Your Dream Life with Kristina Karlsson

Discover the transformative power of a personal ritual known as Inspiration Fridays. The host shares how sacred Friday mornings reignited her creativity, featuring coffee, journaling, and reflections on joy and courage. Learn why filling your cup is essential for personal growth and how to establish your own ritual. Delve into simple journaling prompts that reconnect you with your passions and the magic of aligning with your core values. Get ready to embrace a routine that truly energizes you!

Welcome to another short but empowering episode of Monday Motivation, giving you a dose of inspiration as you head into your week... Today, we explore the wisdom of Seneca the Younger and how this timeless quote reminds us that without clarity and direction, even the strongest winds won’t help us: “There is no favorable wind for the sailor who does not know where to go.” Here are three key takeaways you can expect from this episode: A powerful journaling question that can spark clarity and direction in your life. Why choosing just one dream to focus on can lead to real progress. A simple daily practice to stay aligned with your dream life goals. Take this opportunity to learn how to get unstuck by identifying and committing to just one meaningful dream. As always, I’d LOVE to hear what resonates with you from this episode and what you plan to implement after listening in. 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 💛  K 💛 Dream Life & kikki.K Founder SHOW NOTE Join my Platinum Coaching Program (NEW Member Trial offer - save $200!) - where in June our focus is on Planning Your Quarter 3. Align your plans with your vision. Reflect, refine, and reenergise for continued success - and join in our  monthly habit of Daily Movement!  Integrate daily movement to rejuvenate your body and spirit for the second half of the year. Learn more here.  Join my virtual book club GROW for June where we meet weekly on Zoom to discuss and squeeze the learnings from great books. This June we're reading:  The Let Them Theory: A Life Changing Tool That Millions of People Can't Stop Talking About, by Mel Robbins & Sawyer Robbins. NEW Member trial offer - just $9! 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.

Hey there! Have you ever felt that quiet whisper inside that says, “This isn’t the life I’m meant to live…”? If that sounds familiar, today’s episode is especially for you. I’m joined by the inspiring Zoe Marshall—someone who's been to rock bottom and risen with power, grace, and purpose. Zoe has just released her wonderful new book Arise: Manifest a Life You Deserve, and in this episode, she shares her raw journey from deep trauma to transformation. This isn’t about manifesting dream cars and luxury holidays (although, hey, if that’s your dream, go for it). It’s about learning how to get to neutral when life feels like too much. Zoe calls it “co-creation,” and it’s where manifestation and real results happen. Here’s what you’ll walk away with: 💫 A deeper understanding of what it means to truly co-create with the universe 🧠 Insight into how your thoughts, feelings, and beliefs shape what shows up in your life ❤️ Practical guidance for healing and creating from rock bottom 📓 Powerful inspiration to begin (or return to) journaling as a daily anchor Zoe’s journey is proof that your past does not define your future. She’s a walking example of how to rise—again and again—and I know you’ll find a piece of yourself in her story. So pop in your earbuds, grab your journal, or head out for a walk—whatever works for you. But do this one thing for yourself: listen in. Because your dream life? It’s waiting for you. As always, I’d LOVE to hear what resonates with you from this episode and what you plan to implement after listening in. So please share and let’s keep the conversation going in the Dream Life Podcast Facebook Group here.     Have a wonderful weekend 💛 Kristina  Dream Life & kikki.K Founder SHOW NOTES: Join my Platinum Coaching Program (NEW Member Trial offer - save $200!) - where in June our focus is on Planning Your Quarter 3. Align your plans with your vision. Reflect, refine, and reenergise for continued success - and join in our  monthly habit of Daily Movement!  Integrate daily movement to rejuvenate your body and spirit for the second half of the year. Learn more here.  Join my virtual book club GROW for June where we meet weekly on Zoom to discuss and squeeze the learnings from great books. This June we're reading:  The Let Them Theory: A Life Changing Tool That Millions of People Can't Stop Talking About, by Mel Robbins & Sawyer Robbins. NEW Member trial offer - just $9! 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.

