Double Life

Devamsha Gunput and Farah Raja

Welcome to an honest and realistic look at living a layered life, where your hosts Devamsha and Farah peel back the curtain on living with multiple identities, tackling entrepreneurship, and embracing self-discovery. Devamsha and Farah are full-time entrepreneurs building brands and businesses after similar careers at big corporates. They're also content creators, sharing the ins and outs of money and lifestyle. Every episode is a fresh take on the hustle of life, work, and introspection, perfect for big dreamers and action takers—every Monday at 7:00AM BST. thedoublelifepodcast@gmail.com

  1. 06/02/2025

    73. Keeping Friendships Alive in Your 20s: What No One Prepares You For

    We’re talking all about friendships in your 20s — and how no one really prepares you for how much they change. Whether it’s the school friends you haven’t messaged in months, the ones who now live halfway across the world, or the new people you’re trying to connect with while juggling work, marriage, or motherhood — it’s a lot. And no one talks about how emotionally confusing it can be. In this episode, we’re sharing the small things we’re doing to actually keep in touch — like sending memes, making space for voice notes instead of FaceTimes, and learning how to show love in quiet, low-maintenance ways. We also get real about the guilt, the overwhelm, and how sometimes the biggest shift is just being more intentional. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, “Are we still even friends?” — this one’s for you. 00:00 Introduction 0:58 Why friendships in your 20s feel so different 2:32 The mental load of keeping up with everyone 4:45 What we can learn from how men stay in touch 6:55 The guilt of not reaching out — and how we’re handling it 8:50 Living life with friends, not just catching them up 10:00 Building real connection without being in the same room 11:37 Old friends, new seasons — and letting friendships evolve 13:28 Social media friendships vs. real-life connection 15:00 When your friends become mums, wives, or just really busy 17:10 Replacing the “catch up dump” with shared memories 18:45 Making space for friendship in a full life 20:06 Doing life together vs. updating each other 21:39 Being intentional — even when you don’t have the time 23:00 Ending the cycle of guilt and showing up in small ways Don't forget to give us a rating and send us your dilemmas at:💌 thedoublelifepodcast@gmail.comHosts:⁠@farahrajax⁠⁠@devamsha⁠

    22 min

  2. 05/27/2025

    72. How to know when it's time to leave (changing your mind is OKAY)

    In this episode, we unpack the guilt, shame, and emotional friction that come with changing your mind—especially when it comes to your job, relationships, or life direction. From navigating commitment issues to knowing when you’ve outgrown a space, we reflect on our own experiences with leaving corporate jobs, pivoting careers, and building enough self-belief to take a different path. We explore the pressure to stay put, the generational baggage around quitting, and the deep personal work it takes to trust your own intuition. Whether you’re contemplating a job change, leaving a relationship, or just feeling stuck, this episode will help you reframe what it means to “quit”—and see it instead as a radical act of self-trust. Perfect for high-achieving women who are tired of living on autopilot and ready to choose themselves, even when it feels scary. Keywords: quitting job guilt, changing your mind career, how to know when to leave, corporate to self-employed, outgrowing environments, commitment issues, feminine energy, self-belief, first-born daughters, emotional trauma healing 00:00 Introduction 01:12 Are we failures for changing our minds? 04:48 The guilt of leaving when you’ve invested time 08:42 Pressure, people-pleasing, and autonomy 12:09 Recognising you’ve outgrown your environment 14:27 The fear of becoming your boss 17:32 Shrinking yourself to stay in the wrong room 19:41 Self-belief and walking away from “safe” spaces 23:10 The leap from corporate to self-employed 26:30 Why trusting yourself is the foundation of change Don't forget to give us a rating and send us your dilemmas at: 💌 thedoublelifepodcast@gmail.com Hosts: ⁠@farahrajax⁠ ⁠@devamsha⁠

