The Psychology of your 20s

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367. Why money deeply shapes our relationships ft. Jack Howard Dec 23, 2025

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Money and love: the two things we stress about most in our twenties, and yet we rarely talk about how deeply connected they are. In this episode, I’m joined by Jack Howard, Head of Money Wellness at Ally, to unpack the psychology of money in our relationships and how it shapes who we date, how we fight, and how we build a life together.

In this episode, we explore:

Why money and love are so deeply linked
Spender vs. saver dynamics and why opposites so often attract
Why we emotionally spend?
What’s the deal with prenups?
Is it worth having an expensive wedding?
When to get joint bank accounts?
How to talk about money WELL!

If you’ve ever argued about money with a partner, avoided talking about it, or worried you’re “bad” with finances, this episode will give you language, tools, and a lot of reassurance that you’re not alone.

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366. I moved to London Dec 21, 2025

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I'm officially a UK resident! My thoughts on moving and this exciting new chapter for the podcast x

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365. The BEST advice for managing ADHD in your 20s ft. Chris Wang Dec 19, 2025

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Getting diagnosed with ADHD as an adult can feel like both a relief and a reckoning. Suddenly your past makes so much more sense… but now you’re faced with learning a whole new way of managing your brain, your time, your relationships and your self-worth.

In this episode, I’m joined by Chris Wang, founder and CEO of Shimmer, who was diagnosed with ADHD at 28. Together we unpack what ADHD really looks like in your twenties, including:

The three ADHD subtypes and why women are so often missed
How late diagnosis can completely rewrite your identity (in a good way)
Why traditional productivity advice often fails ADHD brains
The role of urgency, novelty and accountability
What actually is rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD)?
What ADHD–ADHD relationships can look like vs ADHD–neurotypical dynamics?

If you’ve ever wondered, “Do I just suck at being an adult, or is my brain wired differently?”, this episode is for you.

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364. The 6 stages of any relationship ft. Thais Gibson Dec 15, 2025

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Something we may not know is that relationships typically follow a fairly similar life cycle. Author and relationship expert, Thais Gibson has articulated this idea in her new theory on the 6 stages of relationships, and how to know which you're in and when to break away. We discuss:

How long should you date before you ask for a label?
Why the honeymoon phase can’t last (and why that’s a good thing)
Why does every couple need to have that one “big” fight?
Why do so many couples break up at the 2-3 year mark?
When do you know someone is right for you for the long haul?
What the longest married couples know that we don’t....

Plus so much more!

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363. Let people have the wrong impression of you ft. Eli Rallo Dec 12, 2025

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These days it's easy to feel observed and, therefore, judged by everyone for everything, whether that's online or in real life. Eli Rallo is an author and creator who understands this experience better than most of us and today we chat about her journey from a hardworking, theatre loving child to a nearly three time author and the Carrie Bradshaw of this generation. Our discussion includes topics like:

Why is it so difficult to let people misunderstand you?
How our core wounds effect how we handle criticism
The power of delusional thinking
How to manage comparison in hyper-competitive spaces
The truth about influencer culture
What it takes to become an author
How do you know you’re with the right person?

That and so much more! Listen now!

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*The views expressed by guests are not necessarily shared by our host! We invite open discussion and differing viewpoints, experiences and information.

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362. How to start a SUCCESSFUL business in your 20s ft. Brittney Saunders Dec 08, 2025

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Brittney Saunders is the founder of Fayt the Label, one of Australia's biggest clothing brands and empires. She launched the business from a shed in her backyard in her 20s and has grown it into a multimillion dollar brand. Before Fayt, she launched a number of other businesses as well, and today she tells her story and gives her best advice. We discuss:

Britt’s journey from influencer to business owner
Why it took her 4 years to start paying herself
The most costly mistake when starting a business
Should you hire your friends and family?
How to actually make a product that people want?
How to try again after failing
The power of doing things a little bit scared

Plus so much more!

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361. The psychology of plastic surgery ft. Dr Rady Rahban Dec 04, 2025

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Plastic surgery rates are on the rise, especially amongst people in their 20s, so what drives people to get plastic surgery? How does it intersect with psychology, insecurity, confidence, class, social media? In today's episode we are joined by Dr Rady Rahban, a board certified plastic surgeon operating out of Beverley Hills to discuss:

What drives people to get plastic surgery?
Why are we seeing more and more extreme surgeries?
The role of social media, filters and AI
When is plastic surgery not just about insecurity?
Can you be truly body positive and still get plastic surgery?
How common is surgery addiction?
What you REALLY need to know before you get plastic surgery!

Plus so much more! Listen now!

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360. How to be ambitious (without burning out) ft. Amina AlTai Dec 01, 2025

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In your 20s you're told to be as ambitious as you can be, go after your dreams, work hard, be delusional, pursue your passion at any cost. How can we do that without our lives and health crumbling? What is the balance between ambition and appreciation? In today's episode we bring on Amina AlTai, author of The Ambition Trap to talk about:

Why having more ambition doesn’t always make you more successful
How a scarcity mindset can ruin your 20s
How to find your ‘zone of genius’
When to say ‘no’ to something you really want to do
How to lean into the slower seasons of life
The miserable paradox of success
When do you need to ‘lock in’ & when do you need to have fun?

If you've ever struggled with balancing your big goals with your desire to enjoy life, this episode is for you.

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359. How to TRULY detach Nov 29, 2025

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We can be so fixed on a job, a person, an outcome that we fuse our identity to it – and, crucially, forget that we’re okay without it. In today’s bonus episode, we unpack detachment: why we cling so tightly to people and outcomes, what over-attachment does to our mind and mood, and how to loosen the grip in a way that feels calm, kind, and clear.
We explore:

• Why we become attached to certain people or outcomes
• The impact of becoming overly attached on our behaviours, thoughts and emotions
• The Buddhist concept of ‘non-attachment’
• How detaching from the outcome can keep us grounded
• The value of the Stoic mindset

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358. Why you should decentre romance in your 20s Nov 28, 2025

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There is a huge emphasis on treating romance as the main marker of a successful life – from questions from family, to seemingly perfect online couples – it’s hard to believe anything else when society celebrates this kind of ideal.

In this episode, we look at how romance is often seen as the main focus of our 20s, what it can distract us from, and how we can start to approach it differently.

We explore:

• The social script of our 20s
• The role of milestone anxiety and FOMO
• How this can lead to us neglecting other areas of our lives, including our goals
• Emotional bypassing and avoiding the deeper work
• What a healthy approach to love looks like
• 5 tips to decentre romantic love

If you’ve ever felt like your life is on pause until your relationship status changes, this episode is for you.

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The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.

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