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Here's The Thing: A Beginner's Guide to Adulting
Hosted by Wendy Kimber · EN
Welcome to Here’s the Thing, a weekly podcast for young adults who want to make their “Decade of Decision” a little more dazzling and a little less disastrous. As a certified life coach with a passion for helping young adults, I teach bite sized concepts you can practice right away, to help you make sense of the world around you as you figure out how to live life as an adult- the absolute best stage yet!
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Ep.49 Stop Talking Yourself Out of Success
Jan 700:11:51Tap to summarizeDo you ever get this close to doing something good for yourself—then suddenly talk yourself out of it?In this episode, we’re diving into why we self-sabotage, why your brain resists change even when you want to grow, and how to stop breaking promises to yourself. If you’ve ever struggled with motivation, discipline, or follow-through, this conversation is for you.You’ll learn:Why your brain is wired to seek comfort, avoid discomfort, and conserve energyHow negative self-talk quietly talks you out of successWhy motivation doesn’t come first—action doesHow keeping small promises builds real confidence and self-trustSimple tools to interrupt overthinking and self-doubtWhy your identity plays a huge role in habits, goals, and follow-throughWe’ll also touch on practical mindset tools like the 5 Second Rule taught by Mel Robbins and how changing your physical and mental state—an idea often taught by Tony Robbins—can help you shift out of self-sabotage in real time.If you’re a young adult navigating goals, routines, school, work, or big life transitions—and you’re tired of talking yourself out of becoming who you want to be—this episode will help you start showing up differently.Because success isn’t about being perfect or fearless.It’s about keeping the promises that matter most—even when it’s hard, even when no one’s watching.💬 Let’s Connect!📸 Follow me on Instagram: @wendykimbercoaching📩 Sign up for my free newsletter The Coach’s Corner for weekly mindset tools and coaching tips: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/180070...🎧 Listen to the full podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or watch on my YouTube channel @WendyKimberCoaching.🎧 Perfect for listeners interested in: personal growth, mindset coaching, motivation, self-discipline, confidence building, breaking bad habits, goal setting, and self-trust.If this episode resonates, be sure to follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who needs this reminder today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Ep.48 2026: A River Expedition!
Dec 3100:11:23Tap to summarizeAs we head into a new year, life doesn’t slow down—and neither does time. In this New Year’s episode, we’re talking about how to stop drifting and start navigating your life with intention using goals that actually work.If you’re between 18 and 28 and feeling the weight of big decisions—career, relationships, health, faith, finances—this episode is for you. I walk you through why this season of life matters so much, why goals aren’t just checklists, and how to think forward instead of letting your past define your future.Using a simple (and memorable) river analogy, we break down the SMART goal system in a way that feels practical, encouraging, and realistic—especially if you’ve ever struggled to stick with goals or felt discouraged when results didn’t show up right away.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why life keeps moving whether you set goals or notHow goals give direction in your “Decade of Decision”What SMART goals really mean (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-Bound)Why your brain resists change—and how to work with it instead of against itHow to stay motivated when progress feels slowHow to choose goals that align with your values and season of lifeThis conversation will help you stop floating through another year and start steering toward the future you actually want—without burnout, perfectionism, or pressure.🎯 Your challenge: Choose one area of your life, set one small SMART goal, write it down, and keep rowing—even when results aren’t immediate.Happy New Year, friend. Here’s to a year full of intention, growth, and meaningful progress.💬 Let’s Connect!Comment below: What thought did you catch today, and what did you shift it to?✨ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if this episode helped you reframe your day!📩 Sign up for my free newsletter The Coach’s Corner for weekly mindset tools and coaching tips: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/180070...📸 Follow me on Instagram: @wendykimbercoaching🎧 Listen to the full podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or watch on my YouTube channel @WendyKimberCoaching.#PodcastForYoungAdults #PersonalGrowthPodcast #MindsetPodcast #LifeAdvicePodcast #SelfDevelopment #LifeCoachingPodcast #GoalSettingPodcast #GrowthMindset Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Ep.26 When Life Doesn’t Go As Planned
Jul 30, 202500:11:19Tap to summarizeAs young adults, you are making lots of decisions, all the time. You are working to try to lineup interviews, school, apartments, relationships, and everything else! But sometimes, even with all your hard work, things don’t go according to plan. What do you do when that happens?This week, I give you a strategy anyone can use in that exact situation. Join us, and find out how to stay in the game when life throws you a curveball! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Ep.25 Planes, Trains and Automobiles
Jul 23, 202500:10:28Tap to summarizeHave you ever been on a trip that went wrong? Whether it was the transportation or the people you were with, it’s so easy to get frustrated with traveling!On this week’s episode, I share some information about your travel mindset that will be sure to make your next trip or vacation absolutely stellar! Join us this week and learn about some small shifts you can make in your thinking, that will completely take your travels to the next level! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Ep.24 Our World, our Brains, and our Weight
Jul 16, 202500:10:34Tap to summarizeAre you aware of how our modern food environment is affecting you? Having all kinds of food available at all times might sound like a great thing, but if you are battling your weight, abundant food can be a challenge! This week, you’ll become aware of a couple of truths about food in our country. I also give you some simple tools to manage the way you eat. If weight loss is your goal, I’m here with you every step of the way! https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/benjamin-bikman/the-plagues-of-prosperity/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Ep.23 How Do You Know You're In Love?
Jul 9, 202500:09:00Tap to summarizeWhether you’re a romantic, or a bit of a skeptic, sooner or later you might find yourself asking this question. This week, I give you a list of seven characteristics a relationship will have if you’re truly in love. Ready to find out? Jump in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Ep.22 So…Tell Me What You Want, What You Really Really Want!
Jul 3, 202500:09:12Tap to summarizeHave you noticed that little kids always know what they want? They tell their parents all the time- “I want that!” But when you ask a grown up what they want, the most common answer is “I don’t know.” Do you know what you want? In this episode, you’ll learn how to start identifying your true desires, and how to use them as a roadmap for your life. Are you ready? Let’s go! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Ep.21 Well It's About Time
Jun 26, 202500:09:49Tap to summarizeTime is the one thing every person on the earth has the exact same amount of each day. Your 24 hours today is the exact same amount as the King of England’s, or the President of the United States. In today’s episode, I offer you a mindset about time that makes it easy to put together your To-Do lists! Join us, and learn what “time management” really means! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Ep.20 "Becoming" On Purpose
Jun 18, 202500:10:17Tap to summarizeAt your stage of life, you’re hearing a lot of talk about Goals. Everyone is asking about yours, and you are in the middle of all that goes with achieving them. Have you stopped to realize who you are becoming as you are checking things off your life’s list? This week, join me on Here’s the Thing, and experience a mind blowing shift in your perspective! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Ep.19 Being Strong in The Storm
Jun 11, 202500:11:52Tap to summarizeI don’t know if you’ve noticed, but life can be really intense! As an adult, how can you strengthen your emotional resilience? This week on the podcast, I give you a quick reference guide you can use immediately to help you cope. Listen in, and walk away with an entire kit of tools that will help you for the rest of your life. You can do this! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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