Welcome to another short and empowering episode, giving you a dose of inspiration as you head into your week... Today, we explore a powerful quote by C.S. Lewis reminding us that while we can’t change our past, we have full power over how our story ends: “You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.” Here are three key takeaways you can expect from this episode: Why you are never behind—and how to show yourself compassion when starting over. A simple journaling prompt to help you get clear on the ending you want to write. How taking just one tiny brave step can shift your entire trajectory. Take this opportunity to learn how to reset your mindset and take purposeful action toward your dream life—knowing that change begins exactly where you are now. As always, I’d LOVE to hear what resonates with you from this episode and what you plan to implement after listening in. 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 💛 Dream Life & kikki.K Founder SHOW NOTE Join my Platinum Coaching Program (NEW Member Trial offer - save $200!) - where in June our focus is on Planning Your Quarter 3. Align your plans with your vision. Reflect, refine, and reenergise for continued success - and join in our  monthly habit of Daily Movement!  Integrate daily movement to rejuvenate your body and spirit for the second half of the year. Learn more here.  Join my virtual book club GROW for June where we meet weekly on Zoom to discuss and squeeze the learnings from great books. This June we're reading:  The Let Them Theory: A Life Changing Tool That Millions of People Can't Stop Talking About, by Mel Robbins & Sawyer Robbins. NEW Member trial offer - just $9! 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.

Can you believe it? We're already halfway through the year. Six months behind us. Six months ahead. Whether that fills you with pride or a little bit of panic, this episode is your gentle nudge to pause… and reflect. 💫 In today's podcast, I’m inviting you into a powerful mid-year moment. A reset. A chance to check in with yourself, your routines, and your dreams – and to reimagine what the next 182 days of the year could look like. In this episode, I walk you through a simple and powerful three-step process that will help you: 🌱 Reflect on what’s been working (and what’s not) with loving honesty. 🌟 Revisit your dreams — whether you’ve let them go quiet or you're ready to set new ones. 🔄 Redesign your daily routines so they actually support the life you want. This is the kind of work we do inside the Dream Life Coaching Program — and June is the perfect time to join. You don’t have to wait for another January to get inspired and take action. The truth is, the next six months could change everything… but only if we show up with intention. As always, I’d LOVE to hear what resonates with you from this episode and what you plan to implement after listening in. 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 💛 Dream Life & kikki.K Founder SHOW NOTES: Join my Platinum Coaching Program (NEW Member Trial offer - save $200!) - where in June our focus is on Planning Your Quarter 3. Align your plans with your vision. Reflect, refine, and reenergise for continued success - and join in our  monthly habit of Daily Movement!  Integrate daily movement to rejuvenate your body and spirit for the second half of the year. Learn more here.  Join my virtual book club GROW for June where we meet weekly on Zoom to discuss and squeeze the learnings from great books. This June we're reading:  The Let Them Theory: A Life Changing Tool That Millions of People Can't Stop Talking About, by Mel Robbins & Sawyer Robbins. NEW Member trial offer - just $9! 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.

Welcome to another short and empowering episode of Monday Motivation, giving you a dose of inspiration as you head into your week... Today, we explore a powerful reminder from Angela N. Blount about how unexpected changes can lead us somewhere magical... “Sometimes the most scenic roads in life are the detours you didn’t mean to take.” Three key takeaways you can expect: How to quickly shift your mindset when life doesn't go to plan. The power of reframing so-called ‘mistakes’ into meaningful redirections. Five practices to help you embrace detours and stay open to life’s surprises. Take this opportunity to learn how to turn frustration into discovery, and use those moments when things go “wrong” as invitations to explore something new. It's a great reminder that life’s magic often happens outside the plan—and those unplanned moments might just bring you closer to your dream life. As always, I’d LOVE to hear what resonates with you from this episode and what you plan to implement after listening in. So please share and let’s keep the conversation going in the Dream Life Podcast Facebook Group here.     Have a wonderful week …and remember, it all starts with a dream 💛 K 💛 Dream Life & kikki.K Founder SHOW NOTES: Join our wonderful retreat on 22nd May to reconnect to you, and learn how you can run your own solitude retreats for yourself. Join my Platinum Coaching Program (NEW Member Trial offer - save $200!) - where in May our focus is on Manifesting Your Dream Life - and turning vision into reality. Our Monthly Habit: Daily guided meditation. Commit daily to visualise your dream life and attract abundance.. Learn more here. Join my virtual book club GROW for May where we meet weekly on Zoom to discuss and squeeze the learnings from great books. This May we're reading The DOSE Effect: Small Habits to Boost Your Brain Chemistry, by TJ Power. Today’s fast-paced world leaves many of us struggling with extreme emotional highs and lows caused by chemical imbalances in our brains, brought on by the pressures of modern life and constant digital connectivity. Neuroscientist TJ Power shares how you can reset and balance your brain chemistry with simple, everyday habits to lead a happier, healthier, and more productive life. NEW Member trial offer - just $9! 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.

