How To Be Awesome At Everything

Kids and family photo shoots can be tricky! In this podcast, Lindsay shares a ton of ideas of how to make photo shots creative and FUN so you get the best pictures and everyone has a great time!

It's so cool to get great pictures of your kids with natural smiles and pictures that capture their energy and their expressions at this age.

But sometimes it's easier said than done. We focus so much on what everyone is going to wear and where everyone is going to stand that by the time your kids or your whole family get in position, it's like ok now SMILEEE kids!! And sometimes this works, you might get a few smiles out of them but we've learned that the best way to get the best photos of your kids is by making photo shoots fun!

So that's what we're talking about today!

Take pictures yourself or hire a photographer to do it or have a friend shoot it. If you're in Orange County and looking for a professional photographer, my guy Greg is incredible, especially at kids shoots. He's so great with the kids and has patience for daysss and is always looking for the most creative way to shoot it.

Here's his info:

[email protected]

Lindsay talks about how she does a photo shoot for each kids birthday to capture that age and that moment.

Plan ahead and think about what they like doing. What would they walk into and be like Yessss!! I'm so excited for this!

Some ideas: balloons, animals, decorating cookies/cupcakes, pinata, park or beach and a smash cake (always a smash cake!!)

Make sure you do the messiest scene last! Start with a fun one to get the momentum going. If you have any that are more traditional, stick that in the middle so we get everyone having fun first, then sneak that in after.

You have to head over to HowToBeAwesomeAtEverything.com for so many inspiration images too!

Today's podcast is all about being a FIT MOM! Now this has nothing to do with how much you weigh or how you look… this is 100% about how you FEEL! Do you have energy, do you feel like you can keep up with your kids all day, do you feel fresh and alert like you can really do all the things that you want to in the day?

Here are the 4 things that Lindsay thinks are the most important when feeling mentally and physically fit.

💪🏼 Eating foods that give you fuel

💪🏼 Sweating everyday

💪🏼 Keeping up your momentum

💪🏼 Sleeping!

Lindsay shares practical hacks that she's learned that help her have energy and want to run around and play with your kids, not just watch them play. But get in there and play WITH THEM!

Take the time you need for yourself, so you can show up for your kids and your family. Make it a priority and keep the momentum going!

This episode is the pep talk you need if you are complaining.

Fair warning- it might be a bit harsh because we're being honest with ourselves. And there might be a curse word or two in here too just because Lindsay is so passionate about this and sometimes you just can't express it any other way!

So here's the truth. We need to stop complaining because really nobody gives a shit. They have their own stuff to worry about. And… we're wasting time! You can only do so many things each day and have so many thoughts each day. These negative thoughts are taking up SPACE. SPACE that can be used for other things that make you laugh and smile and feel alive and inspired.

Let's figure out why we are complaining and let's get a better plan going.

Let's stop worrying about what other people think

Let's become our own number one fans

Let's not base our past failures on our capabilities in the future

Let's recognize how great we have it living in this time

Let's realize how strong we are. And realize… sometimes we just need to toughen up.

Nobody is doing to feel sorry for you. Who's going to feel sorry for you? Other complainers? Sorry to be so harsh but it's true.

The only people who feels sorry for you- is other enablers. It makes for a loosing circle.

Either you are hanging out with people who are bringing you down or lifting you up.

But we bet you everyone you know who is out there doing what makes them happy and winning has zero sympathy for you.

And if you're complaining, nobody wants to hang around you. Do you want to be around someone who's happy and looking for the best in situations or someone who's always complaining about everything?

Instead of having this complaining conversation in your head about what sucks or what's not fair- you have to realize it's only going to hold you back.

Complaining is easy. Looking for the best in situations is hard, thats everyones not doing it.

Realize that you don't know what rocks are in someone else's shoes and give them the benefit of the doubt and move on.

Wake up, tell yourself you're the fucking best and go out and do shit. Do what you want, do what sets your soul on fire, get in your 10s. But please for your own happiness and for the happiness of others around you, stop complaining.

AWESOME BIRTHDAY CAKES ARE EVERYTHING 🙌🏽🙌🏽

It just makes everyone HAPPY! 🤩

This episode will give you a bajillion ideas for how to make birthday cakes extra special!

Lindsay shares all sorts of ideas when it comes to making your own cake at home, buying a premed cake and adding cake toppers, ice cream cakes, donut cakes and more!

How to choose when to make your own or use a bakery or independent artist baker. What to buy ahead of time online and on Etsy.

It's a jam packed podcast all about birthday cakes to make your celebration AWESOME!!

