Embracing The QLC Karen Thomas

I am joined today by my straight talking friend and more recently, new mum, Leah Christou. This is an episode aimed at those currently planning a family, mums to be or new mums like Leah. She doesn't hold back as she shares what this new chapter in her life has been like and how despite embracing motherhood- how at times, it also came with its very own quarter life crisis!

This week’s episode was inspired by my recent trip to Phuket, Thailand. Four years ago, I left the world as I knew it then and my home in England for a completely new one – moving to Doha, Qatar. The decision to pack your life up, take the plunge and leave isn’t an easy one. Despite having so many benefits, the initial upheaval is possibly one that often arises mid quarterlife crisis when the need for proactive change is imminent. Listen in as I reveal my take on making this mammoth move and hear from like-minded individuals in Thailand who were kind enough to share their stories.
I also make reference to the Blog, “Upside Down Oz” written by Nicola Sutcliffe who outlines what some profound benefits are to taking the plunge and moving overseas!

Take a quick trip down memory lane with me; I want you to remember the time prior to mass social media whereby personal interaction, calls and the odd chat on msn were our main tools of communication. In creating a world where we have each other at our fingertips, why does the use of social networks such as facebook, Instagram and Snapchat not necessarily bring us closer together? In fact, more often than not, it brings out the worst in us. In episode four, I observe, analyse and explore the psychology behind it! References to researcher Kent Berridge are made as well as an appropriate skit by Comedian, Chris Rock!

This week you get to join me and my friend Ronan as we explore and unpack what it means to meditate and be mindful in today's modern world. Listen in for tips on how to stop the noise!

This week, join me as I discuss the four phases of the Quarter Life Crisis. In particular, I talk about the relevance of a catalyst being that person, situation or event that is often the starting point for long-term change!

Welcome to the introductory episode of Embracing The Quarter Life Crisis aka EQLC. Join me as I analyse the issues that we often feel defeated by as 20-30 something year olds. You can learn more about this transitional milestone and most importantly...how to EMBRACE it x