I’ve always been passionate about the idea of building your own life rather than fitting into someone else’s blueprint.

So get cosy for this one. In this episode, I share a personal glimpse into what it is like to build a portfolio career , the ups and downs, the judgment, the job hunting, the rejection, and the incredible wins that have come with it. From meaningful connections and creative expansion to slowly carving out a path that feels genuinely aligned with who I am, more and more everyday.

Throughout the episode, I reflect on insights from Stephanie Tyler’s wonderful article, 'The Thrill of Not Being for Everyone', and explore the freedom that comes when you stop trying to fit into society’s expectations and start belonging to yourself instead.This episode is for anyone who is doing life differently, questioning conventional career paths, or seeking the courage to create a life that reflects who they are.

The world doesn’t need more people fitting in. It needs more people doing different!If you are here, thanks for being here.

And if you know of anyone else who would find this poddy interesting, please do me a favor and let them know this exists.

Article mentioned: https://www.badgirlmedia.com/p/the-quiet-thrill-of-not-being-for

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Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Youtube.

Argentina was so epic! I’ve got heaps to say about this place, but mostly I feel like saying thank you for the richness it’s filled me with and the learnings I took from this culture.

In this episode, I often describe this holiday as "touching grass." Genuinely, that is how it felt for me because I think that is because this country has some real grit to it and there are many inspiring traditions in this culture that had me returning from this trip feeling refreshed and energised for life again in Melbourne.

This episode is a recap of my travels while staying with my boyfriend and his family in the capital, Buenos Aires, and our small venture out to Patagonia in San Martín de los Andes. But it’s also an episode filled with insight and analysis of my thoughts and opinions surrounding the country, the culture, the history and the main differences I notice between Melbourne and Buenos Aires.

There is a message in this one that no matter where we are, life is always unpredictable and will find ways to surprise us. Just being aware of that can be the difference in your everyday. This episode is for anyone curious about Argentina and the culture, or anyone who is facing uncertainty in their life.

If you are here, thanks for being here. And if you know of anyone else who would find this poddy interesting, please do let them know this exists.

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Instagram: @theeveryday.project

Substack: @melbouwmans

Available on Spotify and Apple.

In a world obsessed with mortgages, promotions, and the "perfect" timeline, choosing a different path can feel like self-torture. We’re taught to measure success in digits and titles, but what happens when those milestones don’t mirror your heart?

This episode is a raw reflection on the beauty of an unconventional life. From the grit of freelancing and the sting of job rejections to the freedom of a morning beach walk, I’m exploring the tension between society’s "shoulds" and our own "wants."

We discuss why choosing curiosity over certainty isn’t just luck, it’s an intentional, courageous sacrifice. It’s about redefining work as more than a paycheck and realising that "falling behind" is an illusion when you’re finally walking your own way. If you’ve ever felt "less than" for choosing passion over a 9-to-5, this is your invitation to define your own version of wonderful.

I'd love for this show to be a conversation, and since I’m just starting out, I’d love your feedback! DM me on socials with your thoughts, or if you want to help me grow, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. I’d love to hear from you.

You can find me:

Instagram @theeveryday.project

Youtube @everyday.project

Substack @melbouwmans

Spotify and Apple Podcasts @theeverydayproject

If you are here, thanks for being here!

Hello friends, and welcome to The Everyday Project! Let me introduce this project to you, share a little about my “found myself” moment in Airlie Beach, and reflect on the feeling of disconnection I have experienced in Melbourne. I’d love to use this platform to open up conversations, so if you ever have thoughts about an episode, leave a comment, DM the socials, or email [email protected] I would love to hear from you.

You can find me:

• Instagram @theeveryday.project
• Youtube @everyday.project
• Substack @melbouwmans

If you are here, thanks for being here!