Emily Astley
The 20's Survival Guide
The 20's Survival Guide is a podcast designed to comfort, entertain, and inspire those navigating the drama, chaos and freedom of their twenties. Each solo episode feels like an exclusive catch up with your best friend, while other episodes include young entrepreneurs and creatives who are figuring it out in real time, sharing stories, lessons and advice for anyone trying to do the same. If you are looking for advice on how to improve your 20s, a comforting DMC with a best friend, or an inspiring chat from some talented entrepreneurs, you're in the right place :) Instagram: @_20ssurvivalguid...
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Emily Astley
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Jan 28, 2026
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Episodes
How To Get Out Of A Rut 28.01.2026 25:15
Send us Fan Mail Are you bored, or are you stuck? This episode is your guide to figuring out whether life has just slowed down for a moment, or whether you’ve fallen into a rut that needs a shake up. This week we deliver real talk about feeling uninspired in your 20's, going through the motions, and having that feeling of 'is this is really it'. We get into all the signs, and the...
How To Protect Your Peace From Negative People (TB) 24.12.2025 21:29
Send us Fan Mail Now that we’re heading toward the end of the year, I think it’s the perfect time to reflect on the people we spend the most time around (especially those whose negativity can quietly affect us without us realising). In this episode, I talk about how to recognise negative behaviour, the impact it can have on your mindset over time, and how we can protect our energy. I also share th...
How To Know If You Have ADHD - Myths, Symptoms And Coping Tips For Your 20s (TB) 10.12.2025 24:24
Send us Fan Mail Do you struggle to stay focused on important projects or find yourself making impulsive decisions you later regret? This week, we’re revisiting an old but favourite episode, where we discuss exactly that. In a world where attention is treated like currency, staying on task can feel impossible, but struggling to focus every now and then doesn’t necessarily mean something is “wrong”...
Why The 9-5 Isn't As Bad As You Think (Ft. Leah) 03.12.2025 32:33
Send us Fan Mail This week, we’re joined by Leah (@thatyoungprofessional) to talk about how to make the most of your 9-5 and your life outside of it in your 20s. We get into why social media loves to hate the 9-5 (and what it gets wrong), how to actually negotiate the salary or promotion you deserve, and how to stay ahead in the current hot mess of a job market, thanks to AI, uncertainty, and a lo...
How to Make Exercise a Habit in Your 20's (and stick with it) (TB) 19.11.2025 24:16
Send us Fan Mail Since winter has hit us like a bus this week, and leaving the house to brave the cold now requires some serious mental preparation, I thought it was the perfect time to talk about building the habit of exercising (even when it feels absolutely arctic outside). This week, we’re bringing back a solo session all about why it’s so important to establish an exercise routine in our 20s....
How to Break The Doom Scroll Cycle 12.11.2025 22:18
Send us Fan Mail Ever told yourself, “ I’m just going to take a quick break ” and then looked up an hour later, deep in the doom scroll? Between Instagram reels, endless notifications, and that creeping guilt of “where did my time go?”, it’s easy to feel stuck in a loop. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m sharing a low-maintenance guide to doom-scrolling less without c...
How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others (A 5 Step Guide) (TB) 05.11.2025 15:45
Send us Fan Mail Do you find yourself comparing your life or career to the people around you and those on social media? The good news is that this is totally normal! But that doesn't make it any easier. In this week's solo episode, we are discussing why we are all so susceptible to comparison and 5 tips that you can use to help you shift your mindset away from comparing yourself to tho...
How to Be Fit Without Making It Your Personality in Your 20s (Ft Motivate With Maria) 21.10.2025 37:12
Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt like the world of sports and fitness has shifted from being about health and connection to constant competition and pressure? Like if you start running, people immediately expect you to sign up for a marathon? This week, we’re joined by 22 year old rugby player and content creator Maria, known on Instagram as @MotivateWithMaria . Maria opens up about her journey...
12 Signs You’re Doing BETTER Than You Think in Your 20s (TB) 14.10.2025 26:22
Send us Fan Mail Do you ever catch yourself feeling behind, or guilty that you aren't at your best version of yourself yet? The good news is that this is so normal, and sometimes you need a reminder that you are actually doing much better than you think. In this episode, we discuss and go into detail of 12 signs that show you you are doing much better than you think in your 20's! If y...
Five Mindset Shifts for Mental Fitness in Your 20s 07.10.2025 18:55
Send us Fan Mail A strange little Saturday exercise, eyes closed, three mystery bottles, a friend with a case of flower drops, turned into a mirror I didn’t know I needed. I walk you through the mindset shift that followed, then break down five practical lessons that have reshaped my week and steadied my year. Since mental fitness is just as important as physical fitness, I knew we HAD to have a...
Why Female Friendships Matter More Than You Think (Ft Amy Launder) 30.09.2025 45:36
Send us Fan Mail This week, we invited creator Amy Launder to come on and spill the tea that we need to hear. From run club culture and how to go alone, to being extremely vulnerable on social media and starting out on Instagram, all the way to her recent break-up from her long-term relationship which she has started vlogging about on social media. Throughout all of this, we discuss the importanc...
