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EPISODE · Nov 25, 2025 · 19 MIN

Why You Feel Behind in Your 20s (Even When You’re Not)

from Doing It Anyway · host Jess Hugo

You know that weird feeling when your life looks fine on paper; but it still doesn’t feel right? Welcome to life dysmorphia, the 20 something epidemic that no one’s talking about.In this episode of Navigating Your 20s, Jess dives into why so many of us feel like we’re “falling behind” even when we’re doing everything right. We unpack the comparison traps, the “grass is greener” mindset, and the pressure to have it all figured out before 30.You’ll learn how to:- Recognise when you’re stuck in a life dysmorphia loop- Stop sabotaging your 20s with perfectionism and overthinking- Build self-trust and confidence without needing constant validation- Reconnect with the version of you that’s already doing enoughWhether you’re overthinking your career, doubting your relationships, or constantly questioning your timeline; this is your reminder that you’re not behind, you’re just human.⁠Work with me⁠Instagram

You know that weird feeling when your life looks fine on paper; but it still doesn’t feel right? Welcome to life dysmorphia, the 20 something epidemic that no one’s talking about.In this episode of Navigating Your 20s, Jess dives into why so many of us feel like we’re “falling behind” even when we’re doing everything right. We unpack the comparison traps, the “grass is greener” mindset, and the pressure to have it all figured out before 30.You’ll learn how to:- Recognise when you’re stuck in a life dysmorphia loop- Stop sabotaging your 20s with perfectionism and overthinking- Build self-trust and confidence without needing constant validation- Reconnect with the version of you that’s already doing enoughWhether you’re overthinking your career, doubting your relationships, or constantly questioning your timeline; this is your reminder that you’re not behind, you’re just human.⁠Work with me⁠Instagram

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