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Evolve Ventures

Emilia Smith & Bianca Thomas

456 episodes

4 days ago

Send us a text Why are so many women crashing emotionally after the wedding is over? In today’s episode, we pull back the curtain on the hidden pressures, silent expectations, and comparison traps that push people into stress, anxiety, and post-wedding depression without ever understanding the cause. We break down the truth behind the marriage premium and penalty, the real cost of chasing “the perfect day,” and how these cultural messages shape your identity, health, and long-term happiness f...

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Send us a text Why are so many women crashing emotionally after the wedding is over? In today’s episode, we pull back the curtain on the hidden pressures, silent expectations, and comparison traps that push people into stress, anxiety, and post-wedding depression without ever understanding the cause. We break down the truth behind the marriage premium and penalty, the real cost of chasing “the perfect day,” and how these cultural messages shape your identity, health, and long-term happiness f...

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Self-Improvement

Health & Fitness,

Episodes (20/456)

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#455 | The Dark Side of Marriage Being Hidden From You: Post Wedding Depression

Send us a text Why are so many women crashing emotionally after the wedding is over? In today’s episode, we pull back the curtain on the hidden pressures, silent expectations, and comparison traps that push people into stress, anxiety, and post-wedding depression without ever understanding the cause. We break down the truth behind the marriage premium and penalty, the real cost of chasing “the perfect day,” and how these cultural messages shape your identity, health, and long-term happiness f...

4 days ago

29 minutes

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#454 | How Entertainment Can Turn You On (Instead of Dissociating and Numbing Out Your Life)

Send us a text In this episode of Evolve Ventures, we want to speak to you with honesty and care. Most people don’t realize how much of their life is being quietly taken by mindless entertainment, numbing habits, and digital noise. We break down the real numbers, the real impact, and the real reason so many of us feel stuck, disconnected, or behind. But this isn’t a lecture. It’s an invitation. You can take your time back. You can shape your environment. You can become someone you’re proud to...

1 week ago

32 minutes

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#453 | What it REALLY Feels Like with High Quality Therapy

Send us a text Growth hurts before it heals. In today’s episode, we break down the hidden expectations that quietly sabotage healing and why real growth rarely feels comfortable. Together, we explore what high-quality therapy actually looks like, the mindset shift that changes everything, and why avoiding discomfort keeps us stuck in the same cycles. If we’ve ever wondered why progress feels slow, why sessions feel heavy, or why we pull back when things get hard, this episode brings truth, cl...

1 week ago

34 minutes

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#452 | What You Need to Know About Trauma-Bonding

Send us a text What if the person you love is also the one breaking you? In this awakening episode, we shatter the silence around trauma bonds and why so many mistake chaos for chemistry. Together, we expose the hidden patterns that make you stay, the brain wiring that keeps you hooked, and the truth that finally sets you free. No sugarcoating. Just clarity, healing, and real love. Listen now, and remember what peace actually feels like. Here are the related episodes, each one builds on toda...

2 weeks ago

39 minutes

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#451 | Healing From the Guilt of Staying in a Toxic Relationship

Send us a text In today’s episode of Evolve Ventures, we open up about the truth behind toxic relationships, why we stay longer than we should, and how guilt can actually become one of your greatest teachers. Together, we peel back the layers of shame, scarcity, and self-blame to show how transformation begins when you finally stop running from yourself. This isn’t just our story, it’s all of ours. Listen now and learn how to turn guilt into growth. Here are the related episodes, each one bu...

2 weeks ago

38 minutes

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#450 | Is Your Workplace Psychologically Safe?

Send us a text Drive change through leadership, not title. In this bold episode, we get honest about the illusion of “psychological safety” and why so many teams talk about it but don’t live it. Together, we break down what true safety looks like, how to lead yourself when your environment feels toxic, and why real growth starts long before your boss catches on. This one’s for every quiet leader ready to stop waiting for permission and start setting the tone. We’re not here to fix the system....

3 weeks ago

24 minutes

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#449 | How to Know If a Relationship is Safe

Send us a text Ever felt that instant spark with someone, only to realize later your body knew better? In today’s episode, we talk about what real safety feels like in relationships and why so many of us confuse excitement for connection. Together, we break down the cues your nervous system has been trying to send, the childhood wiring that shapes your boundaries, and how to tell the difference between feeling seen and being stuck. This one’s equal parts truth, laughter, and gentle reality ch...

3 weeks ago

38 minutes

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#448 | What REAL Validation Looks Like

Send us a text In this powerful episode of Evolve Ventures, we open up about what real validation looks and feels like. Together, we break down the moments when connection breaks, why it happens, and how to repair it using six practical steps you can start practicing today. From emotional regulation to genuine care, we share how learning to validate yourself and others can completely transform your relationships, confidence, and peace of mind. This isn’t just theory, it’s real, relatable, and...

4 weeks ago

51 minutes

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#447 | The Dark Side of Consistency: When Sticking to the Plan Holds You Back

Send us a text Master the rhythm, not the race. In today’s episode, we pull back the curtain on the dark side of hustle, discipline, and showing up no matter what. From shame-driven routines to the hidden cost of overperformance, we’re breaking down what real sustainability looks like when your capacity changes day to day. It’s raw, honest, and probably not the “motivation” talk you’re used to hearing. This isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what matters. Hit play and learn how to build...

