Remember to Live with Corean Canty

Most of us move through life assuming there will be more time. Time to make the change, have the conversation, take the trip, or finally do the thing we keep pushing to someday.

But lately, getting closer to 50, watching the people I love move into new seasons of life, and saying goodbye to Lucky after 15 years have made me feel time differently.

In this episode, I’m thinking about what makes us finally notice time passing, how easily we can miss the moment we’re in, and the question I can’t stop asking myself: What is this time making me pay attention to?

This conversation is for you if you:

• Keep telling yourself there will be time to do something someday
• Are becoming more aware of how quickly the years are moving
• Have experienced a loss that changed the rhythm of your everyday life
• Find yourself questioning what you’ve done with your time
• Spend too much of the present replaying the past

Key Takeaways

• Why time feels different as I get closer to 50
• What saying goodbye to Lucky made me realize about presence and absence
• How aging, loss, and changing family roles are reshaping my relationship with time
• The irony of wasting the present worrying about time we think we wasted
• The question I’m asking myself about how I want to live now

Timestamps

00:00 Why I’ve Been Thinking About Time
01:36 What Makes Us Notice Time Passing
02:36 Saying Goodbye to Lucky
03:46 Experiencing Time Through Absence
04:11 What Is Time Making Me Pay Attention To?
04:55 The Time We Assume Is Ahead of Us
07:09 Regret and the Time We Think We Wasted
09:21 Remembering That I’m Still in Time
10:16 How Do I Want to Live Inside This Moment?
12:50 What Is This Time Making You Notice?

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After four years of leaping, quitting corporate, starting businesses, giving two TEDx talks, and traveling everywhere I'd put off, I ended up back in the corporate world I walked away from. And I still have regrets. This episode is the return of Remember to Live, and I'm starting it by admitting the thing this whole show was supposedly built to prevent.

I've been away for a minute. A lot has changed, including the mission of this podcast. This episode is me coming back to the mic to tell you why, and to walk through the book that cracked open everything I thought I knew about living without regret: Daniel Pink's The Power of Regret. Turns out the "no regrets" philosophy might be the thing getting in our way.

This conversation is for you if you:

• Have taken the leap and still wonder if you got it wrong
• Are chasing "no regrets" and secretly still carrying some
• Feel like your life looks right on paper but something still nags at you
• Are sitting on a decision right now, afraid either choice leads to regret
• Are starting over again and don't know how to talk about it yet

Key Takeaways

On Coming Back:

• Why a short break turned into a year of living and inaction
• What it felt like landing back in corporate after doing "all the things"
• Why having regrets again, after all that, felt like a personal failure at first

On the Two Kinds of Regret:

• Daniel Pink's research on regret, and the one type that outweighs the other
• Why "no regrets" might be the wrong goal to chase
• What changed when I stopped trying to avoid regret altogether

On Regret as a Signal, Not a Verdict:

• Why regret isn't the character flaw we think it is
• The difference between reflecting on a regret and spiraling in it
• What regret is actually trying to tell you, once you stop running from it

On Reframing Regret:

• Why action regrets, even the failed ones, land differently than the ones from doing nothing
• A simple phrase that's changing how I look back on hard decisions
• Why the pain of not doing something outweighs the pain of doing it wrong

On This Next Season:

• What turning 50 is making me rethink about how I spend the time I have left
• Why I'm choosing action over inaction going forward
• What this next season of the show is going to look and sound like

Chapters

00:00 Coming Back to the Mic
 01:49 Four Years of Leaping: Business, TEDx, Travel
 03:05 Back in Corporate, and Still Regretting
 03:50 Discovering The Power of Regret
 05:26 Regret as a Signal, Not a Verdict
 07:01 The Shoulds I Followed and the Regret They Left
 09:21 "At Least I" vs. "I Wish I Would Have"
 10:17 Turning 50 and Choosing Action Over Inaction

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When John David Lewis found himself alone in Abu Dhabi after his family returned to the US during COVID, everything changed. What seemed like the perfect life abroad became the wake-up call he didn't know he needed.

