Mom on Purpose

Have you ever found yourself lost in a spiral of negative thoughts, wondering if there's a way out? Are you living in the shadow of fear, cynicism, or loneliness? Join us, as we dive into Jenny Allen's enlightening book, "Get Out of Your Head", and uncover a Christian perspective on controlling our thoughts and emotions.

In this episode, we explore the power of our thoughts and how they impact our emotions, behaviors, and decisions. We draw from Jenny Allen's book, which masterfully intertwines the neuroscience of thought patterns with Christian beliefs.

By serving God and others, being grateful in all circumstances, and finding the good in others, we can point towards the joy we have now and the joy that is to come.

What you'll learn:

• Tools to combat toxic thought patterns, using wisdom from Jennie Allen’s book 
• How to trust Jesus over our own abilities
• How to overcome challenges of negative thought spirals
• Ways to confront fears, embrace community, overcome cynicism, and cultivate gratitude

Featured on the Show: 

• Get Out of Your Head by Jennie Allen

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Ever felt like your dreams are just too big for your energy tank? The answer lies in strategic thinking and treating energy as an essential resource, just like in a game of Settlers of Katan! Trust me to guide you through this game of life, where we learn to optimally manage our resources, primarily our energy levels. 

Imagine restoring joy and fun back into your life, wouldn't that be an energy booster? Whether you're a homemaker struggling with endless chores or you're battling those odd health issues that crop up and drain you, this episode has got you covered. Let me take you on this journey to re-energize your life, paving the way for purposeful living.

This Episode is For You If: 

• You're trudging forward and you have no energy for your big dreams
• You struggle with completing projects due to lack of energy
• You find it hard to delegate tasks at home and manage the household
• You're interested in learning about strategies to increase productivity and energy levels

Click HERE to watch this video to learn The 3 Things to Avoid When Reading Self-Help Books

How to Connect with Lara:

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Sometimes, life feels like a heavy-laden ship in a storm, teetering on the edge of capsizing. There is too much cargo, too many demands, and the constant pressure of holding it all together can lead to what I call 'functional burnout'. In this episode, I reveal my personal experiences and strategies for combating this overwhelming state. 

We'll explore different facets of managing functional burnout — physically, spiritually, and mentally. The focus is not on the feeling of overwhelm, but on how to identify the signs, reduce the pressure, and find relief even in turbulent seas, and ensuring that your boat—your life—doesn't sink under the weight of burnout. Let's navigate these waters together.

This Episode is For You If: 

• You're feeling overwhelmed by life's demands
• You're struggling to balance multiple responsibilities
• You feel the want to run away from your responsibilities
• You're looking for strategies to identify signs of burnout, reduce pressure, and find relief

Click HERE to watch this video to learn The 3 Things to Avoid When Reading Self-Help Books

How to Connect with Lara:

Web: www.larajohnsoncoaching.com 

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Work with Lara: www.larajohnsoncoaching.com/work-with-me/ 

Ever wondered who could be the world's worst boss? Brace yourself, because the answer could be shocking. In this book club episode, we dissect the insightful nuggets from Seth Godin's book, The Practice, which nudges us to elevate our creative prowess and embrace purposeful work. 

We journey through the personal and professional growth, shining a light on the power of generosity, and the transformative magic of the word 'yet' in combating resistance. The conversation takes a twist as we confront the destructive role of resistance in our lives and Godin's innovative ways to overpower it.

Tune in and be ready to transform your practice.

What you'll learn:

• How "The Practice" offers a fresh perspective on creativity, passion, and work
• Techniques to overcome self-imposed obstacles and train your inner boss
• The transformative power of the word 'yet' in facing resistance
• Insights on the art of selling as a dance between possibility and empathy

Featured on the Show: 

• The Universe Has Your Back by Gabrielle Bernstein
• The Practice by Seth Godin

Click HERE to watch this video to learn The 3 Things to Avoid When Reading Self-Help Books

How to Connect with Lara:

Web: www.larajohnsoncoaching.com 

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Work with Lara: www.larajohnsoncoaching.com/work-with-me/ 

In this episode, I will be sharing my experiences and insights on managing anxiety as part of our spiritual journey. We'll be exploring the link between spirituality and anxiety, the importance of self-trust, and how 'full body joy' can guide us in discerning answers from God. 

We'll also be discussing how the model of circumstances, thoughts, feelings, actions, and outcomes plays a significant role in our spiritual growth. The journey towards a spiritually enriched life isn't always easy, but remember, we are co-creators with God in shaping our future. Join me in this enlightening journey and trust in the blessings He has in store for us.

This Episode is For You If: 

• You've questioned if it's a premonition or just being stuck in an anxiety spiral?
• You've thought if "it's God's will or just something that I want to do his will?"
• You ever get stuck in when is this fear or when is this God speaking to me
• You've ever had the thought "was that my own brain or was that something that came from God?"

Click HERE to watch this video to learn The 3 Things to Avoid When Reading Self-Help Books

How to Connect with Lara:

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Imagine a life where you simultaneously embrace the paradoxes of motherhood, career aspirations, and challenges in a neurodiverse family. Let me take you to a rollercoaster ride of my journey as a mom of four, my battles with postpartum depression, my discovery of a fulfilling career and my inner call to do something more. 