Bakers mentioned:

Bang Pop Shop - Brooke - incredibly talented independent artist baker! [email protected]

Butter Cream Bakeries- amazing OC bakery- email for orders! [email protected]

Fav cake toppers: https://merimeri.com

Whatever sucks in your life… we dare you to say… "AND I LOVE IT" And all of a sudden, you're free. The thought doesn't scare you anymore. Because the thought isn't the problem, It's the resistance to the thought. By actually loving it, you change it's meaning. You're empowered instead of nervous, Grateful instead of complaining, Present instead of living in the past. It is a practical tactic that will help you turn any negative thought into a positive one ❤️

Lindsay first heard of this concept from author, Kyle Cease, who says "and I love that" at the end of any sentence with a negative emotion. She loved this concept and borrowed it to make her own version that works so well in everyday life.

Think… I love that I'm confused. I love that I don't get that. Actually love it - so the negative thought can leave.

Here are a few examples that Lindsay explains…

"I am so nervous to walk into that room and make a presentation in front of all of those people… AND I LOVE IT."

"I can't believe after 20 years of friendship I'm moving on from them… AND I LOVE IT"

"I am so mad I wasted years on that project that didn't work out… AND I LOVE IT." "I am so tired and worn out from my kids… AND I LOVE IT" I'm going to start a podcast and people are going to ask me why I'm qualified to start a podcast… AND I LOVE IT!

I'm going to try this hard workout and look like a FOOL… AND I LOVE IT!

I'm going to quit my job because I'm only staying for the benefits but I have NO IDEA what I'm going to do next..… AND I LOVE IT!

I'm going to go out on a limb and try this thing again even though I failed last time… AND I LOVE IT!

I'm going to train for a marathon even though I've never really ran in my life… AND I LOVE IT!

Add "AND I LOVE IT" to the end of any sentence that describes something that sucks in your life and see if you can turn it into something positive. I bet you you can. And I bet you it will feel awesome!

In this episode, Lindsay walks you through how to get ALL of your photos put into online photo albums and printed so you can enjoy all the amazing pictures you likely have just sitting on your phone!

Lindsay is sharing her favorite website to make photo books on and how I do it so they are great quality, but they don't take hours and hours to do. This is one of those speed over perfection things that she talks about. We aren't trying to make the most perfect photo book of all time… most of us just don't have that kind of time and that's why we don't have as many already made as we would like. Let's simplify it and make a plan to get ALL of your photos made into photo books.

Here are some main points:

📸 Organize photos before you upload them

📸 Use Shutterfly!! (Use their coupon codes!)

📸 Do big book and a copy in a smaller version

📸 You can be as detailed as you want with it- add stickers and backgrounds and words

📸 Make a big list of all the photo books you want to make!

📸 Make sure you have all older photos made digital! I use Smooth Photo Scanning!

📸 For catching up, decide do you want to do it all at once like do 6 hours on a Saturday … or tell yourself you are going to do one a week?

📸 Then make a plan to keep up on them going forward!

We really hope this episode inspires you to get all of your photos together, simplify so it's not overwhelming and just go for it. We know it's a daunting task to think of… but like anything… just take one step forward and you're on your way!!

You'll be so happy you did!

Traveling during Covid!!

How to pick where to go, how to plan ahead so you're cautious and taking precautions to keep your family healthy, the extra things that we think you should pack that you wouldn't normally… and then after ALL that… how to let loose and have fun! And not have all the new steps and rules get you frustrated and over it. Vacations do look different this summer, but they aren't cancelled.

Here are some of the tips Lindsay talks about:

🌴Consider a staycation if you want to avoid air travel

🌴Bring lots of masks and sanitizer

🌴Pack smart - don't over pack - you already have enough stuff to deal with

🌴Pick somewhere outside with lots of fresh air

🌴Pack extra snacks

🌴Pack your own booze

🌴Pack entertainment for kids or plan to hit a shop

🌴Room service might be your new BFF with restaurants closed

🌴Most places aren't taking cash- plan ahead for that

🌴Call ahead and make dinner reservations - since most hotels only have half the places open- they fill up fast!

🌴Think about what each person will do- since options are more limited and make sure its a good plan for everyone in the family

🌴Relax and enjoy- worrying about Covid too much can make you crazy and - if you decide to do it- I say you take all the precautions then you relax and enjoy. It's easy to get so worked up about it all that you don't actually enjoy your time away.

Like so much of everything right now, sometimes we have to just slow down and be patient… understand that things that used to be easy now take 10 steps… but it just is what it is right now.

