Embracing joy and shifting priorities is at the forefront of Marie Forleo's journey.
Marie seeks to simplify her life and explore a different way of being by prioritizing joy and presence.
Marie has learned to quiet the noise of her ego and embrace her true desires.
Supportive relationships, such as those with her partner and friend, have helped Marie gain perspective and release self-imposed pressures.
Deep dives
Embracing Joy and Shifting Priorities
Embracing joy and shifting priorities is at the forefront of Marie Forleo's journey. After years of pushing for success and proving herself, she now recognizes the importance of simplicity, stability, surrender, and stillness. Through conversations with her partner, Josh, and friend, Kris Carr, as well as experiences with plant medicines like psilocybin, Marie has embraced the notion that joy and being in the present moment are the ultimate forms of service. She has overcome the fear of irrelevance and fully embraced her desire to dance and be in joy, focusing less on external expectations and more on aligning with her true self.
Questioning the Need for Constant Doing
Marie Forleo has realized the need to question the societal expectations of constant doing and productivity. She challenges the idea that success is solely derived from hustle and achievement. Marie seeks to simplify her life and explore a different way of being by prioritizing joy and presence. Through conversations with her partner and friend, as well as introspective journeys facilitated by plant medicine, Marie has come to understand that her true competence and service lies in embracing simplicity, stability, surrender, and stillness. By aligning with these energies, she has experienced tremendous clarity and peace.
Overcoming Fear and Embracing Change
Marie Forleo has confronted and overcome fears surrounding irrelevance and the fear of losing what she has built. Through open conversations with loved ones and introspective journeys, she has learned to quiet the noise of her ego and embrace her true desires. Marie recognizes that as she evolves and changes, what got her to her current success might not be what guides her to the next phase of her journey. By giving herself permission to explore new passions, simplify her life, and prioritize joy, she has found a depth of clarity and purpose that aligns with her authentic self.
The Importance of Support Systems
Marie Forleo emphasizes the importance of having supportive relationships while navigating personal and professional transitions. Conversations with her partner, Josh, and her friend, Kris Carr, have provided a safe space for discussing fears, self-doubt, and aspirations. They have served as sounding boards and sources of encouragement, helping Marie to gain perspective and release self-imposed pressures. These supportive relationships, along with practices like meditation and explorations with plant medicines, have helped Marie to question societal norms and align with her true desires, ultimately leading to a greater sense of fulfillment and joy.
Importance of Alternative Therapies for Healing
The podcast episode explores the potential of alternative therapies, such as plant medicine and unconventional therapies, to provide healing for various physical and mental health struggles. The speaker emphasizes the significance of these therapies, particularly for individuals dealing with addiction, PTSD, and other challenges. They highlight the need for open-mindedness and multiple options in addressing these issues, advocating for responsible discussion and exploration of alternative healing modalities.
Trusting Intuition and Following One's Own Path
The podcast delves into the importance of trusting one's intuition and finding the courage to follow a unique path. The speaker shares personal experiences of how their intuition guided them from a young age and how it continues to grow stronger over time. They discuss the value of connecting with one's intuition and how it can lead to making authentic choices in various aspects of life, including career, relationships, and personal well-being.
Reevaluating Metrics of Success and Embracing Simplicity
The podcast examines the concept of success and challenges traditional metrics of measuring achievement. The speaker encourages listeners to reevaluate what truly brings them joy and fulfillment, rather than focusing solely on external markers of success such as follower counts or financial goals. They discuss the importance of simplicity and stability in life, emphasizing the freedom and lightness that can be found when one aligns their desires and actions with their core values and inner wisdom.
Named by Oprah as a thought leader for the next generation and owner of one of Inc.’s 500 fastest growing companies, Marie Forleo has created a socially conscious digital empire that inspires millions. She’s the star of the award-winning show MarieTV and host of The Marie Forleo Podcast. And today, we are honored to welcome Marie back on Almost 30 for some quality girl talk!
In this episode, Krista, Lindsey and Marie chat about how enjoying your life is actually one of the greatest ways to serve others (AMEN!), and Marie’s spiritual journey to this realization. Plus, all of the tools that have supported her growth and evolution—we know how much the A30 community loves to discuss psychedelics. ;)
Get ready to laugh, as you gain valuable insight on how to live a more aligned, playful life!
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