Amid unexpected surprises, like baby number four, I found alignment with God and built a reality I once couldn't envision. So, all you moms out there feeling lost in motherhood, join me as I reassure you - your potential isn't passing you by, it's calling you to embrace who you've always been meant to be!

This Episode is For You If: 

• You feel lost in motherhood and believe your potential is passing you by
• You are struggling to balance the demands of your career and motherhood
• You have a neurodiverse family and are looking for guidance and support
• You feel a deep internal calling for something more and are unsure how to answer it

Click HERE to watch this video to learn The 3 Things to Avoid When Reading Self-Help Books

How to Connect with Lara:

Web: www.larajohnsoncoaching.com 

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Work with Lara: www.larajohnsoncoaching.com/work-with-me/ 

When I first stepped onto the path of chasing my dreams, the palpable fear of 'what will people think of me?' was a constant companion. Perhaps, like me, you've wrestled with the overwhelming anxiety of judgment and rejection, especially in this era of social media spotlight.

Today, I unpack my personal journey of navigating this fear. We will drill down into the  impact of this fear on our ambitions. We explore the importance of emotional resilience, the power of self-inquiry, and how to engage with and move past these fears.

By the end of this episode, you'll gain insight on how to confront your deepest fears and develop the skill to work through this fear for the rest of your life.

This Episode is For You If: 

• You have ever wrestled with the anxiety of judgment and rejection
• You've ever experienced the fear of 'what will people think of me?'
• You've been paralyzed by fear of failure
• You've found yourself suppressing your ambitions due to fear of rejection

Click HERE to watch this video to learn The 3 Things to Avoid When Reading Self-Help Books

How to Connect with Lara:

Web: www.larajohnsoncoaching.com 

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Have you ever been paralyzed by the thought, 'I don't know'? From choosing a candy bar to making major life decisions, we've all encountered this mental block. Today, we tear down this wall together. Understanding the 'I don't know' thought pattern and recognizing it in our everyday lives is the first step.

Changing perspectives can open up new possibilities, and to illustrate this, an interesting strategy of flipping the dice is presented. Tune in to find how a simple question like 'What do I know right now?' can open up channels of communication with your inner self, enabling you to overcome this mental obstacle and live a purposeful life.

This Episode is For You If: 

• You have difficulty navigating through the 'I don't know' mental block
• You find yourself feeling stuck or unsure at life's crossroads
• You are looking for strategies to overcome mental barriers and move towards a purposeful life
• You frequently find yourself thinking 'I don't know' in various aspects of your life, from simple decisions to crucial ones

Featured on the Show: 

• Marianne Williamson
• Brene Brown: The Gifts of Imperfection
• Seth Godin: The Practice

Click HERE to watch this video to learn The 3 Things to Avoid When Reading Self-Help Books

How to Connect with Lara:

Web: www.larajohnsoncoaching.com 

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Busy Moms' Book Club: The Universe Has Your Back

I've had my share of physical struggles, moments where my body felt weak and my spirit drawn thin. Yet these challenges, as daunting as they were, led me onto a path of inner healing and self-discovery that I share with you in this bonus episode. 

Our journey today revolves around Gabrielle Bernstein's transformative book, "The Universe Has Your Back." Drawing from the teachings, we navigate the notion that our happiness, success, and safety are fundamentally linked to our connection with the universe's loving energy.

Click HERE to watch the Busy Moms' Book Club on YouTube.

What you'll learn:

• How to reconnect with love through the power of prayer
• The concepts of feeling connected versus disconnected
• How our thoughts influence the potential for healing
• The power of joy, the magic of synchronicities, and surrender

Featured on the Show: 

• The Universe Has Your Back by Gabrielle Bernstein
• Marianne Williamson
• Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown
• The Practice by Seth Godin

Click HERE to watch this video to learn The 3 Things to Avoid When Reading Self-Help Books

How to Connect with Lara:

Web: www.larajohnsoncoaching.com 

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As mothers, we often mistake our feelings of sensory overload for anger. We're peeling back the layers on this misunderstood emotion, exploring how overstimulation can trigger our fight, flight or freeze responses, and looking at how this can leave us feeling overwhelmed. Let's face it, our nervous systems can take a real beating in the whirlwind of motherhood.

We dive into the importance of recognizing our triggers, setting healthy boundaries, and taking crucial steps to nurture our battered nervous systems when overstimulation hits. This journey of self-discovery equips us with tools to handle our children's devices and activities when we're at our limit, and teaches us to shift from self-blame to self-care.

This Episode is For You If: 

• You find yourself losing your temper with your kids over minor incidents
• You feel an intense desire to sit in a quiet hotel room all by yourself for a break
• You find yourself overwhelmed while doing everyday tasks
• You lie in bed at night, exhausted from the day, but unable to switch off your active, noisy brain

Click HERE to watch this video to learn The 3 Things to Avoid When Reading Self-Help Books

How to Connect with Lara:

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