, and trial and error. Not a sudden lightbulb moment that defines your identity overnight. Most people don't wake up knowing exactly what they're meant to do, and that's completely normal as your twenties are meant to be a decade of figuring it out rather than knowing it all! If you are trying to figure out what your 'thing' is or want to have something in your life that grounds you, this episode is for you!En...
2025-05-2820 minThe 20's Survival Guide10 Things You're Supposed to be Confused About in You're 20'sSend us a textYour 20s can feel like a chaotic mix of ambition, uncertainty, and the constant pressure to "have it all figured out." Sometimes you might feel confused whilst everybody around you looks like they know what they're doing.In this episode, we're breaking down 10 things that are totally normal to be confused about. From careers and relationships to identity, money, and everything in between. Whether you’re feeling stuck, behind, or just overwhelmed by the amount of constant change in your life, this is your reminder that confusion isn...
2025-05-2126 minThe 20's Survival GuideThe Ultimate Summer Bucket List: Things Every 20-Something Should DoSend us a textAre you ready to make this summer the best one yet? You might have work, or other commitments, but that doesn't have to stop you, it just means you have to be more intentional about your plans. In this week's episode, I have created the ULTIMATE summer bucket list with 8 top ways you can make the most of your 2025 summer. And don't worry, none of these are basic ideas either...Enjoy!Support the show
2025-05-1419 minThe 20's Survival Guide12 Signs You’re Doing BETTER Than You Think in Your 20sSend us a textDo you ever catch yourself feeling behind, or guilty that you aren't at your best version of yourself yet? The good news is that this is so normal, and sometimes you need a reminder that you are actually doing much better than you think. In this episode, we discuss and go into detail of 12 signs that show you you are doing much better than you think in your 20's! If you want a motivational pick me up, a comforting compliment, or a structured redirection, this episode is for...
2025-05-0726 minThe 20's Survival GuideWhy Is This App Making Me Feel Unlovable? (Navigating Dating Apps In Your 20's)Send us a textAre you frustrated with dating apps and just want to meet someone face-to-face? In this week's episode, we are diving into the burnout of swiping, ghosting, and why finding a genuine connection on dating apps is harder than ever.Have you wondered whether dating apps are helping or actually hurting your chances of finding someone? This episode will reveal your answer and even includes some personal stories to comfort you too! If you've ever wondered whether real connection can exist beyond awkward prompts and tired pick up li...
2025-04-3020 minThe 20's Survival GuideDe-influencing Your Productivity Guilt - (Time Management Hacks That Actually Work)Send us a textAre you tired of all the wellness and productivity bait on social media at the moment? It feels like we are constantly made to feel badly for never being productive enough. But some days, all we can do is the bare minimum and that's ok! In this week's episode, I am de-influencing you on the need to feel productive all the time. We discuss niche top tips on how to put in the least effort possible to get the most out of your time and productivity! We also discuss wh...
2025-04-2325 minThe 20's Survival GuideHow to Stay on Track for Your 2025 Goals (Quaterly Check In)Send us a textWe are just over a quater way in to 2025 and that only means one thing...Last year I released an episode on how to plan your goals for 2025, ensuring they are realistic and achievable. In order to make them acheivable, its essential we have quaterly check-ins to make sure we are still on track for what we want to achieve this year. In this episde I break down exactly how to conduct your quarterly check in, what to do if your priorities have shifted on certain things, and how t...
2025-04-1624 minThe 20's Survival GuideHow to Handle Career RejectionSend us a textThis week we are diving into career rejection!This episode includes why we struggle with rejection, how to overcome the feeling of disappointment, and how to use your rejection as an opportunity for growth.Enjoy!Support the show
2025-04-0920 minThe 20's Survival GuideSingle vs. Committed: Navigating Relationships in Your 20sSend us a textThis week's episode is about the age old long debate - what is is better? Being single, or being in a relationship in your 20's? In this episode we are weighing up the pros and cons of both to help you decide what option is best for you in your current lifestyle. Later, we talk about tips on how to find someone, why it is important to make the most of your single years in your 20's, and so much more. Whether you are in a relationship, or...
2025-04-0228 minThe 20's Survival GuideHow to Manage Hangovers, Energy, and Sleep: Teens vs. TwentiesSend us a textRemember when you could party all night, sleep for two hours, and still make it to your 9 AM lecture? Yeah… not so much anymore.But we’re not done going out, we just have to be a little smarter about it.This episode’s all about how to keep the fun going without wrecking yourself. We are discussing how to use naps, hydration, drink choices, and hangover fixes (that actually work), to your advantage.Getting older doesn’t mean slowing down. It just means playing it smarter.
2025-03-2627 minThe 20's Survival GuideHow to Know If You Have ADHD: Myths, Symptoms, and Coping Tips for Your 20sSend us a textDo you ever wonder if you might have ADHD? The topic of ADHD is spoken about now more than ever, and it is important we chat about what it means for you!As someone who has been diagnosed with ADHD from a young age,I’m here to share my personal insights, including lesser-known symptoms to watch for and my top strategies for managing ADHD in order to thrive in your 20's.In this episode, we’ll explore what ADHD truly is, the myths surrounding it, the subtle symptoms you...
2025-03-1224 minThe 20's Survival GuideHow The 'Good Girl Trap' Effects Your Self WorthSend us a textDo you ever struggle with your self worth? Or maybe you struggle with defining what self worth even is to you?Do not fear, this is so normal and this episode is absolutely made for you! In this episode we go into depth on 5 reasons why women struggle with their self worth and what we are told to define ourselves as. But don't worry, I do not leave you hanging! We also go into depth on several tips and tricks to build up your self worth and de...
2025-03-0529 min