Today’s episode of The Lively Show is a huge honor for me to share with you.

I’m talking with author and lecturer, Tal Ben-Shahar. Tal taught two of the largest Harvard classes in the history of the school, and I was a lucky student of his Positive Psychology class — tuning in “un-officially” during my time at The University of Michigan.

His work has made a huge impact on my life and I am pumped to get to share him with you today on TLS(!!!).

In the show we cover a wide range of topics including: positive psychology, the origins of “self help,” the importance of diversifying our self-worth, perfect vs. optimal, and how to effectively implement habits that will boost our happiness.

This episode is perfect for anyone who geeks out on the topic of personal development or wants to get some easy takeaways to start improving their life one optimal step at a time.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT

 

• Why the idea of “self help” has shifted from being about hard work and small change over time to quick fixes.

• What things are key to making positive changes in our lives.

• The #1 predictor of well-being.

• Why research shows that levels of happiness and empathy are dropping, and how we can increase those things in our own lives.

• Effective ways to get over the resistance we may experience towards things like exercising, meditation, and gratitude and how to create lasting habits.

• Tal’s thoughts on perfectionism and how embracing “good enough” can lead to less frustration and more satisfaction in our lives.

• How to diversify your self worth.

• How to avoid distractions and be more present in our lives

• What Tal would tell someone just starting out on this journey.

 

SHOW NOTES

 

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

Self Help

The Power of Full Engagement

The Pursuit of Perfect

Mindset

Sleeping with Your Smartphone

The ONE Thing

Note: Life With Intention Online registration closes tomorrow (Friday 9/25/15) at midnight. Learn more and register here.

Today’s Lively show is a very “lively,” action-packed conversation with author and thought leader, Jon Acuff. Jon is a thoughtful, funny, and down-to-earth author with five books under his belt, including Start and Quitter.

Today, we’re speaking about the topic of his newest book, Do Over, which is all about cultivating the four aspects of our “Career Savings Account,” so that we can navigate positive, unexpected, and negative career transitions that will inevitably pop at various points in our careers (non-biz and biz alike).

This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to grow and invest in their career so that they can: choose self-directed “do overs” throughout their career, or bounce back from unexpected (or unwelcome) career “do overs.”

 

“The biggest gatekeeper to you doing meaningful work is usually you.” – Jon AcuffClick To Tweet

“Ask friends for favors and ask strangers for friendship.” – Jon AcuffClick To Tweet

“You’re capable of more than you think, and it’s going to be harder than you think.” – Jon AcuffClick To Tweet

 

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT

 

* How Jon’s book Do Over has helped a broad range of people — from stay at home moms to college grads — learn how to handle life change.

* Jon’s formula for an amazing career, and the area in which he believes most of us are lacking.

* Why Jon suggests meeting with advocates on a regular basis who are able to speak honest truth into your life, and how to find them.

Today’s Lively show is a very “lively,” action-packed conversation with author and thought leader, Jon Acuff. Jon is a thoughtful, funny, and down-to-earth author with five books under his belt, including Start and Quitter.

Today, we’re speaking about the topic of his newest book, Do Over, which is all about cultivating the four aspects of our “Career Savings Account,” so that we can navigate positive, unexpected, and negative career transitions that will inevitably pop at various points in our careers (non-biz and biz alike).

This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to grow and invest in their career so that they can: choose self-directed “do overs” throughout their career, or bounce back from unexpected (or unwelcome) career “do overs.”

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT

 

• How Jon’s book Do Over has helped a broad range of people — from stay at home moms to college grads — learn how to handle life change.

• Jon’s formula for an amazing career, and the area in which he believes most of us are lacking.

• Why Jon suggests meeting with advocates on a regular basis who are able to speak honest truth into your life, and how to find them.

• Two things you can do to change your job tomorrow.

• The problem with the idea that you have to be an entrepreneur to do meaningful work.

• Why looking at your job to provide everything you need for fulfillment is not the answer.

• The one powerful question Jon asks before each speaking engagement that has made him a more effective speaker.