Getting mad at people isn't going to help… getting easily frustrated is just going to put a damper on your vacation.

We hope you are able to plan a getaway this summer… and spend that special time with people you love. Even if it looks totally different than it did in years past. You're still together, having fun. And that's what you'll remember. ❤️

This is not about being thin or loosing weight- its just about feeling good- good AFTER you eat and good in general!

So today I'm going to give you a TON of good ideas of what to eat when you want a snack that will make you feel good. It's all about being prepared.

Here are some of Lindsay's favorite healthy snacks!

🥜Paleo bread with PB toasted

🍫PB Bars from Perfect Foods

🍏Apples and almond butter

🌰Choc dipped almonds

🍪PB protein cookies

🍫HU chocolate bars

🥤Protein shake

🥣Almond flour baking - simple mills brand mixes

🍪Capello brand cookie dough

🍭Dream pops - chocolate lion

🌱Vegan Robs cauliflower puffs

🍽Siete almond flour tortilla chips

🌰Marcona almonds dipped in PB

And some tips!

Take dessert to the restaurant

Choose when to really indulge

🥦Have protein around to snack on - like veggies or chicken breasts

🥗Eat a salad or veggies to fill up then eat your treat

We really hope this podcast gave you lots of new healthy snacking ideas so you can really fuel your body with good foods while also feeling full and satisfied. Because we really think we don't have to choose!

Cheers, to healthy snacking!

Ready for my best hack for having awesome days?

GET IN YOUR 10s!!

The things that you love doing, or love eating or drinking, or the things that make you feel alive and refreshed and ready to charge the world…

Today we are going to figure out what your 10s actually are… and then how to get them.

AND … help your loved ones get in THEIR 10s! Think about it… the next time you go to stop your spouse or your kids from doing something think… could I just like give a little on this so they can get in this 10 for the day?

Lindsay explains how thinking about it this way, just makes it easy to prioritize things and make sure you are doing things everyday that you love. Cause as we know… it's all the little things that matter.

And it's simple… it's micro… it's daily… it's just being intentional about getting in the little things and the big things each day that make you feel alive and set your soul on fire.

Let's start with a brain dump!

Every time you do something that was fun, or you loved or you would say "that was a 10 for me"… write it down! You have to know what your 10s are so you know what to get in each day.

Here are some of Lindsay's... A great workout with loud music

Waking up super early and getting workout shower get ready before anyone wakes up

Wearing something comfortable that she loves

Having her favorite Malibu farms salad

Having her 120 shake

Playing with Parker in his man cave

Going in the pool with her kids

An outside hike

A champagne pineapple

Recording a really great podcast

Having an organized house

Just some examples to get you thinking! And they will change over time!

One of the best parts about doing this is that it makes you worry less about what other people are doing.

It helps you work through issues by giving your kids or your spouse some leeway too… because you love them so much you want them to be HAPPY. You could be controlling that and not realize it actually!

It also makes you spend less time doing mindless things like watching pointless TV or scrolling social for 4 hours. Now if that is so relaxing and a 10 for you… then DO THAT… but if it's not… then don't spend that precious time doing it!!

Here's the thing…. in our quest to be awesome… and to have awesome days… we have to know what makes us happy and make sure we prioritize right to get those things in. I love this idea of getting in your 10s because it does exactly that. Eliminates the bullshit and makes you stop doing things you don't actually like.. or things that you just do mindlessly and because they are a habit… but are just taking away time that you could be spending… getting in your 10s!

We hope this podcast inspired you to have days filled with lots and lots of 10s!

Today on the podcast, Lindsay is forcing you to be a quitter! In the best way possible! We are talking about quitting the things that no longer make you feel fulfilled- or even worse, make you feel bored or miserable.

We aren't talking about quitting when something gets hard. We are talking about quitting when something doesn't feel right anymore.

Lindsay really believes that sometimes we are stuck doing the wrong thing, but we don't know what the right thing is so we just stay put. But then we aren't giving the universe the white space for us to discover what the right thing actually is.

This type of quitting takes serious psychological courage. You have to be willing to be vulnerable and not afraid of judgment. You have to be willing to accept that you spent time doing something that wasn't right. But that's why we need to cut and run now. Not 2 or 3 or 10 years from now when we are doing the same boring, unfulfilling thing.

Lindsay opens up about things that she's quit (way later than she should have) and a bad habit she didn't even realize was wasting time and bringing her zero fulfillment.

On our journey of trying to be awesome at everything, quitting the wrong things is ultra important. So listen to this episode, then go quit something, or 10 things, that are no longer serving you ❤️