Turning 30 Podcast

REAL TALK: Why Our Thirties Can Be Lonely and What We Can Do About It

There’s no denying it, being in your thirties can be a lonely time. 
Priorities and focuses have shifted from your twenties and your social life has evolved over the past years. 
Your friends are at different life stages, those around you are busy on their own paths.
The result? We feel more lonely than before. 
In this week’s solo podcast episode, we’re diving into why our thirties can feel lonely and how to combat that loneliness. And the episode may surprise you- as it’s not all about ‘putting yourself out there’ to meet new friends. 
In the episode I share my own personal journey of experiencing an extreme period of loneliness, how I overcame it, how you can use your mind and coaching tools to work on your loneliness ‘narrative’ and some tips for how to make more meaningful connections. 
Don’t forget to subscribe to my new YouTube channel to receive exclusive videos including monthly YouTube Q&As that won’t be available on the podcast. Go and check T30 out on IG and help us grow our community! 
To celebrate the new season of the podcast, my Next Chapter Course is currently on sale for $99 AND for the whole month of November, if you sign up you will also get FREE access to my exclusive ‘How to have better friendships in your thirties’ mini-course worth $66.  
 
The Next Chapter course is my coaching foundations course, and it is the perfect way to dip your toe into the coaching world and see if it is something you want to know more about. 
 
It includes access to 4 coaching workshops (each worth over $200!), 14 x self-study videos on coaching concepts, a 100-page workbook and my exclusive Next Chapter Facebook Community.
 
Register here: https://www.turning30coach.com/the-next-chapter 
 
Connect with me
Instagram: @turning30coach / www.instagram.com/turning30coach 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/t30coach
Website: www.turning30coach.com
Email me your questions: emma@coachingwithemma.com
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Turning 30 and Age Anxiety, Fear of Growing up and How to Overcome it to Enjoy Your Thirties

Today we’re covering something that is central to my mission as a life coach focusing on helping individuals feel better about their age: – age anxiety. This is a topic that so many of us experience as we transition from our twenties into our thirties and we experience the reality of ‘growing older, entering a new phase of life and really facing the societal pressures of becoming an adult and everything that comes along with that. 
 
For some of us this feeling is sudden and happens at the turn of a big birthday or as our birthday approaches, yet for many of us this is a background anxiety that gets heightened. 
 
In this solo episode I am sharing my thoughts on the reason we experience anxiety at this age, how I personally experienced aging anxiety over the years, and how we can cope with this and take control of our anxiety and even use it to our advantage to make the most of our thirties. 
 
Topics that I cover include the ‘instruction manual’ we hold ourselves accountable to in our thirties, the existential fears that can crop up as we age and see our parents growing older and experiencing loss, the part that society and popular culture plays in convincing women of their impending value drop due to growing older and more. 
Don’t forget to subscribe to my new YouTube channel to receive exclusive videos including monthly YouTube Q&As that won’t be available on the podcast. Go and check T30 out on IG and help us grow our community! 
To celebrate the new season of the podcast, my Next Chapter Course is currently on sale for $99 AND for the whole month of November, if you sign up you will also get FREE access to my exclusive ‘How to have better friendships in your thirties’ mini-course worth $66.  
 
The Next Chapter course is my coaching foundations course, and it is the perfect way to dip your toe into the coaching world and see if it is something you want to know more about. 
 
It includes access to 4 coaching workshops (each worth over $200!), 14 x self-study videos on coaching concepts, a 100-page workbook and my exclusive Next Chapter Facebook Community.
 
Register here: https://www.turning30coach.com/the-next-chapter 
 
We talk about:
[0:00] Intro
[3:10] What is age anxiety
[7:00] The birthday hole
[8:40] Why is 30 the number we dread?
[9:55] The expectations we have by certain ages
[10:55] The age of marriage getting higher
[12:00] How pop culture influence our perception of reality
[13:35] The external pressures of movies and TV shows that we're 'doing something wrong'
[15:20] How confusion induces this anxiety
[16:20] The fear of being older
[22:30] Finding acceptance for where we are in life
[27:55] Women growing 'less valuable' over time
Connect with me
Instagram: @turning30coach / www.instagram.com/turning30coach 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/t30coach
Website: www.turning30coach.com
Email me your questions: emma@coachingwithemma.com
If you loved this episode please subscribe to the Turning 30 Podcast on whichever platform you are listening on and rate us five stars!

