Rich Life Revolution

Welcome to Episode 63 of the Rich Life Revolution Podcast! Today, I'm peeling back the curtain and letting you into my personal world with some journal reflections that are straight from my heart. 🌸✨

This is the episode where I get real with you – diving into my thoughts, my spiritual nudges, and some serious soul-searching. In a world that celebrates highlight reels, I'm here to bring the honest, unfiltered journey because life isn't always Instagram-perfect. From trusting my intuition to learning the art of surrendering to the universe, this one's a deep dive into the magic that happens when we let go and let life lead.

In this intimate solo episode, I'll share my recent reflections, inspired by incredible mentors like Oprah and Jamie Kern Lima, and how they've transformed my perspective on purpose, gratitude, and being guided by a higher power. And yes, I'll even read you a letter I wrote to the universe. 💌

📝 Lessons from My Journal – Heartfelt reflections from my journey of listening to intuition and trusting the universe. 🌌 The Power of "Hmm" – Recognizing the whispers and pauses from the universe that guide us (and how to avoid the "brick upside the head" moments). 🙏 Surrendering Your Desires – Why letting go of the need to control everything can open doors you didn't even know existed. 💖 A Letter to the Universe – Hear my personal letter to the universe and learn how to write your own.

💡 Golden Quote: "Let the universe dream the dream for you. Listen, and step into that dream."

Grab your journal, tune in, and let's journey together. Share this episode with a friend who needs a reminder to trust their intuition and let go. 🌠

Content warning: Sexual abuse and other trauma are discussed in this episode. If these topics are triggering for you, please champion your wellness and consider skipping this episode.

How could rapid transformational therapy help you enrich your life? So many of us experience less of our lives than we might due to past traumas, limiting beliefs, and societal roadblocks. These barriers stand in the way of our authenticity and coming into our ideal lives.

In this personal and moving episode, Michelle speaks with Chrissie Catling, a practitioner of Rapid Transformational Therapy. Chrissie's incredible breadth of knowledge in this and many other modalities has helped so many individuals "upgrade the computer chips of their beings" and begin to experience life beyond the deep-seated limiting beliefs and childhood wounds that prevent them from living their healthiest, richest lives.

Sit back and sink into this insightful discussion on the power of the subconscious: The deep healing potential of Rapid Transformational Therapy How raising our vibrational and emotional energy resonates throughout the world The many components involved in achieving holistic wellness The very real impacts of our present-day struggle to live in the moment

Resources from the episode:

• Learn more about Joe Dispenza's work: https://drjoedispenza.com/
• Learn more about Marissa Peer's work: https://marisapeer.com/
• Read "The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma" by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-body-keeps-the-score-brain-mind-and-body-in-the-healing-of-trauma-bessel-van-der-kolk/6679040

Connect with Chrissie:

• Explore her work and schedule a free consultation: https://www.accessyourownhealing.com/

Get more with Michelle:

• Download Michelle's Resources from her Stan Store: https://stan.store/michellebcooper
• Alchemy Accounting & Bookkeeping: https://alchemyaccounting.ca/
• The Sacred Money School: https://the-sacred-money-school.mn.co/
• Read her book! Confessions of a Money Rock Star: https://www.amazon.ca/Confessions-Money-Rock-Star-Abundance/dp/198867509X/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2EKILMESTSGCS&keywords=michelle+cooper&qid=1687550778&sprefix=michelle+cooper%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-5 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellebcooper/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebcooper/

What will your wealth vision board look like? You do so much to foster the success of your business, from fine-tuning hiring and management practices, to pursuing new clients and following the finances. But what about the less immediate, less tangible things that can help you realize your truest vision in the long run?

In this episode, Michelle shares her personal experience with the benefits of visualization and outlines how you can create a wealth vision board that will help you keep all your big goals and dreams front-of-mind.

