Grow As I Go | Personal Growth, Mindset and Figuring Life Out

Amy Savage
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A personal growth and self improvement podcast about mindset, resilience and navigating life's unexpected changes. Grow As I Go is a space for honest conversations, self reflection and real-life lessons on grief, rebuilding, and learning to keep going when life doesn't turn out how you expected. No one has it all figured out - and this podcast doesn't pretend to. It's about growth, healing, and being human. If you're on a journey of self-development and navigating change, or simply want to feel a little less alone in figuring it all out, this podcast is for you!

  1. Sep 15

    What I've Learnt From Growing As I Go | Season 1 Finale

    Twenty episodes, four months, plenty of lessons - and one very big reminder: sometimes you just have to start before you feel ready! In this Season 1 finale of Grow As I Go, I’m reflecting on what creating this podcast has taught me about personal growth, vulnerability, authenticity, connection and success - including why numbers don’t tell the whole story, why talking things through can be surprisingly therapeutic, and why stepping away isn’t the same as giving up. I’m taking a six-week break to slow down, be present, spend time with family, celebrate my late brother, and head to Japan with my fiance. Then I’ll be back for Season 2 on 4 November. Because this podcast was never about having all the answers. It’s about figuring things out as we go. Key takeaways: Talking openly can help us process things we haven’t fully understood ourselves.Connection matters more than numbers - one meaningful message can mean more than hundreds of likes.You don’t have to make everyone care about what you’re doing. The right people will find it.Taking a break, slowing down and being present isn’t giving up - sometimes it’s exactly what we need. Timestamps: 01:54 - What 20 episodes have taught me about myself05:06 - The unexpected kindness and support from listeners08:36 - Why numbers don’t tell the whole story17:38 - Why I’m taking a six-week break and what’s next for Season 2 Thank you so much for listening, sharing, reaching out, or simply quietly being part of this journey so far. ❤️

  2. Sep 8

    Cake Day! When Life Changes Direction

    What if one of the worst days of your life became the beginning of a life you wouldn’t trade for anything? In this deeply personal episode, Amy shares the story behind Cake Day - the anniversary of the day she discovered her husband was cheating, and how she learned to rebuild her life after betrayal, loss and unexpected change. A conversation about personal growth, healing, resilience and developing a growth mindset when life doesn’t go according to plan. Key takeaways: You can grieve the life you thought you’d have.You don’t have to find a “silver lining” in painful experiences.Healing isn’t about getting your old life back - it’s about building your new one.You may not choose what happens, but you can choose what you do next. Timestamps 00:38 - The story behind Cake Day 03:55 - Grieving the future you imagined 07:15 - Why everything doesn’t happen for a reason 08:34 - From “Why me?” to “What next?” 11:46 - Walking through the scary forest 17:34 - Choosing your direction Follow Grow As I Go on instagram @growasigopodcast

  3. Sep 1

    Authenticity, Performance & the Need to Belong

    What does it really mean to be authentic? In this episode of Grow As I Go, Amy explores authenticity, people-pleasing, fear of judgment and the pressure to perform versions of ourselves that feel more acceptable to others. We unpack why being accepted isn’t always the same as belonging, and how being kind, setting boundaries and staying true to yourself can sometimes mean risking discomfort or rejection. Key takeaways: Why we perform and people-please to feel accepted and safeThe difference between being nice and being kindWhy authenticity requires self-acceptance, not fearlessnessHow to stop making other people’s acceptance a condition of your own self-worth Timestamps: 01:40 - Is the opposite of authenticity actually performance?08:03 - Nice vs kind: when people-pleasing gets in the way of authenticity 16:30 - Acceptance isn’t the same as belonging 20:52 - Choosing authenticity over other people’s approval A conversation about authenticity, self-acceptance, people-pleasing, boundaries, belonging and the fear of judgment. Follow Grow As I Go: @growasigopodcast

  4. Aug 25

    My IVF Journey: The Emotional Side of Fertility Treatment

    In this deeply personal episode of Grow As I Go, Amy shares her IVF and fertility journey - including the emotional rollercoaster of fertility treatment, pregnancy loss, waiting for results, navigating IVF in silence, and confronting the possibility of a future without children. This isn’t an episode about the medical details of IVF. It’s about what happens emotionally behind the scenes: the hope, uncertainty, grief, hormones, waiting, loneliness and the challenge of continuing to live a “normal” life while carrying something enormous underneath it. Amy also explores what it means to grieve a future you haven’t actually lived, and how we can begin to accept that life may look different from the one we imagined. In this episode: The emotional reality of IVF and fertility treatment beyond the medical proceduresThe loneliness of going through IVF privately while continuing with everyday lifeThe exhausting cycle of hope, waiting, results and disappointmentHow fertility treatment can affect your relationship with your body and sense of selfThe grief of potentially not having the children you always imaginedWhy you can be grateful for your life and still grieve the life you thought you’d haveA reminder that your fertility outcome does not determine your worthTimestamps 03:58 — My fertility and IVF journey: the context behind it all 07:42 — Falling pregnant naturally - and experiencing an ectopic pregnancy 11:26 — Why we chose to keep our IVF journey private 13:27 — What IVF is actually like: beyond the medical process 16:03 — The waiting, uncertainty and emotional rollercoaster of IVF 19:31 — Living a normal life while secretly going through fertility treatment 22:24 — How IVF changed my relationship with my body 25:20 — Grieving a future you haven’t actually lived 28:10 — If you’re considering IVF: prepare for the emotional side too 29:29 — If you’re going through fertility treatment, you are not alone Follow Grow as I go on Instagram - @growasigopodcast

