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  • Thriving again after toxic relationships—with therapist Meghan Fitzpatrick
    If you’ve been in a toxic relationship you’ll know how deeply it can affect you. In this episode Janelle interviews special guest Meghan Fitzpatrick, a Therapist, Coach and Podcast Host of Career Congregation, all about toxic relationships and how to thrive again. 

    Janelle and Meghan talk about what toxic really means, why it's so hard to leave, and how to get back on track again. 

    If you or someone you care about has recently left a toxic relationship, you keep going back, or you’re wondering why on earth it’s so hard to heal, this episode will give you insights and tools that can help. 

    Connect with Meghan via her website MeghanFitzpatrick.com or via her instagram @helpfulconversations

    🎙️About your host: 
    Janelle Kee-Sue is a Transformational Coach, Hypnotherapist, NLP and Somatic Practitioner, and the host of the Finally Thriving podcast. Based in Wellington, New Zealand, she helps women rebuild their self-worth and confidence—especially after toxic relationships or workplaces—so they can feel calm, empowered, and fully in control of their lives. Janelle combines deep subconscious work with practical, science-backed tools for rapid and lasting transformation.

    ➡️ Follow Janelle on Instagram: @janellekeesue.coaching
    Learn more and book a free consult at www.janellekeesue.com
    44 min
  • The ‘I’ll be happy when’ trap (and how to get out of it)
    Ever caught yourself thinking, “I’ll be happy when I get the job… lose the weight… find the one…”?
    You’re not alone.

    In this episode, Janelle and Ricky unpack the sneaky and exhausting trap of chasing happiness in the future—only to find it keeps moving further away.

    From dream houses to pay raises to finding “the one,” we explore how the ‘I’ll be happy when’ mindset robs us of joy in the present moment and keeps us stuck in a cycle of never-enough. 

    Janelle and Ricky share personal stories and practical strategies to help you break free from this mental loop, reconnect with the now, and start thriving—right where you are.

    This episode is your reminder that happiness isn’t hiding in the next milestone—it’s available to you now.

    Follow Janelle and Ricky on Instagram:
    @janellekeesue.coaching
    @ricky.keesue

    For more information and episode updates, visit https://www.janellekeesue.com/podcast 

    Book your free consult with Janelle Kee-Sue, Life Coach & Hypnotherapist, here: https://www.janellekeesue.com/
    16 min
  • When to work on a relationship vs. walk away
    How do you know when it’s worth working on a relationship—and when it’s time to walk away?
     
    In this honest episode, Janelle and Ricky explore the tough but necessary questions we face in love, friendship, and even family dynamics. 

    If you’re the only one putting in effort, it may be time to let go. But what if you both want to make it work, yet nothing actually changes? We’ll talk about the importance of setting measurable goals for growth and repair, not just relying on hope or promises.

    This episode will help you get clear on what you need, what’s worth fighting for, and when walking away is actually the most loving choice—for both of you.

    Connect with us:
    @janellekeesue.coaching
    @ricky.keesue

    For more information and episode updates, visit https://www.janellekeesue.com/podcast 

    Book your free consult with Janelle Kee-Sue, Life Coach & Hypnotherapist, here: https://www.janellekeesue.com/
    17 min
  • What to Do When You Feel Stuck in Life
    Ever felt like you’re just standing still while life moves on without you? Perhaps you know you’re not happy where you are in life right now, whether it’s your relationships, career, or environment, but you have no idea how to move forward. 

    We all feel stuck at some point in our lives. In this episode, Janelle and Ricky talk about times they’ve both felt stuck, how to shift your perspective, and the small but powerful steps you can take to regain momentum. You don’t have to have it all figured out—sometimes, one small move is all it takes to get unstuck. 

    Connect with us
    Stay connected and join the conversation beyond the podcast! Follow Janelle and Ricky on Instagram:

    @janellekeesue.coaching

    @ricky.keesue

    For more information and episode updates, visit https://www.janellekeesue.com/podcast 

    Book your free consult with Janelle Kee-Sue, Life Coach & Hypnotherapist, here: https://www.janellekeesue.com/
    19 min
  • Should you quit your job?
    Should you quit your job like Janelle? Ricky and Janelle provide advice on what to think about before quitting your job—which is super relevant for these two because Janelle just quit her job as a marketing manager to pursue her businesses full time. Listen in for personal stories and tips before you make the call. 

