Finally Thriving
Episodes
The simple answer to all your problems—with Lorraine Hamilton
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Problems. We all have them. In our relationships, at work, with our finances, the list goes on. Maybe you’re struggling with something right now. B...
Breaking people-pleasing patterns & setting healthy boundaries—with Stephanie Caines
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever said yes when you really wanted to say no? Or found yourself walking on eggshells just to keep the peace? If that resonates, you’re no...
How to spot a narcissist—with Laura Richards
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how to spot a narcissist? Narcissism is a term that’s thrown around a lot these days. But how can you actually identify a narcissist, ...
The secrets to 'happily ever after' in relationships—with Monica Tanner
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Happy, healthy relationships. We all want them. But it can be so hard to find and keep them... In this episode of the Finally Thriving podcast, I spe...
Corporate trauma: How to thrive after toxic workplaces—with Jolynne Rydz
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you thrive again after a toxic workplace?If you’ve ever worked in a toxic work environment, you’ll know how deeply it can affect you. Often...
Getting out of survival mode—with Denise Michelle
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been stuck in survival mode? Perhaps you’re in it right now, where you’re in a constant state of fight or flight, are feeling overwh...
Emotional healing through embodiment & intuition—with Shauna Hawkes
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you often stuck in your own head rather than following your intuition? A lot of us are disconnected from our bodies and emotions. We train oursel...
Finding resilience after rock bottom—with Angie Hawkins
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever hit your own rock bottom, it can be so hard to know how to find a way out. In this episode of the Finally thriving podcast, Angie Ha...
Bouncing back after burnout—with Clarissa Hirst
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When Clarissa found herself in a high-stress toxic work environment with lots of responsibility and little support, she found herself in the trenches ...
Saved by self-love (how to truly love yourself)—with Laura Sylvester
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When Laura Sylvester was diagnosed with an eating disorder in 2009 she didn't know where to turn for help. When she had her last hospital admission i...
Thriving again after toxic relationships—with therapist Meghan Fitzpatrick
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been in a toxic relationship you’ll know how deeply it can affect you. In this episode Janelle interviews special guest Meghan Fitzpatri...
The ‘I’ll be happy when’ trap (and how to get out of it)
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever caught yourself thinking, “I’ll be happy when I get the job… lose the weight… find the one…”?You’re not alone.In this episode, Jane...
When to work on a relationship vs. walk away
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you know when it’s worth working on a relationship—and when it’s time to walk away? In this honest episode, Janelle and Ricky explore th...
What to Do When You Feel Stuck in Life
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever felt like you’re just standing still while life moves on without you? Perhaps you know you’re not happy where you are in life right now, whet...
Should you quit your job?
08 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Should you quit your job like Janelle? Ricky and Janelle provide advice on what to think about before quitting your job—which is super relevant for...
What to do if you feel like an imposter
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt like an imposter at work? Imposter syndrome is thrown around a lot these days. But do we all feel like an imposter sometimes? Ricky...
I hate my job, what should I do?
01 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What should you do if you hate your job? Ricky and Janelle offer their terrible career advice about what you can do if you dislike your job, and key t...
Job hopping: Career helper or hinderer?
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Job hopping: Does it help or hinder your career? If you're changing roles and companies a lot, is it a good thing in the eyes of an employer, or a neg...
Should you ‘fake it till you make it’?
02 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is fake it till you make it a good strategy? We hear this phrase thrown around a lot, but what does it really mean, and can it help or hinder your car...
Bouncing back after being made redundant
20 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How to bounce back after being made redundant: In this economic climate, it's common for employees to lose their jobs. Is anyone ever actually safe? R...
The worst jobs we've ever had
06 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Had a sh*tty job? Us too! Ricky and Janelle talk about the worst jobs we’ve ever had in this episode of Terrible Career Advice, and there seems to b...
Lessons learned from failed businesses
25 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lessons learned from failed businesses. Ricky and Janelle have both had at least one 'failed' business each. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, or...
How to not sweat the "small" stuff
11 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wishing you didn’t sweat the small stuff? Do you get annoyed or stressed out by the little things? Perhaps you overthink things and it ruins your en...
Should you change jobs for money?
28 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Should you change jobs for money? It’s a question most professionals grapple with at some point in their career. Janelle and Ricky discuss some of t...
Lessons learned from bodybuilding
14 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wondering why on earth people do bodybuilding? We were both bodybuilders for several years. We were lucky enough to represent New Zealand in two inter...
To travel or not to travel?
30 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Should you travel, buy a house, or concentrate on your career? When’s the ideal time to travel? Straight out of uni, before kids, before or after yo...
Things we wish we knew before turning 30
16 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What do you wish you knew before turning 30? Or perhaps you’re in your 20s not wanting to make the same mistakes as the old folks a few years ahead ...
When you feel behind in life
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel behind in life? You’re not alone! In this episode of the Terrible Life Advice podcast, Janelle and Ricky talk about feeling behind in li...