Live A Vibrant Life Podcast with Life Coach Kelly Tibbitts

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In this episode, we celebrate 175 episodes of the Live A Vibrant Life Podcast! 

This milestone wouldn’t be possible without this supportive community. Thank you for listening and sharing!

Today's podcast is a conversation with several of my long term clients.

We discuss the value of group coaching, cultivating self-awareness, extending kindness to ourselves and others, and aligning our energy towards purposeful work.

Group coaching helps us know we are not alone in our journeys and can learn so much from each other.  

• Here are 3 key takeaways: 
• Self-awareness transforms how you lead and live: Learning to embrace your unique wiring—like the genius of "wonder”—can shift self-criticism to self-acceptance and growth.
• Community accelerates your progress: Witnessing and participating in group coaching unlocks new insights and reminds you that you’re not alone in your challenges or aspirations.
• Small steps and routine check-ins matter: Aligning your time and energy to what truly matters enables real, sustainable progress on purpose-filled goals—even just 30 minutes a week can make a lasting difference.

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This week on the podcast, I am re-sharing an episode on the Enneagram, highlighting how it shapes the way we think, feel, and do life—especially during times of stress. It is such a powerful tool for self-awareness. .

We each process life differently—through our body, heart, or mind. These are called Centers of Intelligence.  We each use all three, but one is our primary way to process life's experiences. 

Here are 3 key takeaways:

Types 8, 9, & 1: Experience and process life somatically through the body. Emotions like anger serve as important signals, helping us identify when boundaries are crossed. Notice the difference between healthy anger and unhelpful rage or contempt.

Types 2, 3, & 4: Live life through feelings. Learn to distinguish between guilt (a signal to reflect on actions) and shame (a harmful belief that “I am wrong”). Self-awareness helps us access the truth of our value and maintain healthy boundaries in relationships.

Types 5, 6, & 7: Engage life through thinking and strategizing. The central challenge here is catastrophizing—imagining worst-case scenarios. Fear serves a purpose, but learning to focus on “what’s the best that could happen?” can rewrite our patterns.

The gift of self-awareness is understanding why we think, feel, and act the way we do—then putting loving boundaries in place.By using the Enneagram, we can see that everyone operates from their own core motivations and patterns. This insight allows compassion for ourselves and others, encourages healthy boundaries, and supports living a more vibrant, purpose-filled life.

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This week, I am re-releasing a recorded group coaching session about the power of deciding from aligned energy. You can learn to make decisions from a place of aligned, grounded energy rather than stress or overwhelm.  Small steps, grounded in peace and power, create lasting transformation!

Here are 3 key takeaways:

• Aligned energy is the foundation for living your dreams. When you pause to notice your inner energy (not just your to-do lists or relationships)—you can move away from exhaustion and depletion.
• Noticing your energy comes before deciding—and your energy matters! Instead of leaping from noticing a problem to deciding a solution while in the wrong energy,  check in first. Practices like breathing, pausing, or reflecting keep energy flowing. 
• Take small steps rooted in self-awareness and your unique values. Whether your goal is writing a book, hosting an event, or building a strong community, create a plan that feels both safe and inspiring. 

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In this episode, my focus is on planning your next steps once you’ve decided on a goal to strive for. Learning how to invest your energy wisely can truly change everything.

Here are three key takeaways for you:

• Focus on One Priority: Identify what truly matters right now and direct your energy there for 3-week “sprints”. 
• Plan Small, Aligned Actions: Break your priority into small steps. Schedule these steps like important appointments, matching your time and energy. 
• Reflect and Pivot: After each sprint, look back: What worked? What didn’t? Use what you learn to make a small pivot and plan your next steps with confidence and clarity 

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This week on the podcast, I am sharing an excerpt from my INVEST in Your Dreams group coaching program. Podcast host Linda Brand joined me and shared her thoughts on the power of  naming your strengths.

Confidence is not arrogance. This episode is packed with actionable inspiration!

