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What if the key to your happiness isn’t chasing a perfect life—but learning to collect daily points of joy? In this episode, Dr. Judith Joseph shares the science behind how we feel and introduces the 5Vs—a framework to help you reclaim your joy, validate your emotions, and reconnect with your true self. She breaks down why high-functioning depression often goes unnoticed, and how we can shift our beliefs, honor our needs, and design lives that actually feel good. Dr. Judith Joseph is a board certified psychiatrist and researcher who specializes in mental health and trauma. Her debut book, High Functioning: Overcome Your Hidden Depression and Reclaim Your Joy, is the first of its kind on high functioning depression. SPONSORS • Shopify | Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/tll • This show is sponsored by BetterHelp | Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/TLL TIMESTAMPS 1:54 Dr. Judith’s Journey Into Mental Health 3:34 The Aha Moment That Changed Everything 6:23 What Depression Really Means 12:08 High-Functioning Depression 14:49 Preventing Emotional Burnout 17:32 The 5 V’s Methodology 29:19 Becoming More Joyful 33:27 The Science Of Happiness 38:26 Dealing With Loved Ones 43:37 Dr. Judith’s Approach To Life 53:02 Final Message  FOLLOW DR. JUDITH JOSEPH • Instagram • Facebook 🎙️Complete show notes for this episode here 📹The video version of this interview is available on YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube LAVENDAIRE • YouTube • Instagram

What if you could reinvent yourself and unlock your full potential by stepping into a powerful alter ego? In this episode, Todd Herman explores how creating an alter ego can help you shift your identity, mindset, and behaviors for success. He shares how this method enables individuals to overcome self-doubt and break through limitations. By using specific tools and frameworks, anyone can transform their approach to challenges and become the person they aspire to be. Todd Herman is an author, performance advisor, and entrepreneur. For 22 years, his training company, Herman Performance Systems, has focused on helping achievers and ambitious people in sports & business achieve wildly outrageous goals while enjoying the process. Todd’s company provides a suite of programs serving Olympic athletes, Entrepreneurs and Leaders. His program, 90 Day Year, a performance system designed to create remarkable results for business owners, has won the Stevie Award for 'Global Leadership & Skill Development Program of the Year’, twice. SPONSORS • Cozy Earth | Enjoy 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more with the code TLL at CozyEarth.com TIMESTAMPS 2:32 Todd’s Journey 6:11 Laying the Foundation 8:59 How to Build Momentum 11:50 The Alter Ego Concept Explained 19:25 Advice for Those Struggling 27:06 Overcoming Resistance 31:27 Creating Your Alter Ego 42:54 The 90-Day Program 49:03 Balancing Compassion & Toughness 53:19 What Needs to Change 57:51 Final Words of Wisdom FOLLOW TODD • Website • Instagram • Upcoach 🎙️Complete show notes for this episode here 📹The video version of this interview is available on YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE PODCAST • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube LAVENDAIRE • YouTube • Instagram

Have you ever wondered how to tap into your inner wisdom and unlock your true potential? In this episode, Amy Robeson guides us through the transformative world of the Akashic Records and Light Codes, showing how they can bring clarity and support to every aspect of our lives. She explains how to access this powerful energy for healing and personal growth, whether you’re seeking answers in relationships, career, or your inner journey. Amy Robeson, Akashic Record Master Teacher/Healer, and founder of Sacred Awakening empowers people through her powerful Akashic Records program. Amy speaks Light Codes and Light Language, and she shows you how to walk your divine path. SPONSORS • Hugz | Get 20% off your first order with the code TLL at givehugz.co • Shopify | Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/tll • BetterHelp | This show is sponsored by BetterHelp | Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/TLL TIMESTAMPS 02:07 Amy’s Story 09:13 Akashic Records 21:46 Live Practice Session 31:18 Crystalline Energy 33:29 Light Codes 36:00 Live Practice Session 45:19 Amy’s Spiritual Practices 49:49 Manifesting Abundance 52:28 What Inspires Amy 55:25 Final Words of Wisdom FOLLOW AMY • Website • TikTok • Instagram • Meditation • Healings & Activations 🎙️Complete show notes for this episode here 📹The video version of this interview is available on YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE PODCAST • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube LAVENDAIRE • YouTube • Instagram

