Five Year You

The Art of Finding Your Daily Joy: Small Shifts That Spark Big Smiles What if joy didn’t have to come from huge milestones, perfect circumstances, or a totally redesigned life? In this re-released episode of Five Year You , we’re talking about the simple, everyday ways you can bring more joy, meaning, and positivity into your routine. Because sometimes the smallest shifts — a treat at the end of t...

Discover an unexpected twist in personal growth that will change the way you see your relationships. Dive into a raw, relatable conversation and learn how a simple shift in mindset can lead to healing and newfound peace. Join Andrew and Kat on their journey towards the best version of themselves, and find out how a seemingly small change can make a monumental difference. Stay tuned for the surpris...

Ready to go deeper? Work with me here: https://fiveyearyou.com/coaching/ If you’ve been feeling stuck in the same conversations… like you keep venting but nothing is actually changing… like you want comfort, but also know you need movement—this episode is for you. Because here’s the truth: Sympathy can feel good in the moment. And more importantly… solutions are what help you actually move forward...

Ready to go deeper? Work with me here: https://fiveyearyou.com/coaching/ If you’ve been feeling frustrated by what isn’t working… like the hard moments mean you’re on the wrong path… like life should feel clearer, easier, or more certain—this episode is for you. Because here’s the truth: Contrast is not proof that something has gone wrong. And more importantly… it can help you see exactly what you...

Ready to go deeper? Work with me here: https://fiveyearyou.com/coaching/ If you’ve been feeling stuck… like something—or someone—is keeping you from becoming who you want to be… like you’re waiting for permission to move forward—this episode is for you. Because here’s the truth: Not everyone will understand the life you are trying to build. And more importantly… you do not need their approval to b...

Ready to go deeper? Work with us here: https://fiveyearyou.com/coaching/ If you’ve been feeling like you’re searching for something deeper… like you’re wondering why you’re here… like life should feel more meaningful than it does right now—this episode is for you. Because here’s the truth: The secret of life is usually simpler than we want it to be. And more importantly… simple does not always mea...

Loving yourself sounds simple, but for many people, it can feel confusing, uncomfortable, or even a little out of reach. In this episode, we talk about what self-love really means, why it is not the same as being selfish, and how to start building a kinder, more supportive relationship with yourself in everyday life. This conversation is a reminder that self-love is not about pretending everything...

Ready to go deeper? Work with us here: https://fiveyearyou.com/coaching/ If you’ve been feeling like life has become too serious… like every day feels repetitive and heavy… like you’ve forgotten how to genuinely play —this episode is for you. Because here’s the truth: You were never meant to live in survival mode 24/7. And more importantly… joy doesn’t have to be earned before you’re allowed to ex...

Why You Don’t Feel Good Enough So many people walk through life carrying a quiet feeling that they’re somehow falling short. Even when things look successful from the outside, there can still be an internal pressure saying “do more,” “be better,” or “you should be further ahead by now.” In this episode, Andrew and Catherine unpack why that feeling exists, where it often comes from, and how to begi...

Hosts: Andrew Dewar & Catherine Collins In this episode of Five Year You , we get real about failure, setbacks, and those moments when life just… derails. If you’ve ever asked, “Why is this happening to me?”—this conversation will help you reframe the tough moments and find meaning, strength, and even humor in the mess. 👇 Scroll for tools, timestamps, and links! ✨ What You'll Learn in This E...

5 Year You Coaching https://fiveyearyou.com/coaching/ 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...

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...

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 (a...

🧠 Episode Summary You’ve done the work. You’ve built the habits. You’ve pushed through the discomfort. So why does it still feel like you’re not fully that person yet? In this episode, we break down the final (and often hardest) step of personal growth: taking full ownership of who you’ve become. Because becoming the new version of you isn’t about doing more — it’s about deciding you already are...

If you’ve been doing the work, making changes, and still asking yourself… “What if I’m wrong?” This episode is for you. Because one of the hardest parts of growth isn’t starting — it’s staying on the path when doubt shows up. 🔗 Ready to go deeper? 👉 Coaching: https://www.fiveyearyou.com/coaching 💡 What We Talk About Why doubt shows up when you’re actually growing The myth of certainty (and why...

👉 Work with us 1:1 (Coaching): https://www.fiveyearyou.com/coaching If you’ve ever struggled to say no, felt guilty for prioritizing yourself, or found your growth slipping because of other people’s expectations… this episode is for you. Boundaries are one of the most important — and hardest — parts of becoming your future self. Because growth doesn’t stick without protection. 💡 What We Talk Abo...

Apply for Coaching: https://fiveyearyou.com Feeling anxious and need it to stop… fast? In this solo episode, Andrew breaks down exactly what’s happening in your body during anxiety — and gives you simple, practical tools to calm it down in real time. No overcomplicated strategies. No “just think positive” advice. Just real, science-backed ways to regulate your nervous system and feel better quickl...

How to Stop Spiraling We’ve all been there. You say something awkward… You replay a conversation over and over… You start imagining worst-case scenarios… And before you know it, your brain is running a full disaster movie. In this episode, we’re talking about what spiraling really is, why your brain does it, and how to stop it before it takes over your entire day. how-to-stop-spiraling If you’ve e...

Episode Overview You decided to grow. You set goals. You changed habits. You started becoming the next version of yourself. And then… the people around you got uncomfortable. In this episode, Andrew and Cat talk about what happens when the people closest to you don’t support your growth — and why this is one of the hardest (and most normal) parts of personal development. If you’ve ever felt misund...

You started strong. You were motivated. You were clear on who you wanted to become. And then… it got uncomfortable. In this episode, Andrew and Cat walk through what actually happens after the excitement of change fades — when reality hits, resistance shows up, and consistency feels harder than you expected. This is the messy middle. If you’re building your Five Year You and feel like quitting, th...

Most people think they need more discipline to build better habits — but in this episode, Andrew and Cat explain why habits actually work best when they’re aligned with identity , not willpower. This conversation breaks habits into five simple, powerful categories that support your nervous system, protect your energy, build self-trust, and reinforce who you’re becoming. Instead of overwhelming rou...

In this episode, Andrew and Cat explore why habits aren’t really about discipline, motivation, or willpower — they’re about identity . Instead of white-knuckling routines or beating yourself up when habits don’t stick, this conversation reframes habits as small, daily votes for the person you’re becoming. If you’ve ever wondered why you keep falling off routines you want to maintain, this episode...

In this episode, Andrew and Catherine dive into one of the most common (and confusing) questions people face during personal growth: Who am I actually becoming? If you feel like something needs to change but you can’t quite name what, you’re not broken — you’re lacking clarity, not motivation. This conversation walks through how to identify the quiet clues your future self is already giving you, h...

Hosts: Andrew Dewar & Catherine Collins Episode Overview Reinvention doesn’t have to mean blowing up your life, burning bridges, or starting from zero. In this episode, Andrew and Catherine talk about how real, sustainable change actually happens — slowly, intentionally, and with respect for the life you’ve already built. If you’ve ever felt called to become a new version of yourself but feare...

Absolutely — here are podcast-formatted show notes for “Why Starting Over Feels So Scary” , using your classic Five Year You podcast format (clean headings, readable sections, perfect for Apple Podcasts / Spotify / website). Five Year You Podcast Episode Title: Why Starting Over Feels So Scary Hosts: Andrew Dewar & Cat Collins EPISODE OVERVIEW Starting over sounds inspiring… until you actually...