Being on the receiving end of a delightful surprise is one of those “best ever” experiences. Creating them is easier than you think, and the results are more impactful than you may realize. This episode explores three simple ways you can up level your approach to life that are exponentially positive.

And be sure to check out the snow angel reel on Instagram @amybarglivinglarge

If you’ve ever thought celebrating was a waste of time and energy… think again. There’s research that backs up the role of celebrating in helping to keep burnout at bay. Part of the reason for the celebration of the 100th episode of this show is being able to share three lessons that have a direct application to your growth! Listen and find out what you need to keep doing so you can keep growing!

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Let’s fish in that murky, stagnant pond,” said no one ever. And yet living a stagnant life is often chosen by default. It feels easier and safer than risking the unknown. Not knowing exactly what to expect from growth, yourself and others is a common copout that you may not even realize you’re using. This episode will challenge you to rethink your excuses for rejecting the need to grow in community with others. And it will nudge you to take action now so you’re celebrating big time on December 31, 2025, rather than silently settling for the stagnant status quo.

If you’re a woman, join us on the Women Growing on Purpose Zoom Call on Monday, January 20, 2025, from 7:00-8:00 p.m. EST. This community of kind, caring, growth-minded, smart, savvy women will inspire, challenge and encourage you!

They’ll share their “word for the year” and how they’re going to use it to help them grow through what they go through in 2025.

To attend visit amybarg.com, click on CONTACT and enter Zoom Call in the message.

You’ll receive a personal invitation and link to join the complimentary call!

If you’ve ever found yourself worrying, uncertain, lacking motivation, or spinning your wheels in some area of life, you’re not alone. But if you’ve stayed in those places longer than you wanted to you can feel like you’re alone. Today’s episode has three tips and a personal invitation that will help you move from “wallowing in what was” to “welcoming what’s next.” 

Mark your calendar now for Monday, January 20, 2025, from 7:00-8:00 p.m. EST.

And consider this your personal invitation to attend a Zoom Call with a group of kind, caring, growth-minded, smart, savvy women who will inspire, challenge and encourage you as they share their “word for the year” and how that will be used to help them grow through what they go through in the next 12 months.

To attend visit amybarg.com, click on CONTACT and enter Zoom Call in the message.

You’ll receive a personal invitation and link to join the complimentary call!

That one intentional act will set you on a path toward growth that will surprise and delight you.

The beginning of a New Year can feel a little like the starting gun has sounded and you’re off to the races. But what if instead of running you took a breath and sat to reflect on what you just completed in the last 365 days? This episode highlights the way "where you’ve been" can play a pivotal role in "where you’re headed," if you’re willing to spend some time in reflection.

It's the final episode in this five-part series about the Success Cycle for Growth.

For the other phases check out:

#93 A Tip For Having Your Merriest Christmas Ever

#94 Awareness Lessons From a Pomegranate

#95 How To Get Better At Going From Bad To Good

#96 Owning The Truth That The Choice Is Yours

And…for some great reflection questions visit amybarg.com. In the Contact form reply with Reflection and you’ll be emailed those questions!

If you’ve ever wanted to pass the buck or lay the blame… you’re human. Being willing to carve out the time to honestly reflect on your own attitude, behavior and choices is challenging. Not doing it is disastrous. Since where you’re headed is determined by the direction you’re facing, understanding how your choices are dictating that, is life-changing. Today’s episode includes four truths about choices that you can take to the bank.

And if you heed them, they can help lead you to a better future.

For the episodes on the first three phases in the Success Cycle for Growth listen to:

93. A Tip For Having Your Merriest Christmas Ever

94. Awareness Lessons From A Pomegranate

95. How To Get Better At Going From Bad To Good

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There are very few absolutes in life, but it is easy to think everything is! Who would argue that pain isn’t bad, or joy isn’t good? It’s so obvious, right? Maybe not. In this episode you’ll be challenged to rethink your position on an “all or nothing perspective” when it comes to the hard things of life that pull the rug out from under you. And, you’ll be encouraged to consider the value of hanging in there through the uncomfortable messy middle for the benefit of someone other than yourself.

It is easy to let the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season create a sense of needing to just get through it. But what if there was a way to press pause and make some intentional choices? Today’s episode is about helping you to recognize how focusing on being "aware" can shift this holiday season from maddening to memorable. And you’ll be challenged to take action, persevere and grow.

For more about phase 1 of the Success Cycle for Growth check out episode 93 - A Tip for Having the Merriest Christmas Ever!

December can cause a lot of default thinking in the name of “tradition.” But what if you could change how you’re thinking about this typically stress-filled season? Today’s episode will challenge you with one question that just might make all the difference for you.

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Acting like everything’s great… when it isn’t, takes energy. Smiling at the holiday table when you're carrying the weight of some loss can feel like riding the bucking bronco at the rodeo. You wish the pain would stop, soon. Acknowledging that joy and pain can coexist takes wisdom. Today’s episode will challenge you to consider expressing a different kind of thankfulness at your Thanksgiving Table. Part of that is being aware of the benefits pain produces in your life that can actually help you to live with an even greater sense of thanksgiving.

If you or someone you know is feeling an ache or pain of loss this Thanksgiving, listening today could help you... and them. 

Episode #72 - A Rodeo Recap to Spur Your Growth (lessons from attending a real rodeo).