The Lively Show

Today’s Lively Show guest is Myleik Teele, someone I adore following – especially on Instagram – for her straight-shooting take on life and career. Myleik Teele is the founder of curlbox.com, a popular subscription box service specializing in African American hair products, and the voice behind mytaughtyou.com and the My Taught You podcast. Myleik shares what she’s learned from being radically authentic, how she deals with fear, and what she’s learned throughout her journey in life, relationships, and business. This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to hear an honest, inspiring journey or lean into their own authenticity in a greater way. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   How Myleik had 1000 people interested in her new business overnight. What lead to Myleik getting a DUI when she was starting her company and how she overcame the criticism she received because of it. How she responds to people who may not like her brutal honesty on social media. What it takes to it to the next level in your life, career and relationships. Why Myleik took 15 vacations last year. What she does to make time for reading every day. The difficulties Myleik encountered when she started making making more money than most of her friends. Why Myleik says that making more money didn’t make her happy. Her daily organizational method for getting things done. What Myleik would tell someone just starting out on this journey.     SHOW NOTES   BWR public relations Care.com Curlbox.com Behuetiful.com Mytaughtyou.com Myleik’s Podcast The 48 Laws of Power Maximize the Moment The Personal Touch Q: The Autobiography of Quincy Jones How to Make Love Like a Porn Star

Today on The Lively Show I’m talking with Mimi Ikonn, a co-founder of Luxy Hair and YouTube sensation. I was introduced to Mimi through her husband’s co-author of The Five Minute Journal, UJ Ramdas (who was on the show last December). Since my introduction to Mimi, I’ve become a huge fan of her helpful style videos and positive message. In the show, we’ll be diving into the incredible journey filled with ups, downs, and hard work that has led Mimi to the inspiring, world-traveling life she now leads. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to hear an inspiring story of someone with humble beginnings who wasn’t afraid to go after what she wanted throughout her life – and the unexpected lessons she learned going from working two full-time jobs to help support her family, to having all the time, freedom, and money she wanted.  IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   What made Mimi want to move from Baku, Azerbaijan to Canada when she was 15. Why she decided to quit college after her first year. How Mimi helped support her family by working two full time jobs. Why she doesn’t worry about failure or making mistakes. What led Mimi and Alex to start Luxy Hair and why they decided to shift their career focus from selling services to selling products. Why Mimi fell into depression when she got all the time, money, and freedom she wanted. How she discovered that purpose, not success, is what leads to happiness. Why Mimi believes that routine and working with other people are vital for happiness. How a 10 day silent meditation retreat helped her discover her own purpose. What Mimi would tell someone just starting out on this journey.     SHOW NOTES   The Five Minute Journal Luxy Hair AICI Judy Inc Mimi’s Cookbook: Healthy and Delicious  Vipassana Meditation The 4-Hour Workweek Total RecallAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today on the Lively Show, I’m speaking with Jessica Turner of the blog, The Mom Creative, and author of The Fringe Hours. As a busy wife, mom (of three little ones), and blogger with a full-time job, Jessica is often asked how she makes time for self care and several passions amidst her busy schedule. The Fringe Hours became an answer to this question from Jessica’s experience as well as the lives of 2,000 other women across the country. In the show, we’ll discuss what the fringe hours are, how we can find them in our own schedules, and how to overcome a few core limiting beliefs that can prevent us from prioritizing self-care. This episode is perfect for anyone who is feeling burned out, empty from a lack of self-care, or frustrated by the concept of finding balance in their lives.  IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   What inspired Jessica to write her book, The Fringe Hours. The importance of leaving space in our schedules. How and when to say “no.” How to avoid and overcome comparison to people we know personally or follow online. Why envy can be a helpful and powerful emotion. What Jessica believes is “the new perfect.”  How she makes time for her passions every day despite her busy schedule. How to find time during your day to do things you enjoy. How she overcame her own doubts to write her book. What Jessica would tell someone just starting out on this journey.     SHOW NOTES   Jessica’s blog, The Mom Creative The Fringe Hours Shauna Niequist on entertainingAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today on The Lively Show I’m talking with another host of a podcast you might know… Jonathan Fields! Jonathan is the force behind the YouTube channel and podcast, Good Life Project. He’s interviewed hundreds of thought leaders (like Seth Godin), creatives (like Marie Forleo and Milton Glaser), and mission-minded people (like Brené Brown). In today’s show, we are looking at various aspects of his own life, his findings on intuition and uncertainty, and he shares his (brilliant!) “three basket theory” that has changed the way I approach my life and work. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to get a huge dose of inspiration, thoughtful insights on uncertainty, and a new way to look at getting the most out of every aspect of your life. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   What inspired him to start The Good Life Project. How Jonathan makes choices so that he can be more present in the lives of his wife and daughter. He explains his method of meditating and how his meditation practice helps him in his everyday life and with the creative process. What it means to align our actions with our essence rather than living reactively to other peoples’ agendas. Why it’s okay and even exciting to not have it all figured out. Why uncertainty is a good thing and what we give up when we avoid it. The daily rituals and routines that can help fuel creativity. Why he believes that making decisions from the intuition rather than the rational brain can be scary yet powerful. His counter-intuitive theory of the 3 buckets and why he believes that you can improve and strengthen one area in your life by focusing on the other areas. What Jonathan would tell someone just starting out on this journey.     