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Today’s May Favorites episode includes the fiction book that I can’t stop listening to, the tv show that inspires me every time I watch, and some items I’ve picked on my travels. In addition, I’m also sharing the popular fashion trends that I’ve noticed from women in France, Portugal, and London. This episode is perfect for anyone interested in hearing about what I’ve been loving in May as well as anyone who wants to hear a bit about the street fashion I’ve noticed in Europe so far.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Welcome to Season 3 of The Lively Show! Today I am SO pumped to share a big change in my own life that unfolded the week before I left for Europe and the process I applied to making that decision. In today’s episode, I’ll be sharing what it means to “put out a fleece” in order to make a huge life change. — I’ll be sharing where this idea comes from, how I used it in my own decision, and how you can apply this to your own life choices as well. This episode is perfect for anyone who is looking to hear about an exciting new development in my life (which felt scary when it first happened) and for anyone looking to learn about a new way to make big decisions with faith and as much clarity as possible. Also, because of this new and unexpected chapter of my life unfolding in real time, I’m going to be sharing the life experiences, perspectives, and lessons I’m learning as I follow this new path on solo shows each Thursday this summer during this “Lively Adventure.” Traditional Thursday interviews will resume later this summer/fall when I am back in the States. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   How I made this decision to sell my house and furnishings. Find out the forces in my life that told me why I needed to do this. How talking and writing to my intuition helped me decide. How my neighbor’s advice proved the “test” that I needed to complete this life task. How I’m loving the idea of flow in my life.   SHOW NOTES TLS Vlog #10: I Have A BIG Announcement! Story of Gideon from the Bible: Judges Ch 6:36-40Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today’s All Star episode comes from mid-way through season 1 of TLS, and made a huge splash back when it aired and is definitely worth a second listen — or a first time listen if you are new to the show. : ) Designer and blogger, Kate Arends, of the very popular Wit and Delight, goes into a wide array of subjects including what minimalism is really about, the perceived pressure she feels to make her home amazing, her past mental health challenges, and she dishes out the most reshared quote in TLS history about authenticity. This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to learn more about minimalism, authenticity, thriving with mental health issues, or designing for Target. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   How homeownership is going for Kate and her husband, and the journey they took to find the home they recently purchased. Kate’s thoughts on how minimalism has been warped in the design world. Why Kate has devoted herself to “optimal-izing” her struggles with perfectionism and control. The evolution of Kate’s design aesthetic as she creates her new home, and the pressures she can feel from creating a space given she has a new home line out for Target. The challenges Kate faced with working within the constraints of a launch with Target for Wit and Delight and how she navigated those challenges to create her collection. How the Target collection has changed Kate’s personally and in her career. How Kate stays grounded during such an upswing in her career. The struggles Kate has had with mental health issues including anxiety, depression, and ADHD and her wish for others with mental health issues. Kate shares her (brilliant and easy-to-understand) take on being authentic. What Kate would tell someone just starting out on this journey.   SHOW NOTES   Design Sponge Oh Joy Wit & Delight Target collection Life With Intention Online Kate’s post on minimalism post Kristoffer Carter Lively Show episode about perfectionism and uncertainty Chipper Things The Lively Show with Erin Gates about optimalizing perfectionismAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today’s TLS episode is one of the most listened to episodes of all time — and this All Star guest has personally influenced my daily habits in more ways than any other guest thus far. In this interview, hormone specialist, integrative nutritionist, and Flo Living founder, Alisa Vitti, shares some surprising facts and an entirely new way of approaching our lives. For example: Did you know that today’s traditional nutrition, work schedule, and exercise recommendations are all centered around male hormone patterns? Did you know things like PMS, cramps, unexplained infertility, low libido, PCOS, endometriosis, fibroids, and eczema are improved (or even fixable) by optimizing our hormones? This episode is perfect for women looking to understand how we can optimize our hormones to improve every aspect of our lives. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   What inspired Alisa to start a period club in the 6th grade with her friends. The intuitive feeling she had as a young woman that something wasn’t right in her body. The severe health issues Alisa experienced in her 20’s and how she finally discovered what was the cause of her problems. Why Alisa decided to find an alternative to her doctor’s recommendations for how to treat her Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). Alisa explains what hormones and the endocrine system are, why they are important, and why now is an especially important time for women to examine their hormonal health. Why Alisa’s protocol is helpful for any woman, not only women with serious issues like PCOS, fibroids, and endometriosis. Why I initially experienced resistance to learning about Alisa’s protocol. Why she believes in eating, exercising, and working differently throughout the month based on where you are in your cycle. Alisa’s advice to someone who is currently on the pill who would like to get healthy using the FLO protocol. Alisa’s advice to someone who might get criticized by friends and family about the new changes they are making. 