Dig into all these tips and tricks for making the most of your future good fortune:

• The link between visualization and your brain's reticular activating system
• The key themes that should appear on every wealth vision board
• Loads of inspiration for getting your board out of your mind and onto the paper (or screen)

Resources from the episode:

• Listen to Episode 52, Create Your Personal Success Plan With Sacred Money Archetypes & Human Design: https://michellebcooper.com/sacred-money-archetypes-human-design-ep-27/

Get more with Michelle:

• Download Michelle's Resources from her Stan Store: https://stan.store/michellebcooper
• Alchemy Accounting & Bookkeeping: https://alchemyaccounting.ca/
• The Sacred Money School: https://the-sacred-money-school.mn.co/
• Read her book! Confessions of a Money Rock Star: https://www.amazon.ca/Confessions-Money-Rock-Star-Abundance/dp/198867509X/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2EKILMESTSGCS&keywords=michelle+cooper&qid=1687550778&sprefix=michelle+cooper%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-5
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellebcooper/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebcooper/

How much do you know about your tax responsibilities when you work outside your home country? Over the past few years, the doors to the whole world have opened, giving us the opportunity to see far-flung countries while we put in our hours instead of just during our vacation days. In this episode, Michelle talks travel and taxes with Sandra Morno, a tax strategist who specializes in services for her fellow digital nomads.

Discover Sandra's inspiration for wandering feet and stress-free filing:

• The truth about the tax savings digital nomads can enjoy
• Why we need to keep dreaming and doing, no matter what life throws at us
• The vast differences in working life around the world

Resources from the episode:

• Learn about the retirement program in Belize - https://www.belizetourismboard.org/programs-events/retirement-program/
• Connect with Sandra on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandramorno-taxstrategist/
• Learn about Sandra's tax strategy services - https://www.ssbmconsulting.com/

Get more with Michelle:

• Download Michelle's Resources from her Stan Store: https://stan.store/michellebcooper
• Alchemy Accounting & Bookkeeping: https://alchemyaccounting.ca/
• The Sacred Money School: https://the-sacred-money-school.mn.co/
• Read her book! Confessions of a Money Rock Star: https://www.amazon.ca/Confessions-Money-Rock-Star-Abundance/dp/198867509X/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2EKILMESTSGCS&keywords=michelle+cooper&qid=1687550778&sprefix=michelle+cooper%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-5
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellebcooper/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebcooper/

How are you giving back? We all exchange money for services every day of our lives. Giving is different; it transforms our dollars into vital energy that we release without any expectation of it coming back. When we aren't attached to the outcome, we have an opportunity to level up our abundance. In this episode, Michelle digs into how a solid philanthropic mission that supports charities and non-profits in alignment with your core tenets—both personally and in your business—can help change your life and the lives of those around you.

Start thinking about the legacy you'll leave behind:

• How do your causes align with your core values?
• What kind of impact will you make with your philanthropy?
• How can you make sure you're donating to a worthy cause?

Resources from the episode:

• Episode 12, Evolve to Align Your Head, Your Heart, and Your Higher Purpose with Yanik Silver - https://michellebcooper.com/evolve-to-align-your-head-your-heart-and-your-higher-purpose-with-yanik-silver-ep-12/
• Get your copy of Evolved Enterprise - https://evolvedenterprise.com/
• Gates Foundation - https://www.gatesfoundation.org/
• Oprah Winfrey Charitable Foundation - https://www.oprahfoundation.org/
• Azim Premji Foundation - https://azimpremjifoundation.org/
• Open Society Foundation - https://www.opensocietyfoundations.org/
• Chan Zuckerberg Initiative - https://chanzuckerberg.com/

Get more with Michelle:

• Download Michelle's Resources from her Stan Store: https://stan.store/michellebcooper
• Alchemy Accounting & Bookkeeping: https://alchemyaccounting.ca/
• The Sacred Money School: https://the-sacred-money-school.mn.co/
• Read her book! Confessions of a Money Rock Star: https://www.amazon.ca/Confessions-Money-Rock-Star-Abundance/dp/198867509X/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2EKILMESTSGCS&keywords=michelle+cooper&qid=1687550778&sprefix=michelle+cooper%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-5
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellebcooper/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebcooper/

How much more money is hiding in your business? As entrepreneurs and CEOs, we're often more than willing to grind through outrageous working hours and forego holidays and reasonable dinnertimes to make sure our business babies thrive. But all that hard work can mean we're funneling our time into a bunch of tasks that don't move the needle.