In this deeply personal conversation, I reconnect with my college friend, educator, father, husband, and podcaster, who transformed his separation into the catalyst for intentional living. This is a raw exploration of breaking generational patterns, rebuilding relationships, and discovering that the journey of becoming better never ends.

This conversation is for you if you:

• Feel like you're going through the motions but missing the meaning
• Want to break cycles and be a better example for the next generation
• Struggle with communication in your relationships
• Are ready to do the intentional work of personal growth
• Wonder how to create routines that serve your highest self

Key Takeaways
On Waking Up to What Matters

• How temporary separation became the wake-up call that changed everything
• Why children's ceilings are only as high as their parents' growth
• The difference between accidentally living and intentionally living

On Breaking Generational Patterns

• Moving from "this is just how I am" to "I can choose who I become"
• Why being better than your parents isn't enough—you can always improve

On Intentional Routines

• The 4 AM routine: language study, chess, meditation, and fitness
• How professional athletes' dedication inspired complete life restructure
• Creating daily presence practices to stay connected to growth

On Rebuilding Relationships

• The hard truth: what you say isn't always what's received
• How asking three questions before assumptions changed everything
• Why becoming the "best husband to ever walk the earth" became his competition

On Living With Purpose

• Why shortcuts mean missing lessons you need for the next level
• How focusing on the journey creates lasting fulfillment over destinations
• The realization that growth only gets better with daily intentional work

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Intentional Living

01:24 The Moment of Realization

05:08 Transforming Through Diet and Mindfulness

11:55 The Impact of Fatherhood

16:10 Evolving Relationships and Communication

21:35 Creating a Better Future for Our Children

26:22 Finding Happiness in the Present

32:54 The Importance of Daily Routines

38:49 Relationships and Personal Growth

44:55 The Journey Over the Destination

56:35 Intentional Living and Presence

About John

John David Lewis is a husband, father, and educator with 22 years of experience, and purpose behind every step. A proud graduate of Michigan State, with advanced degrees from UCF and Nova Southeastern, he’s spent his life growing himself so he can grow others. Whether he’s leading in the classroom or leading at home, his mission is clear: to change the energy around effort, model what intentional living looks like, and create a culture where growth isn’t optional, it’s expected. 

Connect: Www.LewiSquad.com

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXaA5pOaOhOaF5xaxtcn7ZQ

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What happens when you give yourself permission to rest and listen to the signals life is sending you? In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Gail Walker, a former Navy veteran turned life doula and decluttering expert, who discovered her true calling during an 18-month sabbatical after retirement.

Gail shares her transformational journey from military structure to entrepreneurial freedom, and how one reluctant favor for a friend in Spain changed everything. This episode dives deep into the art of creating capacity in your life through decluttering your space, accepting help, and designing systems that support your values rather than drain your energy.

This conversation is for you if you:

• Feel overwhelmed by the daily management of your household and life
• Struggle with accepting help, even when you desperately need it
• Wonder how clutter might be masking deeper emotional patterns
• Want to create more presence and connection in your relationships
• Are curious about taking strategic breaks to discover your next chapter

Key Takeaways
On Finding Your Signal

• Why rest isn't laziness, it's the space where new directions reveal themselves
• How 18 months of intentional downtime led to a complete career transformation
• The importance of creating capacity to "receive a new signal" for your life

On Redefining Support

• Why "it's just easier if I do it" is a control lie we tell ourselves
• How accepting help isn't about being unable, it's about being strategic
• The framework: "As your life expands, so should your support"

On Decluttering as Life Design

• Clutter as a mask for deeper emotional states (overwhelm, grief, confusion)
• The "People, Property, and Processes" framework for home organization
• How your physical environment signals what systems need attention