Hi there, I'm so excited to share this week's episode — it’s a good one! This time, I’m joined by the incredibly inspiring Dr. Anna York-Weaving, a Cambridge PhD scientist, academic coach, podcaster, and fellow lifelong learner. Anna's passion for learning and growth is contagious, and I just knew I had to bring her on to share her real-life experience and wisdom with our community. In this insightful conversation, Anna shares her journey from growing up in Ukraine to earning a scholarship to study in the UK — eventually achieving her childhood dream of studying at Cambridge. But it wasn’t all smooth sailing [is it ever?!] She opens up about her early struggles at university, how she overcame failure, and the pivotal moment she decided to transform not just her results but her entire approach to learning. Here’s what you’ll take away from this episode: How to learn smarter, not harder — and why reviewing information matters more than cramming it in. The power of visualisation and writing down your dreams — with a surprising story involving one of my books! Why setbacks are not failures but stepping stones to your future strengths. How to build habits like morning rituals that support your dream life (even with toddlers in tow!). It's an episode full of practical strategies, inspiring mindset shifts, and warm encouragement. If you're feeling a little stuck or unsure of your next step, Anna’s story will give you a beautiful nudge forward. Tune in — and let’s keep dreaming big, together. As always, I’d LOVE to hear what resonates with you from this episode and what you plan to implement after listening in. 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 💛 Dream Life & kikki.K Founder SHOW NOTES: Join our wonderful retreat to reconnect to you, and learn how you can run your own solitude retreats for yourself. Join my Platinum Coaching Program (NEW Member Trial offer - save $200!) - where in May our focus is on Manifesting Your Dream Life - and turning vision into reality. Our Monthly Habit: Daily guided meditation. Commit daily to visualise your dream life and attract abundance.. Learn more here. Links for Anna: York-Weaving Education Academic Coaching for Parents Podcast  LinkedIn  Youtube Join my virtual book club GROW for May where we meet weekly on Zoom to discuss and squeeze the learnings from great books. This May we're reading:  The DOSE Effect: Small Habits to Boost Your Brain Chemistry, by TJ Power. Today’s fast-paced world leaves many of us struggling with extreme emotional highs and lows caused by chemical imbalances in our brains, brought on by the pressures of modern life and constant digital connectivity. Neuroscientist TJ Power shares how you can reset and balance your brain chemistry with simple, everyday habits to lead a happier, healthier, and more productive life. NEW Member trial offer - just $9! 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.

Welcome to another short and empowering episode of Monday Motivation, giving you a dose of inspiration as you head into your week... Today, we explore a powerful quote from the French philosopher Voltaire, that bluntly reminds us to focus on our own lives and take responsibility for what we can control: “We must cultivate our own garden.” Three key takeaways you can expect: Discover what it really means to ‘cultivate your own garden’—and how this philosophy applies to your everyday life. Learn five gentle but impactful ways to start tending to your mindset, energy, and habits today. Understand how to protect your peace, set boundaries, and reconnect with what truly matters. Take this opportunity to reflect on how to nurture your inner world and create beauty and meaning - right where you are. As always, I’d LOVE to hear what resonates with you from this episode and what you plan to implement after listening in. So please share and let’s keep the conversation going in the Dream Life Podcast Facebook Group here.     Have a wonderful week …and remember, it all starts with a dream 💛 K 💛 Dream Life & kikki.K Founder SHOW NOTES: Join my Platinum Coaching Program (NEW Member Trial offer - save $200!) - where in May our focus is on Manifesting Your Dream Life - and turning vision into reality. Our Monthly Habit: Daily guided meditation. Commit daily to visualise your dream life and attract abundance.. Learn more here. Join my virtual book club GROW for May where we meet weekly on Zoom to discuss and squeeze the learnings from great books. This May we're reading The DOSE Effect: Small Habits to Boost Your Brain Chemistry, by TJ Power. Today’s fast-paced world leaves many of us struggling with extreme emotional highs and lows caused by chemical imbalances in our brains, brought on by the pressures of modern life and constant digital connectivity. Neuroscientist TJ Power shares how you can reset and balance your brain chemistry with simple, everyday habits to lead a happier, healthier, and more productive life. NEW Member trial offer - just $9! 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.

