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The Twenties Detox

Bianca Venchiarutti

Your 20s weren't supposed to feel this disorienting, but half the beliefs driving your decisions aren't even yours.

The Twenties Detox is a podcast and blog for women in their 20s ready to stop absorbing and start questioning. We unpack the mindsets and myths keeping you stuck and replace them with a life built around your own rhythms, not someone else's timeline.

Growth isn't constant. Some seasons are for building, some for rest, some for starting over. If you're between who you were told to be and who you're becoming, you're in the right place.

- Bianca

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  • S5 · E37
    Wednesday · 18 min

    Hello October: The Seasonal Lessons of Autumn 🍂

    Autumn isn’t asking us to stop, it’s asking us to listen. Turn inward, and reflect. In this episode, I’m sharing two of the biggest lessons autumn can teach us about living with more intention, softness, and sustainable growth. First, we’ll explore the balance between doing and being. Just like some trees have already turned vibrant and are ready to let go, while others still have a little more growing to do, not every goal in our lives needs to be at the same stage. We’ll talk about celebrating what has reached maturity, releasing what is complete, and continuing to tend to the things that still feel aligned...without falling into the cycle of hustle, burnout, and starting over. Then, we’ll talk about making peace with your shadows. As the days become darker, autumn naturally invites us inward. Instead of being ashamed of the parts of ourselves we hide, resist, or wish away, we can begin to see them as protective parts that once helped keep us safe. This is your reminder that slowing down does not mean falling behind. It can be the very thing that helps you return to yourself, build a stronger foundation, and enter your next season with more clarity and resilience. 🩵 ======================== 00:00 introduction 01:45 power of seasonal living 04:12 internal vs external seasons 06:20 autumn transition: between 'doing' and 'being' 06:20 autumn feels: cozy, warmth, slowing down 07:44 the balance between 'doing' and 'being' 09:15 slower seasons ALLOW for continuous growth. 12:34 darker evenings: illuminating shadows 13:42 why do we have shadows? 15:43 the interconnectedness of light and darkness 17:03 resistance to autumn & slower seasons 18:08 final thoughts, workbook + newsletter ======================== How to support me (so I can keep posting!): 1. Buy my a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/thetwentiesdetox 2. Get my seasonal workbook: A 4-part workbook you can use every year to plan your goals in alignment with nature’s seasons. https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/align-with-the-seasons-guide ======================== More resources: The Twenties Detox Newsletter (free!!) https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/newsletter

  • S5 · E36
    September 30 · 24 min

    If you're feeling like you're not enough right now, this is for you.

    As the days get shorter and the shadows outside become a little more visible, autumn invites us to look inward, too. There’s something about this season that naturally brings our own shadows to the surface: the parts of ourselves we might avoid, the mistakes we still carry, and the feeling that we should be further along than we are. In this episode, we’re talking about the feeling of not being enough, learning to forgive ourselves for the things we wish we had done differently, and accepting ourselves for where we are right now, even when it isn’t where we ultimately want to be. Because when we’re constantly living in the past or reaching toward the future, we miss the only place where we can actually create change: the present moment. Think of this as your autumn reminder to slow down, meet yourself where you are, and make a little more peace with the person you’re becoming. 🩵 ======================== in this episode: 0:00 introduction 1:39 meet haku 2:03 a heavier theme of autumn... 4:29 these thoughts are not productive. 7:03 how to forgive ourselves (guilt vs shame) 9:56 how I forgave my reactivity 11:27 autumn season unlocks your shadows 13:12 how to accept ourselves for where we are right now 17:42 you're not giving yourself enough credit 20:08 recap 21:21 job market example 22:35 final thoughts, seasonal workbook and newsletter ======================== How to support me (so I can keep posting!): 1. Buy my a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/thetwentiesdetox 2. Get my seasonal workbook: A 4-part workbook you can use every year to plan your goals in alignment with nature’s seasons. https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/align-with-the-seasons-guide ======================== More resources: The Twenties Detox Newsletter (free!!) https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/newsletter