On Living Fully

• Why your home should be designed around your current values, not past versions
• The power of asking for what you need instead of hoping people will guess
• How small luxuries (like prioritizing sleep) create capacity for bigger dreams

Chapters

00:00 Embracing the Present: A Journey of Transformation

09:53 From Military Structure to Entrepreneurial Freedom

19:53 The Importance of Support in Family Dynamics

25:24 Clutter as a Mask for Deeper Issues

26:58 Support Systems in Busy Lives

28:04 The Value of Support for Singles

29:49 Decluttering for Clarity and Peace 

30:59 Collaboration vs. Lone Ranger Mentality 

33:16 Home Organization as a Foundation 

35:05 Decluttering Beyond the Physical 

37:24 Creating Energy and Inspiration in Spaces

39:01 Living Fully and Joyfully 

40:56 Finding Joy in Sleep 

42:49 Saying Yes to Help 

44:30 Life Soundtrack and Motivation 

45:14 Remembering to Live Mindfully

Connect with Gayle

http://www.linkedin.com/in/gaylelwalker

https://www.instagram.com/mylifedoula

https://www.youtube.com/@mylifedoula

https://www.pinterest.com/mylifedoula/

https://bit.ly/DeclutteringPrepGuide 

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In this episode, I chat with Natalie Bullen, a wealth and authority coach, who shares her transformative journey from bankruptcy to becoming a successful entrepreneur. We discuss the importance of self-worth, dropping hustle culture, and the need for women to take control of their financial futures. 

Natalie emphasizes the significance of unconditional self-worth, the value of time and energy, and the necessity of setting boundaries for well-being. The conversation also touches on the power of asking for help, embracing uniqueness, and finding joy in simple luxuries. Join us as we explore how to create a life of intentionality and the importance of remembering to live fully.

takeaways

• Living in the present is crucial for happiness.
• Self-worth is not tied to financial status.
• Unconditional self-worth is essential for success.
• Women must take control of their financial futures.
• Asking for help is a strength, not a weakness.
• Setting boundaries is vital for mental health.
• Hustle culture can lead to burnout and dissatisfaction.
• Finding joy in simple pleasures enhances life quality.
• Embracing uniqueness fosters authenticity and connection.
• Proactively scheduling time for self-care is necessary.

Chapters

00:00
The Journey to Present Living

03:07
From Bankruptcy to Wealth Mindset

05:57
The Importance of Self-Worth

08:45
Empowerment Through Entrepreneurship

12:02
Redefining Care and Responsibility

15:03
Navigating Financial Literacy

17:58
The Evolution of Money and Mindset

21:05
The Dangers of Hustle Culture

21:58
The Endless Hustle: A Cycle of Activity

25:06
Setting Boundaries: The Importance of Structure

27:53
Recognizing Limitations: The Value of Time and Energy

31:09
Embracing Uniqueness: The Power of Being Unusual

39:00
Creating Systems: Efficiency in Entrepreneurship

44:03
Balancing Domestic Duties and Entrepreneurship

48:32
Setting Boundaries for Mental Health

52:10
Embracing Small Luxuries and Self-Care

54:32
The Importance of Sleep and Asking for Help

58:24
Living Intentionally and Scheduling Joy

About Natalie:

Natalie Bullen,owner of Unapologetic Wealth, is a Wealth & Authority Coach who helps high-income entrepreneurs, professionals, and affluent women embody wealth at every level. 

Connect with Natalie:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliebullen/

https://unapologeticwealth.com/

https://www.facebook.com/Ladylyricist06

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Summary

Join me for a special episode where I'm featured on the "Journey to Joy Live" podcast discussing my journey from corporate executive to entrepreneur and caretaker. We dive deep into balancing leadership with motherhood, avoiding burnout, and my philosophy of putting the "living" back into "making a living." 

Learn about sacred brackets, keeping your receipts, and why joy is an act of resistance. This conversation explores how my experience as a caretaker to my mother with dementia has reinforced my mission to help others remember: there's never too late to dream, but there can be too late to do.