Hello! In this week’s episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the inspiring Francesca Specter—author of Alonement: How to Be Alone and Absolutely Own It. And wow, what a beautiful and important conversation this turned out to be. If the idea of being alone feels scary or uncomfortable - or maybe even a bit boring - then this episode is 100% for you. We’re diving into why solitude isn’t something to escape… it’s something to embrace. Francesca shares so honestly her own journey as an extrovert learning to love her own company, and how solitude has become a joyful, nourishing part of her life - how it can become that for you too - and how it benefits you. We talk about: The difference between loneliness and alonement—and why it matters. How to carve out alone time (even with a full life) without guilt. Practical tips to enjoy your own company and use solitude as a tool for creativity and clarity. How journaling, rituals, and walking in nature can become sacred acts of self-connection. You’ll likely walk away with a new perspective on what it means to be alone—and how choosing solitude can actually bring you closer to yourself, your dreams, and your deepest clarity. So light a candle, grab a cuppa, or pop in your ear buds and go walking... and press play on this warm and soul-nourishing chat. Whether you're an introvert, extrovert, or somewhere in between, there’s something truly powerful here for you. Because you, my friend, are worth taking time for. As always, I’d LOVE to hear what resonates with you from this episode and what you plan to implement after listening in. 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 💛 Dream Life & kikki.K Founder SHOW NOTES: Join our wonderful retreat to reconnect to you, and learn how you can run your own solitude retreats for yourself. Buy Alonement here... Join my Platinum Coaching Program (NEW Member Trial offer - save $200!) - where in May our focus is on Manifesting Your Dream Life - and turning vision into reality. Our Monthly Habit: Daily guided meditation. Commit daily to visualise your dream life and attract abundance.. Learn more here. Join my virtual book club GROW for May where we meet weekly on Zoom to discuss and squeeze the learnings from great books. This May we're reading:  The DOSE Effect: Small Habits to Boost Your Brain Chemistry, by TJ Power. Today’s fast-paced world leaves many of us struggling with extreme emotional highs and lows caused by chemical imbalances in our brains, brought on by the pressures of modern life and constant digital connectivity. Neuroscientist TJ Power shares how you can reset and balance your brain chemistry with simple, everyday habits to lead a happier, healthier, and more productive life. NEW Member trial offer - just $9! 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.

Welcome to another short and empowering episode of Monday Motivation, giving you a dose of inspiration as you head into your week... Today, we explore a powerful quote by Abraham Maslow, reminding us that at any given moment, we have a choice... "At any given moment we have two options: to step forward into growth or to step back into safety." — Abraham Maslow Here are three key takeaways you can expect from this episode: How to recognise the daily decision points where you can choose courage over comfort. The power of taking tiny brave steps to build momentum and confidence. How to create a simple but powerful daily ritual to keep you on a growth path. Take this opportunity to learn how to gently push past your comfort zone with small and meaningful action steps. As always, I’d LOVE to hear what resonates with you from this episode and what you plan to implement after listening in. So please share and let’s keep the conversation going in the Dream Life Podcast Facebook Group here.     Have a wonderful week …and remember, it all starts with a dream 💛 K 💛 Dream Life & kikki.K Founder SHOW NOTES: Join my Platinum Coaching Program (NEW Member Trial offer - save $200!) - where in May our focus is on Manifesting Your Dream Life - and turning vision into reality. Our Monthly Habit: Daily guided meditation. Commit daily to visualise your dream life and attract abundance.. Learn more here. Join my virtual book club GROW for May where we meet weekly on Zoom to discuss and squeeze the learnings from great books. This May we're reading The DOSE Effect: Small Habits to Boost Your Brain Chemistry, by TJ Power. Today’s fast-paced world leaves many of us struggling with extreme emotional highs and lows caused by chemical imbalances in our brains, brought on by the pressures of modern life and constant digital connectivity. Neuroscientist TJ Power shares how you can reset and balance your brain chemistry with simple, everyday habits to lead a happier, healthier, and more productive life. NEW Member trial offer - just $9! Learn more here. Dream Life Community Facebook Group: Connect with like-minded dreamers. Dr Ellyse pod episodes: 72: Dr Elise Bialylew: Benefits of Meditation, Mindful in May & Being Kind to Yourself #116: EMBRACING HAPPINESS & CALM THRU SIMPLE MEDITATION, WITH Dr Elise Bialylew   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.