1 month ago

1 hour 2 minutes

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#446 | The Psychology of Body Art & Piercings: What Your Body Art Really Says About You

Send us a text What’s on your skin reveals what’s within. In this eye-opening episode, we uncover the surprising psychology behind body art. How trauma, identity, and the need for control can all shape what we choose to put on our skin. Together, we look at new research, share personal stories, and challenge the idea that self-expression is always conscious. This conversation will make you question not just what you wear on your body, but why. We’re not here to judge, we’re here to awaken. Hi...

1 month ago

23 minutes

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#445 | How Therapy Has Become Weaponized

Send us a text In today’s episode of Evolve Ventures, we get real about how therapy talk and “healing culture” can be used to shame or manipulate. From family criticism to AI-fueled excuses, we break down what true growth looks like and how to protect your peace when others can’t handle it. Your healing isn’t up for debate. Own it, protect it, and make therapy sacred again. Here are the related episodes, each one builds on today’s conversation: #422 | Are You Living by Someone Else's Standar...

1 month ago

38 minutes

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#444 | Why Your Deepest Insecurities Hold the Key to Your Greatest Growth

Send us a text Everyone has insecurities, but what if they’re actually your greatest teachers? In this bold and unfiltered episode, we get raw about fear, comparison, and the quick fixes that keep us small. Together, we talk about what really happens when you stop chasing perfection and start facing the truth about yourself. It’s not about filters or faking confidence, it’s about owning your story and finding the power underneath the pain. We’ve been there, and we’re here to remind you, the g...

1 month ago

43 minutes

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#443 | The "Right" Way to Self-Talk

Send us a text Rewrite the voice within, reclaim the life ahead. In this episode, we unpack the truth about self-talk, how it shapes our emotions, limits our growth, and defines who we become. This isn’t about being endlessly positive; it’s about becoming aware, intentional, and empowered to change the conversation within. We’re done letting negative thoughts lead the way. Press play, and let’s rewrite the story in our minds together. Here are the related episodes, each one builds on today’s...

1 month ago

41 minutes

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#442 | Why Certain Clutter Is Hard to Let Go Of

Send us a text In today’s honest and energizing episode of Evolve Ventures, we open up about how clutter, consumerism, and emotional attachment to things can quietly control our lives. From the rush of buying something new to the fear of letting go, we uncover the deeper emotional patterns that keep us stuck and overwhelmed. Together, we’re breaking down what it really means to release what no longer serves us and create space for peace, purpose, and power. Press play and join us as we learn ...

1 month ago

35 minutes

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#441 | Money Wounds You Didn't Know You Had

Send us a text What if the real reason we’re broke isn’t in our bank accounts, it’s in our beliefs? In this unfiltered episode, we’re calling out the hidden money wounds that keep us stuck in shame, avoidance, scarcity, and all the lies we tell ourselves about “not enough.” We get real about the patterns that drain our power and share the mindset shifts that flip the script from survival to success. This isn’t just about money, it’s about self-worth, discipline, and taking your power back. Le...

1 month ago

42 minutes

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#440 | The Grief That Comes with "Empty Nesting"

Send us a text Grief transforms, identity takes flight. In this heartfelt episode, we share powerful insights on empty nest grief, the struggle to rediscover who we are, and how to reclaim our sense of self in seasons of change. Through real stories and practical steps, we show why these emotions matter and how they can spark growth instead of despair. This is your reminder that you’re not alone in the journey. Press play and rise with us into your next chapter. Here are the related episodes...

1 month ago

42 minutes

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#439 | How to Tell if You're in a "Situationship" That's Damaging You

Send us a text In today’s episode of Evolve Ventures, we break down the truth behind these “no-label” connections, the hidden ways they affect your self-worth, and the signs you can’t ignore if they’re holding you back. If you’ve ever questioned where you stand, wondered why you keep catching feelings, or feared walking away, this conversation is for you. Don’t settle for less than you deserve. Press play and discover the truth today. Here are the related episodes, each one builds on today’s...

2 months ago

42 minutes

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#438 | Understanding Trauma Responses You Mistake for Personality

Send us a text Are you living as your true self, or have you mistaken your trauma for your personality? In this episode, we reveal how hidden wounds quietly shape the way you think, feel, and act, and why so many of us confuse survival responses for who we really are. Through raw stories, powerful insights, and simple but eye-opening truths, we uncover the difference between traits that define you and patterns that hold you back. This is the conversation that could change how you see yourself...

2 months ago

48 minutes

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#437 | Anxiety Isn't Always in Your Head - Here's Why

Send us a text Anxiety whispers truths the body longs to tell. In this episode, we open up about how anxiety shows up in the body, why it’s really a signal of unmet needs, and how reframing it can shift your entire perspective. Together, we share our own experiences with high-functioning anxiety, the lessons we’ve seen in movies like Inside Out, and the tools we’ve used with clients worldwide to help turn anxious energy into growth. This isn’t about avoiding anxiety. It’s about understanding ...

2 months ago

17 minutes

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#436 | How to Heal When You Don't Have Support

Send us a text In today’s episode of Evolve Ventures, we reveal the surprising truth about support, why most people miss it, and how to access powerful tools already within your reach. From safety plans to sensory strategies and the balance between self-regulation and co-regulation, this conversation will shift how you think about getting the help you need. Press play and discover the hidden support systems that can change everything. Here are the related episodes, each one builds on today’s...

2 months ago

26 minutes