Chapters:

00:00 "Balancing Mom Life and Leadership"

04:45 "Motherhood and Career Balance"

08:40 "Challenges of Modern Motherhood"

12:21 "Balancing Work and Childcare"

13:00 Balancing Work and Personal Time

16:07 Keep Your Confidence Receipts

21:38 Nightly Ritual for Letting Go

22:52 Breathe, Prioritize, Act Before Too Late

28:18 Mindful Daily Self-Care Routine

29:37 "Parenting: Defining Your Own Journey"

32:08 GPS Dispute: Ignoring Directions

About Dr. NJoy:

Dr. Nina Joy Mena, affectionately known as Dr. NJoy, is a board-certified psychiatrist, author, and speaker dedicated to helping people shift from stress to joy. As the host of the Journey to Joy Live podcast, she empowers listeners to prioritize self-care, embrace resilience, and find balance in their busy lives.

 Through engaging conversations, expert insights, and her powerful INSPIRE-Joy Method, first introduced in the NJoyNAL, Dr. NJoy guides her audience to cultivate wellness across mental, physical, financial, aspirational, and social health. Tune in for real talk, practical strategies, and the motivation you need to live a life full of joy.  More info at https://www.drnjoylife.com/feed. 

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In this episode of the Remember to Live podcast, I chat with with Morgan Adams, a transformative holistic sleep coach. We discuss the importance of sleep and rest in living a fulfilling life, Morgan's journey to becoming a sleep coach, and practical tips for improving sleep quality. The conversation covers the significance of circadian rhythms, creating a sleep-friendly environment, the role of nutrition, and the pros and cons of sleep trackers. We also explore common sleep disturbances and the importance of establishing morning and evening routines for better sleep.

takeaways

Living authentically and respecting your own timeline leads to fulfillment.

• Sleep is crucial for overall well-being and quality of life.
• Circadian rhythms play a vital role in sleep quality.
• Morning light exposure helps regulate circadian rhythms.
• Consistent sleep and wake times are essential for good sleep.
• Creating a sleep sanctuary can significantly improve sleep quality.
• Meal timing impacts sleep; avoid eating close to bedtime.
• Sleep trackers can provide useful data but may cause anxiety.
• Identifying sleep disturbances can help address underlying issues.
• Establishing morning and evening routines can enhance sleep and daily life.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Holistic Sleep Coaching

05:49
Morgan's Journey to Becoming a Sleep Coach

11:45
The Role of Light and Meal Timing in Sleep

17:44
The Pros and Cons of Sleep Trackers

28:17
Creating a Sleep Sanctuary

35:20
Understanding Revenge Bedtime Procrastination

41:01
Finding Joy in Daily Routines

About Morgan Adams:

Morgan Adams is a transformative holistic sleep coach who empowers women to conquer their battle with sleepless nights, without reliance on sleep medications. With her powerful sleep toolkit, Morgan not only ensures that women experience a profound enhancement in their sleep quality, but she also guides them in rekindling their relationship with sleep, paving the way for less stressful and more fulfilling days.

Having struggled with insomnia and dependency on prescription sleeping pills for almost a decade, Morgan intimately understands the profound impact sleep has on one’s quality of life.

Morgan’s resilience shines bright as a two-time breast cancer survivor. This experience fueled her advocacy for a lifestyle rooted in disease prevention. Her wisdom and guidance extend far beyond just sleep, as she champions holistic well-being in all aspects of life.

Connect with Morgan:

Website: 

https://www.morganadamswellness.com/

Free Guide:

https://www.morganadamswellness.com/awake-again

Link to book consultation:

https://calendly.com/morganadamswellness/20minutes?month=2025-02

LinkedN:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/morganadamswellness/

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This week, I explore why discipline outweighs motivation and share practical strategies for taking action even when you don't feel like it. And why waiting for motivation often holds us back from creating the life we want.

takeaways

• Protect your energy and peace, especially in challenging times.
• Reflect on past lessons to integrate them into your life.
• Discipline is more effective than relying on motivation.
• Taking action can lead to motivation, not the other way around.
• Start with small, manageable steps to build momentum.
• Remove friction to make it easier to take action.
• Pair necessary tasks with enjoyable activities to boost motivation.
• Life is happening now; don't wait for the perfect moment.
• Create the life you want by taking consistent action.
• Use tools and strategies to navigate uncertainty and chaos.