Turning 30 and How to Have Less Painful Periods Ft Dinara Mukh

Three years of the turning 30 podcast which is listened to by a predominantly female audience, and only now are we talking about periods- so the question is, why are we so shy to speak about it? Why is this a topic that is so crucial to our everyday lives, but we so often neglect educating ourselves around it. 
 
In this episode, period and hormone expert Dinara Mukh joins me to talk about why this topic is so taboo, and also so important.
 
Dinara is a period and hormone expert, who discusses the importance of understanding and managing our menstrual cycle and hormonal balance in a holistic manner. We talk about how hormonal fluctuations through the menstrual cycle can impact a woman's moods and energy levels, and how understanding this can allow women to plan their schedules more effectively. 
 
Most importantly, we dive into why your periods do not need to be painful and to affect your life, and Dinara shares with us how you can minimize your period pain and take control of your cycle. 
 
We also cover misconceptions about menstrual pain, the contraceptive pill, the impact of our diet and lifestyle on our cycles, and a general step-by-step explanation of the menstrual cycle. 
 
Don’t forget to subscribe to my new YouTube channel to receive exclusive videos including monthly YouTube Q&As that won’t be available on the podcast. Go and check T30 out on IG and help us grow our community! 
 
To celebrate the new season of the podcast, my Next Chapter Course is currently on sale for $99 AND for the whole month of November, if you sign up you will also get FREE access to my exclusive ‘How to have better friendships in your thirties’ mini-course. 
 
The Next Chapter course is my coaching foundations course, and it is the perfect way to dip your toe into the coaching world and see if it is something you want to know more about. 
 
It includes access to 4 coaching workshops (each worth over $200!), 14 x self-study videos on coaching concepts, a 100-page workbook and my exclusive Next Chapter Facebook Community.
 
Register here: https://www.turning30coach.com/the-next-chapter 
 
We talk about:
[0:00] Intro
[7:40] Why periods are such a taboo topic
[9:15] Getting your period at a young age
[11:20] Her journey to becoming a period influencer
[14:30] The secret to making your period pain disappear
[20:40] Period leave in different countries
[22:25] The double edge sword of social conditioning 
[22:50] How our hormones impact our bodies
[26:20] Managing your cycle and your business
[34:05] Hormones and coming off the pill
[36:20] The health of our periods and indication of our fertility
[41:35] Thinking about future fertility
 
Connect with Dinara
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dinara.mukh
TedX Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFa2egx-jI8&feature=youtu.be
Feel Better, Be Better Podcast: https://pod.link/feelbetterbebetter
Hormone Quiz: https://www.dinaramukh.com/hormonequiz
 
Connect with me
Instagram: @turning30coach / www.instagram.com/turning30coach 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/t30coach
Website: www.turning30coach.com
Email me your questions: emma@coachingwithemma.com
If you loved this episode please subscribe to the Turning 30 Podcast on whichever platform you are listening on and rate us five stars!

Turning 30 and Getting a Divorce Ft. Jigna Patel

Our life path is often set out for us before we even decide what we truly want for ourselves. And a lot of the time, that looks like finding the right person, settling down, and getting married. But what happens when you think you have gone down the right path, only to realize in your twenties that it’s actually not the right path for you. 
I'm so excited to kick off our first guest episode of the new season with a guest who really embodies what it means to take hold of your thirties when things don’t go as planned. Jigna Patel had a life in her twenties, especially her early twenties, that was what she thought she wanted and was expected of her.
At the age of 27 Jigna made a big life decision to separate from her then husband, and set off on a new and unexpected path. Now in her mid thirties she is the embodiment of the Turning 30 mission: living her own path regardless of the timelines. and speaking out on her platform all about what it's like to go through a divorce in your twenties and be single in your thirties. 
A few years ago when she realized that taboo topics such as divorce and breaking up earlier in life weren't really spoken about on the internet, she made a series of videos and decided to start sharing on her platform.
This podcast episode is full of such pearls of wisdom about going through a breakup and what you can do to get to the other side and to live a life in your thirties that you absolutely love and deserve. 
Don’t forget to subscribe to my new YouTube channel to receive exclusive videos including monthly YouTube Q&As that won’t be available on the podcast. Go and check T30 out on IG and help us grow our community! 
To celebrate the release of the new season of the podcast, 
To celebrate the new season of the podcast, my Next Chapter Course is currently on sale for $99 AND for the whole month of November (starting from today), if you sign up you will also get FREE access to my exclusive ‘How to have better friendships in your thirties’ mini-course. 
The Next Chapter course is my coaching foundations course, and it is the perfect way to dip your toe into the coaching world and see if it is something you want to know more about. 
It includes access to 4 coaching workshops (each worth over $200!), 14 x self-study videos on coaching concepts, a 100-page workbook and my exclusive Next Chapter Facebook Community.
 
