The Live Into Your Best Life Podcast

The Live Into Your Best Life Podcast

Tools, tips and techniques to take you from where you are to where you want to be (even if you don’t know where that is yet).

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September 26, 2025 55 mins

Whether you’re thriving, slogging, or stuck in neutral, this session will show you how to create wins that are yours for the taking.

Kate Wade pulled back the curtain for a live conversation with me, Paulie Skaja, coach, consultant, and author of Live Into Your Best Life: 52 Weeks of Micro-Wins to Transform Your Life. With decades of experience mentoring executives and high performers, Paulie knows how to cut through the noise, dis...

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Today’s guest is Gitta Toussi, a transformational strategist and founder of 1 World In Freedom, where she helps leaders and organizations unlock clarity, trust, and purpose. With a foundation in Computer Science and an Executive MBA, Gitta bridges the technical and the soulful—guiding change not just through systems, but through human connection.

Her work is grounded in emotional intelligence, conscious leadership, and a deep belie...

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While these steps are simple, they may not be easy. To complete them, you need to be willing to be honest with yourself about where you are and where you want to be. In order to gain clarity and alignment on where you want to be, you need to consider all that is involved with this dream.

 

Pick an area of your life: career, relationships, financial, health & wellbeing, spiritual, etc.

  1. Get hones...
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One easy way to do this is to spend time with the people you love the most doing the things that bring you joy. 

 

Make choices, everyday, that make you happy and fill you up. Give with no strings attached and notice all the love that is returned to you. 

 

Live life with you regrets. This is a great way to live into your best life. Enjoy the journey.

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What does “live into your best life” really mean? - Paulie Skaja

 

It’s something different for everyone. Most people think it needs to be a grand gesture, accomplishment or statement.

 

What if it was as simple as noticing the little things each day and feeling the joy they bring into your life? How might your life change? You are in total control of your perception and what you focus on.

 

When you gain clarity around what you ar...

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In this episode, we sit down with Gary Henn, an inspiring entrepreneur who transformed his life by taking charge of his time and pursuing his passion. Gary shares his journey of creating his own business, the challenges he faced, and the impact he has made on various industries.

Key Points:

  • Meeting Gary: How a class led to an inspiring connection with Gary and his entrepreneurial story.
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This week in the United States, is the Fourth of July, which is why this week’s episode of Live Into Your Best Life is focused on independence and freedom. During this show, Paulie shares her thoughts on independence and reveals that through reflection, she’s realized this independence has given her the freedom to live into her best life each day.

Listen in and see if perhaps you are doing the same. Reflect on your life and see how...

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In this episode of Live Into Your Best Life, I am thrilled to welcome Maija-Liisa Adams, a TEDx coach, international speaker, and public speaking expert. As the founder and CEO of Maija-Liisa Speaks, Maija-Liisa has helped over 100 speakers land and leverage TEDx stages to grow their impact and income. She has graced global stages, including a castle, and currently teaches public speaking at Peking University, China's top universit...

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In this episode of Living Your Best Life, Paulie Skaja sits down with Brittany Randolph, a Women's Health and Hormone Specialist with over 20 years of experience. Brittany has dedicated her career to supporting women through fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, hormone struggles, autoimmune challenges, and even end-of-life care. She opens up about her personal journey, overcoming adversity—from an abusive relationship to fertility str...

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In this transformative episode of Live Into Your Best Life, Paulie Skaja sits down with Dr. Martina Wagner, a Taoist master, executive coach, and the visionary founder of Artes Humanis. With a rich background spanning molecular biology, leadership development, and martial arts, Martina introduces listeners to the revolutionary concept of physical intelligence—a modality that integrates body, mind, and energy to unlock personal pote...

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In this compelling episode of Living Your Best Life, Paulie Skaja sits down with Britleigh Wechsler, a visionary leader, advocate, and creator dedicated to making a meaningful impact. Britleigh’s journey is one of resilience, innovation, and the pursuit of purpose. From shaping industry conversations to pioneering initiatives that uplift communities, her work reflects a deep commitment to authenticity and leadership.

Britleigh shar...

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In this inspiring episode of Live Into Your Best Life, Paulie Skaja welcomes Clarissa Schmieg, a powerhouse of resilience, creativity, and leadership. Clarissa’s journey has been anything but ordinary—overcoming early adversity, navigating complex identity challenges, and forging her own path to success. Now a business owner, executive writer, and mentor, she uses her experiences to empower others through storytelling and personal ...

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In this episode of Live Into Your Best Life, Paulie Skaja sits down with life transformation strategist, speaker, entrepreneur, author, actress, and jewelry designer Tanya Newbould. Tanya shares her journey from Hollywood to coaching, her personal battle with postpartum depression, and how she has turned her experience into advocacy and healing for others. She discusses her work as a passionate advocate for perinatal mood and anxie...

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In this episode, Paulie Skaja interviews Kris Jennings, an inspiring author and change leader. Kris shares her journey of overcoming fear and embracing courage, discussing her book "Inspired by Fear: Becoming a Courageous Change Leader." They delve into Kris' personal experiences, including her recent swimming challenges with her son, and how these adventures have shaped her perspective on life and leadership.

Kris Jennings is a re...

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In this episode, Paulie Skaja interviews Howard Freedman, a financial aid consultant with over 20 years of experience. Howard shares his journey from working in customer service and business management to founding his own financial aid consulting firm. He discusses the importance of continuous education, the challenges students face in pursuing higher education, and the strategies for making college affordable. Howard also talks ab...

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In this deeply personal and insightful episode, our guest shares a transformative journey from a 20-year career in high-stakes corporate tech to becoming a conscious living and wellness strategist. Tune in as we uncover how a personal loss and the pandemic cracked open the door to self-discovery, igniting a mission to help others reclaim their health, energy, and relationship with food.

This conversation dives into the root causes ...

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In today’s inspiring episode, we sit down with Erik Seversen — author, anthropologist, entrepreneur, and global adventurer — to dive into the mindset behind living a life without limits. Erik has visited 99 countries, lived with indigenous tribes, climbed mountains on four continents, and built multiple successful businesses, all while helping over 450 people (including our host!) become bestselling authors.

Erik shares how fear an...

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Over the past year, 54 episodes of Live Into Your Best Life have been released. Here they are so you can listen to / re-listen to the topics that resonate most…you will get nuggets of inspiration from each show. 

 

Ep 1: Welcome podcast

Ep 2: Embarking on your journey

Ep 3: Manifesting your true intentions

Ep 4: Love & Respect yourself

Ep 5: Navigating your journey to professional happiness

Ep 6: Unlocking your potential - Tayl...

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Special Guest: Crystal Kokal

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In this heartfelt episode of Live Into Your Best Life, I sit down with my sister, Crystal Kokal, for a deeply personal conversation about our childhood, the values instilled in us, and the way those experiences have shaped our adult lives. We reminisce about growing up on a remote farm, where our tight-knit family of four created unbreakable bonds. Tho...

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Special Guest: Elizabeth Peak

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In this powerful episode, I sit down with Elizabeth Peak, a multifaceted entrepreneur, to explore the deep connection between authenticity, personal growth, and business branding. Elizabeth shares how embracing intuition and aligning our inner and outer selves can unlock creativity, confidence, and success.

We dive into her work in photography, brandi...

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