SHOW NOTES   Interview with Jonathan for Good Life Project Uncertainty Intuition is Data Good Life Project Kathryn Elise StudioAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today on the Lively Show we’re talking with Crystal Palecek, the founder and Editor-in-Chief of the popular online interior design and lifestyle magazine, Rue Magazine. Crystal recently gave birth to her first child, Benjamin Andrew Palecek, on April 14th. Just a few weeks before his birth, Crystal shared openly with me about the challenges she’s had during her pregnancy, and what she’s learned about the intersection of pregnancy and perfectionism. Plus, I help Crystal set some Values-based intentions to help her peacefully navigate this season of her life as well. This show is perfect for anyone who wants to hear about the intersection of perfectionism, pregnancy, and setting Values-based intentions to guide peaceful choices amidst uncertainty. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   How she started Rue magazine. How Crystal juggled her full-time job while launching of her business. Crystal’s advice to anyone wanting to start an online magazine. The #1 trait Crystal looks for when hiring (hint: it’s not talent!). What Crystal thought pregnancy would be like before she got pregnant, and how her actual experience was dramatically different. How her pregnancy has intersected with perfectionism. How Crystal sets boundaries between work life and personal life. How this pregnancy experience has inspired her to go deeper in the content of Rue. Jess helps Crystal set Values-Based Intentions for her exercise and eating habits. What Crystal would tell anyone just starting out on this journey     SHOW NOTES   Brene Brown Rue Magazine Crystal’s Instagram Katie Craig ArtAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In today’s Lively Show we are speaking with our first repeat guest from Season 1, Caroline Rector, the writer behind the popular fashion blog, Un-Fancy. Caroline has blogged her journey to live with a capsule wardrobe and inspired thousands of readers to reconsider what it means to have a wardrobe they love. Today on her blog, Caroline shared her decision to take a six month break from her blog as she moves to Seattle. In today’s episode she’s sharing her decision to do so, how she has approached her blog compared to her previous photography business, and what she has learned about “traditional” success over the past year. This show is perfect for anyone who has struggled with traditional approaches to success, or wants to hear an inspiring story about someone who is choosing to step away from a “really good thing” when prompted by her intuition.    IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   What inspired her to start her blog, Unfancy. Why Caroline and her husband are moving from Austin to Seattle for six months and the steps they took to make the move possible financially. Why she has decided to take a break from blogging for the next six months, even as her blog has become highly successful in a short amount of time. The practice that helped her come to this difficult decision. What Caroline thinks she may learn through this experience. How Caroline defines success and why her idea of what success is has changed dramatically. The surprising reason Caroline believes Unfancy might have become a success. What might be next for Caroline. Our advice to someone who needs to take a break but may not be able to because of financial reasons. What Caroline would say to someone who is just starting out on this journey.     SHOW NOTES   Un-fancy.com Intuition writing exercise Indiana ElsewhereAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

  Today’s episode is a lively conversation with author, wordsmith, and thought leader, Alexandra Franzen. Alexandra’s website is a go-to resource for me when it comes to finding how to say what isn’t always easy to say. She’s got a wealth of information and soul-filled guidance to share. In today’s show we are covering a wide variety of topics including: getting the most out of our day, scheduling our calendars with intention, amazing books that have changed our lives, and saying no to people in a graceful and respectful way. This show is perfect for anyone looking to listen to a thought-provoking conversation around ways we can live our lives deliberately and peacefully. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   Why Alexandra bought a house at age 24, and how she realized that home ownership wasn’t as important for her as she originally thought. The message that flipped one of Alexandra’s least productive days into one of her best days of the year. Why the “Today is not over yet” mentality does not necessarily mean working more. I share Jonathan Field’s 3 baskets theory to help us understand how to get more out of our lives in all areas. Alexandra shares the habit change that has improved her mental clarity and her writing. How she approaches her fitness as a deliberate experiment. What Alexandra’s next book topic will be. How Alexandra transforms saying “no” into a positive experience for both people. Our favorite books right now. What Alexandra would tell someone just starting out on this journey     SHOW NOTES Alexandrafranzen.com Jonathanfields.com Essentialism by Greg McKeown Less by Marc Lesser The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo Die Empty by Todd Henry Alexandra’s post inspired by the Martha Graham quote PDF for The Life Changing Magic of Tidying UpAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today’s episode of The Lively Show is touching on a topic we haven’t covered yet: sex. Painful sex, to be specific. Jesse Coulter is a wife, mother, blogger (JesseCoulter.net), full-time marketing coordinator, and co-founder of the Austin-based custom furniture company, Builtwell. In today’s show, Jesse is opening up about her struggle with painful sex throughout much of her adult life. Jesse isn’t sharing as an “expert” or someone who “has it all figured out.” She’s simply sharing her heart and still unfolding story with us – so that those who may also be struggling with a similar journey may feel a little less alone. I deeply hope that this show reaches those who may benefit from Jesse’s bravery. This topic is commonly kept secret, increasing the sense of isolation for those struggling with similar issues. This episode is for anyone who struggles with painful sex, or for anyone who would like to learn more about what challenges this issue can present for those who face it.  IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   The handmade furniture business that Jesse and her husband, Alex, started  (which Mr. Lively and I were the first customers of!). The circumstances that Jesse believes may have caused the symptoms and pain she now experiences during sex. The diagnoses that Jesse has had over the years, some she’s felt were accurate and others that were not. The different types of treatment that Jesse has done to treat the symptoms and their varying success. What Jesse believes is most effective for her now. What Jesse has done to overcome the frequent yeast infections that plagued her for years. How Jesse and her husband navigate the issues surrounding the pain Jesse experiences during sex as a couple. What Jesse and Alex have found helps to keep their intimacy alive. Jesse’s own personal relationship with sex, given the difficulties she’s faced over the years. What Jesse would tell someone just starting out on this journey.   SHOW NOTES   JesseCoulter.net Austin Moms Blog where Jesse is a contributor Photo of the table and benches Jesse and Alex made Builtwell Wrinkle Product: Rodan + Fields Acute Care Strips Vulvodynia Vaginismus.com Radiantlifedesign.com Lean In Jesse’s email address: jessercoulter(at)gmail(dot)comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Welcome to the start of the second season of The Lively Show! Today’s episode is with bestselling author of The Miracle Morning, keynote speaker, and success coach, Hal Elrod. Hal will be sharing huge highs (shattering sales records, living the life of his dreams), and how he overcame huge lows (getting killed in a car crash, being told he’d never walk again, $53,000 of debt, and depression). Plus, he’ll be sharing the six practices that we can all begin to add to our days in less than an hour to transform our own lives. This episode is for anyone who loves to hear an incredible journey, or wants to live more intentionally through six effective daily habits. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   How Hal broke several sales records at his first sales position and landed a speaking career in his early 20’s. The two key traits that led to breaking many sales records throughout Hal’s career. The tragic accident that ended his life for six minutes. The mindset Hal had that led to an incredible and almost complete recovery that baffled his doctors who told him he would never walk again. How Hal strikes balance between fully accepting his circumstances and striving for the extraordinary life he truly wants. The second rock bottom that Hal experienced in his life that sent him into an even deeper spiral than the death/near death experience he had in his early 20’s. The simple, practical steps that Hal took to get himself out of over $50,000 in credit card debt, depression, and fear during the darkest period of his life. The quote that changed Hal’s life around during a challenging period. The six practices that Hal recommends we all do in the morning to expand our level of personal development and potential. Hal shares his advice on making actionable, realistic affirmations and visualizations. The mindset shift that helped Hal write his second book after failing two years previously. What Hal would say to those just starting out on this journey.   SHOW NOTES   Pat Flynn To see photos of the Hal and his car after the accident: http://halelrod.com/about-hal/ Taking Life Head On! Intention Tattoos The Miracle Morning Miraclemorning.com (to get the Miracle Morning Fast Start Kit) The Five Minute Journal

Today is the 1st Anniversary Special and season 1 finale for The Lively Show! And I have the perfect guest to celebrate with. Today’s guest is Pat Flynn, an incredibly genuine and successful business owner with a blog and podcast called Smart Passive Income. Pat owns several companies, and documents his business successes and failures on his blog each month. In this episode, we talk about the mindset shifts and personal habit changes he’s made from when he got laid off from his architecture job in 2008, to today, where he regularly earns around $100,000 per month(!). We also discuss his business Values, personal life Values, and how he prioritizes his wife and children. This episode is perfect for anyone who is looking to design a career based on their Values, or wants to learn from someone who has achieved massive success personally and financially while staying grounded along the way. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   How getting laid off from his first architecture job eventually led to an unusual entrepreneurial start. How Pat launched his first product and earned almost $8,000.00 in the first month. The mindset shifts that Pat has made from getting laid off to earning up to $100,000 per month. What Pat would tell himself back in 2008 to get himself prepared for the journey and abundance that was headed his way. The why (or Values-based intention) behind Pat’s business that creates the incredible amount of earnings that he has, and also helps him determine which opportunities to say no to. The boundaries that Pat sets for his career so it doesn’t overshadow his relationship with his wife or children. How Pat handles the limiting beliefs around not “deserving” so much financial success. The personal habit shifts that Pat has made, including his morning rituals that have allowed him to spend less time in his career and still get more work done. What Pat would say to those just starting out on this journey.   SHOW NOTES   Smart Passive Income blog + podcast Ask Pat Internet Business Mastery Podcast Green Exam Academy Secrets of the Millionaire Mind Hal Elrod’s book, The Miracle Morning Hal Elrod on Smart Passive Income The Tim Ferriss Show Headspace