Register here: https://www.turning30coach.com/the-next-chapter 
 
We talk about:
[0:00] Intro
[4:00] Why we need to change the narrative of divorce
[6:25] Getting married at a young age
[7:45] The emotional aspect of going through a divorce
[8:35] Do we always regret getting a divorce?
[9:55] How do we know when it’s time to get a divorce?
[13:00] How her family responded to her divorce
[19:20] The difficulty in asking for help
[20:55] Living alone for the first time
[27:55] Finding what will make us ultimately happy
[30:45] Changing the narrative around getting married
[36:15] The dynamics of dating now
[37:35] Not justifying your divorce to anyone
[40:15] What she would tell the 20 year old version of herself
 
Connect with Jigna
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jigna_madeup
Blog: https://not-your-wife.com/jigna-patel-divorce-blog/
 
Connect with me
Instagram: @turning30coach / www.instagram.com/turning30coach 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/t30coach
Website: www.turning30coach.com
Email me your questions: emma@coachingwithemma.com
If you loved this episode please subscribe to the Turning 30 Podcast on whichever platform you are listening on and rate us five stars!

Turning 30 and the Beauty of a Fresh Start

I LOVE the concept that on any given day we can choose to have a fresh start. I also love the idea that our big birthdays (thirty and beyond) can be a signpost for us to create a new future and turn a new page, and this is exactly what this episode is all about: the beauty of a fresh start.
 
In the first solo episode of the brand new season of the podcast, I am diving deep into the theme of fresh starts: why we need them, how to know when a fresh start is just around the corner, and how to navigate building your next chapter in your thirties. 
 
Often we are forced into a fresh start for unexpected reasons, a break-up, being fired, health reasons, but there are also many times when we are being called to start again but we just ignore the signs. 
 
In this episode I talk about the three types of fresh starts that can redefine your 30s and empower you to create the life you desire.
 
I also dive into what resistance we may encounter, how the fear of change can hold us back, and address the common obstacles that might prevent you from taking that leap towards a fresh start and provide insights on how to overcome them.
 
We also delve into the distinction between your core values and the expectations society places on you, helping you gain clarity on what truly matters to you.
 
If you're seeking a fresh start that aligns with who you are, join us for this episode of the Turning 30 Podcast. It's time to honor yourself, embrace change, and embark on a new journey that celebrates your unique path in your 30s !
 
I am also excited to announce updates about the Turning 30 Podcast, including a brand new YouTube channel, that I would love for you to subscribe to to receive exclusive videos including monthly YouTube Q&As that won’t be available on the podcast. Go and check T30 out on IG and help us grow our community! 
 
We talk about:
[0:00] Intro
[3:25] Key updates to the Turning 30 Podcast
[7:05] The intention behind choosing this theme as the comeback episode
[11:55] What really is a fresh start?
[13:05] Three types of fresh starts
[22:25] What might stop you from having a fresh start
[23:25] The fear of change
[26:05] Understanding our core values vs. expectations placed on us
[29:25] Key elements of embracing a new routine
[37:25] The true magic of a fresh start
 
Connect with me
Instagram: @turning30coach / www.instagram.com/turning30coach 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/t30coach
Website: www.turning30coach.com
Email me your questions: emma@coachingwithemma.com
If you loved this episode please subscribe to the Turning 30 Podcast on whichever platform you are listening on and rate us five stars!

