The Lively Show

Today I’ve got a fresh batch of “favorites” to share with you from July! I’m chatting about some recent jewelry purchases, the prettiest chocolate bars I’ve ever eaten (with inventive flavorings), the spiritual teachings I’ve been listening to all summer, and some favorite spots and cocktails from London and Edinburgh. This episode is for anyone who wants to hear about some fun new jewelry purchases, spiritual teachings, and floral infused foods and cocktails to try.     IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   Why I love jewelry so much, especially when I travel. How chocolate from Coco Chocolatier is the best - they have organic chocolates in stunning papers. How milk chocolate and rose, milk chocolate and lavender, and dark chocolate earl grey tea and bergamot are some of my favorite chocolates. How Dishoom's Edwina's Affair has the best description for a drink: “The hush-hush love triangle of gin, rose and cardamom, in a secret garden of fresh mint, strewn with candied rose p

Today’s Lively Show episode is inspired by a moment I had next to a set of crystallized coasters in an Anthropologie in Edinburgh, Scotland. Inspiration really can come from all sources, eh?  : ) As I stared wistfully at the coasters, vintage inspired glasses, and brass bottle openers, I had a powerful realization about the ‘blend’ of things our lives, the power of imagination, and our limiting beliefs about appreciation and gratitude. This episode is perfect for anyone who is finding themselves envious of the relationships, homes, families, travel, clothing, etc. of people they know, or the people they follow on social media.   [Tweet "“Sometimes the blend of our lives goes a bit more in one direction than another." - @jessclively"] [Tweet "“We do not need to own to appreciate." - @jessclively"] [Tweet "“Use your imagination and connect with your intuition." - @jessclively"]   IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   How drink coasters from Anthropologie taught me the empowering truth about

In today’s Lively Adventure episode I’m sharing what I learned from Dhanakosa, a weeklong Buddhist Meditation Retreat, that I participated in the Scottish Highlands last week. I’m sharing what the retreat itself was like, what I personally experienced during my self-reflection regarding relationships, and lessons learned from processing physical and emotional pain. This episode is perfect for anyone interested in learning more about what the meditation retreat was like or those who are looking for a way to process physical or emotional pain.     [Tweet "“It too shall pass." - @jessclively"] [Tweet "“Practice and all is coming." - @jessclively"] [Tweet "“Suffering comes from the story I assign to the pain, not the pain itself." - @jessclively"]   IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   The Buddhist meditation retreat is a week long retreat and included four meditations a day, each about 20-35 min and then long periods of silence. How it allowed me to be active while getting to know the p

Today I’ve got a fun episode covering many questions asked in this July’s Q+A call out. I’m discussing a variety of subjects including: how I found my coaches, whether I’m feeling freedom (or boredom) from my travel capsule wardrobe, my advice for overcoming vices, things I miss about the US, my “must see” recommendations, and my experiences dating internationally. This episode is perfect for anyone interested in learning about the subjects I shared above along with my travel approach, intuition + career, and more.   IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   Where are you staying during your travels? Do you figure it out one day at a time? What do you miss most about the US? It seems like your coaches have been incredibly helpful and influential during this huge transition period. I was wondering how you found them and how you knew they were the right fit for you? I've been loving following along on your adventure! I'd love to know if you're finding any new rituals or routines ab

Today’s Lively Adventure is about the empowering truth behind what happens when what you have in your life, like a job, home, relationship, or wallet is taken away from you - willingly or unwillingly. I’m sharing the mindset shift that helped me make the decision to peacefully give up what I spent 10 years carefully creating in the span of just a few days, as well as coming to terms with a few other things that have been removed from my life without consent. This episode is perfect for anyone who has either had something they love taken away from them, or for anyone who is contemplating a change that will require them to release something they love from their lives.     [Tweet "“You're not all or nothing" - @JessCLively"]   IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   Why I took a day off from traveling and just stayed in to be able to reflect inward and take a break from all the sensory overload while traveling. I tell you the story of when my wallet was stolen and how it applies to my cur