• Jon’s advice on online dating profiles.

• What Jon would tell someone just starting out on this journey.

 

SHOW NOTES

 

Career Fireside Chat recording + printable

Stuff Christians Like 

Jon’s Blog 

Do Over

James Altucher 

Squarespace Mini Interview Guest: Allison Magpantay

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today we’re talking intentions – Values-based intentions to be exact!

In this episode, we’re discussing what it means to live from our Values through the experience of Life With Intention Online alumni, Katie Evans.

Katie is a mom, wife, non-profit board member, and founder of HoorayMail.com – on top of having a full-time job!

She’s one busy lady and she’s sharing openly about how she’s changed her life to find more peace, joy, and fulfillment in the things she’s added and subtracted from her closet, home, personal habits, relationships, and career. All as a result of living from her Values-based intentions.

This episode is perfect for anyone looking to learn more about the Life With Intention Online approach, Values-based intentions, and the LWIO class structure. 

 

PS: Life With Intention Online registration is now open (through September/25)!

Learn more + register here.

 

“Create space. Make room for what matters in your life.” – Katie EvansClick To Tweet

“Listen to your intuition. The wisdom within your gut is where all your answers reside.” – Katie EvansClick To Tweet

 

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT

 

* Why Katie decided to take Life With Intention Online and how it has changed her life.

* Why Katie didn’t feel fulfilled even after crossing everything off her bucket list before age 30.

* The clever trick Katie uses to begin the day with intention.

* Who would benefit from taking Life With Intention Online.

* How Katie has found peace in her every day life through her Values Based Intentions.

* Her advice to someone before they begin the Life With Intention Online course.

* How Katie was able to fit the class into her extra busy schedule.

* Why we are both excited to take the class again this fall.

* What Katie would tell someone just starting out on this journey.

 

SHOW NOTES

 

Life With Intention Online details + registration (open until September 25th, 2015)

Life With Intention Online alumni episode with Elizabeth Piper

Today we’re talking intentions – Values-based intentions to be exact!

In this episode, we’re discussing what it means to live from our Values through the experience of Life With Intention Online alumni, Katie Evans.

Katie is a mom, wife, non-profit board member, and founder of HoorayMail.com – on top of having a full-time job!

She’s one busy lady and she’s sharing openly about how she’s changed her life to find more peace, joy, and fulfillment in the things she’s added and subtracted from her closet, home, personal habits, relationships, and career. All as a result of living from her Values-based intentions.

This episode is perfect for anyone looking to learn more about the Life With Intention Online approach, Values-based intentions, and the LWIO class structure. 

 

PS: Life With Intention Online registration is now open (through September/25)!

Learn more + register here.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT

 

• Why Katie decided to take Life With Intention Online and how it has changed her life.

• Why Katie didn’t feel fulfilled even after crossing everything off her bucket list before age 30.

• The clever trick Katie uses to begin the day with intention.

• Who would benefit from taking Life With Intention Online.

• How Katie has found peace in her every day life through her Values Based Intentions.

• Her advice to someone before they begin the Life With Intention Online course.

• How Katie was able to fit the class into her extra busy schedule.

• Why we are both excited to take the class again this fall.

• What Katie would tell someone just starting out on this journey.

 

SHOW NOTES

 

Life With Intention Online details + registration (open until September 25th, 2015)

Life With Intention Online alumni episode with Elizabeth Piper

Intention Setting Mini Series (available through Sunday, September 20th, 2015)

Hooray Mail 

Intention Tattoos 

The Crossroads of Should and Must

Creative Mornings 

Jessica Turner’s interview on The Lively Show

Today’s Squarespace Mini Interview Guest: Bare Root Girl

Subscribe to Hooray Mail and get a free month (that’s 2 mailings!) – use code LIVELY

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today’s show is quite simply… epic for any fans of John and Sherry Petersik of Young House Love!

John and Sherry are the husband and wife duo that have a large mammoth and devoted community that has followed their DIY successes, home decor adventures, and personal journey since 2007.

