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Slow Living for Millenials and Gen X

Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Feeling stretched thin between student loans, raising kids, career pressure, and caring for aging parents? In this episode Stephanie dives into why so many Millennials and Gen Xers feel overwhelmed, overcommitted, and stuck chasing a version of “caught up” that never seems to arrive. She explores the hidden cost of constantly saying yes, the moving goalpost of success, and why more money or more time doesn’t always create more peace.

Stephanie shares practical ways to embrace slow living, protect your time and energy, and focus on what truly matters in this season of life. From redefining what “enough” looks like to stepping away from quiet competition and burnout culture, this episode offers encouragement and actionable mindset shifts for anyone craving a simpler, more intentional life. If you’re ready to create more balance, peace, and purpose, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss.

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Slow Living for Gen Z

Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Slow Living for Gen Z, Stephanie speaks to a generation that often feels like it’s falling behind. If you’ve been comparing your timeline to others, this is your reminder that life isn’t a race. She explores the pressure Gen Z faces and shares a fresh, intentional approach to building a life with clarity and purpose.

Stephanie dives into slow living, encouraging you to cut out the noise, set boundaries, and create stability on your own terms. From living with less to building a calm, sustainable career, this episode offers a grounded path to a more peaceful, fulfilling future.

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Slow Living, Social Media, and AI

Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Stephanie shares her perspective from Silicon Valley, where she chooses to use technology as a tool—not a destination. She explores the reality of social media today, from algorithm-driven feeds to the pressure of chasing likes and views, and offers a refreshing take on how to navigate the endless digital stream with more intention.

She also touches on the growing role of AI in social media and how it’s transforming the way we create and connect. While technology is everywhere, Stephanie reminds us that real human connection matters most. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation on slow living, setting boundaries with technology, and choosing when to step into—or out of—the social media stream.

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Slow Travel -- What Is It?

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Curious about a more meaningful way to explore the world? In this episode, Stephanie introduces slow travel—a mindful approach that focuses on staying longer, doing less, and truly enjoying where you are. Instead of packed schedules and constant rushing, this style of travel invites you to relax, go with the flow, and create experiences that actually feel good.

If you’re tired of exhausting trips that leave you needing a vacation from your vacation, this episode is for you. Learn how slow travel can help you feel recharged, present, and connected—whether that means shopping local, taking it easy, or simply savoring the moment.

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Meet the Whole Wellness Mama

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Discover how intentional parenting and a slower-paced lifestyle can transform your family dynamic in this inspiring episode of Meet the Whole Wellness Mama. Host Stephanie sits down with Amy Nesbitt, the voice behind the “Whole Wellness Mama” podcast, to explore her recent move from the Bay Area to Southern California and how it’s reshaped life for her and her two sons. Amy shares how encouraging independence and real-life skills—like monthly DIY projects at Home Depot—has empowered her boys to thrive. If you're searching for ways to raise confident kids while creating meaningful family routines, this conversation is packed with relatable insights and practical ideas.

Amy also opens up about redefining work-life balance, setting healthy tech boundaries, and embracing a more intentional, less rushed way of living. From using tools like screen-time limits and Apple tags (with flexibility) to launching her “Covid Baby” YouTube channel during the pandemic, Amy shows how creativity and boundaries can coexist in today’s digital world. Whether you're a busy parent, wellness enthusiast, or someone craving a more mindful lifestyle, this episode offers inspiration on how to slow down, stay connected, and design a life that truly aligns with your values.

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Youtube: Whole Wellness Mamas
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Apple Podcast: Whole Wellness Mamas
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Shelly Session 6 (Part 2): Living in Peace for Now and Forever

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

In this heartfelt final session, Shelly reflects on her journey toward inner calm and what it truly means to be living in peace. From envisioning peaceful mornings without alarms to recognizing the importance of self-care and healthy boundaries, this episode captures a powerful transformation. If you’ve been searching for ways to reduce stress, find balance, and create a more peaceful daily life, Shelly’s story will resonate deeply and leave you inspired.

As Stephanie and Shelly wrap up their last session together, they explore what the future could hold—from staying active and healthy later in life to embracing the opportunities already surrounding us. You’ll also hear about the Simple Shortcuts to Peace course and how ongoing support can help you stay grounded and focused on your personal growth journey. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking personal development, mindfulness, and practical tools for lasting peace—so tune in and take your next step toward a calmer, more fulfilling life.

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Shelly session 6 (Part 1): Affirmations, Being Woo, and Sticking to the Plan

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Stephanie and Shelly kick off this episode with a real-life check-in that many listeners will relate to. Shelly shares how her week began with a freshly cleaned house and a shift at work as she prepares to move from part-time back to full-time hours. At the same time, she opens up about the ongoing challenge of supporting her biological father through frequent medical appointments while also trying to stay on top of her own health. Stephanie checks in on the challenge she gave Shelly in the previous episode—scheduling her own doctors appointments—and gently reminds her of the importance of the boundaries she has been working to set.

As the conversation unfolds, they explore the ups and downs of family relationships and the emotional weight that can come with caregiving. Stephanie reassures Shelly that the choices she makes to protect her time and energy do not define her worth as a person. The episode wraps up with a discussion about affirmations, mindset, and self-compassion, and how practicing daily affirmations can help reinforce confidence and personal growth. If you’re working on setting boundaries, navigating family dynamics, or building a more positive mindset, this episode offers relatable insight and encouragement.

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Shelly Session 5 (Part 2): Creating Your Perfect Hallmark Christmas

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Get ready to step into a cozy, joy-filled episode as Shelly shares her vision for the ultimate “Hallmark Christmas” and how she’s planning to make December truly magical. From finishing her Christmas shopping before Thanksgiving to putting up her tree right after and even planning a festive holiday dog photoshoot, she’s fully embracing Christmas preparation. If you love holiday planning, Christmas traditions, and getting ahead on your seasonal to-do list, this conversation will leave you feeling inspired.

Shelly and Stephanie also talk about how Christmas can still feel magical as we get older, especially with traditions like a Hallmark Christmas movie marathon. They wrap up by shifting from holiday cheer to everyday responsibilities — like finally scheduling those long-overdue medical appointments. It’s a relatable mix of festive fun, productivity, and real-life balance that makes this episode a perfect listen.

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Shelly Session 5 (Part 1): Celebrating Your Wins and Traditional Gender Divide with Housework

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Stephanie and Shelly kick things off by celebrating a major personal growth win—Shelly is learning to say no and step out of the caretaker role with her dad so she can simply be his daughter. They talk about setting healthy boundaries in family relationships, shifting long-standing dynamics, and still showing love in practical ways (hello, Walmart runs!). Shelly also shares how organizing her closet has transformed her morning routine, proving that small habits and simple systems can create big mindset shifts.

The conversation flows into career confidence, dealing with difficult customers at work, and building self-worth through tools like Shelly’s affirmation wall. They also touch on prioritizing annual medical appointments, creating hobbies that feel joyful instead of heavy, and the realities of the traditional gender divide in housework. If you’re navigating caregiving boundaries, personal growth, work stress, or conversations around household roles and modern womanhood, this episode offers relatable insights and empowering encouragement you won’t want to miss.

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Shelly Session 4 (Part 2): Working and Living Your Best Life

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Shelly and Stephanie dive into the realities of balancing a demanding new job with personal well-being. As Shelly considers moving from part-time to full-time work, the conversation explores what it really means to unwind after a stressful day—whether that’s floating in the pool, carving out quiet time, or simply giving herself permission to rest. They also unpack the pressure of being the person everyone relies on, and how easy it is to put your own goals on hold while supporting others.

This episode is a heartfelt look at self-care, personal growth, and creating a healthier lifestyle—without guilt. From redefining what a truly “healthy person” looks like (think daily walks, better sleep, and hydration) to setting meaningful goals like finishing a scrapbooking project, Shelly reflects on choosing herself more intentionally. If you’re striving to live your best life, set healthy boundaries, reduce stress, and prioritize your own dreams, this empowering conversation will leave you inspired to take that next small step.

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Shelly session 4 (Part 1): Rest is Not Something to Earn

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

In this uplifting episode, Shelly shares how she’s getting back into a healthy routine—walking consistently, scheduling labs and her annual mammogram, and taking proactive steps toward the vision she has for herself in her 70s. She also opens up about her daily check-ins with her dad and the realization that she doesn’t have to be his only medical support, exploring healthier caregiver boundaries and new ways to shift their relationship.

From decluttering closets and clearing out the garage to rediscovering her love of crafting, Shelly is creating space for more peace in her life. Stephanie challenges her to schedule intentional rest and even plan rewards—because self-care, healthy aging, and true wellness include downtime too. If you’re navigating a health journey, caregiving stress, or simply craving more balance, this episode will inspire you to take your next step.

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Shelly Session 3 (Part 2): Navigating Elderly Parents and Saying No

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Shelly shares her fears around cancer returning and why prioritizing her health feels more important than ever. From committing to annual mammograms and finding a new primary care physician to moving her body more and getting outside, this episode focuses on setting boundaries now to create a healthier, more fulfilling future.

Stephanie challenges Shelly to take action—choosing healthier foods, cutting back on sugar, and following through on goals instead of just thinking about them. The conversation also takes an intriguing turn as they explore whether ADHD could be influencing Shelly’s habits, leading to reflection, research, and a closet clean-out commitment. If you’re navigating women’s health, personal growth, or lifestyle changes, this episode will inspire you to start small and move forward.

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Shelly session 3 (Part 1): Taking Care of Adult Parents

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Stephanie and Shelly share real-life updates from a hectic season at work to a sweet ice cream outing with Shelly’s dad. Shelly talks about shifting their relationship from caregiver to simply being his daughter. The conversation turns to end-of-life planning and why those uncomfortable talks still matter. Shelly also opens up about feeling overwhelmed by clutter, especially clothes and sentimental items from loved ones who have passed.

Shelly shares her goal of finishing holiday shopping before Thanksgiving and how decluttering her home and garage ties into lowering stress. Stephanie talks about balancing a full-time job with her many hobbies, including her all-inclusive zoo pass around San Diego. Health also comes up, from Stephanie managing allergies to Shelly working to get health insurance again. Together, they stress the importance of routine lab work and knowing your health baseline, even during busy seasons.

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Shelly Session 2 (Part 2): Working on the next Best Step | From Survival Mode to Strength

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Stephanie and Shelly dive into a powerful self-reflection exercise, exploring the adjectives Shelly uses to describe herself and her current season of life. The conversation opens up into an honest discussion about health, menopause, and how ongoing struggles with doctors and health insurance have shaped Shelly’s mindset. With vulnerability and compassion, they talk about how discouragement can impact not just the body, but self-image and confidence too.

Shelly describes her life as being in “survival mode,” which leads to a meaningful conversation about her journey through breast cancer, family relationships, and resilience. Stephanie gently challenges Shelly to reimagine what health looks like for her future self, sparking a hopeful discussion about aging well, staying active, and a growing love for hiking. The episode wraps with reflections on the book Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents by Lindsay Gibson and how its insights helped Shelly better understand her relationship with her father—making this a thoughtful, relatable listen about healing, health, and personal growth.

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Shelly session 2 (Part 1): County Fairs, Hobbies, Time Blocking, and Continuing to Establish Boundaries

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Stephanie and Shelly kick off this episode with a fun chat about County Fairs, table scapes, and Stephanie’s entries in the Home and Hobby Garden. The conversation quickly shifts to Shelly’s new role at work and the challenge of creating a routine that actually works with her new hours. They dig into productivity, time management, and a time-blocking exercise that helped Shelly see where her time and energy were really going.

From morning routines to the supportive scrapbooking community Shelly checks in with daily, this episode is all about balance and connection. The conversation wraps with an honest look at boundaries, caregiving, and what it means to be an introverted extrovert—especially when navigating family dynamics. It’s a warm, relatable episode full of self-awareness, growth, and encouragement you won’t want to miss.

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Learning to Set Boundaries. Real Coaching, Session 1 part 2 with Shelly

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0400

In this honest and heartfelt episode, Stephanie and Shelly explore setting boundaries while caring for an aging parent, as Shelly shares the emotional realities of supporting her biological father. Drawing from Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents by Lindsay Gibson, they discuss acceptance, healing, and the importance of putting yourself first.

The conversation also touches on grief, family estrangement, and planning ahead for retirement, finances, health, and time management. With practical tools like time blocking and thoughtful reflection, this episode offers encouragement for anyone learning to set boundaries and move forward with intention.

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Meet Shelly. Real Coaching, Session 1 Part 1

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Stephanie begins a powerful new coaching session with Shelly, who finds herself in a major life transition at 60. With a new role in a different industry, the aftermath of a corporate buyout, and the responsibility of caring for aging parents, Shelly shares how her once-stable routine now feels like a rut—and why she’s craving more joy, sparkle, and adventure in her everyday life.

Stephanie challenges Shelly to rethink rest, personal permission, and what it really means to take time off—without guilt. The conversation also explores identity, caregiving, and Shelly’s emotional journey of reconnecting with her biological father later in life. This episode is a thoughtful listen for anyone facing midlife change, career transitions, or the desire to slow down and choose themselves.

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Soft Living vs Slow Living: What's the Difference?

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

This new year might be calling you to step into a softer version of yourself. In this episode, Stephanie—mom to three Gen Z kids—explores the rising soft living movement and why it’s resonating so deeply right now.

With burnout and overstimulation at an all-time high, soft living invites us to choose ease, gentleness, and rest as a meaningful way of life.

Stephanie also breaks down the difference between soft living and slow living. While soft living soothes, slow living stabilizes through intentional and proactive life design.

Recorded at the start of the new year, this episode is a gentle reminder that you don’t need to overhaul your life—just make small, sustainable shifts toward a life you truly love.

Link to Article: Soft Living and Slow Living: What is the Difference?

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Beginning of the Rest of Your Life

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded on New Year’s Eve, this episode invites you to pause at the edge of a brand-new year and reflect on where you are right now. Rather than focusing on resolutions or January 1st pressure, Stephanie reframes this moment as the beginning of the rest of your life—one intentional choice at a time. It’s a gentle reminder to slow down, live quietly, and look within for what truly brings you peace.

Stephanie challenges the belief that productivity equals self-worth and asks a powerful question: what are you doing today that your future self will be proud of? If something in your life leaves you feeling small or behind, remember—it doesn’t get unlimited access to you. This conversation is an invitation to embrace slow living, choose fulfillment in the present moment, and step into the new year with purpose and clarity.

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Wrapping it All Up. Melessa Session 6 (Part 2)

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0400

In this reflective episode, Melessa and Stephanie talk about the end of one era and the beginning of another, exploring what it feels like when life starts to feel easier. Melessa shares her experience moving through big changes, questioning whether ease means something is wrong, and ultimately learning to trust the process. They also discuss the deep impact of close friendships, how those relationships have supported Melessa through transition, and how her life now feels more peaceful and aligned than ever before.

In the second half, Melessa opens up about her book-in-progress, her creative flow state, and her flexible goal to finish writing by March 2026. The conversation wraps with thoughtful reflections on family, caregiving as parents age, and how making space for herself—even early in motherhood—helped her stay true to who she is. This episode is a warm, honest look at personal growth, creativity, and what it means to feel like life is finally falling into place.

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Slowly Productive. Melessa Session 6 (Part 1)

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this heartfelt episode, Stephanie and Melessa open up about major life transitions—from closing the chapter on an old family home to embracing new routines, healthier habits, and the excitement of building fresh memories. Melessa shares the clarity she found after her Peace Corps session, realizing how grateful she is to downsize now rather than leave that burden to her kids later. She also dives into what “healthy living” looks like today, from weekly gym visits to enjoying long walks and pool time in her new neighborhood.

As the conversation unfolds, Melessa reflects on her legacy, the strength she hopes her children remember, and the accomplishments she’s proud of—like earning her master’s degree while raising four little ones. With life slowing down, she’s savoring upcoming adventures, including a road trip with close friends and the joy of finding a new local Bunco group. Tune in for an inspiring, uplifting episode filled with personal growth, fresh starts, and the beauty of embracing new seasons in life.c

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Authentically Yourself. Melessa Session 5 (Part 2)

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Adult ADHD and Autism Diagnosis in Midlife: Coaching with Melessa

In this episode of the Slow Living podcast, Stephanie and Melessa have an open, compassionate conversation about receiving an adult ADHD diagnosis and a level-1 autism diagnosis later in life—and how finally having answers has completely changed the way Melessa understands herself, her past, and the world around her.

Melessa reflects on growing up without the language or support to explain why she felt different. From being placed in ballet as a child in an attempt to “fit in,” to internalizing expectations that never truly aligned with who she was, she shares how those early experiences shaped her identity. This episode offers deep validation for women navigating late diagnoses, neurodivergence, masking, and self-acceptance in midlife.

The conversation also explores Melessa’s current focus on health and well-being, including weight loss, physical therapy, and the motivation that comes from wanting to stay active and present for her future grandchildren. She speaks candidly about body image, how she approaches those conversations thoughtfully with her four daughters, and why modeling self-respect matters more than perfection.

As the episode unfolds, Melessa gives an update on her writing journey, sharing where she is in the process and how clarity has come from her family’s recent move into a new home. With fewer distractions and more peace, she’s finding balance, healing, and a deeper sense of self-trust.

This is a thoughtful, honest episode for anyone searching for answers later in life, learning to work with their brain instead of against it, or embracing a slow, sustainable path toward growth, clarity, and self-understanding.

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Coming to Terms with Your Past. Melessa Session 5 (Part 1)

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In “Coming to Terms with Your Past,” Stephanie and Melessa start with a fun look at the arcade room in Melessa’s new home—fitting since she and her husband met in an arcade in the ’80s. They talk through the emotions of moving, surprising their family with the news, and why big decisions still make Melessa feel like she needs her parents’ approval. They also touch on manifestation and how it has shown up in her life.

Melessa opens up about her mirror homework—telling herself “there is nothing wrong with me”—and why it was harder than expected. The conversation shifts to family patterns, generational ties, and the stories behind old family photos. She reflects on shame, hidden secrets, and her lifelong urge to call out what’s right. It’s an honest, heartfelt episode about self-healing, family history, and personal growth.

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Writing Out Your Bucket List. Melessa Session 4 (Part 2)

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Stephanie and Melessa dive into their three-year goals, bucket-list travel dreams, and the very different ways they each experience adventure. From RV road-tripping fantasies to reflections on slow living, Melessa shares how revisiting Stephanie’s Peace Course feels easier this time around—and how she’s been putting real changes into practice. They open up about aging, retirement, and the unique challenges of long-term planning when you’re raising a big family.

The conversation flows into decluttering, time-blocking, and why structure with flexibility helps Melessa stay focused on big goals like writing her book. Stephanie encourages her to approach her creative projects the same way she tackles real-life responsibilities—with intention, deadlines, and heart. They wrap up with a nostalgic look at their teen years and a powerful challenge: to write her own obituary as a way to reflect on her journey and everything she’s accomplished so far.

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Being Truly You. There is Nothing Wrong. Melessa Session 4 (Part 1)

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Episode 11: How Woo are You - intersecting belief with action

Stephanie and Melessa are now two-thirds of the way through their sessions, and this conversation dives deep into rewriting old beliefs. Melessa opens up about her tendency to overcomplicate things—how her mind feels something must be “hard” to be worthwhile—and how she’s learning to embrace ease and flow instead. Together, they explore the question: Do you have to suffer to succeed? For Melessa, this marks a powerful shift away from her old patterns and toward a mindset that allows success to come without struggle.

The episode also takes a heartfelt turn as Melessa shares how she’s mapping out her upcoming book in three parts—her childhood, young adulthood, and family life—and how this process ties into her growth. She and Stephanie talk about the joy of her family’s move into a new home and how it’s brought them closer. As Melessa reflects on her daughters, she hopes her story shows them strength, resilience, and the beauty of transformation.

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Stop Asking for Permission. Melessa Session 3 (Part 2)

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Stephanie and Melessa dive into the power of routine—especially how simple habits like a nightly wind-down and consistent sleep with her CPAP have transformed Melessa’s energy and focus. She shares how she’s built a sustainable writing rhythm, dedicating a few hours several days a week to finish her book by year’s end (or stretch goal: March!). It’s all about creating structure that supports both creativity and self-care.

Melessa also opens up about the deeper layers of her family story—balancing honesty and respect as she writes about the women who shaped her. She reflects on the contrast between traditional and nontraditional roles and how she’s learning to honor both perspectives. This conversation is an inspiring look at growth, forgiveness, and finding your authentic voice—perfect for anyone walking their own journey of healing and creative expression.

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There is Nothing Wrong With You - Melessa Session 3 (Part 1)

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this heartfelt episode, Melessa settles into her new home and begins mapping out her upcoming book. With Stephanie’s guidance, she revisits her goals and creates a fresh three-year plan that reflects who she is today. Together, they explore how to balance ambition, creativity, and self-compassion while embracing change.

Their conversation dives into motherhood, faith, and lifelong friendship. Melessa shares how her Mormon upbringing shaped her family life—and how those influences remain even after leaving the church. Stephanie also challenges Melessa and her husband to imagine their retirement and the later stages of life, sparking a meaningful reflection on growth, purpose, and what truly matters.

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Your Life Story. Melessa Session 2 (Part 2)

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this heartfelt conversation, Melessa opens up about the creative and emotional journey of writing her first book—a story shaped by resilience, self-discovery, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. As she works to narrow down her book’s focus, Melessa reflects on the pressure of putting her life on paper, from surviving an abusive relationship in her teens to her experiences within—and beyond—the Mormon faith. Alongside Stephanie, she explores what it means to set healthy boundaries and honor her story with honesty and grace.

Together, they discuss the bittersweet transition of leaving the family home where her children grew up and the idea of holding a “closing ceremony” to mark that new beginning. Stephanie also offers creative strategies to help Melessa shape her book—like using voice memos to brainstorm and crafting a theme that reads like a novel. This episode is an inspiring reminder that healing, growth, and storytelling often unfold side by side.

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New Beginnings Melessa Session 2 (Part 1)

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Episode 146: Thoughts on being married for 25 years

In this episode, Melessa and Stephanie catch up on her big move into a new home and the lessons that come with fresh beginnings. As she and her husband sort through what to keep and what to let go, Melessa reflects on how far they’ve come as a couple—learning to communicate better, compromise, and create a space that truly fits this new chapter of life.

Stephanie gives Melessa her latest “homework”: to list what she’s proud of and what she hopes to be proud of next. From raising her kids and managing life during her husband’s deployment to finally landing her dream job in grant writing, Melessa shares how intention and purpose shape her journey. They also chat about Move Your Stuff, Change Your Life by Karen Rauch Carter, exploring how small shifts in your environment—and your mindset—can open the door to love, peace, and possibility.

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Unpacking a Diagnosis. Meet Melessa. Real Coaching, Session 1 Part 2

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this heartfelt continuation of Melessa’s first coaching session, she opens up about a recent autism diagnosis and how it’s helping her understand her past while embracing the woman she’s becoming. Together with Stephanie, she explores the “why” behind her life choices—what’s working, what’s not, and how to create more peace and structure in her days.

As the session unfolds, Melessa begins shaping a realistic morning and evening routine while envisioning her dream life 3–5 years from now. Stephanie challenges her to celebrate her wins, dream boldly about her next chapter, and design daily rhythms that align with her values. It’s an inspiring reminder that real growth starts with self-compassion, curiosity, and the courage to reimagine what’s possible.

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Meet Melessa. Real Coaching, Session 1 Part 1 Navigating Midlife with Intention

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this first coaching session, we meet Melessa—an almost empty nester navigating a midlife transition. After raising five children, she’s now pursuing her dream of nonprofit grant writing, downsizing her home, and embracing the community she always hoped to live in. Diagnosed with ADHD at 50, she shares how cognitive behavioral therapy and tools like ChatGPT help her stay focused and manage life’s challenges.

Stephanie and Melessa dive into midlife coaching topics like creating healthier routines, resisting the hustle, and embracing personal growth. From a travel bucket list challenge with her husband to honest conversations about ADHD support and empty nest adjustments, this episode offers encouragement and practical insight for anyone ready to rediscover themselves in a new season of life.

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Slow Living and Feminism

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

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In this episode, Stephanie explores the connection between slow living and feminism, reminding us that true empowerment doesn’t mean doing it all—it means discovering who you really are. She shares why slowing down allows women to honor both ambition and biology, while also reflecting on lessons from the “girl boss” era and the importance of defining feminism on your own terms.

Together, we’ll dive into topics like power dynamics in relationships, knowing your body and cycles, and making intentional choices for your future. Stephanie encourages listeners to embrace self-awareness, respect their intuition, and remember that you are already whole. This conversation is all about creating space for authenticity, balance, and living life on your own terms.

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Being Content is The Secret to Life

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we explore why being content might just be the real secret to life. Instead of chasing the next big goal or running on the endless treadmill of “more,” it’s about shifting your mindset to embrace peace, happiness, and the goodness that already surrounds you. Discover how letting go of stress, debt, and constant striving can create more space for joy, family, and meaningful moments.

We’ll talk about what it means to step off the rat race, stop living by your LinkedIn resume, and start measuring happiness by how you live your days—not by what you buy. If you’re ready to slow down, breathe, and find fulfillment in the present, this episode will inspire you to see contentment not as settling, but as truly living.

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Scheduling and Planning Proactively for Peace: Kelsea Session 6 (Part 2)

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this heartfelt episode, Kelsea and Stephanie open up about time management, home routines, and the emotions that come with balancing it all. From the stress of an untidy house to the importance of creating structure, Kelsea shares her challenges while Stephanie offers encouragement and reminds her that meaningful change takes time. Their conversation also touches on bigger goals, like starting a retirement fund and supporting her son’s education with the right resources.

As this marks their final session together, Kelsea reflects on the bittersweet ending—feeling both sad and free, while deeply grateful for the guidance Stephanie has given her. They talk about what’s ahead, from holiday family time to the next six weeks of growth, leaving listeners inspired by Kelsea’s journey and the progress she’s made.

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Thoughts on Putting Yourself First: Kelsea Session 6 (Part 1)

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Kelsea is stepping into a fresh chapter with a new haircut and a boost of confidence. In this session, she shares the small wins making a big difference, like showing up “on time” without the pressure of being extra early and sticking to her 30-day goals. From delaying smoking to planning workouts when her kids return to school, Kelsea shows how small shifts can create real progress.

Of course, challenges remain. Kelsea opens up about drinking more water, avoiding binge eating, and finding better ways to manage stress. With Stephanie’s encouragement, she explores swapping late-night snacking for hobbies like embroidery while celebrating how much she’s grown in confidence. This episode is filled with relatable self-growth, everyday struggles, and practical tips for balance as a busy mom.

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Slip Ups and Being Human: Kelsea Session 5 (Part 2)

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Kelsea shares her struggles with confidence and self-care as Stephanie encourages her to take small steps—like booking a haircut, making a doctor’s appointment, and curating outfits that make her feel good. They also talk about building a “peace pyramid” around finances and business goals with Ryan, plus Kelsea’s bucket list dreams, including running a 5K.

Kelsea reflects on her growing relationship with her mom, who listens to the podcast and supports her healthier choices. Together, she and Stephanie explore how confidence, wellness, and parenting all shape the next generation—and why true confidence comes from small, intentional steps.

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Navigating Hormones and And Land: Kelsea Session 5 (Part 1)

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Kelsea shares her love for 30-day challenges and what it would mean to start one at the beginning of her cycle. She and Stephanie dive into her non-negotiables—like morning routines and progress check-ins—and explore how true wellness is more than just “holding it all together.”

Kelsea also reflects on building confidence through everyday moments, from connecting with other moms to joining a cookbook book club. With honesty about reducing old habits and learning self-accountability, she shows what it looks like to create balance, lean into vulnerability, and keep moving forward.

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Building a Village: Kelsea - Session 4 (Part 2)

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Kelsea opens up about the challenges of trusting her in-laws with childcare and the shifting dynamic as they age. She’s learning to balance her mom instincts with the reality that it might be time to explore new support options. As she reflects on her personal bucket list, she realizes it’s much easier to dream big for her kids than for herself—a sign of how deeply motherhood shapes her identity.

Stephanie helps Kelsea explore what support could look like moving forward—especially during chaotic seasons like summer. They dive into future goals like living a calmer life, caring for aging parents, and staying accountable to her own growth. It’s an honest conversation about evolving roles, asking for help, and honoring your own needs as a mom.

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Working on Worthiness: Kelsea - Session 4 (Part 1)

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Kelsea reflects on listening to her first session and how it's already shifted her relationship with her mom in a powerful way. She opens up to Stephanie about an upcoming family event that’s bringing up old feelings of anxiety and fear of judgment—especially around her husband Ryan’s extended family. These gatherings often stir up a sense of not measuring up, despite the pride she feels in the life she’s built.