  • S5 · E35
    September 22 · 25 min

    Harvest Season 🍂 Q4 planning, the autumn arc & preparing for the holidays

    Q4 is right around the corner. And in the corporate and business world, this tends to be one of the busiest times of the year. End-of-year budgets, holiday sales and marketing campaigns, hitting annual targets, wrapping up projects, planning for the new year... there’s a lot happening. But here’s the thing: we have a say in how we live, too. That busy, “finish everything before the year ends” energy isn’t necessarily nature’s energy. It’s business energy. And if we’re not careful, we can start carrying that energy into our own lives, even when the season around us is asking us to do something completely different. When we resist the slower energy of autumn, it can start to show up in ways like: Feeling disconnected from your self-worth or self-love Becoming insecure about how much (or how little) you’ve grown Getting sick more often Feeling exhausted, but still feeling like you can’t slow down Constantly feeling like you need to be doing more before the year is over As we lean into this new season, I’ll be guiding us through what autumn can actually teach us, what it means to embrace slower months, and how to honour that slower energy without sacrificing our success or ambitions. But for now, let’s just take a moment. Look at your vision board. What has come true? What still needs nurturing? What can you let go of? And, perhaps most importantly, what should you avoid?(Hint: trying to force yourself into “lock in” mode when the season is asking you to slow down.) And then there’s the bonus topic that somehow creeps up every year and has a way of pulling us out of enjoying the season altogether: preparing mentally and financially for the holidays. Because yes, autumn is about slowing down. But that doesn’t mean we have to be caught off guard when December rolls around. I hope you enjoyed this one. Much love, Bianca ======================== in this episode: 0:00 introduction 1:02 my thoughts on the "autumn arc" 3:30 thinking about the bigger picture 5:32 Q4 corporate vs nature's energy 11:00 Review your vision board. 13:50 How seasonal living protects your 5-year plan 16:21 How to prepare for the holidays 17:50 financial tips for gift spending 20:04 gift ideas: keep your ears and eyes open! 21:03 Recap 23:31 final thoughts! ======================== How to support me (so I can keep posting!): 1. Buy my a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/thetwentiesdetox 2. Get my seasonal workbook: A 4-part workbook you can use every year to plan your goals in alignment with nature’s seasons. https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/align-with-the-seasons-guide ======================== More resources: The Twenties Detox Newsletter (free!!) https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/newsletter

  • S5 · E34
    September 15 · 18 min

    How to Feel Like a Kid Again This Autumn Season 🍂

    I've always been a very nostalgic person. I love decorating for the fall. Planning the traditions that I would do while the leaves start turning into beautiful golden colours. Making fall candles candy apples are an annual Thanksgiving pumpkin toss (whoever’s rolls the furthest, wins!). I'd also love to watch movies that would get me in the mood for the season all the 90s and early 2000s Disney Halloween movies, and I even have a fall playlist that I put on the second. It turns October 1st. It seems I'm not the only one that's constantly craving to feel like a kid again and each of those seasons. It can feel discouraging when no matter what it never reaches what it was like as a kid. But that doesn't mean we can't do things now to maximize every season that comes in a way that feels like you did as a kid and also with the flow of time meaning having the courage to try new things as well. p.s. I was feeling a little under the weather while recording this one so it's why it's a bit slower and softer. I hope you enjoy it. <3 Bianca ======================== in this episode: 0:00 introduction 1:08 nostalgia with new holidays and seasons 3:32 craving childhood memories 5:28 why time and memories feel different as kids 7:30 adults are on autopilot 9:58 what it means to "feel like a kid again" 11:58 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique 13:22 try some new things this autumn! 14:17 comment some ideas (let's help each other out) 16:09 final thoughts + seasonal workbook ======================== How to support me (so I can keep posting!): 1. Buy my a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/thetwentiesdetox 2. Get my seasonal workbook: A 4-part workbook you can use every year to plan your goals in alignment with nature’s seasons. https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/align-with-the-seasons-guide ======================== More resources: The Twenties Detox Newsletter (free!!) https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/newsletter

