Charis Your Life with Charis Santillie

Today I want to talk about making mistakes. And I’m going to share with you a recent mistake I made, the stream of thoughts that flooded my mind as soon as it happened, how my body reacted, the emotions that overcame me, what I said, and then what I did to do my best to resolve it. What You’ll Learn:- How I accidentally sent an email template out to my entire email list- What I said out loud when I realized that I’d made the mistake (ok, I don’t share exactly what I said because I didn’t want to have to give this show an explicit rating…)- How my body and mind quickly went into their innate fear responses - How I calmed and centered myself so that I could focus - What I did to resolve it within a handful of minutes- How I turned it into a gift How often have you—and do you still—beat yourself up over your mistakes?Are you able to calm yourself and take action to resolve them as best you can and then forgive yourself and move forward? Resources: - Get my FREE 7-minute training ‘Your First Step to Better Life Balance’ https://charisyourlife.com/freetraining - Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/charisyourlife - Follow me on Facebook: https://facebook.com/charisyourlife/ - Follow me on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/charisyourlife/- Follow me on YouTube: https://charisyourlife.com/youtube/- Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/charisyourlife/- Follow me on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/charisyourlife/- My website: https://charisyourlife.com/ 

Today I'm sharing with you a new, 5-minute version of my story that I recently created for North America's largest inspirational speaking competition, Speaker Slam. I'm honored to share that during the live final round, I placed 5th out of 100 registrations. The theme was ‘Impact’ and my speech is titled 'Bracing for Impact.' Resources: - The doors to my signature program ‘Busy to Balanced’ are now open, but only for a limited time. This is the only way to work with me live. To learn more and grab your spot, go to charisyourlife.com/yes- Get my FREE 7-minute training ‘Your First Step to Better Life Balance’ https://charisyourlife.com/freetraining - Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/charisyourlife - Follow me on Facebook: https://facebook.com/charisyourlife/ - Follow me on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/charisyourlife/- Follow me on YouTube: https://charisyourlife.com/youtube/- Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/charisyourlife/- Follow me on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/charisyourlife/- My website: https://charisyourlife.com/

Charis Chats with Jim Carlisle about his experience with living a balanced life. Jim is an entrepreneur at heart. He owns multiple businesses and commercial and residential real estate parcels. Jim is also a partner in a National law firm with a focus on business/corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and growth and exit/succession planning. He helps business owners plan for and engineer their exit transactions. He also is a health and wellness fanatic and a dedicated husband and father.You can find Jim on Linked In at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimcarlisle/ Resources: - Join my signature program ‘Busy to Balanced’ – Doors are NOW OPEN, but only for a limited time https://charisyourlife.com/yes- Get my FREE 7-minute training ‘Your First Step to Better Life Balance’ https://charisyourlife.com/freetraining - Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/charisyourlife - Follow me on Facebook: https://facebook.com/charisyourlife/ - Follow me on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/charisyourlife/- Follow me on YouTube: https://charisyourlife.com/youtube/- Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/charisyourlife/- Follow me on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/charisyourlife/- My website: https://charisyourlife.com/

Whether or not you consider yourself artistic or creative, I guarantee you’ll get something out of this episode. One of my hobbies as a child was drawing, and of my more recent hobbies is painting.  What You’ll Learn:- How this episode is in honor of my artistic Mom, who would have turned 73 last week- What Brené Brown said about creativity- How creativity has been scientifically proven to be connected to the right side of the brain- 9 lessons I’ve learned from drawing and painting that can be applied to lifeI hope you embrace one or more of these lessons in your own life!  Resources: - Go take a look at fun photos of some drawings and paintings by me, as well as a few by my Mom: https://charisyourlife.com/blog/life-lessons-from-drawing-and-painting- Sign Up for my FREE Workshop ‘3 Days to Better Life Balance’ (September 26-28, 2022) https://charisyourlife.com/workshop - Get my FREE 7-minute training ‘Your First Step to Better Life Balance’ https://charisyourlife.com/freetraining - Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/charisyourlife - Follow me on Facebook: https://facebook.com/charisyourlife/ - Follow me on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/charisyourlife/- Follow me on YouTube: https://charisyourlife.com/youtube/- Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/charisyourlife/- Follow me on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/charisyourlife/- My website: https://charisyourlife.com/