How Worrying Less Can Help You Achieve More 23.09.2025 21:43
Send us Fan Mail Worry can silently destroy your twenties. As a self-proclaimed chronic worrier, I've spent countless hours fretting over everything from lunch choices to life-changing decisions, only to realize how much precious time this habit steals from us. This episode dives deep into why we worry so excessively in our twenties. From decision making to fear of wasted potential, to compar...
How to Survive the ‘What Are You Doing With Your Life?’ Question 16.09.2025 23:23
Send us Fan Mail What's the deal with everyone asking what you're doing with your life when you have no clue yourself? Emily welcomes back her best friend Ellie to discuss the reality behind the social media-fueled side hustle culture that makes us feel inadequate if we're not maximising every aspect of our lives. Ellie hilariously recounts almost convincing herself to invest in p...
How to Get Rid of Post Summer Blues 09.09.2025 18:40
Send us Fan Mail We have reached that dreaded moment where September has commenced and we have to face that summer might just be behind us... Pub gardens, warm evening walks, and crisp Aperol Spritz's might not hit the same, and that's okay! The transition from summer to autumn affects countless people, sometimes triggering what feels like full-blown seasonal depression. Drawing from pe...
The 4 Personality Types Everyone Should Know Before 30 22.07.2025 19:39
Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder why some people thrive under pressure while others shut down? Or why your laid-back friend drives your Type A brain insane? In this episode, we break down the four classic personality types: Type A, B, C, and D, and how they show up in real life. From friendships to the workplace, knowing these patterns can help you communicate better, avoid unnecessary conflict, and...
The Power Of Saying No - And Meaning It 15.07.2025 19:49
Send us Fan Mail That simple two-letter word, 'no', might be the most powerful tool you're not using enough in your twenties. But what's the real cost of saying yes to everything? This episode unpacks how to reframe "no" as an act of self-respect rather than rejection, and provides practical approaches to declining requests confidently: the direct no, the kind no, th...
The Struggle of Job Searching in Your 20s 08.07.2025 26:05
Send us Fan Mail Job hunting in your twenties is an emotional rollercoaster filled with rejection fatigue, imposter syndrome, and the pressure to compete in an oversaturated job market. And somehow we're all supposed to do it with a smile on our face? In a stage of your life where uncertainty is the norm, it's hard to figure out if you should pursue something you are passionate about or...
Summer FOMO: How to Not Stress About Missing Out 01.07.2025 18:15
Send us Fan Mail Summer FOMO hits particularly hard as everyone seems to be living their best life while you may be stuck at work or feeling left out. There's an unspoken pressure to maximise every sunlit moment and this stigma that if you're not going on at least one 'girls trip', you're not making the most of your summer. In this week's episode, we explore why compa...
What Would You Tell Your Teen Self If You Could Go Back? 24.06.2025 24:23
Send us Fan Mail What would you tell your younger self if you could go back in time? This episode is a letter to my younger self, what I would tell her if I could go back in time with the life experience I have now. And if it applies to me, it may very well have applied to you too. This episode also serves as a reminder that wherever you are in your journey right now is exactly where you need to...
Being The Single Friend And Learning To Love It 17.06.2025 29:20
Send us Fan Mail Have you watched your social media fill with couples photos on Valentine's Day and felt like you wanted to chuck your phone out the window? I get it. But being single can provide you with some of the best years of your life. From learning what you truly want in relationships to having the freedom to pursue career goals without compromise, being the single friend can come with...
The Role You Didn't Know You Were Playing In Your Friendship Group 10.06.2025 16:37
Send us Fan Mail Friendships in your twenties is a whole different beast than it was in school. We’re growing, healing, working, moving, dating and so much more. And our friendships either stretch with us… or snap. We’re talking about those invisible roles we all end up playing in our friendships, the ones we didn’t exactly sign up for. Are you the therapist friend? The one who plans everything? T...
How to Deal With Body Image Anxiety Whilst Heading into Summer 03.06.2025 23:39
Send us Fan Mail Summer is on our doorstep and I can't be the only one who couldn't be happier! But with summer, comes bikinis and shorts and sometimes even body image anxiety. The good news is this is really common! But it is something we shouldn't have to experience or allow it to ruin our precious summer memories. In this week's episode, we are discussing why we face body...
How to Actually Find Your Passion in Your 20's 27.05.2025 20:21
Send us Fan Mail Finding your passion is a gradual process that happens through curiosity, exploration, and trial and error. Not a sudden lightbulb moment that defines your identity overnight. Most people don't wake up knowing exactly what they're meant to do, and that's completely normal as your twenties are meant to be a decade of figuring it out rather than knowing it all! If y...
10 Things You're Supposed to be Confused About in You're 20's 20.05.2025 26:48
Send us Fan Mail Your 20s can feel like a chaotic mix of ambition, uncertainty, and the constant pressure to "have it all figured out." Sometimes you might feel confused whilst everybody around you looks like they know what they're doing. In this episode, we're breaking down 10 things that are totally normal to be confused about. From careers and relationships to identity, mon...
The Ultimate Summer Bucket List: Things Every 20-Something Should Do 13.05.2025 19:43
Send us Fan Mail Are you ready to make this summer the best one yet? You might have work, or other commitments, but that doesn't have to stop you, it just means you have to be more intentional about your plans. In this week's episode, I have created the ULTIMATE summer bucket list with 8 top ways you can make the most of your 2025 summer. And don't worry, none of these are basic i...
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