Most people think of exercising as a chore- Just another thing added to your to do list stacked on top of 20 things that you already don’t have enough time in the day to get done.

I have a different perspective given that fitness has been a major part of my routine for the last 12 years. In fact, it’s the center of my grounding routine as the quality and effort that I give during my workouts determines the quality and effort I give to every other area of my life.

I truly don’t believe movement is something you have to dread. Actually, quite the opposite. I’ve found the easiest way to stick to self-discipline is to trick yourself into enjoying the activity, at least for a little while until you genuinely find yourself looking forward to intentionally moving your body each week. This episode will teach you how.

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Do you know the feeling of being burnt out and unmotivated when nothing sounds as good as binge-watching Netflix on the couch?

This episode is for those of you who want to get back in the swing of things and feel inspired to wake up and soak up the most joy out of each day!

This was one of my favorite episodes to record because it’s something I went through very recently, so I hope you find as much joy in listening as I did recording it. 🙂

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You might be thinking today’s episode will include a laundry list of ways to junk up your free time with mile-long to-do lists and unrealistic expectations of how productivity in your limited time spent not working.

But you’ll be pleasantly surprised to hear my perspective on how doing nothing / traditional “time-wasters” can actually be a blessing in disguise if you’re doing what you love!

And if you are genuinely looking for better ways to spend free time to avoid the endless Tiktok doom scroll, there’s also a handful of practical tools for you.

Today’s episode is about releasing the guilt of “being lazy” and enjoying the practice of just existing, a lost art that we need a reminder of every once in awhile.

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Today I’m sitting down with my girl Alexa whom I met last year after reading her first published book. I saw that she was a Cleveland local, and was enticed by the title. As soon as I cracked it open on the plane ride to vacation last October, I immediately had a lump in my throat as it led off with her experience of unexpectedly losing her father at a young age.

Alexa is a healer, speaker, and author. She is Cleveland-made but adventure-grown. A full-time feeler, powered by love and hugs. A grief advocate and the stranger who will be your best friend in 30 seconds. She is the author of the book Your Permission Slip: To Self-Acceptance, Forgiveness, and Letting Go and her first book Livin’ the dream … today because tomorrow is not promised and the host of the forthcoming podcast me / you  / us / we.

Connect more with Alexa here:
www.alexaglazer.com  @alexaglazer_

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Do you ever get overwhelmed and stressed when you’re moving so fast because your to-do list is a mile long? And forget asking for help, the only way it’ll get done correctly is if you do it yourself!

If this is your life story, today’s episode will help you feel less scattered and focus on what’s important to help you not lose your sh*t so easily!

 

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Often, people ask how I have a generally positive attitude & keep stress low while juggling work & my business, having thriving relationships, and keeping self-care a priority despite having days that are booked from 7 a.m- 7 p.m.

On this week’s episode, I share 5 simple things I do that make my life better. 

These 5 tips don’t require much time or resources, only the desire to soak up the most joy out of each day. I feel the most joyful when watering each area of my life like plants in a garden. What I share in this episode is not revolutionary, more-so small ways to feel amazing on the topics of self-care, mindset, & finances.

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Today, I have the honor of sharing someone I truly enjoy following on Insta with you. Lauren Nanni is a life coach who focuses on helping people create and LIVE lives they love by helping them get unstuck so they can start making progress today. Lauren’s mission is to promote possibility- to show people when you focus on what’s possible, you stay in the game and keep moving forward.

Lauren and I talk about connecting dreams to reality by taking steps that support the life you want. She shares her favorite sources of inspiration, her journey, and how she helps clients work through their own limiting beliefs.

Connect with her here:
Lauren’s website
Lauren’s Instagram

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In this week’s episode, I’m taking you inside of my notebook to experience the transformative practice of the Monthly Reset—an essential tool for achieving personal and professional success. Join me as we explore the art of goal setting, budgeting, and preparing for upcoming projects that will set you on the path to fulfillment and prosperity.

Discover how a monthly reset can be the key to maintaining focus, staying motivated, and continuously improving your life. Unlock the secrets to breaking down your goals into manageable steps, allowing you to make steady progress with each passing month.

Whether you’re a seasoned planner or a newcomer to the world of goal-setting, this episode will equip you with the tools to build a strong foundation for your dreams. Tune in, take notes, and embrace the monthly reset as a powerful catalyst for personal growth, financial freedom, and project triumphs.

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In this week’s podcast episode, I’m sharing a current challenge the Universe has placed in my life that seemingly (on the surface) makes absolutely no sense. However, while the situation itself might not matter in the long run, the Universe is giving us a chance to prove that we are who we keep saying we want to be, such as having more patience, being less judgmental, etc.

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I was hesitant to record this because, looking at my own life, I’m still learning how to ‘manifest my dream life.’ And while I don’t have it all figured out quite yet, when I stop and look around, my life is FULL of abundance: In love, connections, laughter, presence, and happiness. While the imposter syndrome crept up telling me I’m a fraud for sharing this woo-woo topic, I followed my intuition to share today’s message about what really defines a beautiful life and how I’ve managed to create one that I’m extremely proud of while on the way to achieving my big goals.

Enjoy! Xo

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