Glowing Soul: The Podcast

Cindy K.
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In a world that keeps telling me what to think, this is my public diary: a space where I flesh out my own thoughts and opinions about the realities of adulthood. Whether you're a young adult navigating the complexities of modern life or anyone interested in personal growth, mental health and introspection, this podcast is for you. Tune in to Glowing Soul and let's embark on a journey of self-discovery together. ig: glowing_soul

  1. Feb 2

    The curse of emotionally stunted men

    In this episode we discuss emotional stunting in men and its impact on loneliness and interpersonal relationships. We’ll contrast the journey of emotional maturation between genders and how awareness and upbringing can make a big difference for everyone. Chapters 00:00: Introduction 00:30: I disagree with Scott Galloway but somehow found the strength to listen to him 06:10: Understanding emotional development in men and women 11:50: The role of relationships on emotional maturity 18:01: Why these issues are systemic rather than individual 24:13: Navigating the mess of imbalanced relationships 30:00: I think there’s still a lot of hope 36:08: Final thoughts Keywords Male loneliness, emotional maturity, relationships, feminism, emotional intelligence, friendships, personal development.

    38 min

  2. 12/29/2025

    End of year rant pt.2: My 2025 Favourites

    In this episode, I discussed the highlights and challenges of 2025, including travel experiences, academic pressures, corporate life, community engagement, and personal growth. I also shared her favorite books, TV shows, etc. All in all this was a fun yap session and I hope you have fun listening to it. Chapters   00:00: Intro 01:07: Fulfilling my birthday wish 03:40: We need to stop lying about corporate life 06:22: Building community 08:52: Some of these books are quite unhinged 14:19: Are movies getting dumber? 19:06: Am I wrong for liking this show? 22:47: My dream wardrobe doesn’t match with the weather 24:40: Conclusion and Looking Ahead to 2026 Keywords   2025, reflections, travel, books, movies, corporate life, community, personal growth, fashion, insights

    26 min

  3. 12/29/2025

    End of year Rant pt.1: The Perfectionism of it all

    Last week of the year friendssss In this episode I talked about how perfectionism has affected my self perception and my outlook on life as well as my emotional processing in regards to challenging situations. I also encourage you to reflect on your lives and the rules you impose on yourself; ultimately maybe it would be easier to have a more gentle approach to life and its challenges. Chapters 00:00: I’ve just missed yapping and editing afterwards aka podcasting 02:19: The Burden of Perfectionism 10:34: How I process emotions with the voices 18:28: Challenging Self-Imposed Restrictions 26:44: Excited for the season ahead Keywords reflection, perfectionism, self-awareness, emotional processing, personal growth, medical school, life transitions, self-imposed restrictions, mental health, personal development

    26 min

  4. 09/15/2025

    Please, take up space!

    Let’s have a chat amongst us middle children… I didn’t use to believe birth order had any effect on people until I started interacting with a world beyond my bubble. We see it everyday the bold, loud people who think their voice has to be the most important one in the room and I know some days you almost believe them. But I’m here to tell you that your voice matters too! So please take up space. 00:00- 02:42: A little bit of yapping 02:42- 06:08: Why do middle children struggle with assertiveness ? 06:08- 10:12: Why assertiveness matters 10:12- 12:34: How I learned to form personal opinions 12:34- 17:21: That time I had the courage to speak up 17:21- 27:55: What even led me to record his episode ? 27:55- 30:10: Archives from my notes + closing remarks See you in another six months (hopefully not)

    30 min

  5. 04/14/2025

    Couple Goals™: Order Yours Now

    Disclaimer: This episode is not about giving an opinion on the value of men vs. women but rather highlighting how detrimental relationship dynamics can get when we view the other person through a single lens. Please note satirical moments and don’t take anything that is said too seriously I’m only one person. Today , we’re diving into the commodification of love and its impact on how we perceive and behave in relationships. I really enjoyed recording this and as always don’t hesitate to share your thoughts and feedback on IG. Chapters 00:00- 01:30: Intro 01:30- 04:07: History lesson based on my imagination 04:07- 11:51: The actors of our love economy 11:51- 15:57: Where are y’all getting money for Valentines ? 15:57- 18:29: Realising how expensive weddings are 18:29- 22:05: Can you even have love as a broke person? 22:05- 29:49: The commodification of love 29:52- 34:01: Unpaid labour of women 34:01- 36:33: Emotional capital & emotional spending 36:33- 38:47: The people still want love ig: @glowing_soul Article on Valentine’s Day spending: https://www.finder.com/uk/credit-cards/best-credit-cards/valentines-day-statistics

    39 min

  6. 03/25/2025

    The lost art of disagreeing.

    The title says it all. I think as a society we have become more and more allergic to any form of inconvenience (physical, mental, emotional, …) and it affects the way we communicate and treat others. I am for the school of thought of bringing back debates: respectful, opposing conversations because there’s is so much value in multiplicity. If this is a topic you find interesting, feel free to comment on Spotify or send me a DM. ig: @glowing_soul Trevor Noah X Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie conversation: https://youtu.be/yfNbrC3HJpU?si=oU9uiWl2FISfJpp4

    28 min

  7. 01/13/2025

    Diaspora Dilemma: Survivor’s Guilt or Saviour’s Complex?

    In this episode, I’m tackling a deeply personal and complex question: Should members of the African Diaspora return to the motherland, or is it better to stay and build where we are? It’s a conversation I’ve had with myself countless times. Who do you become once you leave the place you know as “home”? How do we balance our dreams for Africa with the challenges of reintegration? This isn’t about finding the “right” answer—it’s about unpacking the emotions, opportunities, and struggles tied to this decision. If you’ve ever felt torn between staying and returning, this one’s for you. Let’s talk it out. Chapters 00:00- 03:26: Introduction 03:26- 05:06: What is the diaspora? 05:06- 10:07: When expectations don’t align 10:07- 15:28: Evolution of my own perspective 15:28- 17:52: The Concept of Identity 17:52- 20:10: The issue with denial of pluri-identities 20:10- 21:52: Finding a balance between being and belonging 21:52-26:35: The Know-it-alls and the Guilty 26:35- 29:09: I’m just frustrated with the whole thing 29:09- 35:15: New Horizons; How do we move forward together? 35:15- 35:38: Outro ig: @glowing_soul If you enjoyed this discourse, here is a video suggestion: https://youtu.be/mV0WcD1AgwU?si=pJOde4_jaFCmmmnh

    36 min

  8. 06/24/2024

    I’m just an average girl and that’s alright… or is it?

    Today we are having a deep chat on insecurities. Those feelings of inadequacy when you realise maybe… just maybe you’re not good enough. Key topics: •our obsession with exceptionalism •imposter syndrome explained •the downfall of having to stand out

    30 min
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In a world that keeps telling me what to think, this is my public diary: a space where I flesh out my own thoughts and opinions about the realities of adulthood. Whether you're a young adult navigating the complexities of modern life or anyone interested in personal growth, mental health and introspection, this podcast is for you. Tune in to Glowing Soul and let's embark on a journey of self-discovery together. ig: glowing_soul

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