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Five Year You

Five Year You

Written by: Andrew Dewar and Catherine Collins
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Welcome to "Five Year You," the podcast that takes you on a transformative journey toward your future self. Join us as we explore the power of self-improvement, tackling challenges, setting goals, and unleashing the potential within you. Our conversations are raw, real, and relatable, offering practical tips and insights to empower you in your growth. Each episode offers useful tips to help you become the person you aspire to be. Tune in, invest in yourself, and let's embark on this adventure together! Get ready for a unique and personal exploration of the honest and relatable moments that will shape the next chapter of your story. In each episode, we dive into the day-to-day experiences that make up the mosaic of your life over the next five years. From the small victories to the inevitable challenges, "Five Year You" captures the essence of the ordinary and extraordinary moments that contribute to your personal growth. Our tagline, "Raw, Real, Relatable," perfectly encapsulates the authenticity of the stories we share. No glossy highlights, just the unfiltered reality of navigating the twists and turns of everyday life. Join us as we connect with individuals from various walks of life who openly share their aspirations, setbacks, and the unexpected surprises that come with each passing day. Whether you're facing career crossroads, building relationships, or discovering new passions, "Five Year You" is here to provide a real-time reflection on the shared human experience. Tune in for a daily dose of inspiration, motivation, and a reminder that you're not alone on this journey.©Five Year You Hygiene & Healthy Living Personal Development Personal Success Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
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  • How To Handle Jealousy
    Apr 29 2026

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    If you’ve been feeling like someone else’s success makes you uncomfortable… like you’re comparing more than you want to admit… like certain people just trigger something in you—this episode is for you.

    Because here’s the truth:

    Jealousy isn’t something to be ashamed of.

    And more importantly… it’s not a flaw—it’s feedback.

    💭 What This Episode Covers

    • Why jealousy isn’t a “bad” emotion—it’s information
    • What your jealousy is actually trying to show you
    • How to stop suppressing or projecting jealous feelings
    • The hidden beliefs that keep you stuck in comparison
    • Signs someone else might be jealous of you
    • How to handle jealousy (yours and others’) in a healthy way

    🚨 Why Jealousy Happens

    1. It Reveals Your Desires
    2. When you feel jealous, you’re reacting to what someone represents.
    3. It’s not about them—it’s about what you want.
    4. 👉 Result: You get clarity on what matters to you
    5. Learned Beliefs Create Resistance
    6. If you believe “rich people are greedy” or “happy people are just lucky,”
    7. your brain will block you from becoming those things.
    8. 👉 Result: You stay stuck wanting what you’ve labeled as “bad”
    9. Suppression Turns Into Projection
    10. Ignoring jealousy doesn’t make it disappear.
    11. It shows up later as criticism, resentment, or passive aggression.
    12. 👉 Result: You push away what you secretly admire
    13. Comparison Without Awareness
    14. You compare your life to others without asking why.
    15. You feel frustrated—but don’t explore the root.
    16. 👉 Result: You stay in the loop instead of growing from it

    😞 The Emotional Cost of Jealousy

    When you believe “they have something I don’t,” it creates:

    • insecurity
    • frustration
    • quiet resentment

    And the worst part?

    👉 You miss the opportunity to turn that feeling into growth

    ⚠️ The Hidden Danger

    Unchecked jealousy can quietly shape how you see others—and yourself.

    Examples:

    • Dismissing successful people instead of learning from them
    • Making backhanded comments to feel better
    • Judging lifestyles you secretly want
    • Avoiding growth because it conflicts with your beliefs

    👉 You block yourself from becoming the very thing you desire

    🔑 The Truth You Need to Hear

    There are no “bad” emotions

    There is only information

    Jealousy doesn’t mean you’re a bad person

    It means you’re an honest one

    What you feel is pointing you somewhere

    Not holding you back

    👉 You just have to be willing to look at it

    🔄 What Jealousy Actually Means

    It means something inside you is waking up

    It means you’re noticing what you want

    It means you’re ready for more

    This isn’t something to hide from

    It’s something to learn from

    👉 It’s the beginning—not the end

    🛠️ How to Shift Out of the “Jealousy” Mindset

    1. Name It Without Shame
    2. Instead of avoiding it, say: “I feel jealous.”
    3. That honesty is where growth begins.
    4. Get Curious
    5. Ask yourself:
    6. What exactly am I jealous of?
    7. What does this person represent to me?
    8. Challenge Your Beliefs
    9. Notice your automatic thoughts:
    10. “Rich people are…”
    11. “Happy people are…”
    12. Rewrite what no longer serves you.
    13. Shift From Comparison → Possibility
    14. Instead of “Why them?” ask:
    15. “What would it look like for me to have this too?”
    16. Watch Your Words
    17. Avoid criticizing or minimizing others.
    18. What you say about them often reveals how you feel about yourself.

