How to Live Beyond Yourself

Life is noisier, messier, and more complicated than ever. In our quest to keep up, we can try to do it all—with mixed results.

Instead of life passively happening TO us, we each have the power to create the life we want to live. On today's show: A conversation with author Elisabeth Sharp McKetta about figuring out what matters most and hitting delete on what doesn’t.

Here's a preview:

[7:00] Before we edit, we must first examine: 3 questions to regularly ask when seeking a life of intention

[9:30] The paradox of choice, plus: Why many of us rarely go after our first choice

[16:00] Words of encouragement for listeners who examine their life and don't like what they see

[21:00] Using your unique "core competencies" as organizing principles when editing your life

[27:00] Editing for generosity: How to edit your narrative to benefit the collective

[33:00] Elisabeth and Stephanie's thoughts on enjoying life despite the world's messiness

Resources mentioned:

• Edit Your Life: A Handbook For Living With Intention In A Messy World
• The Mother-Daughter Puzzle by Rosjke Hasseldine
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