Have you ever wondered how past experiences live in your body—and how you can release them? In this episode, we dive deep into somatic psychology—exploring how the body stores trauma and how movement, breath, and awareness can unlock healing. We discuss different therapy modalities, bodywork, and practices that support deep healing—helping you understand how to process stored emotions and reconnect with your body’s wisdom. Dr. Brian Tierney bridges the gap between ancient magic and modern psychotherapy. As a professor of clinical neuroscience, psychological assessment, and psychopharmacology, Dr. Tierney introduces an innovative paradigm for trauma healing, somatic psychology, neuroscience, and social artistry in his upcoming book, "Visionary Somatics." SPONSORS • Shopify | Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/tll • This show is sponsored by BetterHelp | Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/TLL • Quip | Save 20% sitewide, plus a FREE travel case and countertop at getquip.com/tll TIMESTAMPS 01:44 Dr. Brian’s Story 04:19 What is Body Work? 5:56 Somatic Psychology 9:16 Trauma Stored in the Nervous System 29:33 Processing Your Past 33:16 Artistic & Physical Modalities  44:11 Dr. Brian’s Book 1:06:15 Final Thoughts FOLLOW DR. BRIAN TIERNEY • Instagram • The Boundless Body Podcast • Website 🎙️Complete show notes for this episode here 📹The video version of this interview is available on YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE PODCAST • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube LAVENDAIRE • YouTube • Instagram

Have you ever wondered how to tap into your intuition and use it to guide your life? In this episode, Zoey shares her journey of discovering her intuitive gifts and turning them into her life's calling. She’ll guide you through unlocking your inner wisdom, distinguishing intuition from fear or doubt, and trusting your higher self in every decision. Zoey also highlights the importance of spiritual hygiene and offers practical tools to protect and restore your energy.  Zoey Greco is an Intuitive Development Mentor, Top-Ranked Podcaster, Oracle Card Creator and Claircognizant Empath who uses her gifts of psychic vision, healing, and empowerment to help individuals live Spirit-led, authentic lives. She helps others experience healing, discover community, and feel far less alone in their spiritual and personal journeys.  SPONSORS • GiveHugz | Get 20% off your first order with the code TLL at givehugz.co • Shopify | Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/tll FOR OUR LISTENERS 💝 2025 Artist of Life Workbook | Get 20% with code TLL at shop.lavendaire.com TIMESTAMPS 03:40 Zoey’s Journey 10:02 What Zoey Loves Most 20:20 What Numerology Reveals About You 29:45 What It Feels Like to Be Zoey 37:03 Intuition vs Ego: Which Guides You? 50:10 Spiritual Hygiene: Protect Your Energy 57:07 The Power of Self-Discovery 1:04:59 Zoey’s Final Message FOLLOW ZOEY • Website • Instagram • Podcast 🎙️Complete show notes for this episode here 📹The video version of this interview is available on YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE PODCAST • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube LAVENDAIRE • YouTube • Instagram

Ready to step into a life full of intention and authenticity?  In this episode, we dive into how cultivating awareness and befriending your mind and body can lead to a more meaningful, fulfilling life. Discover powerful tools to quiet your mind, reclaim your energy, and align your life with what truly matters. This conversation will give you the confidence to live with intention, create deeper fulfillment, and design a life that’s more meaningful, more authentic, and more YOU than ever before.  Willem Kuyken is the Ritblat Professor of Mindfulness and Psychological Science at the University of Oxford, United Kingdom. His work focuses on preventing depression, promoting mental health, and flourishing across the lifespan. He has published more than 150 journal articles and was named by Web of Science as in the top 1% of the most cited scientists in the world in 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023. SPONSORS • Quip | Save 20% sitewide, plus a FREE travel case and countertop at getquip.com/tll • This show is sponsored by BetterHelp | Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/TLL • 23andMe | Get 10% off at 23andme.com/TLL. Total Health membership includes services initiated and performed by third-party clinicians and lab providers through the 23andMe platform. Additional terms and conditions also apply. See 23andme.com to learn more. Total Health Membership not available to residents of HI, NJ, NY, RI and US territories. Check with your FSA/HSA administrator to confirm eligibility. TIMESTAMPS 2:00 Dr.Kuyken’s story  4:14 Mindfulness Definition  12:09 Why Mindfuless is Effective  16:30 Aileen’s journey 21:05 The 50-50 practice 27:20 Regain Our Focus 31:38 Dealing with Stress 40:52 Becoming More Resilient 45:49 What Everyone Should Know 50:55 Cognitive Therapy Tools 58:32 Last Message FOLLOW DR. KUYKEN • Book • Website • Resources • Instagram • Chapters 🎙️Complete show notes for this episode here. 📹The video version of this interview is available on YouTube. SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE PODCAST • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube LAVENDAIRE • YouTube • Instagram