  • S5 · E33
    September 9 · 20 min

    The Friendship Analogy I Wish I Knew in My Early 20s

    Friendships in your twenties can feel complicated. People grow, paths change, and it can be hard to know which connections to nurture, redefine, or release. In this episode, I share the friendship analogy that helped me stop expecting every friendship to hold the same depth: the onion layers. We talk about the value of curiosity, giving people room to change, investing in your core community, and becoming your own best friend along the way. Your friendships do not all need to look the same to be meaningful. 🩵 p.s. thanks for being patient with this episode! I couldn’t get it up yesterday because of some technical issues. xo, 
 Bianca ======================== In this episode:0:00 introduction + newsletter 1:57 why friendships are so hard in your twenties 5:11 the onion layers friendship analogy 7:18 the art of genuine curiosity 10:28 becoming your own best friend 12:06 the art of improv in friendship 14:22 how to build new friends in adulthood 18:38 final thoughts + get the seasonal workbook! ========================how to support me (so I can keep posting!)…1. Buy my a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/thetwentiesdetox 2. Get my seasonal workbook: A 4-part workbook you can use every year to plan your goals in alignment with nature’s seasons. https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/align-with-the-seasons-guide========================more resources…The Twenties Detox Newsletter (free!!) https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/newsletter
 Next episode: Why you might lose friends on your personal growth journey https://open.spotify.com/episode/1r1phem8eLmL4hfRF3WHYT?si=9a22f40a833c4604

  • S5 · E32
    September 1 · 22 min

    Sipping the Last Drop of Summer | Sensommer Lessons

    Sensommer is the Scandinavian word for late summer. That golden, lingering stretch before fall arrives. This episode is an invitation to slow down, stay present, and celebrate the season instead of rushing past it. Before we chase pumpkin spice, let's sip the last drop of summer and honour everything it gave us: the wins, the growth, and the moments we almost skipped past. Stay a little longer in the sun. 🍑 ======================== In this episode: 0:00 introduction 2:18 seasonal living recap 4:32 summertime wins 6:08 the garden metaphor 8:35 lesson 1) why celebrating yourself feels uncomfortable 10:27 lesson 2) celebrating with others makes your energy contagious 11:24 lesson 3) recognizing pessimism + evaluating friendships 12:26 ways to celebrate yourself 15:53 why you shouldn't add new goals right now 19:22 don't rush into fall. celebrate your wins first. 20:31 workbook: align your life with the seasons 22:31 final thoughts ======================== how to support me (so I can keep posting!)… 1. Buy my a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/thetwentiesdetox 2. Get my seasonal workbook: A 4-part workbook you can use every year to plan your goals in alignment with nature’s seasons. https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/align-with-the-seasons-guide ======================== more resources… The Twenties Detox Newsletter (free!!) https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/newsletter

  • S5 · E31
    August 25 · 21 min

    Let Me De-Influence You: Why I Stopped Trusting Wellness Gurus

    Health is one of the most profitable industries in the world, and that comes with a cost. Most people are aware of the villainization of western medicine and its ties to Big Pharma. But smart entrepreneurs noticed that shift before the rest of us did, and eastern medicine is now facing the same disproportionate focus on profit over people. At the end of the day, no guru, doctor, or wellness specialist knows you better than you know yourself. Now more than ever, we need to become better advocates for our own autonomy when it comes to our health. Disclaimer: this isn't anti-doctor or anti-wellness. It's a reminder that no single product, protocol, or person has the entire answer, because your body, your mind, and your life are too unique for a one-size-fits-all fix. Buckle up, grab a beverage, and let's chat some de-influencing on my couch!! ======================== In this video… 0:00 introduction 3:24 trifecta of success 4:14 miracle marketing 8:57 the consumerism behind modern wellness 10:45 we're over-doing the supplements + medications 14:42 the corruption in both eastern & western medicine 17:07 you NEED to advocate for yourself 19:48 reducing stress should be #1 20:25 final thoughts ======================== how to support me (so I can keep posting!)… 1. Buy my a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/thetwentiesdetox 2. Get my seasonal workbook: A 4-part workbook you can use every year to plan your goals in alignment with nature’s seasons. https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/align-with-the-seasons-guide ======================== more resources… The Twenties Detox Newsletter (free!!) https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/newsletter

