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Text your thoughts and questions! We all want to be in alignment because we know it’s a good thing. But what does being in alignment actually mean? And what are we aligning ourselves and our businesses to? Chantelle Andercastle joins me on the podcast today as we break down this buzzword and figure out how we can start taking aligned action. This week, episode 213 of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast is about making better decisions when you align your actions! Chantelle Andercastle is a mentor to service-based business owners and the author of the Aligned Action series for solo entrepreneurs.She offers hands-on help for clients to save time and skip steps, demystify business, and get things done in ways that feel aligned. Chantelle is the host of two popular shows, The Aligned Action Podcast and The Human Design Profiles: an Entrepreneurship Podcast. In this episode of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, Chantelle Andercastle helps me define “alignment” and what we mean when we use it. She also gives you actionable steps to take right now to find your alignment by asking yourself, “aligned to what?” Chantelle and I cover the following topics: From a productivity standpoint, once you figure out what you want to be in alignment with, you can use it as a blueprint so that every decision you make is a direct reflection of your mission, vision, and values. Learn more about Positively LivingⓇ and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CHANTELLE ANDERCASTLE: Clear Quartz Creative Instagram Aligned Action Podcast Human Design Profiles Podcast CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY: Instagram Resources Work with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.) The Best Way for Creative Entrepreneurs to Build a Business with Lisa Robbin Young Why the Simple Act of Pausing Will Make You More Productive Ethical Marketing Rebellion with Dr Michelle Mazur Stay tuned for Lisa’s episode on the Human Design Profiles Podcast…Coming Soon! Dance Song Playlist V1, V2,

Text your thoughts and questions! Being ethical is defined as conforming to a standard of what’s right and good. While there are definitely certain practices that obviously fit that, there are also many grey areas that we may not agree with, but are not technically unethical practices either. In my conversation today with guest Sarah Heeter, our conversation of what it means to be an ethical coach naturally transitioned into being ethically aligned with colleagues, collaborators, and coaches. This week, episode 212 of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast is about why you need to align ethically with your coach! Sarah K. Heeter is the founder & CEO of Podfox Media, a podcast production & strategic consultation company, & the co-host of the podcast Big Brave Business. She is a voice for business ethics, camaraderie and connection, and revolutionary leadership in entrepreneurship. In this episode of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, Sarah Heeter and I discuss the importance of defining your personal ethics and core values so that you can align yourself with others who have similar beliefs, both personally and professionally. Sarah and I cover the following topics: When it comes to personal ethics and ethical mentorship, the goal is to focus on and understand your own ethics first. This way you can find others who align with them: those who are the best fit for you. Could you use some support? Ready for a quick win and to try coaching with Lisa? The Productivity Boost session is a speed-round strategy that is highly effective for shifting a habit, quickly reviewing your weekly schedule, discussing productivity related tech and systems, and moving past decision hurdles for prioritizing. You'll walk away encouraged and inspired to take action! Go to https://www.positivelyproductive.com/plpboost for a very special listener discount! CONNECT WITH SARAH HEETER: Podfox media Big Brave Business Podcast Instagram LinkedIn CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY: Facebook Instagram Resources Work with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.) How Your Personal and Business Brands Connect with Karley Cunningham Dance Song Playlist V1, V2,

Text your thoughts and questions! Being a mom and an entrepreneur is quite the combo and certainly not for the faint of heart. Today’s guest and fellow mompreneur, Reena Friedman Watts, knows this to be true. She returns to the podcast to share her experiences and challenges as she navigates life transitions while seemingly juggling it all. This week, episode 211 of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast is about life and business advice from a multi-passionate mom entrepreneur! Reena Friedman Watts is a television producer, podcast host and mompreneur. Throughout her career, she has worked on reality TV shows such as The Jerry Springer Show and Court TV. Reena has been a host on her own podcast, “Better Call Daddy” since 2020 and produced 350+ episodes thus far. She’s interviewed guests like Evan Carmichael, Jerry Springer, Nanny Yvonne, James Altucher, Aleeza Ben Shalom, and many others. In addition to her podcast, Reena coaches entrepreneurs on finding their first clients, and helps people produce their own podcasts. In this episode of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, Reena catches us up on her life since being coached on the podcast in 2022. She shares how she has learned to prioritize her values and gives you actionable steps to take right now to leverage your transferable skills to follow your passions in life and business. Reena and I cover the following topics: Be proud of all you do for you and for so many others. Keep choosing what lights you up and celebrate your wins, whether big or small. Could you use some support? Ready for a quick win and to try coaching with Lisa? The Productivity Boost session is a speed-round strategy that is highly effective for shifting a habit, quickly reviewing your weekly schedule, discussing productivity related tech and systems, and moving past decision hurdles for prioritizing. You'll walk away encouraged and inspired to take action! Go to https://www.positivelyproductive.com/plpboost for a very special listener discount! CONNECT WITH REENA FRIEDMAN WATTS: Better Call Daddy LinkedIn Instagram X (Formerly Twitter) CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY: Instagram Resources Work with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.) Ep 112: [Strategy Call] Managing Stress and Making the Most of Moving with Reena Friedman Watts Ep 51: Balancing Family and Business with Roxanne Ferber Ep 156: How to Reduce Mental Load as a Parent or Caregiver with Roxanne Ferber

