In this episode of No Business Being A Castano, Jono and Amy sit down for an honest conversation about the tension points that come with working and growing alongside someone you know inside out. After a tough week that included a personal conflict, they unpack the deeper issues behind it — expectations, unspoken boundaries, and the burnout that can creep in when life and work constantly overlap.They explore what it means to show up as your best self — in business, relationships, and family — and why internal validation matters more than external approval. From emotional fatigue and parenting pressures to self-awareness and personal growth, this episode strips things back to the core.Plus, they share the surprising insights they’ve gained from tracking their glucose levels using Vively, a powerful tool that’s changing how they understand health and performance.What’s in this episode:
– The fallout from a personal fight — and what triggered it
– Setting clear expectations at work and in life
– Burnout, emotional projection, and learning to reset
– Boundaries that actually work (and how to communicate them)
– The pressure of parenting and redefining presence
– Internal validation, mindset shifts, and growing through discomfort
– Real-time health insights with Vively🎙 Sponsored by Vively
Track your glucose, uncover trends, and take control of your metabolic health — all in one easy-to-use app. Learn more at vively.com.auFollow Jono & Amy:instagram.com/jonocastanoaceroinstagram.com/amycastanoStay in the loop with Curious Media:curious.mediainstagram.com/curiousmediahqTimestamps:02:00 – The fight: What triggered it and why it cut deep07:00 – Burnout and emotional projection10:00 – Unspoken expectations and miscommunication in business14:00 – Boundaries, roles, and learning to speak up18:00 – Jono on fatherhood, presence, and pressure24:00 – Amy on balance, identity, and performance standards28:00 – Glucose insights with Vively: real-time data, real impact33:00 – The Castano highs and lows of the week36:00 – Internal validation vs. burnout cycles39:00 – The mindset shift Amy needed this week40:00 – Listener Q&A: self-development, validation, and emotional growth47:00 – Final reflections: fighting forward and learning out loud