As the conversation unfolds, Kelsea explores where that “less than” feeling really comes from and how confidence—or the lack of it—can quietly shape how we show up. She shares how her new journey into running is helping her reclaim a stronger sense of self. Stephanie reminds Kelsea that she doesn’t need to change to fit in—she already belongs. Tune in for an honest, encouraging conversation about self-worth, family dynamics, and finding confidence from within.

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Being Enough and Validation: Kelsea - Session 3 (Part 2)

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Kelsea and Stephanie talk about why “good enough” can still be something to celebrate. Kelsea shares her struggle with giving herself praise, while Stephanie encourages her to feel proud—even without outside validation. They also explore how habits like binge eating and cannabis use have become rewards that don’t always feel good.

Kelsea begins the Couch to 5K program, and Stephanie reminds her that real change takes time. They unpack the emotions behind stress eating, reflect on what the “good old days” could look like now, and talk about how it might feel to hear her first sessions shared on the podcast. It’s all about progress, patience, and self-compassion.

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30 Day Challenges and Tough Times: Kelsea - Session 3 (Part 1)

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Episode 201 — Staying Grounded After a Slip: Kelsea – Session 3

In this follow-up coaching session, Kelsea opens up about a tough moment with food earlier in the week — and what makes this conversation powerful is what she didn’t do: she didn’t throw in the towel. Instead, she reflected, regrouped, and got back on track.

We talk about shifting the focus away from the number on the scale and toward how daily habits feel. Kelsea is learning that progress isn’t just about physical changes; it’s about emotional resilience, mental clarity, and self-compassion.

Together, we dig into her 30-day tracker, explore how stress can reignite old binge eating patterns, and discuss tools she’s using to stay grounded — like the Happy Scale app for gentle progress tracking and daily time-mapping for more intentional living.

Kelsea shares how she’s practicing being more present with her kids, planning ahead for tricky social events, and noticing when she’s moving her own goal posts — a classic sign of self-sabotage and all-or-nothing thinking.

We also explore the deeper challenge of giving yourself grace after a slip-up, learning to enjoy fun without guilt, and letting go of the need for outside validation.

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Binge Eating and Tricky Relationships: Kelsea - Session 2 (Part 2)

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Episode 200 — Binge Eating and Tricky Relationships: Kelsea – Session 2 (Part 2)

In this milestone episode of the Slow Living Podcast, we continue our real-time coaching journey with Kelsea as she courageously opens up about her relationship with food, her family, and her own self-worth.

This session dives deep into two major themes:

Healing patterns with food — including binge eating, finding flexibility with “rules,” and reframing how to celebrate wins without guilt.
Navigating tricky relationships — having hard but honest conversations with loved ones, setting boundaries that actually stick, and finding confidence in speaking up for yourself while still showing compassion.

Kelsea shares updates on her recent wins, including successfully closing her kitchen at 8 p.m., walking over 10,000 steps a day, delaying cannabis use until later in the day, and sharing her progress with both her husband Ryan and her dad — who are both proud of her growth. She also talks about how binaural beats have helped her quiet the constant “negative chatter” and Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs).

We explore the limits of strategies like “grey rocking” when dealing with challenging family members, and how shifting to a more confident, self-assured approach can feel both liberating and uncomfortable. Kelsea reflects on the tension between wanting to “figure things out” alone versus letting others in for support.

Finally, we discuss the importance of creating a three-year vision with Ryan, planning ahead for potential stressors (like upcoming birthdays), and embracing flexibility rather than all-or-nothing thinking.

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Breaking Habits and Vision Planning with Kelsea - Session 2 (Part 1)

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Kelsea shares how building a vision board—with guidance from Stephanie—helped her set daily intentions. Placing it in her bedroom anchors her morning routine. She opens up about using cannabis as a form of self-sabotage and how she's learning to shift those patterns with more kindness.

Stephanie introduces a 30-day challenge focused on lasting change, not strict timelines. They discuss the power of interrupting old habits, showing grace to personal boundaries, and using tools like edibles and binaural beats to support calm and clarity. Tune in as Kelsea takes small but meaningful steps forward.

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Meet Kelsea. Real Coaching, Session 1 Part 2

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Kelsea explores what it means to break old habits and shift into a more intentional life. With Stephanie’s guidance, she’s learning to rewrite negative thoughts, use tools like journaling and binaural beats, and imagine a future self she’s proud of.

From closing the kitchen at night to creating a vision board, Kelsea is starting to build small routines that support her growth. If you’re ready to let go of what’s not serving you, this conversation offers practical tips for mindset shifts, wellness, and lasting change.

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Meet Kelsea. Real Coaching, Session 1 Part 1

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Meet Kelsea—a stay-at-home mom of two young boys who’s feeling stuck and ready for change. Though her mornings start strong, the chaos of caregiving often derails her day. She's searching for a slower, more intentional pace of life that feels sustainable and true to her.

In this honest coaching session, Kelsea opens up about self-doubt, emotional habits, and the fear of failing again. If you’ve ever struggled to keep up or felt like you’re falling short, her story will resonate deeply. Tune in for real talk, real growth, and the beginning of something new.

Ever wondered what it’s like to experience real-life coaching through the lens of Slow Living? In this first episode of our brand-new series, Real People, Real Coaching, you’ll meet Kelsea—a stay-at-home mom of two young boys who’s ready to make big changes in her life.

Despite starting her mornings strong with journaling, meal planning, and healthy habits, Kelsea often finds herself overwhelmed by the chaos of caregiving, self-doubt, and emotional triggers. She wants to feel calm, present, and in control—but like many of us, she’s afraid of failing again.

In this candid and vulnerable coaching session, we talk about:

✅ Why consistency feels so hard when life gets messy

✅ How to stop tying your worth to productivity and perfection

✅ Practical ways to slow down and create more peace—even on stressful days

✅ Overcoming emotional habits like overeating and numbing out

✅ Building a life that feels sustainable and joyful

If you’ve ever felt stuck, frantic, or like you’re falling short, this conversation will resonate deeply. You’ll walk away inspired to give yourself permission to slow down and start again—with grace.

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Sports Ball

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Ever feel like life is just one big game, but no one gave you the rulebook? In this episode, we’re exploring powerful life lessons hidden in everyday sports metaphors—from dropping the ball to keeping your eye on it. Whether you're waiting for permission to move forward, feeling thrown off course, or trying to stay focused in the chaos, these phrases offer more than clichés—they're reminders to pause, reflect, and realign.

We’ll talk about how to stop chasing constantly moving goal posts, what it really means to “step up to the plate,” and why quitting can sometimes be the most aligned move you make. If you're craving more intention, more presence, and a gentle reframe for your everyday hustle, this episode is your reset. Tune in for real talk on slow living, mindful decision-making, and staying grounded—even when life throws you a curve ball.

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How to Stop Yelling

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Do you ever find yourself yelling and instantly regretting it? In this episode, we’re digging into why we yell—hint: it’s rarely about what’s actually happening in the moment. We’ll talk about how yelling often stems from unprocessed emotions like fear, anxiety, and stress, and how it can leave lasting impacts on those around us.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of reactivity, you’re not alone—and you’re not broken.

Things like journaling and “pattern interrupts” can help you pause, reflect, and reset before the yelling starts. It's important to remember to learn how to identify your emotional triggers, interrupt automatic responses, and start to healing old patterns - no matter how you were raised.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to break the cycle and create a calmer, more conscious response to life’s pressures.

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Dead Week

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In college, “dead week” is a quiet period with no new assignments—just space to prepare and breathe before final exams. What if we gave ourselves that same pause in everyday life? In this episode, we’re talking about how to create your own personal dead week to slow down, reset, and clear your plate when life feels like too much.

You’ll learn how to declutter what’s not working, focus on what matters, and set a simple anchor—like a walk or lighting a candle—to ground yourself. Whether it’s once a quarter or whenever life feels heavy, this episode will help you press pause and create space for clarity, calm, and intention.

Feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or stretched too thin?

In today’s episode of the Slow Living Podcast, we explore the powerful concept of Dead Week—borrowed from college life, when students are given a break from new responsibilities to focus, breathe, and prepare. What if you gave yourself that same permission in everyday life?

You’ll discover how to create your own personal "dead week" to reset your nervous system, reclaim your time, and prioritize your well-being. Learn how to:

Let go of nonessential tasks
Set gentle boundaries during stressful times
Use simple grounding practices—like walking, journaling, or lighting a candle—to recenter yourself

Whether you're navigating a health crisis, an emotional season, or just everyday stress, this episode is your reminder that rest is not laziness—it’s essential. Tune in for encouragement, practical tools, and a much-needed breath of fresh air.

Perfect for anyone practicing slow living, intentional living, self-care, or burnout recovery.

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Personal Power

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Feeling stuck or like life has plateaued?

In this episode, we’re talking about what personal power really means—and spoiler: it’s not about hustle or perfection. It’s about learning to choose yourself, slow down, and take intentional action. We’ll unpack how decluttering your space, energy, and expectations can make room for real clarity and momentum.

You don’t need to chase fame or grind for gold stars to build a meaningful life. Sometimes, personal power looks like drinking water, making the call, or shutting the laptop. Tune in to explore how small, purposeful choices add up over time—and how you can reclaim your time, attention, and joy without white-knuckling your way through life.

Full notes:

Feeling stuck, burnt out, or like you missed your shot at “making it”?

In this episode of The Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O’Dea explores what personal power truly looks like—without hustle culture, perfectionism, or keeping up with the Joneses.

You’ll learn how to reclaim your time, energy, and attention by following the 5 Steps to Slow Living:

– Declutter what’s not working

– Get clear on your direction

– Stay positive and present

– Take small, daily action

– Tweak and fine-tune as you go

Stephanie offers a refreshing perspective on what it really means to “make it” in midlife—and why choosing a B+ life can be the most powerful decision of all.

If you’re ready to stop white-knuckling your way through life and start living with clarity and calm, this episode is for you.

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Perimenopause & Beyond

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Perimenopause can be a confusing and frustrating stage—but you are the expert on your own body.

In this episode, you’ll hear why it's so important to trust your instincts, do your OWN research, advocate for yourself at the doctor’s office, and not be afraid to seek a second opinion when something doesn’t feel right.

We also dive into how to do your own research, lean on your support system, and get curious about what your body truly needs. Whether it’s navigating supplements, understanding shifting hormones, or simply learning to cherish yourself in a new way—this episode is your reminder that you are powerful, capable, and not alone in this journey through perimenopause.

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Work Ethic

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

What does real work ethic look like—and how do we honor it without burning out? In this episode, we’re unpacking the truth behind hustle culture, perfectionism, and the myth that you’re either grinding nonstop or you’re lazy. Whether you're just starting your career or entering a new life season, this conversation explores how to build a strong work ethic that respects your time, your boundaries, and your body.

Tune in to discover how to stay committed without overworking, why doing the right thing (even when no one’s watching) still matters, and how your approach to work can evolve through your 20s, 30s, 40s, and beyond. If you're craving purpose without pressure, and ambition without burnout, this episode is your permission slip to do your job well—and still live deeply and intentionally.

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But What if It Doesn't Work?

Mon, 26 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In this heartfelt episode, we dive into the highs and lows of chasing big dreams—and what happens when things don’t go as planned. From lavish daydreams about helping your family and friends to the harsh reality of setbacks, we explore how to navigate disappointment without losing hope. You’ll hear why hustle culture isn’t the final word on success and how setting small, achievable goals can help you move forward with clarity and purpose.

If you've ever felt like a failure because your dreams didn’t come true, this conversation is for you. We talk about embracing your emotions, letting go of perfection, and gently redirecting your path when needed. Tune in for an honest, uplifting look at resilience, self-compassion, and redefining what it means to succeed. Whether you're navigating a pivot or seeking your next milestone, this episode will meet you right where you are.

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Do It Badly

Mon, 19 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Feeling stuck or waiting for the “perfect” moment to start something new? In this episode of Do It Badly, we’re letting go of perfectionism and encouraging you to take messy, joyful action—right now. Whether you’re curious about gardening, picking up a new hobby, or just saying “yes” to more invitations, this is your reminder that doing something badly is still doing something. You’ll hear why modeling curiosity, joy, and willingness to try matters—especially if you’re parenting, pivoting, or simply craving more from life.

We’re diving into the power of choosing action over paralysis, and how embracing imperfection can unlock new opportunities and connections. You don’t need a perfect plan or a huge budget to start—you just need to start. Tune in to explore how letting go of the myth of “getting it right” can bring more freedom, fun, and growth into your everyday life. Hit play and start doing the things… even if you do them badly.

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Are You a Cow or a Moth?

Mon, 12 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Are you living like a moth—constantly chasing the next shiny thing—or stuck like a cow, unaware you're grazing in the same field day after day? In this episode, we explore the powerful metaphors of the moth and the cow to help you uncover how your mindset might be holding you back from peace, purpose, and real progress. We dive into how black-and-white thinking can actually serve you in moments when you need clarity and a solid plan to move forward with intention.

If hustle culture has you burned out, you're not alone—and it’s not sustainable. Learn how to slow down on purpose, create a plan rooted in mindset, action, and consistency, and start taking steps toward the life you truly want. Whether you're stuck in survival mode or flying in too many directions at once, this episode will help you find peace in progress and the joy of simply getting out of bed in the morning.

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The Princess Problem

Mon, 05 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Have you ever wondered if you're still waiting for a "Prince Charming" to come and save the day? In this episode, The Princess Problem, we dive deep into how girls are often raised with the idea that someone else will solve their problems — and why it's time to change the story. From classic fairytales to modern Disney heroines, we explore the shift toward independence, self-worth, and forging your own path without waiting for rescue.

Whether you're raising little ones or working on your own personal growth, this conversation is a powerful reminder that you're already enough. Learn how to encourage perseverance, celebrate effort over appearance, and embrace your own inner strength. If you're ready to rethink the way we tell our stories — both to ourselves and the next generation — this episode is for you!

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Episode 59: Codependency
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The Time is Now

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

In today's episode, we dive deep into the power of presence and why now is always the right time to start showing up for yourself. Whether you're feeling stuck in the past or waiting for the “perfect” moment to take action, this conversation is a gentle but honest reminder that life is happening in real-time—and it’s up to you to live it with intention. Sometimes you have to say, “It is what it is” and keep going anyway.

Learn to embrace the present, shift your mindset, and make small yet meaningful changes that support your well-being and future goals. Intentional action—like stepping outside for a breath of fresh air or staying hydrated—can be revolutionary. If you're ready to stop waiting and start creating a life you love, this episode will meet you right where you are.

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Acting As If

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Have you ever wished you could fast-forward to the confident, happy version of yourself — the one who already has it all figured out? In this episode, Stephanie unpacks the idea of “Acting As If” — a simple yet powerful mindset shift that can help you step into the life you want right now. Whether it’s tackling mindset goals, facing tough conversations, or just getting unstuck, Stephanie shares why sometimes you have to move first and let the feelings catch up.

From knowing your numbers to embracing gratitude for what you already have, this episode is a reminder that happiness and strength aren’t things you wait for — they’re things you create. Don't just wait for the "right time", live boldly!

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Being Clutter Free with Deanna Yates

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Have you ever felt weighed down by stuff—not just the things you own, but the expectations and layers society places on you? In this episode, we dive deep into how letting go of physical clutter can peel back those layers and bring you closer to what truly matters. Deanna shares her family’s inspiring story of selling most of what they had to travel the world while working remotely. It wasn’t about the things they left behind—it was about the freedom, growth, and connection they gained along the way.

It's important to stay on the edge of your comfort zone, getting quiet, and really asking yourself: What do I want from my life? Whether it’s taking a pottery class, imagining a new way of living, or simply slowing down, remind yourself that your life is yours to design. It's okay if people don’t understand your choices—what matters is finding what feels authentic to you.

If you’re craving clarity, freedom, and a deeper connection to yourself, this episode will inspire you to start small, stay curious, and dream a little bigger. Tune in and discover how letting go of “stuff” can open up a whole new world of possibility.

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Simple and Intentional with Sarah Horgan

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Today, we’re talking about setting boundaries, speaking your truth, and protecting your energy—lessons Sarah Horgan learned through her cancer journey. One of her biggest realizations? People don’t think about us as much as we assume. And when we try to manage someone else’s emotions, we might actually stop them from fully processing their own feelings. Prioritizing yourself isn’t selfish—it’s necessary. Small, quiet moments—like driving in silence or making a tea latte—can help you reset and recharge.

We’re also diving into how your environment reflects what’s happening inside of you. Sometimes, a little decluttering can be more powerful than you think. Letting go—whether it’s old habits, relationships, or even physical stuff—creates space for growth and helps you step into a mindset that serves you. You don’t need to hold on to everything to be okay. It’s time to build a life that aligns with your well-being, one intentional step at a time.

Connect with Sarah Horgan:

Website: Simple + Intentional
Instagram: @simpleintentional
Facebook: Simple + Intentional
Pinterest: Simple + Intentional
Apple Podcast: The Simple + Intentional Podcast
Spotify Podcast: The Simple + Intentional Podcast

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Be it Till You See It with Lesley Logan

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Today, we’re talking about Pilates—but not just the workout. We’re diving into how Pilates trains both your body and mind, helping you build strength, focus, and resilience. If you’ve ever felt like you were just going through the motions in a workout (or in life), this episode is for you.

Pilates isn’t about getting it perfect—it’s about tuning into your body, noticing what’s happening, and showing up for yourself. Joe Pilates, the founder of Pilates, believed in training the body to come back each day, not to chase perfection, but to compare your progress to your own yesterday. The more you practice, the more possible it becomes. And yes, that also means it can get harder—but in the best way.

Lesley Logan, founder of onlinepilatesclasses.com and the Be It Till You See It Podcast, is here to help you experience this firsthand. She uses her podcast separate from Pilates to talk to people who are experts in other areas, to really allow people to tap into different areas, and help achieve other goals that they may have. Not only does she learn from this podcast, but other people can too.

Sometimes, stepping into a new version of yourself starts with a single action—so what’s stopping you? Let’s talk about it.

Connect with Lesley Logan:

Website: Lesley Logan
Book: Profitable Pilates: Everything But the Exercises
Online Pilates Classes: OnlinePilatesClasses.com
Instagram: @lesley.logan and @be_it_pod
Youtube: Be It Till You See It
Facebook: Lesley Logan Crowell
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Cook and Live Like a Homesteader

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Ever wondered what it truly means to “cook like a homesteader”? In this episode, we sit down with Mel Matthews, creator of The Homestead Fam and author of Cook Like a Homesteader. Mel shares her journey of balancing motherhood with her entrepreneurial spirit, all while living on two acres with her husband and three little ones under five. From raising chickens, ducks, and rabbits to simplifying meals during busy seasons, she offers a refreshing take on self-sufficient living—without the overwhelm.

Mel’s approach to homesteading is all about accessibility. Whether you're on a farm or in a city apartment, she believes anyone can embrace a more sustainable and simplified way of cooking. She also gives us a sneak peek into her next book, which goes beyond recipes to serve as a complete homesteader’s guide. Plus, with pre-orders opening next month, now’s the perfect time to get inspired! Tune in for practical tips, heartwarming stories, and a reminder that sometimes, the simplest meals are the best.

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Website: https://thehomesteadfam.com/

Instagram: @thehomesteadfam

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Meet Jessica, the Autistic Mom

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Book: The Autistic Mom: A guide, advise, and memoir of adult diagnosis and/or raising a neurodivergent child

Have you ever felt like everyone else got a handbook for life—except you? That’s exactly how Jessica Whalley felt growing up, long before she was diagnosed with autism and ADHD. In this heartfelt episode, Jessica opens up about her journey to self-discovery and what led her to write The Autistic Mom, a memoir that’s as fluid and engaging as a novel but deeply personal and real.

We talk about the challenges of navigating the world as a neurodivergent woman and why she isn’t searching for a “cure”—just the right resources to make life a little easier.

Jessica also shares her experiences as a mother to Jude, her nonverbal son, and how she’s learned to advocate not only for herself but for him as well.

From the power of therapy to the importance of community, this conversation is an honest, eye-opening look at what it means to embrace neurodiversity at any age. If you’ve ever struggled to fit into a world that doesn’t always make room for differences, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone.

Join us for this inspiring and down-to-earth conversation—you won’t want to miss it!

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Instagram: _theaalife_

Website: https://www.theautisticmom.net/

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Jobs, Careers, and Identity

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Episode 9: How to Get What You Want When You Want It

Today, we're talking about something so many of us wrestle with—separating who we are from what we do.

It can be easy to think that your worth is tied to your job title or how hard you're working, but really your identity is not your job. You are worthy of all the wonderful things life has to offer, simply because of who you are—not what you achieve.

Separating work from identity can be freeing. Inspired by my book Slow Living, I explore how to detach from the pressures of defining ourselves by our careers. JL Collins talks about The FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement, in his book The Simple Path to Wealth. It reinforces this idea—retirement isn’t an age, but a financial equation that can create more freedom in your life.

Workplaces can feel like a second home but it’s important to remember that work and colleagues are separate from your actual life . True belonging comes from the family and close friends who truly know, love, and support you. At the end of the day, your life happens outside of work, with the people who matter most.

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Episode 32: Dealing with Disappointment

Episode 49: Quiet Quitting

Episode 53: The Bare Minimum

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It Will Be Okay

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Today we are talking about how to navigate overwhelming times and take back control of your life.

Right now, many people are feeling upset with the state of the world. It’s easy to get caught up in the chaos, but the real question is—what are you doing every day? Are your habits helping you move forward or keeping you stuck?

So… how do you create a sense of peace when everything feels uncertain?

One of the first steps is decluttering—removing the things that aren’t working for you. This could be physical clutter, mental clutter, or even emotional clutter. Pay attention to where your focus is going. If you’re only seeing what’s wrong, it might be time to shift your energy toward what is in your control.

I’m sharing more on how slow living and small daily changes can help you create a calmer, more intentional life—one step at a time.

Want to go back and listen to more episodes like this one? Start here!

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Episodes 107: The American Dream,

Living a B+ Life

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

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In this episode, the idea of living a B+ life is explored, emphasizing that it's okay to not be perfect.

The pressure to impress others or achieve unattainable goals often leads to procrastination and burnout. Instead of striving for flawlessness, focusing on what's truly important to you and decluttering unnecessary distractions can help create a fulfilling life.

Happiness doesn't have to be delayed until reaching some idealized goal—it's possible to embrace contentment in the present.

Living a B+ life is about prioritizing personal happiness and success, not settling. It encourages taking small steps, such as spending 10 minutes decluttering or letting go of perfectionism, to build a more balanced and fulfilling life. It's okay to give yourself room to be imperfect and still thrive.

For more on similar topics, check out:

110: Something from Nothing: Erin's Story,

122: Zero Sum Thinking,

125: Everybody Has Something, and

154: Shifting Goal Posts.

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Anxiety, Caffeine, & Anhedonia

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

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In today’s episode, we explore the important connection between anxiety and caffeine consumption. If you’re feeling anxious, one of the first things to cut back on is caffeine. We dive into how it affects your body, especially when you’re dealing with anxiety, and discuss how anhedonia (the inability to feel pleasure) can sometimes emerge as a result of withdrawal.

We also chat about the importance of slowing down on purpose—because if you don’t, your body might do it for you. Tune in to hear how simple adjustments can have a big impact on your mental well-being.

Past episodes on Anxiety:

Don't forget to download the Daily Journaling Mindset Worksheet and take a moment to check in with yourself today!

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Episode 9: How to Get What you Want When You Want it

Bringing Your Vision to Life

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

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In this episode of Bringing Your Vision to Life, we discuss how to bring your vision to life by slowing down, prioritizing what matters most, and letting go of the pressure to do it all.

We explore the power of vision boards as a tool for clarity, helping you focus on your true desires and achieve lasting fulfillment.

Learn how to create a calm, peaceful life by being intentional, present, and finding happiness in the simple moments.

The 3-part success formula is

Mindset + Action + Consistency = Success. Learn how to bring your ideas and dreams into practical steps that you can do -- even when you are having a hard day.

Tune in for practical advice on living a steady, sustainable life aligned with your values.

past episodes you may enjoy:

Episode 26: Stop Delaying Happiness

Episode 42: Listening to the Universe

Episode 68: Believing in Miracles

Episode 100: What is Life Coaching?

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Happily Hormonal with Leisha Drews

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400

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In this episode, we explore how understanding and supporting your hormones can transform not only your health but also your family’s well-being.

We are joined by Leisha Drews who is a former nurse and certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner.

Women’s hormones fluctuate throughout the month in unique ways, and tracking these changes can help you better understand your body. We also discuss why birth control doesn’t actually balance hormones and how stress, diet, and lifestyle factors can impact hormonal health, gut function, and overall wellness.

If you are beginning to enter perimenopause, tracking your ups and downs and all around is incredibly important because you need to know what is considered "normal" and what is something you should be alarmed about.

Tune in for practical tips on how to support your body with whole foods, enough protein, and stress-reducing habits.

By giving your body the right signals, you can improve hormonal balance, feel more energized, and create lasting changes that benefit both you and your family’s health.

Connect with Leisha Drews:

Website: Leisha Drews
Instagram: @leishadrews
Spotify: Happily Hormonal
Apple Podcast: Happily Hormonal

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Strength Training for Women with Kindal Boyle

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

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In today’s episode, we dive into the world of strength training and how to make it a sustainable part of your life, especially if you’re just getting started. Many people feel overwhelmed by the idea of hitting the gym or committing to long, intense workouts. The key is to begin small and build consistency—10 to 15 minutes a day is all it takes to start seeing progress. We talk about the importance of mastering the basics first, like learning how to move your own body and getting comfortable with mobility before adding more complex exercises. Whether you’re at a desk all day or just starting to feel the effects of aging, these simple habits can help keep you injury-free and strong.

We're going to discuss our fitness as we age, the three key elements are:

Mobility
Strength Training
Cardio

Even small efforts, like breaking workouts into 10-minute sessions, can make a difference. Everyone’s fitness journey is unique, so set manageable goals, stay hydrated, and eat nutrient-dense foods like protein and fiber. Track your progress, stay consistent, and avoid burnout by keeping your routine simple and sustainable.

Connect with Kindal Boyle:

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Crafting Your Ideal Life with Nikki Oden

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

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Tune into another great interview, and this one is with Nikki Oden of Your Ideal Mom Life.

In this episode, we dive into the concept of creating your ideal mom life—a life that’s in alignment with who you are, not just what you do for others. It’s easy to get caught up in the hustle of life, especially in the early years of parenting, and feel like you have to put everything else on the backburner for the sake of being the "perfect mom" or "perfect wife."

But here’s the truth: your family deserves the best version of you, and that version doesn’t come from burnout. It comes from living intentionally, creating space for yourself, and deciding what you want.

We’ll explore practical steps you can take to start creating a life that nourishes you—mentally, physically, and emotionally. Whether it’s through journaling to process your thoughts or making small but powerful shifts in your daily routine, you’ll learn how to prioritize self-care, set boundaries, and break free from the pressures that don’t serve you. It's not about doing it all, it’s about doing what matters most. Remember, it’s okay to start small, and you’re allowed to put yourself first. Tune in for real talk on how to be the peaceful, joyful, and loving mom your family deserves—without the burnout!

If you're a mom feeling drained or stuck, this episode is for you. Discover how to break free from the hustle and design a life that makes you feel fulfilled, empowered, and ready to show up as the best version of yourself.

Connect with Nikki here:

website: https://youridealmomlife.com/about-nikki/

instagram: @nikkioden

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Doing More with Less with Diane Boden

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/

It's a New Year and as we step into a fresh chapter, it’s the perfect time to embrace new ways of living with intention. Today’s episode dives into one of the cornerstones of slowed-down living—minimalism. I’m joined by Diane Boden, author, mom, and the voice behind the Minimalist Moms podcast, to explore how doing more with less can transform your life.

In this episode, Diane shares her minimalist journey and practical tips to help you declutter your home and your mind. Discover how living with less can lead to more calm, happiness, and intentionality. We also tackle common challenges, like impulsive shopping habits and dealing with sentimental items, such as school papers and report cards.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why minimalism is about needing less to feel happy and fulfilled
How decluttering your home can bring a sense of calm
Tips to pause and rethink impulsive purchases
Practical ways to manage sentimental clutter, like school mementos

Join us for an inspiring conversation that will help you simplify your life and start the new year with clarity and purpose!

Connect with Diane:

https://www.instagram.com/diane_boden/?hl=en

Grab Diane's book Minimalist Moms: Living and Parenting with Simplicity here!

Not sure where to start to declutter your home? Download Diane's free resource.

