Notes on Living by Dana Hanson

Welcome to Notes on Living, a podcast for those seeking to live with intention, embrace self-discovery, and grow through life’s experiences. Hosted by Dana Hanson, each episode dives into stories, reflections, and life lessons that inspire personal growth, mindfulness, and authentic living. Whether you’re navigating big transitions, rediscovering your purpose, or simply searching for more meaning in everyday moments, this podcast offers heartfelt insights, thought-provoking conversations, and practical tools to help you reconnect with yourself and what matters most. Join Dana as she shares her journey of peeling back the layers of identity and explores how we can all live more aligned and meaningful lives. Expect episodes every two weeks covering themes like: Personal reflection & mindset shifts Finding purpose through everyday moments Living intentionally in a fast-paced world Journaling prompts and habits for self-discovery Authentic storytelling on life transitions Tune in and take a moment to reflect, recalibrate, and realign with your truest self.

#005: Embracing Rest, Redefining Productivity, and Reclaiming Myself 05/15/2025

#004: 30 Days of Devotion: What I’m Stepping Away From — and What I’m Choosing Instead 05/01/2025

#003: Rhythms, Routines, and Real Life – Building Sustainable Systems That Actually Work 04/17/2025

#002: Mastering Change Through Habit Tracking 04/03/2025

#002: Mastering Change Through Habit Tracking In this episode of "Notes on Living," dive into the transformative world of habit tracking with Dana Hanson. Discover how tracking your daily habits can lead to profound changes in your life, especially when you're fueled by genuine motivation and readiness for change. From the basics of establishing keystone habits to sharing personal success stories and challenges, this episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone looking to make meaningful life adjustments. What You’ll Learn: The Power of Habit Tracking: Explore how consistent habit tracking over the years has helped Dana achieve significant personal and physical milestones, including maintaining daily flossing and achieving peak fitness levels. Starting Points: Learn about the mind-body-soul inventory technique and how to identify which habits to start or stop. Keystone Habits: Understand the concept of keystone habits—habits that can catalyze multiple positive changes in your life. For example, how abstaining from alcohol can positively affect your diet, sleep, and exercise routines. Shared Journeys: Hear how Dana and her husband embarked on a 90-day habit-tracking journey together, aligning their motivations and supporting each other’s goals. Featured Stories: First Experiences with Habit Tracking: Dana’s initial foray into habit tracking and its life-changing impacts. Business and Beyond: How starting a business temporarily derailed her habit-tracking routine and the lessons learned from that period. Collective Effort: Insights into the current joint habit-tracking initiative with her husband, including the dynamics of tracking as a couple. Ready to start your own habit-tracking journey? Download the free 30-day habit tracker linked below and start transforming your habits today! Don’t forget to share your progress and insights with us. Additional Resources: Connect With Us: Join my community on Visit my for my favorite tools and resources /episode/index/show/97b0287a-3448-4959-b815-35dc5320cf9a/id/35962845

#001: The Journey to Notes on Living 03/20/2025

#001: The Journey to Notes on Living Welcome to the inaugural episode of Notes on Living, a podcast where I, Dana Hanson, share my personal journey of self-discovery, intentional living, and creativity. Each episode is a dive into the various aspects of life that challenge us, change us, and help us grow. In today’s episode, I open up about the key moments and decisions that have shaped my path to where I am today. From leaving a secure corporate job, venturing into the world of online business coaching, exploring the depths of mindset coaching and hypnotherapy, to embracing the power of journaling and self-reflection, this journey has been one of profound discovery and transformation. What You’ll Learn: The Catalyst for Change: How my dissatisfaction with corporate America ignited my quest for a more meaningful life. Exploration and Experiences: Insights into my time as an online business coach and how diving deep into mindset coaching and hypnotherapy led me to Notes on Living The Power of Journaling: Discover how journaling became a pivotal tool in my life for clarity and discovering my core values. Creating Notes on Living: The birth of this podcast and what it signifies for me and potentially for you as a listener. Featured Stories: Leaving Corporate America and the emotions and fears I navigated. Key lessons learned from my online coaching journey. Personal anecdotes of breakthrough moments during my journaling and self-reflection sessions. If you’re on a journey of self-discovery or if you’re simply interested in learning more about living intentionally and authentically, this podcast is for you. Subscribe to stay updated with new episodes, and join me as we explore the beautiful complexities of life together. Links: 5 Journaling Prompts to Re-Discover Yourself: Subscribe to My Mailing List: Connect With Me on Instagram: Shop My Amazon Storefront: Thank you for tuning into the very first episode of Notes on Living. Remember, this journey is not just about finding yourself but creating yourself. Join me next time as we continue to explore what it means to live a life filled with purpose, health, and happiness. /episode/index/show/97b0287a-3448-4959-b815-35dc5320cf9a/id/35715990

Podcast Trailer: Welcome to Notes on Living 02/04/2025

Notes on Living by Dana Hanson

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