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The Not My Job Pod
The Not My Job Pod is a podcast hosted by Emily Gant about work, people, and the weird stuff in between.
This podcast was born out of a simple realization: I don’t want my job to be my entire personality. So I talk to people outside the tech bubble — artists, community builders, creatives, and curious minds — about the passions, projects, and ideas that make them come alive. Just real conversations about what people love and why it matters to them.
This podcast is based in Berlin and heavily focused on the Berlin community.
The Not My Job Pod
10 Unwritten Rules of Life (Since turning 35)
In this solo episode, Emily Gant reflects on her life experiences and shares her personal insights through the lens of the '10 unwritten laws of life.' She discusses her recent milestone of turning 35, the shift from goal-oriented thinking to finding joy in the present, and the importance of effort in friendships. Emily also explores the nuances of money in relationships, the difference between being tired and burnt out, and her love for cities, particularly Paris. The episode concludes with thoughts on the comfort of silence in relationships and a newfound perspective on aspirations.
Takeaways
- Turning 35 brings a mix of reflections and realizations.
- Life experiences shape our understanding of age and maturity.
- Shifting from numerical goals to enjoying the process is liberating.
- Effort in friendships is crucial for maintaining connections.
- Money attitudes can impact relationships significantly.
- Listening is often more valuable than offering unsolicited advice.
- Recognizing the difference between tiredness and burnout is essential.
- Cities can evoke deep emotional connections, similar to relationships.
- Silence in friendships can be a sign of comfort and understanding.
- It's okay to appreciate what you have without constantly striving for more.
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