  • S5 · E30
    August 18 · 26 min

    What I’d Beg Every Person in Their 20s to Know About Attracting Abundance

    Your 20s can be the most difficult decade to feel abundant. Financial struggles, identity struggles, trying to figure out where you even belong… In this episode, I'm breaking down what actually creates abundance (and what doesn't) during one of the hardest decades to feel secure in. In this video… 0:00 introduction 2:45 know your risk tolerance 4:52 lesson 1) you need to start feeling abundant now 11:21 lesson 2) limit pessimism in your life 16:41 lesson 3) having the belief that you deserve more 18:54 lesson 4) A higher power WANTS you to be/feel more abundant. 21:14 recap! 23:51 final thoughts and how to support this channel how to support me (so I can keep posting!)… 1. Buy my a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/thetwentiesdetox 2. Get my seasonal workbook: A 4-part workbook you can use every year to plan your goals in alignment with nature’s seasons. https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/align-with-the-seasons-guide more resources… The Twenties Detox Newsletter (free!!) https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/newsletter#subscribe

  • S5 · E29
    August 11 · 28 min

    5 Things I Do After Work That Don’t Involve My Phone (Summer Edition)

    Maybe you don't hate your job. Your day is just missing your values. For the longest time I thought I couldn't get excited about my days because I didn't enjoy my work enough. What I actually realized was I wasn't building anything into my week that was connected to my top values. So in this episode, I'm sharing the top 5 things I do after a work day that don't involve my phone (or a TV). Fair warning… please don't copy my routines! The point of a routine is regulation, familiarity, and listening to your body. What's perfect for me might look completely different for you. Use this as a starting point to figure out what YOU actually value. We're halfway through summer. This is your gentle reminder to maximize the season you're in. In this video… 00:00 introduction 02:27 reminder to use this as inspiration!! 04:39 you're probably not aligned with your values 05:54 #1) Spending time in nature / just be outside. 08:47 #2 + 3) Spending time with loved ones 09:51 why meeting in person is so important 12:13 the first hangout (in a while) is the hardest 13:31 my family + friends make life worth living!! 17:26 #4 fuelling my body (movement + food) 19:24 #5 replenishing creative energy 22:26 how your current lifestyle can guide you 24:55 we are social beings!! 25:47 final thoughts 26:53 how to support this channel HOW TO SUPPORT ME: 🪷 Align Your Life With The Seasons — my 4-part guide + workbook for living the rest of your year in rhythm with the seasons instead of forcing "new year, new me" energy in January. Purchasers get a unique guidance article from me every month. https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/align-with-the-seasons-guide buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/thetwentiesdetox FREE SUNDAY NEWSLETTER 💌 Every Sunday: 3 actions for the week, something to listen to, something to journal on, and an activity to try. https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/newsletter#subscribe Brené Brown's values list: https://brenebrown.com/resources/dare-to-lead-list-of-values/ ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ New episode every Tuesday. Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thetwentiesdetox Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-twenties-detox/id1667193180 If something in this one resonated, send it to a friend. Let's grow this community!! ANSWER TO QUIZ: C Because your after-work routine should work for you, not against you. You are way more unique than any routine on the internet. The best routine aligns with what you value, supports your current lifestyle (and what it might be missing), and helps your nervous system relax so you can feel more abundant afterwards.

