The Lively Show

Welcome to a new Lively Show! Today I’m answering a great listener question about how to quit without feeling like a quitter. I’m sharing three different scenarios where we can “feel” like we are quitting. However, two of them are not quitting at all, and the third is something we can address and move past when it happens from time to time. Let’s go to the show! IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   The conference I’m excited to be speaking at in March. The three scenarios where we might “feel” like we are quitting, when that isn’t really the case. Why two of these scenarios are not quitting at all, and why the third scenario isn’t necessarily quitting, if we look at from the right perspective.   SHOW NOTES   Texas Style Council Caroline Rector Lively Show Erin Loechner Lively Show Becky Murphy Lively Show The Five Minute JournalAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

This Lively Show is thanks to a tag @shanderson22 left for me on Katie Richardson’s Instagram photo that declared, “stop the glorification of busy.” I’m talking with the incredible Katie Richardson, a wife, mother of four littles, and the founder of the practical and stylish children’s line, Puj. This episode is more of a conversation than a traditional interview. Katie and I both explore the challenges, triumphs, and limiting beliefs we face when it comes to detaching ourselves from busy-ness. This episode is perfect for anyone who is over-scheduled, overwhelmed, or wants to drop the word “busy” from their vocabulary. In This Episode You’ll Find Out About:   How Katie and her family lived on $120 a week in order to start her company, Puj, and how it later became a million dollar business in it’s first year. The lessons Katie learned about being authentic in her business, while still being professional. Katie’s newest product release that is currently on Kickstarter. How Katie came to the realization that we need to stop the glorification of busy. The struggles Katie and I still face in our lives and careers when it comes to getting help and delegating. The struggles I’ve had lately overcoming the limiting beliefs that come with comparing our own abilities to other people’s abilities. The challenges Katie and I have both faced when putting boundaries on technology, and the habits we have found useful to combat the temptation to check social media all the time. The areas of her personal life that Katie gets help with and how she determined which things she needed to delegate, based on her company and personal Values. How to determine which things to do yourself, and which things to delegate. How Katie weaves her Values into her business and makes decisions based off them, particularly when difficult decisions pop up. What Katie would tell someone just starting out on this journey.       SHOW NOTES:   Katie got a lot of inspiration from Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less Puj.com Puj Tub Phillup Cup Kickstarter Campaign Puj Nub Awaken the Giant Within: How to Take Immediate Control of Your Mental, Emotional, Physical and Financial @pujbaby (IG)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today on the Lively Show, I have an awesomely helpful episode that is as eye-opening as it is easy to start applying to your life today! I’m talking with Jay Papasan, a bestselling writer and co-author of New York Times Bestselling book, The One Thing. Jay’s insights are incredible, there is SO much goodness for you to dive into.  Don’t miss it! This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to find clarity in their life and improve their results from family to career. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   How Jay got started as a writer and how that’s shifted over the years. The reason we should expand our definition of success in our chosen field to include more than just working for oneself. What sparked the concept for “The One Thing.” How the power of compound interest literally brings incredible results in physics and our lives. The question that helps you discover the One Thing for each area of your life you must focus on. How technology is making it harder for us to focus on The One Thing. The biggest mistake we make when tackling our to-do list, and how to change it. The difference between a to-do list and a success list. Our misconceptions about the idea of multi-tasking. How to plan your day and your future with your One Thing in every area of your life. What Jay would suggest for those just starting out on this journey.   SHOW NOTES   Gary Keller Real Estate The ONE Thing The ONE Thing website The Slight Edge The 4-Hour Workweek The Fringe Hours Soci@l Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In today’s Lively Show, I’m tackling a great listener question: How can we prevent getting off track when life gets busy?  This is a great topic to discuss right now, as we wrap up the first month of 2015. I’m sure there are many plans you may have had in mind at the start of the year that may be feeling a little daunting as your schedule ramps up. This episode is perfect for those who are trying to stay on top of their plans amidst a busy schedule, or who have fallen off track and want to get back on a consistent schedule. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   The new business + blog bonuses that are now part of Life With Intention Online. My biggest tips about staying on track when things get busy. The reason it starts to feel harder to stay on track when life gets busy. The #1 Value to keep in mind when you haven’t been staying on track.   SHOW NOTES   Alt Summit LifeWithIntentionOnline.com   Business With Intention Workshop At Home   Wish I Knew ebookAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today on The Lively Show, I’m talking with Elizabeth Piper, one half of the duo behind The Pretty Girl Revolution. We’re talking about how Elizabeth and her business partner, Mary, are out to redefine the word “pretty” in our culture and empower young women through their mission-minded coaching, speaking, and workshops. As an alumni of Life With Intention Online, Elizabeth is also sharing what her experience was like, who she recommends it for, and how it compared to the recent Mini Series. This show is perfect for anyone looking to learn more about how to turn a message into a mission-minded career, or for anyone looking to learn about LWIO from a member’s perspective. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   How Elizabeth became passionate about empowering young women. Why Elizabeth and her business partner Mary want to shift the perception of what pretty is in our culture through The Pretty Girl Revolution. How the tragic loss of her mother has helped Elizabeth connect to her intuition in greater ways. Inventive ways that Elizabeth is reaching a new audience on Instagram that can benefit from their message. Ways we can support The Pretty Girl Revolution. What Elizabeth’s experience was like in Life With Intention Online: who she recommends it for, what she feels could have been different, and how it compares to the Intention Setting Mini Series. What Elizabeth would tell someone just starting out on this journey.   