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Episode 5 - Teaching Your Children to Slow Down

Reinventing Yourself

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400

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🎉 Happy New Year! 🎉

The new year is the perfect time to reflect on who you used to be and who you’re becoming. That’s why in this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, we’re exploring how to reinvent yourself and step into something new.

Reinvention is different from transformation—it’s about making an intentional decision to evolve and taking daily action to align with your vision. Whether you’re focusing on personal growth or chasing new goals, reinvention requires commitment and courage.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

The difference between reinvention and transformation.
How last year’s goals can pave the way for this year’s success.
Why reinventing yourself starts with a decision but requires consistent effort to reach your end goal.

It’s time to take the initiative, embrace change, and start reinventing yourself in 2025. Tune in to this episode for inspiration and practical tips to help you make this year your most intentional one yet.

Listen now and begin your journey to the new you!

Are you ready to reinvent your life now? Download my guide on how to start at https://stephanieodea.com/newyou/

Listen to previous episodes that Stephanie mentioned here:

Episode 35 - Real Clients, Real Results

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Encore Episode: Everybody Has Something

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

As we wrap up 2024, I’m bringing you one final encore episode to close the year with a message that’s been weighing on my mind: Everybody Has SOMETHING.

What does that mean? It’s simple—we all have a past. Maybe it’s something you’d like to change about yourself or something difficult you’ve been through. But here’s the thing: whatever your “something” is, it doesn’t define you, and it doesn’t justify your behavior.

In this episode, I’m reminding you that as adults, we have the power to choose our next steps. You can decide to move forward, to heal, and to create the life you want. If your past feels heavy, know that you’re not alone. There’s always help and hope waiting for you—don’t hesitate to reach out and take it.

Let this be your encouragement as we head into a new year. Let go of the weight of your “something” and seize the opportunities ahead.

Thank you for joining me throughout this year, and I can’t wait to see you in 2025 with brand-new episodes.

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Encore Episode: Control and/or Worthiness

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Episode 27 - Creating Stability

Welcome back to another encore episode! Today, we’re exploring a topic that so many of us can relate to: feelings of unworthiness.

I’ll be honest—I still struggle with these feelings. There are days when I catch myself thinking: “I haven’t done enough,” “my ideas aren’t fresh enough,” or even “my clothes aren’t right for this situation.” The good news? These feelings happen less and less as the years go by, and I’m here to encourage you to take the same journey.

If unworthiness is something you’re wrestling with, I encourage you to poke at it. Yes, it’s uncomfortable—like crawling through a mucky swamp or climbing a mountain straight out of an episode of Dora the Explorer. But the only way to get to the other side is to go through it.

In this episode, I’m sharing:

My own experience with unworthiness and how I’ve worked through it.
Why it’s essential to lean into the discomfort, even when it feels overwhelming.
Encouragement to start your own journey through the “swamp” of self-doubt.

Let this episode remind you: you’re not alone, and growth comes from facing those tough feelings head-on.

Tune in, and let’s take one step closer to feeling worthy together. Want other episodes that are related to this topic? Listen to these previous episodes:

Episode 28 - Mindset is Everything

Episode 36 - Becoming Resilient

Episode 37 - How to Find Your Purpose

Episode 38 - Chasing Happiness

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Encore Episode: Deciphering Data

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Welcome to our second encore episode! As we revisit some of the most impactful conversations from the podcast, today’s episode is all about redefining your relationship with data.

If you’ve been a longtime listener, you’ve probably heard me say this before: you are NOT a spreadsheet. And it’s true. But that doesn’t mean you should ignore the numbers altogether. When you’re working to improve your life—whether it’s your health, finances, or personal goals—tracking data is essential.

Here’s the catch: data is just data. It’s neutral. It doesn’t define you or determine your worth. This episode dives into:

How to collect data without attaching emotions or self-worth to it.
Why separating your feelings from the facts is crucial to personal growth.
Real-life examples of using data intentionally—like stepping on the scale during a health journey or reviewing your bank statement to improve your finances.
Practical tips for keeping your emotions in check while staying accountable to your goals.

Whether you’re looking to declutter your mind, simplify your approach, or gain clarity on your progress, this episode will remind you to embrace the facts without letting them define who you are.

Tune in to this encore episode and learn how to use data as a tool for growth, not judgment.

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Encore Episode: Sober Curious

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

This Naked Mind by Annie Grace

Welcome to our first encore episode of the season! As we close out the year, I’m bringing back some of the most impactful episodes that continue to resonate with my coaching clients and community.

Today, we’re revisiting an important conversation about the role alcohol plays in your life. Is alcohol taking up too much space in your life? Is there a healthy place for it in your daily routine?

Here’s the key takeaway: exploring your habits doesn’t require a label. Deciding to examine your alcohol consumption—or anything else like food or social media—doesn’t mean you have a problem. Instead, it’s about staying curious and intentional about how these things impact your life.

In this episode, we’ll talk about:

Why labeling yourself isn’t helpful—and how to keep an open mind as you reflect on your habits.
How to evaluate whether alcohol (or any habit) is actively helping you achieve your dream life.
The first step in embracing a slow living lifestyle: decluttering what’s not working.
The difference between Start Goals and Stop Goals, and how to integrate them into your daily habits.

This is an invitation to pause, reflect, and get curious. If something isn’t helping you move forward, it’s worth exploring why you’re holding on to it.

Tune in to this encore episode and start building the intentional, slow life you deserve.

Resources:

Sober Curious subreddit

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Code Switching, Authenticity, & Masking

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Episode 16- Matching Your Identity With Integrity

Hi, pretty people! This is my final new episode of 2024, but don’t worry—over the next few weeks, I’ll be sharing encore episodes of some of your favorites that continue to spark questions and conversations. Fresh episodes will be back in 2025, so stay tuned!

For this special episode, we’re diving into three misunderstood concepts that many of us navigate every day: code switching, authenticity, and masking.

Here’s what we’re talking about:

What is Code Switching? Adjusting your language, tone, and behavior to fit different environments like work or social gatherings.
What is Masking? Suppressing parts of yourself to fit in or avoid judgment.
What Does Authenticity Mean? Showing up as your true, unfiltered self.

We’ll also explore how to balance these concepts in a way that feels authentic to you. While code switching and masking aren’t inherently bad, using them intentionally can help create feelings of safety and comfort. Awareness is the key to navigating these behaviors effectively.

Here are a few tips we’ll cover:

Create flexibility in how you adapt to different environments.
Journal about what feels most authentic in certain situations.
Notice when you’re masking or code switching and why.
Set small intentions to show up as “more you” every day.

Join me as we explore how to navigate these complex behaviors while staying true to yourself. Awareness is the first step to finding balance, and I’m here to help you get started.

Let’s wrap up 2024 with this thought-provoking conversation and step into the new year with more intention and self-awareness!

Want to listen to another episode to expand on this further?

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Recovering from People Pleasing

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Episode 25 - Caring for the Caregiver

Are you a people pleaser? Many of us find ourselves in roles, like customer service, that require pleasing others. But does that mean we’re truly people pleasers? Not necessarily.

In this episode, we’re exploring the difference between being helpful and falling into the trap of people pleasing. For some, the need to please others stems from a fear of failure or a desire to avoid guilt—feelings that can take a toll on your mental health and self-worth.

Here’s what we cover:

What is People Pleasing? Understanding its roots and how it can impact your life.
The Difference Between Helping and Pleasing: Why offering help doesn’t have to mean compromising yourself.
How to Overcome People Pleasing: Practical steps to break free from this habit.
Protecting Your Boundaries: How to prioritize your needs while still being kind and supportive.

Ready to let go of people pleasing and reclaim your time, energy, and confidence? Tune in for actionable tips to protect your boundaries and rediscover your self-worth.

Download the daily journaling worksheet here ➝ https://stephanieodea.com/daily/

Ready for more episodes on this topic? Take a listen to these previous episodes.

Episode 26 - Stop Delaying Happiness

Episode 37 - How to find your purpose?

Episode 56 - Waiting to be saved

Episodes 57 - Protect your energy

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Are You a Perfectionist?

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Running on Empty by Jonice Webb

Are you a perfectionist? In today’s episode, we’re taking a deep dive into what perfectionism really means, especially for those who feel they’re constantly struggling to keep up with their dreams or feel a fear of failure. This is a common theme among my coaching clients, and it’s often connected to deeper issues, like childhood trauma.

Here’s what we discuss:

The Perfectionism Cycle: Understanding how perfectionism can start in childhood and persist into adulthood, often affecting your “inner child.”
The Challenge of Being in the Moment: Why perfectionists often struggle to stay present and how this affects everyday life.
Recognizing Perfectionist Patterns: Learning to identify signs of perfectionism as the first step toward breaking free.
Embracing Your Authentic Self: Steps you can take to overcome perfectionism and work toward a more genuine, slow living life.

If you’re ready to let go of the need for perfection and embrace a more balanced life, this episode is for you. Listen in to start breaking the perfectionism cycle and become more comfortable in your own skin.

Books to heal your inner child:

Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents by Lindsay Gibson

Driven to Distraction by Edward M Hallowell

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Is Multitasking Bad?

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In today’s episode, we dive into a topic that often comes up with my coaching clients: multitasking. You’re likely multitasking right now as you listen, and that’s perfectly okay! We’ll explore how multitasking can fit into a slow-living lifestyle, especially when it comes to those everyday tasks on autopilot, and when it might be time to focus on being fully present.

We cover:

When Multitasking Works: Discover how multitasking can be a helpful tool for completing routine tasks without much thought, allowing you to get more done.
Being Present for New Experiences and Family Time: Learn why focusing on one thing at a time is essential when you’re trying something new or spending quality time with loved ones.
What Is Context Switching? Understand how switching between tasks can affect your focus and productivity, and what it means for your day-to-day.
Multitasking with a Slow Living Mindset: Find practical tips for incorporating multitasking without losing the calm and intention that slow living brings.

Tune in for a balanced approach to multitasking that can help you stay productive while still embracing a mindful, slow-living lifestyle.

Are you a remote worker? This article shares a study about how remote workers are multitasking and what they are doing during the day. Read the article HERE!

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The Working Homemaker -- Charity Gibson

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400

https://charitygibson.com/

In this episode, I’m joined by Charity Gibson, wife, mother of four, English professor, and author of The Working Homemaker, a guide for Christian mothers on balancing work and home life.

Charity’s faith and commitment to family have inspired her to redefine the traditional role of homemaker, bringing a fresh perspective to moms who balance a career and home responsibilities.

We dive into:

The traditional stereotype of homemaking and how Charity is challenging it
Her fresh perspective on homemaking as nurturing relationships and creating a flourishing family life
What a daily homemaking schedule can look like for working moms
Practical tips on connecting deeply with your family

Join us for this inspiring conversation, as Charity shows that homemaking is for every mom, no matter her career path, and offers tips on building a lifestyle that supports both professional and personal growth.

Connect with Charity:

Buy her book The Working Homemaker

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The Mama Minimalist -- Stephanie Seferian

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Sustainable Minimalists Podcast

Today, we’re joined by Stephanie Seferian, author of Sustainable Minimalism, journalist, podcast host, and mom of two.

Stephanie shares her inspiring journey from teaching high school English to staying home with her children—a shift that sparked her passion for sustainable minimalism and led her to create her blog and Sustainable Minimalists podcast.

In this episode, we talk about:

Stephanie’s decision to stay home with her kids and the new challenges she faced
What inspired her journey toward sustainable minimalism and her mission to create a better planet for her children
The community’s response to her work and her passion for eco-friendly living
Tips for maintaining sustainable minimalism during the holidays, especially when it comes to gift-giving

Tune in to hear Stephanie’s story and learn how simple changes can make a big difference for the environment and your peace of mind.

Connect with Stephanie:

Instagram @sustainableminimalists

https://mamaminimalist.com/

https://www.facebook.com/SustainableMinimalists

Get her book: Sustainable Minimalism

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Get Your Spark Back -- Rachel Marie Martin

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

purchase: Get Your Spark Back

In this episode, I sit down with Rachel Marie Martin, the inspiring author of Get Your Spark Back and creator of the popular Finding Joy website. Rachel shares her journey as a lifelong entrepreneur, mother, and a woman who has overcome significant life challenges, including raising a child with celiac disease and navigating a divorce.

We discuss the life-changing perspective that comes when your child is diagnosed with a serious illness, the concept of time wasters from her latest book, and how she built a successful business despite her struggles. Rachel also opens up about teaching her children the value of money and responsibility, and why she believes it’s so important for women to know they are never alone, especially during times of reinvention and finding new friendships.

Rachel’s story is a heartfelt reminder that no matter the struggles, you can always find your spark again and thrive.

Connect with Rachel:

Instagram @finding_joy

www.findingjoy.net

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Learning from Memoirs -- Part 2

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we dive back into the world of memoirs, where I reflect on the lessons and wisdom gained from listening to others' life stories. There’s so much to learn from the challenges people have faced and how they’ve grown through them.

We are going to cover my thoughts and takeaways from these memoirs:

Untamed, Glennon Doyle
Nickel and Dimed, Barbara Ehrenreich
Burn Book, Kara Swisher
Sandy Cooper books

These memoirs are filled with powerful insights, and I’m excited to share what I’ve learned from them. They’re a great listen!

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Learning from Memoirs -- Part 1

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we dive into the world of memoirs and the incredible lessons you can learn from other people’s life stories. If you love reading memoirs, like I do, you'll appreciate how much insight they offer—whether it's about resilience, growth, or navigating challenges.

Here’s what we cover:

Why reading memoirs can be so powerful
The value of learning from someone else's life experiences
Some of my favorite memoirs that I have read

Tune in to explore the unique stories behind these fascinating lives!

Fiction books mentioned in this episode:

Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine, Gail Honeyman

Beach Read, Emily Henry

Gansett Island Series, Marie Force

Memoirs discussed in this episode:

Spare, Prince Harry

Friends, Lovers, and The Big Terrible Thing, Matthew Perry

Educated, Tara Westover

Counting the Cost, Jill Duggar

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The Self Cleaning House

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we dive into the art of keeping your home in a state of readiness, no matter how busy life gets. Whether you’re expecting guests or just want a peaceful, organized space, we explore practical tips to keep your house clean and stress-free.

As parents, it's not just about keeping the house tidy — it’s about teaching the next generation the value of cleanliness and responsibility.

We break down the 7 essential daily chores to maintain a clutter-free home, while also discussing age-appropriate tasks for kids. Plus, we’ll cover the key weekly, monthly, and even yearly chores to ensure your home runs like a well-oiled machine.

Tune in to find out how these habits not only keep your space in order but help you and your children develop life skills that extend into the workplace!

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Burnout

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Episode 47 - Overcoming Overwhelm

Feeling frantic?

Burnout is real, and it’s something so many grapple with each and every day. If you're constantly on the go, it might feel like there's no time to slow down—but what if I told you that slowing down is exactly what you need?

In this episode, we're diving deep into the core principles from my new book, Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World.

I'll be sharing 5 simple yet life-changing steps you can start using today to put an end to burnout and find balance.

Whether you're juggling work, family, or your personal goals, these strategies will help you pause, breathe, and focus on what truly matters.

Ready to make slow living a part of your life? Tune in now to learn how these powerful strategies can help you break free from the hustle and create a life full of purpose and peace. You deserve it!

Looking for more relative information on Burnout? Check these out!

Episode 49 - Quiet Quitting

Episode 88 - Internal Dialogue

Episode 90 - Adrenal Fatigue

--> Blog - How do I know I'm on the right path?

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Shifting Goal Posts

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Episode 54 - Smart Goals are Stupid

We all have them - Goals! However, sometimes people can get caught up in a hustle culture trying to achieve their goals. Which in the end, leads to unhappiness.

Today we are talking about:

What happens once you achieve your goals?
What is arrival fallacy?
What is wrong with S.M.A.R.T. goals?

One of the most important things that I want you to take away from today's episode is, don't tie your self worth to your goals. Happiness and self worthiness are not on the other side of goal achievement, so stop the hustle culture and achieve goals in a healthy manner.

Looking for more episodes about goal setting? Check these previous episodes out!

Episode 93 - Celebrating Your Wins

Episode 104 - 3 Year Plan

Episode 106 - Manifestation vs Magical Thinking

Episode 122 - Zero Sum Thinking

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Slow Parenting Series: Adult Years and Estrangement

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Today we are talking about the last phase in our Slow Parenting Series, the adult years and estrangement.

Estrangement happens later in life when a family member cuts off another family member. This could be an adult child deciding to distant themselves from a parent or relative. Many times it is because the adult child is attempting to protect themselves.

So... how do you keep your children from becoming estranged from you?

Clinical psychologist Lindsay C. Gibson wrote the book "Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents" where she talks about the four types of difficult parents. I am sharing with you more detail on these parenting types and how they can lead to estrangement in the adult childhood years.

The emotional parent
The driven parent
The passive parent
The rejecting parent

There are many ways to prevent them from becoming estranged, one of the most simple is having good communication. Say your sorry, show humility, and really work on yourself!

Learn more about the four types of parents from Lindsay C. Gibson in her book, Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents.

Want to go back and listen to all of the episodes in the Slow Parenting Series? Ready, set, go!

Episode 5 - Teaching Your Children to Slow Down

Episode 138 - Slow Parenting Series: Intro

Episode 140 - Slow Parenting Series: Mindful Kids and Newborn Stage

Episode 144 - Slow Parenting Series: School Age Readiness

Episode 145 - Slow Parenting Series: Teaching Emotional Regulation to Children

Episode 148 - Slow Parenting Series: The Tween and Teen Years with Amylee, the Productive Mama

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How to Make Money Online

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Episode 70 - Sniffing Out Scams

Wondering how to make money online? It's a question on the minds of many looking to create a sustainable income from the comfort of their own homes.

With the rise of digital platforms, the opportunities to earn money online have multiplied, but how do you navigate this space to find legitimate and long-lasting avenues?

In this episode, I'm sharing my journey to making money online, including the lessons I've learned along the way. We'll discuss how to distinguish between viable opportunities and potential scams. Whether you're a beginner or looking to scale your online income, these insights will help you make informed decisions.

If you're ready to dive into the world of online business, I want you to think of yourself as the lighthouse—steadfast, grounded, and guiding others to your offerings. By staying true to your vision and consistently delivering value, you'll attract the right audience to your online venture

Want to listen to more episodes on making money online? Take a listen to these previous episodes:

Episode 76 - Emily's Story -- Escaping a MLM

Episode 85 - Mommy Blogging

Episode 109 - My Publishing Stories

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Understanding Capacity

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400

The definition of disappointment is when your expectations don't meet the reality and this happens a lot of the time. Many times it happens when we have reached our capacity limit.

Day to day your capacity can change, depending on many variables that you can't control.

You are not a computer or a cell phone -- you're a human and "recharging" your battery isn't always super simple.

Within this episode we talk about what you can do to recharge yourself and how to protect your boundaries from others who may be draining.

I also talk about a "Bucket Filling" book that my children read in school -- and one that is a great metaphor for life.

At the end of the day, you can really only rely on and control yourself.

So go slow and Simply. Look. Only. Within.

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Quarter and Midlife Crisis

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Episode 34- Mom You're Amazing

Today we are talking about what many of us adults go through, midlife crisis. But did you know that you can also go through a quarter life crisis? I am sharing my thoughts with you on how you can navigate these times in your life!

We are talking about:

How it happens
why it happens
what to do about it

As parents, sometimes we go through a midlife crisis the same time as our children are going through a quarter life crisis. It's important that as the parent you remain in control and be a good role model for your kids in this time. They are looking to you for advice and how to navigate through it.

In my new Slow Living book, I talk about the 5 steps to Slow Living and how to apply these steps to the Peace Pyramid so you have a solid foundation for success in ALL aspects of your life.

Want more? Take a listen to these powerful stories of REAL women who have navigated tricky and tough times and have prevailed:

Episode 102- Angela's Story, Living with Multiple Sclerosis

Episode 104- 3 Year Plan

Episode 105- Before and After Coaching with Beth

Episode 106- Manifestation vs Magical Thinking

Episode 149- Amylee's Slow Living Story

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What to do when Tragedy Strikes: Amylee's Slow Living Story

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Trigger warning: This episode has details of a fatal bus crash. Please take a moment to ensure that you are prepared to listen. If you are not in a good place to listen to this episode, please feel free to skip and listen to another episode.

Amylee is back with us for a second episode! This time she is sharing a traumatic story of a bus crash that she was involved in and how she has overcome injuries both physically and mentally.

We are talking about:

How her kids handled the crash
PTSD
How it caused her to slow down to recover and lean on others to help
How she looks back on that experience now

Now Amylee works to help others like they helped her and her family during the time after the bus crash. She has created a freezer meal club that blesses a different family each month with a set of meals. When a major event happened outside of their scheduled meetups, her group was able to act quickly and get meals to familier right away. She wants to share with you how she started this club and how you can too!

Find her Freezer Meal Club Course HERE!

Use discount Code (SL-30) to enjoy 30% off through the end of 2024.

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Slow Parenting Series: The Tween and Teen Years with Amylee, the Productive Mama

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400

I'm joined today with a very special guest, Amylee, aka The Productive Mama. She is a wife and mom to 3 girls and has created an amazing resource for parents!

Amylee was one of those mamas who had home births, used cloth diapers, and homeschooled. Now she uses her experience to inspire new moms.

Today we are talking all about the tween and teen years. We are diving into all of your burning questions around:

Consequences
Social media
Cell phone rules
Quality time as a family
Chores

Grateful kids become awesome adults. Helping your young children appreciate what they have jumpstarts their growth into teens who can have give-and-take conversations and develop sincere compassion for others. These are all baby steps to adults that people want to be around!

Amylee is sharing this series of reflections, prompts, and templates to help you model thankfulness to your kids and build a culture of gratitude in your family. Grab it HERE!

Looking for a cell phone playbook to use in your family? Download Amylee's cell phone rules HERE!

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Slow Living: The Book

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400

I am so excited to finally announce the launch of my book "Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World".

This is something that has taken me some time to get all of my thoughts onto paper and I couldn't be more happy to finally share it with you! It is my hope that this book will bring you some peace and help you to live a slow life.

So today I am sharing a little bit of my book with you! After this episode, I know you'll want to here more. You can purchase your own copy online HERE. Also, head to your local bookstore and ask for the book. They will be ready to ship this fall!

Once you start reading it, send me a note and let me know your thoughts! I can't wait to hear how this book helps you.

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Thoughts on Being Married For 25 Years

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400

What is it like to be married for 25 years? I met my husband when we were in high school and now we are celebrating our 25th anniversary!

While we are not the same people we were when we met at 16 years old, we find ways to evolve our relationship to make it stronger every day. We've had to grow and learn about each other as we have changed over the years.

In this episode I am sharing with you 25 thoughts I have about being married for 25 years!

Arguments
Finances
Support
Parenting
and MORE!!!

I am spilling the tea on how we keep our marriage thriving after 25 years, so let's get started!

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Slow Parenting Series: Teaching Emotional Regulation to Children

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400

This this episode of our Slow Parenting Series we are talking about emotional regulation and how we can teach this to our children.

To be able to teach emotional regulation to your kids you need to be able to self regulate your own emotions. It is not healthy for children to be in an environment that their caretakers lash out in ways that they can't expect. So you need to take a minute a look within! Where you are is where you are, where you are is not where you want to be and where you want to go. Slow living is about taking steps to get to where you want to go.

How do you teach emotional regulation to your kids if your not emotionally regulated yourself?

How to implement in your own family?

Let's talk about how you can regulate your emotions so that you can be the best version of yourself to teach your own children.

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Episode 5 - Teaching Your Children to Slow Down

Slow Parenting Series: School Age Readiness

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400

As we continue through the Slow Parenting Series, let's take a pause and go back to the basics. The purpose of slow parenting is to slow down and thoughtfully and purposefully plan what is next. Today we are talking about school age readiness! Here are some key points that I want you to take away from this episode:

You can go into things with a plan but also be prepared for those plans to change
Sometimes what is best is to unplug from researching and just be present
Keep the end in sight, you are not raising children but you are raising adults

I have a degree in Early Childhood Education and child psychology and have spent my entire adult life working with children and families.

In this episode I share some ideas on how to best prepare your child for the academic, social, emotional, and physical aspects of full day school.

For more information on school age readiness, you may enjoy reading some ideas I have on "afterschool homeschooling," here.

Want to hear more about slow parenting? Take a listen to these previous episodes for more!

Episode 138 - Slow Parenting Series: Intro

Episode 140 - Slow Parenting Series: Mindful Kids and Newborn Stage

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Episode 2 - Step 1 to Slow Living: Declutter Everything

Embracing a Minimalist Mindset

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400

What does it mean to have a minimal mindset? We are talking about simple and actionable steps to get you there.

My favorite acronym for SLOW is Simply Look Only Within and I use this in everything I do. In fact, it goes right along with my daily journaling guide that I am sharing with you today! In the journal, I talk about something called the Peace Pyramid which is comprised of 6 parts.

Time Management
Health
Finances
Organization
Relationships
Peace

When you are surrounded by clutter it affects how you feel on a daily basis. However, organization can give you instant relief and rescue from the overwhelm. Creating a daily schedule can also help you achieve your to do list in a more simpler way. These are all topics we are talking about in today's episode!

Just remember, move forward with intention.

Are you ready to create your own minimal mindset?

Download my FREE Daily Journaling guide HERE!

Previous episodes to take a listen to:

Episode 8 - Dealing with Overwhelm in Uncertain Times

Episode 119 - Living A Minimalist Life with Emily McDermott!

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https://www.theorganizerchicks.com/

Meet the Organizer Chick -- Amber's Story

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Did you know that our brains are not wired for clutter? My friend, Amber Taggard, is here to share her entrepreneurial journey with us and how she has built a business dedicated to productivity!

Amber is the owner and founder of The Organizer Chicks. She is a professional organizer, time management coach, and professional speaker who has contributed to Forbes.

Growing up with entrepreneurial parents, Amber always knew that there were more options for her than what was in the college brochure. Still, she grew up being told that college is the way by society. Unsure of what she wanted to do, she got a degree in psychology. Throughout the beginning of her career, she realized that productivity is her specialty. Which was the lightbulb to start her company, The Organizer Chicks.

We are diving into topics like:

How she built her company from the ground up
Our bodies are physically wired to be affected by clutter
How does she schedule her day as a business owner

Connect with Amber

https://www.facebook.com/TheOrganizerChicks

https://www.instagram.com/theorganizerchicks

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Paving your Own Path -- Elise Bauer from Simply Recipes

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400

I am so excited to have a friend and mentor on the podcast today!

Elise Bauer is an ex-tech executive and the founder of Simply Recipes! She started this business when she was at a low in her live, struggling with chronic fatigue. But she wanted a way to help others, so she started Simply Recipes.

Her recipes grew into a huge company and eventually she sold Simply Recipes. Now she is entering a new chapter in her life and she is here to share that with us.

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Slow Parenting Series: Mindful Kids and Newborn Stage -- Fallyn Buckley

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the Slow Parenting Series, episode 2! In this series we are talking with guests what it means to slow down and parent in a slow way. Today's guest is a friend of mine and I can't wait for you to listen in!

Fallyn Buckley is a family coach, certified social worker, and positive parenting discipline educator. She started as a school counselor and through working with kids she realized that parents needed help too. So she wanted to be a resource for both parents and kids!

We are talking about:

Social emotional learning and how she helps families learn this
How schools and parents can work together for the good of the child
How things changed for Fallyn when she had her first child
What are Fallyns suggestions for screen time, extra curricular activities, and more!

Life gets busy and hectic and it is important to stop and check in with your child and yourself.

To learn more about Fallyn's work and how she can help you, visit her website HERE!

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Stressless Eating with Leanne Ellington

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400

I met my guest, Leanne Ellington, at a business conference and we immediately clicked! She is amazing at what she does and I can't wait for you all to hear what she has to say.

Leanne went from being dissatisfied with her body to learning how to overcome body image and life a healthy lifestyle. She built up a health and fitness business that gained her national attention from tv stations and social media outlets.

But when she was at the top she felt a calling to do something different. She knew that she needed to make a change. So she started over and is now helping women to heal their own relationship with food and their bodies.

We are talking about:

Skinny does not equal healthy and skinny does not equal happy
There is never a perfect time to start something new, you just have to start
What is food noise?

If you are ready for Leanne's help to overcome your toxic relationship with foods and self confidence, you can learn more HERE!

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Slow Parenting Series: Intro

Mon, 27 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400

I am so excited to start this new series with you! We are going to be diving into what it means to be a Slow Parent and how you can parent in a thoughtful way.

As I have shared before, my acronym for SLOW is Simply.Look.Only.Within and this applies to slow parenting as well as slow living. You can look within yourself to feel calm and confident in your parenting.

One of the most important things to start with is get to know your child. Understand what they are capable of and don't give them expectations to live up to that they may not be ready for.