  • S5 · E28
    August 4 · 25 min

    How to *Finally* Stop Caring What Other People Think of You

    You are not one person. You are your parents' version, your best friend's version, your coworker's version, and none of them fully capture who you are. So why are you spending your entire twenties trying to control something that was never actually controllable? In this episode, I am getting into why we take things so personally, from evolutionary wiring to childhood conditioning to the stories different cultures teach us about our own worth. We are talking about the difference between defending your identity and defending your ego, the blue hair theory, and the LET THEM mindset that changed how I move through the world. This is the detox of finally letting people misunderstand you. This one is for you if you replay conversations for days, if you have ever assumed someone disliked you over one look, or if you are ready to stop managing everyone else's perception of you. in this video… 00:30 introduction 03:33 greece story + we're caring for unlikely reasons 07:37 how this is damaging relationships 09:29 we care because we're trying to protect our identity 10:08 cultural, psychological + environmental factors 12:07 evolutionary factors 13:33 the danger of seeking approval in your 20s 14:43 high school experience + blue hair theory16:60 recap! 18:57 people in your close circle 20:55 life is too precious to live it for others 22:20 next steps! how to support me (so I can keep posting!)… 1. Buy my a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/thetwentiesdetox 2. Get my seasonal workbook: A 4-part workbook you can use every year to plan your goals in alignment with nature’s seasons. https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/alig... more resources… The Twenties Detox Newsletterhttps://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/news...

  • S5 · E27
    July 21 · 27 min

    What I’d Beg Every Person in Their 20s to Know About Social Media

    For my 100th episode I think it's time that I share the ultimate detox message for our generation. Although it might be painful to admit… maybe our parents were right? Maybe it is our phones. Specifically, social media. If you’ve been listening for a while, you know my complicated relationship with social media. I’ve always felt like a bit of a hypocrite: promoting the podcast and making a living as a social media manager on the very apps that drains me. While there are amazing creators out there, these apps were ultimately built using psychological manipulation. They are no longer just tools for connection; they are engines built to influence and sell to us. In this episode I share my honest thoughts about social media, the psychology of how it’s perpetuating common pain points of feeling “lost” or “behind” in our twenties. I also share some strategies to find a balance with this app (if you’re not convinced to write it off, lol) Lastly, I encourage you to lean into what your gut is telling you while listening to this video. Only *you* will know what your form of balance is. Okay, let's get into it. in this video… 00:00 introduction 02:45 the evolution of instagram 05:35 social media is modern marketing 09:50 the delicacy of our twenties 10:47 yes, it affects our attention span 11:05 mental noise: scrolling is messing up our values & opinions 12:35 it's perpetuating feelings of being "behind" and "lost" 13:45 reflection. how do you consistently feel? 15:10 quick recap 15:38 we can't be bored anymore 16:13 so, why do we keep using it? 20:52 strategies & mindsets to find a balance with social media 26:05 final thoughts how to support me (so I can keep posting!)… 1. Buy my a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/thetwentiesdetox 2. Get my seasonal workbook: A 4-part workbook you can use every year to plan your goals in alignment with nature’s seasons. https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/align-with-the-seasons-guide more resources… The Twenties Detox Newsletter https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/newsletter#subscribe Reconnect with your values https://brenebrown.com/resources/dare-to-lead-list-of-values/ mentioned in this video… You Need to Be Bored. Here's Why. https://youtu.be/orQKfIXMiA8?si=Xe1eSno3ZD25HRnJ The Social Dilemma (2020)

  • S5 · E26
    July 14 · 32 min

    I meditated everyday for 1500 days: my 10 biggest lessons

    For the last five years, I’ve meditated almost every single day. Although highly requested... I was so intimidated to make this video. It is incredibly hard to put five years of deep, soul-shifting lessons into words without sounding cliché. But so many of you have been asking about my practice, so I wanted to finally sit down and try to extract my biggest lessons. Grab a cup of tea, get comfy, and let’s chat. This is a longer one!! I’m sharing how this daily practice completely saved my mental health, my biggest struggles, and the 10 lessons that changed how I view the world. Whether you’re a total beginner looking for simple mindfulness tips, or you’ve been on a self-improvement journey for years, I hope this helps you let go of the pressure, stop watching the clock, and just reconnect with who you really are. I hope you enjoy!! In this video: 0:00 introduction 2:00 how i learned about meditation 3:30 meditation anchors you in the present 5:40 time is the hindrance 8:30 There is no “success" with meditation 10:48 what to do when your thoughts are racing 13:15 the importance of breathwork 14:13 *why* we have racing thoughts (science) 18:40 meditation puts a pause on the threat system 23:58 how to separate yourself from your thoughts 25:39 You need time to realize you don't need time 26:27 Start with meditation apps. But your breath is the greatest teacher. 28:27 my favourite types of meditations 30:51 Final thoughts more goodies: seasonal workbook get the books: (affiliate!) (a new earth, untethered soul, body keeps the score) subscribe to the free newsletter follow on instagram