    💡 Key Takeaway

    Jealousy isn’t your enemy

    It’s your internal compass

    It shows you what you want

    And where you’re holding yourself back

    👉 Use it as direction—not judgment

    ✨ Glimmers from This Episode

    • Realizing emotions are guidance—not something to fear
    • Catching your thoughts and choosing a new perspective
    • Letting yourself want more without guilt
    • Seeing growth as something available to you too

    💬 Final Thought

    The things that trigger you…

    are often the things meant for you.

    Pay attention to what stirs something inside you.

    It might just be pointing you toward your next chapter.

    If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs this reminder 💫

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    24 mins
  • Why You Sabotage Good Things
    Apr 22 2026

    If you’ve been feeling like things finally start going well… and then somehow fall apart… like you can’t stay consistent even when you want to… like you get anxious the moment life feels calm—this episode is for you.

    Because here’s the truth:

    You’re not randomly messing things up.

    And more importantly… you’re not broken.

    💭 What This Episode Covers

    • Why you sabotage good things (even when you don’t mean to)
    • The concept of a “happiness ceiling”
    • How your past shapes your comfort zone
    • Why calm and peace can feel uncomfortable
    • Signs you’re subconsciously self-sabotaging
    • How to start shifting your internal “thermostat”

    🚨 Why Self-Sabotage Happens

    1. Your “Familiarity Thermostat”
    2. Your mind and body are wired to return to what feels normal—even if it’s stressful or chaotic.
    3. 👉 Result: When life gets better than your baseline, you unconsciously pull yourself back.
    4. Worthiness Wounds
    5. Sometimes, deep down, you don’t believe you deserve good things.
    6. 👉 Result: You disrupt what’s going well to match how you feel about yourself.
    7. Addiction to Stress
    8. If you grew up around chaos or instability, calm can feel unsafe or unfamiliar.
    9. 👉 Result: You recreate tension because it feels more “normal.”
    10. Fear of the Unknown
    11. Success, peace, or happiness at a new level can feel unpredictable.
    12. 👉 Result: You retreat back to what you know—even if it’s not what you want.

    😞 The Emotional Cost of Self-Sabotage

    When you believe “this won’t last” or “something bad is coming,” it creates:

    • anxiety
    • overthinking
    • self-doubt

    And the worst part?

    👉 You end up proving your own fears right.

    ⚠️ The Hidden Danger

    Self-sabotage doesn’t always look obvious—it often feels justified.

    Examples:

    • Picking a fight during a great moment
    • “Losing motivation” right when things take off
    • Creating problems that weren’t there before

    👉 You don’t realize you’re choosing discomfort—you think you’re reacting to reality.

    🔑 The Truth You Need to Hear

    • You are not behind
    • You are not broken
    • You are not incapable

    What you’re experiencing is conditioning.

    And that can change.

    👉 You are allowed to feel safe in good things.

    🔄 What Self-Sabotage Actually Means

    It doesn’t mean you’re failing.

    It means:

    • You’re growing
    • You’re stretching beyond your old identity
    • You’re entering unfamiliar territory

    👉 It’s the beginning—not the end

    🛠️ How to Shift Out of the “Self-Sabotage” Mindset

    1. Notice the Pattern
    2. Start catching the moment things feel “too good.”
    3. Ask yourself:
    4. Is something actually wrong—or just unfamiliar?
    5. Name It in Real Time
    6. Say it: “This is my thermostat kicking in.”
    7. Labeling it helps you create space instead of reacting.
    8. Sit With the Discomfort
    9. Let things be good without interfering.
    10. Practice staying in the calm—even when it feels strange.
    11. Normalize Good
    12. If something positive happens—don’t rush past it.
    13. Let it sit. Feel it. Get used to it.
    14. Raise Your Baseline Gradually
    15. You don’t need to jump from survival mode to perfect peace overnight.
    16. Small shifts create lasting change.

    💡 Key Takeaway

    You’re not sabotaging your life on purpose.

    You’re regulating back to what feels safe.

    But safe doesn’t have to mean stressful.

