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Thriving

by Sarah Kamono

Thriving is a gentle reminder that you’re doing better than you think. This podcast invites you to pause, reflect, and recognise your growth in a world that constantly tells us we're not enough. Whether you’re in a season of doubt or ready to make intentional changes, Thriving is here to assure you that you’re not just surviving — you’re thriving, even when it doesn’t feel like it.

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Episodes

  1. Things Worth Spending More Money On: Skincare, Health, Clothes & Your Goals

    In this episode, I’m sharing the things I personally think are worth spending a little extra money on, from skincare and gut health to quality staple clothing, investing in your goals, and the everyday things that can genuinely improve your life. This isn’t about buying the most expensive option....

  2. Crashing Out? Listen to This When You’re Having a Really Hard Day

    Hard times happen, and sometimes even the most basic things can feel impossible. In this episode, I share my personal “hard days” list: 12 simple things I do to take care of myself and my mental health when I’m struggling. You don’t have to do everything. Just start with three. 📧...

  3. Listen to This If You’re About to Give Up

    You might not be where you thought you’d be by now. You might be tired, discouraged, or tempted to call it a year. But you still have time. Three months can change a lot when you decide to lock in. This is your reminder to stop counting what you didn’t accomplish and start focusing on what you…

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  4. I’m 29: Things I Wish I Knew in My 20s About Life, Love & Becoming Yourself

    At 29, I’m reflecting on the lessons, mistakes, and realizations I wish I had known in my early 20s. From relationships and self-worth to career, comparison, and trusting my own timing—here’s what I would tell my younger self. Connect with me🤍🦋 @sarahkamono.ca hello@[email protected]

  5. I Want Botox… Does That Mean I Don’t Love Myself?

    What happens when the way you see yourself is shaped by years of being told you’re not beautiful enough? In this episode of Thriving, I’m getting really honest about the evolution of my self-image. As a teenager, I was bullied for being “ugly,” awkward, tomboyish, skinny, and different. Those...

  6. My First Online Workshop Flopped… Here’s What It Taught Me

    My first online workshop didn’t go the way I hoped—and that’s okay. In this episode, I’m sharing the honest lessons behind the experience, from not marketing it enough and spreading myself too thin, to assuming that “free” meant people would automatically show up. I also talk about how being too...

  7. RAW & UNFILTERED: 4 Mistakes I Made in My Wellness Business

    For years, I thought I lacked discipline, motivation, and consistency. The truth? I was building my business without the right systems. In this honest episode, I share the four biggest mistakes that kept me stuck—from comparison and chasing the algorithm to relying on motivation and avoiding...

  8. From Vision to Execution | The Power of Accountability

    What if the missing piece isn’t more discipline—it’s accountability? In this episode, I share why accountability is one of the most powerful tools for consistent execution. Some people thrive independently, while others perform best with external structure—and neither approach is better than the...

  9. From Vision to Execution | Managing Your Time & Energy

    Burnout and inconsistency aren’t always a time problem—they’re often an energy management problem. In this episode, I explore how aligning your time, energy, and priorities can help you execute consistently without running yourself into the ground. We discuss the importance of simple systems,...

  10. From Vision to Execution | Why You’re Struggling to Start (and Stay Consistent)

    You don’t lack discipline; you might just be blocked. In this episode, I break down the real reasons why starting feels hard… and why staying consistent feels even harder. From what I’ve seen working with people, execution isn’t just about strategy; it’s deeply connected to identity, mindset, and...

  11. From Vision to Execution | What I Actually Do & How I Help People Get Unstuck

    Have you ever had a big idea but felt overwhelmed, confused, or unsure where to start? In this episode, I’m sharing the heart behind why I started my consulting business, the real problem I solve, and what clients truly gain from working with me. I’m breaking down the difference between what I do...

  12. Dating in the Digital World: "I Will Not Post My Man!"

    In a world where relationships are posted, liked, and judged in real time, where do we draw the line between connection and performance? In this episode, we unpack what it really means to be in a relationship in the digital age. From the pressure to post your partner, to navigating different...

  13. Things I No Longer Care About at 29

    The beautiful thing—well, at least to me—about getting older is realising there are things I simply don’t care about anymore. And it’s not in a harsh or dismissive way… it feels light. Like I can finally sit with myself, be honest, and say, “this doesn’t interest me anymore” without guilt.…

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  14. Everything You’re Searching for Is Already Inside You

    In a world that constantly tells you who to be, it’s easy to feel lost… like everyone else has figured it out except you. You start comparing, doubting, shrinking—convincing yourself that the life you want is meant for someone else. But what if the truth is… you were never lost? In this episode…

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  15. Valentine’s is coming, Where's Your Boyfriend?

    In this episode, I’m joined by love and relationship expert Laetitia Kamono to talk about Valentine’s Day and modern love. Inspired by her article Is Love Really Not Enough?, we explore how heartbreak and self-protection have changed the way we define love. How we stopped naming it by what it is...

  16. Single, Dating, or Married: The Grass is Greener Where You Water It!

    Single, dating, or married, no stage is perfect. This episode explores the myth of the “better side” and why the grass really does grow greener when you water your own season.