  • S5 · E25
    July 7 · 24 min

    The Summer I Started Aligning with the Sun and Trees | Seasonal Living Series

    There was a specific summer where I stopped fighting the season and started actually listening to it. And honestly, everything shifted after that. 🌞 In this episode, I am getting into what it really means to live seasonally, and specifically what summer is asking of you right now. We are talking about Q2 reflections, why summer is actually one of the best times to pivot instead of push harder, how social media can quietly pull you away from your own values if you are not paying attention, and the gardening analogy that completely changed how I think about goals. This episode is part of the Seasonal Living Series, and it might be the most grounding one yet!! This one is for you if you have been feeling a shift in your energy lately and you are not quite sure what to do with it. In this video: 00:30 A big thank you!! 01:25 Intro to seasonal living 04:07 Q2 Reflections! 07:09 Social media influencers and summer 08:41 Why it's okay to not always have a strategy 10:53 Summer is a time to pivot 14:48 Weeding out distractions! 16:22 How to live seasonally: the workbook 18:22 Doubling down on what's working! 21:42 Final thoughts extra goodies: Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetwentiesdetox Join The Twenties Detox Newsletter for weekly advice, blog updates, and an exclusive action of the week: ⁠https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/newsletter#subscribe Grab the Seasonal Workbook, a 40+ page seasonal roadmap to grow without the burnout: ⁠https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/align-with-the-seasons-guide books mentioned (affiliate link, win-win) Fourth Wing Series

  • July 1 · 18 min

    Listen to this if you get angry easily (there’s a reason)

    For the people who get angry easily. See red. Little things might trigger them. You might even feel ashamed afterwards. You’re not alone, this won’t be forever, but there is a REASON behind it. I couldn’t fit a video episode in this week, but didn’t want to leave you hanging!! I have been podcasting for about 3 years now, and although I’ve improved…there’s a few golden episodes in there that didn’t get their spotlight. This episode is one of them. I hope you enjoy! Back to video episodes next week. 

<3

  • S5 · E24
    June 23 · 39 min

    What I'd Beg Every Woman in Her 20s to Know About Morning Routines

    Morning routines are still one of the most talked about topics on the internet. And somehow, so many of us are still waking up feeling behind before the day has even started. In this episode, I am sharing everything I wish someone had told myself earlier about building a routine that's *actually* tailored to yourself. We are getting into why copying what you see on social media is quietly working against you, how your routines can start regulating your nervous system instead of adding to your stress, the two morning rituals I keep returning to no matter what season I am in, and why flexibility might actually be what makes a routine hold long term. We are also going into evening rituals, seasonal workouts, and the one values-based question that ties all of it together. This one is for you if you have tried to build a routine a hundred times and it never sticks. If you scroll through "that girl" content and feel more behind than inspired. If you are ready to stop performing your mornings and actually feel them. In this video: 0:00 Introduction 1:30 Influencers and their routines 2:40 The "perfect" routine 5:55 The purpose of routine 7:40 Stop following other people's routines 8:50 Routines for regaining control 10:58 Routines for nervous system regulation 13:03 Morning ritual #1: mindfulness 16:44 Morning ritual #2: joy 21:30 Why your routines don't stick 23:30 Evening rituals: grounding + quality time 25:55 Quarterly workout routines 30:59 Occasional rituals: travelling, social media detoxes, family time 33:16 Knowing your values is the key 34:01 Summary + outro extra goodies: Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetwentiesdetox/ Join The Twenties Detox Newsletter for weekly advice, blog updates, and an exclusive action of the week: https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/newsletter Grab the Seasonal Workbook, a 40+ page seasonal roadmap to grow without the burnout: https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/align-with-the-seasons-guide

