What am I doing with my life? With Elyssa Desai

Elyssa Desai
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Ever sit there thinking what am I doing with my life? Well this is the podcast for you. When you feel lost and have no idea what you’re doing with your life it can feel pretty awful. Your mind will tell you everyone else has it figured out but I’m here to reassure you that isn’t always true. Each episode normalises not having it all figured out. Listen to different women's journeys and actionable tips to motivate you when you feel stuck, lost and overwhelmed by life. Thank you so much for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 28/08/2024

    Solo episode: Cultivating positivity at your core

    Join me for this solo episode where I share my advice on how to cultivate positivity. This isn't about adding loads of positivity hacks into your day but instead how you do this at the core of your being - by looking at your beliefs.   I share what beliefs are, how they are created, how they might be impacting you and questions to reflect on.   If you think a friend would find this episode helpful, I would really appreciate you sharing it with them. And if you’re enjoying the podcast, it would mean the world to me if you could leave a review, as it helps me reach even more people to normalise not having it all figured out.   Connect with me: InstagramTikTokLinkedInVisit my website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    17 min

  2. 21/08/2024

    Overcoming anxiety, microdosing confidence and celebrating individuality with Daisy Morris

    Join me as I interview Daisy Morris, Social Media Strategist and Founder of social media consultancy and online community, The Selfhood. Daisy is a breath of fresh air in the social media world, always sharing down to earth advice and her lived experiences, this episode is no different. In this episode, Daisy shares her incredible journey from losing all of her clients in the pandemic, to writing a book and how she has overcome challenges along the way.   Please do share this episode with a friend who you think would find it helpful! If you’re enjoying the podcast I would appreciate it so much if you could leave a review, it helps me reach even more people to normalise not having it all figured out.   Together we discuss: Daisy’s journey to where she is todayThe pressure to create and grow your followingPrioritising your nervous systemAchieving things she once didn’t think were possibleNegative self-talk TinaOvercoming fear and becoming a TedX speakerMicrodosing confidenceExperiencing social anxietyTurning hardships into your purposeDaisy’s 3 pieces of advice if you’re feeling stuck right now, thinking what am I doing with my life...  Connect with Daisy: The Selfhood WebsiteThe Selfhood InstagramThe Selfhood TikTokDaisy’s LinkedInBuy Community Is Your Currency  Connect with me: InstagramTikTokLinkedInVisit my website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    54 min

  3. 16/08/2024

    Solo episode: Make fear your friend, not your enemy

    Join me for this solo episode where I share my advice on how to get fear to become your friend rather than your enemy.   I talk about… Why fear shows up to keep you safeHow you may have been unconsciously programmedWhat the root of your fear could beWhy you need to shift your perspective on fearThe comfort zoneHow I've faced my fearsHow you can activate your parasympathetic nervous system to calm your body  Good luck with starting to step out of your comfort zone and making fear your friend. You’ve got this!   Please share this episode with a friend who also wants to face their fears! You could become each other’s accountability partners when you start stepping out of your comfort zone.   If you’re enjoying the podcast I would appreciate it so much if you could leave a review, it helps me reach even more people to normalise not having it all figured out.   Connect with me: InstagramTikTokLinkedInVisit my website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    17 min

  4. 14/08/2024

    Amplifying your voice, rejecting feedback and self-doubt with Alyssa Jaffer

    Join me as I interview Alyssa Jaffer, a freelance journalist who writes for Stylist, Forbes and many other well-known publications. In this episode, Alyssa shares her feelings on moving to the UK, experiencing lots of change and how her career has evolved through it all. If you want to understand how to pursue a passion and freelance alongside your full-time role, this is a must listen!   Please do share this episode with a friend who you think would find it helpful! If you’re enjoying the podcast I would appreciate it so much if you could leave a review, it helps me reach even more people to normalise not having it all figured out.   Together we discuss: Alyssa’s journey to where she is todayCultural differences at workShifting her career from Journalism to Digital MarketingRejecting feedback and learning from the processAdvocating for your own careerGetting in our own wayOvercoming self-doubt to write for Stylist magazineWays to focus on how much you’re achievingFinding motivation to freelance alongside a full-time roleAlyssa’s 3 pieces of advice if you’re feeling stuck right now, thinking what am I doing with my life...  Connect with Alyssa: Alyssa’s WebsiteAlyssa’s LinkedInAlyssa’s Instagram  Connect with me: InstagramTikTokLinkedInVisit my website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    46 min