  17. I’m Different. I’m the Outcast. It’s Hard, But I’d Choose It Again

    It’s easier to go with the flow, but not everyone is called to. In this episode, I talk about the cost of being different, trusting God when your path doesn’t look like everyone else’s, and asking yourself what kind of life you really want to look back on 💛

  18. I Quit My Job & Crashed Out: Identity Loss, Depression, and What I Wish I Knew

    Quitting your job is supposed to feel freeing… but for me, it didn’t. In this episode, I open up about the mental crash I experienced after quitting my job; the anxiety, loss of identity, and emotional lows no one really talks about. I share what happened, what I wish I had known, and the lessons…

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  19. Grace Over Guilt: Closing 2025 With Compassion

    As the year wraps up, I wanted to sit down and talk, honestly. About 2025. About the goals we didn’t finish. About the plans that didn’t go the way we hoped. In this episode, I share how proud I am of myself for starting The Thriving Podcast, even when things felt uncertain and messy. And I want…

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  20. Curveballs, Delays, and the God Who Still Restores

    In this episode, I speak to anyone who feels heavy as the year winds down, the ones who feel disappointed, behind, or frustrated by goals that didn’t unfold the way they hoped. Life threw curveballs, plans shifted, and maybe you didn’t show up for yourself the way you wanted to. But here’s the...

  21. Missing Me: Finding My Way Back to Myself

    In this episode, I open up about a season of feeling disconnected from myself, from the things that once brought me peace, joy, and purpose. Life has felt a bit heavy lately, and I’ve been missing the version of me that used to feel alive and grounded. But even in the midst of it all, I’m…

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  22. You’re Not Being Punished — You’re Being Prepared

    This episode is your reminder that the season you’re in isn’t meant to destroy you, it’s meant to develop you. I talk about what it feels like to be in a refining and pruning season, and how shifting from fear and scarcity to gratitude and abundance changed everything for me. If life feels heavy…

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  23. Attachment, Approval & the Search for Lasting Love with Laetitia Kamono

    Dating today looks nothing like it did a generation ago. From dating apps and reality shows shaping our expectations, to the rise of hookup culture and the challenges of navigating family disapproval, modern love is complex. In this episode, we explore whether anxious and avoidant partners can...

  24. Harbouring Hurt: Choosing Kindness When the Church Hurts You

    What happens when the place meant to nurture your faith leaves you wounded instead? In this episode, I open up about my own experience with church hurt, how bitterness and anger almost made me lose my kindness. Inspired by a message from Bree Bush, I reflect on what it means to walk with Jesus…

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  25. I Just Turned 29: Hard Truths 28 Taught Me About Love, Family & Faith

    I just turned 29, and looking back, 28 was a year full of lessons that stretched me, and built me. In this episode, I share the truths I learned about love, family, faith, growth, and health. From realising why you can’t expect love from people still learning to love themselves, to navigating...

  26. Embracing Womanhood and Getting Older in My Late 20s

    In this episode of Thriving, I share something deeply personal: what it feels like to finally grow into myself and embrace my womanhood. From the way my body has changed, to how my mindset and values have matured, to how my relationship with God has deepened, I can feel the shift. I break down…

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  27. For Anyone Who Doesn’t Have Just One Career Path

    In this episode of Thriving, I open up about my winding career journey and what it’s taught me. From studying psychology at university to dabbling in jobs that don’t even align on paper, I’ve often felt ashamed for not having one “straightforward” career path. For years, I believed that wearing...

  28. When You Feel Stuck Between Who You Are and Who You’re Becoming

    In this episode of Thriving, I open up about where I’ve been and the headspace I’m in right now. I’m in a transitional season, moving from one chapter of my life into another, and it’s been a mix of exciting, confronting, and honestly… exhausting. I share what it’s been like to have hard...

  29. Why You Feel On Edge or Shut Down — Let’s Talk Nervous System Regulation

    Ever feel like you’re constantly on edge… or totally shut down? You might be experiencing nervous system dysregulation, and you’re not alone. In this episode of Thriving, I break down what nervous system regulation actually means (in simple, real-life terms), the signs to look out for, and how...

  30. My Daily Habits Were Ruining Me—Here’s What I Changed

    In this episode of Thriving, I open up about how my daily habits, from sleep and food to mindset and stress, were quietly dragging me into survival mode. I share what life looked like when I felt stuck, overwhelmed, and disconnected… and the small, intentional changes I made to move from burnout…

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  31. I Faked Confidence for Years… Now, I am Honest About It

    In this episode of Thriving, I’m getting real about something most of us don’t talk about enough — the awkward, uncomfortable, and often cringe process of building confidence. I open up about my journey of “faking it till I make it,” what’s worked, what hasn’t, and how I’m learning to be...

  32. When You Feel Like No One Needs You

    In this episode of Thriving, I open up about a personal loss that led me to reflect on the quiet, dangerous cycle of believing we’re not needed. When we convince ourselves that people have moved on or don’t care, we often pull away — and in return, they do the same. And before we know it, we’re...

  33. Things I'm Not Afraid to Admit as a 28-Year-Old

    In this episode, I’m getting real about all the things I’m no longer shy to admit at 28 — from not rushing into marriage, learning how to actually pray for a husband, healing my view on men, being a proud late bloomer, and why good friends are literal soul vitamins. It's honest, a lot heartfelt,...

  34. You're Doing Well

    Welcome to the very first episode of Thriving! In this gentle reminder, I speak directly to the part of you that feels like you’re not doing enough. If you've been carrying heaviness, moving the goal post, and feeling unseen — this one’s for you. You are doing better than you think. Take a moment...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Thriving is a gentle reminder that you’re doing better than you think. This podcast invites you to pause, reflect, and recognise your growth in a world that constantly tells us we're not enough. Whether you’re in a season of doubt or ready to make intentional changes, Thriving is here to assure you that you’re not just surviving — you’re thriving, even when it doesn’t feel like it.

HOSTED BY

Sarah Kamono

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Thriving is a gentle reminder that you’re doing better than you think. This podcast invites you to pause, reflect, and recognise your growth in a world that constantly tells us we're not enough. Whether you’re in a season of doubt or ready to make intentional changes, Thriving is here to assure you...

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Thriving is created and hosted by Sarah Kamono.
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