Text your thoughts and questions! During Mental Health Awareness Month, I wanted to revisit the practice of gratitude, a topic we have covered on the podcast before and is a personal favorite of mine. Studies have shown that having a gratitude practice is a powerful, yet simple healing habit that has a direct impact on your mental wellbeing. This week, episode 210 of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast is about one of the simplest habits that improves mental wellbeing! In this episode of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, I’m revisiting what gratitude is, the scientific benefits of it, and actionable steps to take right now to incorporate a gratitude practice into your daily life. I also cover the following topics: Gratitude is one of the strongest allies we can have as we fight for our wellness. It creates a positive foundation for the things we want more of and counteracts the things we don’t. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways! Learn more about Positively LivingⓇ and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/ Could you use some support? Ready for a quick win and to try coaching with Lisa? The Productivity Boost session is a speed-round strategy that is highly effective for shifting a habit, quickly reviewing your weekly schedule, discussing productivity related tech and systems, and moving past decision hurdles for prioritizing. You'll walk away encouraged and inspired to take action! Go to https://www.positivelyproductive.com/plpboost for a very special listener discount! CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY: Facebook Instagram Resources Work with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.) Ep 183: No Fail Gratitude Journal Approach for Your Busy Life Ep 132: 4 Ways You Are Already Practicing Gratitude Ep 4: The Power of Gratitude Ep 159: Why You Must Savor and Celebrate Your Success Dance Song Playlist V1, V2, V3 Music by Ian and Jeff Zawrotny Start your own podcast with

Text your thoughts and questions! In our hustle and grind world, it’s easy to get so focused on achievement that we forget about honoring and understanding life experiences in order to heal and grow. There’s a lot of irony in this because, in actuality, when we take care of our needs, instead of pushing past them for the sake of productivity, we actually become more productive. This week, episode 209 of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast is about how to motivate yourself by meeting your needs first! In this episode of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, I share how meeting your basic needs can help you to focus on your bigger goals and I provide actionable steps to take right now to assess your needs and how to address them. I cover the following topics: Don’t fall victim to the hustle culture that encourages you to push past burnout. There is nothing more important than your physical and emotional well-being. And when you prioritize that, productivity will follow. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways! Learn more about Positively LivingⓇ and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/ Could you use some support? Ready for a quick win and to try coaching with Lisa? The Productivity Boost session is a speed-round strategy that is highly effective for shifting a habit, quickly reviewing your weekly schedule, discussing productivity related tech and systems, and moving past decision hurdles for prioritizing. You'll walk away encouraged and inspired to take action! Go to https://www.positivelyproductive.com/plpboost for a very special listener discount! CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY: Facebook Instagram Resources Work with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.) Your Mental Health is More Important than Productivity (buzzsprout.com) Conquer Your Inner Critic through Play with Jeff Harry (buzzsprout.com) Dance Song Playlist V1, V2, V3 Music by Ian and Jeff Zawrotny Start your own podcast with Buzzsprout!

