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Why Resolutions Don’t Stick
Why Resolutions Don’t StickEvery year, millions of people set New Year’s resolutions — and by mid-January, most of them feel frustrated, discouraged, or convinced they’ve failed. In this episode, Andrew and Cat break down why resolutions so often fall apart, why it’s...
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...
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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...
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....
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Healing Isn’t Always Pretty
Hosts: Andrew Dewar & Catherine CollinsLet’s talk about the real side of healing—the hard, messy, emotional parts that no one puts in a quote card. In this heartfelt episode, Andrew opens up about his return to EMDR therapy, and both hosts explore what it actually...
Overcoming Setbacks
Hosts: Andrew Dewar & Catherine CollinsIn this episode of Five Year You, we get real about failure, setbacks, and those moments when life just… derails. If you’ve ever asked, “Why is this happening to me?”—this conversation will help you reframe the...
How To Find More Time
Episode Overview:In this episode, Andrew and Catherine dive into one of the most common challenges of modern life: time scarcity. They debunk the myth that "everyone has the same 24 hours" and offer practical strategies for reclaiming your day, without guilt or shame....
How to Constantly Improve Yourself
Hosts: Andrew Dewar & Catherine Collins🔑 Episode Overview:What does it actually take to grow into your best self—not just once, but every single day? In this episode, Andrew and Catherine break down the mindset, strategies, and small daily decisions...
Courage over Comfort
Episode Overview:In this episode, Andrew and Catherine dive into the concept of "Courage Over Comfort." They explore how our brains are wired for survival, how our desire for comfort can sometimes hold us back, and how pushing through fear, even in small ways, can...
How to Detach from Outcomes
Episode Overview:In this episode, Andrew and Catherine explore the concept of detaching from outcomes and how this practice can lead to greater peace, trust, and curiosity in life. They discuss how our expectations can drive our reactions to life events, how to shift...
How to Move On
Episode Overview:In this episode, Andrew and Catherine discuss the transformative process of letting go and moving on from the things that no longer serve you. They explore both big and small shifts—whether it's relationships, career choices, or personal habits—and...
Breaking The Cycle
In this episode, Andrew and Catherine discuss breaking negative patterns in life and changing habits that no longer serve us. They explore how awareness and curiosity help us understand our actions. They share examples from relationships, finances, and daily routines....
Selfish Is Good
In this candid and transformative episode, Andrew and Catherine challenge the conventional notion that being selfish is inherently negative. They explore how prioritizing your own needs isn’t about being self-absorbed, it’s about self-care, maintaining your energy,...