Five Year You Podcast

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How To Calm Down Fast

“Calm down” never calms anyone down. Andrew and Cat share practical, under-a-minute techniques from their Quick Calm Method—tools you can use at work, in traffic, or mid–dinner chaos to regulate your nervous system fast (without a 60-minute...

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How to Find Joy in the Ordinary

Joy isn’t only for big vacations and milestone days. Andrew and Cat share how to spot, savor, and create tiny moments of joy inside regular Tuesdays—using reframes, mini rituals, and presence.Big ideasReframe “have to” → “get to.” (“I get to...

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How to Stop Overthinking

Overthinking feels productive—but it’s really a mental treadmill. Andrew and Cat share simple, science-backed ways to break rumination loops, calm anxiety, and take clear next steps.Big ideasOverthinking ≠ problem-solving. It’s a certainty-seeking loop...

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How to Settle Arguments Fairly

Arguments don’t need winners; they need resolution. Andrew and Cat share calm, practical ways to defuse conflict at home, with friends, and at work—so everyone feels seen, heard, and respected.Big ideasStay calm first. Regulated nervous systems make...

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Afraid of Making The Wrong Choice

Decision dread, analysis paralysis, and the fear of “messing it up” can keep you stuck on the couch while life moves on. In this episode, Andrew and Cat break down how to make choices with more ease, treat “wrong” choices as data, and shift from scarcity...

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Feeling Like I’m Failing

In this heart–forward episode, Andrew shares the shoulder injury that forced him to stop, sit still, and confront a lifelong belief that his worth equals his usefulness. Cat opens up about what it’s like to love a helper who suddenly needs help—and how “failing” often...

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Recent Episodes

How to Restart Your Life

How to Restart Your Life

If you’re feeling lost and uncertain about how to restart your life, then you are not alone! Maybe you’ve been trying to make changes but feeling overwhelmed by the lack of guidance and direction. Instead of finding your new path, you might be feeling stuck in the same old routine, craving a more powerful direction for your life.

Coping Skills

Coping Skills

Andrew and Catherine dive into the world of coping skills, exploring what they are, how to use them, and why they are important for personal growth and wellbeing.Drawing from personal experiences and insights, they discuss the significance of learning to self-soothe...

Is the Law of Attraction BS?

Is the Law of Attraction BS?

Do you want to understand the secret to manifesting your desires and attracting positivity in your life? Maybe you've been seeking a way to achieve this, and I'm here to share the solution so that you can achieve that goal. Get ready to uncover the transformative...

Looking for Evidence

Looking for Evidence

Are you unknowingly sabotaging your own success? In this unexpected episode, two friends uncover the hidden ways our brains work against us. From always expecting the worst to overlooking our own victories, they reveal a surprising truth about how our thoughts shape our reality. But that’s not all – they also share a simple yet powerful technique to shift your mindset and start attracting the positivity and success you deserve. Intrigued? Stay tuned to discover how a small shift in your thinking can lead to big changes in your life. You won’t want to miss this eye-opening conversation!

The Art of Vulnerability

The Art of Vulnerability

Let Your Guard Down: The Power of Authenticity in RelationshipsWant to form deeper, authentic connections and build emotional resilience? Join us as we delve into the art of vulnerability and learn how it can lead to stronger, more meaningful relationships. Get ready...

When You’re Feeling Behind

When You’re Feeling Behind

Master strategies to overcome feeling behind and take control of your life.

Understand the real impact of societal expectations on your self-perception.

Discover the powerful benefits of gratitude in your personal growth journey.

Customize productivity methods to fit your unique individual needs.

Embrace authenticity and self-awareness for genuine personal development.

How to Redefine Success

How to Redefine Success

In the episode titled "Redefining Success," Andrew and Cat explore what it truly means to be successful on one's own terms. They share personal experiences and insights, challenging listeners to question societal norms and expectations. Throughout the conversation,...

How To Feel Your Feelings

How To Feel Your Feelings

Feeling overwhelmed or unable to name the emotions you're experiencing? You're not alone. Learning to identify and process our feelings is critical for well-being, yet it's a skill most of us were never taught. By naming specific emotions and creating space to feel...

Is This Relationship Destroyer Hurting You?

Is This Relationship Destroyer Hurting You?

Does feeling disappointed and let down by others sound familiar to you?

You’ve probably been told to just let go of expectations, but the pain of unmet expectations is real and can leave you feeling frustrated and hurt. Let’s dive deeper into why this ineffective advice isn’t bringing you the results you need. Get ready to uncover the real reasons behind the pain of expectations and discover effective ways to find joy in daily moments. It’s time to change the game and find true fulfillment.

Are you ready to explore a fresh perspective on overcoming expectations?

In this episode, you will be able to:
Embracing the beauty of present moments in relationships.
Cultivating personal growth by releasing the need for control.
Mastering effective communication for successful business partnerships.
Unveiling the impact of expectations on personal happiness.
Gaining wisdom from life’s expectations and outcomes.