Text your thoughts and questions! If you’re a creative person who has anxiety, you know how anxious thoughts and feelings can be a massive block when it comes to your creativity. But when we start to recognize and understand our anxiety we can learn to integrate it into our creative process and leverage it. Today’s guest, Gregory Halpen, knows this to be true as he faced his own journey of finding ways to manage his anxiety in a way that doesn’t hinder his creativity. This week, episode 208 of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast is about how to make your anxiety a creative advantage! Gregory Halpen has 30+ years of experience as a gay men’s leadership coach, solo theater artist, stage & TV actor, and singer. Gregory teaches leaders how to get out of their heads and lead from the heart. In this episode of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, Gregory Halpen shares how anxiety manifests itself in our creative process and gives you actionable steps to take right now to recognize and understand your anxiety so that you can find ways to interrupt and redirect it into something positive. Gregory and I cover the following topics: Remember, whether it’s anxiety or anything else that challenges you, you are a person with a heart and soul first. And when you accept that, you can choose whether or not you let this part of yourself hold you back. Could you use some support? Ready for a quick win and to try coaching with Lisa? The Productivity Boost session is a speed-round strategy that is highly effective for shifting a habit, quickly reviewing your weekly schedule, discussing productivity-related tech and systems, and moving past decision hurdles for prioritizing. You'll walk away encouraged and inspired to take action! Go to https://www.positivelyproductive.com/plpboost for a very special listener discount! CONNECT WITH GREGORY HALPEN: Website Creative Juices Podcast Instagram CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY: Instagram Resources Work with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.) Boost Productivity and Well-being with a Toxic People Detox Emotions, Intuition, and Authenticity with Kristen Kubik Internal Family Systems As a Proven Treatment for Burnout with Katie LaCelle Two-Minute Transition Meditation Dance Song Playlist

Text your thoughts and questions! Our mental health drives so many aspects of our lives and can either limit or lighten us. Thankfully, the more we understand it, the better we can tend to it, and the more likely we are to thrive. Holistic therapist Keri Cooper joins the podcast today to share how focusing on the physical foundations of wellness significantly impacts our mental health. This week, episode 207 of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast is about how when you focus on physical wellness, your mental health improves! Keri Cooper, LCSW, is the owner of Keri Cooper Holistic Therapy in northern New Jersey. In her private practice, she counsels teens and works to give them the tools they need to navigate life. Keri takes a holistic approach to therapy, looking at the whole person, not just their symptoms. Keri is the author of Mental Health Uncensored: 10 Foundations Every Parent Needs To Know, a book designed to give parents steps on how to improve their child’s mental health. Her second book is a workbook for teens, Mental Health Uncensored: 10 Foundations Every Teen Needs To Know. She is a graduate of the University Of Pennsylvania and when Keri isn't busy working with teens, she is busy with her own four children and her flock of chickens. In this episode of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, Keri shares the link between our physical and mental health and gives you actionable steps to take right now to use the 5 physical foundations we cover in this episode to improve your overall wellbeing. Keri and I cover the following topics: These foundational practices may seem obvious yet many of us ignore the fundamentals when we need them most. The key to improving your mental health isn’t expensive or complex; it all comes down to the basics. CONNECT WITH KERI COOPER: Website Instagram Mental Health Uncensored: 10 Foundations Every Parent Needs to Know Mental Health Uncensored Teen Workbook: 10 Foundations Every Teen Needs to Know CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY: Facebook Instagram Resources Work with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.) Check out the blog post for this episode to see all related podcast episodes. Dance Song Playlist V3

Text your thoughts and questions! We often think of burnout as something obvious and big–where we cross a line and that’s it! We’re down for the count. But burnout is more nuanced than that and the early and more subtle signs can zip by us undetected, leading us to hit rock bottom and ask ourselves, “How did I get here?” This week, episode 206 of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast is about the early signs of burnout that may surprise you! In this episode of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, I share how burnout is not something that only happens once, especially when constantly left untreated, and I offer actionable steps to take right now to spot it quicker so that you can come back from it fully and create a life that doesn’t welcome it. I cover the following topics: Consistent self-reflection is essential to spot differences in your behavior and pinpoint why these differences are happening. When you spot them early, you can adjust quickly, getting ahead of the burnout andboosting your overall well-being. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways! Learn more about Positively LivingⓇ and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/ Could you use some support? Ready for a quick win and to try coaching with Lisa? The Productivity Boost session is a speed-round strategy that is highly effective for shifting a habit, quickly reviewing your weekly schedule, discussing productivity related tech and systems, and moving past decision hurdles for prioritizing. You'll walk away encouraged and inspired to take action! Go to https://www.positivelyproductive.com/plpboost for a very special listener discount! CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY: Facebook Instagram Resources Work with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.) Stress Management Episodes Playlist Dance Song Playlist V1, V2, V3 Music by Ian and Jeff Zawrotny Start your own podcast with Buzzsprout!