We are talking about:

How you handle a situation can affect your kids
Tips to discipline your child in a slow parenting way

I have something special for you, my Golden Rules for my family and I am sharing them with you! You can find them HERE.

If you want more resources, go back to Episode 5: Teaching your children to slow down and have a listen!

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The One Simple Shift Podcast

Meet my business coach -- Amanda Joyce Weber

Mon, 20 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400

I have my longtime business coach joining me on today's episode. Amanda Joyce Weber is the woman behind Future You Coaching and she has been a tremendous part behind the success in my business!

Amanda has helped me realize my purpose in life and business. She has taught me that it's ok to be vulnerable and had been there to help me turn my ideas into a reality!

We are diving into what she has helped me through and how! Journaling and mindset? You know we are covering these! They are so important when you want to gain clarity on what you truly want!

Amanda has an amazing opportunity to book a FREE coaching call with her! If you want to start to gain clarity in your business, then head on over to her website and book your call now!

Connect with Amanda

https://www.amandajoyceweber.com/

Instagram @amandajoyceweber

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Your Second Act -- Diane's Story

Mon, 13 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Have you been going through life and not happy where it is taking you? My guest today didn't either, so she decided to change the trajectory and take control!

Diane Moca started her career in journalism. She loved all of the opportunities that it brought her. Then she had her first child and things changed. Now, Diane wanted to be a present mom while also having her career. So she decided to go back to work.

In this time she realized the lack of affordable and reliable child care for women who are in the workforce. That's when she got an idea to help those women out. So Diane started MomSub!

Diane's goal at MomSub is to provide moms with help with finding child care by reducing the stress, guilt, and self criticism that goes into finding a reliable source.

We are talking about:

How Diane created MomSub
The process of finding child care on MomSub
How companies are starting to offer child care benefits

Currently, MomSub is only offered in the Chicago area but they ready to expand. If you are located in another city, send them a message at info@momsub.com and let them know where they should expand to next!

Previous episodes to check out!

Episode 81 - Remember the WoMom

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momsub.com

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Suburban Intimacy -- Amy's Story

Mon, 06 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400

We are heating things up today on the Slow Living Podcast. I am talking with Amy Rowan, The Suburban Sexologist!

"Why did you want to talk about sex?" This is a question that Amy hears all the time. People are always wondering what led her down this path. But Amy feels that she was born into it as her father was an OBGYN and mother a therapist.

Amy works with women and couples to help them have a healthy, long term relationship with sex. She wants everyone to be able to build trust and communication to have a thriving sex life with their partner.

We are talking about:

Can you re-create the desire you had for your partner from when you first started dating?
How to make scheduling sex fun
How to make things exciting again in your relationship

Amy has devoted her life to creating a safe and welcoming space for people to come and learn.

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Instagram @amyrowanintimacycoach

Coaching Website https://www.suburbanintimacy.com/

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Unconditional Love -- Love Notes From Mom

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Let's talk about love!

There are all different kinds of love. But one of the most important ones is self love. In today's episode I am talking about how you need to love yourself unconditionally.

Something that I do is create love notes for myself. It's a great way to give yourself positive affirmations. For you, I have created Love Notes with an emphasis on YOU! If you would like your own Love Notes - you can find them HERE!

Our upbringing and our relationships with our parents can leave us feeling unfulfilled. Your emotional needs may not have been met to the fullest.

If you feel that you need to work on your inner child, here are some books that I recommend:

Lindsay Gibson's "The Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents"

Jonice Webb "Running on Empty"

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This Organized Life Podcast

Enneagram and Knowing Yourself -- Laurie's story

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Today I am joined by Laurie Palau and she is a genius when it comes to organization and decluttering!

She is the host of the This Organized Life Podcast and the owner of Simply B Organized. Laurie is passionate about helping people live without clutter and wants them to live their best life!

We are talking about so many insightful topics today!

What is the enneagram?
How can your enneagram help you live a more organized life?
ADHD
Clutter is a symptom, so what can we do about it?

I can't wait for you to listen and learn about everything that Laurie has to share!

Want to know more about the enneagram and what your type is? Download Laurie's FREE cheat sheet to find out more HERE!

Connect with Laurie:

simplyborganized.com

Instagram @simplyborganized

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Diet Culture

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Today's episode came to me in the middle of the night (yes literally!) and I had to share it with you. I want to talk about diet culture and some of the pressures that you can have from society around diets.

The number one thing I want you to take away from this episode is the need for self love! The love you have for yourself needs to be complete and total unconditional love. Even though the scale might not be the number you want or your favorite pair of pants don't fit like they use to, the most important thing to remember is to love yourself unconditionally.

In my coaching, I talk about health at every size with my clients. Because health is not just the number on the scale, it is also how you feel inside. Are you able to take your dog on a walk? Are you able to play with your kids or grandkids? Health is about so much more than the physical appearance.

When it comes to food, I don't cancel anything out. I believe in balance and lifiving life! However, I do have an acronym for "DIET" that I use every day - Do I Eat This? I ask myself how will it make me feel? This is something that has helped me in my personal journey!

Do you want more episodes to review for more self love? Check these out:

Episode 36- Becoming Resilient

Episode 69- Should there be suffering?

Episode 71- Self-Loathing

Episode 72- Deciphering Data

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Women's Health

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Today I want to share with you a little into on women's health. I have some episodes coming up that are going to dive deeper into these topic. So I wanted to get us ready for that!

Recently, I watched the Barbie movie and it really triggered something in me that I wanted to share. There is a speech in the movie that highlights the expectations that we have as women.

These expectations may not be fair but they are what we face daily. And it is important to learn how to move past them as a woman.

I am also excited to share some stories that YOU all have shared with me about your personal health journeys!

If you want more information on women's health, take a listen to these previous episodes!

Episode 17 - It's Not You, It's Your Hormones

Episode 18 - Sleep -- How to Get the Rest You and Your Body Needs

Episode 19 - 2, 4, 6, EAT: Intermittent Fasting, Simplified

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What is PMDD -- Sandi's Story

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Today's episode is so special to me and marks an important start to April which is also PMD Awareness Month! My guest today is Sandi MacDonald and she is the co-founder of IAPMD which is the International Association for Premenstrual Disorders.

She started experiencing different symptoms and behaviors early in her life, as early as high school. Through many years of struggling emotionally and physically, she was always asking what was happening to her. She saw doctors, therapists, and tried different medications, but nothing was a cure.

It was not until she became a mother that she finally started to find answers. Sandi discovered that she had PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder). PMDD is something that is not widely talked about but Sandi has decided to bring it to the surface!

We are answering your questions:

What are the classic symptoms to look for in PMDD?
Is there a link between PMDD and a hormone imbalance?
Does PMDD mean that perimenopause and menopause will be more difficult to go through?
Does alcohol increase symptoms?

If you want more information visit Sandi's website- it is a wonderful resource! https://iapmd.org/

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Instagram @IAPMDglobal

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Fresh Eggs Daily -- Lisa's Story

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Homesteader - what comes to your mind? If raising chickens enters your mind then I have an amazing story for you today! I am talking with my good friend Lisa Steele.

Lisa lives in rural Maine and is the owner of the Fresh eggs Daily website and cookbooks. She is a 5th generation chicken keeper and the host of the tv show Welcome to My Farm.

Lisa started out writing a blog to grow awareness and provide knowledge about raising chickens organically. What started as a simple blog turned into a book deal! After writing 6 books, Lisa transitioned into the culinary world and started writing cookbooks.

During Covid, Lisa noticed an increase in the world's interest in homesteading. Chickens were selling out everywhere!

Lisa is sharing her story of how she has build a business and life around her passion for raising chickens.

If you want more information on raising chickens, check out Lisa's blog! www.fresheggsdaily.blog

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Fabulously Frugal -- Meet the Frugalwoods

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Are you financially independent and living the life you have dreamed for yourself? If you did not shout YES then you need to listen to this episode! Liz Willard Thames is sharing with us how she helps others live frugally.

Liz is an author and the founder of Frugalwoods - originated as a blog and turned into so much more! It was a personal diary about the financial independence journey that Liz and her husband went on early in their marriage. As her audience grew, she started using it as a community to help others!

Liz practices value spaced spending. She teaches others to invest in what truly matters to you and let go of everything else.

Eventually, Frugalwoods lead Liz to start a financial consulting business. She works one on one with clients to go over everything in their life that has a dollar sign. She creates a financial plan for them and alleviates their fears around finances. Her passion is to educate others to live financially independent.

Establish your goals and create a financial plan to get you to that destination!

Liz offers a free month long course to get started with managing your money. Begin her FREE Uber Frugal Month Challenge today!

Looking for your next good read? Check out Liz's book and begin your journey to frugal living! Meet the Frugalwoods Book

If you would like to hear more about Financial Planning and Literacy, be sure to listen to episode 127 of the Slow Living Podcast!

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Episode 15 Know Your Number -- FIRE Movement

Financial Literacy

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Today we are talking about money! But probably not in the way you are thinking. We are talking all about financial literacy. I am sharing my life's story and how I became financially literate.

What is financial literacy? It is the ability to understand and use financial skills to make informed and effective decisions about money.

I grew up in a very frugal home. My parents and grandparents taught me so many life lessons around this. However, early in my marriage my husband and I started playing around with credit cards and quickly found ourselves in debt.

It was not until after the birth of our first child that we realized that this was not the best life choice. So, we stopped and started educating ourselves in our finances. We started reading book and watching shows to learn anything we could on how to be smart in our spending. And I am sharing it all with you today!

If you want more financial information - go back to these previous episodes and figure out what your FIRE number is!

Episode 66 What is your FIRE Number? Encore Episode

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Adriene's YouTube Channel

Getting into Yoga

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Today we are talking about one of my favorite things to do for my own physical and mental health... YOGA! It has taken me many years to embrace yoga but has truly transformed both my mind and body.

I took my first yoga class when I was only 18 years old. A friend and I decided to try hot yoga and we soon realized that it was not for the faint of heart. Needless to say we did not make it through the entire class. But this started my wellness journey.

I always looked at exercise as a way to keep my body looking a certain way. Through my 20-30s exercise was just something that I did, it was not a mind and body connection. I tried light weight training which led to high interval training. But ultimately I felt that disconnect between my mind and body.

Since then I have rediscovered yoga and it has been a fantastic way to stay present and healthy. One of my favorite online yoga resources is Yoga with Adriene. She has an amazing YouTube channel full of great yoga videos. Follow along with her below!

Yoga with Adriene

If you practice yoga or decide to try it for the first time let me know! I love hearing your stories!

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Everybody Has Something

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0400

This topic has been weighing on my mind for some time now... Everybody Has SOMETHING!!

You're probably thinking, what does that mean? We all have a past or something that we would like to change about ourselves. But... whatever your "thing" is, it does not justify your behavior.

When you are an adult you get to decide what the next steps are! You can propel yourself onto the next thing. If you have a difficult past, reach out and get some help! Learn how to move past it and seize the day.

Everybody has something, you are not alone!

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Dream Big and Win with Liz Elting

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Everyone has dreams and goals for their life, but what do you do with them? Do you let them continue to stay a dream or do you do sometime with them? My guest today took her dream and turned it into a reality!

I am talking with Liz Elting who is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, Co Founder of TransPerfect, and one of Forbe's richest self-made women! Liz started out working in corporate america in college. She quickly realized that being a woman in a male dominated workplace was not what she wanted. So Liz took her passion for languages and business and created TransPerfect!

The difference between women and men when it comes to helping others
How can parents of the younger generation recreate the connection and social awareness for their children?
The value of going into an office and how it provides a more well balanced life

We are talking about all of this in our talk today! Liz wants you to keep in mind what your values and dreams are and create a career that's a part of that!

Connect with Liz

https://lizelting.com/

Dream Big and Win Book

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Thriving with a Disability - Andrea's Story

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Sometimes life throws us a curveball and we have to decide how we are going to handle it. My friend and guest on today's episode is sharing her personal struggles and how she found a way to thrive despite her disability.

Andrea was born premature and lost her vision at just 6 months old. Though she has faced many challenges, this has not stopped her from living a life full of positivity, faith, hope and love! Andrea is a free spirit who love music! With her beautiful voice, she started to write her own songs.

Today we are talking to Andrea about:

How it was to grow up blind
How she found ways to maneuver around challenges
The wonderful teacher that helped her from preschool through undergrad

Andrea is a passionate traveling and shares some of her experiences through travel.

Listen to Andrea's beautiful voice here!

Time of Need

Home

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Zero Sum Thinking

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Today we are talking about Zero Sum Thinking and the troubles I see with this theory. The basis to this way of thinking is that is someone is doing better than you, they are winning and you are losing. That there can only be one winner in life.

I have a really hard time with this, I don't feel that there should be one winner and one loser in life. I believe that everyone can win in anyway that servers them in life. I encourage you to put your blinders on and worry about your own game of life!

Need more inspiration? Take a listen to these previous episodes that build upon this conversation!

Episode 12 - Taking Stock of the Here and Now

Episode 26 - Stop Delaying Happiness

Episode 36 - Becoming Resilient

Episode 51 - Adult Friendships

Episode 54 - Smart Goals are Stupid

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Anxiety, ADHD, and More

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Today we are talking all about anxiety and ADHD. Often they can be difficult to deal with. I am giving you an inside look into my anxiety and how I cope with it!

I want you to ask yourself these questions...

Is it something that is holding you back?
Does how your brain tick give you a pass?

Listen now to hear my tips and tricks on how to handle anxiety and ADHD.

For more discussion on these topics, check out these previous episodes!

Episode 24 - "Labels -- The Good, Bad, and the Ugly"

Episode 56 - "Waiting to be Saved"

Episode 68 - "Believing in Miracles"

Episode 88 - "Internal Dialogue"

Episode 103 - "And Land"

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Getting Calm Without Meds - Adi's Story

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0400

I can't be the only one who struggles with stress and anxiety, right? There are many techniques that help to control some of it, but what happens when it builds up and leads to something bigger? Do you ever find yourself in the middle of a panic attack with no way to calm yourself?

Today we are chatting with the woman behind CalmiGo! Adi Wallach is an inventor, who through her own struggles created a drug-free way to deal with anxiety. Adi started experiencing panic attacks and tried different techniques to calm them; including yoga, therapy, relaxation techniques, and diet changes. While she benefited from all of them, she found that nothing helped her while she was having a panic attack.

Adi did not want to rely on medications and their side effects, so she set out to create a product that could help! Starting with research, she discovered what methods helped during a panic attack. She used these to create CalmiGo, which is available to adults and children 6 years and up. Parents are excited for a drug-free solution to help children with their stress and anxiety!

What methods are found in CamiGo?

Adaptive Breathing Regulations
Multi-Sensory Stimulation
Calming Scents

Learn more about Adi's natural solution for immediate relief in moments of distress!

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mycalmigo/

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Join me for my LIVE Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Slow Living Podcast - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm Podcast

Live A Minimalist Life with Emily McDermott!

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Do you ever ask yourself, how do I slow down by becoming more minimalist? Emily McDermott is sharing some of her secrets to living a minimalist life!

By using a decluttering and minimalism approach, she helps moms live a more mindful and intentional life. Emily is a boy mom, entrepreneur, and podcast host who loves talking to other moms about living abundantly with less.

We are diving into topics such as:

What is your capacity to manage activities?
Do I need to become a minimalist to live a slow life?
What things are sparking joy in my house?
What is a capsule wardrobe?
What is swedish death cleaning?

Emily is a firm believer that our homes need to be a place that feels safe and happy; a place to create memories! Is the stuff around you helping or hindering that? When you start to acquire less you start to desire less. You can reprogram and be happier with a lower level of enough.

Connect with Emily:

Simple by Emmy

Instagram @simplebyemmy

Youtube Channel

Want to know more about living a slowed down life?!

Simple Shortcuts to Peace Course - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

New Year, New You Mini Challenge - https://stephanieodea.com/newyou

Join me for my LIVE Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Slow Living Podcast - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

https://memo.fm/slowlivingpodcast/

Your American Dream while Parenting -- Michelle's Story

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 118: Your American Dream while Parenting -- Michelle's Story

Michelle Grosser is the host of the Calm Mom podcast. She decided to give up her law practice after becoming a mother and has never been happier.

Michelle was an attorney running a busy law firm by day, law school professor by night, all while trying to parent her kids, pour into her marriage, and keep up with her home - and what she found is that she was exhausted, overwhelmed, and on the fast track to burnout.

In this episode we talk about how and why Michelle made this choice and give tips to help those ward off burnout and depression.

You can find Michelle at https://michellegrosser.com/about

and on instagram, here: https://www.instagram.com/michellegrosser.coach/

Have any questions for the podcast? Leave a voicemail, here:

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

It’s okay to stop and breathe. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule, instead I offer realistic tips and plans to get things done quickly and efficiently so you can do things you want to do.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

I know what it feels like to want to live a calm, peaceful, and harmonious life but you feel like you can’t because there is simply too much to do. I believe that if we are lucky, life is long. You are not behind, and you don’t need to rush around, trying to catch up. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule.

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

It's become our mission to seek out the most fun and creative ways to revisit your favorite fandoms. Join us as we revisit all of our favorite things through live coverage, reviews, debates, power rankings, and fantasy drafts.

New Year, New(er) You

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 117: New Year, New(er) You

In this episode we talk about whether or not New Year Resolutions "work" and if you should make them.

I owe my whole career to sticking to my New Year Resolution --

I explain how to come up with an idea that feels good and then how to follow through, even on the days you don't want to.

To get my daily worksheet planning tool, go to StephanieODea.com/newyou

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Encore Episode: Mindset - Action - Consistency

Mon, 25 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 84 - Mindset - Action - Consistency

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

I’ve got an exercise for you to do today while you listen to the current podcast episode.

In the newest Slow Living podcast episode I share how I just popped off the phone with a former coaching client before recording.

She seemed floundery.

And I wanted to remind her how AWESOME she is and how she had SO MANY TOOLS in her arsenal — she just needed to go back, pick one, and start back up again.

Learn more about one-on-one coaching at stephanieodea.com/coaching

As I explained to her — and then again in the podcast episode for all of you —

You can’t “action” your way out of a mindset or a consistency problem.

But many (many!!!!) times we want to. It’s easier to find a new SOMETHING then it is to stay consistent with the current path because our brains want something shiny and glittery.

Listen in as I share really good solid tips & trick you can do TODAY to start sticking to your master plan on an ongoing basis.

the only way to meet your personal & professional goals is to keep working, each and every day, one teeny tiny baby step at a time.

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Encore Episode: Success Secrets Part 3

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 115 - Success Secrets Part 3

This is the third part of the three part series of Success Secrets according to Steph.

If you'd like a copy of all of the Success Secrets in a handy-dandy PDF, get them here.

This episode wraps up the end of the series — and in it I share my thoughts on marriage, old age, and taking care of yourself NOW so you can live out the life you imagined in your retirement years.

So I hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.

Segment #1

Description - Recap & Steps 16-17
Timestamp - 40 Second Mark

Segment #2

Description - Steps 17-21
Timestamp - 14 Minute Mark

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

'The Ship It Podcast Network has shows that are nationally ranked in upwards of 30 countries and was recently named a Top 50 Podcast to subscribe to in 2020 by Feedspot.

Encore Episode: Success Secrets Part 2

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 114 - Success Secrets Part 2

The second episode in a 3-episode series of Success Secrets based upon Brian Tracy's 21 Success Secrets of Self-Made Millionaires.

If you'd like a copy of all of the Success Secrets in a handy-dandy PDF, get them here.

These ‘success secrets’ have been percolating in my brain for the past 20 years or so —

I’ve read an awful lot of Self-Help and Personal Development books (hundreds!!) and always felt a bit bummed — they never felt like they were speaking *to me* — they were either for women who were really interested in all things homemaking and couponing and entertaining or they seemed geared towards business men.

and while I *do* have aspects of myself that likes things clean and tidy — I am not a Martha Stewart-type. I just don’t seem to care all that much! 😉

and while I *do* have my own business, I’m not all that business-y!

So I hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.

Segment #1

Description - Recap & Steps 6-7
Timestamp - 40 Second Mark

Segment #2

Description - Steps 8-15
Timestamp - 15 Minute Mark

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Golden Rules for the Family - https://stephanieodea.com/2014/05/goldenrulesforfamily/

1-2-3 Magic - https://www.123magic.com

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

'The Ship It Podcast Network has shows that are nationally ranked in upwards of 30 countries and was recently named a Top 50 Podcast to subscribe to in 2020 by Feedspot.

Encore Episode: Success Secrets Part 1

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 113 - Success Secrets Part 1

This is the first of a 3-part series where I explain my OWN 21 secrets to a successful life. This is a play on Brian Tracy's 21 Secrets of Self-Made Millionaires --

and after realizing that this had become true for me, I made up my own success secrets.

Take a listen and take notes!

If you'd like a copy of all of the Success Secrets in a handy-dandy PDF, get them here.

all podcast notes available at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

daily journaling worksheet at stephanieodea.com/daily

new year new you honest assessment at stephanieodea.com/newyou

Segment #1

Description - What does it mean to be successful?
Timestamp - 40 Second Mark

Segment #2

Description - 5 Success Secrets
Timestamp - 9 Minute Mark

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

'The Ship It Podcast Network has shows that are nationally ranked in upwards of 30 countries and was recently named a Top 50 Podcast to subscribe to in 2020 by Feedspot.

Living Your Life Away from Social Media with Sandy Cooper

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 112: Living Life off of Social Media with Sandy Cooper

Today is a super fun episode because I have welcomed my friend, Sandy Cooper, back to the podcast.

I interviewed Sandy in episode 34 -- in that episode we were promoting her, Mom You're Amazing! book.

This would be a great holiday gift for all the moms on your list.

Today we are talking about social media.

Sandy has taken a step away and she gives valuable advice and action steps if you have been interested in taking a step away from your online life.

Sandy shares how she was an early adopter to social media and did feel as if she had markers of having an addiction to social media.

She shares what the warning signs are, how to talk about social media with your teens, and what to do if you think you have a problem limiting your social media use.

Sandy and I are friends.

I adore her.

I think you'll really love this podcast interview, and I encourage you to find Sandy on her own two podcasts:

The Balanced Momcast

Writing off Social

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Staying Optimisitic this Holiday Season -- Dr. Emily Bashah

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 111: Staying Optimistic this Holiday Season with Dr. Emily Bashah

see all podcast notes.

Chances are, this is a very busy week for you.

I’d like to offer you a joyful listen while you are making all the things happen for all the people —

pop in your earbuds and take a listen to the newest episode of the Slow Living podcast.

In this interview, Dr. Emily Bashah, of the Optimistic American podcast shares how to stay Peaceful & Present during the holidays —

even in the midst of family drama, an uncertain economy, and parenting strife.

Learn more about Dr. Bashah on her website.

Purchase Addictive Ideologies

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Something from Nothing: Erin's Story

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 110: Something from Nothing with Erin Chase

Today is a fun episode ---

I sit down with Erin Chase, from the $5 Dinner Mom and My FreezEasy websites.

Erin and I have been friends for over 15 years, and in this episode she shares how she turned her simple idea into an online empire.

And she did it all (in the beginning) with absolutely no-money down.

The past few episodes have been talking about The American Dream --

and whether or not it's dead or still alive and kicking.

Things have definitely changed --- no one is going to argue that inflation isn't happening or the economy hasn't shifted.

Remember, step 5 of living a Slow Life is to tweak and fine-tune ---

but I don't want you to ever give up on your dreams.

Listen as Erin and I talk about the beginning of getting our websites off of the ground, working with our literary agent (she and I had the same one for a little bit) and how she, ALSO, emailed the Rachael Ray show and ended up on it.

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

My Publishing Stories

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

episode 109 Steph's Publishing Stories

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

In this episode I share my publishing stories.

Each book I've written has a slightly different story -- but the fact is that it wasn't something that just "happened" ---

I've had the idea that I was a writer who wanted to write books since childhood.

When I was in my very early twenties I began querying literary agents and it took close to 5 years of "NOs" before I got my first YES.

And then I got fired from that publisher.

Listen in as I share the formula and path that I took to find my first literary agent, how I kept going even when it seemed like it wouldn't ever work and how even though I THINK I'm pretty smart, I still fell for a scam.

I also share the exact numbers I've gotten for advances, because I know a few of you were wondering.

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

episode 72: Deciphering Data

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

You Are an Entrepreneur

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

episode 108 You are an Entrepreneur

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

This episode is about how to run your life like it's a teeny tiny business.

No one will swoop in and save you —

you’ve gotta Adult Up — and one of the best ways to learn how to do this effectively is to shift your mindset from You as a PERSON to You as a BUSINESS.

Listen as I share how to do this in the easiest way possible —

Also, I share my favorite lentil salad recipe —

because, hey, why not?

other episodes to check out:

episode 80: Don’t Reinvent the Wheel

episode 83: Decision Fatigue

episode 86: Work / Life Balance

episode 91: Time Blocking

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

episode 9: How to Get What You Want When You Want It

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

The American Dream

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 107: The American Dream

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

Is the American Dream dead?

Depending on your age and stage in life, you may feel really strongly one way or another about this topic.

And that’s okay.

Take a listen and see how you can apply YOUR own thoughts and ideas and ideals to the elusive American Dream.

I truly believe we all have the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

But the game has changed.

The rules have changed.

What worked for your parents and grandparents won’t necessarily work any more —

and you are correct, in that it is NOT FAIR.

BUT. Hear me out and see how you can still play to win.

other episodes to check out:

episode 14: Motivation is a Choice

episode 56: Waiting to Be Saved

episode 60: 4 More Years

episode 67: The Messy Middle

episode 84: Mindset + Action + Consistency

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

episode 11: How Woo Are You?

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Manifestation vs Magical Thinking

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

episode 106: Manifestation Verses Magical Thinking

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

What’s manifestation? What’s it NOT? And how can you actually use these techniques to make a real difference in your daily life? ?

I know you’ve heard your fair share of self-help jargon. I get it.

But I promise this isn’t your typical, overhyped monologue about wishful thinking. It’s a down-to-earth, this is real life conversation about how to apply manifestation techniques effectively.

Together, let’s navigate through the maze of manifestation together and come out the other side with actionable insights that can truly make a difference.

Remember, it’s not magic; it’s mindfulness.

Stay curious, stay grounded, and keep living at your own pace. I’m here to support your journey!

other episodes to check out:

episode 28: Mindset is Everything

episode 56: Waiting to Be Saved

episode 84: Mindset + Action + Consistency

episode 94: Sustainable Consistency

episode 104: Creating Your 3 Year Plan

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

episode 9: How to Get What You Want When You Want It

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Before and After Coaching with Beth

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

episode 105: Before and After Coaching With Beth

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

Last week we talked about creating your “3 Year Plan” when it comes to changing your life.

Beth has done just that.

I am so proud of her.

Three years ago — during the depths of the pandemic — Beth reached out to me for some coaching.

We only worked with each other for 4 weeks — but Beth took the work SERIOUSLY and completely changed the trajectory of her life in all areas of the Peace Pyramid.

Listen as she explains, in her own words, the work she did and how she did it.

If you’ve ever wondered what it might be like to be coached of have someone on your side who is 100% cheering for you —

take a listen.

We really are real people and in this recording Beth shares what it was like to work with me and how she took the assignments seriously and did the work.

It was sometimes not fun — and we talk about stirring up “gunk” in order to move forward —

but I’m certain that by listening to the sparkle in her voice you will be motivated to start stirring up some of your own “gunk.”

episode 14: Motivation is a Choice

episode 35: Real Clients, Real Results: Beth’s Story

episode 59: Thoughts on Codependency

episode 67: The Messy Middle

episode 94: Sustainable Consistency

episode 104: Creating Your 3 Year Plan

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

stephanieodea.com/coaching

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

3 Year Plan

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

episode 104 Your Three Year Plan

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

In this episode I walk you through the exact steps I use with my one-on-one coaching clients to map out their 3 Year Plan.

The reason we do a 3 Year Plan is because when you are trying to completely transform your life —

1 year isn’t enough.

Many people make 5 Year Plans — and that is fantastic when you are young and you know that you’ll graduate from this or that in this time frame or you’ll do a great big huge life event like getting married or having a baby.

But when you’re a grown-up for a while — 5 years kind of gets blurry.

And it feels “far away” so you have “time” to do the things — so you kind of shove them aside.

resources that may be of help to you:

Making and Keeping New Year’s Resolutions

30 Day Challenges

Self Care Challenge

Listening to the Podcast is self-care!! Here are all the episodes. 🙂

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

And Land

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

episode 101 "And Land"

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

If you’ll allow me, I’d like to coach you a teeny bit today on your mindset — and how to very easily switch to a somewhat closed mindset to a Growth Mindset.

