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Burnout Doesn't Scale: Reclaiming Creativity for Success

The Courage to Live a Big Life

Release Date: 08/06/2024

The Art of Travel: Part 3 show art The Art of Travel: Part 3

The Courage to Live a Big Life

In the latest episode of The Courage to Live a Big Life, we round out our Art of Travel series where we explore how to make your travel not just a journey, but an art form. In this final installment, I want to introduce you to the idea of Buffer Days—those intentional, unhurried days before and after your trip that add richness, calm, and more delight to your adventure. Embracing the concept of Buffer Days can help to reduce stress, soak in more beauty, and carry the magic of your travels back into your everyday life. With thoughtful preparation, you can create a seamless departure, enjoy a...

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The Courage to Live a Big Life

In this episode of The Courage to Live a Big Life, we dive into Part 2 of the Art of Travel series. If you missed Part 1, be sure to listen to Episode 16, where I guide you through a fun and revealing exercise that sets the foundation for today's journey. We’ll explore how to transform travel into an art form that reflects your soul's deepest cravings. I'll share a personal story about a transformative trip to Paris that reshaped my life and offer practical steps to plan your own soul-nourishing adventure. From choosing a destination to crafting a flexible itinerary that leaves room for...

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Jump into this episode of The Courage to Live a Big Life where I explore life-changing travel experiences as the Art of You.  I discuss how overpacking—whether in our luggage or schedules—can block us from truly experiencing the magic of travel. Instead, I encourage you to be present and focus on what your soul needs from each journey so that serendipity reigns supreme. We’ll also dive into the first step of turning travel into an art form, with a journaling exercise to uncover what your soul truly desires. This episode kicks off a three-part series on making travel a transformative...

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Join me on today’s episode of The Courage to Live a Big Life as I share the heartwarming story of how my golden retriever, Sophie, chose me, teaching me about the deep connection between courage and creativity.  Just like Sophie, who knew she was meant to be by my side, our creativity and courage also make playful bids for our attention, inviting us to embrace the unknown and live boldly.  I reflect on how stepping into discomfort and uncertainty can lead to our most magnetic work and joy. Tune in for a story that will inspire you to let go of perfection and trust in the creative...

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On today’s episode, you will learn two easy and fun ways to begin your day with clarity, calm, and inspiration. I’ll review my journaling practice (Morning Pages) & introduce you to what I call Moments of Inspired Learning. Whether it’s a line from a poem, an interesting podcast, or a random book passage, these moments are an opportunity to infuse ourselves with sweet words of wisdom, perspective, and fresh insights. These two practices prepare the ground for our ability to tap into our intuition and imagination, setting us free to lean into our courage and create without censoring...

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Desire, not just discipline, plays a crucial role in achieving our goals and living fully.  Buoyed by Paulo Coelho’s emphasis on inspiring ourselves with beauty, art, and passion, this week’s episode of The Courage to Live a Big Life explores how these elements fuel creativity and courage. Our culture often glorifies relentless work, but I want to explore outside of that, looking for better alternatives. We can challenge the notion that success requires constant sacrifice and argue that withholding joy and rest stifles our motivation. Let’s reconnect with what truly excites us to...

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This week’s episode is all about reframing rejection. I share a powerful personal story from a time when a seemingly devastating rejection turned out to be a blessing in disguise. Through this story, I learned how rejection can sometimes be protection, steering us away from what might not be right for us and guiding us toward better opportunities. Listen in to discover how to embrace setbacks as valuable lessons and opportunities for growth.  I discuss the different seasons we experience—whether we're thriving in growth and creativity or navigating a period of hibernation and...

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The Courage to Live a Big Life

Find renewal and clarity with this week's episode of The Courage to Live a Big Life! Join me as we explore the transformative power of journaling, and how you can usher in the freshness of new beginnings each day. Explore how the self-reflection that journaling creates can be a transformative tool for personal growth and processing life's challenges—working through emotions and frustrations, celebrating joys, exploring new ideas and possibilities, and finding solutions to problems.  There's no "right way" to journal—the key is simply to decide you want to go on this journey. I’ll...

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The Courage to Live a Big Life

Have you ever just hit a point of burnout where you can’t even think of what’s next?  In this episode of The Courage to Live a Big Life, I share an inspiring story of an entrepreneur in her 40s who felt completely depleted while striving to scale her business to a million in sales. I help you learn the first step to success: Understanding that burnout doesn’t scale.  You might be approaching burnout, or maybe you’re already living in it. I’m here to tell you about the simple, transformative formula to rekindle creativity and achieve true success—starting with inspiration...

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What do success and freedom really mean to you? Join me in this episode where I unveil my top recommendations for entrepreneurs, creators, and visionary leaders who feel stuck or overwhelmed. Discover my eight powerful secrets to success, starting with defining what thriving means to you at your core. I also discuss how to identify your unique strengths. Join me for this conversation to dive into the art of saying no to energy-draining activities, debunk the myth that burnout is essential for success, and explore practices that ignite creativity and joy. Plus, I’ll introduce the...

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Have you ever just hit a point of burnout where you can’t even think of what’s next? 

In this episode of The Courage to Live a Big Life, I share an inspiring story of an entrepreneur in her 40s who felt completely depleted while striving to scale her business to a million in sales. I help you learn the first step to success: Understanding that burnout doesn’t scale. 

You might be approaching burnout, or maybe you’re already living in it. I’m here to tell you about the simple, transformative formula to rekindle creativity and achieve true success—starting with inspiration and self-care. 

Tune in to learn practical steps to reconnect with what you love and unlock your full potential. Ready to break free from the grind and embrace your innate creativity? 

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Episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/5n73d3ew