Full Send into Adulthood: A Podcast Supporting Young Adults

... and those we listen to and ask advice from? Our advisors and consultants ;). What if adulting isn't about finally knowing how to do everything… but about realizing **we get to be the CEO of our own life?** In this episode, we’re rethinking our roles and what it actually means to become an adult. Because the transition into adulthood isn't just about learning how to pay bills, make decisions, g...

What makes a person valuable? Is it being successful? Attractive? Productive? Young? Accomplished? Having the right career, relationship, income, body, or life timeline? I've been thinking about this for the past year and a half—and I've realized that a lot of the things I was taught made a woman “valuable” don't actually fit the way I want to measure my life anymore. So I tried something differen...

Feeling behind in life, school, relationships, or your career? You're not alone- and it might be a faulty premise. In this episode, life coach and professor of 25+ years, Cielle Amundson breaks down why "feeling behind" isn't actually about laziness or bad choices. It's usually about comparing your timeline to a made-up system that was never built for your specific life. Cielle unpacks why college...

Feeling like you're not "productive enough"? Like everyone else has some secret productivity code and you missed the memo? If so, this episode may be helpful. In this episode, Dr. C breaks down the real definition of productivity and why the version most of us grew up believing isn't even ours. It turns out a lot of what we call "productive" is actually based on corporate and capitalist goals, not...

A student asked me "what are you an expert in?" and I froze. Like, stumped and confused. Took me six weeks to land on an answer- and it wasn't what I expected. In this episode, I explore the often overlooked dimensions of expertise that can extend far beyond technical skills or subject matter knowledge. Turns out when we stop thinking about expertise as a subject (like knowing quantum physics) and...

In this episode, Cielle explores the concept of life as a game that often comes with no clear instructions. She encourages listeners to understand that each of us is playing our own unique game, which requires bravery, self-trust, and adaptability. The conversation dives into why many feel lost after traditional milestones like graduation and how to craft a life aligned with personal values and pa...

At 21, Cielle froze at the thought of throwing her own graduation party because she had no idea how to show up as "herself" if all her different friend groups were in the same room at the same time. In this episode, she unpacks what that moment taught her about masking, authenticity, and why being fully herself around different people became important to her and is harder than it looks. Especially...

Y'all. If you've ever scrolled and thought "I must be doing this wrong" this one's for you. I keep hearing this from my students and from young adults I coach... a default fear of being behind. Behind in school, behind on moving out, behind because you took a break, behind because life happened and you had to slow down. AND... I just don't think it's true. "Behind" only makes sense if we're all ru...

Work-life balance often feels like an elusive formula- something outside of ourselves that we can’t exactly grasp, no matter how hard we try. But what if balancing life isn't about finding some universal answer, and instead, it’s about tuning into what truly matters right now? If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the quest for 'balance' or ashamed for not yet figuring out what everyone else seems to...

Summary In this reflective podcast episode, Dr. Cielle Amundson shares her journey of reevaluating her self-worth and value over the past year, catalyzed by personal family experiences. She discusses the impact of relationships on her self-perception, the societal standards that challenge her worth, and the importance of recognizing her achievements. Cielle explains how her younger selves serve as...

Summary: In this episode, Cielle shares insights about decision-making. She dives into the real struggle of self-doubt after making choices, sharing the tip that we can choose to make our decisions "right" for us in that moment, and the value of trusting past decisions. Cielle also talks about why your journey and personal growth from making decisions matter more than the final outcome, encouragin...

Summary: I know those Syllabi can be boring- and yet... the syllabus is basically a type of agreement or contract that you agree to by staying in the class. Yup- no signature required. You can also use it as the cheat code to ensure you survive (and thrive ;) in the class. I'm breaking down the parts of the syllabus I highly suggest you read and how to use it to your advantage. Spoiler: Not all cl...

Summary: The purpose of the university is to serve and enhance the lives of students. Colleges and universities are tools that can be used to pursue interests, explore possibilities, and fulfill personal curiosities- for YOU. Students- you get to approach the college experience with meeting your needs and wants. The analogy of a restaurant is used to illustrate the idea that students have the powe...

Summary In this conversation, Cielle and Brandon discuss their relationship and the concepts of independence/freedom as it pertains to their marriage. They share their first impressions of each other and talk about their journey of getting engaged, moving in together, and how to keep a long lasting relationship from not 'getting boring'. They discuss the stereotypes and societal expectations surro...

Summary: This episode focuses on being at the helm of choosing whether college is right for us right now or not, feeling really good about the choice, and how not to be disappointed by the outcome. Dr. C emphasizes the importance of choosing either as a value add towards winning this game of life that we are playing. There are various reasons why people choose college, such as pursuing a specific...

Summary In this conversation, Cielle interviews her first guest, Blake Casias-West, who was a student in her class before the pandemic. Blake shares his journey of questioning the traditional education system and ultimately deciding that college was not for him. He talks about the pressure to conform and the realization that he didn't need a degree to validate his artistic abilities. They explore...

Summary: In this episode, Cielle discusses the importance of building trust with ourselves by embracing that our thoughts, feelings, and reactions are valid and make sense. She explains that anxiety is a natural response to threat and danger, and procrastination can be a symptom of flight, freeze, fight, or fawn stress cycle responses. By understanding the root causes of our anxieties and procrast...

Summary: This conversation is about young adults leading meaningful lives, overcoming self-doubt, and creating social change. Cielle addresses common concerns of young adults, such as self-doubt, negative self-talk, fear of change, and feeling enough. She emphasizes the power young adults already have to make positive change and challenges the marginalization of young adults in society by focusing...

Summary: In this episode, Cielle explores the question of how to know what's right and how to make decisions that feel good and fulfilling. She emphasizes the importance of trusting ourselves and creating our own standards and values. Cielle shares personal anecdotes and analogies to illustrate her points, including the role of a coach in supporting and providing different perspectives. She encour...

Summary: In the first episode of the Full Send into Adulthood podcast, host Cielle introduces the podcast and shares her vision for supporting young adults in their transition into adulthood. She emphasizes the importance of discussing the challenges and struggles of adulting that are often overlooked. Cielle shares her background as a professor and coach, highlighting her passion for supporting y...