 If you’re ready to remember how worthy you are , own your strengths, and share your voice, here are 3 key takeaways:

• Messy Action Builds Confidence: Confidence doesn’t come from perfection, but from courageous, messy action—in her case, starting the podcast and embracing every opportunity.
• Consistency is Currency: Embracing consistency and taking necessary breaks—led to exponential growth for her podcast.
• Your Voice Matters:Your unique story and experience are valuable—even if they reach just one person. 

Authenticity trumps perfection, and every act of sharing moves others (and yourself) forward.

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This  week on the podcast, we are looking at the areas of our life through the lens of a “Life Wheel” so that we can remember our goals matter.

What is important to you deserves your best energy, even if life often tries to pull you in multiple directions.

Here are 3 takeaways:

• Focus on ONE priority: You can’t drive in seven directions at once. Choose one area of your life to invest in for the next three weeks—a focused sprint makes your dream more achievable.
• Make your goals small and specific: Break big intentions into tiny actions that fit your real energy and capacity. (Sometimes, the first win is just putting on your sneakers!)
• Balance grace and accountability: Give yourself flexibility, but hold yourself lovingly to your commitments. The goal is progress, not perfection.

Your dream is important, simply because it’s important to you.

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This week on the podcast, I am sharing a "behind the scenes" conversation as I plan a summit with a few friends. More information is comiing soon!

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The Working Genius is a powerful self awareness tool that can transform both your personal and your work life. 

In today’s podcast, I focus on the underlying motivations behind each Working Genius, they WHY behind WHAT each genius craves or desires, and what things “crush them”. 

Everyone, regardless of their genius, craves to be seen, understood, and wanted.

 When you understand what specific things you crave and what crushes you, you can not only better identify your geniuses but also use that information to have more agency in your life - to work more productively, improve work and personal relationships, and avoid burnout.

Understanding what motivations are behind each genius is vital to be able to use this information to improve your life and your relationships. 

The motivations of the 6 types are:

• Wonder - craves being considered; crushed when dismissed.
• Invention - craves freedom; crushed by constraints or when others jump in too soon.
• Discernment - craves being trusted; crushed when told to “prove it”.
• Galvanizing - craves reaction; crushed by apathy.
• Enabling - craves appreciation; crushed by being overlooked.
• Tenacity - craves clarity; crushed by ambiguity.

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• The Working Genius

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In this episode, I spoke with graphic designer Liz Trujillo. 

She loves to help creators bring their vision to life. We talked about The Artist’s Way and how it has impacted us.

• Solitude Fuels Creativity: Time alone isn’t selfish—it’s essential. Creating healthy boundaries allows us to recharge, fueling authenticity and creativity.
• Notice What You Want: Beyond gratitude, it’s okay to authentically name your desires. Writing down even the simplest wishes can help you expand your sense of possibility and start receiving more of what truly matters to you.
• Be Kind to Yourself: Self-love starts with self-awareness and self-compassion.

 As Liz shared, “If someone asks me how to love themselves, I hand them The Artist’s Way.”   This week's small step is to give yourself permission to try, reflect, and grow at your own pace.

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Here is a Tidbit for Today

Judi Adamyk from A Practical Life on Substack shares a few thoughts about meal planning that supports—rather than drains—our energy.

Here are 3 key takeaways:

• Start Where You Are: Whether you build a menu from your pantry inventory, start with a fun recipe, or  pull together a “girl dinner” or leftovers, meal planning doesn’t have to be restrictive or rigid.
• Habit-Stack for Success: Tie tomorrow’s dinner prep into tonight’s cooking routine by taking out meat to thaw while you’re making your current meal. This small habit shift makes a big difference!
• Align with Your Energy: Meal planning should match your life and mental energy. If mornings aren’t your thing, skip the slow cooker and opt for 30-minute dinners in the afternoon or evening instead.

Meal planning isn’t one-size-fits-all, and that’s the point. Give yourself permission to do what works best for your lifestyle.

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