In this episode Lil explores the transformative power of savoring through three heartwarming stories. In the first tale, we follow an industrious ant on its journey to bring a chip back to its ant family, revealing the beauty of appreciating life's simple pleasures. The second story delves into the profound bonds of friendship and the deep connection forged through moments of vulnerability, illustrating how savoring shared experiences enriches our lives. Lastly, Lil recounts a poignant moment marked by a significant promise.

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Lil on Life podcast is produced by Brando & co.

You can find his work on Instagram @brandonallen. Lil on Life is a big B and little Elle collaboration. Opinions expressed in this podcast are my own and may not reflect those of my employers. If you or someone you know is in danger, please dial 911.

If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, call or text 988. Support is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Taking advantage of a beautiful sunny day on what has been a dark and dreary start to the year so far, Lil takes a walk through the first place she began her journey of mindfulness-based practices, and cultivating the relationship with herself. Lil shares a version of the 5-4-3-2-1 sensory engagement practices, taking time to be present and in the moment, noticing the small details that can get easily overlooked in a day.

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Lil on Life podcast is produced by Brando & co.

You can find his work on Instagram @brandonallen. Lil on Life is a big B and little Elle collaboration. Opinions expressed in this podcast are my own and may not reflect those of my employers. If you or someone you know is in danger, please dial 911.

If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, call or text 988. Support is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

In this episode, Lil guides a mini body scan practice. With a focus on breathing, Lil encourages listeners to find physical comfort. This involves systematically scanning the body for tension and releasing it with each breath. Lil prompts reflection of experiences, fostering self-compassion and understanding. The practice concludes with a gratitude towards ourselves and looks forward to the next.

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Lil explores the concept of embracing a "yes and" vs. a "but" mindset as a means to counter negativity bias, and reflects on the benefits of intentionally working to slow down automatic thinking patterns as well as the practice of getting out of the head and into the body; perhaps taking a path less travelled with it's own sights to behold. Lil introduces the idea that we can lean into calming our nervous systems through habituation by naming, navigating, and nurturing our emotions. The segment concludes with a light-hearted anecdote and a reminder to find moments of joy and connection in everyday experiences.

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Lil on Life podcast is produced by Brando & co.

You can find his work on Instagram @brandonallen. Lil on Life is a big B and little Elle collaboration. Opinions expressed in this podcast are my own and may not reflect those of my employers. If you or someone you know is in danger, please dial 911.

If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, call or text 988. Support is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Lil shares embarrassing stories featuring some special guests to share embarrassing stories, of her. An episode inspired by a reflection about creating a legacy of laughter, inspired by a deep longing, and appreciation for the beauty of a deeply missed voice.

Make your own Personal Goal Scorecard using SAMHSA's 8 Dimensions of Wellness to create SMART (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Time-bound) goals that lean into supporting your wellbeing. Because as SAMHSA says, "wellness is not the absence of illness".

Starting first by reflecting what in each dimension provides you with fulfilment, one can start to get curious about themselves while creating building block goals to create purpose-filled goals.

An introduction to cognitive distortions, specifically negativity bias, and how it impacts our interpretation of events, and how we can use the superpower of gratitude to: change our wiring, help us notice, and set, goals that serve us. Introduction of the Reticular Activating System and Neural Plasticity.

Join Lil as she recounts a difficult walk home that changed everything. In this episode, Lil shares the start of her journey to discovering her purpose through cup filling goals, and making every moment count.

Tune in to this bonus mini episode for another mini-practice using your own reflections to objectively challenge your imposter syndrome thoughts.

Additional Resources: Take the Character Strengths Survey

References in this episode to the idea of adding "yet" to challenge imposter syndrome through a growth mindset, are credited to Carol Dweck, author of Mindset.

If you'd like to get in touch, please reach out at [email protected] or connect with me on my socials at @lilonlifepod (instagram, youtube, tiktok).

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Lil on Life is a big Bee and little Elle collaboration. Opinions expressed are my own and may not reflect those of my employer. If you or someone you know is in danger, please dial 911. In Canada, if you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, call or text 9-8-8. Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Once again that number is 988.

Listen in for some practices you can integrate to notice and challenge your own imposter syndrome.