Turning 30 and becoming a Solo Mother by Choice Ft. Ebony Hibbert

In this week’s guest episode I sit down with Ebony Hibbert, Single Mother By Choice and mindset coach who empowers women in their 30's and 40's to reclaim control over their fertility journey, regardless of whether they have a partner or not.
During our insightful conversation, Ebony shares with us her journey to becoming a solo mother and all of the twists and turns it took for her to reach the decision as she turned 40.
However this conversation is about so much more than becoming a mother, as we dive into many topics related to dating and break ups in your thirties and the search to find a partner to have a child with, the power of mindset and subconscious beliefs affecting the result that you are trying to achieve (whether that’s trying to conceive or finding a partner) and the relief of not trying to follow traditional timelines and owning and embracing your own path.
It is such an empowering episode for any woman who feels that her timelines aren’t as she expected them to be in her thirties and fourties.
Ebony candidly shares her own experiences and the stories of her clients who have embraced this path. If you're a woman in your 30's or 40's looking to redefine your journey, embark on solo motherhood, or explore options for your fertility, this episode is a must-listen. Prepare to be inspired, empowered, and ready to embrace life on your own terms.
Ebony:
Instagram: @turning30coach
Website: www.turning30coach.com
Emma:
Instagram: @ebony.hibbert
If you loved this episode please subscribe to the Turning 30 Podcast on whichever platform you are listening on and rate us five stars!

When Your Thirties Look Nothing Like You Planned in Your Twenties Ft. Jelena Holodkova

Themes: break-ups, self-love, fresh starts, career changes, solo-travel, friendships, burnout, expectations, timelines, relationships, resilience, strength.
To celebrate the final two week’s before we embark on the magical adventure that is The Align Retreat, we are re-releasing the most listened to Turning 30 Podcast EVER with retreat co-host Jelena Holodkova.
The reason this podcast episode is the most downloaded is because it has it all. An incredible story of a woman whose life took a sudden unexpected twist, and how she bounced back to build an even better life in her thirties.
In this episode, Jelena vulnerably shares her story for the first time, of how her life once was and the big changes that ensued.
We talk about how to navigate change, even when you didn’t choose it, how to deal with the aftermath of a break-up, being on autopilot and shifting into consciousness, dealing with burnout, letting go of the ‘shoulds’ and building a brand new aligned path.
From leaving her successful corporate career in finance to building her own consultancy practice and business, to moving countries and traveling - Jelena’s thirties so far have been an incredible journey of self-development.
Her story is powerful, inspiring and an important reminder of the resilience we have when things don’t go the way we expected.
When I first heard her story, I knew one day I would share it with my audience. It’s been almost two years in the making- I hope you enjoy it!
If you like this episode, you are invited to join Jelena and I for four days of retreat magic on August 4-7, in Kent, UK.
The Align Retreat will combine Coaching, Human Design, Workshops, Yoga, Meditation and many other activities. An opportunity to ‘jumpstart’ your next chapter and get into alignment with a group of like-minded women.
Here are the retreat details and link for registration: https://www.turning30coach.com/retreat
Emma:
IG: @turning30coach
Website: www.turning30coach.com
Jelena:
IG: @hello.jel
Website: www.andalso.space

Turning 30 and 30 Things I Love About Myself Ft Radhika Sanghani

Themes: self-love, self-worth, friendships, growing up, family, expectations, thirties, identity, failure, self-exploration
In this guest episode of the podcast, we are discussing the often tumultuous journey of self-discovery and self-love with Radhika Sanghani, author of the empowering book, "30 Things I Love About Myself".
In this candid discussion, Radhika shares her personal journey of navigating her thirties, dealing with societal pressures, and discovering the critical role of self-love. Unmasking the harsh realities of expectations versus reality, she provides a comforting assurance that you are not alone in feeling the weight of your own expectations.
Join us as we explore the relatable feeling of disappointment when things don't pan out as we've dreamed they would and the impact of our self-perception on our overall well-being.
From discussing the significance of "finding your tribe" and "doing the inner work" to sharing her strategies for self-love, Radhika offers a wealth of practical advice for those grappling with self-esteem and self-acceptance issues.
As well as sharing her story of how her book came to life, we also discuss:
The power of self-love and acceptance
The essential shift from external validation to internal contentment
How to truly get to know yourself and appreciate your qualities
The challenging process of acknowledging and embracing your flaws
The significant role of self-love in building a fulfilling life
The importance of finding friends who are on a similar path to you
We also share our shared experiences of growing up in communities where expectations are often higher and more stringent, and how it feels to be ‘the different one’.
Whether you're entering your thirties, already there, or simply interested in the personal growth journey, this episode is a must-listen.
Here’s the link to buy Radhika’s book: 30 things I love about myself.
Connect with Radhika:
Instagram: @radhikasanghani
Emma:
IG: @turning30coach
Website: www.turning30coach.com