Text your thoughts and questions! We often refer to all types of stress just as “stress” but there is a difference between eustress (good stress) and distress (bad stress). When we make this distinction, we’re able to clearly see how some stress can be a useful tool (is, in fact, necessary) for increasing productivity. This week, episode 205 of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast is about why some stress actually helps you perform better. In this episode of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, I share how different levels of stress impact our well-being and productivity and give you actionable steps to take right now to find the right balance of stress to get into a state of focus and flow. I cover the following topics: Like everything else, it all comes down to self-awareness. You will know when you’re in the optimal range of stress when your mental capacity, attentiveness, processing speed, and ability to learn and make decisions are at their best. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways! Learn more about Positively LivingⓇ and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/ Could you use some support? Ready for a quick win and to try coaching with Lisa? The Productivity Boost session is a speed-round strategy that is highly effective for shifting a habit, quickly reviewing your weekly schedule, discussing productivity-related tech and systems, and moving past decision hurdles for prioritizing. You'll walk away encouraged and inspired to take action! Go to https://www.positivelyproductive.com/plpboost for a very special listener discount! CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY: Facebook Instagram Resources Work with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.) Positively Productive Stress Management Episode Playlist Dance Song Playlist V1, V2, V3 Music by Ian and Jeff Zawrotny Start your own podcast with Buzzsprout!

Text your thoughts and questions! Biophilic design is an incredible way to restore focus, enhance productivity and creativity, reduce stress, and improve overall wellness. The good news is, you may already be using it without even realizing it. Kasey Riley joins us today to share how this type of design, indicating a “love of life,” brings nature indoors and has a myriad of benefits. This week, episode 204 of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast is about why bringing nature inside will help you focus better! Kasey Riley is the Co-Founder and CMO of The Fat Plant Society, a biophilic design studio creating green walls and biophilic designs from real moss that doesn’t require watering or misting. They create with moss from American forests that’s hand-harvested with respect for the plant and its surroundings. Kasey and her husband Morten Klinte turned their love of all things green into a business that enhances interiors and the wellness of those who inhabit it. In this episode of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, Kasey shares the incredible benefits that come with going out into nature and alternatively, bringing nature inside. She gives actionable steps you can take right now to incorporate biophilic design into your home. Kasey and I cover the following topics: We often underestimate the benefits of nature, but this conversation is a beautiful reminder of how we can use what is around us to increase our overall well-being. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of it to post in your stories and tag me! Don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways! Learn more about Positively LivingⓇ and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/ Could you use some support? Ready for a quick win and to try coaching with Lisa? The Productivity Boost session is a speed-round strategy that is highly effective for shifting a habit, quickly reviewing your weekly schedule, discussing productivity related tech and systems, and moving past decision hurdles for prioritizing. You'll walk away encouraged and inspired to take action! Go to https://www.positivelyproductive.com/plpboost for a very special listener discount! CONNECT WITH KASEY RILEY: The Fat Plant Society Instagram CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY: Facebook Instagram Resources Work with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.) Ep 198: Notetaking Inspiration to Easily Organize Your Life with Emily Aborn Ep 176: A Surprisingly Effective Alternative to Multi-tasking Music by Ian and Jeff Zawrotny Start your own

Text your thoughts and questions! It’s amazing what a deep breath can do, especially when you’re feeling agitated or stressed. Jenny Cheifetz, a certified breathwork facilitator joins us to dive deep into how we can use breathwork as a tool to reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep, and more. This week, episode 203 of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast is about how breathing can calm your body and better your mood! Jenny Cheifetz is a certified breathwork facilitator and empowerment coach at Jentle Coaching. She helps women find peace, confidence, and self-love so they can finally feel good enough to course-correct toward happiness. She is a wife, mom of two teens and two dogs, native New Englander, and avid podcast listener. In this episode of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, Jenny Cheifetz shares what breathwork is (and is not) and gives you actionable steps to take right now to use breathwork as a tool to manage your anxiety and mood. Jenny and I cover the following topics: Breathwork is a form of self-care and (as we have covered many times on the podcast before) self-care is a priority because YOU are a priority. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways! If you’re a DIY dynamo looking for simplicity and productivity support, you’ll find it in the Positively Productive Resources Vault. It’s packed with the worksheets, checklists, workbooks, and recordings I use with clients. Go to http://www.positivelyproductive.com/podcastvault where the promo code PODCAST will give you a special listener discount. CONNECT WITH JENNY CHEIFETZ: Website Instagram Facebook Spotify Playlist CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY: Facebook Instagram Resources Work with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.) Mindfulness Practices to Help You Focus with Lindsay Coward | Positively Productive Systems LLC Breathwork to Reduce Stress and Anxiety with Sarah Novak | Positively Productive Systems LLC Dance Song Playlist V1, V2,

