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EPISODE · Jan 12, 2026 · 29 MIN

#469 | What the Growth Journey Actually Feels Like

from Evolve Ventures · host Emilia Smith & Bianca Thomas

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Evolve Ventures, we challenge the fantasy version of growth and talk honestly about what the journey actually feels like. We speak to the frustration, emotional swings, and moments that make people want to quit, and why those moments are not a sign you are failing. This conversation is for growth-minded humans who want real change, not surface-level motivation. If you have ever wondered why healing feels harder than promised, this episode will reset your expectations and sharpen your resolve. Press play, stay with the discomfort, and choose the version of your life that most people quit before reaching.Digital Asset:The Growth Journey: Lonely LandEpisode References:1. Evolve Visioneering Cycle2. Emotion Typology ChartHere are the related episodes, each one builds on today’s conversation:#463 | Evolve Habits That Will Change Your Life Forever - https://apple.co/4jkESSf #453 | What it REALLY Feels Like with High Quality Therapy - https://apple.co/4anaO6dLearn more about:🤝Out of the Mud (OOTM) - “The Cost of Being 'Low Maintenance'” -https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/IykObX8eR7ixJaQ-qqZogw#/registration🌱 The #YouDoYou Therapy Program gives you support when and how you need it. No pressure. Just real help. Start your free 7-day trial today - https://buy.stripe.com/fZe8Avdfx8bW9gcfZc _________________Connect with Emilia, Bianca & the EVOLVE VENTURES Community:Website: http://www.evolveventurestech.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/evolveventures/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/EvolveVenturesTech  (Public Page)Evolve Ventures Society (Private Facebook Group) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/457130589193794Emilia’s IG - https://www.instagram.com/evolvewithemilia/Emilia’s TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@evolvewithemiliaBianca’s IG - https://www.instagram.com/evolvewithbianca/Bianca’s TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@evolvewithbianca?_t=8gq3wqu4fAx&_r=1Connect with Emilia & Bianca from Evolve Ventures for FREE:https://calendly.com/emiliasmith/free-evp-communityconnect?month=2025-07Show notes:(1:50) What growth actually feels like(6:07) Why avoiding pain keeps you stuck(9:24) Fantasy Vs. Reality of success(17:20) Emotions are part of the process(22:32) Let it be hard to change(26:48) Outro***Leave them a 5-star review if you felt their energy, became inspired, or felt as though the value was added to your life in your EVOLUTION.(Stay tuned for this coming Thursday’s episode!)

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Evolve Ventures, we challenge the fantasy version of growth and talk honestly about what the journey actually feels like. We speak to the frustration, emotional swings, and moments that make people want to quit, and why those moments are not a sign you are failing. This conversation is for growth-minded humans who want real change, not surface-level motivation. If you have ever wondered why healing feels harder than promised, this episode will reset...

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