We grew up with a checklist for adulthood: job, house, marriage, kids. But somewhere along the way, the rules changed. In this episode, I reflect on what “having it together” really means, why our generation’s path looks so different from our parents’, and how we can find hope, humor, and even a little wisdom while still figuring it out.

References:

- Ferraretto & Vitali (2024). The transition to adulthood in Europe. Demographic Research.

- Sompolska-Rzechuła & Kurdyś-Kujawska (2022). Young Adults Living with Parents in EU Countries.

- van den Berg et al. (2022). Trends in singlehood in young adulthood in Europe.

- Simon Sinek, Leaders Eat Last (2014).

Go Your Own Way - not everyone is meant to be apeople manager, and that’s perfectly fine. In this episode, I explore the differences between managers, people managers, and leaders, the mental health impact of poor management, and why companies must embrace horizontal growth alongside vertical careers. I also share personal stories and practical ways to grow without managing people.

We’ve all heard “fake it till you make it” - but what does it really cost us?

In this episode, I explore the shadow side of pretending, the roots of imposter syndrome, and why men and women often approach confidence so differently.

Together, we’ll uncover practical tools to shift from performance to presence, and start building real, lasting confidence.