Today’s favorites episode covers a wide array of shopping, reading, and watching… from bikinis to Euro cup! I’ll be sharing the Portuguese swimsuit trend I can’t believe I’ve adopted(!), one of my new favorite clothing lines, a face mask that has helped tame the acne that has cropped up on this trip, and my favorite new scent. Plus, I’ll be sharing about a new book from a Lively Show guest I had the privilege of reading that is all about masculine + feminine energy and relationships. : ) This episode is perfect for anyone looking for a good book to read, or for anyone who is interested in what I’ve picked up along my travels.       SHOW NOTES   Oysho Bikini #1 Oysho Bikini #2 Diptyque Geranium Odorata Roll-On Comptoir Des Cotonniers - Black Silk Top Rituals Foaming Shower Gel!!!! Obey Your Body Purifying Clay Mask Bingo Theory  by Mimi Ikonn TLS #103 with Anna Gardner (Vivianna Does Makeup) TLS #136: My 5 Favorite Guided Meditation Apps TLS #113: A huge dose of life, business & relati

This week on TLS I'm sharing the real deal: I had a pretty disorienting week. I'm feeling a bit like a fish out of water - I’m not quite sure where I belong in the world and where I'll end up in the next few weeks, months, or years (as much as my ego would like to start gnawing on these questions and answers now). In the episode, I'll be sharing what I've learned from this fuzzy period so far, and how we can all approach confusing moments like these in our lives. This episode is perfect for anyone who is feeling like they want to know the “answers” to aspects of their lives, yet life is telling them it's not yet time to know.     [Tweet "“It’s all ok - the answers will come - you’re right where you need to be - you’re doing a great job!" - @JessCLively"] [Tweet "“Have faith - find the Flow - and go from that point into the Adventure that will follow" - @JessCLively"]   IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   I’ll tell you about why I have a feeling of disorientation. I explain what the

Today’s Lively Adventure is all about what happens when the flowing in our lives… stops flowing. After 5 or 6 weeks of being in the flow in my life - and reaping the peaceful, fun, and surprising adventures that came from this way of living - this last week the “flow” slowed to a trickle. Okay, maybe not even a trickle. Today, I’m sharing what that experience was like, what helped (and what didn’t help), and what I hope may benefit anyone else feeling this way in their own lives. This episode is perfect for anyone who is going through some really tough times and feel like finding the flow is just not happening.   IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   How tough the Flow was as my Ego was guiding the Adventure. How important thought and mindset is in our lives, both now and in general. Why we don’t need things in order to live a beautiful, content, joyful, and creative life. What I learned to be the most important thing, which is sometimes we just go against the flow, and that's

Today’s Lively Adventure subject is one that is near and very dear to my heart right now: Internal Alignment vs. External Expectations. This is something that I’ve been practicing in recent weeks and is very important to me as I share with you what I’m going through as it unfolds live. And it’s also a powerful practice that can benefit us all, no matter what our current circumstances may be. This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to make sure they are following their intuition instead of the expectations of others in their lives.   IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   Why I am focusing on internal alignment on my travels throughout Europe and how my intuition is guiding that process. The reason I’m not reading and responding to comments on the Blog, Vlog, and Podcast as I usually do. How I am getting into the Flow for my Adventure. How do I get out of these traps that the Ego puts us in that steers us into an outcome or relationships that we want them to go for. The im

Today on The Lively Show, I’m answering listener questions about all things travel, from how to talk to strangers and make new friends, to the lessons I’ve learned so far, and what European city I can see myself living in later this year. In addition, I’m also sharing the best advice I’ve ever received (which I still use today), my favorite nail polish, and more. This episode is perfect for anyone interested in hearing about travel tips I’ve picked up along the way, the value of mentorship, and more.     IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   How are you liking Europe and what are you learning about yourself? What are your travel essentials? Was there anything you could have left behind that you don’t find yourself using as much as you thought? Name you top 3 favorite things and experiences so far about your European adventure. What is the best advice you received and how did it affect your life? What’s been a high point and what’s been a low point on your adventure? Which

