What I Left Behind in my 20s and 30s

When I hit 40, it was like all of my f*cks suddenly left me. Well, most of them anyway. 

In this episode, I unpack the 12 things I’ve proudly left behind in my 20s and 30s - from needing to be liked or skinny to chasing perfection and constantly being available.

Join me in a raw and refreshing reflection on self-worth, boundaries, and what truly matters in life as you get older. If you’ve ever questioned why you’re still caring about things that drain you and sacrifice your well-being, this might be the gentle (and slightly spicy) wake-up call you’ve been looking for.

Here are the Highlights:

(02:43) Turning 40 and zero f*cks

(03:40) Wanting to be liked vs liking yourself

(08:34) Our own inner beauty contest

(11:12) What seven years of sobriety taught me

(16:09) The sweet spot of flexibility and intentionality

(38:12) Defining true wealth and your priorities 

Mentioned in this episode:

The 4-Hour Work Week by Tim Ferriss 

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