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EPISODE · Jan 13, 2026 · 10 MIN

We can't all be Madonna

from The Dynamics Of Everyday Life

In this episode, Julia explores our obsession with reinvention, why change doesn’t always equal growth, and what refinement, coherence and psychological settlement really look like.This episode's highlights:00:00 Welcome back, New Year reflections & a birthday aside01:40 January, planners, noise and the pressure to reinvent03:05 Madonna and the cultural fantasy of reinvention04:35 When reinvention is driven by anxiety, not growth06:20 When reinvention does make sense (and when it doesn’t)07:35 Madonna vs Kylie: coherence, identity and psychic fit09:00 Carolyn Bessette Kennedy and the authority of not scrambling10:05 Closing reflection: staying with who you already areConnect with Julia:WebsiteLinkedInInstagramABOUT THE PODCASTThe Dynamics of Everyday Life explores the psychological patterns shaping how we think, work and relate to others; bringing psychodynamic thinking into coaching, leadership and everyday life.If you're a coach interested in learning more about psychodynamic approaches to coaching, you can explore Julia's training programmes on her website.FOLLOW THE PODCASTIf you're enjoying The Dynamics of Everyday Life, follow the podcast on your listening app so you don't miss future episodes.

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