This week I’d like to share how I’ve used my two newest Values in my life and travels to give me a sense of direction and clarity over the past month. Though there are still tons of unknowns in my life, like where I’m going to live, when I’ll come back to the states, or where I’m going to go next 9 days from now... I have been surprisingly peaceful, present, and become even more grounded lately than when I was living in my home in Ann Arbor. I believe that my focus on these two Values in my Values-based intention are the reason for this, and they are Values that we all can apply to our lives no matter what our living arrangements may be. This episode is perfect for anyone wanting to learn about a new Values-based intention that can help bring clarity, peace, and groundedness to even the most uncertain of adventures.     [Tweet ""Let Flow lead to the Adventure." - @JessCLively"]   IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   I talk about my two newest Values: Adventure and Flow. Flow is feminin

Today’s May Favorites episode includes the fiction book that I can’t stop listening to, the TV show that inspires me every time I watch, and some items I’ve picked on my travels. In addition, I’m also sharing the popular fashion trends that I’ve noticed from women in France, Portugal, and London. This episode is perfect for anyone interested in hearing about what I’ve been loving in May as well as anyone who wants to hear a bit about the street fashion I’ve noticed in Europe so far.     IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   The books and music I've been listening to lately on my travels. My experience with Facial Reflexology. How my eating habits has affected my skin. Why I spent a crazy amount of money on a striped black and white T-shirt. What stuff people love in France, Portugal and the UK   SHOW NOTES "Hold One" by Rivvrs Musician Chris Ayer TLS #85 with Alisa Vitti The Blemish Stick with Tea Tree Oil from The Body Shop Audible.com The Agony and the Ecstasy by

Welcome to Season 3 of The Lively Show! Today I am SO pumped to share a big change in my own life that unfolded the week before I left for Europe and the process I applied to making that decision. In today’s episode, I’ll be sharing what it means to “put out a fleece” in order to make a huge life change. — I’ll be sharing where this idea comes from, how I used it in my own decision, and how you can apply this to your own life choices as well. This episode is perfect for anyone who is looking to hear about an exciting new development in my life (which felt scary when it first happened) and for anyone looking to learn about a new way to make big decisions with faith and as much clarity as possible. Also, because of this new and unexpected chapter of my life unfolding in real time, I’m going to be sharing the life experiences, perspectives, and lessons I’m learning as I follow this new path on solo shows each Thursday this summer during this “Lively Adventure.” Traditional Thursday interviews will resume

Today’s All Star episode comes from mid-way through season 1 of TLS, and made a huge splash back when it aired and is definitely worth a second listen -- or a first time listen if you are new to the show. : ) Designer and blogger, Kate Arends, of the very popular Wit and Delight, goes into a wide array of subjects including what minimalism is really about, the perceived pressure she feels to make her home amazing, her past mental health challenges, and she dishes out the most reshared quote in TLS history about authenticity. This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to learn more about minimalism, authenticity, thriving with mental health issues, or designing for Target.   [Tweet ""Authenticity is not needing external approval to feel good about your actions." - @witanddelight"]   IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   How homeownership is going for Kate and her husband, and the journey they took to find the home they recently purchased. Kate's thoughts on how minimalism has been warp

Today’s TLS episode is one of the most listened to episodes of all time -- and this All Star guest has personally influenced my daily habits in more ways than any other guest thus far. In this interview, hormone specialist, integrative nutritionist, and Flo Living founder, Alisa Vitti, shares some surprising facts and an entirely new way of approaching our lives. For example: Did you know that today’s traditional nutrition, work schedule, and exercise recommendations are all centered around male hormone patterns? Did you know things like PMS, cramps, unexplained infertility, low libido, PCOS, endometriosis, fibroids, and eczema are improved (or even fixable) by optimizing our hormones? This episode is perfect for women looking to understand how we can optimize our hormones to improve every aspect of our lives.     [Tweet "“Our hormones and our bodies are not a liability, they’re our power source.” - @FLOliving"] [Tweet "“Your body is telling you everything you need to know.” - @FLOliving"]

