In this episode of the Dairy Hour Podcast, host Val Lavigne interviews Jodi Lynch Findley ( @JodiSpeaksLIFE  on Instagram and YouTube) an entrepreneur and speaker in the agriculture industry. They discuss topics such as mindset, daily routines, improving day-to-day mindset, and overcoming challenging days. Jodi shares her top five tips for improving mindset, including prioritizing mindset over skill set, identifying your why, focusing on significance over success, embracing authenticity, and defining life balance. She also emphasizes the importance of morning routines, physical activity, and setting boundaries. The conversation highlights the need for connection and human interaction in today's fast-paced world. In this part of the conversation, Val and Jodi discuss the importance of finding a fitness routine that works for you and the benefits of accountability. They also share their favorite holiday memories and desserts. Jodi talks about her love for road trips and how her career path was not what she initially expected. The conversation ends with Jodi sharing a quote that guides her life and promoting her website and podcast.

Keywords mindset, daily routine, improving mindset, challenging days, tips, morning routine, physical activity, boundaries, connection, fitness routine, accountability, holiday memories, desserts, road trips, career path, quote, website, podcast Takeaways Prioritize mindset over skill set Identify your why Focus on significance over success Embrace authenticity Define life balance Create a morning routine Make time for physical activity Set boundaries for work and personal life Seek connection and human interaction Finding a fitness routine that works for you is important for staying active and healthy. Having accountability, whether it's through a friend group or a gym, can help you stay motivated and consistent with your workouts. Favorite holiday memories often involve spending time with loved ones and enjoying special traditions. Strawberry desserts and Reese's holiday editions are popular choices for dessert. Road trips can be a fun and adventurous way to travel and explore new places. Career paths can evolve and change over time, and it's important to be open to new opportunities. The quote 'watch your thoughts, for they become your words' serves as a guiding principle for Jodi. Jodi's website is www.jodispeakslife.com and she hosts the podcast 'The Thriving Equine Professional.'

Sound Bites

"Taking ownership of our time" "Figure out what's your why" "Authenticity of being uniquely you" "You have to find what works for you as a person." "You need to take the time to explore what works for you or find that friend group that is there for you that's going to hold you accountable." "Thanksgiving! Food, family, fun."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background 03:00 Mastering Mindset: Tips for Success 06:58 Finding Your Why 11:03 Embracing Authenticity 14:16 Defining Life Balance 23:17 Creating a Productive Morning Routine 25:28 Making Time for Physical Activity 28:21 Setting Boundaries for Work and Personal Life 29:26 The Power of Connection and Human Interaction 30:32 Finding Your Fitness Routine 33:43 The Importance of Accountability 36:34 Favorite Holiday Memories 40:29 Delicious Desserts 42:19 The Joy of Road Trips 44:21 Navigating Career Paths 46:21 Guided by a Quote 49:20 Connect with Jodi