Text your thoughts and questions! Dieting is a HUGE industry, and yet, 95% of diets don’t work. That’s because the diets pushed on us are often rooted in fear, guilt, and shame, masking themselves as a healthy lifestyle change that doesn’t hold up in the long term. Today’s guest Alisha Carlson found this out the hard way and set out to do better, helping women find balance while still reaching their goals. This week, episode 202 of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast is about 7 reasons diets fail and what to do instead! Alisha Carlson is a non-diet lifestyle coach for women. She uses a holistic approach to help her clients create food and time freedom, fitness, and overall lifestyle transformation without feeling deprived or restricted around food. She teaches women how to radically love themselves, their bodies, and their lives before they ever lose a pound by healing their relationship to food, exercise, their bodies, and themselves. In this episode of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, Alisha Carlson shares how even with a background in exercise science and extensive knowledge of nutrition, she fell into the appeal of diet culture herself and she gives you actionable steps to take right now to approach dieting in a healthy, sustainable way. Alisha and I cover the following topics: For productivity and dieting alike, understanding your why will drive you forward to find the right habits and the right way to do things for YOU. If you’re a DIY dynamo looking for simplicity and productivity support, you’ll find it in the Positively Productive Resources Vault. It’s packed with the worksheets, checklists, workbooks, and recordings I use with clients. Go to http://www.positivelyproductive.com/podcastvault where the promo code PODCAST will give you a special listener discount. CONNECT WITH ALISHA CARLSON: Website Instagram The Strong(her) Way Podcast The Strong(her) Way App CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY: Facebook Instagram Resources Work with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.) PLP: Ditch the Diet and Eat Intuitively with Megan Hadley PLP: Give Yourself More with Georgie Fear The Life Coach School Podcast Dance Song Playlist V1, V2, V3 Music by Ian and Jeff Zawrotny

Text your thoughts and questions! Productivity is not something you strive for on principle or an endgame unto itself. It’s important to recognize that we’re not trying to be productive for productivity’s sake, but rather to support who we are, the life we want to live, and the goals we wish to achieve. This week, episode 201 of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast is about how to make sure you’re productive vs. busy! In this episode of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, I am sharing the difference between taking action and being productive and giving you steps to take right now to get clear on the life you want to live and to start taking aligned (productive) action toward it. I also cover the following topics: If we’re not clear on the direction we want to go in life, we might find ourselves busy without being productive at all. To be truly productive, we must be clear on goals and focus on the tasks that will have the biggest impact on those goals. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways! Learn more about Positively LivingⓇ and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/ If you’re a DIY dynamo looking for simplicity and productivity support, you’ll find it in the Positively Productive Resources Vault. It’s packed with the worksheets, checklists, workbooks, and recordings I use with clients. Go to http://www.positivelyproductive.com/podcastvault where the promo code PODCAST will give you a special listener discount. CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY: Facebook Instagram Resources Work with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.) The Difference Between Busy and Productive | by John Spencer | Medium What Being Productive Really Means for You | Positively Productive Systems LLC Why You Must Savor and Celebrate Your Success (buzzsprout.com) Five Ways to Make Procrastination Work for You | Positively Productive Systems LLC Dance Song Playlist V1, V2, V3 Music by Ian and Jeff Zawrotny Start your own podcast with Buzzsprout!