    Connect with us

    Stay connected and join the conversation beyond the podcast! Follow Janelle and Ricky on Instagram:
    @janellekeesue.coaching

    @ricky.keesue

    For more information and episode updates, visit https://www.janellekeesue.com/podcast 
    Tune in and embrace the journey with Janelle and Ricky Kee-Sue on Terrible Life Advice, where some bad advice may be just what you need.
    21 min
  • What to do if you feel like an imposter
    Have you ever felt like an imposter at work? Imposter syndrome is thrown around a lot these days. But do we all feel like an imposter sometimes? Ricky and Janelle share their own experiences of feeling like an imposter at work and what helped them to manage it, plus they discuss the difference between full blown imposter syndrome and self doubt. 

    Connect with us

    Stay connected and join the conversation beyond the podcast! 

    Follow Janelle and Ricky on Instagram:
    @janellekeesue.coaching
    @ricky.keesue

    For more information and episode updates, visit https://www.janellekeesue.com/podcast 

    Tune in and embrace the journey with Janelle and Ricky Kee-Sue on Terrible Career Advice, where bad advice never felt so good!
    19 min
  • I hate my job, what should I do?
    What should you do if you hate your job? Ricky and Janelle offer their terrible career advice about what you can do if you dislike your job, and key things to consider before you give the middle finger and quit. 

    Connect with us

    Stay connected and join the conversation beyond the podcast! Follow Janelle and Ricky on Instagram:

    @janellekeesue.coaching

    @ricky.keesue

    For more information and episode updates, visit https://www.janellekeesue.com/podcast 

    Tune in and embrace the journey with Janelle and Ricky Kee-Sue on Terrible Career Advice, where bad advice never felt so good!
    21 min
  • Job hopping: Career helper or hinderer?
    Job hopping: Does it help or hinder your career? If you're changing roles and companies a lot, is it a good thing in the eyes of an employer, or a negative thing, and what does it do for the hopper?

    Ricky and Janelle share their thoughts on job hopping, and things to think about if you feel like hoppin' around. 

    Connect with us

    Stay connected and join the conversation beyond the podcast!

    Follow Janelle and Ricky on Instagram:
    @janellekeesue.coaching

    @ricky.keesue

    For more information and episode updates, visit https://www.janellekeesue.com/podcast 

    Tune in and embrace the journey with Janelle and Ricky Kee-Sue on Terrible Career Advice, where bad advice never felt so good!
    20 min
  • Should you ‘fake it till you make it’?
    Is fake it till you make it a good strategy? We hear this phrase thrown around a lot, but what does it really mean, and can it help or hinder your career? Ricky and Janelle share their thoughts and personal experiences (with plenty of laughs and silliness along the way). 

    Connect with us

    Stay connected and join the conversation beyond the podcast!

    Follow Janelle and Ricky on Instagram:
    @janellekeesue.coaching

    @ricky.keesue

    For more information and episode updates, visit https://www.janellekeesue.com/podcast 


    Tune in and embrace the journey with Janelle and Ricky Kee-Sue on Terrible Career Advice, where bad advice never felt so good!
    16 min
  • Bouncing back after being made redundant
    How to bounce back after being made redundant: In this economic climate, it's common for employees to lose their jobs. Is anyone ever actually safe? Ricky and Janelle discuss how to bounce back from redundancy and what they would do if they were made redundant tomorrow, because it’s always a good idea to have a plan! 

    Connect with us


    Stay connected and join the conversation beyond the podcast! Follow Janelle and Ricky on Instagram:

    @janellekeesue.coaching

    @ricky.keesue

    For more information and episode updates, visit https://www.janellekeesue.com/podcast 

    Tune in and embrace the journey with Janelle and Ricky Kee-Sue on Terrible Career Advice, where bad advice never felt so good!
    21 min

About Finally Thriving

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Finally Thriving is a wellness podcast dedicated to people on a personal growth journey, particularly after toxic relationships, environments, or challenging life events—whether in love,…