    👉 You can teach your system that good things are safe to keep.

    ✨ Glimmers from This Episode

    • Learning that calm is something you can grow into
    • Realizing awareness is the first step to change
    • Finding peace in small, steady progress
    • Letting yourself enjoy when things are going right

    💬 Final Thought

    Maybe things aren’t falling apart.

    Maybe they’re finally coming together in a way you’re not used to yet.

    And maybe…

    this time…

    you don’t have to ruin it.

    If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs this reminder 💫

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    25 mins
  • Why You Feel Behind in Life (and What's Really Going On)
    Apr 15 2026

    If you’ve been feeling like you’re behind… like everyone else is ahead… like you should be further along by now—this episode is for you.

    Because here’s the truth:

    Almost everyone feels this way at some point.

    And more importantly… it’s not actually true.

    💭 What This Episode Covers
    • Why the feeling of being “behind” is so common
    • The hidden pressure of comparison culture
    • How timelines are created (and why they’re not real)
    • The emotional toll of constantly feeling “not enough”
    • How to reconnect with your own path
    • Practical ways to shift out of the “behind” mindset

    🚨 Why You Feel Behind (Even When You’re Not)1. Comparison Culture

    You’re constantly measuring your life against other people’s highlight reels.

    • Social media shows curated success
    • You don’t see the trade-offs or struggles
    • You compare your reality to someone else’s best moments

    👉 Result: You always feel like you’re losing

    2. Invisible Timelines

    You’ve been taught there’s a “right time” for everything:

    • Career milestones
    • Marriage / kids
    • Buying a house
    • Financial success

    But those timelines?

    They’re learned—not real.

    3. External Definitions of Success

    You’ve been conditioned to measure success by:

    • Money
    • Titles
    • Status
    • Possessions

    But none of these guarantee fulfillment.

    😞 The Emotional Cost of Feeling Behind

    When you believe you’re behind, it creates:

    • Anxiety
    • Pressure
    • Rushed decisions
    • Self-doubt
    • Low self-worth

    And the worst part?

    👉 That “catching up” feeling never goes away

    There will always be someone “ahead” if you play that game.

    ⚠️ The Hidden Danger

    When you feel behind…

    You start making decisions that aren’t actually right for you.

    Examples:

    • Staying in careers you don’t want
    • Rushing relationships
    • Buying things to “keep up”
    • Following paths that aren’t aligned

    👉 You stop living your life—and start living a timeline.

    🔑 The Truth You Need to Hear
    • You are not behind
    • There is no universal timeline
    • Life is not linear
    • People peak, pivot, restart, and reinvent constantly

    👉 You’re not late. You’re just on your own path.

    🔄 What Feeling Behind Actually Means

    This feeling isn’t a failure.

    It’s a signal:

    • You’re becoming more self-aware
    • You want something different
    • You’re ready for growth
    • You’re outgrowing your current situation

    👉 It’s the beginning—not the end

    🛠️ How to Shift Out of the “Behind” Mindset1. Stop Measuring → Start Defining

    Ask yourself:

    • What does success look like for me?
    • What do I actually want?

    Not what looks good.

    Not what impresses others.

    What feels right.

    2. Zoom Out

    Don’t compare one area of your life to someone else’s whole life.

    Look at:

    • Your growth
    • Your experiences
    • Your strengths

    👉 When you zoom out, you’ll realize you’re doing better than you think.

    3. Remove False Deadlines

    Most timelines are:

    • Socially constructed
    • Arbitrary
    • Not aligned with your life

    👉 You don’t have to follow them.

    4. Focus on Direction, Not Speed

    Progress isn’t about how fast you go.

    It’s about:

    • Consistency
    • Alignment
    • Intentional steps forward

    5. Reconnect With Your Path

    Ask yourself:

    • What actually matters to me right now?
    • What feels aligned?
    • What do I want—not what’s expected?

    💡 Key Takeaway

    You’re not behind.

    You’re just:

    • Becoming aware
    • Questioning old patterns
    • Starting to choose your own path

    👉 And that’s where everything changes.

    ✨ Glimmers from This Episode
    • Finding joy in small wins (like thrifting wins or a sunny walk)
    • Reconnecting with community (like a book club)
    • Appreciating simple moments you once overlooked

    💬 Final Thought

    Your life isn’t on a clock.

    It’s on a path.

    And you’re still on it.

    If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs this reminder 💫

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    24 mins
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