Positively Living®: Shame-Free Productivity Conversations
The Positively LivingⓇ podcast is designed to help you prioritize your passions, personalize your approach to life, and achieve your goals without the burnout. If you're an overwhelmed multi-tasker, multi-passionate, people pleaser, creative, and/or caregiver, you'll love this mix of solo and special guest episodes. With topics like productivity, self-awareness, personal development, habits + systems, decluttering + organizing, positivity, stress management, trauma + grief, entrepreneurship, and more, you’ll find actionable advice, wrapped in humor and hope, dedicated to helping you do less, live more, and breathe easier.
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So many of us find ourselves in an all too familiar cycle: we create the perfect self-care plan, only to have it completely derailed by the unpredictability of life. Whether it’s an urgent deadline, a sick family member, or a sudden change in plans, our carefully crafted intentions fall apart, once again putting self-care on the back burner. The problem? We put too much focus on having a plan when w...
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Have you ever had a day where you checked everything off of your to-do list but still felt unfulfilled? It’s a common conundrum (and a major source of frustration and burnout) to feel busy but not truly productive. This week on the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, I’m diving head first into this issue. I reveal two types of productivity that, when they are both honored, can transform how you approach you...
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If you’re feeling constantly on edge or overwhelmed by life’s demands, you’re not alone, and your nervous system might be the reason why! Think of the nervous system as your body’s communication highway, with messages on what to think, feel, and do traveling at hyper speed. On one side, you have your body’s "fight or flight" response, known as the sympathetic nervous system, and its essent...
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Prioritizing tasks is a common challenge for so many of us, especially those of us who are neurodiverse and often struggle with competing demands, fluctuating energy, and the constant pull of urgency. Maybe you’re staring at a mountain of tasks where everything feels important and you have no idea where to begin. But what if, by exploring your unique tendencies, you can quiet the noise, sort through...
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Mindfulness sounds great in theory, but sometimes it can feel like just another "should" on your to-do list—something that is too difficult or time-consuming to actually do. (And you might feel guilty for not even trying). This resistance, known as productive "friction”, keeps us from building habits that can significantly boost our happiness and well-being.
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Have you ever dismissed a small step because it feels like it won't make a difference, or felt discouraged when you don't see immediate results? We live in a culture that glorifies big leaps and instant success, but the truth is, lasting change is built through the small, consistent choices we make every day. The biggest mistake is undervaluing these small actions, often quitting right bef...
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Does the thought of change—whether planned or unexpected—fill you with fear and a sense of paralysis? We all naturally resist change and the uncertainty it brings, often feeling like it is easier to not move at all than to make a mistake. But what if change and uncertainty were actually opportunities for growth, resilience, and personal transformation?
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Do you jump from one task to the next feeling scattered, tense, or overwhelmed? We spend so much time planning our work that we often forget about the essential space in between. Ignoring this transition time can lead to frustration and exhaustion (which leads to burnout) and can negatively impact your life in so many ways. It's often a missing piece in your time management puzzle, but it doesn...
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Have you ever tried traditional time blocking only to find it too rigid, frustrating, or just plain boring? The one-size-fits-all approach to productivity often ignores the realities of our busy, unpredictable lives, leading to guilt and a feeling of failure when things don't go according to plan. What if you could design a time management system that is not only effective but also fun, flexibl...
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Do you feel like you constantly need to push forward and that non-stop work equals peak productivity? The truth is, relentless doing often leads straight to burnout, not true effectiveness. Many of us struggle to give ourselves permission to take a break, fearing it will derail our progress.
In this re-released episode of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, I revisit the powerful, science-backed benefits...
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Do you find yourself constantly putting off tasks, searching for distractions instead of focusing on what needs to be done? We all experience procrastination, and it's not a personal flaw. It often comes from a lack of motivation, clarity, or energy, not a lack of desire or work ethic.
This week, in episode 271 of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, I explore why we avoid tasks and, more importantly...
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Living with a chronic illness can make traditional self-care advice feel impossible or out of reach. Many struggle to prioritize their well-being when dealing with unpredictable symptoms, fatigue, and the constant demands of managing a condition. It can be hard to know what "self-care" even means when your primary focus is often just getting through the day.
This week, in episode 270 of the...
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Do you constantly feel overwhelmed, equating your self-worth with endless busywork, only to end up exhausted and unfulfilled? Many of us have been conditioned by "hustle culture" to believe that constant pushing is the only path to success, leading to guilt, shame, and ultimately, burnout. This week, episode 269 of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast is about reclaiming your worth beyond the gr...
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Habits are essential for us to automate our lives and achieve our goals faster. However, like most things we learn about productivity, habit building is not a one-size-fits-all approach. The habits best suited for you are the ones created by understanding your unique self. This week, episode 268 of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast is about building strong habits based on your personality!
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When someone hears that I’m a productivity coach, the immediate expectation seems to be that I’ll discuss planners, calendars, tasks, habits, and time management with them. While we do eventually discuss those things, they are NOT the first things we cover. I like to start with personal assessments. Why? Because the most effective and sustainable systems come from the person, not the planner, platfo...
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Pride is something that we, as a society, have somehow come to see as a negative, linking it to being boastful and “full of oneself,” when in reality, it simply means believing in your self-worth. When you believe in your worth, it encourages you to live authentically, which in turn, does amazing things for your goals and your life. A goal of mine is to help people step into the most authentic versi...
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So often, we get caught up in how we think we’re “supposed to” approach productivity– comparing ourselves to others, their routines, and their outputs, leaving us to feel like we’re falling short. Productivity isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach, but when we tap into what works for us, we can achieve so much. This week, episode 265 of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast is about finding your most producti...
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In the world of productivity, there is so much emphasis on morning routines, but this approach has been on overly simplistic. It doesn’t take into consideration our energy and rhythms. Whitney Baker, founder of Electric Ideas and a self-connection coach, joins me on the podcast to reframe our approach. We discuss how you can take your mornings from chaotic to intentional by taking a personalized app...
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Have you ever found yourself racing through your day, barely catching your breath, wondering where the time went? I've been there – as a multi-passionate entrepreneur, mom, and caregiver, I know how easy it is to get caught in the hustle and lose sight of what really matters.
Today, I'm diving deep into something we all talk about but rarely master: being present. I will share five practic...
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Our natural instinct is to prioritize those who need care, not those giving the care, especially when it comes to the elderly and infirm. While that's understandable, I refuse to leave the caregiver behind.
As a repeat caregiver for elderly parents and mom of two, I’ve experienced the challenge of caring for others while also trying to care for myself.
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