I’m going to ask you how often you stay “stuck” in “Either/Or Land”

instead of being in

“And Land.”

I wrote about this a few years ago — you can read the original article, here, if you’d like.

And today on the podcast I expand a bit after really thinking how remarkable and admirable Angela was last week with her living-and-thriving-with-MS story.

Ask yourself —

where are you holding yourself back?

are you waiting for something to HAPPEN before you start taking forward action steps?

Are you waiting for the New Year?
Are you waiting for the kids to be out of the house?
Retirement?

This is it. There aren’t any do-overs and while I love to say that if we’re lucky, life is long —

you really won’t get another today. That’s just a fact.

This doesn’t mean that you need to cram everything you want to do into TODAY but it does mean that you need to continuously take baby steps forward.

If you need help, reach out to me. This is what I do, and I’m really good at it.

I hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea

on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Angela's Story - living with Multiple Sclerosis

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

episode 102: Angela's Story of Living with Multiple Sclerosis

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

I have the extreme pleasure of introducing you to my friend, Angela.

I went to highschool with Angela, and we have children the same ages.

When she was in college and newly-engaged, Angela was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis.

While this news was quite understandably shocking and upsetting to hear — she didn’t allow it to fully define her.

It’s just a part of who she is.

Listen in as Angela shares how she processed her diagnosis and decided on purpose to not let it hold her back from doing what she wanted to in life.

Angela’s story is remarkable and admirable and I am so lucky to have her as a friend —

In this episode she also shares how you can help support her and her mission to help others who are diagnosed with MS and help find a cure.

I know we are a very generous bunch.

Listen to her story and if are inclined to do so, you may donate to her fundraising page.

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Janelle's Story - Sentimental Decluttering

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 101: Sentimental Decluttering: Janelle's Story

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

Janelle is a professional organizer who helps busy people achieve order, organization, and purpose in their spaces so they can focus on the things that make life rich and meaningful.

The first step when you get started on your Slow Living journey is to declutter all that isn’t working for you.

Sometimes, though, it’s not all that easy because the things we are faced with decluttering need to be done so in a thoughtful and caring way — not just tossed.

Learn more about Janelle on her website, A Meaningful Space.

You can find her online:

Instagram

Facebook

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

10: Planning out your Dream

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Life Coaching

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 100 - Life Coaching

Overview

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

In this episode I break down what coaching is and isn’t and who might benefit from working with a coach.

As many of you know, I first started my ayearofslowcooking.com website as a New Year’s Resolution.

I like goals.

I like knowing where I’m going and the steps I need to take to get there.

I started my website because I wanted to find a legitimate way to make money from home so I could be a stay-at-home mom.

I loved the lifestyle that I was able to create for myself. I wrote in the early mornings when my children were still asleep and had plenty of time during the day to volunteer in their classrooms and visit with my grandparents.

If you'd like self-coaching, check out the Peace Course at stephanieodea.com/peace

One on one coaching: stephanieodea.com/coaching

Other episodes that may be of help to you:

16: Matching Your Identity with Integrity

27: Creating Stability

37: Finding Your Purpose

60: 4 More Years

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Back to School Resolutions

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 99 - Back to School Resolutions

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

Let’s talk Back to School Resolutions today. I wrote an article about this a few years ago.

You can read it here.

Many people dub this time of year “the mom new year” — and that’s what we are talking about in this newest episode of the Slow Living podcast.

You are not behind.

But, if you aren’t where you WANT TO BE —

it’s time to get your ducks in a row and start taking daily action (baby steps count!) towards where you want to be in all of your personal and professional goals.

And this is a fantastic time to get started.

use the momentum and excitement of the new school year to propel you forward.

Take a listen — there is a ton of valuable advice packed in.

If you want to work together, you can coach with me at stephanieodea.com/coaching or if you'd like a free mindset call it's at stephanieodea.com/mindset

The free journaling worksheet is at stephanieodea.com/daily

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

#25 caring for the caregiver

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Becausing

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 98 - Becausing

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

How often do you find yourself “becausing” throughout your day?

Do you say things to yourself such as, “I’m going to eat this brownie because I went to the gym this morning?”

it’s okay that I yelled at my husband just now because he always forgets to put the peanut butter away?

I’m going to take a long lunch and meet up with an old friend because I got into work early today?

other episodes to check out:

#31 being triggered

#36 becoming resilient

#57 protecting your energy

#81 remember the womom

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

#16 Matching Identity & Integrity

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Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Faking It is Bad Advice

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 97 - Faking It

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

This week’s episode is Part 2 of a 2-part series on Ignoring Bad Advice.

I didn’t know when I recorded episode 96 that I’d get another example of “bad advice” the very next day on a coaching call —

but I did — and I wanted you all to have the same info that I gave my client.

The same way “feel the fear and do it anyway” is terrible advice because asks that you ignore your instincts and intuitions —

“fake it ’till you make it” is equally (if not more so!) bad advice because you may put others (inadvertently, perhaps) at risk.

What do I mean? Okay — so, if you are new at a job — you are new. You are not experienced yet, nor are you an expert.

And that is alright! But don’t pretend to be something you’re not —

that will always backfire because your brain and body aren’t connected and you will know that you are lying.

and lying feels bad.

Similar episodes that will help:

#37 How to Find Your Purpose

#88 Reprogramming Internal Dialogue

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

#26 Stop Delaying Happiness

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

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Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Feeling the Fear and Do It Anyway is Bad Advice

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 96 - Feeling the Fear

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

In this episode I break down the notion that when you are in the midst of an uncomfortable situation or life event you should

“feel the fear and do it anyway.”

Nope.

When you do that, you start to dismiss your intuition and internal dialogue.

And that’s not going to serve you in the long run.

Listen in as I explain how to move from the feeling of fear to ANOTHER feeling —

and then how to take action in a way that feels good in your brain & body.

Life isn’t fun sometimes.

Sometimes you have to do uncomfortable things.

This is how to do those things in a way that is empowering to you and how by doing so you’ll inch towards your personal and professional goals.

Similar episodes that will help:

#40 The Sunday Scaries

#41 Setting up a Morning Routine

#53 The Bare Minimum

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

#8 Dealing with Overwhelm in Uncertain Times

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

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Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Patience is a Virtue

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 95 - Patience is a Virtue

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

This week’s episode is all about PATIENCE —

and trusting, believing that even if you don’t see the evidence yet, that you are on the right track.

Remember, you only fail when you give up.

and I don’t want that for you.

Similar episodes that will help:

#11 How Woo are You?

#14 Motivation is a Choice

#26 Stop Delaying Happiness

#53 The Bare Minimum

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

#52 Power of Consistency

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Sustainable Consistency

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 94 - Sustainable Consistency

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

are you living in a sustainable way?

If today you got stuck in “Groundhog Day” — would what you’re doing be sustainable?

Can you keep Keeping On at the rate/pace you are right now?

This podcast episode really breaks down the components of the Peace Pyramid into bite-size chunks.

Where are you with:

time management

health

finances

organization

relationships

self-care and reflection

Is what you’re doing now sustainable?

Can you foresee yourself doing the same things in the next 3 to 5 years?

If not, this is the sign you were looking for to take a pause and do a factory reset.

Life is happening NOW.

You really deserve to live it to the absolute fullest and this episode will share easy tweaks you can implement today to help ensure you’re on the right path.

Similar episodes that will help:

#54 SMART Goals are Stupid

#56 Waiting to be Saved

#60 Four More Years

#72 Deciphering Data

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

#77 Sustainable Habits — Lisa’s Story

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Celebrating Your Wins

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 93 - Celebrating Your Wins

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

If you've ever heard the phrase "the joy is in the journey" then today's episode is for you.

Stop putting off celebrating.

This is it. You will never ever get another today. CELEBRATE that!

Similar episodes that will help with this mindset shift:

#67 The Messy Middle

#80 Don’t Reinvent the Wheel

#81 Remember the WoMom

#83 Overcoming Decision Fatigue

#84 Mindset/Action/Consistency

xoxo please take care of yourself.

steph

want to hop on a free mindset upgrade coaching call? Here is more info:

stephanieodea.com/mindset

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

#9 How to Get What you want When You Want It

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Self-Sabotage

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 92 - Self-Sabotage

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

Today I want to discuss self-sabotage —

what it is, and whether or not you think on some level you may be holding yourself back from moving forward with your personal and professional goals.

Self-sabotage sometimes looks like this —

you have an idea. A GREAT idea. So you start making plans to put this idea into motion.

You tell yourself “this is it. No matter what, I am going to do this thing and not give up and this is going to change my life.”

But then real life happens.

and obstacles come up that get in the way of what you planned to do, in the way you planned to do it.

So you lose momentum.

and then you give up.

And then, if you are a like a lot of people, you begin to beat yourself up in your head and this causes you to no longer want to go for GREAT ideas.

Similar episodes that will help with this mindset shift:

#14 Motivation is a Choice

#27 Creating Stability

#28 Mindset is Everything

#56 Waiting to Be Saved

#84 Mindset/Action/Consistency

#88 Shifting Internal Dialogue

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Time Blocking

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 91 - Time Blocking

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

In this newest episode I talk about Time Blocking and how I’ve always sort of followed a 5 to 9 schedule instead of a 9 to 5.

It works for me, and for many of the women I’ve worked with throughout the years.

that said, the only system that will work is one that you have adapted to YOU and YOUR life situation and phase.

You can download a time blocking worksheet along with the daily journaling worksheet at stephanieodea.com/daily

I hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea

on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Adrenal Fatigue

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 90 - Adrenal Fatigue

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

I’ve had personal experience with symptoms of Adrenal Fatigue and many of the women I’ve worked with have, too.

it stinks.

According to a super quick google search, the symptoms are:

— fatigue

— poor stress response & mood regulation

— memory issues or “brain fog”

— cravings for sweet foods and need for sugar

— insomnia

— frequent urination

— belly fat

— decreased libido

These also are pretty much ALL of the symptoms of a hormonal imbalance such as what happens during perimenopause.

Because of this, many medical professionals are hesitant to call adrenal fatigue a “real” issue.

SO.

Since I am most certainly NOT a medical professional please listen to this podcast with an open mind, do your own research, and do not take any of this as a substitute for reaching out to your own doctor.

I hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea

on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

https://memo.fm/slowliving/

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

If It Looks Like a Cult

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 89 - If It Looks Like a Cult

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

I’m not sure about you — but I try to impart “life lessons” on the kids each time they leave the house —

I say things like:

drink a lot of water

wear sunscreen

take a sweater

don’t do drugs

stay away from creepy people

and…

don’t join a cult!

In this newest episode of the Slow Living Podcast I share how I had an early fascination with cults starting with the Waco, Texas compound of Branch Davidians led by David Koresh.

I remember watching Live TV (remember live tv??) — and seeing the federal agents surround the compound and then the fire set intentionally by the people inside and just felt flabbergasted —

how could such a thing happen?

how could people choose on purpose to follow a leader to their demise?

if you’d like to share your own story — shoot me an email and we can arrange an interview for the podcast, or you can leave a voicemail, here:

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

https://memo.fm/slowliving/

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Internal Dialogue

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 88 - Internal Dialogue

see all podcast episodes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

Today’s podcast episode is about how to reprogram your brain.

It’s kind of a neat topic, and one I’ve explored for over 25 years or so now.

Listen as I share all of the tools I’ve got sharpened, and ready to use in my toolbox to help shift the thoughts and internal brain chatter that crops up from time to time that doesn’t help me move forward.

Slow Living isn’t about not doing anything.

I want you to move towards your longterm personal and professional goals — it’s no fun to feel like you’re stuck on a hamster wheel.

But I want you to get there in a steady, methodical, and sustainable way.

If you have any questions, let me know — I’m happy to help.

if you’d like to share your own Slow Living story — shoot me an email and we can arrange an interview for the podcast, or you can leave a voicemail, here:

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Control - Worthiness

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 87 - Control - Worthiness

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

I still, to this day, struggle with feelings of unworthiness.

I still, to this day, feel like I haven’t done enough, my ideas aren’t fresh enough, and that my clothes aren’t correct for whatever the situation at hand may be.

Sometimes.

and it’s getting less and less often as the years go on.

If you feel that this is something you need to poke at within yourself, I encourage you to do so.

The only way to get to the other side is to go through the uncomfortableness — even if it feels like an episode of Dora the Explorer and you have to crawl through the mucky swamp and climb the tallest mountain and tiptoe through the field of itchy thorns.

Join Simple Shortcuts to Peace at stephanieodea.com/peace

Learn more about coaching at stephanieodea.com/coaching

I hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea

on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Work - Life Balance

Mon, 29 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 86 - Work - Life Balance

see all podcast episodes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

Work / Life balance.

Because working all the time isn’t fun.

and laying around doing nothing gets old and boring pretty darn quick.

there needs to be some sort of balance. When I was younger I thought that work/life balance meant that I needed to do a bit of EVERY BITTY THING each and every day, no matter what.

Nope.

That’s a recipe for burnout.

instead, I teach you to listen to your body and honor her — and do the things that feed and nurture your soul.

While STILL crossing those pesty To-Dos off your list.

download the daily journaling worksheet at stephanieodea.com/daily

I hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea

on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Mommy Blogging

Mon, 22 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 85 - Mommy Blogging

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

Today’s podcast episode wasn’t planned.

I didn’t think I was going to record the morning that I did — but felt compelled to do so.

I got up early in the morning to do my thing, but read a headline that a blogger I once knew and followed a million years ago (15 years ago, but who’s counting…)

had died.

and it shook me.

So I began recording.

Listen in as I share my thoughts, process my feelings in real-time, and share my key take-aways on the way writing online has shifted and morphed throughout the years and why it’s still something that I do, and am proud of.

Heather Armstrong, the blogger I’m discussing, took her own life.

I do not go into detail, but if you can already tell that this isn’t something you want to know anything about —

don’t listen.

Within this episode I write about how I got started blogging, how deciding on purpose to start a website and stick to it (with my rudimentary business plan!) changed the trajectory of my life forever and how proud I am of the boundaries I put in place from the very beginning.

I read an excerpt from The Mommy Blogger Next Door: AKA How I Became the CrockPot Lady and also share a few other episodes that may be of interest.

episode 16: matching your identity with integrity

episode 33: dealing with childhood trauma

episode 34: interview with Sandy Cooper

episode 44: ignoring influencers

episode 58: sober curious

episode 79: imperfect parenting

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Mindset - Action - Consistency

Mon, 15 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 84 - Mindset - Action - Consistency

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

I’ve got an exercise for you to do today while you listen to the current podcast episode.

In the newest Slow Living podcast episode I share how I just popped off the phone with a former coaching client before recording.

She seemed floundery.

And I wanted to remind her how AWESOME she is and how she had SO MANY TOOLS in her arsenal — she just needed to go back, pick one, and start back up again.

Learn more about one-on-one coaching at stephanieodea.com/coaching

As I explained to her — and then again in the podcast episode for all of you —

You can’t “action” your way out of a mindset or a consistency problem.

But many (many!!!!) times we want to. It’s easier to find a new SOMETHING then it is to stay consistent with the current path because our brains want something shiny and glittery.

Listen in as I share really good solid tips & trick you can do TODAY to start sticking to your master plan on an ongoing basis.

the only way to meet your personal & professional goals is to keep working, each and every day, one teeny tiny baby step at a time.

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Decision Fatigue

Mon, 08 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 83 - Decision Fatigue

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

If you are tired, you are not alone.

Studies have proven that on average, the adult female makes roughly 35,000 micro-decisions a day.

When you throw in spouses, children, pets, and being “in charge” —

that number multiplies.

Decision Fatigue is a real thing.

I promise there are ways to lessen this mental load and create tried & true systems that WORK.

#pinkiepromise

Take a listen. I think you’ll really be surprised at how you can quickly and efficiently put some new things to work for you and your family right away.

Join Simple Shortcuts to Peace at stephanieodea.com/peace

Learn more about working with Steph one-on-one at stephanieodea.com/coaching

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

How to Meditate

Mon, 01 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 82 - How to Meditate

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

Today we are going to talk about meditating and how in order to be highly productive, you need to learn how to slow your brain down and the best way to do so is to sit and meditate.

I know.

I may have lost you just now —

YES. The secret sauce to being “productive” is meditation.

who would’ve thought??

Listen in as I explain and walk you through my * own * meditation and yoga process — but the best way to meditate is the way that feels best FOR YOU.

I wanted to record this because I think sometimes people have a certain image in mind when they think of meditating and that it needs to look a certain way.

It does not.

it is exactly what works and feels the best for you —

–> that said, I have some tips & tricks up my (robe!) sleeve and want to make sure you know how to do this and these exercises whenever and wherever.

Download the guided daily journaling worksheet at stephanieodea.com/daily

I hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea

on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Remember the WoMom

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 81 - Remember the WoMom

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

Today’s podcast episode is about the “WoMom” —

which is the woman behind the mom.

WHO ARE YOU deep down inside?

What makes you tick, what lights you up, and what keeps you excited and motivated?

do you know?

If you don’t remember, you are not alone.

Becoming the parent to a teeny tiny baby human is all-encompassing and completely changes who you are.

Forever.

But it’s not your whole entire entity.

You still need to do things that are JUST FOR YOU.

because if you don’t, you will crack.

it’s inevitable.

So for today — do something for yourself, and yourself only.

Coaching can be very helpful when it comes to doing something for you and you only. You can learn more at stephanieodea.com/coaching or consider enrolling in the Peace Course at stephanieodea.com/peace

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Don't Reinvent the Wheel

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 80 - Don't Reinvent the Wheel

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

Let’s talk about making things more complicated than they need to be.

Do you do that?

Probably. Most of us do.

Today, I’m urging you to take a listen to the newest episode of the Slow Living podcast —

because life doesn’t have to be as hard as you’re making it out to be.

Maybe you over-complicate things because you want to be better than your coworker.

or more sophisticated than your neighbor.

or maybe your personal situation and health issue is keeping you stuck and you are certain no one has ever moved through this obstacle before.

Listen in as I share how to look for people who have been there, done that —

I hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea

on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Merideth's Story -- Imperfect Parenting

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 79 - Merideth's Story -- Imperfect Parenting

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

Today’s podcast episode wraps up our multiple-part series of interviews with REAL PEOPLE sharing their own Slow Down stories.

Meredith is an author and blogger and writes the Perfection Pending website.

In this episode we each talk about our thoughts on “toxic positivity” and parenting in a way that feels real, authentic, and in a way that helps create self-sufficient future adults.

We also talk about “reaching for a better feeling thought” and again the Kimochi chart for feelings was plugged.

If you have an issue with yelling or anxious lash-outs I think you’ll really enjoy our chat. 🙂

Meredith has a new book out called The Mother Load: Surviving the Daily Grind Without Losing Your Ever-Loving Mind.

You can purchase it from Amazon, here.

I hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea

on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Megan's Story -- Slow Productivity

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 78 - Megan's Story -- Slow Productivity

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

Let’s talk GETTING THINGS DONE today. I am so honored to share an amazing interview with Megan Sumrell from the Work & Life Harmony podcast and the owner of the The Pink Bee website and planner company —

Megan is a productivity and organization expert — and in this episode we talk about getting things done without sacrificing your health, sanity, or well-being.

Megan and I chat candidly about what self-care looks like in REAL LIFE — spoiler alert: it’s not basic hygiene! 😉

we talk about getting up to your breaking point — and if you don’t actively take the time to SLOW down, your body will choose it for you.

So think about this today as you are going throughout your day helping and serving others —

what do you do for YOU and only you?

I hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea

on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Lisa’s Story -- Sustainable Habits

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 77 - Lisa’s Story -- Sustainable Habits

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

In this episode Steph interviews Lisa Lizotte of the Habits and Home website and podcast show.

Because the thing is — when you have habits in place — you no longer need to think about them. They just happen automatically.

In our house, we do the Daily 7.

In Lisa’s house, she does the Daily Reset (sign up for her newsletter and get the reset checklist sent right away)

There’s no more thinking — just actioning.

and not in a frantic or hustley way. We are only interested in doing things that feel good and are simple and sustainable.

In this interview Lisa shares how she needed to clean out her parents’ home when they passed away suddently and how that experience led her to want to become more minimal.

In fact, she went so far as to sell their 2000 sq foot home and move into an RV with her three kids!

She is the first to admit that this is extreme. Listen in as she shares what you can do RIGHT NOW to start living a simpler, sustainable life — one habit at a time.

I hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea

on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Emily's Story -- Escaping a MLM

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 76 - Emily's Story -- Escaping a MLM

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

Emily Lynn Paulson is the author of “Hey Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing“ — and she joined me for a very candid interview on how she got sucked into the online MLM world and then how she got out of it.

This was such a great conversation, and I immensely appreciate Emily’s honesty and candor — she likens the MLM world to being in a cult — and while that term seems rather harsh, she shares a ton of research and testimonials that back up this claim.

The fact is, adulting and motherhood is terribly isolating. While I was a bit incredulous (at first) that a well-educated woman with a great family and upbringing could “fall” for a “scam” —It happens every day. Many, many, many times a day.

Slick marketing preys on vulnerability — it’s happened to me, and I’m certain it’s probably happened to you.

I hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea

on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Waves on the Potomoc is now available —

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Ruth's Slow Living Story - writing a novel during the pandemic

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 75 - Ruth's Slow Living Story

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

We are welcomed on the podcast today by Ruth Bush, who shares that she used the Slow Down of the pandemic to write her first novel.

and Ruth‘s author website is here.

Ruth‘s story is one that we can ALL relate to —

when she was in college, a palm reader told her that she had a novel inside of her —

And Ruth agreed.

But then life happened.

Fast forward more than twenty years, and the lockdown months of the pandemic urged Ruth to finally start writing the story that had been percolating in her brain on and off for so many years.

I think we all have this urge, this inkling to DO what we’ve been putting off —

and it’s so terribly easy to keep shelving this urge and this inkling.

Listen as Ruth shares how she decided to just “go for it” and how she structured her day to find time to write —

If you’ve been looking for a sign to get started on whatever YOUR “something” is —

this is it.

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Denise's Story - Balancing Motherhood with Work

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 74 - Denise's Story

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I am so thrilled to share with you the newest episode of the Slow Living podcast, where Denise shares her story.

Denise currently lives in Germany, and in this episode she shares how she got her PHD and became Head of Global Industry Management for a large company while raising four children.

In this episode, she shares how she was able to “do it all” while having small children in the home and how she learned what things are priorities and what are not.

She shares her “messy kitchen” approach, and how to compartmentalize working hours with at-home hours.

This is a fantastic listen and although we were on the other side of the world in different time zones, speak different languages, and have vastly different educational backgrounds we have a ton in common.

Focus on that as you go about your day(s) —

the similarities.

the familiarities.

it’s easy to spot the differences — look for the sameness.

and remember that it is never too late to keep heading towards your dreams — however far away they may look to you.

You are not too old, and it is not too late.

I hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea

on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Christy's Slow Living Story - Keep Calm and Mother On

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 73 - Christy's Slow Living Story

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This is a wonderful interview with my friend Christy Thomas from the Keep Calm and Mother On podcast.

Christy is a renowned podcaster, mom, and all-around amazing human, and I’m absolutely thrilled to have her joining us today on the Slow Living podcast.

Christy is a big fan of meditation and breath work and uses it daily to help center herself and her children.

She shares practical advice for getting started with meditation — even if you’ve never done it before or think it’s not something that would benefit you.

Listen in as she shares her own Slow Living story and how she incorporates slowing down throughout her day — even though she absolutely is a productive person who accomplishes an awful lot!

I hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea

on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Deciphering Data

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 72 - Deciphering Data

see all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

If you’ve been a longtime listener of the Slow Living podcast you will have heard me say many many (many!) times that you are not a spreadsheet.

and you aren’t.

BUT — that doesn’t mean I want you to not collect or pay attention to data.

When you are trying to better yourself or your life situation in some way, you do have to keep track and pay attention to what’s happening. It’s not going to be helpful to never step on a scale if you are trying to lose a bit of weight and it won’t be advantageous if you never look at your bank statement if you are trying to improve your financial situation.

Collect the data.

But try to separate your feelings from the data.

Data is just data. It doesn’t mean that you are good or bad or smart or stupid.

It’s inanimate information.

You need to work to keep your thoughts and feeling and emotions separate from the data — and that’s what this episode is all about.

I hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea

on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Self-Loathing

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea

Episode 71 - Self-Loathing

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What do you love about yourself, really LOVE about yourself?

If you aren’t able to make a list quite yet, that’s okay — you are not alone.

Listen in as I share how to start pivoting thoughts of self–loathing carefully and thoughtfully into thoughts of self-love.

I don’t want you to treat this as a pendulum.

Being fully and deeply in love with yourself may take some time — but you will be happier and more at peace and love your day-to-day life if you can learn how to drown out the negative self-talk with words of love and affirmation.

if you need help in this area, lmk. I’m here for you. stephanieodea.com/coaching

I hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea

on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.

Overview

I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.

I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.

I know because I’m a mom too.

Show Links

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace

Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/

Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/

Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast

Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Stephanie's Story

Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.

I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.

Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.

So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.

I am here to support you.

Ship It Studios

Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowliving

Podcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-network

Description: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.

Sniffing Out Scams: How to Spot Online Hype and Avoid Bad Purchases

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Sniffing Out Scams: How to Spot Online Hype and Avoid Bad Purchases

Before you click "buy," take a minute to sniff out the red flags.

The internet is full of hype, big promises, glowing testimonials, and online schemes designed to get you to spend money on things you may not actually want or need.

Stephanie knows this firsthand. She's fallen for scams and disappointing purchases in the past, and she knows how awful it feels to realize afterward that you've been duped.

In this episode, she talks about some of the warning signs to watch for when you're considering an online purchase—and how to slow down and fact-check as best you can before handing over your money.

Because sometimes the smartest thing you can do is not buy anything right away.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How internet hype can influence you to buy things you don't really need
Red flags that may signal an online scam or questionable offer
Why testimonials and big promises deserve a closer look
How slowing down can help you make better purchasing decisions
Simple ways to fact-check an offer before spending your money
What Stephanie has learned from her own experience with scams and disappointing purchases

A Slow Living Money Reminder

You don't have to make a decision just because someone wants you to make one right now.

If an offer feels urgent, exciting, too good to be true, or designed to make you afraid you'll miss out, pause.

Take a breath.

Do some research.

And remember: you can always decide to buy it later.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog/

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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Have a question you'd like Stephanie to cover, or a Slow Living Story of your own you'd like to share? Leave a voicemail.

Should There Be Suffering? Why You Don't Need Pain to Earn Happiness

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Should There Be Suffering? Why You Don't Need Pain to Earn Happiness

Do you really need to suffer through something to deserve the good that comes afterward?

Do you believe in the old adage, "No pain, no gain?"

Stephanie doesn't.

Part of being human is experiencing highs and lows. Difficult things happen. Disappointment happens. Grief happens. Life has ditches, gullies, and cliffs right alongside the sunshine, roses, puppy dogs, and sparkles.

But that doesn't mean suffering is required to make the good parts of life more valuable.

In this episode, Stephanie explores the idea that you don't have to struggle unnecessarily in order to appreciate happiness, success, peace, or joy. Lows happen. Highs happen. And neither one has to justify the other.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why Stephanie doesn't believe suffering is necessary for happiness
The difference between accepting life's inevitable difficulties and seeking out unnecessary struggle
Why "no pain, no gain" isn't the only way to think about growth
How you can appreciate the good things in your life without believing you had to suffer to earn them
Why difficult seasons don't have to define your entire experience of life
How Slow Living can make room for both the highs and lows of being human

A Slow Living Reminder

You don't have to make your life harder in order to make it more meaningful.

Lows happen.

Highs happen.

You don't have to manufacture the lows to make the highs better.

Sometimes life is hard. Sometimes life is wonderful. And sometimes it's a little bit of both.

😉

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog/

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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Have a question you'd like Stephanie to cover, or a Slow Living Story of your own you'd like to share? Leave a voicemail.

Believing in Miracles: Why It's Okay to Dream Without Knowing How

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Believing in Miracles: Why It's Okay to Dream Without Knowing How

What if you gave yourself permission to dream about things you can't yet explain?

As life goes on, the idea of believing in miracles can sometimes get pushed aside as fanciful thinking. We're taught to be practical, realistic, and sensible—and those things have their place.

But Stephanie believes there's also value in letting yourself imagine.

You don't have to know all the HOWS.

You don't have to sit around daydreaming all day or expect everything you want to magically appear. You can take action, live in the here and now, and still leave room for possibilities you can't yet see.

In this episode, Stephanie encourages you to suspend your disbelief for a while. Make a list of the things you'd love to do, experience, create, or see happen—and temporarily put your inner skeptic on the shelf.