3 baby steps you can take right now to get your health and hormones in balance. How having balanced hormones has given Alisa energy, focus. and power both during and after her recent pregnancy. What Alisa would tell someone just starting out on this journey.     SHOW NOTES   Flo Living WomanCode Alisa on Dr. Oz Functional Medicine DirectoryAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today’s Lively Show All Star is life coach and straight shooter, Brooke Castillo, of The Life Coach School and The Life Coach School Podcast. I have loved getting to know Brooke as a guest and friend since this interview first aired, and I still go back and listen to this episode to get a refresher on the truth and liberation that Brooke delivers in this interview. In particular, I LOVE the part where she shared that every emotion we think we will feel “once X, Y, or Z happens” is actually available to us right now, in this very moment. And the part about thoughts, emotions, and actions has become a powerful aspect of Work + Worth as well. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to understand the concept of “ego” (as I refer to it on the show) and wants to learn a step-by-step process to change negative thought patterns. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   How Brooke’s love for self-help developed early on and what books had the greatest influence on her growing up. What Brooke believes is the most influential tool in your life and how it affects and creates your feelings. Brooke explains how we can better access our intuition by observing our thoughts and understanding the ego. Why Brooke believes we should look at our thoughts as opinions, rather than facts. The common misconception about the Law of Attraction. How we can create a huge shift in how we feel day to day by changing the way we think about our to-do list. We both discuss our own struggles with weight and how we were able to find peace in that area of our lives. The danger in finding your worth in your work. Brooke shares about her ongoing struggle with doubt. What Brooke would tell someone just starting out on this journey.   SHOW NOTES   Women Who Love Too Much Loving What Is Women Food and God Eckhart Tolle Intuition Writing Exercise Self Coaching 101 eBook Self Coaching 101 Intention

Today we are kicking off a special series for May: we’re revisiting the most re-listened to episodes from Seasons 1 and 2 of TLS.  And I’ll be sharing the insights that have personally stuck with me the most from these incredible guests since the episodes first aired as well. To kick things off, we are starting with best-selling author Elizabeth Gilbert. In this episode, Liz shares on a variety of topics including one of her newest books, Big Magic, creativity, curiosity vs. passion, and her thoughts on being a trickster and student. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to have a more compassionate + creative life, career, and relationship with themselves. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   How Elizabeth’s childhood spent living on a farm contributed to her creativity. Why Elizabeth doesn’t preach passion to others, and what she thinks is a better alternative to passion. How she is repurposing and reclaiming the word “entitlement.” Why Elizabeth believes people shouldn’t quit their day jobs in order to be creative. Why she thinks service is not effective if you don’t love the work. How Elizabeth is able to avoid martyrdom in her life and solve conflicts in a creative and playful way. Why self-compassion is essential for a joyful and beautiful life. How Elizabeth distinguishes between the soul and the ego and how her soul has kept her going through rejection and scrutiny. What she believes is the best way to help others. How Elizabeth has come to understand and work with her psychological creative cycles. What Elizabeth would tell someone just starting out on this journey.   SHOW NOTES   Eat Pray Love Big Magic Magic Lessons Podcast Get your free audio copy of Big Magic, or any other book you’d like at Audible.com/livelyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today’s April Favorites is all about travel! I’ve spent countless hours trying to optimize my packing list for Europe since I’m traveling for an unknown amount of time (1-3 months?) to unknown destinations — with just a carry on and a duffle bag. Though I’m sure I will learn a lot along the way, I’m sharing the carry on, duffle bag, tech, clothing, and more that I’ve decided to at least start the trip with. ; ) This episode is perfect for anyone looking to hear how I’m approaching the open-ended trip, or for anyone looking to hear about some great clothing, tech, books, and TV shows to check out.  IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   My favorite new carry on, duffle bag, and computer case. My favorite new coat, sweater, and sandals for travel. The newest book that’s changed my life. My favorite TV show in April.   SHOW NOTES   Megan Bowers, Pictory Productions What’s in My Gluten-Free Grocery Bag Vlog Everlane Anorak Rain Coat Everlane Crewneck sweater The True Cost Good Life For Less Sequins and Stripes Away Travel Carry On Hitha on The Go Herschel Duffle Bag Sole Society Sandals Marble Macbook Case Women’s Anatomy of Arousal  Happy EndingsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today’s Lively Show is the season 2 finale! We are speaking with the incomparable Myleik Teele, founder of CurlBox and MyTaughtYou.com. Myleik was a huge hit on Season 1 and in today’s episode we are both answering listener questions from Myleik’s podcast, My Taught You. As you’ll hear, we each have slightly different approaches to life, and our conversation builds on one another’s perspectives in a way that is hopefully helpful and interesting. (And if you’d like to hear more episodes like this with Myleik [or other guests], please let me know!) This episode is perfect for anyone interested in hearing two slightly different viewpoints and shared perspectives on several different topics in life, love, and career. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   Myleik and Jess answer listener questions from Myleik’s podcast about life, relationships, wins, careers and more. They talk about breakups in a relationship and share their insights on how to deal with breakups and ways to regain focus and move ahead. They answer a question from a listener who needs to follow her intuition in order to find the career path that’s best for her. Myleik talks about one listener’s issue to “edit” or adjust her group of friends and the ways to go about having those hard conversations with friends. They talk about dealing with performance and mistakes in the workplace and how it can effect the longevity of one’s career. Myleik talks about dating and careers and how it is important to find a balance that works. She discusses how she incorporates a “work first” mentality into her current relationship and explains how it helps maintain their work values and fosters their personal connection together. Myleik talks about limits and boundaries and how we need to overcome the limits to move ahead with our lives.   SHOW NOTES   Conscious Uncoupling by Katherine Woodward Thomas TLS #52 : How to Hear From Your Intuition TLS #133 with Barrett Brooks of Fizzle.co TLS #124 with Brené Brown Crucial Conversation by Kerry Patterson The Queen’s Code TLS #73 with Jonathon Fields (GOOD LIFE PROJE

