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The Incomplete Adult

by Sharanya Venkat

The Incomplete Adult explores the messy middle of becoming your best self. We’re talking career confusion, emotional growth, unlearning, relearning, glow-ups that aren’t linear, and the quiet panic of becoming an adult without a manual.No perfect wins. No overnight transformations. Just honest conversations about growth, missteps, and the messy, beautiful work of becoming!

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Episodes

  1. 75 Hard: Reclaiming Your Mind & Body - Part 1

    75 Hard is marketed as a physical challenge but the real work happens in your head. In this episode my cousin and I dive into Part 1 of her 75 Hard journey. We open up about navigating societal pressures, finding genuine motivation and how the challenges surprisingly healed our relationship with...

  2. Things you can't teach someone

    In today’s episode we’re talking about why you need to stop watering plastic plants and wondering why they aren't growing. We’ve all been there, trying to curate a person into who we think they could be, instead of just observing who they actually are. But here’s the tea: there is a very specific...

  3. Paralysis in Analysis

    Analysis paralysis is the ultimate trap. It’s that loop where we convince ourselves that "more research" is the same thing as "progress." We spend weeks weighing the pros and cons, polling the group chat, and waiting for a sign from the universe all while standing perfectly still. The Truth: You...

  4. The Upside of Being Unlucky in Love!

    Why do some people effortlessly find love while the rest of us get emotionally demolished by situationships and breadcrumbs? Last year, my friends asked me a simple question: "What are your non-negotiables?" I didn't have an answer. So I spent months figuring it out, and today I'm sharing the...

  5. The Subtle Art of Constructive Gaslighting

    We all have two voices in our heads: the one that wants the big life and the Drama Queen brain that just wants to stay safe on the couch. Usually, the Drama Queen wins because she’s a master negotiator. She convinces us that "tomorrow" is a better day to start and that we aren't "the type of...

  6. The Friendship Recession!

    In this episode of The Incomplete Adult, we dive into the silent epidemic no one warned us about: The Friendship Recession. We’re breaking down why the group chat that ones popped 24/7 went quiet, the awkwardness of outgrowing friends you thought were "forever," and the secret shame of being the...

  7. The Pressure of Watching Others Arrive First

    Ever feel like you missed a universal calendar invite that everyone else seems to have? One that told them exactly how to navigate their 20s, when to get the promotion, and how to have the "perfect" life by 8:00 AM? Today, we’re talking about the Great Adulting Scam. We’re diving into the...

  8. Feeling Homesick in two directions

    Today, we’re talking about ‘Feeling Homesick in two directions.’ That weird, glitch-in-the-matrix feeling where you miss home when you’re abroad, but the second you go back… you feel like a total stranger. We’re diving why 'home' is a word that feels more complicated every year! So, grab your...

About this show

The Incomplete Adult explores the messy middle of becoming your best self. We’re talking career confusion, emotional growth, unlearning, relearning, glow-ups that aren’t linear, and the quiet panic of becoming an adult without a manual.No perfect wins. No overnight transformations. Just honest conversations about growth, missteps, and the messy, beautiful work of becoming!

Hosted by

Sharanya Venkat

Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does The Incomplete Adult have?

The Incomplete Adult has 8 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on August 3, 2026.

What is The Incomplete Adult about?

The Incomplete Adult explores the messy middle of becoming your best self. We’re talking career confusion, emotional growth, unlearning, relearning, glow-ups that aren’t linear, and the quiet panic of becoming an adult without a manual.No perfect wins. No overnight transformations. Just honest...

How often does The Incomplete Adult release new episodes?

The Incomplete Adult publishes monthly, based on its 8 episodes since January 2026.

Who hosts The Incomplete Adult?

The Incomplete Adult is created and hosted by Sharanya Venkat.
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