Welcome to Grow'd Up with Fernannd'O, a podcast exploring life concepts and comparing them to childhood perceptions. Fernannd'O, a visually impaired host, empowers listeners to focus on self-improvement regardless of circumstances. With candid conversations and solo reflections, gain insights and actionable tips onon how to approach life with a growth mindset. Join us on this journey of self-discovery and let's grow together!
#52 The Pressure of Having Life Figured Out as an Adult
In this episode of the Grow’d Up Podcast, I talk about the pressure of feeling like you should have life figured out by a certain age. I share personal reflections from childhood, the comparison we often feel with peers in our twenties, and the moment that made me realize that even people with decades of life experience are still learning.
This episode also explores ways to shift your perspective:
• Understanding that nobody truly has everything figured out
• Focusing on what you want instead of comparing yourself to others
• Taking proactive steps toward your goals
• Avoiding assumptions about other people’s success
• Seeking fresh perspectives from people around you
If you’ve ever felt like you’re falling behind in life, this conversation might help you see things differently.
Because adulthood isn’t about having everything figured out — it’s about continuing to learn.
2 Mar 2026
#51 Why Finding Your Purpose Can Feel Paralyzing
In this episode of Grow'd Up, I explore the idea of purpose — and why it might not be what we think it is.
As a child, I dreamed of becoming a pediatric doctor. But after losing my sight, that dream changed, and I was forced to confront the concept of purpose for the first time.
Now, as an adult, I’ve realized something surprising: chasing purpose can feel paralyzing. Even focusing on duty — being a good mom, wife, and responsible member of society — didn’t necessarily bring fulfillment.
So what actually does?
In this episode, I unpack:
• Why the idea of purpose can overwhelm us
• Why duty alone may not be enough
• The three things humans naturally crave: community, shared values, and a worldview
• How small daily moments of joy can anchor a meaningful life
If you’ve ever felt lost, stuck, or unsure of your direction, this conversation is for you.
Growed Up is where we compare childhood dreams to adult reality — and figure out how to grow through the difference.
If you’d like to get in touch, drop me an email here:
growedup@neonbloom.co.za (mailto:growedup@neonbloom.co.za)
About Fernannd’O:
IG: @justfernanndo
Produced by:
Neon Studio
Keep up with us on social media:
Instagram: @growdup_podcast
YouTube: @neonpodcasts
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDBrJIy7cjqPcEGn20yBaXA (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDBrJIy7cjqPcEGn20yBaXA)
www.neonbloom.co.za (http://www.neonbloom.co.za)
For business contact:
info@neonbloom.co.za (mailto:info@neonbloom.co.za)
17 Apr 2024
#50 What @ReesaTeesa Teaches Us About Delusion | Grow’d Up Podcast
This week we talk about the "Who The F@#$ Dif I Marry" saga by TikTok creator @ReesaTeesa.
The idea is to dissect what went wrong and how to learn from
her experience as this is something that many women go through.
Hope you enjoy the episode!
Watch:
@AlekcisIwiye
https://www.youtube.com/@AlekcisIwiye
Who The F Did I Marry!? 10 important takeaways from this
viral TikTok insane series
https://youtu.be/MYWGqWG9NY4?si=ixm3Bm90NY5EJGs7
If you’d like to get in touch, drop me an email here:
growedup@neonbloom.co.za
About Fernannd’O:
IG: @justfernanndo
Produced by:
Neon Bloom Productions Podcast Network
Keep up with us on social media:
Instagram: @growdup_podcast
YouTube: @growdup
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDBrJIy7cjqPcEGn20yBaXA
www.neonbloom.co.za
For business contact:
info@neonbloom.co.za
More Podcasts:
Grow’d Up w/ Fernannd’O
https://open.spotify.com/show/7eM0iqiC8ZAKq8u2DvVBZz?si=BloPTnSYRQ6F0zwB8_Z_2g
The Untanglement w/ Miss Franco & Fernannd’O
https://open.spotify.com/show/1GLXHJnpleo8CA6AVAzO07?si=dFcFgChDQQ2MEs6ntS_Ceg
Black Women Business w/ Thuli Mgwebile
https://open.spotify.com/show/6JZa115f6Fc2J683QWPOvb
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