    35 min

  3. 04/23/2025

    71. Hobbies Might Be Your Greatest Wealth Strategy

    There’s so much pressure these days to have a side hustle. Whether it’s content creation, digital businesses or ‘making the most of your time’, it can feel like just working your 9–5 isn’t enough. But is constantly chasing extra income really the answer? In this week’s episode of Double Life, we explore a different path — one that prioritises joy, purpose and personal growth over monetisation. We chat about the power of hobbies and how they actually shape the kind of mindset that creates long-term financial wellbeing. From learning a language to picking up the piano again, we unpack how doing things just for you can give you more peace, confidence and even better money habits over time. If you're a firstborn daughter battling hyper-independence, trying to shift from survival to softness, or craving a life that’s rich in more ways than one — this one’s for you. 00:00 Introduction – The pressure to hustle and why we're questioning it01:54 Why our generation feels the need to do more than just a 9–503:37 Are hobbies a substitute for side hustles?05:20 Making time (and money) for joy – even when hobbies cost06:52 Shifting from survival mode to doing things just because they feel good08:57 Budgeting for hobbies like you would investments10:45 The mindset shift hobbies bring: discipline, patience, purpose13:49 The invisible link between hobbies and long-term wealth15:25 Hobbies as a starting point if you’re still figuring things out17:00 For the multi-passionate girlies – balancing fulfilment and income18:42 Final thoughts – why purpose doesn’t always have to be profitable Don't forget to give us a rating and send us your dilemmas at: 💌 thedoublelifepodcast@gmail.com Hosts: ⁠@farahrajax⁠ ⁠@devamsha⁠

    19 min

  4. 04/14/2025

    70. You'll KEEP falling behind until you understand this

    This episode is a healing reminder for every high-achieving, hyper-independent woman who feels like she’s falling behind. We unpack the shame that comes from comparison, the emotional weight of “not doing enough,” and the invisible hurdles that make your journey harder—but also more meaningful. From dealing with family trauma to unlearning survival mode, we open up about how our early years shaped our timelines and why success doesn’t have to be fast to be worthy. We talk about the quiet grief of late bloomers, the resentment you sometimes feel even after achieving your goals, and the internal battles you fight that no one sees. If you’ve ever looked at someone younger and wondered, “Why not me?”—this episode will validate, reframe, and ground you. Keywords: emotional healing, late bloomer, self-growth, feminine energy, comparison trap, eldest daughter struggles, financial healing, mindset shifts, self-worth, soft life, spiritual self-development, trauma-informed growth 00:00 The TikTok quote that sparked this conversation 2:20 Why we feel “behind” when we’re actually healing 4:00 The invisible weight of growing up in survival mode 6:02 Comparing yourself to people with a head start 8:12 The regret of learning key lessons later in life 10:01 What privilege actually looks like behind the scenes 12:40 Why success doesn’t feel the same for everyone 14:23 How to stop downplaying your own achievements 16:35 Turning comparison into inspiration (without guilt) 18:40 Practicing gratitude without bypassing your feelings Don't forget to give us a rating and send us your dilemmas at: 💌 thedoublelifepodcast@gmail.com Hosts: ⁠@farahrajax⁠ ⁠@devamsha⁠