Then, in October of 2014, they decided to leave their full-time blogging career behind.

But they’re back… at least on today’s podcast! 

They are covering all the bases:

– What they’ve been up to since they stopped blogging.

– How their careers have evolved post-blog.

– A sneak peek behind their new book, Lovable, Livable Home (launching September 22nd!).

– What’s new with Clara, Teddy, and Burger.

– How their blog/life boundaries and priorities have changed.

– Why they stopped blogging.

– The role positive and critical feedback played in closing the blog.

– And – of course – whether or not they plan to re-open the blog.

Let’s go to the show!

 

PS – For those who cannot hear podcasts, we have made a transcript for this episode.

 

“If something feels wrong or unnatural you have to change it. No one’s going to change it for you.” – @younghouselove Click To Tweet

“Embrace the adventure. Be willing to experiment and try and fail.” – @younghouselove Click To Tweet

 

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT

 

* What enabled John and Sherry to quit their jobs and focus on their blog full time while raising their children.

* What John and Sherry have been doing since they stopped blogging in October of 2014, and how they have been able to use the skills they developed while blogging to make a living without their platform.

* John and Sherry tell us about their new book.

* How their home decorating and DIY process has changed since they stopped blogging and why they feel in some ways the process is more genuine and enjoyable now.

* The scrutiny they received by readers of their blog and the role it played in their decision to leave blogging.

Today’s show is quite simply… epic for any fans of John and Sherry Petersik of Young House Love!

John and Sherry are the husband and wife duo that have a large mammoth and devoted community that has followed their DIY successes, home decor adventures, and personal journey since 2007.

Then, in October of 2014, they decided to leave their full-time blogging career behind.

But they’re back… at least on today’s podcast! 

They are covering all the bases:

– What they’ve been up to since they stopped blogging.

– How their careers have evolved post-blog.

– A sneak peek behind their new book, Lovable, Livable Home (launching September 22nd!).

– What’s new with Clara, Teddy, and Burger.

– How their blog/life boundaries and priorities have changed.

– Why they stopped blogging.

– The role positive and critical feedback played in closing the blog.

– And – of course – whether or not they plan to re-open the blog.

Let’s go to the show!

 

PS – For those who cannot hear podcasts, we have made a transcript for this episode.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT

 

• What enabled John and Sherry to quit their jobs and focus on their blog full time while raising their children.

• What John and Sherry have been doing since they stopped blogging in October of 2014, and how they have been able to use the skills they developed while blogging to make a living without their platform.

• John and Sherry tell us about their new book.

• How their home decorating and DIY process has changed since they stopped blogging and why they feel in some ways the process is more genuine and enjoyable now.

• The scrutiny they received by readers of their blog and the role it played in their decision to leave blogging.

• Why feedback, both good and bad, hindered their ability to be authentic.

• Their advice to someone who is struggling with public scrutiny online.

• How John and Sherry have changed their conception of their self worth and found a better balance in their lives after leaving the blog.

• What John and Sherry would tell someone just starting out on this journey.

 

SHOW NOTES

 

Young House Love (Blog) 

Young House Love (Book)

Lovable Livable Home (pre-order for September 22nd, 2015)

John and Sherry’s products  

Myleik Teele’s Interview on The Lively Show 

Today’s show centers on an unexpected + fun topic I’ve been itching to share.

We’re talking dating! Specifically: tips on how to date introverts, and how to attract people naturally as an introvert.

I’m speaking with dating coach Sarah Jones, of IntrovertedAlpha.com. Sarah specializes in helping introverted men improve their dating experience and attract women naturally.

This conversation is perfect for introverts and extroverts who want to understand the concept of introversion a bit better, want to learn how introversion affects dating (as a man and as a woman), or want to thrive in a relationship with someone who is introverted.