Because sometimes the first step toward a different life is simply allowing yourself to imagine that it's possible.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why it's okay to dream about things that currently seem unrealistic
How to make room for possibility without abandoning real-world action
Why you don't need to know exactly HOW something will happen
How your inner skeptic can sometimes limit what you're willing to imagine
Why enjoying the present moment and dreaming about the future can coexist
How play, curiosity, and imagination can help you think differently about your life

A Slow Living Reminder

You are allowed to dream.

Make a list of the things you'd love to do. Think bigger than your current circumstances. Write down the wild ideas.

You don't have to figure out the logistics today.

Suspend your disbelief for a little while.

Have fun. Play. Believe.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog/

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

Find all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

Have a question you'd like Stephanie to cover, or a Slow Living Story of your own you'd like to share? Leave a voicemail.

The Messy Middle: How to Trust Yourself When You Can't See Your Progress

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0400

The Messy Middle: How to Trust Yourself When You Can't See Your Progress

Sometimes the most important growth is happening when it looks like nothing is happening at all.

In this episode, Stephanie shares what she did during a six-week sabbatical—and how, even though it didn't look like she was making much forward progress, she really was.

The messy middle is that uncomfortable stretch between where you started and where you want to go. You're putting in effort, but you can't necessarily see the results yet. You may even wonder whether you're moving forward at all.

Stephanie talks about learning to pay attention to the signs that growth is happening underneath the surface and trusting yourself enough to keep going.

You are in charge of your life. You can make a huge dent in your goals even when you're not feeling particularly motivated, productive, or inspired.

Sometimes slowing down is exactly what allows the next chapter to take shape.

In this episode, you'll learn:

What the "messy middle" is and why it can feel so frustrating
How progress can be happening even when you can't see immediate results
Why slowing down doesn't necessarily mean you're standing still
How to recognize signs of growth that are happening beneath the surface
Why you can trust yourself to keep moving forward
How to continue working toward your goals even when you aren't "feeling it"

A Slow Living Reminder

Not all progress is visible.

There will be seasons when you're taking action and seeing obvious results—and seasons when something is changing quietly underneath the surface.

You don't have to force the process or have proof that everything is working before you continue.

Sometimes you simply need to trust yourself, take the next step, and give things time to unfold.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog/

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

Find all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

Have a question you'd like Stephanie to cover, or a Slow Living Story of your own you'd like to share? Leave a voicemail.

Know Your Number: How to Calculate Your FIRE Number for Financial Independence

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Know Your Number: How to Calculate Your FIRE Number for Financial Independence

You don't have to love math to figure out how much money you actually need to reach financial independence.

Today we're doing some Mathing—even if Math isn't your strong suit.

It most certainly isn't mine. I was an English major and married Adam so I could put math away for good.

Or so I thought.

In this encore episode, Stephanie talks about the FIRE movement—Financial Independence, Retire Early—and the importance of figuring out your own financial independence number.

Because if you don't know what you're working toward, it's easy to spend your life on a perpetual hamster wheel, earning and saving without ever defining what "enough" actually looks like.

Knowing your number can give you a target to work toward and help you think more intentionally about your money, your future, and the kind of life you want to live.

Stephanie also talks about one of the greatest gifts she believes parents can give their children: learning how to take care of themselves financially so their children don't have to worry about supporting them later in life.

In this episode, you'll learn:

What the FIRE movement means and how financial independence fits into Slow Living
Why it's important to know your financial independence number
How having a target can help you make more intentional financial decisions
Why earning and saving without knowing what you're working toward can keep you on the hamster wheel
How thinking about retirement can also mean thinking about the life you want to live now
Why teaching children to manage money and take care of themselves can be a meaningful long-term gift

A Slow Living Money Reminder

The goal isn't simply to accumulate more and more money.

It's to understand what you need, decide what "enough" means for you, and create a financial plan that supports the life you actually want.

Financial independence can mean different things to different people. The important part is knowing what you're working toward.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog/

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

Find all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

Have a question you'd like Stephanie to cover, or a Slow Living Story of your own you'd like to share? Leave a voicemail.

Motivation Is a Choice: How to Keep Going When You Don't Feel Like It

Mon, 02 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Motivation Is a Choice: How to Keep Going When You Don't Feel Like It

You don't have to feel motivated to keep moving toward the life you want.

Real life isn't always sunshine, roses, puppy dogs, and sparkles. There are highs and lows—and sometimes ditches, gullies, and cliffs.

In this encore episode, Stephanie talks about making things happen even when you don't feel like it. Because the truth is, you're probably not going to feel motivated all the time. And that's normal. There's nothing wrong with you.

The question becomes: How do you keep moving forward on your goals and dreams when your motivation isn't there?

Slow Living isn't about waiting until everything feels easy. It's about learning how to take the next step—even when you're tired, discouraged, distracted, or simply not in the mood.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why motivation isn't something you have to wait around for
How to keep moving toward your goals when you don't feel like it
Why losing motivation is a normal part of real life
How small actions can help you continue moving forward
Why you don't need to have a perfect day—or feel perfect—to make progress
How Slow Living can include both rest and taking action

A Slow Living Reminder

You are not going to feel motivated all the time.

That's okay.

You can acknowledge how you're feeling, take a breath, and decide what the next small step looks like.

You don't have to overhaul your entire life today. Just keep moving.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Download the New Year New You worksheets

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog/

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

Find all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

Have a question you'd like Stephanie to cover, or a Slow Living Story of your own you'd like to share? Leave a voicemail.

New Year's Resolutions: Why They Can Work When You Make Them Your Own

Mon, 26 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0400

New Year's Resolutions: Why They Can Work When You Make Them Your Own

If you've decided that New Year's resolutions don't work, Stephanie would like you to reconsider.

This encore episode is a celebration of New Year's resolutions—and a reminder that you don't have to abandon the idea of setting goals simply because you've had resolutions that didn't stick in the past.

Stephanie is a huge proponent of making and keeping resolutions. She has spent more than 20 years crafting, creating, tweaking, and modifying her goals and resolutions as her life has changed.

The key isn't making a perfect list on January 1 and then expecting yourself to follow it forever. It's taking the time to think about the life you actually want, deciding what matters, and being willing to adjust your plans along the way.

If you've been waiting for a nudge to make a change, this might be it.

Dream big. Make a plan. Tweak it when necessary. Keep going.

And yes—you can listen while you dust, mop, vacuum, clean out the linen closet, or walk laps around the neighborhood. 😉

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why Stephanie believes New Year's resolutions can work
How to create resolutions that reflect the life you actually want
Why your goals can change as your life changes
How tweaking and modifying your plans can help you keep moving forward
Why you don't need to have everything figured out before you begin
How to turn a resolution into an ongoing practice rather than a one-day promise

New Year, New You

Ready to do some thinking and planning?

Use them to slow down, get clear about what you want, and begin creating a plan for the life you're dreaming about.

A Slow Living Reminder

You don't have to reinvent your entire life in January.

You can decide what you want, take the next small step, and keep tweaking your plan as you learn more about yourself and your life.

You've got this. You really, really do.

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How to Get What You Want When You Want It: Place Your Order and Let It Be in Transit

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0400

How to Get What You Want When You Want It: Place Your Order and Let It Be in Transit

Dream big. Place your order. Then go live your life while it's on the way.

This encore episode invites you to think about getting what you want out of life the same way you might think about placing an online order.

First, you have to decide what you want.

Place your order. DREAM. DREAM BIG.

Then? You don't sit at the front door refreshing the tracking page every five minutes. You go about your life.

Slow down. Unplug. Go within. Decide on purpose what matters to you and what doesn't. Pay attention to the things you can actually do today to change the direction of your life.

Stephanie encourages you to take small, helpful actions every day while letting go of the frantic need to know exactly when everything will arrive.

Use the daily journaling worksheets. Listen to things that lift you up. Decide that you are in charge of the choices you make today and that you can take meaningful steps toward a better life.

And then trust.

Your order is in transit.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to get clear about what you actually want from life
Why dreaming big can be part of a Slow Living practice
How daily habits and small actions can move you toward your goals
Why you don't have to obsess over when or how everything will happen
How unplugging and going within can help you make more intentional choices
Why taking responsibility for your daily choices can change your direction over time

Try This

Think about something you genuinely want in your life.

Place your order.

Write it down. Get specific. Dream bigger than you normally would.

Then ask yourself:

What can I do today?

Take that step—and then go live your life.

You don't have to spend the rest of the day staring at the tracking information.

A Slow Living Reminder

You can want more for your life without rushing to make it happen.

Dream. Take the next small step. Then let yourself live in the meantime.

Your order is in transit.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

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Taking Stock of the Here and Now: How to Get Unstuck and Make a Plan

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Taking Stock of the Here and Now: How to Get Unstuck and Make a Plan

Sometimes the most useful thing you can do is stop, take stock of where you are, and get honest about where you want to go next.

This encore episode is about slowing down long enough to pay attention to your actual life—not the life you think you should be living or the life you're hoping will magically appear someday.

Stephanie recorded this episode during a season when she intentionally decided to unplug and spend more time with her family. She also reflects on her experience coaching clients and seeing how much can change when people simply take the time to journal, make a plan, and follow through.

It may not sound particularly revolutionary. There isn't a magic trick or a giant life overhaul hiding inside the episode. Instead, Stephanie encourages you to do the work of honestly looking at where you are now and deciding what you want to change.

If you're not where you want to be, you have an opportunity to do something different.

Slow Living doesn't mean waiting for the perfect circumstances. It means slowing down enough to notice what's working, what's not, and what your next small step could be.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why taking stock of your current life can be more useful than constantly looking ahead
How journaling can help you clarify what you want
Why making a plan matters more than waiting for something magical to happen
How small, consistent actions can create meaningful change
Why you don't need to have everything figured out before you begin
How to slow down and honestly assess where you are right now

Try This

Take a few minutes to ask yourself:

Where am I right now?

Where do I want to go?

What isn't working?

What is one small thing I can do differently?

Then, as Stephanie would say: do the work.

A Slow Living Reminder

You don't have to wait for something magical to change your life. Sometimes the magic is simply slowing down, getting honest with yourself, and making a plan.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

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Slowing Down for the Holidays: How to Avoid Holiday Overwhelm

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Slowing Down for the Holidays: How to Avoid Holiday Overwhelm

The holidays are supposed to be joyful—but trying to make everything memorable, perfect, and photo-worthy can leave you exhausted and overwhelmed.

In this episode, Stephanie shares a very personal reminder about what can happen when you try to do too much for too many people and neglect your own needs in the process.

A week after Thanksgiving, Stephanie found herself unable to move after her back went out. She knew she had been going too fast. Her usual routines—getting enough sleep, waking before everyone else, meditating, and journaling—help her feel calm and centered. But a hectic week at work, sick teachers, finding substitute coverage, soccer, and a complicated family schedule threw everything off.

Instead of slowing down, she kept going.

This episode is an invitation to notice when you're doing the same thing. The holidays can bring extra commitments, travel, shopping, entertaining, family obligations, and pressure to make everything perfect. But you don't have to do everything, and you don't have to neglect yourself to create a meaningful holiday season.

Slow down before you reach the point of exhaustion. Pay attention to your routines, your energy, your boundaries, and what you actually want this season to feel like.

In other words: do better than Stephanie did. 😉

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why the holidays can make even grounded people feel overwhelmed
How trying to make everything perfect can cause you to take on too much
Why your everyday routines matter when life gets hectic
How to recognize when you're moving too fast
Why taking care of yourself needs to remain part of the holiday plan
How to create a slower, calmer holiday season without doing everything

A Slow Living Reminder

You don't have to do everything for everyone to create a meaningful holiday.

Sometimes the most important thing you can do is notice that you're going too fast—and slow down before you have to.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

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4 More Years: Is the Life You're Living Sustainable?

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0400

4 More Years: Is the Life You're Living Sustainable?

If nothing changed, would you be happy living your current life for another four years?

This episode is an invitation to slow down and take an honest look at where you are right now—and where you're headed.

When Stephanie recorded this episode, she was four years away from turning 50. That milestone prompted a simple but surprisingly powerful question: Can I keep doing what I'm doing now for another four years?

Not just whether it's possible—but whether it's sustainable.

Would you still feel happy and satisfied? Would you feel burned out, overworked, or taken for granted? Is the path you're on actually leading toward the life you want?

Stephanie invites you to ask the same questions about your own life, including your health, finances, relationships, work, and everyday routines. If you continued along your current path, would things look—and feel—okay four years from now?

If the answer is no, that's useful information. You don't need to overhaul your entire life overnight. Slow Living is about paying attention, getting honest about what isn't working, and making small changes while you still have time to change direction.

Take your time with these questions. Let them sit with you as you move through your day, your week, or the end of the month.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to use a four-year horizon to evaluate your current life
Why sustainability matters just as much as achievement
Questions to ask about your health, finances, relationships, and work
How to recognize when your current path may need to change
Why you don't need to make every change all at once
How slowing down can give you space to think about what you really want

A Slow Living Question

If nothing changed, would you be happy with your life four years from now?

If the answer is no, don't panic. Get curious.

What needs to change? What small adjustment could you make now that would make your future life feel more sustainable?

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

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Codependency: When a Label Doesn't Tell the Whole Story

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Codependency: When a Label Doesn't Tell the Whole Story

What if a label that seems to explain you doesn't actually tell the whole story?

In this episode, Stephanie responds to a question from Beth, a former coaching client who recently came to the conclusion that she was codependent and wanted to know Stephanie's thoughts.

Stephanie admits that the declaration surprised her. She didn't think of Beth that way—which opens up a bigger conversation about labels, identity, and the tendency to hear a diagnosis or description and immediately see ourselves in it.

Sometimes a label can be useful. But sometimes we can place ourselves inside a box that doesn't fully fit. The same idea applies beyond codependency: our relationship history, childhood, education, career, habits, and even the person we were a few months ago don't have to define who we are today.

Slow Living is partly about creating enough space to notice what is actually true for you right now. You get to be curious about your thoughts, question the stories you've attached to yourself, and decide what you want to carry forward.

And that's one of the beautiful things about being human: you are allowed to change.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why labels can sometimes feel like they explain everything about us
How to think about codependency without automatically making it your identity
Why your past does not have to define who you are today
How to question the stories and labels you've adopted about yourself
Why slowing down and getting curious can create room for change
How to focus on who you are right now, rather than who you used to be

A Slow Living Reminder

Who you were a few months ago does not define who you are today.

You don't have to fit yourself neatly into a container. Give yourself permission to be curious, to change, and to decide what your experiences mean to you now.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

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Sober Curious: Exploring Your Relationship With Alcohol

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Sober Curious: Exploring Your Relationship With Alcohol

You don't need a label to get curious about whether something is actually working for you.

What role does alcohol play in your life?

Is there a place for it? Is it taking up more room than you'd like? And what happens when you simply get curious about your habits without immediately labeling yourself?

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea explores the idea of being sober curious and paying attention to the role alcohol plays in your life.

The same curiosity can be applied to other things, too—food, social media, activities, commitments, and anything else that may be taking up time and energy without actively helping you create the life you want.

Stephanie encourages you to take off the labels, keep an open mind, and explore.

Step 1 in Slow Living is to declutter what isn't working. Sometimes that means looking honestly at the habits and behaviors that have become part of everyday life and asking whether they still belong there.

Stephanie also explains the difference between Start Goals and Stop Goals, and how you can turn them into simple daily habits.

In this episode, you'll learn:

What "sober curious" means and why curiosity can be useful
How to examine your relationship with alcohol without immediately applying a label
Why paying attention to your habits doesn't automatically mean something is wrong with you
How decluttering can apply to habits, behaviors, and everyday choices—not just physical stuff
The difference between Start Goals and Stop Goals
How to make small daily changes that support the life you actually want

You don't have to decide everything today. Start by getting curious about what's helping you—and what's not.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

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Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

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Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

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Protecting Your Energy: How to Stop Putting Everyone Else First

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Protecting Your Energy: How to Stop Putting Everyone Else First

You can't take care of everyone else if you've completely emptied yourself out.

We've all heard some version of The world does not revolve around you.

But what if, within your own household and your own life, you actually need to recognize that you are the center?

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea talks about the mindset shift that happens when you decide you are in charge of your own life—and that taking care of yourself is part of that responsibility.

This isn't about martyrdom or believing that nobody else can do things as well as you can.

Quite the opposite.

When you're in charge, you can delegate.

Stephanie encourages you to recognize your own wants and needs as important, protect your energy, and stop automatically putting yourself at the very bottom of the list.

You are valuable. You are irreplaceable. And taking care of yourself isn't selfish—it helps you show up for the life and people you care about.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why protecting your energy starts with a shift in mindset
How constantly putting everyone else first can leave you depleted
Why being "in charge" doesn't mean doing everything yourself
How delegation can help you protect your time and energy
Why your own wants and needs deserve attention
How Slow Living can help you create more space for yourself

You are not the household martyr. You are the nucleus. Take care of yourself accordingly.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

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Waiting to Be Saved: Stop Waiting for Things to Change

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Waiting to Be Saved: Stop Waiting for Things to Change

What if the thing you're waiting for to make your life better isn't coming—and you have to decide to make the change yourself?

Sometimes we convince ourselves that this year will be different.

Once this busy season is over. Once this difficult situation passes. Once things settle down. Once life gets easier.

Then suddenly months or years have gone by, and we're still standing in the same place.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea talks about the tendency to wait for something or someone else to make things better.

She shares conversations from mindset coaching calls with women who were feeling sad, stuck, or disappointed that life hadn't changed the way they hoped it would.

The uncomfortable truth is that nothing will change unless you make it change.

And depending on your mood, that can sound either incredibly empowering—or completely overwhelming.

Stephanie talks about taking action, making things happen, and deciding what you can do even when you'd really rather someone else come along and save you.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why we tend to believe life will get better after the next difficult season
How waiting for circumstances to change can keep you stuck
Why taking responsibility for change can feel both empowering and overwhelming
How to decide what is actually within your control
Why you don't have to wait for someone else to make things happen
How small intentional action can help you move forward

You don't have to change everything today. But you do get to decide what happens next.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

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Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

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The Joy Is in the Journey: Stop Delaying Happiness Until You Reach Your Goals

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The Joy Is in the Journey: Stop Delaying Happiness Until You Reach Your Goals

You can have big dreams for the future without putting your happiness and contentment on hold until you achieve them.

This week's episode of the Slow Living Podcast is all about enjoying the here and now instead of constantly hoping, wishing, or frantically waiting for something better.

Being content with your current stage and season of life can be easier said than done. We're often taught to delay gratification, work hard, and reward ourselves only after we've accomplished something.

But what if you stopped?

Take a deep breath. Slow down. Look around.

This is it.

You can still have great big, huge, honking dreams and goals. In fact, Stephanie is a big believer in having them. But don't delay your peace, happiness, and contentment until you finally "reach" them.

Because once you reach one goal, you're probably going to move the goalposts anyway.

The joy isn't waiting for you at some imaginary finish line. The joy is in the journey.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why it's so easy to postpone happiness until you've accomplished something
How to practice being content with your current stage of life
Why having big dreams doesn't mean you have to sacrifice your peace today
How the habit of delaying gratification can keep you from enjoying your actual life
Why you'll probably keep moving the goalposts once you reach them
How Slow Living invites you to cultivate joy and contentment right now

You don't have to choose between dreaming about tomorrow and enjoying today. You can do both.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

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SMART Goals Are Stupid: How to Set Goals Without the Hustle

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0400

SMART Goals Are Stupid: How to Set Goals Without the Hustle

What if your goals could pull you forward instead of pushing you around?

Stephanie O'Dea is a huge proponent of goal setting and achieving. When she wants something, she goes out and makes it happen.

But she hates S.M.A.R.T. goals.

Mostly because she doesn't like being told what to do — even if the person doing the telling is herself.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie talks about setting goals that feel good and that you're genuinely drawn toward, rather than goals that feel like another list of things you should be doing.

There's a big difference between waking up excited to make progress on something you care about and dragging yourself through a goal that feels like drudgery.

Stephanie explains how to make things happen without the hustle, hype, and pressure that so often surrounds goal setting.

You can make amazing forward progress in your personal and life goals while still living a slow, calm, and peaceful life.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why Stephanie isn't a fan of traditional S.M.A.R.T. goals
The difference between goals that pull you forward and goals that push you
How to create goals you're genuinely excited to work toward
Why motivation feels different when you're working toward something you actually want
How to make meaningful progress without hustle or hype
Why Slow Living and ambitious goals can coexist

You don't have to choose between a peaceful life and making your dreams happen. You can do both.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

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Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

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The Bare Minimum: What to Do When You Don't Feel Like Doing Anything

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The Bare Minimum: What to Do When You Don't Feel Like Doing Anything

What do you do when you're having a horrible day and don't want to do anything at all?

Sometimes the best thing you can do is give yourself permission to take a day off.

Life isn't a game of Chutes and Ladders. You don't slide backward just because you're not feeling well, need to rest, or aren't moving forward on your goals and dreams for a day.

But there is a difference between taking a break and completely abandoning yourself.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea talks about figuring out your own bare minimum — the basic things you need to do to feel good about yourself, even on the days when you have very little energy or motivation.

The goal isn't to force yourself to be productive when you're struggling. It's to have a simple plan that helps you take care of yourself without creating guilt or the feeling that you've somehow fallen behind.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why taking a day off doesn't mean you're falling behind
How to distinguish between resting and completely checking out
Why it's helpful to define your personal bare minimum
How having a simple plan can make difficult days easier
Why Slow Living includes knowing when to do less
How small acts of self-care can help you feel better about yourself

You don't have to have a great day every day. Sometimes the win is simply doing the bare minimum and giving yourself permission to rest.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

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The Power of Consistency: How Small Steps Lead to Big Results

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The Power of Consistency: How Small Steps Lead to Big Results

Consistency means doing the thing you said you were going to do—even when you're tired, cranky, or would rather be watching Southern Charm on the couch.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea talks about the power of consistency and why showing up matters more than doing your absolute best every single time.

Consistency is a lot like parenting when you're tired: sometimes you simply do the thing you said you were going to do. You do it when you're tired. You do it when you don't feel like it. And you do it even when you know it isn't your best work.

Stephanie shares her own experience with staying consistent, admitting that she'd sometimes much rather curl up on the couch and binge-watch Southern Charm than get to work. But she made commitments to herself, her podcast listeners, and her coaching clients—and she kept showing up.

The goal isn't perfection. It's taking those teeny tiny baby steps forward, trusting that small, consistent actions can move you toward where you want to go.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why consistency can matter more than doing your best every single time
How to keep going when you're tired, cranky, or unmotivated
Why small steps can add up to meaningful progress
How keeping promises to yourself can strengthen consistency
Why you don't have to be perfect to keep moving forward
How to make consistency your own superpower

You don't have to do everything perfectly. You just have to keep showing up and taking the next tiny step.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

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Adult Friendships: How to Make and Keep Friends as an Adult

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Adult Friendships: How to Make and Keep Friends as an Adult

Making friends as an adult is a lot harder than it was when we were kids—but your friendships don't have to look like a television sitcom.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea talks about making and keeping adult friendships and why friendship can feel so much more complicated as we get older.

When you're a kid, making a friend can be as simple as playing together in the same sandbox. As adults, friendships can involve shared interests, emotional connection, different lifestyles, schedules, beliefs, and expectations.

Stephanie discusses the five types of relationships adults need to nurture and maintain, along with ways to find casual friends and acquaintances.

She also offers an important reminder: you don't need to have a constant group of friends around you to have a rich and meaningful life. Your friendships can change with different seasons of life, and they don't have to look like the friendships you see on television.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why making friends as an adult can feel so much harder than it did as a kid
The five types of relationships worth nurturing as an adult
How to find casual friends and acquaintances
Why friendships don't have to be based on having everything in common
How to let go of unrealistic expectations about what adult friendship should look like
Why you don't need a constant social calendar to have meaningful relationships

Your friendships don't have to look like anyone else's. There is plenty of room for casual friendships, deep friendships, changing friendships—and seasons when you simply have less time for all of them.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

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Podcast Notes

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How to Deal With Toxic People When You Can't Avoid Them

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0400

How to Deal With Toxic People When You Can't Avoid Them

Sometimes you can't simply cut a difficult person out of your life. What do you do when you still have to interact with them?

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea answers a listener question about how to deal with people who aren't good for your well-being—especially when avoiding them completely isn't an option.

Whether the difficult person is part of your family, extended family, workplace, or another part of your everyday life, real life sometimes requires us to interact with people we'd rather avoid.

Stephanie explains the grey rock approach and her idea of putting yourself into a “hamster ball” when dealing with difficult people. She also talks about separating someone's behavior from the person themselves, which can become especially important when dementia or another debilitating life event changes someone's behavior.

The goal isn't to change another person. It's to find ways to protect your own peace while navigating relationships and circumstances you can't simply walk away from.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to deal with toxic or difficult people you can't completely avoid
What the grey rock approach is and when it can be useful
How putting yourself in a “hamster ball” can help protect your peace
Why it can be helpful to separate a person's behavior from the person themselves
How dementia or a major life event can change someone's behavior
How to respond when you can't control another person's actions

You don't have to change another person to create more peace in your own life. Sometimes Slow Living means learning how to interact differently with the people you can't avoid.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

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Quiet Quitting: Why Doing Less at Work Isn't a Bad Thing

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Quiet Quitting: Why Doing Less at Work Isn't a Bad Thing

Quiet quitting isn't about being lazy. It's about deciding what you're willing to give—and what you're no longer willing to sacrifice.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea takes a closer look at quiet quitting and why the idea isn't necessarily a bad thing.

Slow Living doesn't mean doing nothing. It's about taking the time to decide what you actually want and then moving toward it slowly, thoughtfully, and intentionally—one baby step at a time.

In a culture that constantly tells us to hustle, achieve more, work harder, and keep pushing, quiet quitting can look radical. But setting boundaries around your work doesn't mean you've stopped caring. It may simply mean you're choosing to stop giving everything you have to a job at the expense of the rest of your life.

Stephanie explores the idea of quiet quitting through the lens of anti-hustle living and asks what happens when we stop automatically saying yes to doing more.

In this episode, you'll learn:

What “quiet quitting” actually means
Why doing less at work doesn't necessarily mean being lazy or unmotivated
How quiet quitting connects with the Slow Living philosophy
Why setting boundaries around work can be a healthy choice
The difference between doing what you have to do and intentionally choosing what you want to do
How taking small, thoughtful steps can help you create a life that works for you

You don't have to hustle your way through life. You can decide what matters, set your boundaries, and move toward the life you want—slowly and intentionally.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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How to Be More Productive Without Doing More: A Slow Living Approach

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0400

How to Be More Productive Without Doing More: A Slow Living Approach

Slow Living doesn't mean doing nothing. It means being intentional about what you spend your time and energy doing.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea tackles a question that might seem completely backward for a Slow Living podcast: How can you be more productive?

Living slowly doesn't mean sitting around eating bon-bons while life passes you by. It means taking the time to remove the things that no longer serve you and making a plan for the things you actually want to do—not simply doing everything you think you should be doing.

But sometimes, being an adult means getting to work. Bills need to be paid, groceries need to be bought, and there are plenty of everyday responsibilities that aren't necessarily exciting.

The goal isn't to cram more into your already-full schedule. It's to find realistic ways to get the things you have to do done efficiently, so you have more time and energy for the things you want to do.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why Slow Living doesn't mean being lazy or unproductive
The difference between things you have to do, things you should do, and things you actually want to do
Why getting clear about your priorities can make you more productive
How simplifying your responsibilities can create more time for what matters
Why productivity should support the life you want—not become the goal itself
How doing less of the wrong things can help you do more of the right things

You don't need to do everything. You need to get clear about what matters—and find a simpler way to get the rest done.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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How to Overcome Overwhelm: Boundaries, Saying No, and Slowing Down

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0400

How to Overcome Overwhelm: Boundaries, Saying No, and Slowing Down

When there’s too much to do and not enough time to do it, slowing down can feel impossible—but it’s often exactly what you need.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea answers a listener question from Michelle about feeling overwhelmed, setting boundaries, and learning how to prioritize her own needs.

Stephanie talks about the reality of having too many responsibilities and the feeling of constantly trying to catch up. While you may not be able to change everything on your plate, you can change how you respond to it.

The conversation covers practical coping strategies, knowing when to say no to social invitations and obligations, and what to do when you feel yourself heading toward a panic attack or emotional freak-out.

