Your Dream Life with Kristina Karlsson

This podcast explores the power of calm, especially during December’s hustle. Discover simple practices for moments of stillness that can recalibrate your day. Learn to lower expectations gently and prioritize presence over perfection. Kristina emphasizes setting boundaries to protect your energy and highlights rest as essential, not secondary. She introduces a calming one-minute practice that invites reflection on your needs. Tune in for valuable insights on creating a more peaceful mindset this holiday season.

As we approach a new year, get ready to consciously design 2026! Discover how transformation begins from within and why shifting your habits is crucial. Visualize your future self feeling proud and aligned by the end of 2026. Reflect on what you want more of, less of, and pinpoint your top three dreams to bring clarity and focus. Learn to create a dream roadmap while building monthly habits to achieve your goals. Plus, the importance of community and coaching can accelerate your journey toward a meaningful year!

Reflecting on the past while embracing possibility is key as December begins. A C.S. Lewis quote inspires listeners to change their endings by taking small, courageous steps. Kristina encourages journaling to learn from the year without judgment. She emphasizes starting tiny to build momentum toward big dreams. Imagine how you want the year to end and focus on specific goals. With a coaching program theme centered on future self-empowerment, listeners are invited to explore their dreams and take actionable steps today.

In this engaging conversation, Alex Soojung-Kim Pang, a productivity expert and author of 'Rest,' shares insights on why working less can actually enhance creativity. He discusses how rest is an active process that rejuvenates ambitious minds. Alex emphasizes the importance of environment changes, like cafés and travel, for sparking creativity. He also outlines effective work routines, the role of sleep, and strategies like evening planning for maximizing productivity. His personal journey and reflections on life balance make for a thought-provoking listen.

The host dives into the vital balance between work and rest, emphasizing that both are essential for crafting a dream life. High-achievers often overlook the importance of guilt-free rest, which is crucial for clarity and creativity. Practical tips are shared, including setting boundaries and planning rest. A book recommendation on the topic inspires further exploration. The message is clear: to achieve dreams, one must recharge, reminding listeners that energy stems from restorative moments.

Discover 25 transformative reflections and journaling prompts for personal growth and clarity. Learn how daily writing can untangle overwhelm and ignite progress through tiny actions. Embrace fresh starts, meaningful habits, and the power of gratitude. Dive into creating a morning ritual, tracking what matters, and addressing obstacles with compassion. Find strength in community and let your values guide decisions while gently building a wellness foundation. Celebrate small wins and take intentional steps toward your dreams with courage and clarity.

Discover how small, easy actions can shape your journey to success. Learn the power of consistency with tiny habits like drinking water and journaling. Understand the difference between positive choices and neglected ones that lead to failure. Kristina urges you to take one small action towards your dreams today. Plus, there’s an exciting opportunity to join a book club focused on building impactful habits. Tune in for motivation that emphasizes progress over perfection!

Caring for someone you love when they're going through a significant is one of the greatest privileges of a lifetime - and also one of the hardest seasons you will ever walk. In this episode, I sit down with award winning health journalist and author, Casey Beros. Casey’s latest book, Next of Kin - What to Expect When You’re Expecting to Care for Someone You Love, was born from her deeply personal experience caring for her beloved dad through a terminal diagnosis of mesothelioma. Our conversation is raw, honest, practical and full of heart. We talk about what really happens behind the scenes when someone you love becomes seriously ill, and how to keep showing up with love without completely burning yourself out. Here are just a few of the beautiful takeaways waiting for you: Why there is no “person with the clipboard” - and how to step into your role as an advocate in the medical, legal and emotional side of care, even if you feel totally unprepared. Simple ways to care for yourself when you have “no time” - including Casey’s brilliant micro habits approach that takes just one minute at a time. How to talk about death, grief and the “after” in a healthier way, including what Casey learned from death walker and educator Zenith Virago. A powerful reminder not to wait for “one day” to live your dream life, book the trip and enjoy the people you love while they are still here. Whether you are currently a carer, you love someone who is, or you simply want to be better prepared for life’s inevitable seasons, this episode will hold your hand and gently nudge you into action. Press play, and if you are ready for more support in designing a life you love - even in tough seasons - explore our Dream Life Coaching here: https://www.yourdreamlifestartshere.com/course As always, I’d LOVE to hear what resonated most with you - so please share and let’s keep the conversation going in the Dream Life Podcast Facebook Group here.     Have a wonderful weekend …and remember, it all starts with a dream 💛 Kristina x Dream Life & kikki.K Founder P.S. If you’re ready for guided support, explore Dream Life Coaching here: https://www.yourdreamlifestartshere.com/course 💛 SHOW NOTES: Casey’s latest book, Next of Kin - What to Expect When You’re Expecting to Care for Someone You Love, Buy Kristina's book, Your Dream Life Starts Here Follow Kristina on Insta and TikTok If you feel it's time to take a leap and invest in you, join: My Platinum Coaching Program where in November our focus will be on Setting the Right Mindset for a brilliant 2026. Learn more here.   My Dream Business Book Club here. In November, we'll be reading and learning from: The Lean Startup, by Eric Ries - a million copy best-seller. My online personal Growth Book Club GROW, November, where we'll be reading and squeezing the learnings out of Inner Excellence: Train Your Mind for Extraordinary Performance and the Best Possible Life, by Jim Murphy. Learn more here. Dream Life Community Facebook Group: Connect with like-minded dreamers. RESOURCES: Sign up to our email list here to hear about upcoming workshops. Take your first step to getting clarity on what you want from life with this free bonus dreaming exercise here 101 Dreams Audio Guide  Buy Kristina's book, Your Dream Life Starts Here Discover how close you are to living your Dream Life. Take our 5min Quiz here and get personalised insights emailed to you...    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week brings a spark of motivation inspired by Alexander the Great's wisdom. Exploring how simply trying—even imperfectly—can shift your mindset, the discussion emphasizes the importance of taking bold steps toward your dreams. Learn why sharing dreams aloud can amplify your belief and momentum. Kristina encourages listeners to set audacious goals rather than settling for what's realistic, inviting everyone to pick one seemingly impossible dream and take a small action to begin making it a reality.

Discover the transformative idea that living your dream life requires letting go of your old one. Explore mindset shifts essential for moving from comfort to courage. Kristina shares practical journaling prompts to kickstart your journey toward a brighter 2026. Learn how to shed limiting beliefs and embrace small, effective changes for lasting impact. Join her for insights from her Dream Life Coaching Program and get ready to take actionable steps to create a life filled with freedom, joy, and purpose.