SHOW NOTES   Pretty Girl Revolution website / Instagram Life With Intention Online  Marianne Williamson quote Live the questions quoteAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today’s a big day for three reasons: Life With Intention Online registration is now open! You can learn more and sign up here. I’m headed to Alt Summit in Salt Lake City tomorrow to host a podcasting roundtable with Hilary Walker. I have a new Lively Show episode for you! Today I’m answering a listener question about how to silence the doubts when making big decisions. I’m sharing my three tips to help you gain confidence when making big decisions and handle those pesky “what ifs.” Let’s go to the show! IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT & SHOW NOTES   What to do when you face doubts about making a big decision. The mindset shift we need to make in order to make big decisions. How to gain more confidence when facing uncertainty. Three go-to exercises to help you overcome the doubts.   SHOW NOTES   Life With Intention Online Alt Summit Hilary Walker’s podcast, Our Style Stories How to write to your intuitionAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today on the Lively Show, I’m having a very open, honest conversation with illustrator, graphic designer, author, and friend, Becky Murphy about the “not-so-Instagram-y” side of small business. In more of a dialogue than an “interview,” we dive into the doubts, struggles, and mistakes we’ve made on our paths as entrepreneurs. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to learn about challenges of small business, or for small business owners who are looking to feel a little less alone when things feel hard. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   How Becky went full-time with her freelance career. What the first year of business was like for Becky as a freelancer and the stresses she faced internally. How pride gets in our way and causes undue stress based on our assumptions about our business growth. Why getting a book deal was actually an obstacle (in some ways) for her business. What to do when you are fixated on a version of success that is making you miserable. The challenges and breakthroughs that come with letting go of expectations in your business. The shiny penny I’ve been grappling with lately that I’ve learned I need to let go of in order to find peace. What Becky would tell someone just starting out on this journey.   SHOW NOTES   I’d Rather Be Short Elizabeth Gilbert Ted Talk about success Jon Acuff, Start: Punch Fear in the Face, Escape Average and Do Work That Matters Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead The E-Myth Revisited The Go-Giver: A Little Story About a Powerful Business Idea Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of LessAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today on The Lively Show I’m talking with Lively Show associate producer, Ashley, about beating the “New Year’s Blues.” Ashley lives here in Austin and has quickly become a good friend since I moved here last summer. Since then, she’s also become the “Intention Tattoo Dream Fulfiller” and is helping me with The Lively Show. This show style is fun, lighthearted, and may become a more regular occurrence on Tuesdays, if you enjoy the format. (Please let us know if you’d like to hear more episodes like these!) In this episode, we are talking about what Ashley calls the “New Year’s Blues” and what you can do to beat them. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT & SHOW NOTES   What Ashley believes the New Year’s Blues are. The importance of “good” Targets and McDonalds ice cream. Our suggestions for people facing New Year’s Blues. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today I’m kicking off the 2015 Lively Show guest episodes with Tina Roth Eisenberg! Tina is a designer, blogger, keynote speaker, and founder of: Tattly – A temporary tatttoo shop in Brooklyn that I work with to produce the intention tattoos. Creative Mornings – A monthly worldwide lecture series. TeuxDeux – My very favorite to-do app ever. Swissmiss – Her popular design blog. In the show, we talk about how Tina uses her Values to design her businesses and her interactions with her family. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to get inspired to live from Values in their lives, or want to hear an very humble woman share her amazing journey. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   Tina’s advice for those waiting for the right time to start a new chapter like starting a passion project, business, or having a child. How Tina manages her many businesses. The unlikely spark that started Tattly, Tina’s temporary tattoo company. How Tina balances her career and her time with her children. The impact that having a working mom had on Tina. Why Tina believes businesses should always begin as labors of love. Tina has four major Values for her life and businesses and she shares how she designs her businesses and life around them. Examples of how Tina lives her Values with her children. Why Tina consults her children about the things and asks for feedback. How Tina defines success. How Tina handles opportunities and choices that scare her. What Tina would tell someone just starting out on this journey.   SHOW NOTES   Life With Intention Online Intention Setting Mini Series  Tina’s blog, Swissmiss Tattly Creative Mornings TeuxDeux Watch Tina’s talks here Life With Intention Online Tina’s SXSW talk about values Intention Tattoos The Double Rainbow videos – Original Double Rainbow video / Double Rainbow Song Kitchen SurfingAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today I’m sharing my brand new Intention Setting Mini Series I’ve been working on for you over the past few weeks! The free three part video series will be launching with the first video on Thursday, but you can sign up to get access to the mini series here (please note: if you are on my email list you do still need to sign up in order to access the course). The mini series will only be available for a short time, so you’ll want to sign up for free now. Plus, I’m also sharing the key habits and changes I recommend trying to design your life around your intentions in each area of your life from closet to career.  IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT & SHOW NOTES   Intention Setting Mini Series – starts on Thursday! POSSESSIONS Throw Out 100 Things Challenge Keys to An Intentional Wardrobe The Ventilator Test Try a capsule wardrobe PERSONAL HABITS Get an accountability partner Create Linchpin habits Focus on Rituals Eating intuitively: Kelly Krause podcast episode, Lauryn Lax podcast episode, my story The Five Minute Journal: UJ Ramdas (co-author) podcast episode Approachable Meditating: Eric Zimmer podcast episode, Rachel MacDonald podcast epsisode Create a Morning Private Victory The Miracle Morning RELATIONSHIPS Get closer to people through the Value of Reciprocity CAREER Find the life lessons in this career Purpose is within you, not the thing you do