Recently, Michelle and Alchemy Accounting hosted a fantastic workshop with Mara Whitener, a business growth strategist and fractional COO who helps business owners find the tens of thousands of dollars (or more!) hidden right under their noses! She explains how to see incredible growth and success in your company while still keeping your initial passion burning. Mara's process helps get your business looking less like a timesuck and more like you always dreamed it would.

Uncover the sticky spots in your business to set your finances free and help them flourish:

• Why every growth strategy has to start with you and your vision Why extra money in your business tends to hide in three sneaky places A step-by-step process for revealing the roadblocks and gaps in these spots Real-world examples of women entrepreneurs who freed these hidden funds

Resources from the episode:

• Learn more about human design: https://michellebcooper.com/sacred-money-archetypes-human-design-ep-27/

Connect with Mara:

• Learn more about Mara's company, Whitener Pros: https://whitenerpros.com/
• Schedule a consultation with Mara: https://whitenerpros.com/calendly/

Get more with Michelle:

• Download Michelle's Resources from her Stan Store: https://stan.store/michellebcooper
• Alchemy Accounting & Bookkeeping: https://alchemyaccounting.ca/
• The Sacred Money School: https://the-sacred-money-school.mn.co/
• Read her book! Confessions of a Money Rock Star: https://www.amazon.ca/Confessions-Money-Rock-Star-Abundance/dp/198867509X/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2EKILMESTSGCS&keywords=michelle+cooper&qid=1687550778&sprefix=michelle+cooper%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-5
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellebcooper/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebcooper/

How can prioritizing your self-care help you achieve your money goals? You already know that self-care and a strong financial strategy are both important factors in building your Rich Life. The great news for all the busy high-achievers out there is that the first can benefit the second!

In this episode, Michelle offers up a real-talk kick in the pants that really drives home why self-care is so important. Then, she walks you through how to incorporate those practices to really get the most out of your Rich Life, for your finances, your physical health, and beyond.

Dig into the how and why of self-care's transformative impact on your financial health:

• Why is self-care so important to our overall wellness?
• How can you prioritize a stronger self-care practice to help your money situation?
• How do you overcome the inevitable obstacles to making more time for yourself?

Resources from the episode:

• Get your Money Date workbook - https://thesacredmoneyschool.com/moneydate/
• Listen to episode 51, The Red Velvet Rope Lifestyle: Start Putting Yourself First - https://michellebcooper.com/red-velvet-rope-lifestyle-ep-51/
• Check out Joe Dispensa's free guided walking meditations - https://www.youtube.com/user/drjoedispenza

Get more with Michelle:

• Download Michelle's Resources from her Stan Store: https://stan.store/michellebcooper
• Alchemy Accounting & Bookkeeping: https://alchemyaccounting.ca/
• The Sacred Money School: https://the-sacred-money-school.mn.co/
• Read her book! Confessions of a Money Rock Star: https://www.amazon.ca/Confessions-Money-Rock-Star-Abundance/dp/198867509X/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2EKILMESTSGCS&keywords=michelle+cooper&qid=1687550778&sprefix=michelle+cooper%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-5
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellebcooper/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebcooper/

How would your world change if you lived in harmony with nature? Our lives these days are so inundated with to-dos and expectations and just generally trying to survive. The great news is, nature is a free resource we can all embrace to help ease these stressors, if we only open ourselves up to its possibilities.

In this episode, Michelle digs into an all-natural aspect of the Rich Life Revolution with Kamakshi Hart, a spiritual psychology expert and transformational coach who guides her clients through nature-based transformations from trauma. As she says, "our true nature is nature," and today she shares how to make the most of your time in the great outdoors.