 

PS: Please also share this episode with anyone you know who may benefit from these tips. : )

 

“You can’t always wait until you’re sure before you do something.” – Sarah JonesClick To Tweet

“Enjoy the hell out of being you.” – Sarah JonesClick To Tweet

“Introversion is a beautiful thing. It’s not something wrong or to fix.” – Sarah JonesClick To Tweet

 

September only:

 

 

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT

 

* How her work as an artist and tutor lead Sarah to become a dating coach that focuses on helping introverted men.

* Why as an extroverted child she felt she needed to be more introverted and how that experience has served her in her work.

* The common misconceptions about what introversion means and how introverts and extroverts get their energy differently.

* How having an understanding of the differences between introverts and extroverts can help someone who is dating or in a relationship.

* 3 things that introverts can do to improve their dating experience.

* How women can help men feel confident to approach them.

* Sarah’s advice to introverted men and women who want to try online dating.

* How to enjoy being you.

* How you can improve your connection with an introverted partner.

* What Sarah would tell someone just starting out on this journey.

 

SHOW NOTES

 

Free Live Online Intention Setting Workshops (September only)

Today’s show centers on an unexpected + fun topic I’ve been itching to share.

We’re talking dating! Specifically: tips on how to date introverts, and how to attract people naturally as an introvert.

I’m speaking with dating coach Sarah Jones, of IntrovertedAlpha.com. Sarah specializes in helping introverted men improve their dating experience and attract women naturally.

This conversation is perfect for introverts and extroverts who want to understand the concept of introversion a bit better, want to learn how introversion affects dating (as a man and as a woman), or want to thrive in a relationship with someone who is introverted.

 

PS: Please also share this episode with anyone you know who may benefit from these tips. : )

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT

 

• How her work as an artist and tutor lead Sarah to become a dating coach that focuses on helping introverted men.

• Why as an extroverted child she felt she needed to be more introverted and how that experience has served her in her work.

• The common misconceptions about what introversion means and how introverts and extroverts get their energy differently.

• How having an understanding of the differences between introverts and extroverts can help someone who is dating or in a relationship.

• 3 things that introverts can do to improve their dating experience.

• How women can help men feel confident to approach them.

• Sarah’s advice to introverted men and women who want to try online dating.

• How to enjoy being you.

• How you can improve your connection with an introverted partner.

• What Sarah would tell someone just starting out on this journey.

 

SHOW NOTES

 

Free Live Online Intention Setting Workshops (September only)

Introverted Alpha 

Myers Briggs Personality Type Test 

Quiet

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

To kick off September, I’ve got two new things for you!

1. A new Lively Show sharing my favorite things from August.

“Monthly favorites” are popular episodes on many YouTube channels, and they are now my favorite videos to watch.

In today’s mini edition of The Lively Show, I’m experimenting with this type of episode on the podcast! I’m sharing all the things I loved eating, watching, reading, etc. this August.

Click the “read this post” button below to listen.

2. Free Values-based intention setting workshops!

To celebrate the end of The Lively Show Summer Series and the upcoming Life With Intention Online opening, I’m dedicating this September to free live online workshops to help you set Values-Based Intentions for your life.

If you’d like to join the live Intention Setting Workshops (the first begins next week), >> please sign up here <<.

(After the workshops are over, the link above will no longer allow you to sign up.)

 

 

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT

 

* The favorite things that I read, watched, ate, and loved this August.

* How to join the free live intention setting workshops I’ll be hosting this month!

 

SHOW NOTES

 

Free Live Intention Setting Workshops * (*After the workshop registration is closed, this link will no longer allow you to register.)

Mimi Ikonn YouTube Channel

Mimi Ikonn on The Lively Show

Vivianna Does Makeup YouTube Channel

The Lively Show episode with Alisa Vitti about Woman Code & hormones

Taza Chocolate Bars (my fave flavors are Toffee Almond & Sea Salt and Raspberry Nib Crunch)

Trader Joes Organic Brown Rice Pasta Fusseli (Gluten Free)

Do Over: Rescue Monday, Reinvent Your Work, and Never Get Stuck

The Power of Now

Murder She Wrote < On Netflix