  • S5 · E23
    June 16 · 31 min

    The Art of Unlearning: How to Rewire Your Beliefs and Unlock Your Inner Power

    Unlearning is the work nobody warns you about. You can read every self-help book, do all the right things, and still feel stuck, because sometimes the problem is not what you have not yet learned. It is what you need to let go of first. In this episode, I am walking you through the art of unlearning, what it actually means, why it is one of the most powerful things you can do for your personal growth, and the real practical steps I have used to start rewiring the limiting beliefs that were quietly running my life. We are getting into the role of neuroplasticity, how tools like meditation, affirmations, and journaling can genuinely shift your inner world, and the personal stories that made me realize I had to unlearn before I could truly grow. This is the episode I needed years ago. This one is for you if you have done the inner work and still feel like something is holding you back, if you know something needs to change but cannot quite name what it is, or if you are ready to stop letting old beliefs make decisions for you. In this video 0:00 introduction 2:02 my final year of university (covid, grief, straight As) 9:06 post graduation + my first unlearning 11:53 my first spiritual awakening (thanks to Eckhart Tolle) 13:39 step one: awareness + mindfulness 16:32 how limiting beliefs control you 18:38 summer post grad + tony robbins! 21:06 unlearning requires you to mourn a previous identity 22:38 blaming people (and yourself) will slow things down 23:49 the table analogy for belief systems 25:50 knocking down the legs 28:24 final step: create an empowering belief system 30:09 next steps <3 TONY ROBBINS BOOK: Awaken the Giant Within ECKHART TOLLE: A New Earth More stuff for you: 📩 Join The Twenties Detox Newsletter — weekly advice, blog updates & an exclusive action of the week: ⁠⁠https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/newsletter⁠⁠ 🍂 Align With the Seasons Guide — a 40+ page seasonal roadmap to grow without the burnout: ⁠⁠https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/align-with-the-seasons-guide⁠⁠

  • S5 · E22
    June 9 · 30 min

    5 Ways to Be Soft *AND* Ambitious Without Burning Out

    Being soft and being ambitious are not opposites. But most of us in our twenties were never shown how to hold both at the same time, and this episode is the conversation I wish someone had started for me sooner. In this episode, I am breaking down 5 real ways to stop treating hustle and rest like they are at war with each other. We are going into why living through the extremes might actually be part of your process, how your sleep and circadian rhythm are quietly deciding how much energy you even have to give, why the seasons can do some of the heavy lifting for you if you let them, and why bringing play back into your life might honestly be the most ambitious thing you do all year. This is not a formula. This is the version of balance that actually fits your life. This one is for you if you are in your twenties, refuse to give up on your ambitions, and are completely done arriving at the finish line running on empty. In this video: 00:00 Introduction 02:02 My hustle culture years 02:49 (1) You need to experience the extremes before finding your balance 08:23 (2) Balance looks different for everybody 11:06 (3) Proper sleep is the foundation to balance 18:14 (4) Using the energy of the seasons (nature) 22:29 (5) The power of play 27:33 Outro Resources mentioned: Gary's Playful Tactics in the Workplace: https://www.instagram.com/garyware The Meso, Micro, and Macro Breaks Framework: https://www.breakthroughplay.com/the-three-types-of-rest/ Let's connect: Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetwentiesdetox/ More for you: Join The Twenties Detox Newsletter for weekly advice, blog updates, and an exclusive action of the week: https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/newsletter Grab the Seasonal Workbook, a 40+ page roadmap to help you grow alongside the seasons without burning yourself out in the process: https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/align-with-the-seasons-guide Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. #softlife #ambition #burnoutrecovery #hustleculture #balanceinyour20s #twentiesdetox #womeninyour20s #softandambitious #personaldevelopment #selfcare #seasonalliving #mindset

  • S5 · E21
    June 2 · 21 min

    June Is Exposing Your Greatest Desires. Are You Ready for What It Reveals?

