What am I doing with my life?

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This is a podcast where I ask interesting people what they’re doing with their lives. How did they end up where they are and how do they pursue joy in their vocation? What values do they live by and what advice do they have for people like me, people who feel a bit lost and are still trying to figure out what they want to do with their lives?

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May 29, 2024Episode 201 hr 9 min

Growing Up

Meet Nandish, an agricultural scientist, lead grower at a vertical farm, and passionate horticulturalist. In this conversation, Nandish and I talk about the benefits of growing a kitchen garden, the pros and cons of vertical farming versus traditional farming, how to find a career you’re passionate about, and a short introduction to hydroponic farming. Follow Nandish on Instagram Follow What am I doing with my life? On Instagram Follow Andrea Sadowski on Instagram Visit the episode page for show notes, a full transcription, and pictures. Subscribe to my newsletter to never miss an episode. Visit my website if you want to learn more about my work!

May 14, 2024Episode 191 hr 0 min

Rejecting Hustle Culture

Meet Jeff, a writer, communications professional, and design specialist for a university research hub. In this conversation, Jeff and I talk about his experience writing and publishing novels, working behind the scenes to amplify the voices of activists, getting along with coworkers, being diagnosed with an anxiety disorder, and the importance of stability in a work environment. Follow Jeff on Instagram Follow What am I doing with my life? On Instagram Follow Andrea Sadowski on Instagram Visit the episode page for show notes, a full transcription, and pictures. Subscribe to my newsletter to never miss an episode. Visit my website if you want to learn more about my work!

May 7, 2024Episode 181 hr 24 min

The Healing Power of Nature

Meet Raeanna, a forager, business owner, chef, and wellness professional specializing in connecting people to nature and their local food systems. In this conversation, Rae and I talked about how she got started in the food industry, becoming a self-taught forager, the joys and pains of working for yourself, ethical and safe foraging practices, building your home food culture, and the most important homesteading skill everyone should know. Follow Foraging with You on Instagram Follow Foraging with You on TikTok Visit Foraging with You’s Website Visit Foraging with You’s YouTube Channel Follow What am I doing with my life? On Instagram Follow Andrea Sadowski on Instagram Visit the episode page for show notes, a full transcription, and pictures. Subscribe to my newsletter to never miss an episode. Visit my website if you want to learn more about my work!

April 29, 2024Episode 171 hr 7 min

Developing Yourself

Meet Chelsea, a researcher, sessional university instructor, development studies scholar, and travel nanny. In this episode, Chelsea and I talk about her experience working and volunteering in Afghanistan, how she became a travel nanny on the side, what it’s like teaching university at such a young age, and a quick run-down on what exactly is “development.” Follow Chelsea on Instagram Follow What am I doing with my life? On Instagram Follow Andrea Sadowski on Instagram Visit the episode page for show notes, a full transcription, and pictures. Subscribe to my newsletter to never miss an episode. Visit my website if you want to learn more about my work!

April 18, 2024Episode 161 hr 10 min

Events, Emails, and Entrepreneurship

Meet Jade, an event coordinator, business owner, and community champion. In this episode, Jade and I discuss how she became the owner of a hotel and events venue, her sole proprietor journey and event planning business, the values of volunteering in your community, getting tested for ADHD, and being one of the youngest Rotarians in Chilliwack. Follow Jade on Instagram Follow Solarplexed on Instagram Visit Solarplexed’s Website Follow the Grand Hall Chilliwack on Instagram Visit the Grand Hall’s website Follow the Hotel Morado on Instagram Visit the Hotel Morado’s website Follow What am I doing with my life? On Instagram Follow Andrea Sadowski on Instagram Visit the episode page for show notes, a full transcription, and pictures. Subscribe to my newsletter to never miss an episode. Visit my website if you want to learn more about my work!

April 8, 2024Episode 151 hr 17 min

Working With the Subconscious

Meet Alyssa, a hypnotherapist and entrepreneur. In this episode, Alyssa and I talk about overcoming limiting beliefs, the difference between regular talk therapy and hypnotherapy, debunking hypnotherapy myths, and how to get back to what truly makes you happy. Follow Alyssa on Instagram. Visit Alyssa’s Hypnotherapy website. Follow What am I doing with my life? On Instagram Follow Andrea Sadowski on Instagram Visit the episode page for show notes, a full transcription, and pictures. Subscribe to my newsletter to never miss an episode. Visit my website if you want to learn more about my work!

March 25, 2024Episode 1446 min

The Soft Life

Meet Jacqueline, a visual storyteller, immigration youth worker, strategic communicator, and champion of women’s empowerment. In this episode, Jacqueline and I talk about what it was like moving to three different African nations before the age of ten, the struggles of being an international student, how to take care of your mental health while working in the non-profit sector, and what living ‘the soft life’ means to her. Follow Jacqueline on Instagram. Follow What am I doing with my life? On Instagram Follow Andrea Sadowski on Instagram Visit the episode page for show notes, a full transcription, and pictures. Subscribe to my newsletter to never miss an episode. Visit my website if you want to learn more about my work!

March 13, 2024Episode 131 hr 5 min

Farts and Giggles

Meet Lucas, a systems developer, computer wizard, spreadsheet genius, and the most handsome boyfriend. In this episode, Lucas and I talk about adding value to the company you work for, what exactly is a systems developer, how to teach yourself to code, how to cope with depression and anxiety while working full-time, and how to develop useful systems in your own life. Follow Lucas Frost on Instagram Big Brothers Big Sisters Fraser Valley Frosty Fundraising Part 2: Electric Boogaloo (100 Days of Hiking) Lucas Frost on Youtube Follow What am I doing with my life? On Instagram Follow Andrea Sadowski on Instagram Visit the episode page for show notes, a full transcription, and pictures. Subscribe to my newsletter to never miss an episode. Visit my website if you want to learn more about my work!

February 19, 2024Episode 155 min

Cows Are Lovely

Meet Russell, a farmer, podcaster, board member of many non-profits, and a passionate cultivator of community. In this episode, Russell and I talk about the joys of working in the agricultural industry, the ethics of livestock and dairy farming, dealing with stress in a weather-dependent job, reparations between farmers and First Nations communities, and debunking farmer stereotypes. Check out The Modern Rustic Podcast Follow The Modern Rustic Pocast’s on Instagram Follow Russell Reitsema on Instagram Visit the episode page for show notes, a full transcription, and pictures. Subscribe to my newsletter to never miss an episode. Follow me on Instagram.Visit my website if you want to learn more about my work!

January 31, 2024Episode 1050 min

Diving Off the Deep End

Meet Maggie, a backpacker, human rights student, vegan chef, yoga teacher, and forever explorer. In this episode, Maggie and I talk about working abroad, finding a deeper purpose in traveling, becoming an international student in Ireland, seasons of transition, thriving in chaos and cultural immersions, and her next move to Malta. Follow Maggie on Instagram. Visit the episode page for show notes, a full transcription, and pictures. Subscribe to my newsletter to never miss an episode. Follow me on Instagram. Visit my website if you want to learn more.