    28 min

  5. 04/07/2025

    69. What They Don’t Tell You About Assets, Net Worth & Financial Freedom

    In this episode of Double Life, we go deep on what it actually means to build wealth in your 20s and 30s — especially when you’re doing it with intention, strategy, and softness. We break down the myths around saving vs. investing, and get honest about our own financial journeys — from credit card debt to six-figure net worth goals. You’ll hear us unpack how we’ve navigated investing in assets like property, index funds, and even crypto (with some wins and a few losses too). We talk about net worth, feminine energy in finances, and how to use lazy girl investing to fund your rich girl lifestyle — without burnout or constant hustle. If you’re a hyper-independent woman learning how to make your money work harder (not you), or navigating the shift from chaos to clarity in your financial world — this episode will give you the strategy and mindset shift you need to start. 00:00 Introduction 4:01 What “wealth” really means to us 7:00 Is your house actually an asset or a liability? 10:56 Why assets should pay for your lifestyle 14:24 The power of index funds and lazy investing 19:44 Our mistakes in crypto + lessons learned 22:55 Investing in trends: how to spot the next big thing 26:58 How net worth changed our mindset on wealth 30:38 Why investing early is your biggest flex 35:40 From negative to positive net worth: our blueprint 37:00 Setting real, tangible financial goals (and hitting them) Don't forget to give us a rating and send us your dilemmas at: 💌 thedoublelifepodcast@gmail.com Hosts: ⁠@farahrajax⁠ ⁠@devamsha⁠

    21 min

  6. 04/03/2025

    68. The Corporate Things We Actually Miss as Creators

    We left the corporate world to live the dream — full creative freedom, our own hours, being our own boss. But no one talks about what gets lost in that process.In this episode, we unpack the surprising parts of corporate life we genuinely miss as self-employed creators — from the emotional safety net of structure, to the everyday feedback loops that helped us stay grounded. We talk about the mental and emotional shifts that happen when you go from career girl to creator, and how we’re now trying to rebuild that sense of support and stability without sacrificing our freedom. If you’ve ever felt unmotivated, emotionally scattered, or quietly nostalgic for your old office job — this one’s for you. 00:00 Introduction 2:18 Why We Really Left Corporate 6:40 The Unexpected Things We Miss About 9-5 Life 10:55 The Stability of Structure (and How We Took It for Granted) 16:13 Coworker Banter, Shared Goals & Instant Feedback 21:45 Rebuilding Emotional Support Systems as Creators 27:02 Freedom Is Great, But You Still Need Boundaries 31:50 Finding a New Rhythm in Your Creator Era Don't forget to give us a rating and send us your dilemmas at:💌 thedoublelifepodcast@gmail.comHosts:⁠@farahrajax⁠⁠@devamsha⁠

    28 min

  7. 03/26/2025

    67. Hyper-Independence is a Trauma Response

    We’re unpacking the physical effects of growing up in a dysfunctional household and how the body stores trauma long after you’ve emotionally “moved on.” From burnout to adrenal fatigue, muscle tension to digestive issues—this is the side of trauma we don’t talk about enough. This isn’t just about childhood memories. It’s about how your body has carried the weight of emotional chaos, parentification, and high-stakes expectations. We speak directly to the eldest daughters who had to grow up too fast, who struggle to rest, and who are just now learning what safety actually feels like in their own bodies. Don't forget to give us a rating and send us your dilemmas at:💌 thedoublelifepodcast@gmail.comHosts:⁠@farahrajax⁠⁠@devamsha⁠

    32 min

  8. 03/17/2025

    66. Should you travel and spend more money in your 20s?

    Is traveling in your 20s a smart investment in life experience—or a fast track to having less? In this episode, we break down the ultimate dilemma: should you spend more money exploring the world while you’re young, and how do you get out of a scarcity mindset when it comes to travelling and spending money on this in our 20s? Don't forget to give us a rating and send us your dilemmas at: 💌 thedoublelifepodcast@gmail.com Hosts: ⁠@farahrajax⁠ ⁠@devamsha⁠

    34 min
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Welcome to an honest and realistic look at living a layered life, where your hosts Devamsha and Farah peel back the curtain on living with multiple identities, tackling entrepreneurship, and embracing self-discovery. Devamsha and Farah are full-time entrepreneurs building brands and businesses after similar careers at big corporates. They're also content creators, sharing the ins and outs of money and lifestyle. Every episode is a fresh take on the hustle of life, work, and introspection, perfect for big dreamers and action takers—every Monday at 7:00AM BST. thedoublelifepodcast@gmail.com

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  • Creator
    Devamsha Gunput and Farah Raja
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    73
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Devamsha Gunput and Farah Raja
  • Show Website
    Double Life