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If you’ve been feeling stuck, unqualified, or like you’re “not ready yet,” this episode is for you. I’ve been coaching and talking about imposter syndrome a lot lately—not just the classic mindset stuff, but how deeply it’s connected to your nervous system, your sense of safety, and the way you trust yourself.

Most of us try to fix imposter syndrome by learning more, improving more, or looking outward for validation… but the real work starts inside your body. In this episode, I’m breaking down how self-doubt shows up in your nervous system, why your brain keeps looping insecurity, and how you can slowly rebuild that inner trust again.

I also share practical tools like somatic slowing-down practices, journaling prompts, and what helped me personally as an entrepreneur who didn’t feel “ready” or “qualified” for most of the things I do today.

We’ll talk about:

• Why imposter syndrome is a nervous system issue, not just a mindset issue
• How to calm your body so you can make decisions from clarity
• What self-trust actually looks like in real life
• A few honest updates about my podcast, my business, and why I’m not doing weekly episodes anymore

If you’re someone who’s always doubting yourself, waiting to feel “ready,” or struggling to own your work… I hope this episode helps you take one step closer to trusting your voice.

If you liked this video, you might also enjoy:

• Beyond Imposter Syndrome - Finding Your Identity & Building Confidence - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6bAL3Qi5GZEgQpNWkZe6SS?si=6b8ca6c02b3d4d5b

• imposter syndrome: how to stop feeling like a fraud and be confident - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0j7m71XIuJsShFPwsmufjL?si=da70215e162948d4

• Stop Living on Autopilot: Your Wake-Up Call - https://open.spotify.com/episode/1S437CxFCiiZbfGYofrUOm?si=c8891d86569e460f

• Declutter Your Life: Reset Your Space, Mind, and Goals - https://open.spotify.com/episode/2iZFhIRpzwdM8649mk1Sgw?si=a96a4a4bb17b4738

• Your Comfort Zone Is Quietly Stealing Your Life - https://open.spotify.com/episode/3acxsda6ddvygx89eAyIbp?si=6bac058822694c42

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Are comedians really just depressed people hiding behind humour? I sat down with Malaysian comedian Kuah Jenhan to talk about the real side of comedy: dealing with grief, performing days after losing his dad, and why death is actually hilarious.

This conversation went deeper than expected. We talked about his 20-year journey in Malaysian standup, how social media is changing comedy, and his show about his late father that he rewrote after almost a decade.

If you've ever wondered what comedians are really like off stage, or why the funniest people seem to carry the heaviest stories - this one's for you.

🎭 ABOUT KUAH JENHAN:Kuah Jenhan is a Malaysian stand-up comedian with nearly 20 years in the scene. He's known for his narrative-driven comedy style, sharp storytelling, and his ability to make heavy topics like death genuinely entertaining. Recently grew his social media following from 5K to 18.6K in 1.5 years.

📍 Catch his show "Like This, Like Dad":

• Penang: November 8, 2025
• KL: November 14-15, 2025
• London: November 27, 2025

🎟️ Get tickets: http://kuahjenhan.com/tickets📱 Follow Jenhan: https://www.instagram.com/kuahjenhan/

📌 TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - intro

1:00 - meet Kuah Jenhan: 20 years in Malaysian comedy

4:10 - social media changed comedy forever (crowd work era)

6:38 - “That Show” with Ming Yue

9:20 - are comedians actually depressed?

11:11 - comedians and mental health: breaking the stereotype

13:10 - writing a show about his late father (15 years later)

15:40 - rewriting "Like This, Like Dad" after a 9-year gap

20:07 - why death is actually funny (mourners and crematoriums)

22:36 - Wendy thought she'd die in her 20s (living with no plan)

25:06 - what "Like This, Like Dad" is really about

25:57 - how has death and grieving changed Jenhan’s view about life

29:41 - Jenhan’s thought process in crafting "Like This, Like Dad"

31:38 - performing days after his dad passed away

33:33 - comedy as a form of art

35:01 - the struggle with social media as a comedian

36:34 - going from 5K to 18.6K followers in 1.5 years

40:20 - social media as a new art form to master

46:28 - personality on stage and off stage

47:45 - upcoming shows: Penang, KL, London

49:23 - final message: go watch live comedy shows in Malaysia

🎙️ ABOUT SMALL GIRL BIG TALK:Small Girl, Big Talk is where real conversations meet personal growth. Hosted by Wendy Vaz, this podcast explores the highs and lows of adulthood—from overcoming imposter syndrome to balancing relationships, self-care, and big life changes like weddings and entrepreneurship. Through solo reflections and guest interviews, Wendy offers heartfelt insights and practical advice to help you thrive.