Stephanie also shares why learning to talk to yourself with the same kindness and patience you'd offer a little kid can be a valuable skill—and how accepting reality as it is can help you create a calmer, more peaceful, and slower life.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to recognize and work through feelings of overwhelm
Why setting boundaries and saying no can protect your time and energy
How to decide which social invitations and obligations you actually want to accept
Coping strategies for those moments when you feel yourself starting to freak out
Why talking to yourself with kindness can help you slow down
How accepting reality can create more peace and less resistance

You don't have to do everything. Sometimes the path out of overwhelm begins with accepting what is, deciding what matters, and giving yourself permission to say no.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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Why You Should Cultivate Your Creativity — Even If You Never Share It

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Why You Should Cultivate Your Creativity — Even If You Never Share It

Creativity isn't a side hustle, a competition, or something you have to prove to anyone else. It's something you get to do simply because it's yours.

A note about this episode: This conversation with Kim Demmon was recorded several years ago, when Kim was actively running her online businesses. Kim has since retired from living her life online, but her thoughts about creativity and making space for yourself still resonate.

This is Part 2 of Stephanie O'Dea's conversation with her longtime friend Kim Demmon about cultivating creativity in an online world.

Why is creativity important?

Because we're human beings, and we need ways to keep our minds engaged, explore ideas, and make things simply because we enjoy making them.

Stephanie and Kim talk about how easy it is to give all of your “good stuff” away to other people—to your family, your work, your responsibilities—and then wonder why you feel like something is missing.

Creativity can be something that is just for you.

It doesn't have to become a business. It doesn't have to become a side hustle. You don't have to post it online, monetize it, turn it into a brand, or prove to anyone that you're good at it.

You can simply create.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why creativity is important even when it doesn't produce anything tangible
How giving all of your energy to other people can leave you feeling like something is missing
Why your creative life doesn't need to become a business or side hustle
How to make creativity something that is simply for you
Why you don't need to prove your creativity to friends, family, or people online
How slowing down can create space for the things you genuinely enjoy

Your creativity does not have to earn money, impress anyone, or become anything. You are allowed to create simply because you want to.

About Kim Demmon

Kim Demmon was the creator of Today's Creative Life and Jack Pine Jones, and a longtime friend and fellow online creator of Stephanie's.

Kim has since retired from her online businesses and from living her life publicly on the internet. These episodes are preserved as a snapshot of a conversation between two longtime online friends during that chapter of their lives.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Get the book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gPRu37

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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Cultivating Creativity: How the Internet Can Steal Your Creative Spark — Part 1

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Cultivating Creativity: How the Internet Can Steal Your Creative Spark — Part 1

You are creative. But spending too much time looking at what everyone else is doing can make you forget that.

A note about this episode: This conversation with Kim Demmon was recorded several years ago, when Kim was actively running her online businesses. Kim has since retired from living her life online, but this conversation about creativity, comparison, and the internet is still worth a listen.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea sits down with her longtime friend Kim Demmon for a conversation about cultivating creativity in an online world.

Stephanie and Kim met online years ago, and after mentioning Kim in the previous episode about influencers, Stephanie reached out and asked her to join the podcast. They talked for so long that the conversation became a two-part episode.

Kim and Stephanie get personal about how the internet can slowly chip away at creativity. When you're constantly looking at what everyone else is making, writing, decorating, gardening, crafting, or accomplishing, it's easy to decide that your own ideas aren't creative enough.

But creativity doesn't have to look a certain way.

Whether you love writing, gardening, scrapbooking, decorating, crafting, homesteading, or something else entirely, you are allowed to create simply because you enjoy it.

The conversation also wanders—because of course it does—into hormones, MLMs, online influencers, making money from blogs, aging, and the realities of being longtime women on the internet.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why comparing your creativity to other people's work can make you feel less creative
How the internet can chip away at your creative energy
Why creativity doesn't have to fit a particular definition
How to put your blinders on and “do you”
Why starting small and slow can help you get back to creating
What it's like to make a living online without losing sight of your own values

You don't have to create what everyone else is creating. Start small, start slow, and make something that feels like yours.

About Kim Demmon

Kim Demmon was the creator of Today's Creative Life and Jack Pine Jones, and a longtime friend and fellow online creator of Stephanie's.

Kim has since retired from her online businesses and from living her life publicly on the internet. This episode is preserved as a snapshot of a conversation between two longtime online friends during that chapter of their lives.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Get the book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gPRu37

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Influencers and Play Your Own Game

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0400

How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Influencers and Play Your Own Game

Not everything you see online is real—and learning to trust your own judgment can be one of the most powerful forms of Slow Living.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea talks about how difficult it can be to put on the blinders, step away from outside influence, and play your own game.

Stephanie shares personal stories from her early years of blogging, including her experiences during A Year of Slow Cooking and the pressure she encountered from brands that wanted to influence what she said about their products.

Sometimes, the money is tempting. Sometimes the opportunity looks too good to pass up.

But what happens when the opportunity conflicts with your values?

Stephanie talks about choosing her own ideals and ethics over money, and why it's important to remember that what you see online isn't always accurate, authentic, or representative of real life.

In a world full of influencers, sponsored content, and carefully curated online lives, slowing down can give you the space to decide what you actually believe.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why it's so difficult to ignore outside influences online
How social media and influencer culture can blur the line between authentic and promotional content
What Stephanie learned from her own early blogging experiences
Why she chose her values and ethics over certain opportunities and money
How to recognize when someone else's version of success is pulling you away from your own path
Why playing your own game can be an important part of living intentionally

You don't have to follow someone else's path just because it looks successful from the outside.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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Imperfect Action: How to Stop Waiting for Perfect and Start Moving Forward

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Imperfect Action: How to Stop Waiting for Perfect and Start Moving Forward

You don't have to feel motivated, energetic, or perfectly ready to take the next step. You just have to do something.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea talks about taking action—even when you don't feel like it.

If you want to move from where you are to where you want to be, eventually you have to do something about it. Wishing, hoping, and planning aren't enough on their own.

And sometimes that's really hard.

Stephanie openly shares her own tendency to want to stay on the couch, even when she knows she'll feel better and more accomplished if she simply gets up and does something.

She also talks about perfectionism and the trap of thinking, “Why bother if it isn't going to be all that good anyway?”

The answer is: do it anyway. Imperfect action is still action, and taking a small step forward is often better than waiting until you feel ready to do everything perfectly.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why taking action matters when you want to create change
How to take action even when you're tired, discouraged, or unmotivated
Why perfectionism can keep you stuck
How “Why bother?” thinking can prevent you from moving forward
Why imperfect action is better than waiting for perfect conditions
How small actions can help you feel more accomplished and move toward your goals

You don't have to do it perfectly. You just have to begin.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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How to Listen to Your Inner GPS and Find Your Next Step

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 05:00:00 -0400

How to Listen to Your Inner GPS and Find Your Next Step

Sometimes the next step in your life isn't obvious—you have to slow down enough to notice the nudges pointing you in the right direction.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea goes back in time to talk about who she was and what her life looked like before 2008, the year she made a New Year's resolution to use her slow cooker every day and write about it online.

But the slow cooker wasn't the beginning of the story.

Stephanie shares how dreams, goals, and visions had been taking shape since she was very young, and how she learned to think of her life as having an internal GPS.

She talks about paying attention to the nudges and inklings that came from within—and, for her, from God or the Universe—to help guide her toward her next steps.

You don't always need to have the entire route mapped out. Sometimes you simply need to know where you want to go, pay attention, and be willing to adjust your course.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How Stephanie's dreams and goals began long before 2008
What it means to “program your GPS” for the life you want
Why slowing down can help you notice your own nudges and inklings
How intuition, faith, and curiosity can influence your next steps
Why you don't have to know exactly how everything will unfold
How paying attention to where you're being guided can help you create a more intentional life

You don't have to see the entire road ahead. Sometimes you just need to know your direction and take the next step.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Download the Daily Journaling Worksheet

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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How to Create a Morning Routine That Actually Works for You

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 05:00:00 -0400

How to Create a Morning Routine That Actually Works for You

The best morning routine isn't the one you found on the internet. It's the one that makes you feel good and sets you up for the day.

There is a lot of advice online about what you have to do to create a successful morning routine. Wake up at a certain time. Exercise. Meditate. Journal. Drink lemon water. Accomplish seventeen things before breakfast.

Nope.

Real life isn't perfect, and your morning routine doesn't have to look like anyone else's.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea encourages you to figure out what would actually make you feel good each morning—and then build your routine around that.

Your ideal morning might look completely different from your neighbor's, and that's okay. If the way you're starting your day isn't working for you, you are allowed to change it.

Stephanie also shares the simple one-page journaling worksheet she uses every morning while her coffee is brewing. It's designed to help you slow down, check in with yourself, and intentionally begin your day.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why your morning routine doesn't need to look like anyone else's
How to figure out what actually makes you feel good in the morning
Why “perfect” morning routines aren't necessary in real life
How small changes to your mornings can help you feel more grounded and intentional
Why you are allowed to change your routine when something isn't working
How Stephanie uses a simple one-page journaling practice to start her day

Your morning routine doesn't need to be impressive. It just needs to work for you.

Morning Journaling Worksheet

Stephanie's one-page daily journaling worksheet is available here:

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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How to Deal With the Sunday Scaries: Slow Down and Ease Weekend Anxiety

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 05:00:00 -0400

How to Deal With the Sunday Scaries: Slow Down and Ease Weekend Anxiety

If Sunday evening brings a wave of anxiety about the week ahead, you're definitely not alone.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea answers a listener question from Tracy about how to deal with the “Sunday Scaries.”

That familiar feeling can show up when the weekend starts winding down and you're thinking about everything waiting for you: work, family, in-laws, social obligations, and the long list of things that need to happen next week.

Stephanie shares simple ways to help ease the anxiety and emotional burden that can come with the transition from weekend to workweek.

Slowing down doesn't mean every Sunday—or every week—is suddenly going to be sunshine, roses, and sparkly unicorns. But there are things you can do to make the transition feel a little lighter and more manageable.

And if you experience the Sunday Scaries from time to time, please know you're not alone.

In this episode, you'll learn:

What the “Sunday Scaries” are and why they can feel so overwhelming
How work, family, and social obligations can contribute to weekend anxiety
Simple ways to ease the transition from weekend to workweek
How slowing down can help you feel less overwhelmed
Why you don't have to fix everything at once
Practical ways to make your weekends—and your weeks—a little more manageable

You can't always eliminate everything that's waiting for you on Monday. But you can change how you enter the week.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: https://stephanieodea.com

Podcast Notes

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Cultivating Discipline: How to Build Better Habits and Follow Through

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Cultivating Discipline: How to Build Better Habits and Follow Through

Do you think you're either a disciplined person—or you're not? What if discipline is something you can actually cultivate?

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea takes a fresh look at discipline and challenges the idea that some people simply have it while others don't.

Stephanie thinks of discipline as a muscle: something you can intentionally work out, strengthen, and grow.

Instead of beating yourself up for not following through, you can begin by paying attention to the way you think about discipline in the first place.

Stephanie shares mindset shifts and practical ways to upgrade your thinking about discipline, so you can change the way you approach the things you want to accomplish.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why discipline isn't necessarily something you're simply born with
How to think of discipline as a muscle you can strengthen
How your mindset influences your ability to follow through
Why changing the way you think about discipline can change your behavior
How to intentionally cultivate and nurture greater discipline
How to approach personal growth without relying on shame or self-criticism

Discipline isn't a personality trait you either have or don't have. It's something you can practice.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: https://stephanieodea.com

Podcast Notes

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Stop Chasing Happiness: How to Feel Happier Without Searching for It

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Stop Chasing Happiness: How to Feel Happier Without Searching for It

What if happiness isn't something you have to chase, find, or achieve?

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea asks a deceptively simple question: Are you happy?

If you're not, you may feel like happiness is just outside your reach—or that other people have somehow figured it out while you're still searching for what's missing.

But what if happiness isn't something you need to chase?

Stephanie explores the idea that constantly looking for the next thing, accomplishment, relationship, purchase, or life circumstance that will finally make you happy can keep you from noticing the life you're already living.

Slow Living invites us to stop rushing toward some imagined future and pay attention to what is happening right now.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why happiness can feel like something that's always just out of reach
How comparing your life to other people's lives can make you feel like you're missing something
Why constantly chasing happiness may actually get in the way of feeling happy
How slowing down can help you notice what is already good in your life
Why you don't have to wait for your circumstances to be perfect
How to shift your attention from searching for happiness to experiencing it

You don't have to chase happiness. Sometimes you just have to slow down enough to notice it.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: https://stephanieodea.com

Podcast Notes

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How to Find Your Life Purpose (And Why Your Purpose Isn't Your Profession)

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 05:00:00 -0400

How to Find Your Life Purpose (And Why Your Purpose Isn't Your Profession)

What is your life's purpose—and how do you figure it out if you don't already know the answer?

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea answers a listener question from Chelsea about how to uncover your life purpose and use that clarity to begin charting your long-term and short-term goals.

If you can't easily answer the question “What is my purpose?” you're not alone. Most people can't—and that's okay.

Stephanie explains why discovering your purpose can be an important first step toward creating a life that feels intentional and meaningful. Once you have a better sense of where you're headed, you can begin making decisions and setting goals that support the life you actually want.

And there's one important distinction to make:

Your purpose is NOT your profession.

Your job or career may be one part of your life, but it doesn't have to define your purpose.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why so many people struggle to answer the question “What is my purpose?”
How to begin uncovering your life's purpose
Why your purpose and your profession are not the same thing
How knowing your purpose can help you set long-term goals
How long-term goals can lead to meaningful short-term action
Why you don't need to have your entire life figured out before you begin

You don't have to know exactly what you're meant to do. Start by getting curious about what matters to you.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: https://stephanieodea.com

Podcast Notes

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How to Become Resilient and Keep Moving Forward

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 05:00:00 -0400

How to Build Resilience and Keep Moving Forward

Resilience is the ability to keep going when life doesn't go according to plan—and it's a skill you can learn.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea talks about resilience and what it means to keep moving forward when you encounter obstacles, setbacks, and unexpected circumstances.

Do you tend to go with the flow and look at challenges with an open mind and a dose of flexibility? Or do you shut down and see every bump in the road as a red flag or a sign that something isn't meant to be?

Stephanie explores what might happen if you could respond to life's obstacles differently—staying focused on where you're headed while remaining flexible about how you get there.

Because sometimes the obstacle is real, and sometimes it's only perceived to be insurmountable.

The good news? Resilience is a learnable skill.

In this episode, you'll learn:

What resilience really means
How to become more flexible when life doesn't go according to plan
Why obstacles don't necessarily mean you're on the wrong path
How your perspective can affect the way you respond to challenges
How to keep moving forward even when the odds feel overwhelming
Why resilience is a skill you can develop over time

You don't have to know exactly how everything will work out. You just have to keep moving forward.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: https://stephanieodea.com

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Life Coaching: Beth's Slow Living Story and What She Learned

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Life Coaching: Beth's Slow Living Story and What She Learned

What happens when you stop trying to figure everything out on your own and decide to ask for help?

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea talks with former coaching client Beth about her experience with life coaching and the changes she made by slowing down, doing the work, and putting her own needs back on the list.

Beth shares how she brought ideas from their coaching conversations into her everyday life—including learning to take a beat and deliberately slow down before reacting.

She also talks about betting on herself, refinancing her home on her own, working through difficult experiences from her past, and learning how to move forward.

This conversation is a real-life look at what it can mean to ask for help, do hard things, and create a long-term plan for a life that feels more aligned and intentional.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How Beth incorporated coaching conversations into her everyday life
Why taking a beat before reacting can change the way you respond
How Beth learned to ask for help and put her own needs first
What it looked like for Beth to bet on herself and take action
How working through the past can help you move forward
What “doing the work” can actually look like
How the principles from Simple Shortcuts to Peace helped Beth think about her long-term goals

A Real Client, A Real Slow Living Story

Beth's story is a reminder that you don't have to have everything figured out before you begin.

Sometimes the first step is simply deciding that you're worth the investment.

Learn More About Coaching

This episode is a behind-the-scenes look at Stephanie's one-on-one coaching work.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: https://stephanieodea.com

Find Sandy's book on Amazon

Podcast Notes

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Mom, You're Amazing! A Conversation with Sandy Cooper About Motherhood and Balance

Mon, 30 May 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Mom, You're Amazing! A Conversation with Sandy Cooper About Motherhood and Balance

Motherhood can be messy, exhausting, wonderful, and completely overwhelming—and sometimes you just need someone to remind you that you're doing a good job.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea sits down with her longtime online friend Sandy Cooper, creator of the Scoop on Balance website and the Balanced MomCast.

Stephanie and Sandy met online roughly 15 years ago and immediately hit it off. In this conversation, they talk about motherhood, balance, and the realities of trying to create a life that works while taking care of everyone else.

Sandy is also the author of Mom, You're Amazing!: And Other Things I Want to Tell You, a collection of writing and essays created especially for moms. Stephanie shares why she thinks it makes a wonderful gift for yourself—or for another mom in your life.

In this episode, you'll hear:

A conversation between Stephanie O'Dea and Sandy Cooper
Sandy's perspective on motherhood and finding balance
How two longtime online friends connected and stayed connected
Encouragement for moms who are doing their best to hold everything together
Why sometimes the reminder you need most is simply: Mom, you're amazing.

And a small podcast-era confession: Stephanie's microphone audio dips in and out during parts of this recording. The conversation is worth sticking around for anyway.

Sandy Cooper's Book

📖 Mom, You're Amazing!: And Other Things I Want to Tell You

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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Healing Childhood Trauma: How the Past Can Affect the Present

Mon, 23 May 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Healing Childhood Trauma: How the Past Can Affect the Present

Even if you had a happy childhood, there may be experiences from your past worth slowing down and looking at.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea talks about trauma, childhood experiences, and the ways our past can continue to affect how we live today.

Stephanie encourages listeners to consider the topic even if they don't think they have experienced childhood trauma. Sometimes there are things from our past that still need to be understood, processed, or worked through.

The conversation is especially relevant for parents and people who work with children, because understanding how children process difficult or everyday experiences can help us respond to them with greater awareness and care.

Stephanie also connects this work to moving forward in life. When we find ourselves stuck on the perpetual hamster wheel—or unable to make progress toward the things we want—it may be worth slowing down and looking at what is underneath the surface.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why childhood experiences can continue to affect us as adults
Why it's worth examining your past, even if you had an idyllic childhood
How slowing down can create space to understand your own experiences
Why this topic matters for parents and people who work with children
How processing the past can be part of moving toward the life you want

Sometimes moving forward begins with slowing down long enough to understand where you've been.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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Dealing With Disappointment: What to Do When Life Doesn't Go According to Plan

Mon, 16 May 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Dealing With Disappointment: What to Do When Life Doesn't Go According to Plan

What happens when the life you've imagined in your head doesn't match what actually happens?

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea talks about daydreaming, expectations, and disappointment.

Stephanie has always been a daydreamer. She loves imagining how things might unfold and then finding ways to turn those dreams into reality. That can be a wonderful quality—until other people are involved.

Because as Stephanie points out, you can't expect other people to read your mind and act out your daydreams.

When our expectations aren't communicated—or when reality simply doesn't cooperate—it can be easy to feel disappointed, frustrated, or let down. This episode is about recognizing those expectations and learning how to Slow Down when things don't go according to the picture in your head.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why daydreaming can be both helpful and challenging
How expectations can set us up for disappointment
Why other people can't be expected to read our minds
How to recognize when you're attached to a particular outcome
How slowing down can help you respond when reality doesn't match your expectations

Sometimes the disappointment isn't about what happened. It's about the story we had already written in our heads.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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How to Handle Being Triggered: Slow Down Before You React

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 -0400

How to Handle Being Triggered: Slow Down Before You React

If you tend to fly off the handle or get upset quickly, learning to Slow Down can change the way you respond.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea talks about what happens when we become triggered—and how slowing down can create space between what happens and how we respond.

If you find yourself getting upset quickly, reacting irrationally, or wondering afterward why you responded the way you did, this episode offers a different way to look at those moments.

Stephanie's approach is simple: you don't have to stay stuck in the same reactions. Learning to slow down gives you an opportunity to pause, notice what's happening, and choose what to do next.

In this episode, you'll learn:

What it means to become “triggered”
Why slowing down can help when emotions start to escalate
How to create space between a trigger and your reaction
Why you don't have to keep responding the same way
How practicing Slow Living can support more thoughtful responses

You can't always control what happens. You can slow down before deciding what happens next.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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Reader Questions on Goals, Decluttering & New Year's Resolutions

Mon, 02 May 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Reader Questions on Goals, Decluttering & New Year's Resolutions

Sometimes the best Slow Living advice starts with a question.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea answers questions from readers and listeners—including a recorded voicemail from her very own little brother, Andy.

The conversation covers several everyday Slow Living topics, including setting and achieving goals, dealing with too many donated items, and making New Year's resolutions actually stick.

Rather than trying to overhaul your entire life at once, Stephanie shares practical ways to think through these challenges and keep moving forward with small, intentional steps.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to set goals and make meaningful progress toward them
What to do when you have too many donated items
How to approach New Year's resolutions in a way that makes them more sustainable
Why small, practical steps can help you follow through
Answers to real questions from Stephanie's readers and listeners

You don't have to figure everything out at once. Sometimes you just need to ask the right question.

Episode Resources

New Year, New You: stephanieodea.com/newyou

Daily Journaling Worksheet: stephanieodea.com/daily

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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Clean Less, Play More: How to Keep Your House Clean Without Spending All Day Cleaning

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Clean Less, Play More: How to Keep Your House Clean Without Spending All Day Cleaning

You can have a clean, company-ready home without making cleaning your full-time job.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea shares a simpler approach to household chores—one that leaves more time for the things you actually want to do.

This episode comes directly from reader questions. Many listeners loved the simple chores and daily To-Do list from Stephanie's books Totally Together and Clean Less, Play More, but wanted to make things even easier.

Stephanie gets it. She likes things clean, but she does not like cleaning.

Listen in as she talks about which household chores are truly necessary, which ones can be skipped or simplified, and how she keeps her home pretty much ready for company in less than 30 minutes.

The goal isn't a perfectly maintained home. It's creating a realistic system that gets the necessary chores done quickly and efficiently—so you can clean less and play more.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to simplify your daily household chores
Which chores are necessary and which ones you can let go
How to keep your home reasonably company-ready without constant cleaning
Why you don't need to spend hours maintaining a clean house
How doing less around the house can create more time for the things you actually enjoy

You don't have to love cleaning to have a clean house.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking

Podcast Notes

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Have a question you'd like Stephanie to cover, or a Slow Living Story of your own you'd like to share? Leave a voicemail.

Mindset Is Everything: How to Pay Attention to Your Thoughts

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Mindset Is Everything: How to Pay Attention to Your Thoughts

Your thoughts are talking to you all day long. What happens when you actually start paying attention?

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea talks about mindset, mindfulness, and the constant mental chatter happening in our brains.

Mindset is a word that gets thrown around an awful lot, but Stephanie takes a practical look at what it means—and how you can slowly and carefully shift your mindset into one that works better for you, whatever phase of life you're in.

Your brain is constantly talking to you: while you're driving, while you're trying to fall asleep, and throughout the ordinary moments of your day. Often, we're so accustomed to that inner dialogue that we don't even notice what we're thinking.

Stephanie suggests paying attention to those thoughts without judgment. When you become more aware of your mental chatter, you have an opportunity to respond rather than automatically react.

In this episode, you'll learn:

What mindset actually means in everyday life
How to become more aware of your constant mental chatter
Why paying attention to your thoughts can help you live more intentionally
What mindfulness means and how it relates to being present
How mindfulness can help you become less reactive to difficult situations
How to slowly and carefully develop a mindset that works for you

You don't have to believe every thought that crosses your mind. Start by noticing it.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn more about Simple Shortcuts to Peace

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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Have a question you'd like Stephanie to cover, or a Slow Living Story of your own you'd like to share? Leave a voicemail.

Creating Stability: How to Feel More Grounded in Everyday Life

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Creating Stability: How to Feel More Grounded in Everyday Life

True stability doesn't come from controlling everything around you—it comes from creating stability within yourself.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea explores what it means to feel stable and grounded in your everyday life.

Do you feel like you have things under control, or do you sometimes feel floundery—like your mood, thoughts, reactions, finances, and household organization are all over the place?

Stephanie shares how she used to believe that her surroundings, coworkers, children, and circumstances determined her mood and the outcome of her day.

But she discovered that true stability comes from within.

This episode looks at the different areas of life that contribute to a sense of stability and introduces the Peace Pyramid as a practical way to look at the bigger picture.

In this episode, you'll learn:

What it means to create stability in your everyday life
Why your circumstances don't have to determine your mood or your day
How to take more responsibility for your thoughts, reactions, and choices
The connection between stability and the different areas of your life
How the Peace Pyramid can help you create a more balanced, grounded life
Why lasting peace starts from within

You may not be able to control everything around you, but you can create a steadier foundation within yourself.

Simple Shortcuts to Peace

The Peace Pyramid is the foundation of Stephanie's Simple Shortcuts to Peace program, designed to help you create greater balance and stability across the areas of life that matter most.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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Have a question you'd like Stephanie to cover, or a Slow Living Story of your own you'd like to share? Leave a voicemail.

Stop Delaying Happiness: Simple Ways to Feel Happier Today

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Stop Delaying Happiness: Simple Ways to Feel Happier Today

You don't have to wait for your life to be perfect before you allow yourself to feel happy.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea shares simple ideas you can use today—right this minute—to shift your mindset toward greater happiness and contentment.

It's easy to fall into the habit of thinking you'll be happier when something changes: when you have more time, when the kids are older, when work settles down, when you reach a goal, or when life finally feels a little easier.

But what if you didn't have to wait?

Stephanie encourages you to take control of the things you can control and make small changes that help you feel better in your everyday life.

Because you deserve to enjoy your life now, not just some day in the future.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to recognize whether you're actually feeling happy and content
Simple ways to shift your mindset when you're stuck
Why you don't have to wait for circumstances to change before feeling better
How to take more control over your own happiness
Small things you can do today to create more joy and contentment
Why you should aim for a life that makes you want to get out of bed with a great big cheesy grin—at least most of the time!

You don't have to wait for someday. Happiness is allowed to be part of your life today.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Download the Daily Journaling Worksheet

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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Have a question you'd like Stephanie to cover, or a Slow Living Story of your own you'd like to share? Leave a voicemail.

Caring for the Caregiver: How to Care for Yourself While Caring for Others

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Caring for the Caregiver: How to Care for Yourself While Caring for Others

When you're busy caring for everyone else, it's easy to put your own needs at the very bottom of the list.

Chances are, you classify yourself as a caregiver in some way.

Maybe you're parenting young children. Maybe you're caring for an elderly parent or family member. Or maybe you're part of the sandwich generation, caring for your own children while also supporting your parents.

It's difficult—and sugarcoating a demanding season of life won't make it easier.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea shares practical tips for meeting your own needs while caring for others, so you can continue moving toward your personal and professional goals in a slow, steady, and sustainable way.

Self-care doesn't mean abandoning your responsibilities. It's about finding ways to take care of yourself while you're taking care of the people who depend on you.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to find balance while you're caring for others
Why caregivers often put their own needs last
Practical self-care strategies for busy seasons of life
How to care for yourself while parenting or caring for aging parents
Ways to continue working toward your personal and professional goals
How to create a slower, steadier, and more sustainable approach to caregiving

You matter, too. Caring for yourself isn't selfish—it's part of caring for your life.

Daily Journaling Worksheet

Stephanie's Daily Journaling Worksheet can help you slow down, check in with yourself, and pay attention to what you need.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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Have a question you'd like Stephanie to cover, or a Slow Living Story of your own you'd like to share? Leave a voicemail.

How Labels Shape Your Identity: The Good, Bad, and the Ugly

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0400

How Labels Shape Your Identity: The Good, Bad, and the Ugly

Are the labels we’re given as children shaping who we believe we are today?

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea answers a listener question from Jenny B., who wondered whether being labeled “shy” at a young age set her up for a lifetime of being shy.

Did the label actually make her shy—or did it simply describe something that was already there?

Stephanie explores how labels can influence the way we see ourselves and the way other people see us. But labels aren't always black or white. Sometimes they can be helpful, sometimes limiting, and sometimes they simply stop fitting as we grow and change.

This conversation is an invitation to take a closer look at the words and identities you may have carried with you—and decide whether they still belong.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How labels can influence the way we see ourselves
Whether being labeled “shy” can affect how someone identifies
Why labels aren't always good or bad
How childhood labels can follow us into adulthood
How to question the identities and assumptions you've carried over time
A simple piece of “homework” to help you think differently about your own labels

You are allowed to outgrow a label. You get to decide who you are now.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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Have a question you'd like Stephanie to cover, or a Slow Living Story of your own you'd like to share? Leave a voicemail.

My 21 Success Secrets for a Successful Life — Part 3

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0400

My 21 Success Secrets for a Successful Life — Part 3

What does a successful life look like when you think beyond today and into the future?