  5. Aug 18

    Always Chasing the Next Thing: Learning to Stop and Enjoy Where You Are

    What happens when you achieve something you’ve worked really hard for, only to immediately start thinking about the next goal? In this episode of Grow As I Go, I’m reflecting on ambition, achievement and the pressure to constantly improve - and why I’m learning that slowing down doesn’t mean standing still. Key points The pressure of always chasing the next goalWhy we can struggle to celebrate our own achievementsThe link between self-worth, productivity and achievementLearning to rest without feeling like we’re falling behindWhy growth doesn’t always mean moving forwardSometimes the biggest growth is learning to stop, look around and appreciate how far you’ve already come.Timestamps 00:01 - Why am I always chasing the next goal?05:58 - When achievement still doesn’t feel like enough10:15 - Does our worth become tied to achievement?18:28 - The river analogy: learning to pause21:51 - Growth isn’t always forward movement #GrowAsIGo #PersonalGrowth #SelfGrowth #GoalSetting #Achievement #Mindset #SelfWorth #Ambition #WorkLifeBalance #PersonalDevelopment

  6. Aug 11

    Trusting Yourself - Can you trust yourself after betrayal?

    In this episode of Grow As I Go, Amy explores the often overlooked impact of betrayal: losing trust not only in someone else, but in yourself, your judgment and your ability to read people. Amy shares her personal experience with infidelity and the journey of rebuilding self-trust, while unpacking why betrayal can lead to self-doubt, overthinking and hypervigilance, even when a new relationship is healthy and safe. In this episode: Why betrayal can damage self-trust and confidenceThe link between betrayal, hypervigilance and overthinkingWhy you don’t need to blame yourself for someone else’s deceptionHow to rebuild trust in yourself through small moments of evidenceWhy healthy trust is built through consistency, actions and accountabilityTimestamps: 00:01 Why betrayal can make you stop trusting yourself08:34 When past betrayal follows you into a healthy relationship16:20 Why overthinking can become a trap after betrayal18:25 How to rebuild self-trust20:25 The “marble jar” approach to rebuilding trustA reminder for anyone rebuilding trust: You don’t need a guarantee that nothing will ever go wrong. You need to trust that if something does go wrong, you’ll be able to handle it. Follow Grow As I Go on Instagram @growasigopodcast

  7. Aug 4

    Emotional Intelligence - How to Stop Reacting and Start Responding

    Have you ever reacted in the heat of the moment and wished you had handled things differently? In this episode of Grow As I Go, Amy explores emotional intelligence, emotional regulation and why understanding our emotions is one of the most important skills we can develop for better relationships, leadership and personal growth. Amy unpacks why emotions are not something to suppress or avoid, but valuable information that helps us understand ourselves and others. Drawing on insights from Dr Marc Brackett, neuroscience and psychology, this episode explores self-awareness, emotional regulation, managing triggers and the power of pausing before responding. You’ll learn: Why emotional intelligence matters more than IQHow to recognise and name your emotionsWhy unprocessed emotions eventually catch up with usHow to build stronger relationships through empathy and self-awareness Timestamps 00:00 – What emotional intelligence really means (and why it matters) 03:26 – Why EQ can matter more than IQ in life and leadership 05:12 – “Emotions are debts”: why ignoring emotions catches up with us 13:18 – The neuroscience behind naming your emotions 15:01 – The power of the pause: responding instead of reacting. Follow Grow As I Go on Spotify and Apple, and on Instagram @growasigopodcast

  8. Jul 28

    The Invisible Mental Load: Why Caregivers and Mothers Carry More Than We See

    What happens when you become the person who holds everything together? In this episode of Grow As I Go, Amy is joined by author, speaker and mental health advocate Sarah Rosse to unpack the invisible mental load carried by so many mothers, caregivers and people supporting loved ones through difficult seasons. Sarah shares her deeply personal journey supporting her son through mental illness, ADHD and a suicide attempt, and the emotional weight of trying to keep life functioning while quietly falling apart inside. Together, Amy and Sarah explore the pressure to “keep it together”, why asking for help can feel so difficult, the importance of sharing your story, and how journaling can help process emotions and make sense of overwhelming experiences. In this episode: Understanding the invisible mental load and why it can be so exhausting.Why caregivers often prioritise everyone else’s emotions before their own.The link between mental health, caregiving and emotional burnout.How journaling can help organise thoughts, process feelings and reduce overwhelm.Why you don’t have to wait until you’re completely broken before asking for support.Timestamps 00:42 - What is the invisible mental load and why so many people silently carry it. 04:47 - Sarah’s experience of hypervigilance, emotional exhaustion and never being able to switch off. 14:42 - How journaling became a tool to process emotions and make sense of overwhelming experiences. 27:23 - Sarah’s message to anyone carrying too much: “You don’t have to carry it alone.” Follow Grow As I Go on Instagram @growasigopodcast

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A personal growth and self improvement podcast about mindset, resilience and navigating life's unexpected changes. Grow As I Go is a space for honest conversations, self reflection and real-life lessons on grief, rebuilding, and learning to keep going when life doesn't turn out how you expected. No one has it all figured out - and this podcast doesn't pretend to. It's about growth, healing, and being human. If you're on a journey of self-development and navigating change, or simply want to feel a little less alone in figuring it all out, this podcast is for you!

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