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Desperately Seeking

Mikhila McDaid
Substack
Politics
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
ADHD
Mental Health
Alcohol-Free Lifestyle
Social Media
Desperately Seeking
Grief
Instagram
Self-Esteem
People Pleasing
Attention-Deficit/hyperactivity Disorder
Manifesting
Gender Roles
Money Mindset
Humor
Wishes
Personal Growth
Rage Bait

Personal essays in voice-note form, from your friendly neighbourhood oversharer. What began as a birthday bucket list, counting down to 40, evolved in to an exploration of the idea we (especially women) give fewer f*cks as we age. Most recently renamed 'Desperately Seeking' to fall in line with my substack title and make it more easy to find on your chosen podcast player. mikhila.substack.com

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit mikhila.substack.com

When I tell you I was struck down with technical difficulties this week..

My phone was gaslighting me in to pretending it had no storage, by way of corrupt data. Af... more

First and foremost - the first episode with Lee is RAPIDLY climbing my ‘most popular’ list, and when you consider it’s a MEMBERS ONLY, that’s bonkers! I created a little group chat on insta, for listeners to weigh on on future episodes and MAYBE even... more

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit mikhila.substack.com

Welcome back to Desperately Seeking and to a brand new *MAYBE* series, ‘couples therapy’. The idea is to cover hot relationship topics with my husband of 14 years, an... more

Someone just reached out to me on instagram, thanking me for sharing my own journey with sobriety and recommending a great mocktail syrup I should try. Every time someone DMs me or leaves a comment to say they’re trying it for themselves, I feel a li... more

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Mikhila
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Mikaela
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I Didn't Choose This Life
Q: Question 4: Every time things start going well, I seem to mess it up; is that common?
She relates to self-sabotage, explaining that anxiety around success can make people pull back. She shares strategies like creating new checklists, changing routines, and budgeting practices to stay engaged and prevent slipping back into old patterns.
I Didn't Choose This Life
Q: Question 3: Is it normal to love your partner but find them really annoying most of the time?
Her take is that occasional irritation is natural when you're with someone a lot, but persistent irritation may signal a need for space or a deeper conversation about needs and boundaries. She suggests practical steps like scheduling time apart or discussing differences in living styles to reduce friction.
I Didn't Choose This Life
Q: Question 2: I think I've outgrown one of my closest friends; what can I do?
She describes normal cycles in friendships as people grow in different directions and that it's often a phase. Advice includes giving space, having a candid conversation if necessary, and recognizing that there isn't always a dramatic breakup required; timing and context matter.
I Didn't Choose This Life
Q: Question 1: Do you ever feel like you drifted into a life you didn't fully choose, and how did you navigate that?
The host explains that it's common to feel unfulfilled or unsure even when things look good on paper, and that recognizing what you want may only come when life presents itself. She shares her own experience of early adulthood—marriage, a baby, moving, and learning to drive—and emphasizes that fulfillment can emerge from imperfect paths, and that it's okay to pursue change if the current life doesn't feel right.

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A collection of candid, self-reflective essays delivered in a conversational, voice-note style. Episodes center on money mindset, personal autonomy, ADHD and mental health, boundaries, and navigating modern life as a woman creator. The host often shares intimate anecdotes about relationships, parenting, work, and online culture, weaving in cultural references and practical hacks (e.g., budgeting, Substack memberships, and negotiating paid content) to help listeners rethink their own choices. A notable through-line is honesty about vulnerability, the tension between public persona and private life, and a steady move toward intentional living, with occasional guests or conversations that broaden the scope beyond the solo monologue. The format... more

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Desperately Seeking launched 6 months ago and published 57 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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