The Building You Podcast

WE ARE BACK!!!!: The Catch-Up We Needed ft. Courage 07.06.2026 25min

Esther and Courage catch up on life in May — Children's Day nostalgia, how the year keeps moving no matter what, the real experience of job hunting in Nigeria, solutions that actually work, why they're passionate (not angry), and what Season 2 of the podcast is actually about.Listen on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | SubstackFollow: @tbypod on InstagramNew episodes 6PM Sunday. Keep building you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hadassahh.substack.com

SEASON FINALE!!!!! 15.03.2026 12min

This is Episode 10. The Season 1 finale of The Building You Podcast.In this episode, Esther answers 12 questions about the season — raw and unfiltered. What it actually cost her to show up every Sunday. The lie she told herself at the beginning that turned out not to be true, and the episode she recorded for one person that somehow reached everybody. Also — FL, one of her most loyal listeners, leaves a voice note review. And it's the kind of thing that reminds you exactly why building something quietly, consistently, faithfully — is always worth it.Season 2 is coming. But first, this.This is not goodbye. This is see you soon. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hadassahh.substack.com

She Was Always Going to Change Everything #IWD episode 08.03.2026 20min

In this Women's Day episode, Esther sits down with three women who changed the trajectory of everything around them — Esther from the Bible, Nigerian climate activist and UNICEF collaborator Temilade Salami, and Dubai-based entrepreneur and digital speaker Afnan Khalifa. This episode is for every woman sitting in a season that doesn't look like what she planned, and it is a direct challenge to stop waiting and start building.Connect with the podcast:• Link: https://linktr.ee/tby_pod• Substack: hadassahh.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hadassahh.substack.com

Navigating the In-Between: How to Keep Building When Nothing Feels Certain 01.03.2026 15min

Job hunting. Building a legacy. Trying to stay sane. Sound familiar?In this episode, Esther gets personal about the season she's currently in where nothing is settled yet but everything still has to keep moving.She shares 7 honest, practical things that have been keeping her grounded: from decluttering her to-do list and staying consistent in devotion, to learning how to actually stick with something past the two-week mark.This isn't a results episode. It's a systems episode — and it might be exactly what you need to hear today.Transcendence by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hadassahh.substack.com

Let's talk Faith, Waiting on God and Purpose | ft. Min. Elizabeth 22.02.2026 52min

Akubuko Elizabeth is a passionate Worship Leader and Voice of Hope, called to bring healing to nations through the power of music and ministry.As a Host, Public Speaker, and Content Creator, she inspires and empowers audiences with messages of restoration and faith. With expertise in Social Media Management and Brand Strategy, she leverages digital platforms to spread hope and positivity.A dedicated Veterinary Doctor and Life Coach, Akubuko Elizabeth is committed to wholistic wellness, reflecting her heart for the nations. A proud Red-Crosser, she embodies the spirit of Luke 4:18, bringing light to the brokenhearted and freedom to the oppressed.Esther sat with Elizabeth to speak on Knowing God, Waiting Season and achieving Purpose. Follow her here: IG and YouTube; Akubuko Elizabeth This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hadassahh.substack.com

Let’s Talk Singlehood (After Valentine’s) 15.02.2026 12min

Valentine’s is over… and after the heart emojis, chocolates, and Instagram posts, there’s often that quiet question: “Okay… now what?”In this episode, Esther talks honestly about singlehood — not as a waiting room, but as a powerful, intentional season of growth.This is a gentle but practical conversation about how to stop merely “passing time” while single and start owning the season you’re in. Whether you’re newly single, long-term single, or just reflecting after Valentine’s, this episode invites you to see this phase of your life as meaningful, active, and full of possibility.Want to talk more - https://substack.com/chat/3197540🎧 Thanks for listening, and I’ll catch you in the next episode 🤍 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hadassahh.substack.com

How Do I Build Confidence...Without Pretending? 08.02.2026 8min

In this episode of Building You, Esther explores a question many of us quietly wrestle with:How do I build confidence without pretending to be someone I’m not?In a world that often equates confidence with loudness, certainty, and having it all figured out, this conversation gently challenges that narrative. Esther reflects on the exhaustion of performance, the pressure to “fake it,” and the freedom that comes from building confidence rooted in self-trust, honesty, and alignment.This episode is for anyone who feels unsure, in progress, or tired of pretending — and is ready to build confidence that feels peaceful, grounded, and real. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hadassahh.substack.com

The one where everyone has everything figured out but YOU 01.02.2026 11min

Ever looked around and felt like everyone else has life figured out, except you?In this episode of Building You, Esther speaks honestly about the illusion of having it all together, why comparison steals clarity, and how the real difference between people isn’t knowledge, but action.This is a gentle but firm reminder that nobody truly has it all figured out, we’re all just trying. The question is: what will you do with what you already know?LET’S CONNECTWhat resonated with you most in this episode?What’s one thing you’ve been delaying that you know you need to act on?Join the conversation, send feedback, or get in touch with me, I’d love to hear from you. - https://substack.com/chat/3197540 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hadassahh.substack.com

The one where we talk about DISCIPLINE 25.01.2026 11min

Discipline is often misunderstood as punishment, restriction, or extreme consistency.In this episode of Building You, Esther talks honestly about what discipline really is, why it starts with clarity, how it’s rooted in structure, and why the goal isn’t discipline itself, but alignment with the life you’re trying to build.This is a grounded, practical conversation for anyone feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to start.LISTEN & CONNECTListen to Building You on:- Spotify- Apple Podcasts💬 Join the Substack chat and share your thoughts - https://substack.com/chat/3197540What does discipline look like in your season right now?SUPPORT THE PODCASTIf this episode resonated with you:1. Follow the podcast2. Leave a rating or review3. Share this episode with someone who might need itYour support helps this podcast reach the people it’s meant for. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hadassahh.substack.com

The one where we talk about friends 18.01.2026 16min

Episode 3 of Building You is a heartfelt conversation about friendship, what it means, how it’s built, and why people are one of God’s greatest gifts.In this episode, Esther reflects on her personal experiences with friendship, gratitude, intentionality, and what it truly means to become the kind of person who loves people well.This episode is a gentle thank you, a reminder, and an open invitation to do friendship better.LET’S CONNECTJoin the Substack chat → https://substack.com/chat/3197540 I’d genuinely love to hear from you, what does friendship mean to you?⭐ SUPPORT THE PODCASTIf this episode moved you: Follow the podcast, Leave a rating or review, Share it with a friend you’re grateful forThank you for listening 🤍 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hadassahh.substack.com

Regret, Rest, and Starting Anyway 10.01.2026 10min

In this episode, Esther shares why regret isn’t the lesson we think it is, and how learning to focus on what you can control can change how you move forward.If you’ve ever wished you started earlier, moved faster, or did things differently… this episode is for you. Please visit Substack below to see more This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hadassahh.substack.com

NEW CHAPTER 06.01.2026

Welcome to Building You with Dr. Esther Ekanem. This podcast is about growth, becoming, and building yourself one step at a time. In this intro episode, I share my excitement. so be sure to subscribe and prepare to listen to the first episode 🎧 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hadassahh.substack.com