Text your thoughts and questions! The Positively Living Podcast is celebrating 200 episodes! In honor of that, my friend and former guest, Manpreet Bawa, is stepping in as guest host for a special interview so you can get to know the host behind the mic. This week, episode 200 of the Positively Living Podcast is about celebration and reflection! In this episode of the Positively Living Podcast, I am reflecting on my podcasting journey–what brought me to 200 episodes—and how I hope to continue serving my audience in the future. Manpreet and I cover the following topics: Life will always be coming at you with challenges. All you can do is find the best tools to navigate it and that's what I hope to continue sharing in the next 200 episodes. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways! Learn more about Positively Living and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/ If you’re a DIY dynamo looking for simplicity and productivity support, you’ll find it in the Positively Productive Resources Vault. It’s packed with the worksheets, checklists, workbooks, and recordings I use with clients. Go to http://www.positivelyproductive.com/podcastvault where the promo code PODCAST will give you a special listener discount. CONNECT WITH MANPREET BAWA: Manpreet Bawa 🧠 | LinkedIn CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY: Facebook Instagram Resources Work with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.) PLP Ep 34: My Caregiving and Clutter Story PLP Ep 100: 100 Episodes of Positively Living PLP Ep 101: Being Versus Doing with Manpreet Bawa Dance Song Playlist V1, V2, V3 Music by Ian and Jeff Zawrotny Start your own podcast with Buzzsprout!

Text your thoughts and questions! The 80/20 principle states that for many outcomes, roughly 80% of the effects come from 20% of the causes. This means that a small number of inputs can often produce a large amount of outputs. When applied to all areas of our lives, we can see that using the 80/20 principle can boost productivity, and happiness, and improve our lives overall. This week, episode 199 of the Positively Living Podcast is about using the 80/20 principle to leverage a better life! In this episode of the Positively Living Podcast, I’m sharing where the 80/20 principle originated from and giving you actionable steps to take right now to apply this principle in your daily life. I cover the following topics: Ask yourself: What do you have in your life that feels like too much and feels like you’re not getting the results you want? And how can you apply the 80/20 principle to it? Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways! Learn more about Positively Living and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/ If you’re a DIY dynamo looking for simplicity and productivity support, you’ll find it in the Positively Productive Resources Vault. It’s packed with the worksheets, checklists, workbooks, and recordings I use with clients. Go to http://www.positivelyproductive.com/podcastvault where the promo code PODCAST will give you a special listener discount. CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY: Facebook Instagram Resources Work with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.) Ep 116: The Most Important Boundary for People Pleasers | Positively Productive Systems LLC Ep 117: How to Say No Without Feeling Guilty or Rude | Positively Productive Systems LLC Ep 197: Seek Happiness to Be More Productive | Positively Productive Systems LLC Dance Song Playlist V1, V2, V3 Music by Ian and Jeff Zawrotny Start your own podcast with Buzzsprout!

Text your thoughts and questions! Notetaking goes beyond capturing information. It helps you organize, process, and engage with the information. This week, episode 198 of the Positively Living Podcast is about notetaking inspiration to easily organize your life! Emily Aborn is a Content Copywriter, Speaker, and Host of the Content with Character and She Built This podcasts. She lives in Temple, NH with her husband, Jason, and their snuggle-loving dog, Clyde. She enjoys hiking, reading, being a Jeopardy contestant from her couch, and writing. In this episode of the Positively Living Podcast, Emily Aborn and I share each of our notetaking techniques and explain why they work for each of us individually. We also share what we use to take notes and offer actionable steps you can take right now to try notetaking in a way that works for YOU. Emily and I cover the following topics: Notetaking is a technique with endless methods. To uncover what works best for you, start by understanding why you’re notetaking, then choose and try some options to see what works best. If you’re a DIY dynamo looking for simplicity and productivity support, you’ll find it in the Positively Productive Resources Vault. It’s packed with the worksheets, checklists, workbooks, and recordings I use with clients. Go to http://www.positivelyproductive.com/podcastvault where the promo code PODCAST will give you a special listener discount. CONNECT WITH EMILY ABORN: Website Instagram Podcasts Facebook LinkedIn CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY: Facebook Instagram Resources Work with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.) How to Organize Notes and Ideas | Positively Productive Systems LLC 3 Simple Systems to Organize Your Life + Business | Positively Productive Systems LLC The Benefits of Therapeutic Journaling for Mental Health | Positively Productive Systems LLC Stress-Free Content Creation with Emily Aborn | Positively Productive Systems LLC Using Collaboration to Boost Visibility with Emily Aborn | Positively Productive Systems LLC Choosing Your Creative Collaborative Platform with Emil