Chapters

00:00
Embracing the New Year and Reflection

02:14
Discipline Over Motivation

03:54
Taking Action: The Key to Motivation

06:42
Small Steps and Removing Friction

09:15
Pairing Actions with Enjoyment

11:02
Creating Momentum Through Action

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Summary 

In this special episode from the Age Has No Limit podcast, I share my journey from corporate leadership to intentional living, discussing how becoming my mother's caretaker taught me that there is such a thing as "too late." I open up about recovering from extreme burnout, discovering the importance of investing in ourselves, and finding joy in life's moments. The conversation explores how I've transformed my approach to leadership, well-being, and personal growth, leading to the creation of the Remember to Live podcast and my upcoming book.

Takeaways

• There is such a thing as "too late" - while it's never too late to dream, there can be a too late to do
• Healing from burnout requires learning to listen to your body's whispers before they become roars
• The power of community and relationships in aging well and maintaining quality of life
• Redefining success on your own terms rather than following societal "shoulds"
• Small, intentional shifts in daily life can lead to meaningful transformation
• Living fully doesn't require drastic changes - it's about being present in each moment
• The importance of scheduling connection time just as seriously as work meetings
• Age shouldn't limit how we experience joy - whether that's dancing until 4 AM or pursuing new dreams

Chapters

00:00 Leadership coach, culture influencer, podcast host.

03:39 There can be a too late to act.

09:19 Finding a way through work-life balance.

15:14 Remote work accommodates diverse personal responsibilities effectively.

21:43 Create tools for entrepreneurs to manage stress.

25:58 Yoga heightens body awareness and focus significantly.

28:44 Parent guilt about availability with adult children.

32:37 Balancing relationships alongside ambitious career pursuits.

37:25 BIPOC improv group offers corporate workshops.

41:05 Adults relearn improv rules; kids naturally improvise.

44:32 Overthinking and comparisons hinder self-discovery, and enjoyment.

50:19 Accountability partners enhance impact and accomplishment.

55:05 Purpose is about fully experiencing each day.

59:20 Listen, learn, live fully. Like and subscribe.

About Patrice Davis:

Patrice Davis is a mom of three, CEO of Grants Works Consulting and Ready Set Go Consult, travel enthusiast, and culture lover.  She's happily living a redesigned life and encourages you to do the same.

Website: grantsworks.com
Podcast: readysetgoconsult.com/age-has-no-limits

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summary
Excited to kick off year two of the podcast. In this episode, I reflect on my journey over the past year, sharing insights on personal growth, the importance of choosing a word of the year, and the transformative power of small daily improvements. I review my previous words of the year, 'ease' and 'leap,' and how they shaped my experiences, leading to a focus on 'better' for the current year. 

takeaways

• Reflecting on the past year helps set intentions for the new one.
• Choosing a word of the year can serve as a guiding theme.
• Investing in oneself is crucial for personal growth.
• Being present during experiences can lead to life-changing moments.
• Making difficult decisions for loved ones can be transformative.
• Living in the moment and enjoying life is essential.
• Small daily improvements can lead to significant changes over time.
• Understanding one's worth is a key part of self-improvement.
• The journey of self-improvement is ongoing and requires commitment.
• Engaging with the community can inspire and motivate personal growth.

Chapters
00:00
Reflecting on the Past Year and Setting Intentions

07:09
The Power of Leaps: Investing in Self and Life Changes

09:55
Embracing Better: Small Shifts for Daily Improvement

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