Voice notes from Bhav

Your 20s can feel confusing, lonely, and overwhelming like everyone else has life figured out and you’re still trying to find your way. In this episode, I share the gentle truths I wish someone had told me earlier. About feeling behind, outgrowing people, being alone, resting without guilt, loving yourself, and trusting your own journey. This is a warm, cozy voice note for anyone who’s trying thei...

Moving abroad doesn’t change you overnight! it changes you quietly. In this episode of Voice Notes from Bhav, I share how I stopped over-explaining my choices, my boundaries, and my growth. From struggling with friendships and feeling naive, to learning to trust myself, set boundaries, walk away from draining energy, and choose clarity over approval. If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly just...

A single flight back to India changed more than I expected. From surprising my family and soaking in Amma’s cooking, to quiet moments with my grandma, chaotic café catch-ups with friends, my first IG meetup, and a 16-hour travel plot twist this trip brought me back to myself in the softest way. If you’ve ever lived away from home or needed a reminder of how loved you really are, this episode will...

Missed a week, but came back with a reminder we all need. Between work, errands, gym, cats, and content .. ran myself down trying to keep up with everything. In this episode, I talk about how easy it is to lose balance when you’re living abroad and doing life solo… and how I found my way back by slowing down, remembering my dad’s words, and giving myself permission to pause. Because hustle is good...

Everyone talks about the “soft life” calm mornings, cozy coffee, slow days. But when you’re juggling a full-time job, creating content, going to the gym, taking care of your cats, and figuring out life abroad… it’s not always that simple. In this episode, I get real about what the soft life actually looks like for me, the messy days, the small wins, the cozy moments in between. It’s not picture-pe...

Red flags get all the attention, but what about the green flags? In this episode, I share my favorite little signs of genuine friendships and relationships from friends who check in when you’re feeling off, to those who let you cancel plans without guilt, and even friends who send memes instead of long texts (my favorite!). Join me as we celebrate the people who quietly make life brighter and wort...

In this episode of Voice Notes from Bhav, we dive into The Art of Being Disliked. It’s a tough topic, but it’s one that holds so much power and freedom. I share my personal experiences with rejection & how it made me question myself and how I learned to accept that not everyone is going to like me. Rejection doesn’t mean there’s anything wrong with you.. it’s just part of life. Tune in as we t...

Living abroad can be exciting, but it can also be lonely! especially during festivals or when friends move away. In this episode, I share my journey of coping with loneliness in the UK, from quiet streets and awkward solo grocery trips to building confidence through solo dates, gym workouts, and journaling. Even with friends or loved ones, it’s important to carve out time for yourself. I talk abou...

Becoming My Own Best Friend Moving abroad taught me the importance of self-love. In this episode, I share how navigating friendships and loneliness helped me discover the most powerful connection of all..the one with myself.

In this very first episode of Voice Notes from Bhav, I’m taking you back to the beginning of my journey.. why I decided to move abroad to the UK and what those first few days here really felt like. From the excitement of packing my life into a couple of suitcases, to the chaos of adjusting to a new culture, weather, and lifestyle, I’m sharing the highs, the struggles, and the little wins that shap...

Hi, I’m Bhav! I’m sharing a little about myself and my journey as an immigrant woman living abroad for the past seven years. I’ll talk about the everyday moments, the small wins, the challenges, and why I started this podcast to share my experiences in hope of helping someone out there feel less alone. Think of this as a cozy chat with a friend. connect with me on instagram - @bhavanachowdaryy