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How to Stop Taking Rejection Personally
Rejection can feel deeply personal — whether it’s not getting the job, not hearing back, being left out, or feeling unwanted in relationships. In this episode, Andrew and Cat unpack why rejection hurts so much, what’s actually happening in your brain when it happens,...
How to Reset After a Bad Day
Bad days happen to everyone — the spilled coffee, the rude driver, the overwhelming to-do list, the kid meltdown, or the spiraling thoughts that won’t quit. But a bad day doesn’t have to turn into a bad week or a bad season. In this episode, Andrew and Cat break down...
How to Enjoy Christmas This Year
Christmas is often described as the most wonderful time of the year — but for many people, it’s one of the hardest. In this episode, Andrew and Cat talk honestly about holiday burnout, grief, pressure, and unrealistic expectations, and offer compassionate, practical...
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How To Feel Less Lonely
You can be surrounded by people and still feel lonely — and that’s something almost everyone experiences. In this episode, Andrew and Cat unpack the difference between being alone and feeling lonely, explore where that emptiness comes from,...
Why Your Life Feels Boring All of a Sudden
Do you ever wake up and think, “Is this it?” You’ve checked all the boxes — career, home, family — but something still feels flat. In this episode, Andrew and Cat unpack why life can suddenly feel boring even when everything looks good on paper....
How to Make People Like You
Everyone wants to be liked — but trying too hard can make the opposite happen. In this episode, Andrew and Cat unpack the psychology of likability and share practical, science-backed (and heart-backed) ways to connect more deeply with others. Whether you’re...
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How to be Content
Struggling with feeling content in your life? On this episode of Five Year You, Catherine and I dive into practical and relatable steps to finding contentment right where you are. If you are an overthinker, you are going to love this, because we are too.We share...
The 60 Second Rule
Do you ever find yourself rehashing the same frustrations over and over in your head or in conversations with loved ones? In the latest episode of the Five Year You podcast, hosts Andrew and Cat introduce the "60-second rule" - a simple but powerful technique for...
Finding Work You Love
Are you stuck in a job you hate, believing the myth that you have to choose between making money and doing work you love? I'm here to tell you that you CAN find fulfilling work that pays well!The key is to reconnect with the activities and interests that lit you up as...
Slowing Down
In our fast-paced world, it's essential to create space to relax and recharge. By the end of this episode, we hope you'll have some practical tips and tools to give yourself permission to take it easy.Join us as we dive into the struggle of slowing down, especially...
The Rules are Fake
Are you tired of living by societal guidelines that don't seem to fit your life's aspirations? Today we explore the arbitrary rules we impose on ourselves—from education and career paths to homeownership and societal expectations.We discuss how these so-called rules...
Making Friends as Adults
Want to form deeper and more meaningful connections in your adult life? I've got the solution to help you achieve just that. Let's dive into the secrets of making friends as an adult and building long-lasting relationships.In this episode, you will be able to:Discover...
Reclaiming Your Power
Does this sound familiar? You've been told to put others first to show kindness and humility, but it's leaving you feeling drained and powerless. The constant energy drain from others is taking a toll on your well-being, leaving you feeling depleted and undervalued....
The Art of Flexibility
Do you find that as you get older, things seem a little less flexible? Maybe in your mind, maybe in your body?If this sounds familiar, you might have been told to stick to a strict routine and control every outcome. But let's face it, that's left you feeling stressed,...
Are Antidpressants Worth It?
Have you heard these myths about coming off antidepressants? Myth 1: Antidepressants are a permanent solution. Myth 2: Coming off antidepressants is a smooth process for everyone. Myth 3: Antidepressants work the same for everyone. I'll reveal the truth, but first,...