Text your thoughts and questions! We all want to be productive, but at what cost? Often people place mastering productivity as their #1 priority, which can actually limit happiness. We need to reverse this order to get the most benefit. This week, episode 197 of the Positively Living Podcast is about seeking happiness to be more productive! In this episode of the Positively Living Podcast, I’m sharing how prioritizing your happiness actually makes you more productive in the long-term and giving you simple steps to take right now to seek more happiness in your life. If you focus on being productive, you may or may not be happy. However, if you focus on being happy, you’ll get happiness and an amazing byproduct called productivity. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways! Learn more about Positively Living and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/ If you’re a DIY dynamo looking for simplicity and productivity support, you’ll find it in the Positively Productive Resources Vault. It’s packed with the worksheets, checklists, workbooks, and recordings I use with clients. Go to http://www.positivelyproductive.com/podcastvault where the promo code PODCAST will give you a special listener discount. CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY: Facebook Instagram Resources Work with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.) Intentional Happiness with Julie Leonard | Positively Productive Systems LLC Work Smarter Not Harder with Loubna Zarrou | Positively Productive Systems LLC Freedom from the Hustle | Positively Productive Systems LLC How a Joy List Can Make You More Productive | Positively Productive Systems LLC Dance Song Playlist V1, V2, V3 Music by Ian and Jeff Zawrotny Start your own podcast with Buzzsprout!

Text your thoughts and questions! Through my experiences, both as someone dealing with clutter and someone who’s helped hundreds of clients deal with it, I know that decluttering is one of the most beneficial habits we can incorporate into our lives. This week, in episode 196 of the Positively Living Podcast, I’m featuring 10 episodes that feature the topic of decluttering, in every part of our lives. The episodes I cover today include: It’s essential to take a whole-life approach to decluttering because it connects to all aspects of life. Focus on decluttering and see how freeing it is when you release what doesn’t serve you. Learn more about Positively Living and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY: Facebook Instagram Resources Work with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.) Declutter Episodes Playlist Tim Lucier- The Habit Reset Liz August- Simplify, Simplify Katie Zurawksi- The Decluttering Queen Danielle Bettman- Parenting Wholeheartedly Ep 34:

Text your thoughts and questions! Incorporating meditation into your life is effective for stress management, focus, and so much more. But it only works if you practice it in a way that works for you. This week, episode 195 of the Positively Living Podcast is about using meditation as a direct path to life harmony. In this episode of the Positively Living Podcast, I share the benefits you’ll receive when you start incorporating meditation into your life and I give you actionable steps to take right now to implement a meditation practice that feels good to you. I cover the following topics: Progress, not perfection is key here. And the good news is that you’ll benefit from each and every session, no matter how poorly you think your meditation time went. Could you use some support? Ready for a quick win and to try coaching with Lisa? The Productivity Boost session is a speed-round strategy that is highly effective for shifting a habit, quickly reviewing your weekly schedule, discussing productivity related tech and systems, and moving past decision hurdles for prioritizing. You'll walk away encouraged and inspired to take action! Go to https://www.positivelyproductive.com/plpboost for a very special listener discount! CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY: Facebook Instagram Resources Work with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.) Headspace Insight Timer Calm Ten Percent Chopra Center Meditation Ten Percent Happier Podcast PLP How to Meditate Easily through Creative Expression with Jennifer Faye Colombo PLP 3 Simple Steps When you Need a Mental Reset PLP How Your Body Responds to Stress with Christa Bevan PLP How to Tap Into Your Wisdom with Kavita Melwani Dance Song Playlist V1, V2, V3 Music by Ian and Jeff Zawrotny Start your own

Text your thoughts and questions! It’s my goal in every podcast episode to keep things simple because no matter who we are or what our situation is, simplifying can help, especially in a world that offers us plenty of complexity. This week, episode 194 of the Positively Living Podcast is about why simplifying is more important than organizing! In this episode of the Positively Living Podcast, I share why we so often resist simplicity, embracing complexity instead and I give you actionable steps to take right now to begin simplifying areas of your life. I cover the following topics: Simplifying your life not only eases stress and speeds things up, it creates that space for you that you deserve. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways! Learn more about Positively Living and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/ If you’re a DIY dynamo looking for simplicity and productivity support, you’ll find it in the Positively Productive Resources Vault. It’s packed with the worksheets, checklists, workbooks, and recordings I use with clients. Go to http://www.positivelyproductive.com/podcastvault where the promo code PODCAST will give you a special listener discount. CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY: Facebook Instagram Resources Work with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.) [Strategy Call] Decluttering and Habit Management for Multi-Passionate Creatives with Katie Henson | Positively Productive Systems LLC Dance Song Playlist V1, V2, V3 Music by Ian and Jeff Zawrotny Start your own podcast with Buzzsprout!