Are distractions causing your time to slip away? In this episode, Nir Eyal reveals how the psychology behind habit-forming products can be applied to create positive habits in our own lives. He explains how to control both internal and external triggers, enabling us to design environments that support our goals. This episode is filled with actionable strategies to help you regain control of your attention and focus on what truly matters. Nir Eyal is the author of two bestsellers. His first book, Hooked, is a Silicon Valley must-read and emerged from a class he taught at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. He's just published a follow-up book, Indistractable, which explores the psychology of distraction. Indistractable was recently named one of the Best Business and Leadership Books of the Year, according to Amazon and one of the Best Personal Development Books of the Year by Audible. It's a very actionable and well-researched guide to taking action to fight distraction. Nir was also recently named #1 on LinkedIn’s list of 10 Top Voices on technology.  SPONSORS • Shopify | Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period https://shopify.com/tll • GiveHugz | Get 20% off with the code TLL at https://givehugz.co TIMESTAMPS 2:07 Nir’s Story 4:55 The Psychology Behind Hooks 11:07 Why Are We Distracted? 16:45 4 Steps to Becoming Indistractable 24:58 Emotion vs. Feeling 30:27 Escaping Discomfort 37:11 What Are Values? 41:42 Tools for Focus 45:06 The Future of Technology 49:40 Final Message FOLLOW NIR • Website • Top Articles • Latest Book • Free Habit Tracker Tool • Free Schedule Maker Tool 🎙️Complete show notes for this episode here 📹The video version of this interview is available on YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE PODCAST • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube LAVENDAIRE • YouTube • Instagram

Transform your mindset and manifest success and abundance with these powerful positive affirmations. Designed to help you align with your highest potential, these affirmations will inspire confidence, focus, and a deep sense of gratitude. Listen daily for 21 days to reprogram your mind and create a life filled with success, joy, and prosperity. Perfect for your morning or evening routine, these affirmations are a step toward becoming the powerful creator of your reality ✨ SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE PODCAST Spotify YouTube Instagram Apple Podcasts LAVENDAIRE YouTube Instagram

In this discussion, guest Mimi Bouchard, founder of the Activations app, shares her inspiring journey from personal struggles to entrepreneurial success. She explains how her innovative audio activations combine music and guided visualizations to help users align with their future selves. Mimi highlights the transformative power of manifesting through daily practices and emphasizes the importance of mindset in personal development. Tune in for insights on embracing failure, self-discovery, and the emotional resilience required to achieve your dreams!

Jenny Lawson (known online as The Bloggess) is a #1 NYT bestselling author and blogger best known for her darkly humorous takes on her own life and for her authentic writing on dealing with mental illness. Her bestsellers include Let's Pretend This Never Happened, Furiously Happy, Broken (in the best possible way) and You Are Here. When life feels heavy, courage and connection light the way. In this episode, we uncover how creativity and humor help us rise above anxiety, depression, and self-doubt. Through raw truths and hopeful moments, we celebrate the strength in vulnerability. Let this conversation remind you: the darkest nights bring the brightest dawns.   SPONSOR • Lolavie | lolavie.com | Get 15% off with code: LAVENDAIRE15 🌟 Design your best year with the Artist of Life Workbook TIMESTAMPS 1:55 Jenny’s Journey 10:10 How Jenny's Community Inspired Her 14:47 Jenny's Take on Humor 17:04 Not Taking Life so Seriously 22:55 Success As An Author 29:51 The Power of Being Authentic 33:30 Jenny’s published books 36:02 The Creative Process 46:25 Balancing Success 56:45 Last Message FOLLOW JENNY • Threads • Website • Bookshop 📞🏥If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, please know that help is available. Crisis hotline numbers vary by country, so we encourage you to search online for the mental health crisis hotline specific to your location by typing “mental health crisis hotline” followed by the name of your country. Taking this step is an important act of self-care, and we want you to have access to the support you need, wherever you are. 🎙️Complete show notes for this episode here 📹The video version of this interview is available on YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE PODCAST • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube LAVENDAIRE • YouTube • Instagram