Have you ever felt inconvenienced by needing to schedule personal appointments like a routine doctor’s appointment, a car service, taking care of things around the house, or taking care of something for your partner, parents, or children?I remember feeling so busy that I didn’t have time for these types of things. If it was something that I really needed to be done right away, I would often do it with a feeling of resentment and annoyance.I have come to learn that if you’re willing to practice some new things and if you’re willing to be wrong—then one step at a time, you can rewire yourself to choose differently. I did it and so can you. What You’ll Learn:- What I used to say to myself when I would put things off, especially things for myself- What my life is like now in regards to being busy- How choosing differently starts with small things- What short sentence was on one of the most clever social media posts I’ve ever seen- What you may really be waiting for Now that I understand more about how our brains work, I really get how hard it seems to break our habits, because every change we make, every new choice, shows up internally—especially to the survival part of our brain—as if we are stepping out of our comfort zone and heading into a danger zone, even when the changes would make us happier. Waiting for anything is a decision you are making and you may want to check in on the reason behind it. Oftentimes your survival brain is confused, and in trying to keep you safe, it’s actually keeping you from something that could help set you free from your old, unhealthy habits.I am hosting a live 3-day workshop coming up September 26-28th about finding Better Life Balance. Come join me. It’s totally free and I know you will get value from spending this time with me. Speaking of time, it’s not a huge time commitment. It’s only one hour per day. You can sign up at https://charisyourlife.com/workshop.  Resources: - Sign Up for my FREE Workshop ‘3 Days to Better Life Balance’ (September 26-28, 2022) https://charisyourlife.com/workshop - Get my FREE 7-minute training ‘Your First Step to Better Life Balance’ https://charisyourlife.com/freetraining - Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/charisyourlife - Follow me on Facebook: https://facebook.com/charisyourlife/ - Follow me on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/charisyourlife/- Follow me on YouTube: https://charisyourlife.com/youtube/- Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/charisyourlife/- Follow me on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/charisyourlife/- My website: https://charisyourlife.com/

Today I’m talking about being a ‘Wisdom Seeker.’A friend of mine describes me as a ‘seeker’ because I am always seeking improvement and wanting to learn about myself, figure things out, and really engage in life.I used to chase after external things in life, and boy would I grasp at things, experiences, and people that I thought would bring me success and happiness. Somewhere along the way, I discovered that wasn’t working.So now I’m a seeker of wisdom. What You’ll Learn:- What being a ‘Wisdom Seeker’ means to me- What a life of full self-expression means for me- How I chose new coaches and programs to enroll in this year- How I discern between FOMO and my wise inner voice- How learning is a cure for what ails you I hope that my podcast helps you learn and find some wisdom about your own life. And I hope you never stop being a Wisdom Seeker yourself. Resources:- Sign Up for my FREE Workshop ‘3 Days to Better Life Balance’ (September 26-28, 2022) https://charisyourlife.com/workshop- Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/charisyourlife- Follow me on Facebook: https://facebook.com/charisyourlife/- Follow me on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/charisyourlife/- Follow me on YouTube: https://charisyourlife.com/youtube/- Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/charisyourlife/- Follow me on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/charisyourlife/- My website: https://charisyourlife.com/

Today is the first ‘Charis Chats’ bonus episode! My guest, Felicia Bender, Ph.D. – The Practical Numerologist® is devoted to helping audiences uncover their life's purpose—and so much more—with Numerology.She is the author of “Redesign Your Life: Using Numerology To Create The Wildly Optimal You,” “Master Numbers 11, 22, 33: The Ultimate Guide,” and “The Ultimate Guide To Practical Numerology: Mapping Your Path & Purpose.”Felicia is the resident numerologist for AstroStyle.com and is featured in many media outlets, including Refinery 29, Women’s Health, elephant journal, and more.I've had the pleasure of working with Felicia through her programs and one-on-one. I thought it would be especially fun to have this episode on my birthday since the day we were born and our birth names are the foundation of our numerology charts. What You’ll Learn:- How understanding numerology is similar to understanding Morse code- How the different elements of your chart can help you understand what you’re here to do and how you’re going to do it- What the focal point is during different cycles of life- What the life path number is, and how to calculate it- Why knowing your personal year number and where you are in your nine-year cycles is like “knowing the theme to the party”- How fitting my numbers are to me and my journeyNumerology can be a practical guide while offering supportive validation of your life. Resources:- Learn more about Felicia Bender, Ph.D. – The Practical Numerologist® – and grab her FREE resources at: https://feliciabender.com/ - Sign Up for my FREE Workshop ‘3 Days to Better Life Balance’ (September 26-28, 2022) https://charisyourlife.com/workshop  - Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/charisyourlife - Follow me on Facebook: https://facebook.com/charisyourlife/ - Follow me on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/charisyourlife/- Follow me on YouTube: https://charisyourlife.com/youtube/- Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/charisyourlife/- Follow me on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/charisyourlife/- My website: https://charisyourlife.com/

