The Lively Show

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

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