    June energy is real, and if you've been feeling more restless, more driven, or suddenly clearer on what you actually want, you're not imagining it. In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly why June is one of the most clarifying and creatively charged times of year, why spring's momentum can quietly tip into over-functioning and productivity guilt, and how to align with nature's rhythm so that you grow without burning yourself out. June gives you clarity for the year, and in this episode, we're going to use it. This one is for you if you're someone in your twenties who feels the shift in seasons but isn't always sure how to work with it instead of against it. We're talking desire, clarity, pace, and what it actually means to move with the energy around you, not ahead of it. In this video: 00:00 introduction 01:01 how to plan with the seasons 04:53 june's vibrancy + our inner desires 08:40 end of spring brings clarity 10:07 beware of over-functioning! 12:30 tips for maintaining balance 17:35 summary 19:26 get the seasonal workbook!! More stuff for you: 📩 Join The Twenties Detox Newsletter — weekly advice, blog updates & an exclusive action of the week: ⁠https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/newsletter⁠ 🍂❄️🌷🌞 Seasonal Workbook — a 40+ page seasonal roadmap to grow without the burnout: ⁠https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/align-with-the-seasons-guide⁠ Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice.

  • S5 · E20
    May 26 · 20 min

    I spent my 20s believing these 5 things. I was dead wrong.

    Unlearning in your 20s might be the most important work you've never been given credit for. If you've been grinding on empty, chasing a version of success someone else designed, or quietly wondering why nothing feels like enough, this episode is going to breathe something back into you. In this episode, I'm walking you through 5 powerful unlearning lessons I wish I'd had earlier in my twenties. I'm talking about why rest is your birthright and not something you have to earn, how to stop treating failure like a sign you're doing it wrong, and what it actually means to stay curious when the world keeps pressuring you toward certainty. This conversation sits right at the intersection of self-growth in your 20s, hustle culture recovery, and learning to live a more authentic, fulfilled life without the guilt. This one is for the woman who's starting to question everything she was handed and is ready to build something that actually feels like hers. In this video: 00:00 The people who feel the most *free* 01:10 Introduction 01:50 The unlearning cycle 02:57: (1) Embodying rest as a birthright. 08:18: (2) Why you actually want to fail 11:16 (3) Degree vs. curiosity. What's more important? 14:05 (4) The best career mindset in your 20s 16:41 (5) Staying consistent isn't hustle culture. More stuff for you:📩 Join The Twenties Detox Newsletter — weekly advice, blog updates & an exclusive action of the week: ⁠https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/newsletter⁠ 🍂 Align With the Seasons Guide — a 40+ page seasonal roadmap to grow without the burnout: ⁠https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/align-with-the-seasons-guide⁠

  • S5 · E19
    May 19 · 20 min

    The Real Reason Zara Larsson's Rebrand Worked (Every Creative Can Do It!!)

    Is overnight success actually real? Zara Larsson's journey from a viral talent show moment to her Midnight Sun rebrand says otherwise, and every creative needs to hear this. In this episode, we're breaking down the real story behind Zara Larsson's artistic evolution: the creative blocks, the pressure of public expectation, the importance of creative control, and what it actually takes to sustain your energy as a creator without burning out. Whether you're a musician, content creator, entrepreneur, or artist... this one is for you. 🌺 We talk about why overnight success is a myth, how social media quietly erodes your creativity, and why the "plateau phase" isn't failure (it's part of the process.)✨ If you've ever felt creatively stuck, doubted your progress, or wondered why your art isn't landing the way you hoped, this episode will help you reconnect with why you started. In this video: 00:00 The Journey of Zara Larsson: From Talent Show to Stardom 01:45 Debunking the Myth of Overnight Success 03:28 Creative Blocks and the Importance of Rest 04:59 The Role of Creative Control in Artistic Success 07:26 The Impact of Social Media on Creativity 09:42 Emotional Connection in Art and Music 12:15 Understanding the Plateau Phase of Success 14:36 The Importance of Quiet Fans and Internal Validation 16:33 Embracing Your Current Journey and Gratitude Resources mentioned: 🎵 Zara Larsson – Midnight Sun Album More stuff for you:📩 Join The Twenties Detox Newsletter — weekly advice, blog updates & an exclusive action of the week: https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/newsletter 🍂 Align With the Seasons Guide — a 40+ page seasonal roadmap to grow without the burnout: https://www.thetwentiesdetox.com/align-with-the-seasons-guide Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice.

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