Affirmations are written or spoken positive statements that, when consistently practiced, rewire our thoughts and beliefs (and therefore emotions). If you have a negative belief (or common thought) that causes you to feel bad, you can replace it with an empowering thought. If you repeat it to yourself regularly, such as when the negative belief is triggered AND at pre-determined times of the day, you practice this new belief, helping it become ingrained into your implicit, automatic, memory. Over time this thought becomes habituated and you BELIEVE it.

In this podcast, I wanted to share with you an affirmation: My life is a work in progress.

Each day, remind yourself that you are on an ever-changing journey, and you need to move forward to create another important piece of your  life.

Cynthia Lee

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Not everyone was born with the gift of gab or the social confidence of a talk-show host. For the introverted or poorly skilled, small talk can be intimidating and anxiety producing. Most small talk is inconsequential, but an important part of events where people gather.

You just might meet your new best friend, love of your life, or future employer at your next event.

At the very least, you can learn to look forward to social events.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://capriciouslee.com/2021/10/26/master-the-art-of-small-talk/

Once upon a time, you were confident. Children start out that way. It’s what enables them to reach for a hand or flat surface to pull themselves up to standing when they’re just beginning to walk. It’s how they play and learn and grow. Visit any playground, and you’ll see this kind of confidence in action in a thousand different ways.

Sadly, confidence isn’t a constant thing. We’re never entirely, fully confident. So, while we might find the courage to ask out that special someone, we might find this same confidence faltering when we think about asking them to marry us after months of dating. Or we’re confident enough to do well on the job interview but lack the confidence to ask for a raise even though we’ve been at the job a while now and know we deserve it. A lot of times this is because something along the way has shaken our confidence, if not broken it outright.

This podcast episode is about fixing all that.

Episode #042: You Need To Build A Stronger Ego

In self-help literature, we often read about the benefits of diminishing or eliminating the ego. Many write as though the ideal existence involves giving away all their stuff and doing away with attachment to anything. If that’s truly your calling, then go for it!

But what if you want to just be a regular person and feel good about yourself? What if you want to have a rich and exciting life, whether or not you have material abundance? Is there a way?

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://capriciouslee.com/2021/09/28/you-need-to-build-a-stronger-ego/

Episode #041: Why Not Get Your Bucket List Together

You probably first heard of a "bucket list" (a list of things you want to do before you die) after watching the movie, "The Bucket List" with Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman. Wouldn't it be nice to have your own bucket list?

If you've been putting it off, maybe now is the time to put pen to paper (or use your computer) and start your list. Doing the things you've always wanted to do, but never got around to, can be incredibly fulfilling!

Let your mind go. Give yourself the freedom to think about all the things you've always dreamed of doing. Then write them down.

In this podcast, I will share with you some sample bucket list items to find inspiration for your own list of things to fulfill before you "kick the bucket."

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://capriciouslee.com/2021/09/09/why-not-get-your-bucket-list-together/

Episode #040: The Breakdown

The breakdown. How do you move a mountain? One shovelful at a time. It’s a cute saying, but how many of us grab the shovel and start frantically banging away at the mountain, trying to whittle it down through sheer brute force?

It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the size of the mountain. It’s easy to get frustrated and angry because the challenge seems insurmountable. That’s why so many ideas to help change your life fail—the frustration gives us an out, a way to rid ourselves of something so vast. It’s an open invitation for defeatism and defeatist thinking.

So how do you move a mountain? You make it into a series of tasks. You have the end goal; now you have to make your timeline. The catch is – you need to make it backward. You need to start with the year-long goal first and then slice it into 12 parts (one for each month). Then slice each of those into four sections (one for each week) and then each of those into seven (one for each day). See the pattern?

In this transcript from my blog I will share with you some methods to break it all down with ease.

Cynthia Lee

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Loving yourself makes you stronger and happier. You’re more likely to put forth the effort to reach your goals when you appreciate your value. You’re bound to feel more content because you’ll treat yourself with compassion and respect, and seek out others who will do the same.

Instead of making you selfish, loving yourself increases your capacity and willingness to serve others. On the other hand, that kind of confidence can be difficult to conjure up if you’re used to self-criticism and doubts.

Whether you’re wild about the face you see in the mirror or trying to become a little more accepting, maybe it’s time to look at your relationship with yourself. Try out these habits that are guaranteed to help you love yourself more.

xoxo,

Cynthia Lee

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This episode is also available as a blog post: https://capriciouslee.com/2021/09/08/14-habits-guaranteed-to-make-you-love-yourself-more/

What’s On Your Life Wish List?

Keeping a Life Wish List can help you experience all the things you really want.

All you need is paper and pen or your smartphone to get your list going. One of the best and easiest ways to keep your Life Wish List is to use a spiral notebook. This way, you can keep the list going wherever you are and can review it often.

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This episode is also available as a blog post: https://capriciouslee.com/2021/09/08/whats-on-your-life-wish-list/

Episode #037: A Startling Fact About Performance Anxiety

Choking under pressure is a common response whether you’re playing the lead in the third grade Christmas play or giving an important business presentation. Unfortunately, about 90% of people handle stressful situations poorly.

A recent experiment shows that getting excited works better than trying to calm down. During a public singing contest, students were given various instructions. Those who said, “I am excited,” scored an average of 81% compared to 69% for those who said, “I am anxious,” and 53% for those who said, “I am calm.”

Learn how to use anxiety to your advantage when you’re in high-stress situations. These tips will help you to perform better even when your palms are sweating.

xoxo,

Cynthia Lee

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Daily Success Rituals

The Success Brain

Freedom Journaling

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From Dream To Done

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://capriciouslee.com/2021/08/25/a-startling-fact-about-performance-anxiety/

Episode #36: What Does Your Self-Talk Say About You

This week Cynthia Lee talks about the power of self-talk and gives you a few tips that you can start using immediately to change your negative self-talk into a positive one. 

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