The Pursuit of Abundance

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The Pursuit of Abundance is a podcast about building a business, career and life that actually works for you. Hosted by creative business owner Emma Davis, each episode explores the real stuff that comes with work and ambition - Confidence, productivity, mental load, money, identity, rest, relationships, parenting, happiness and the highs and lows of working for yourself. Some episodes are practical. Some are reflective. Some are simply a reminder that you're not the only person figuring it all out as you go. For freelancers,, working parents and anyone trying to create a life of balance

  1. 3d ago

    Winter Blues? Why we feel different when the dark months roll in.

    The clocks have gone back, the mornings are darker, the evenings are drawing in and suddenly getting out of bed feels that little bit harder. Sound familiar? As we move into winter, it's not just the weather that changes. Our energy, motivation, mood and even our sleep can be affected by the shorter days and lack of daylight. In this episode, I'm exploring what's actually happening in our bodies and minds at this time of year, why some of us struggle more than others, and how we can consciously look after our happiness and wellbeing through the colder months. From getting outside and staying connected to embracing the little things that make winter lovely, we'll look at some simple ways to feel happier, healthier and more energised. Because winter doesn't have to be a season we simply wish away. There's plenty to enjoy about it too.

  2. Nov 4

    You’re Worth More Than You Think - So Start Acting Like It

    How often do you play down something you’re really good at? Accept less than you deserve? Throw in a little extra for free? Or stay quiet rather than asking for the money, opportunity or recognition you know you’ve earned? In this episode, I’m talking about knowing your worth - particularly in work and business. Your value isn’t just the hours you put in. It’s your experience, ideas, judgement, skills, relationships and all the things you’ve learned along the way. We’ll talk about money, confidence, asking for what you deserve, putting proper value on your time and expertise, and the little ways we can make ourselves smaller without even realising it. And this applies outside work too. Knowing your worth means recognising when your time, energy and kindness are being taken for granted - and feeling more comfortable setting boundaries when they are. It’s time to stop waiting for someone else to tell you how valuable you are.

  3. Oct 28

    Why Are You Always Last on Your Own List?

    The kids are dressed, fed, packed up and ready for the day. Everyone has what they need. And now you’ve got precisely five minutes left to get yourself ready. Sound familiar? So many of us become incredibly good at looking after everyone else - Our children, partners, clients, colleagues, friends and families; While quietly pushing our own needs further and further down the list. In this episode, I’m exploring how we end up doing this, why putting ourselves first can feel so uncomfortable and why looking after yourself isn’t selfish. We’ll also look at how this shows up in work and business, from constantly saying yes to putting your own plans on hold, and some small ways to start giving your own needs a little more importance. Plus, we’ll finish with a visualisation to remind you that you deserve a seat at the table too.

  4. Oct 21

    Just Read the Damn Book! Why It Doesn’t Matter What (or How) You Read

    We’ve made it to episode 20! 🎉 And to celebrate, I’m talking about one of my absolute favourite ways to spend my spare time: reading. I aim to read at least one book a month, but this year I’ve really caught the bug and I’m already 25 books in. But does reading more automatically make you a “better” reader? And when did something we do for enjoyment become another thing to track, compare and perform? In this episode, I’m chatting about why reading is so good for us, performative reading and BookTok culture, genre snobbery, reading targets and why you absolutely do not need to be working your way through the classics for your reading to count. I’m also tackling the big question: do audiobooks count as reading? Because while I’ll happily devour fiction on the page, apparently my brain will only accept nonfiction if someone reads it to me. 😂 Whether it’s romance, thrillers, fantasy, literary fiction, biographies or an eight-hour audiobook while you’re walking the dog - read what you love, however you love to read it.

  5. Oct 14

    When Spare Time Is Precious - What Actually Fills Your Cup?

    You finally get an hour to yourself… And somehow spend half of it scrolling and the other half trying to decide what to watch on Netflix. Sound familiar? When life is busy, especially when you’re juggling work, children and everything else, genuine time for yourself can feel pretty rare. So why do we so often spend it doing things that don’t actually make us feel any better? In this episode, I’m talking about the difference between simply filling our spare time and doing things that genuinely enrich it. From rediscovering things you used to love to following new curiosities and finding hobbies that are purely for enjoyment, we’re looking at how to make the limited time we have feel a little more like our own again. No pressure to be productive. No need to turn your hobby into a side hustle. Just finding more of the things that make you feel like you. Emma.x

  6. Oct 7

    Why We Need People - Even When We Want to Be Alone

    When you’re stressed, overwhelmed or just not feeling yourself, sometimes the last thing you want to do is see anyone. But could the right kind of connection actually be exactly what you need? In this episode, I’m talking about why human connection matters so much - from our friendships and relationships to working from home and running a business. We’ll look at loneliness, why we sometimes withdraw when we’re struggling, the little interactions we miss when we work alone, and why genuine relationships can play such a big part in growing a business too. Because we don’t need to be surrounded by people all the time. But we do need the right people. Plus, we’ll finish with a short visualisation about the people who make you feel most like yourself. Thanks for joining me :)

  7. Sep 30

    5 Things People Get Wrong About Working For Yourself

    Working for yourself sounds pretty great from the outside, doesn’t it? You choose your own hours, take holidays whenever you want and don’t have a boss telling you what to do. After 11 years of being self-employed, I’m breaking down five of the biggest myths about running your own business - and what it actually looks like in real life. From having complete freedom over your time or what counts as working and earning, to whether you actually do have a boss (or many!), I’m sharing the bits people don’t always see from the outside. There’s plenty I love about working for myself, but there are also responsibilities, pressures and challenges that come with having nobody else to pick up the slack. We’ll finish with a short visualisation to help you step away from the pressure to always be doing more and remind yourself that you’ve done enough for now. This is a great episode for those running their own business, or those looking to start up and begin their journey into entrepreneurship!

  8. Sep 23

    Are You a Radiator or a Drain? The People Who Change Your Energy

    Have you ever spent time with someone and come away feeling completely energised? Or the opposite, where an hour with someone leaves you feeling absolutely drained? In this episode, I’m talking about “radiators” and “drains” - The people who can have a huge impact on how we feel, think and work. We’ll look at what makes someone a radiator or a drain, how to recognise the people around you who affect your energy, and why it matters in both your business and personal life. I’ll also turn the question back onto you and me: What kind of person are we for the people around us? We’ll finish with a short visualisation to help us think about the people in our own lives, how they make us feel, and where we might want to protect our energy a little more. Don't forget to share with a radiator in your life! :D

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The Pursuit of Abundance is a podcast about building a business, career and life that actually works for you. Hosted by creative business owner Emma Davis, each episode explores the real stuff that comes with work and ambition - Confidence, productivity, mental load, money, identity, rest, relationships, parenting, happiness and the highs and lows of working for yourself. Some episodes are practical. Some are reflective. Some are simply a reminder that you're not the only person figuring it all out as you go. For freelancers,, working parents and anyone trying to create a life of balance

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