Episode 009: Quarter-Life Crisis? How to Find Yourself & Start Over in Your 30s | The Hidden Pages Podcast

04/02/2025 19 min Temporada 1 Episodio 9

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Episode Synopsis

In this relatable and candid episode of The Hidden Pages Podcast, I dive deep into what it means to go through a quarter-life crisis—because, trust me, I’m living it right now. If you’ve ever found yourself questioning your career, your passions, or even who you truly are in your 30s, you're not alone.
We explore:

Why you feel stuck in a life you thought would make you happy
How to break free from societal expectations and pressures
Practical steps to start clearing the path for the new you
Overcoming fear and shame to explore what truly excites you
Giving yourself permission to pivot and try something new

The truth is, your 30s are not too late to redefine your path, and this episode will help you take that first step toward a life that feels authentic and fulfilling.
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🔖 Episode Highlights:
00:00 - Welcome to The Hidden Pages Podcast01:14 - What is a quarter-life crisis, and why am I feeling this way?03:50 - Why we made decisions that don’t fit our true selves07:10 - The pressure to have it all figured out in your 20s10:30 - How to start clearing the path for the real you14:15 - Exploring your passions without fear of failure17:40 - Why it’s never too late to start over20:00 - Practical steps to finding yourself again22:30 - Your challenge: Three things to explore this month

📚 Episode Resources & Links:
Books That Inspired This Episode:

The Defining Decade: Why Your Twenties Matter and How to Make the Most of Them Now by Meg Jay - (https://amzn.to/4aoLVoI)
Atomic Habits by James Clear - (https://amzn.to/3PHqSUD)
Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself by Dr. Kristin Neff - (https://amzn.to/4jmADFA)


Practical Tools for Your Journey:

Weighted Blanket for Stress Relief - (https://amzn.to/4asvt6F)



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📚 Keywords for Your Journey:
quarter-life crisis, finding yourself in your 30s, self-discovery journey, starting over in your 30s, navigating life changes, overcoming feeling stuck, embracing personal growth, how to find your passion again, career pivot in your 30s, reinventing yourself at any age

🎧 Listen now and take the first step toward rediscovering yourself!

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