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Sitting in my empty apartment before moving, thinking about all the change this year brought. Some I planned (getting married, quitting my job), some I didn't (moving to a new home). Here's what I'm learning about trusting the process when life doesn't go according to plan.Everything changed this year, and I'm finally ready to talk about it.This video is a real, unfiltered conversation about navigating major life transitions in your late 20s and early 30s. If you're going through your own season of change - whether it's a career shift, relationship transition, or just feeling like everything is happening all at once - this one's for you.🌼 TIMESTAMP0:00 - why I'm sitting in an empty room talking about change0:39 - last day in my old home (empty apartment tour)1:21 - expected vs unexpected change (and why both matter)3:05 - sitting with discomfort when life feels uncertain4:15 - lucky girl syndrome and trusting the universe5:01 - being proactive vs reactive in seasons of change5:41 - if you ask for growth, don't cry when it arrives6:22 - learning to let go and ask for help7:14 - what it means to be a "true villager"8:05 - marriage taught me: you don't have to do everything alone8:39 - why I'm glowing through all this change10:00 - come along on this new chapter with meFOLLOW ME FOR MORE:🌻 My Newsletter - https://wendyvaz.substack.com/🌼 Wendy's Instagram - https://instagram.com/wendyvazzy💛 Wendy's Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@wendyvazzy🧡 SGBT Instagram - @smallgirlbigtalkFor Sponsorship and Collaboration: [email protected]#personalgrowth #lifetransitions #movingvlog #mindfulness #manifestation #ChangeIsGood #SelfDevelopment #20s #30s #RealTalk

I’ve said this before and I’ll say it again, it breaks me to see you being stuck in the same vicious cycle, not living to your fullest potential.

Maybe you’re in your 30s, going through a quarter life crisis, or just feeling unfulfilled at work. The truth is—your comfort zone might be quietly holding you back.

In this episode, we dive into:

• Why you feel stuck in life and signs you’re too comfortable
• The fear of change and how it keeps you playing it safe
• Practical ways to break out of your comfort zone
• How small, consistent habits lead to personal growth and self improvement

If you’re tired of living an unfulfilled life and ready to step into your potential, I hope this episode will inspire you to start the journey towards growth, clarity, and freedom.

TIMESTAMP:

0:00 Intro

0:33 Your comfort zone is quietly stealing your life

3:07 Fear of change: getting through discomfort

6:39 How to get unstuck and break the pattern

8:14 Introducing new habits to escape autopilot living

10:53 Small steps that expand growth & break comfort zone

13:47 1:1 coaching to break free from feeling stuck

14:44 Outro

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Let's be real… we've all thought about leaving our job before, but we always feel like we can't quit because we need the money to survive. So we tell ourselves "we can't afford to quit our job."

But what if the real question you should be asking yourself is: "Can you afford NOT to quit your job today?"

In this episode, I'm sharing reflection questions for your personal and professional growth—the same questions that helped me when I was stuck deciding whether to leave my corporate job. (Spoiler alert: I did quit, and here's what I learned.)

It always feels scary being vulnerable about major life decisions online. But when I started this podcast, my intention was to create a safe space where we can discuss these huge adulting experiences together.

I hope this episode inspires you to ask yourself the hard questions about your career and maybe make a bolder move for your future self 😉

Questions/Journal Prompts from the Episode:

1. Where do you see yourself 10, 20, or 30 years from now?
2. Financially, can you afford to continue with your current salary and annual increment rate?
3. What does your professional growth look like in your current role and company?
4. If your workplace is toxic, can you afford to keep neglecting your health and well-being by staying?
5. What is the opportunity cost of staying where you are?
6. Do you have a dream you've always wanted to pursue—something you'd regret not trying?
7. What does your financial runway look like if you quit?
8. If you want to become an entrepreneur, are you prepared for potentially earning 50–80% less for 2–3 years while working twice as hard?
9. Can you really afford not to bet on yourself?

Timestamp:

0:00 Intro: Can You Really Afford Not to Quit Your Job?