Today’s Lively Show is with a beloved returning guest, Dana Shultz, of Minimalist Baker. In today’s show, we’re discussing an unknown, ongoing health issue that has led to Dana losing about 50% of her hair over the past year and a half and triggered a host of life lessons along the way. The doubts, vulnerability, and concerns Dana discusses are ones that many of us can relate to in various aspects of our lives – aging, illness, weight gain/loss, body changes with pregnancy, and more. This episode is perfect for anyone struggling with an ongoing health or self-worth issue that wants to feel connection and a bit less alone in their journey. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   Dana discusses some of the events in her life since being on The Lively Show during season one and how the past year and a half has been a personal struggle for her to overcome. She tells us that she believes making drastic health and medical changes contributed to her current hair loss condition. Dana says at first, she believed it was a temporary issue, but it continued and possibly got worse, but this issue began to take an emotional toll on her as well as being more self-conscious with herself. She explains how she became more closed to others, depressed and her confidence diminished as her problem grew. Dana tells us that it took a while to overcome the block to talk to her friends and family about her problem, but by doing so, her confidence is increased. She talks about how she is becoming more accepting of her hair loss and how she is incorporating mindfulness in her daily life as to not spiral back into the denial and rejection phases. Dana attributes her ability to accept and deal with her problem by having gratitude and being thankful for the things she has in life. She tells us how meditation brings her the calmness, peace and stability she needs daily. Dana shares her letter to her intuition that she wrote and how it has helped her talk through the things that were holding her back. She mentions how skeptical she was about tapping into her intuition, but by doing so, she has created a better place for herself in her life. Dana tells us that she has learned to listen to her body’s physical needs and to control her stress to avoid the spiral effect of a problem.   SHOW NOTES   The Lively Show with Dana Shultz (Season One) Write To Your Intuition – Mini Course The Lively Show – Meditation Apps Insight Timer Woman Code – Alisa Vitti Skin Cleanse by Adina Grigore Skin Deep App

Today on The Lively Show, I’m answering your April questions! We’ve got a bevy of topics including: how I stay positive and get out of a rut, what my Europe trip plans look like, my advice for new business owners in Chicago, how to say no to opportunities that provide money (that you don’t really want to do), how to handle unwanted gifts, what qualities I’m looking for in a “Mr.”, and more. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to learn a bit more about how I live my own life, or how to handle a variety of personal, career, or business situations.  IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   What’s your sleep schedule/how much sleep do you usually get? I’m curious about how your plan to regulate your hormones and get your cycle back after going off the pill is going? Are you still eating gluten and dairy free? What else has helped? How are things going with your value of pleasure? What would your advice be to a young entrepreneur in Chicago just starting out?  How do you process and apply the fantastic advice and ideas from all the guests on the show? There are rarely episodes where nothing resonates with me. How do you manage it all? What is your favorite ice cream flavor? What are your top 3 guests you’d like to have on the show that you haven’t yet? What do you enjoy doing on your free time? An individual from the past and the present who have had the most influence on you & why? I’d love to know how you manage your daily tasks and get the stuff you need done balanced with the stuff you WANT done. I find there’s not much time for “me” unless I plan for it but then I default to sleep/netflix/youtube. Wondering how you manage it? Also, do you use a planner and/or task management software or to do list? What scent of candles you like to burn?  I’d love to hear an update on your upcoming trip.  What are you most afraid of?  Sunsets or sunrise? How do you say no to work opportunities that don’t feel right in your gut but pay well?  I’m trying to balance the stress of looking for a job post grad with trying to stay calm about how long it’s taking and how many of my friends are already employed. Any tips on how to stay focused and moving forward with getting my career started while also keeping my ego in check and staying calm? What are some of the qualities that you are looking for in the next “Mr.”? And, would you take his name in your personal life and/or in your professional life?  You’ve mentioned running before – what is your routine, are there other fitness activities you do on a regular basis? Have you or do you work with a trainer? My question is how do you stay so positive, and on the days when you’re feeling less than great, what do you do to turn things around? Have you ever suffered from self-help exhaustion? How do you overcome this to get out of your head and back into your heart? I’m trying to be super intentional about the quality & amount of things in our home an