  5. 07/08/2024

    Positive procrastination, courage and pivoting with Goodness Victor

    Join me as I interview Goodness Victor, a Music Business Exec working as part of Spotify’s Music Partnerships team. Goodness’ courage to follow her interests and pivot when things haven’t felt right is incredibly inspiring. Her story is the perfect example of following your gut whilst also having a plan.   Please do share this episode with a friend who you think would find it helpful! If you’re enjoying the podcast I would appreciate it so much if you could leave a review, it helps me reach even more people to normalise not having it all figured out.   Together we discuss: Goodness’ journey to where she is todayPivoting from Design and Innovation to the Music industryEnding up in a job that didn’t exist when she was youngerHaving the courage to change when things didn’t feel rightAllowing your career to evolvePositive procrastinationAlways having a planTrusting herself and going with her gutRealise younger you knew what career to chooseGoodness’ 3 pieces of advice if you’re feeling stuck right now, thinking what am I doing with my life...  Connect with Goodness: Goodness’ WebsiteGoodness’ LinkedInGoodness’ Instagram Connect with me: InstagramTikTokLinkedInVisit my website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    51 min

  6. 02/08/2024

    Solo episode: How to become your best self

    Join me for this solo episode where I share my advice on how to become your best self, from a mindset perspective of course! I will be talking you through the 6 key pillars of mindset: intentions, beliefs, language, thoughts, questions and perspectives. Really hope you find this episode helpful – let me know any lightbulb moments or if you have any questions!   Please share this episode with a friend who you think would find it helpful! If you’re enjoying the podcast I would appreciate it so much if you could leave a review, it helps me reach even more people to normalise not having it all figured out.   Connect with me: InstagramTikTokLinkedInVisit my websiteDownload my to do list template Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    21 min

  7. 31/07/2024

    Life's beautiful synchronicities, staying true to your values and embracing fun with Ire Ife-Alabi

    Join me as I interview Ire Ife-Alabi, a Partnerships Manager at Frieze. Honing her skills in the world of luxury e-commerce and art platforms, Ire is the perfect example of how living life true to your values can help you succeed. This is the episode for you if you want to feel reassured about how life unfolds beautifully and that success doesn’t necessarily mean starting your own business.   Please do share this episode with a friend who you think would find it helpful! If you’re enjoying the podcast I would appreciate it so much if you could leave a review, it helps me reach even more people to normalise not having it all figured out.   Together we discuss: Ire’s journey to where she is todayMentally draining internshipsMaking mistakes and owning up to themTransitioning from Fashion to the Art industryHaving an impact from doing a 9-5Not knowing where she's going but knowing how she wants to do itAlways being kindEmbracing fun in life’s overwhelming momentsHow life can feel like ticking boxesIre’s 3 pieces of advice if you’re feeling stuck right now, thinking what am I doing with my life...  Connect with Ire: Ire’s LinkedIn  Connect with me: InstagramTikTokLinkedInVisit my website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 min

  8. 24/07/2024

    Burnout, following her intuition and claiming back your childhood essence with Teresa Ferreira

    Join me as I interview Teresa Ferreira, a Brand Consultant and Creative Director, specialising in sustainability and impact. In this episode, Teresa discusses how she worked her way up the corporate ladder before founding her studio for purpose-led businesses to leverage creativity for positive change and strategy to create standout brands. I’m so excited for you to hear her journey and have no doubt it will help, especially if you’re considering taking this leap yourself.   Please do share this episode with a friend who you think would find it helpful! If you’re enjoying the podcast I would appreciate it so much if you could leave a review, it helps me reach even more people to normalise not having it all figured out.   Together we discuss: Teresa’s journey to where she is todayBeing an arty kid in an academic familyExperiencing burnoutHaving many mid-life crisis’Allowing ourselves to be humanPushing yourself out of your comfort zone to get out of your rutDeveloping creative confidenceHow she detaches herself from her creative ideasLearning to love the “what am I doing with my life” momentsTeresa’s 3 pieces of advice if you’re feeling stuck right now, thinking what am I doing with my life...  Connect with Teresa: Teresa’s WebsiteTeresa’s LinkedInTeresa’s Instagram  Connect with me: InstagramTikTokLinkedInVisit my website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min
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Ever sit there thinking what am I doing with my life? Well this is the podcast for you. When you feel lost and have no idea what you’re doing with your life it can feel pretty awful. Your mind will tell you everyone else has it figured out but I’m here to reassure you that isn’t always true. Each episode normalises not having it all figured out. Listen to different women's journeys and actionable tips to motivate you when you feel stuck, lost and overwhelmed by life. Thank you so much for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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