Today’s Lively Show All Star is life coach and straight shooter, Brooke Castillo, of The Life Coach School and The Life Coach School Podcast. I have loved getting to know Brooke as a guest and friend since this interview first aired, and I still go back and listen to this episode to get a refresher on the truth and liberation that Brooke delivers in this interview. In particular, I LOVE the part where she shared that every emotion we think we will feel “once X, Y, or Z happens” is actually available to us right now, in this very moment. And the part about thoughts, emotions, and actions has become a powerful aspect of Work + Worth as well. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to understand the concept of “ego” (as I refer to it on the show) and wants to learn a step-by-step process to change negative thought patterns.     [Tweet "“The body you’re in is the body you’re meant to be in. There has been no mistake.” - @BrookeCastillo"] [Tweet "“There is no emotion that isn’t available to yo

Today we are kicking off a special series for May: we're revisiting the most re-listened to episodes from Seasons 1 and 2 of TLS.  And I’ll be sharing the insights that have personally stuck with me the most from these incredible guests since the episodes first aired as well. To kick things off, we are starting with best-selling author Elizabeth Gilbert. In this episode, Liz shares on a variety of topics including one of her newest books, Big Magic, creativity, curiosity vs. passion, and her thoughts on being a trickster and student. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to have a more compassionate + creative life, career, and relationship with themselves.     [Tweet "“Honor your creativity so much that you don’t demand it to provide for your entire life.” - @GilbertLiz"] [Tweet "“None of us are entitled to any outcome ever. This is the fiercest truth that there is about life on earth.” - @GilbertLiz"] [Tweet "“Practice on yourself the great tenderhearted passion you want to show to th

Today's April Favorites is all about travel! I've spent countless hours trying to optimize my packing list for Europe since I'm traveling for an unknown amount of time (1-3 months?) to unknown destinations -- with just a carry on and a duffle bag. Though I'm sure I will learn a lot along the way, I'm sharing the carry on, duffle bag, tech, clothing, and more that I've decided to at least start the trip with. ; ) This episode is perfect for anyone looking to hear how I'm approaching the open-ended trip, or for anyone looking to hear about some great clothing, tech, books, and TV shows to check out.      IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   My favorite new carry on, duffle bag, and computer case. My favorite new coat, sweater, and sandals for travel. The newest book that's changed my life. My favorite TV show in April.   SHOW NOTES   Megan Bowers, Pictory Productions What's in My Gluten-Free Grocery Bag Vlog Everlane Anorak Rain Coat Everlane Crewneck sweater The True Cost

Today’s Lively Show is the season 2 finale! We are speaking with the incomparable Myleik Teele, founder of CurlBox and MyTaughtYou.com. Myleik was a huge hit on Season 1 and in today’s episode we are both answering listener questions from Myleik’s podcast, My Taught You. As you’ll hear, we each have slightly different approaches to life, and our conversation builds on one another’s perspectives in a way that is hopefully helpful and interesting. (And if you’d like to hear more episodes like this with Myleik [or other guests], please let me know!) This episode is perfect for anyone interested in hearing two slightly different viewpoints and shared perspectives on several different topics in life, love, and career.     [Tweet "“You have to keep working at it." - @myleik"] [Tweet "“Don’t panic. Just make a plan." - @myleik"] [Tweet "“Your life should be lived the way you want to live it." - @myleik"] [Tweet "“Feelings are not facts." - @myleik"]   IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL FIND OUT ABOUT   Myle

Today’s Lively Show is with a beloved returning guest, Dana Shultz, of Minimalist Baker. In today’s show, we’re discussing an unknown, ongoing health issue that has led to Dana losing about 50% of her hair over the past year and a half and triggered a host of life lessons along the way. The doubts, vulnerability, and concerns Dana discusses are ones that many of us can relate to in various aspects of our lives - aging, illness, weight gain/loss, body changes with pregnancy, and more. This episode is perfect for anyone struggling with an ongoing health or self-worth issue that wants to feel connection and a bit less alone in their journey.     [Tweet "“Our intuition knows already, it’s just that we are afraid to ask." - @minimalistbaker"] [Tweet "“Just check-in with yourself." - @minimalistbaker"] [Tweet "“Meditation is like getting a massage, but for your mind." - @minimalistbaker"] [Tweet "“Reach out and share your struggles with other people." - @minimalistbaker"]   IN THIS EPISODE YOU’