entries from your twenties

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entries from your twenties is your honest guide to the messy, magical chaos of moving through your twenties. Tess shares real stories about self-doubt, friendships, healing, and everything in between — reminding you that you’re not alone in figuring it all out.

  1. Mar 22

    your childhood is coming back to haunt you

    some fears don’t stay in childhood. in today's episode, we break down some of my biggest childhood fears, how they’ve resurfaced in my adult life, and the three things i’m learning about dealing with fear when it resurfaces. if you’ve ever wondered why certain anxieties keep following you through different chapters of life, this one might resonate. sending you love x 🎙 entries from your twenties — a podcast about navigating your 20s, self-growth, and figuring life out along the way. https://linktr.ee/entriesfromyourtwen... chapters 0:00 childhood fears that followed me into adulthood 0:55 fear #1 – sleepovers and childhood panic 2:40 fear #2 – school and being separated from my mum 6:30 fear #3 – someone breaking into the house 8:28 fear #4 – the fear of losing my family 9:53 fear #5 – being terrified my brother would do drugs 14:19 how childhood fears show up in adulthood 14:24 sleepovers → learning who you can trust 17:11 school anxiety → fear of big life changes 19:50 break-in fear → fear of losing everything 22:50 fear of family dying as you get older 23:01 protecting my brother → feeling responsible for people 24:19 why these fears still exist 25:05 how to deal with fears that follow you into adulthood 25:05 step 1 – understand where the fear comes from 26:00 step 2 – remember you’re an adult with options 28:08 step 3 – admit the fear but don’t give in 31:12 final thoughts #lifeinyour20s #adultingstruggles #selfgrowthpodcast #anxiety #navigatingyour20s #feelingbehindinlife #twentiesadvice #youngadultlife#selfreflection #podcastyoutube #mentalhealthconversation #personalgrowthjourney

    34 min

  2. Mar 15

    the reality of living with your parents in your 20s

    i’m 21 and i still live with my parents...i didn’t realize how complicated that would feel.in today’s episode, we talk about the reality of living at home in your 20s — the guilt, the judgment, the comfort, and the strange feeling that everyone else’s life is starting while yours is somehow on pause. this is an honest conversation about early adulthood, independence, comparison, and learning to appreciate the chapter you’re in — even if it doesn’t look how you expected. if you’ve ever felt embarrassed about living with your parents, worried you’re not where you should be, or confused about this weird in-between phase of your twenties, you are not alone.🎙 entries from your twenties — a podcast about navigating your 20s, self-growth, and figuring life out along the way.https://linktr.ee/entriesfromyourtwenties#livingwithparents #lifeinyour20s #adultingstruggles #selfgrowthpodcast#navigatingyour20s #feelingbehindinlife #twentiesadvice #youngadultlife#selfreflection #podcastyoutube #mentalhealthconversation #personalgrowthjourney

    24 min

  3. Mar 8

    why do you always expect the worst?

    i always thought i was a positive person… until recently. in today’s episode, we’re talking about pessimism and why so many of us mentally prepare for things to go wrong, especially during big life changes, new chapters, or moments of uncertainty. if you’ve ever caught yourself imagining worst-case scenarios before they even happen, this episode is for you. we talk about: - why you might always expect the worst - the psychology behind pessimistic thinking - how negative thinking disguises itself as “being realistic.” - the hidden benefits of pessimism (yes, there are some) - practical ways to shift your mindset without fake positivity https://linktr.ee/entriesfromyourtwenties #navigatingyourtwenties #lifeinyourtwenties #twentieslife #twentieslifeadvice #twentieslifechallenges #twentiesexperience

    39 min

  4. Mar 1

    why you can’t stop doom scrolling (and how to stop)

    so you’re doom scrolling again. yeah. me too. in today’s episode, we’re talking about doom scrolling, social media addiction, and why we waste hours on tiktok even when we don’t want to. we get into the biggest triggers behind a doom scroll session — from feeling intense pressure to being completely overwhelmed by your to-do list, to avoiding the things that actually matter most. this episode breaks down: - why doom scrolling feels impossible to stop - how social media affects your mental health in your twenties- procrastination, overwhelm, and comparison culture - practical ways to stop spending hours on tiktok - simple habits to be more present and productive if you’ve ever picked up your phone for five minutes and looked up two hours later… this one’s for you.

    29 min

  5. Feb 22

    boys are like bread, and i'm gluten free | toxic relationship patterns

    boys are like bread, and i’m gluten free… yet i keep going back anyway. in this episode, we talk about why i’m drawn to toxic men, unhealthy relationship patterns, and emotionally unavailable partners even when i know better. we get into attachment style, dating patterns, and the psychology behind toxic relationships...and why self-awareness doesn’t always break the cycle. topics: toxic relationships, dating advice, attachment style, relationship patterns, emotionally unavailable men. #toxicrelationships #attachmentstyles #relationshippatterns #modernrelationships #dating

    25 min

  6. Feb 18

    you’re not failing. you’re growing.

    fear is just growing pains bby in this episode, we break down why fear doesn’t mean you’re failing…it means you’re growing. self-doubt often shows up during change, when you’re choosing yourself, facing fear of failure, or stepping into something unfamiliar. if you’ve been treating fear as a sign to stop, this episode is for you. we talk about fear, self-doubt, and personal growth, and why discomfort in your twenties is often proof that you’re actually moving forward. socials: podcast,insta: @entriesfromyourtwentiestiktok: @entriesfromyourtwentiesspotify: @entriesfromyourtwenties me,insta: @tesslavandatiktok: @tesslavandapinterest: @tesslavandaemail: tesslavanda@gmail.com #personalgrowth #fearoffailure #twenties #podcast #growthmindset #selfdiscovery

    19 min

  7. Feb 16

    the fear of being yourself

    in today's episode, we talk about identity, self-doubt, and the anxiety that comes with wanting to be accepted while still being yourself in your twenties. a raw, conversational podcast episode about self-expression, vulnerability, and learning to trust yourself again. #fearofbeingyourself #navigatingyourtwenties #selfexpression #identity #selfdoubt #confidence #personalgrowth

    15 min

  8. Feb 4

    is it love, or validation?

    confusing love for validation can keep you stuck in the wrong relationships. let's talk about it. podcast, youtube: search entries from your twenties instagram: / entriesfromyourtwenties tiktok: / entriesfromyourtwenties me, instagram: / tesslavanda tiktok: / tesslavanda pinterest: / tesslavanda email: tesslavanda@gmail.com chapters: 0:00 love vs validation3:56 how we end up in the wrong relationships4:58 low self-esteem6:43 loneliness9:25 guilt & people pleasing13:10 relationships built on imbalance16:03 what really holds a relationship together18:00 why relationships fall apart when you grow22:22 choosing yourself & breaking patterns23:55 learning to validate yourself25:07 please support!

    26 min
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entries from your twenties is your honest guide to the messy, magical chaos of moving through your twenties. Tess shares real stories about self-doubt, friendships, healing, and everything in between — reminding you that you’re not alone in figuring it all out.

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  • Creator
    tess lavanda
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © tess lavanda
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