GIRL TALK: The realities of dating in your thirties and how to get your dating mojo back ft Caitlin Smith

Themes: dating, single life, dating apps, relationships, beliefs, mindset, self-love, confidence.
On this week’s podcast episode I have invited back Caitlin Smith, better known as The Compatibility Coach, for an honest girl talk all about dating in your thirties.
Let’s be real, dating can be tough and the online dating space today can cause many people to decide to throw the towel in altogether and to focus on other areas of life.
But what does that mean for those who still want to meet somebody? Keep living your life and hope for the best?
In this episode we dive into topics surrounding the realities of dating, and why so many of us experience dating burnout and feel that we are ‘interviewing’ for jobs roles. Caitlin shares her experience of never experiencing a relationship until her late twenties, and I share my story of being on and off single and what it was like re-entering the dating world again at age 33.
We also discuss why the key to getting your sparkle back may be to take a step back and delete the apps, how our mindsets are key in transforming our dating lives, the part luck plays in meeting someone, how to not get obsessed with dating, the key differences between men and women in the dating world and how to be the one that is picking instead of waiting to be picked.
If you ever feel exhausted from dating- or tend to avoid it altogether, this episode is for you!
Caitlin:
IG: @the.compatabilty.coach
Website: www.thecompatibilitycoach.co.uk
Emma:
IG: @turning30coach
Website: www.turning30coach.com
T30 Retreat: This summer we are embarking on FOUR WHOLE DAYS of time dedicated to YOU and your personal growth. Taking place in the picturesque UK countryside in Kent on August 4-7 2023.
The Align Retreat will combine Coaching, Human Design, Workshops, Yoga, Meditation and many other activities. An opportunity to ‘jumpstart’ your next chapter and get into alignment with a group of like-minded women. My co-host Jelena and I have put together a transformative program and we want to invite you to take part.
Here are the retreat details and link for registration: https://www.turning30coach.com/retreat

Turning 30 and Changing Your Relationship With Alcohol ft Gabriela Flax

Did you know that 1 in 4 Gen Z-ers have decided to give up alcohol altogether and the global sales of non-alcoholic beverages is on the rise?
Now we may not be Gen Z-ers, but more and more people are starting to consider their relationship with alcohol in their thirties, and this special guest episode shines a spotlight on this hot topic. 
I am joined by my inspiring client Gabriela Flax, an alcohol-free life coach and Thoughtleader, who shares her personal journey of quitting alcohol two years ago and the transformative impact it has had on her life.
Throughout our conversation, Gabriela opens up about the challenges she faced on her path to sobriety and how her social life and relationships underwent a significant transformation.
I am also sharing for the first time ever (!) that I have also chosen to become alcohol-free and we have an open and honest conversation on our different experiences that led us to the same life-style choice.
As well as sharing her own story, we also discuss:
the reasons behind wanting to cut down or cut out alcohol consumption
the key challenges to face when quitting alcohol, including social dynamics, relationships, dating and habit changes
life on the other side of becoming alcohol-free
how coaching played a part in her journey
Gabriela also provides valuable tips and advice on how you can also change your relationship with alcohol, empowering you to embark on your own journey of self-discovery and growth.
If you're ready to challenge societal norms and redefine your relationship with alcohol, this episode is a must-listen. Join us as we engage in real-talk, share our personal experiences, and amplify a very important topic.
Connect with Gabriela:
Instagram: @notapplicabledrinks
TikTok: notapplicabledrinks
Emma:
IG: @turning30coach
Website: www.turning30coach.com
T30 Retreat: This summer we are embarking on FOUR WHOLE DAYS of time dedicated to YOU and your personal growth. Taking place in the picturesque UK countryside in Kent on August 4-7 2023.
The Align Retreat will combine Coaching, Human Design, Workshops, Yoga, Meditation and many other activities. An opportunity to ‘jumpstart’ your next chapter and get into alignment with a group of like-minded women. My co-host Jelena and I have put together a transformative program and we want to invite you to take part.
Here are the retreat details and link for registration: https://www.turning30coach.com/retreat