This week (on September 7th), I turn 47 years young/old! Years ago, I came across a little 3”x5” notebook with a panda bear on the cover that had my Mom’s handwritten notes inside about the day I was born.I haven’t read this in many years, so it’s almost as if I’m reading it for the first time with you today, and you get to hear my reactions as I go. What You’ll Learn:- Who delivered me into this world (It’s hilarious!! It could be straight out of a Marvel comic book!)- How she felt throughout the experience and her interactions with my Dad and the nurses- How my parents chose my name “Charis” This notebook is a sweet gift from my Mom. She passed away in 2013, and I’m so grateful I found this story of my birthday. Resources:- Sign Up for my FREE Workshop ‘3 Days to Better Life Balance’ (September 26-28) https://charisyourlife.com/workshop - Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/charisyourlife - Follow me on Facebook: https://facebook.com/charisyourlife/ - Follow me on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/charisyourlife/- Follow me on YouTube: https://charisyourlife.com/youtube/- Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/charisyourlife/- Follow me on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/charisyourlife/- My website: https://charisyourlife.com/

Today, I am sharing a special memory connected to overcoming fears and trauma. I went skydiving with my husband Don when we were dating in 1995, barely a year after my family’s tragic hot air balloon accident. That may sound crazy, and yet it was one of the most amazing things I've ever done.I’ve kept journals sporadically throughout my life, and just a few days ago, I happened across an entry I wrote right after we jumped out of the plane. During today’s episode, I read that for the first time in 27 years, plus I share some additional story snippets.Here’s one excerpt from my journal: “I've gained a little more peace with myself. It's so confusing and frustrating to try to decide when, where, and how to take risks.” What You’ll Learn:- How I initially went along for the ride, not intending to jump- Why I decided to jump out of a plane by myself- How I felt as I climbed out to the plane’s wing arm and let go- My parents’ reaction when they found outI wanted to share this story to show what's possible. I hope that it will give you a little drop of courage to help you overcome a piece of your past in some way. Resources: - Check out a fun photo of Don and me just after we skydived: https://charisyourlife.com/blog/leap-of-faith - Get my FREE 7-minute training ‘Your First Step to Better Life Balance’ https://charisyourlife.com/freetraining - Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/charisyourlife - Follow me on Facebook: https://facebook.com/charisyourlife/ - Follow me on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/charisyourlife/- Follow me on YouTube: https://charisyourlife.com/youtube/- Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/charisyourlife/- Follow me on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/charisyourlife/- My website: https://charisyourlife.com/

Do you know the KISS principle? It’s an acronym for “keep it simple stupid.” It was first coined in 1960 by aircraft engineer Kelly Johnson as a design principle for the U.S. Navy.We had our own version of the KISS principle in my family. (Listen in to hear what it is!) In the past, I had a tendency to make things complicated. What I tend to notice now is that often when I start to feel frustrated, irritated, anxious, desperate, frenetic, pressured, worried, or overwhelmed, that’s my cue that something needs to be simplified. What You’ll Learn:- Why Kelly Johnson first used the KISS principle (It’s an interesting origin story!)- What the eight most common variations of the phrase are- What my family’s special version of the phrase is- Why we often make things more complicated than they really are, or need to be Start to pay closer attention to your feelings and see if there’s any connection to something that you’ve made complicated, and ask yourself, “How can I simplify this?”There are always ways to simplify our lives. Resources:- Get my FREE 7-minute training ‘Your First Step to Better Life Balance’ https://charisyourlife.com/freetraining - ‘Whole Brain Living’ by Jill Bolte Taylor, Ph.D. https://amzn.to/3Nm8JYU- Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/charisyourlife - Follow me on Facebook: https://facebook.com/charisyourlife/ - Follow me on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/charisyourlife/- Follow me on YouTube: https://charisyourlife.com/youtube/- Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/charisyourlife/- Follow me on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/charisyourlife/- My website: https://charisyourlife.com/