entries from your twenties

some fears don’t stay in childhood.

in today's episode, we break down some of my biggest childhood fears, how they’ve resurfaced in my adult life, and the three things i’m learning about dealing with fear when it resurfaces.

if you’ve ever wondered why certain anxieties keep following you through different chapters of life, this one might resonate.

sending you love x

🎙 entries from your twenties — a podcast about navigating your 20s, self-growth, and figuring life out along the way.

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chapters

0:00 childhood fears that followed me into adulthood

0:55 fear #1 – sleepovers and childhood panic

2:40 fear #2 – school and being separated from my mum

6:30 fear #3 – someone breaking into the house

8:28 fear #4 – the fear of losing my family

9:53 fear #5 – being terrified my brother would do drugs

14:19 how childhood fears show up in adulthood

14:24 sleepovers → learning who you can trust

17:11 school anxiety → fear of big life changes

19:50 break-in fear → fear of losing everything

22:50 fear of family dying as you get older

23:01 protecting my brother → feeling responsible for people

24:19 why these fears still exist

25:05 how to deal with fears that follow you into adulthood

25:05 step 1 – understand where the fear comes from

26:00 step 2 – remember you’re an adult with options

28:08 step 3 – admit the fear but don’t give in

31:12 final thoughts

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i’m 21 and i still live with my parents...i didn’t realize how complicated that would feel.in today’s episode, we talk about the reality of living at home in your 20s — the guilt, the judgment, the comfort, and the strange feeling that everyone else’s life is starting while yours is somehow on pause.

this is an honest conversation about early adulthood, independence, comparison, and learning to appreciate the chapter you’re in — even if it doesn’t look how you expected.

if you’ve ever felt embarrassed about living with your parents, worried you’re not where you should be, or confused about this weird in-between phase of your twenties, you are not alone.🎙 entries from your twenties — a podcast about navigating your 20s, self-growth, and figuring life out along the way.https://linktr.ee/entriesfromyourtwenties#livingwithparents #lifeinyour20s #adultingstruggles #selfgrowthpodcast#navigatingyour20s #feelingbehindinlife #twentiesadvice #youngadultlife#selfreflection #podcastyoutube #mentalhealthconversation #personalgrowthjourney

i always thought i was a positive person… until recently.

in today’s episode, we’re talking about pessimism and why so many of us mentally prepare for things to go wrong, especially during big life changes, new chapters, or moments of uncertainty.

if you’ve ever caught yourself imagining worst-case scenarios before they even happen, this episode is for you.

we talk about:

- why you might always expect the worst

- the psychology behind pessimistic thinking

- how negative thinking disguises itself as “being realistic.”

- the hidden benefits of pessimism (yes, there are some)

- practical ways to shift your mindset without fake positivity

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so you’re doom scrolling again.

yeah. me too.

in today’s episode, we’re talking about doom scrolling, social media addiction, and why we waste hours on tiktok even when we don’t want to.

we get into the biggest triggers behind a doom scroll session — from feeling intense pressure to being completely overwhelmed by your to-do list, to avoiding the things that actually matter most.

this episode breaks down:

- why doom scrolling feels impossible to stop

- how social media affects your mental health in your twenties- procrastination, overwhelm, and comparison culture

- practical ways to stop spending hours on tiktok

- simple habits to be more present and productive

if you’ve ever picked up your phone for five minutes and looked up two hours later… this one’s for you.

boys are like bread, and i’m gluten free… yet i keep going back anyway.

in this episode, we talk about why i’m drawn to toxic men, unhealthy relationship patterns, and emotionally unavailable partners even when i know better.

we get into attachment style, dating patterns, and the psychology behind toxic relationships...and why self-awareness doesn’t always break the cycle.

topics: toxic relationships, dating advice, attachment style, relationship patterns, emotionally unavailable men.

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fear is just growing pains bby

in this episode, we break down why fear doesn’t mean you’re failing…it means you’re growing.

self-doubt often shows up during change, when you’re choosing yourself, facing fear of failure, or stepping into something unfamiliar.

if you’ve been treating fear as a sign to stop, this episode is for you.

we talk about fear, self-doubt, and personal growth, and why discomfort in your twenties is often proof that you’re actually moving forward.

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in today's episode, we talk about identity, self-doubt, and the anxiety that comes with wanting to be accepted while still being yourself in your twenties.

a raw, conversational podcast episode about self-expression, vulnerability, and learning to trust yourself again.

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confusing love for validation can keep you stuck in the wrong relationships.

let's talk about it.

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chapters:

0:00 love vs validation
3:56 how we end up in the wrong relationships
4:58 low self-esteem
6:43 loneliness
9:25 guilt & people pleasing
13:10 relationships built on imbalance
16:03 what really holds a relationship together
18:00 why relationships fall apart when you grow
22:22 choosing yourself & breaking patterns
23:55 learning to validate yourself
25:07 please support!

dating apps made me feel disposable and i think they’re making all of us forget how to really connect.

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chapters:

00:00 - things have changed

2:10 - the rise of dating apps

15:12 - my hinge experience

20:27 - i’ve become so judgmental

24:26 - approaching people and breaking the cycle

36:46 - closing thoughts

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it's time to heal your relationship with body image.

today we will build a healthy foundation to help you feel confident and healthy in your body.

you are enough.

thank you so much for being here x

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chapters:

00:00 - the motive

00:33 - getting back at an ex

3:20 - wanting to look famous

9:32 - ask yourself “why”

11:09 - the “summer body”

16:18 - you're damaging your relationships

20:33 - will a good body make you happy?

26:12 - lets heal.

27:05 - it’s that damn phone

31:46 - tell someone how you feel

34:38 - how do you want to be perceived?

40:11 - granny time.

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