2:04 Where do you see yourself in 10, 20, or 30 years?

4:18 Can you afford to continue with your current salary and annual increment rate?

5:32 What does your professional growth look like in your current role and company?

6:49 Can you afford to keep neglecting your health and well-being by staying?

8:40 What is the opportunity cost of staying here?

10:25 Do you have a dream you’ve always wanted to pursue—something you’d regret not trying?

11:51 What does your financial runway look like?

13:32 Quitting for Employment vs. Quitting for Entrepreneurship

15:53 If you want to be an entrepreneur, are you prepared for potentially 2-3 years of earning 50-80% less while working twice as hard?

16:12 The reasons why I quit my job

23:08 What’s next from Small Girl Big Talk?

24:47 Sign up for our coaching program!

27:33 Outro

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Ever feel like everyone else is getting married, buying houses, or having kids… while you’re still figuring things out? This episode is your reminder that you’re not behind—you’re on your own timeline.

In this episode, I’m combining the vlog from my recent Vancouver trip with a short sharing of the 3 biggest life lessons I’ve learned by simply observing my friends during my travel. I got to really assimilate myself into my friends’ daily lives and here’s what I learned:

• Why you don’t need the “latest” or “best” to live a good life
• How doing more of what you love builds a happy life
• And the most personal one—why if you want something, you should just go for it

Whether you’re struggling with comparison, redefining success in your 30s, or simply curious about my recent trip, this episode is for you.

TIMESTAMP:

0:00 episode preview: feeling behind in life, redefining success, comparing timelines

0:29 intro: life in your 30s

1:21 stop comparing yourself – we’re all on different timelines

2:26 lesson 1: you don’t need big city life to be happy

10:50 lesson 2: do more of what you love

16:09 lesson 3: if you want it, go for it

19:38 shift your perspective: your ordinary is someone else’s dream

20:50 outro: what’s next + join the journey

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This episode is one of the most personal and magical stories I’ve ever shared. I recently flew to Vancouver for my close friends’ wedding — a trip I never thought I could afford this year. But the universe had other plans. Through the power of love as a currency, adult friendships, and intentional manifestation, everything aligned. From a surprise flight sponsor to friends opening their homes, this was a real-life manifestation success story.✨

I talk about:

• How to manifest free travel
• Deepening and sustaining adult friendships
• What it means to manifest with love, not lack
• Choosing peace over regret
• Reflecting on “what could have been” while loving the life you’ve built
• A surprise Law of Attraction moment in 2025 with someone who changed my life

Whether you’re into manifestation, personal growth, or just need a warm, inspiring story about genuine human connection — this one’s for you.

TIMESTAMP:

0:00 Episode Preview

0:28 How I Manifested Travel with Love & Friendship

2:45 The Wedding Invite: Full Circle After Matchmaking My Friends

5:18 How I Manifested Free Travel by Asking for Help

6:53 A Wedding Rooted in Love, Intentions, and Overflowing Support

10:07 Manifesting with Love: Reuniting Through Adult Friendships

16:24 Could This Have Been My Life? Reflection Without Regret

19:57 Bumping Into Sam from Spiraling Higher: A 2025 Law of Attraction Moment

24:25 Manifestation Tips: How to Ask and Receive with Love as a Currency

25:49 Final Thoughts on Self-Improvement, Growth & Friendship Manifestation

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In this cozy reunion episode, we're soaking in the hot tub and diving deep into real talk about setting intentions vs. goals, nurturing long-distance friendships, and prioritizing wellness.🌼😌

During my recent trip to Vancouver (I'll be sharing more about this in the next episode), I was able to catch up with a dear old university friend of mine, Kendall McLaughlin. Kendall and I met through musical theater (we were both in the chorus of a 9 to 5 musical and our university's acappella group) in first year, and throughout my 4 years of university life, we've done countless fun and crazy things together (she's that friend who would do crazy things like Undie Run and No Pants Skytrain day with me 🤪), so reuniting with her after 9 years felt amazing.

This episode was recorded very candidly and spontaneously when we were talking about intentions in the hot tub, and I was enjoying our conversation so much that I wanted to invite you (my listeners) into a snippet of my real-life catch-up session with an old friend.