In this third and final episode of the Success Secrets series, Stephanie O'Dea wraps up her 21 personal success secrets with thoughts on marriage, aging, retirement, and taking care of yourself now so you can enjoy the life you imagine later.

Success isn't just about money, productivity, or accomplishing more. It's also about building a life that works for you over the long haul—and making choices today that support the future you want.

Stephanie shares her perspective on relationships, getting older, and the importance of taking care of yourself NOW rather than waiting for some future version of your life to finally begin.

This episode completes Stephanie's three-part series of Success Secrets and brings the focus back to the bigger picture: creating a life you actually want to live.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Stephanie's final Success Secrets, covering Secrets 16–21
Why marriage and relationships are an important part of a successful life
Why it's worth thinking about your future and retirement years now
How taking care of yourself today can support the life you want later
Why success is about more than money, work, or achievement
How to think about the bigger picture when designing your own Dream Life

You don't have to wait until retirement to start living the life you want. The choices you make today matter.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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Have a question you'd like Stephanie to cover, or a Slow Living Story of your own you'd like to share? Leave a voicemail.

21 Success Secrets for a Successful Life — Part 2

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Success Secrets Part 2: 10 Habits for a Successful Life

What if success isn't about being more productive, more organized, or more business-minded—but about creating a life that actually works for you?

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea continues her 3-part series on her own 21 Success Secrets, inspired by Brian Tracy's 21 Success Secrets of Self-Made Millionaires.

These ideas have been percolating in Stephanie's brain for about 20 years. After reading hundreds of self-help and personal development books, she often found herself wishing there were more advice written for someone like her—not quite the traditional homemaker, and not quite the stereotypical businessperson.

Stephanie shares the success principles that have actually resonated with her and become true in her own life.

This episode covers Success Secrets 6 through 15, with practical ideas you can consider, question, and apply to your own life.

Because success doesn't have to look like someone else's version of success.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Stephanie's personal definition of success
Success Secrets 6–15 from her personal list
Why traditional self-help advice doesn't always fit real life
How to think about success beyond money, business, or productivity
Practical ways to create a life that feels successful to you
Why you don't have to become a different person to build a successful life

You don't need to fit someone else's definition of success. You get to decide what a successful life looks like for you.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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Have a question you'd like Stephanie to cover, or a Slow Living Story of your own you'd like to share? Leave a voicemail.

21 Success Secrets for a Successful Life — Part 1

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0400

21 Success Secrets for a Successful Life — Part 1

What does it actually mean to be successful?

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea shares the first five of her 21 Success Secrets for creating a successful life.

This is the first episode in a three-part series inspired by Brian Tracy's 21 Secrets of Self-Made Millionaires. After years of building businesses, writing books, working online, coaching clients, and creating a life she genuinely loves, Stephanie realized that she had developed her own set of success secrets.

So she made a list.

These aren't abstract ideas or complicated formulas. They're lessons Stephanie has learned through real-life experience—and they're designed to help you think differently about what success actually looks like.

Because success isn't just about money, accomplishments, or checking things off your list.

It's about creating a life that works.

Take a listen, take notes, and start thinking about what success means to you.

In this episode, you'll learn:

What it really means to be successful
The first five of Stephanie's 21 Success Secrets
Why your definition of success matters
How your everyday choices contribute to the life you're building
Why success doesn't have to mean doing more and more
How to start creating your own version of a successful life

This is Part 1 of a three-part series. Be sure to listen to Parts 2 and 3 for the rest of Stephanie's 21 Success Secrets.

Helpful Resources

📝 Daily Journaling Worksheet: stephanieodea.com/daily

✨ New Year, New You Honest Assessment: stephanieodea.com/newyou

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching: stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Podcast Notes

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Have a question you'd like Stephanie to cover, or a Slow Living Story of your own you'd like to share? Leave a voicemail.

Coaching Follow-Up -- Real Clients, Real Results

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Coaching Follow-Up: Real Clients, Real Results

What does coaching actually look like—and could it help you create a life that feels more like your own?

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea talks with Katherine B., a former one-on-one coaching client, about her experience working with Stephanie.

After years of doing things for other people, Katherine reached a point where she realized it was time to do something for herself.

Together, Stephanie and Katherine talk about what led her to seek coaching, what the coaching process was like, and what changed as a result.

Coaching isn't about someone telling you how to live your life.

It's about having the support, perspective, and accountability to figure out what you actually want—and then creating a realistic plan to get there.

If you've ever wondered what life coaching is really about, whether coaching could be right for you, or what it's like to work with Stephanie one-on-one, this episode is a great place to start.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why Katherine decided it was time to seek coaching
What one-on-one coaching with Stephanie actually looks like
Why coaching can be a powerful form of self-care
How having an outside perspective can help you see possibilities you may have overlooked
Why doing something for yourself isn't selfish
How coaching can help you create a realistic plan for the life you actually want
Whether you might be a good candidate for one-on-one coaching

You don't have to keep putting yourself at the bottom of your own list.

Interested in Coaching?

Learn more about working one-on-one with Stephanie at stephanieodea.com/coaching

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching: stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Podcast Notes

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Have a question you'd like Stephanie to cover, or a Slow Living Story of your own you'd like to share? Leave a voicemail.

2, 4, 6 EAT: Intermittent Fasting, Simplified

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0400

2, 4, 6 EAT: Intermittent Fasting, Simplified

Could intermittent fasting be simpler than you think?

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea introduces her 2, 4, 6 EAT approach to intermittent fasting and explains why she believes fasting can be about much more than losing weight.

When Stephanie first heard about intermittent fasting around 2016 or 2017, she thought of it as a starvation diet—or simply another way to hack calorie counting.

She was wrong.

Stephanie shares what changed her mind, what she really thinks about intermittent fasting, and how a simpler approach to eating can fit into a slower, more intentional life.

This episode is based on Stephanie O'Dea's book 2, 4, 6 EAT.

In this episode, you'll learn:

What intermittent fasting actually means
The basic idea behind the 2, 4, 6 EAT method
Why Stephanie believes fasting can be about health—not simply weight loss
How changing when you eat can simplify your daily routine
Why you don't need another complicated diet plan
How to approach food and health in a way that supports the life you actually want

Slow Living isn't about following more rules. It's about finding simple approaches that help you feel better and live more intentionally.

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Podcast Notes

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Sleep: How to Get the Rest You and Your Body Need

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0400

How to Get the Sleep and Rest Your Body Needs

You spend about a third of your life asleep. Are you getting the rest your body actually needs?

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea talks about something we often try to squeeze into the margins of our busy lives: sleep.

If you wake up tired, struggle to fall asleep, wake throughout the night, or find yourself dragging through the day, it may be time to rethink how you're approaching rest.

Stephanie shares her own struggles with sleep apnea, along with practical ideas for creating better sleep habits and planning your days and weeks in a way that supports your energy instead of constantly working against it.

Because Slow Living isn't just about doing less.

It's also about giving your body the time and space it needs to recover.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why sleep is such an important part of a Slow Living lifestyle
How understanding your own sleep patterns can help you plan your days more realistically
Stephanie's experience with sleep apnea
Practical tips for getting a better night's sleep
Why exhaustion can make everything feel harder than it needs to be
How to stop treating rest as something you have to "earn"
Why working with your body's needs can help you get more done—with less stress

You don't have to push through exhaustion. Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is stop and rest.

Download Stephanie's Daily Journaling Worksheet

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Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

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Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching: stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Podcast Notes

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It’s Not You, It’s Your Hormones

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0400

It’s Not You, It’s Your Hormones

Sometimes the problem isn't your motivation, your discipline, or your ability to get things done. Sometimes your body is asking for something different.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea talks about hormones, energy, and planning your life around your body's natural rhythms.

If you've ever started the day with the best intentions, fully convinced you're going to knock everything off your To-Do List—only to find yourself completely exhausted and glued to the couch—you may have wondered, What is wrong with me?

Stephanie's answer: maybe nothing.

Understanding your hormonal cycle can help you recognize patterns in your energy, mood, motivation, and capacity. Instead of constantly pushing yourself to perform at the same level every day, you can begin planning your days and weeks in a way that works with your body rather than against it.

Stephanie also talks about premenopause and why understanding what's happening hormonally can help you stop blaming yourself when your energy and capacity change.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why your energy and motivation can change throughout your hormonal cycle
How understanding your cycle can help you plan your days and weeks more realistically
Why you shouldn't expect yourself to operate at 100% every day
What premenopause is and why it can affect the way you feel and function
How to stop setting yourself up for failure with unrealistic expectations
Why working with your body—not constantly fighting against it—is an important part of Slow Living

You don't have to force yourself through every day at the same speed. Learning to listen to your body can be a powerful form of slowing down.

Books & Resources Mentioned

28 Days: What Your Cycle Reveals About Your Moods, Health and Potential

What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Premenopause

Hormonology

Visit Hormonology

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching: stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Podcast Notes

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How to Align Your Identity With Integrity

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Matching Your Identity With Integrity

Who you believe you are—and how you actually live—need to match.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea explores the intersection of identity and integrity and what happens when the two aren't aligned.

Your identity is how you define yourself—and how you present yourself to the world. Integrity is doing what you believe is right, even when nobody is watching.

But sometimes there's a disconnect between the person we say we are, the person we believe we should be, and the person we're actually allowing ourselves to become.

Stephanie shares her own experience with negative self-talk, mindset, and feeling misaligned, including how she spent years talking herself out of celebrating her own accomplishments and fully owning her wins.

This episode is an invitation to take a closer look at your own identity and ask: Does the way I'm living match the person I say I am?

In this episode, you'll learn:

The difference between identity and integrity
Why your “elevator pitch” can reveal how you see yourself
How negative self-talk can create a disconnect between who you are and who you believe you should be
Why celebrating your accomplishments is part of owning your identity
How to recognize when your thoughts, actions, and beliefs are out of alignment
How to begin creating a life that feels more authentic and intentional

You don't have to become someone completely different. Sometimes you simply need to recognize—and start honoring—the person you already are.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching: stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Podcast Notes

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How to Know Your Number: The FIRE Movement and Financial Independence

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0400

How to Know Your Number: The FIRE Movement and Financial Independence

Financial independence isn't about chasing a bigger and bigger number. It's about knowing what number is enough to support the life you actually want.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O’Dea talks about money, wealth, financial independence, and the FIRE movement—Financial Independence, Retire Early.

Stephanie likes to add a “B” to FIRE: Financial Independence BEFORE Retiring Early.

Money can be an uncomfortable subject, but Stephanie believes it’s important to talk honestly about what numbers matter, what numbers are simply vanity, and how chasing more can sometimes come at the expense of the things that matter most.

After years of working for herself and spending time in the online business world, Stephanie has watched people become so focused on financial milestones, business growth, and appearances that they lose sight of their relationships, health, homes, and families.

Slow Living isn't about giving up on financial goals. It’s about designing your Dream Life first—and then figuring out how your money can support it.

In this episode, you'll learn:

What the FIRE movement means and why financial independence matters
Why Stephanie adds “BEFORE” to Financial Independence, Retire Early
What financial numbers are actually worth paying attention to
The difference between meaningful financial goals and vanity metrics
Why earning more money isn't always the answer
How chasing wealth can sometimes come at the expense of health and relationships
Why knowing your personal “number” can help you create a slower, more intentional life

Books & Resources Mentioned

The Millionaire Next Door

The Simple Path to Wealth

Your Money or Your Life

LuLaRich

Find LuLaRich on Amazon

Mr. Money Mustache

Visit Mr. Money Mustache

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Download the Daily Journaling Worksheet

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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Motivation is a choice

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Motivation Is a Choice

You don't have to feel motivated to take action. Sometimes you just have to do the thing.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O’Dea talks about motivation, taking action, and what to do when you really don't feel like doing the thing you said you were going to do.

When tension and stress are high, it’s easy to wait for motivation to magically appear before getting started. But if you keep waiting to feel motivated, you may end up talking yourself out of taking action altogether.

Stephanie explores why motivation is often a choice—and how taking one small step can help you get unstuck, break out of the same old patterns, and start moving toward the life you actually want.

You can hope, dream, and pray for something to change, but at some point, you have to meet that “something” halfway.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why motivation doesn't always come before action
How waiting to feel motivated can keep you stuck
Why doing the thing—even when you don't feel like it—matters
How small actions can break the cycle of living the same day over and over
Why you don't need a giant burst of energy to make meaningful progress
How to start moving toward what you want, one small step at a time

Daily Journaling Worksheet

Stephanie’s Daily Journaling Worksheet is designed to help you get clear about where you are, where you want to go, and what you can do today to move forward.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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How to Make New Year's Resolutions That Actually Stick

Mon, 03 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0400

How to Make New Year's Resolutions That Actually Stick

Do you love New Year's resolutions—or hate them? Stephanie O'Dea is firmly on Team Resolution.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie talks about how to make goals and New Year's resolutions that are actually aligned with your purpose, vision, and the life you want to create.

Making arbitrary rules for yourself doesn't usually work. If you've tried resolutions in the past and failed to stick with them, it may not be because you lack willpower—it may be because the goal wasn't connected to what you truly want.

Lasting change starts by going within and looking honestly at your habits, actions, beliefs, and priorities. From there, you can make thoughtful, methodical changes that actually fit your life.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why Stephanie is a fan of New Year's resolutions
How to create goals that align with your purpose and vision
Why arbitrary rules and resolutions often fail
How your habits and actions connect to your inner belief system
How to make changes that are realistic and sustainable
Why taking small, intentional steps can help you create lasting change

New Year, New You Worksheet

Stephanie's New Year, New You worksheet is the same exercise she uses with her coaching clients to help clarify goals and create a plan for moving forward.

Find it at stephanieodea.com/newyou

You don't have to reinvent yourself. You just have to get clear about where you want to go—and take the next tiny step.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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Taking Stock of the Here and Now

Mon, 27 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Where are you right now? Where are you headed? And what might be holding you back?

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O’Dea shares the questions she uses with her coaching clients to help them take stock of their lives and begin mapping out their dream life.

While this is a wonderful exercise for the New Year, you don't need to wait for January to do it. Taking time to pause, reflect, and honestly look at where you are—and where you want to go—can help you stop running on the metaphorical hamster wheel and start making intentional choices about your future.

Stephanie walks you through the process of looking at your current life, your goals, your direction, and the things that may be holding you back.

The goal isn't to completely reinvent yourself overnight. It's to figure out what matters, make a realistic plan, and keep moving forward with itty-bitty baby steps.

In this episode, you'll learn:

The questions Stephanie asks her coaching clients when they are ready to map out their dream life
How to take an honest look at where you are right now
How to identify where you want to go next
How to recognize what's holding you back
Why you don't have to have your entire life figured out before you begin
How small, consistent steps can help you move toward your goals
Why slowing down and paying attention can help you create a life that actually feels like yours

Stephanie's approach to goal-setting isn't about cramming more into an already-overpacked life.

It's about stopping, taking stock, making a plan, and moving forward at a pace you can actually sustain.

You are not behind. You don't have to rush. You can start exactly where you are.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Coaching: stephanieodea.com/coaching/

Podcast Notes

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How “Woo” Are You? Turning Belief Into Action

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Can you be a little bit “woo” and still be practical? Absolutely.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea gets personal about her own beliefs, intuition, spirituality, and the ways she incorporates them into everyday life.

Stephanie admits she was a little nervous to record this episode. Would people think she was too “out there”? Would she seem too unconventional—or not “Christian enough”? But ultimately, she decided to talk about it anyway, because this is genuinely how she thinks, believes, and lives.

Stephanie shares what she calls her “spaghetti method” when it comes to religion, belief, spirituality, and the law of attraction: take what resonates with you from different places and traditions, and leave the rest.

But belief alone isn't enough.

Stephanie believes in the importance of intersecting belief with action. Dreaming, visualizing, trusting your intuition, and believing that good things are possible can help shape the life you want—but you still have to take the next step.

In this episode, you'll learn:

What Stephanie means when she describes herself as “woo”
How her “spaghetti method” influences the way she thinks about religion and belief
Why you don't have to fit neatly into one particular belief system
How Stephanie thinks about the law of attraction and visualization
Why belief and action work best together
How to use your own beliefs and intuition as inspiration for taking practical action

You don't have to have everything figured out. You can follow what feels right, stay curious, and still put your feet on the ground and do the work.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/

Podcast Notes

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How to Create a 5-Year Plan for Your Dream Life

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Episode 10 - Planning the Dream - Mapping Out Your 5 Year Plan

Are you living your Dream Life? If not, why not??

In this episode Steph chats about how she planned out her life in 5 year chunks starting at about age 20 —

and how, somehow, even if it doesn’t really “make sense” — everything she's always planned out has come true.

learn how in one of her 5 year chunks of planning out her life she went from being in debt to buying their first suburban home and essentially becoming self-made millionaires by age 30.

listen how one of her dreams was to stay home with her children and how a high-profile court case pushed that dream into fruition — even though “on paper” — quitting this well-paid county job didn’t make any sense?

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does this mean that everything has always been sunshine and roses and sparkly unicorns??

No. Life is always unpredictable and has twists and turns and forks in the road.

Bad things happen. Sickness happens, death happens, natural disasters happen.

but that doesn’t mean you give up on your plan.

I hope you enjoy this episode and it sparks your own internal flame to get your own dream life mapped out.

Podcast Notes

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How to Reach Your Goals Without Sacrificing Your Health, Time or Relationships

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0400

How to Reach Your Goals Without Sacrificing Your Health, Time or Relationships

Do you have a goal or dream that you keep putting off because you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin?

Maybe you want to improve your health, get your finances in order, create a more organized home, strengthen your relationships, or finally make progress on a dream you've been carrying around for years.

You don't have to do everything at once.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea explains how to make meaningful progress toward your goals using her Peace Pyramid—a framework for looking at the major areas of your life together rather than focusing on just one.

The Peace Pyramid includes:

Time Management
Health
Finances
Organization
Relationships

Because what's the point of reaching a financial goal or building the business of your dreams if you destroy your health or your relationships along the way?

Slow Living doesn't mean giving up on your dreams.

It means giving yourself enough time and space to pursue them without creating unnecessary collateral damage in the process.

Stephanie also talks about why taking itty bitty baby steps can be more effective than trying to overhaul your entire life overnight.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to get unstuck when you're not making progress toward your goals
Why you don't have to change your entire life at once
How the Peace Pyramid can help you look at your whole life—not just one goal
Why your health and relationships matter just as much as financial or career success
How to break a big dream into small, manageable steps
Why slowing down can actually help you move forward
How to keep your wild and crazy dreams alive without burning yourself out

You are not destined to run on a hamster wheel.

There is plenty of time.

Take the next little step.

Then the next one.

In This Episode

Segment #1: Getting What You Want When You Want It

Timestamp: 40-second mark

Segment #2: Best Resources & Planning for Success

Timestamp: 10-minute, 30-second mark

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Resources Mentioned

Totally Together

Stephanie's book about organization and simplifying your life.

Younger Next Year

A resource focused on healthy aging and making the most of the years ahead.

Rich Dad Poor Dad

A personal finance book about money, investing, and financial independence.

The 21 Success Secrets of Self-Made Millionaires

A resource about success, goal-setting, and financial independence.

Podcast Notes

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How to Keep Going When Life Feels Overwhelming and Uncertain

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0400

How to Keep Going When Life Feels Overwhelming and Uncertain

What do you do when life suddenly changes—and you don't know what comes next?

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea answers a listener question from Laura, who was experiencing deep grief and overwhelm after the unexpected death of her husband.

There is no easy way through grief. Losing someone you love can turn even the simplest everyday tasks into enormous challenges, and the uncertainty of life afterward can feel completely overwhelming.

Stephanie offers a gentle reminder: you don't have to figure everything out at once.

Sometimes Slow Living means taking life one small step at a time, especially when circumstances are difficult and you don't have control over what happens next.

In this episode, Stephanie talks about:

How to keep going during uncertain times
What to do when you're feeling overwhelmed by circumstances you can't control
Breaking old habits and moving forward
Taking small steps when life feels impossible
Giving yourself permission to slow down during periods of grief
Finding a little breathing room when everything feels like too much
Why you don't have to have the entire future figured out

If you're going through a difficult season, please know that you don't have to rush your way through it.

One day at a time. One little step at a time.

And for Laura—and anyone else listening who is grieving—Stephanie sends the very best bubbles of kindness, support, and cyber hugs.

In This Episode

Segment #1: Breaking Habits & Moving Forward

Timestamp: 40-second mark

Segment #2: Listener Questions & Dealing With Grief

Timestamp: 8-minute mark

A Resource for Widows

This episode originally included a recommendation for Widows in Motion, a resource for women navigating life after the loss of a spouse.

Widows in Motion

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Podcast Notes

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How to Slow Down During the Holidays: Boundaries, Planning & Less Stress

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0400

How to Slow Down During the Holidays: Boundaries, Planning & Less Stress

The holidays are supposed to be joyful—but they can also be incredibly stressful.

Between family obligations, packed schedules, last-minute invitations, pushy relatives, shopping, traditions, and expectations, it's easy to find yourself rushing through the season instead of actually enjoying it.

And the holidays can bring up a lot emotionally, too. Memories may be joyful and nostalgic, but they can also bring up sadness, anxiety, and difficult family dynamics.

So here's your reminder:

You do not have to be everything to everybody.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea shares practical ways to slow down during the holiday season, set healthy boundaries, and make a plan before the holiday chaos begins.

Stephanie's favorite strategy? Make your plan when you're feeling calm and clear-headed—not when you're already overwhelmed.

Think about what you actually want your holiday season to look and feel like. Then make decisions that support that vision.

In this episode, Stephanie talks about:

How to slow down during the holidays
Setting boundaries with pushy relatives
Handling last-minute invitations
Planning ahead so you aren't making decisions under stress
Giving yourself permission to say no
Letting go of the pressure to make everyone happy
Creating a holiday season you genuinely enjoy
What to do when the holidays bring up difficult emotions

You don't have to enjoy every single moment of the holidays.

But you can decide what matters most to you—and protect space for it.

You do you.

In This Episode

Segment #1: MOP Session Takeaways & Planning for the Holiday Season

Timestamp: 40-second mark

Segment #2: Listener Questions

Timestamp: 9-minute mark

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Visit A Year of Slow Cooking

Podcast Notes

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Slow Cooker Questions Answered: Cooking for Two, Cooking Too Fast & More

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Slow Cooker Questions Answered: Cooking for Two, Cooking Too Fast & More

If you have a slow cooker sitting in your kitchen but aren't quite sure how to make it work for you, Stephanie O'Dea has answers.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie answers some of the most common slow cooker questions she's received over the years—including why a slow cooker might be cooking too quickly and how to slow cook when you're cooking for two.

Stephanie got her start writing online in 2008, when she made a New Year's resolution to use her Crock-Pot slow cooker every day for an entire year and document the experience at A Year of Slow Cooking.

What started as a challenge turned into a much bigger adventure.

After making roughly 1,000 slow cooker recipes, Stephanie learned an awful lot about how these handy kitchen appliances work—and she still thinks they're amazing.

In this episode, she shares practical slow cooker tips that can help make meal preparation easier, less stressful, and more manageable.

In this episode, you'll learn:

What to do if your slow cooker seems to be cooking too quickly
Tips for slow cooking when you're cooking for two
How a slow cooker can make meal planning easier
Ways to use your slow cooker to simplify dinner
How Stephanie went from a mom experimenting with a Crock-Pot to writing about slow cooking online full-time

Stephanie's slow cooker philosophy is simple: make dinner easier so you have more time and energy for the rest of your life.

A Year of Slow Cooking

Want all of Stephanie's slow cooker recipes?

Visit A Year of Slow Cooking, where Stephanie documented her original year-long challenge and shares her extensive collection of slow cooker recipes.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Podcast Notes

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How to Raise Calm Kids in a Fast-Paced World: Slow Parenting

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0400

How to Raise Calm Kids in a Fast-Paced World: Slow Parenting

How do you raise calm, peaceful, confident kids when everything around them seems to be moving faster and faster?

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea talks about Slow Parenting and practical ways to help children slow down, build self-esteem, become more self-reliant, and feel connected to the people who love them.

This topic is especially close to Stephanie's heart. Before becoming a mom herself, she ran a preschool center housed in a homeless shelter in the heart of Silicon Valley. Her background in early childhood education has shaped the way she approaches parenting, discipline, and connection.

Stephanie shares:

Her favorite way to connect with her children
The discipline approach she has used with her own children and the kids she works with
How to encourage self-esteem and self-reliance
Three things she says to her children every day—no matter what
The Stay Listening Method for connecting with your kids
Why slowing down can help create calmer, more peaceful family life

This episode also includes Stephanie's first listener question, beginning a tradition of answering questions from listeners on the podcast.

Slow Parenting

Slow Parenting isn't about being a perfect parent or creating a completely stress-free household.

It's about slowing down enough to really see your children, listen to them, and enjoy them.

You don't have to do everything perfectly.

You don't have to fill every minute.

Sometimes the most important thing you can give your child is your time and attention.

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📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

Resources Mentioned

123 Magic — 123 Magic

Hand in Hand Parenting — Hand in Hand Parenting

Second Step — Second Step

Kimochis — Kimochis

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How to Take Small Steps Toward the Life You Want: Steps 4 & 5 to Slow Living

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0400

How to Take Small Steps Toward the Life You Want: Steps 4 & 5 to Slow Living

Slow Living doesn't mean sitting around waiting for life to happen.

Step 4 is about taking action—and Step 5 is about adjusting as you go.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea breaks down the final two steps of her five-step approach to Slow Living:

Step 4: Take Teeny Tiny Baby Steps — Move forward bit by bit instead of trying to change everything at once.

Step 5: Tweak & Fine-Tune — Pay attention to what's working, what's not, and make adjustments as needed.

Creating the life you've dreamed about doesn't require one giant transformation. Small, consistent actions can move you forward, and you can always modify your plan along the way.

In this episode, Stephanie talks about the importance of taking action, moving forward slowly, and giving yourself permission to change course when something isn't working.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why taking small daily actions can be more effective than trying to change everything at once
How to move toward the life you actually want, one step at a time
Why Slow Living doesn't mean standing still
How to recognize when something in your plan needs to change
Why it's okay to tweak, modify, and fine-tune your plans
How small, consistent steps can create meaningful change over time

You don't have to have the entire path figured out.

Take the next small step. Then see what happens.

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📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

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How to Find Your Direction and Stay Present: Steps 2 & 3 to Slow Living

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 05:00:00 -0400

How to Find Your Direction and Stay Present: Steps 2 & 3 to Slow Living

If you want to slow down, it helps to know where you're going.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea breaks down Steps 2 and 3 of her five-step approach to Slow Living:

Step 2: Program Your GPS — Get clear about where you're headed and what you actually want your life to look like.

Step 3: Stay Present and Positive — Stop worrying so much about what's already happened or what might happen next, and learn to focus on where you are right now.

When you're trying to transform your life, you don't have to change everything overnight. It's better to take it slowly, work through each step, and make small, sustainable changes.

In this episode, Stephanie breaks Steps 2 and 3 into bite-sized pieces and explains how knowing your direction—and staying present along the way—can help you create a slower, calmer, more intentional life.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why it's important to know where you're headed before you start making big changes
How to "program your GPS" for the life you actually want
Why staying present can help you slow down
How to cultivate a more positive mindset
Why you don't have to figure everything out at once
How taking small steps can help you create lasting change

Keep Going

Stephanie has written more about the idea of finding and calibrating your inner GPS:

Calibrating Your Inner GPS:

Read Stephanie's article

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📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

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How to Declutter Your Life and Start Living More Slowly (The P.R.O.M. Method)

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 09:00:00 -0400

How to Declutter Your Life and Start Living More Slowly (The P.R.O.M. Method)

Step 1 to Slow Living is decluttering everything that isn't working for you.

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea introduces the P.R.O.M. method for decluttering your life: Purge, Remove, Organize, Maintain.

Sometimes, in order to have MORE in your life, you have to start by removing what's getting in the way.

And we're not just talking about stuff.

Stephanie talks about decluttering things, people, activities, commitments, and everyday responsibilities that may no longer be serving you.

The goal isn't to create a perfectly organized life. It's to create more space for the people, activities, and experiences you actually want.

In this episode, you'll learn:

The four steps of the P.R.O.M. decluttering method
Why decluttering isn't just about getting rid of physical stuff
How to identify things, activities, and commitments that aren't working for you
Why removing things can create more time, energy, and peace
How simplifying your surroundings and your schedule can help you Slow Down

The P.R.O.M. method comes from Stephanie's book Clean Less, Play More.

You don't need to do more. Sometimes you simply need to do less.

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📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World