Discover Kamakshi's tips for creating transformative nature experiences:

• Why praising nature should be a part of your daily routine
• How hanging out with horses can help you grow and heal
• The scientifically proven effect of the outdoors on your sympathetic nervous system
• How to embrace what nature is teaching by opening up and paying attention

Resources from the episode:

• Read Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer - https://bookshop.org/p/books/braiding-sweetgrass-robin-wall-kimmerer/16712606?ean=9781571313560
• [LINK TO EP 55]

Connect with Kamakshi:

• Learn more about Kamakshi and her work - https://www.kamakshihart.com/
• Follow her on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kamakshihart/
• Follow her on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kamakshi.hart

Get more with Michelle:

• Download Michelle's Resources from her Stan Store: https://stan.store/michellebcooper
• Alchemy Accounting & Bookkeeping: https://alchemyaccounting.ca/
• The Sacred Money School: https://the-sacred-money-school.mn.co/
• Read her book! Confessions of a Money Rock Star: https://www.amazon.ca/Confessions-Money-Rock-Star-Abundance/dp/198867509X/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2EKILMESTSGCS&keywords=michelle+cooper&qid=1687550778&sprefix=michelle+cooper%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-5
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellebcooper/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebcooper/

When was the last time you celebrated a financial milestone? How did it make you feel? There's a psychological boost that comes from actively recognizing when you achieve something important: a rush of motivation, a surge of confidence.

Busy, goal-oriented people have a tendency to acknowledge reaching those goals by checking the box and moving on. Saved ten grand? Check. Paid off your student debt? Check. Hit a million in your business? Check. But you deserve and require more than a pen mark for these achievements—you deserve a happy dance and dedicated celebration. In fact, that's a foundational factor in building abundance.

In this episode, Michelle spills the tea on how you can identify and celebrate your financial milestones the way you deserve:

• Which milestones should you celebrate?
• How do you activate those meaningful rewards?
• Why should you shout your achievements from the rooftops?

Resources from the episode:

• Sign up for the Debt Liberation workshop - https://skh246.infusionsoft.app/app/orderForms/debt-liberation?cookieSearchStarted=true&cookieUUID=526fb76f-85d7-4c42-b092-6b88bd9d79ac
• Try out the 5k Savings Challenge - https://stan.store/michellebcooper/p/get-my-guide-now-pwyg9

Get more with Michelle:

• Download Michelle's Resources from her Stan Store: https://stan.store/michellebcooper
• Alchemy Accounting & Bookkeeping: https://alchemyaccounting.ca/
• The Sacred Money School: https://the-sacred-money-school.mn.co/
• Read her book! Confessions of a Money Rock Star: https://www.amazon.ca/Confessions-Money-Rock-Star-Abundance/dp/198867509X/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2EKILMESTSGCS&keywords=michelle+cooper&qid=1687550778&sprefix=michelle+cooper%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-5
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellebcooper/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebcooper/

What would change if you could refocus on you and romanticize your life? You wear a lot of hats throughout the years —student, spouse, parent, boss. For women especially, the tendency (and pressure) to focus on the other people in these communities—your friends, children, employees, partner—means one very important person often gets lost in the shuffle: you!

Michelle knows firsthand the fallout that can come from ceasing to care for oneself in the hustle and bustle of prioritizing other people and goals. The fact is, you need to respect and nurture yourself at least as much as you respect and nurture others. That's what "romanticizing your life" is all about. In this episode, Michelle shares three important parts of this concept and the potential they hold to help you seize the role of a lifetime: the main character of your own life.

Start romanticizing your experience with these insights and tips:

• Why we need to recalibrate our internal compass and revisit our core values
• The transformative power of mindfulness, minimalism, and authenticity
• Three impactful tools for getting a jump on your romanticized life

Resources from the episode:

• Journaling prompts downloadable PDF - https://stan.store/michellebcooper/p/get-my-journal-now-8n91v
• Take the Sacred Money Archetype assessment - https://alchemyaccounting.ca/moneyarchetypes/

Get more with Michelle:

• Download Michelle's Resources from her Stan Store: https://stan.store/michellebcooper
• Alchemy Accounting & Bookkeeping: https://alchemyaccounting.ca/
• The Sacred Money School: https://the-sacred-money-school.mn.co/
• Read her book! Confessions of a Money Rock Star: https://www.amazon.ca/Confessions-Money-Rock-Star-Abundance/dp/198867509X/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2EKILMESTSGCS&keywords=michelle+cooper&qid=1687550778&sprefix=michelle+cooper%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-5
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellebcooper/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebcooper/