Kimberley Chitando
Life Lessons with Kim
Hey there! In your late teens to early 20s and need a lift? You’re in the right place! Join me, Kim, as we dive into the ups and downs of navigating life, from university struggles and building friendships to navigating relationships and launching your career. Whether you're juggling adulting, chasing dreams, or just trying to enjoy the ride, let’s connect and grow together while making the most of every moment. Tune in for relatable stories, practical advice, and a little inspiration to keep you going! 🤍
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Kimberley Chitando
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Latest episode
Mar 21, 2025
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Episodes
Back to Me : Balancing Work, Rest & Personal Growth 21.03.2025 13:43
Feeling stuck after the holidays or post-uni life? Same. This episode is all about getting back on track—balancing work, rest, and personal growth while figuring things out. Let’s talk burnout, fitness, self-care, and embracing the journey. Tune in for a real and honest chat! 💫✨
Q4 Wrap-Up: Growth, God’s Timing & What I’ve Been Up To 31.01.2025 16:57
Girllll, I’m backkkk! 🎉 Life after uni has been a whole thing . From navigating jobs, graduation, and big lessons like “faith without works is dead,” to my not-so-restful six weeks in Zim, it’s been a whirlwind. I’m also sharing my vision for this podcast and how I want it to be a space of purpose and mentorship for women like me figuring out life in their 20s. Let’s catch up, reflect, and get re...
Making the Most of Your Unemployment Era 🌟 15.11.2024 39:26
Unemployment hits different, especially when you’re navigating visa struggles and trying to figure out life in a new country. In this episode, I'm breaking down how to turn this tough season into a time for growth, self-care, and finding purpose. I’ll discuss dealing with comparison, trusting the process, and celebrating others’ wins while staying hopeful for your own. This isn’t just a setback—it...
Roots and Routes: Navigating Life in the Diaspora with Tendai 18.10.2024 1:57:09
YAPPERS UNITE! Buckle up—this episode is a bit longer than usual, but trust us, it’s worth every minute. We're giving you an unfiltered look into our deep conversation with Tendai about the diaspora experience. We dive into everything from migration patterns to balancing new cultures with old roots, navigating Western spaces, and the complexities of identity when you're far from home. Tendai share...
24 and Reflecting: An Honest Life Update 04.10.2024 28:51
After a break, I'm finally back! In this episode, I’m catching you up on where I’ve been, finishing uni, and dealing with the weird post-grad blues. It’s a casual chat about what life’s been like lately and what’s next for me and the podcast. Nothing too deep, just a real catch-up. Let’s get into it!
Loneliness in Your 20s and Navigating it with Purpose 28.02.2024 27:28
Soooo this episode is very vulnerable and very honest...it will probably make you laugh, cry but most importantly reflect. I discuss the most common ups and downs of adulting - choosing your own path, and the loneliness that comes with it. I'm a girl's girl through and through so instead of begrudgingly going through this season I have decided to lean into it and embrace where I am at. If...
Catch Up : An Honest Conversation 14.02.2024 18:17
Join me for a candid and heartfelt catch-up episode where I dive into an honest conversations about life recently. Tune in as I reflect on recent experiences, share personal insights, and explore topics that have been on my mind. Get ready for an authentic and uplifting exchange that celebrates the beauty of genuine connection and reminds you that you're not alone.
The Identity Series : The Art of Pivoting ft Tatenda Madondo 28.11.2023 50:00
On this episode I have on of my honorary big sisters Tatenda! Listen in on our conversation around the art of pivoting, changing careers, relationship advice and much more. I honestly really enjoyed this and it felt more like a regualr conversation her and I would share. Hope you enjoy and you can catch Tatenda on : IG : @tatenda.writes !
Growing Pains 08.11.2023 24:29
I'm backkkk! I'm in better space where I feel like I can create again so here goes! It's a quick catch-up with me epsiode and I can't wait to get back into the game! I hope you enjoy! P.S Thank you for listening to my episodes whilst I've been away :)
The Friendship Series : Getting Through Our 20s Together ft Angela and Panashe 06.09.2023 1:07:22
On this episode, I am joined by my besties Angie and Pana my longtime friends. In this episode, we discuss how we maintain our friendships despite living in different cities and countries, romantic relationships, how family dynamics change, and lastly our relationship with ourselves. I really hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did recording it and don't forget to let me know what you th...
The Book Series : A Review of 'Taking Up Space' by Chelsea Kwakye and Ore Ogunbiyi 30.08.2023 50:08
Here goes nothing...but my FIRST book review ! This week's episode focuses on the ' Black Girl's Manifesto for Change - Taking Up Space' by Chelsea Kwakye and Ore Ogunbiyi. I genuinely believe that every black girl who is about to go to university, is in university or has graduated needs to read this! It is a book that has a lot of material that equips you with words for certain si...
Reflections & Renewal: From Graduation Blues to Friendship Hues and Embracing New Beginnings! 02.08.2023 29:26
So this is a follow-up to my last episode, we are coming full circle people! It's been a very hectic weekend and my voice is a bit hoarse but I hope you enjoy my honest and transparent opinion on the chaos of your 20s. In this episode I discuss graduation blues, changing dynamics between my parents and I, the changes in friendships, updates in my romantic relationship, and personal growth! The...
The Identity Series : Transition and Uncertainty 12.07.2023 28:38
I'm back on my zoom! This episode is inspired by the current changes that I am experiencing in my life - very scary and very humbling but I think its normal for people in their early 20s to be growing and going through. There's a line in Andy Mineo's song Uncomfortable that reads 'comfort be the thing that'll make a king fall' and I honestly believe that growth does not occ...
The Friendship Series: Inheriting Your Friend's 'Enemies' ft Rahema and Christina 17.05.2023 38:33
This one is a bit controversial but it needed to be said! Christina, Rahema and I discuss the touchy subject of staying friends with people who may not necessarily get along and the nuanced stance that often needs to be taken or at least considered. Disclaimer: The podcast episodes are based on our opinions and experiences, it's natural to have differing opinions! Feel free to share them with...
The Mental Health Series: Emotional Vulnerability 03.05.2023 27:57
After a long break I'm backkkk! In this episode I discuss emotional vulnerability and dealing with negative emotions. My episodes are largely based on how I perceive situations and go through life generally and this is one of them. I hope you enjoy and do not forget that it is okay to be vulnerable! Reach out to your community you're not alone <3
The Identity Series: Our University Experience as POC Women in a PWI ft. Sally and Christina 29.03.2023 1:00:52
Here's to not getting cancelled! 🥂 On this episode I have my lovely friends Sally and Chris and we speak about our uni experience as POC women navigating education, opportunities, social life and dating at a majority white institution. I hope you enjoy the episode and feel free to message me and share your experiences! It's a safe space over here <3
The Relationship Series : Settling in Relationships ft Nyasha Chelsea 22.03.2023 35:54
Hello, guess who's back! Today I am with my day one Nyasha, we reflect and discuss settling in romantic relationships. We cover the aspects of culture, peer pressure and insecurities that often lead to women settling for less than they deserve. Nyasha and I are based in different countries and we recorded through the SpotifyforPodcasters app for the first time! So please be kind when it comes...
The Identity Series : Letting Go of Academic Validation 19.03.2023 18:43
Guess who's back!! Thank you so much for over 600 plays I appreciate it so much! This episode is about letting go of academic validation which can be really difficult when it's something you have grown up with and it is a big part of your identity. I unpack some of the ways that I have tried to deal with it and it has been through understanding that this life is meant to be lived (and to ach...
The Friendship Series : Friendship Break Ups ft. Rahema 15.02.2023 34:28
The podcast is back with another feature - one of my closest friends, ride or die, and my homegirl <3 - Rahema. In this episode, we discuss friendship breakups, a very painful but common thing that happens during your early 20s. We discuss what we think causes them, how to navigate through the pain, and what we've learnt from the demise of such relationships. I hope you enjoy this episode...
The Identity Series : Finding Independence 08.02.2023 19:01
Welcome back to another episode! This episode is about how to establish/assert your independence within different relationships in your life be it family, friendships or romantic relationships. I hope this short episode helps you realise some of your personal goals and you enjoyed it.
The Body Series : A Plus-Size Perspective ft. Charity 01.02.2023 42:06
This has to be one of my fave episodes ( you can tell by the length). I was joined by the lovely Charity - a friend, a confidant and is just THAT gworrl. In this episode we discuss our experiences being plus size from our love life, race, fitness and everything in-between! I hope you enjoy, and to all my plus size girlies out there - I gotchu! <3
A New Year Refresh 25.01.2023 16:53
This episode is a bit more personal and it's about my past year and the growth that I have experienced as a person. I hope that you find some relevance and inspiration in this episode!
A Brother's Take ft. Nyasha 10.01.2023 26:54
On this episode I am joined by one of my older brothers - Nyasha! He is someone that I have always looked up to and I'm glad that he has taken the time to share the advice he finds important for your 20s. In this episode we discuss our relationship as siblings, comparison with peers, friendships, relationships and making the most of your 20s. I hope you enjoy!
Cancel Culture : The Obsession with Wokeism 04.01.2023 20:35
Cancel Culture is so prevalent in these current times and has served as a public good by making sure that people of high status are held accountable. This often reminds us that they are human too; however, an extremist element does come with it, and I think it is important to take a balanced approach. I hope you enjoy my take.
The Importance of Rest 21.12.2022 20:59
Finding a life balance and/or time to make sure I am allowing myself to be human has been really hard for me for most of my life. However, it took a a stressful year that almost led me into a burnout that changed my perspective. It's important to find a balance that allows you to rest and to treat yourself with grace. Hope you enjoy!
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