Join us as we catch up with Kendall, reflect on our recent journeys, talk about giving wedding speeches, and discuss Kendall's intention to focus more on physical health and how to make it fun. Whether you're on your own self-growth journey or missing that one friend you haven't seen in a while—this one's for you.🧡

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TIMESTAMP:

0:00 Episode Preview

0:24 Intro

2:26 Why We’re Choosing Intentions Over Goals

8:27 How We Maintain Long-Distance Friendships

11:52 Our Latest Intentions: Focusing on Physical Health

14:52 Experience in Galiano Island, Canada

17:43 Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up

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In this episode, I sat down with SPACEDOLLAH (Syed Abdullah) —a Malaysian content creator and science communicator who isn’t afraid to tell it like it is. He shares his raw and honest journey: from hitting rock bottom to becoming a full-time digital creator with a fast-growing YouTube channel.

We talked about everything from how to become a content creator in 2025, what it really takes to go viral on YouTube, and the mindset shifts that helped him move past self-doubt and comparison. No fluff, just real talk about making money online, building your niche, and the fear that keeps most people from starting.

He even opened up about a spiritual experience that pushed him to launch his channel—and how he’s now using content to spark curiosity about science and space.

If you’ve ever wondered:

• "Do I need everything figured out before I start?"
• "Can I actually make a living creating content?"
• "What if people judge me?"

… this one’s for you.

🎧 Tune in for reflections on purpose, growth, handling negativity, building a personal brand, and why a little madness might be the secret ingredient to this whole digital creator thing.

About SPACEDOLLAH (Syed Abdullah):

SPACEDOLLAH, also known as Syed Abdullah, is a Malaysian content creator and science communicator best known for making science cool, funny, and accessible. From a turbulent past to building a loyal online community, he now uses his platform to simplify complex topics, spark curiosity, and inspire others to create with purpose.

Follow SPACEDOLLAH on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truedollah/

TIMESTAMP:

0:00 – Episode Preview

1:40 – Intro: Meet Spacedollah, science communicator & content creator

2:24 – How to start your content creator journey (walk the talk)

3:05 – Why Spacedollah became a content creator

4:08 – Step-by-step: How he actually started creating content

4:52 – How long it takes to see results when starting

5:52 – Finding your niche as a creator

6:55 – Spacedollah’s passion for science & space explained

8:26 – IDGAF mindset: Stop worrying about other people

12:05 – Finding your purpose in content creation

13:16 – Making money as a content creator in 2025

15:55 – Gamechangers: What made Spacedollah grow faster

17:22 – Power vs money-based creators: What’s your motive?

19:43 – How to go viral on YouTube (real talk)

21:49 – Why good things take time: The hustle & wait

23:33 – Why people don’t start content creation

24:58 – How this podcast collab happened

26:16 – Using podcasts to grow your personal brand

28:04 – Life-changing moments that shift your mindset

33:03 – You want to change the world? Start with one person

35:38 – Look at analytics to grow as a creator

36:30 – Tell us: What’s stopping you from starting?

37:58 – Why creators won’t be replaced by AI

38:33 – Main fear stopping content creators (judgment)

39:05 – The myth of “needing everything before you start”

41:42 – Handling negativity as a content creator

42:27 – The world revolves around you, not others

42:54 – You can’t please everyone — focus on your people

43:20 – Don’t take advice from people without your goals

46:06 – First financial milestones as a digital creator

49:28 – Why a little madness is necessary in the creator world

50:40 – Final advice for aspiring creators

51:48 – Outro

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POV: Your big sister is calling you out — with love 🧡

This episode might sound a little harsh, but it’s real talk you didn’t know you needed. If you’ve been stuck in the same routine, going through life on autopilot, this is your sign to WAKE UP.

I break down:

• The real consequences of living passively
• How to break old habits that keep you stuck
• Why intentional mindset shifts matter
• And how to find the courage to start living on purpose

If you’ve been feeling “meh” about life, this one’s for you.

Don’t worry — I say it all with love.

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TIMESTAMP

00:00 Calling you out — with love

00:25 Are you living on autopilot without realizing it?

03:48 The consequences: What happens when you stay stuck

05:57 Habits: Start breaking toxic routines

07:23 Mindset: Get clear with your intention and vision

09:15 Courage: Stop letting fear and failure hold you back

10:10 Main message: It’s time to wake up

10:51 Outro: I hope this episode gave you a loving push

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