Make Life Better

This podcast episode is a MUST LISTEN for everyone. It’s super short, yet powerfully packed. Have a listen. Listen again. And share with your friends. Recorded in my car - please pardon the background noise. – "And if we are not actively practicing resilience, actively practicing watching where our thoughts go, actively practicing moving forward and letting things go, then it's actually quite a high probability that you're going to get stuck in this sh*t. You're going to feel like crap. You're going to feel like, “What's the point?” You're going to start to get in this negative arena, and that's not where life is meant to be lived." - Kandis James (podcast excerpt) Did you like this episode? Please write a review and share. Please send me a message if: Contact: @kandisjames.kj or kandisjames.com As always, please find me on Instagram to share your insights from this episode. @kandisjames.kj

🥳🎂 It's official—I'm turning 40! 🎉🎈 And I feel like a new, exciting chapter is beginning. That’s the fun thing about life, isn’t it? There’s always potential for something new just around the corner. (wanted, or not) Last year, when I almost died in the hospital and received a diagnosis of Type 1 Diabetes, I was terrified of all the change it would bring. And it was an adjustment, to say the least. But, as long as we’re alive, we have the opportunity to not just get through anything life throws at us - but to create the best version of life each and every day. (which, of course, looks different for everyone) I’ve never been one to get caught up on numbers when it comes to age. I’ve always lived by the idea that the BEST age is always the one I’m currently living - no matter how high the numbers creep ;) Because it’s only MY CURRENT AGE in which I’m currently alive - and it’s only this age in which I have the ability to create a life that lights me up. And the same goes for you. In my latest podcast episode, I share my reflections since last year’s (third) near-death experience, as I approach “The Big Four-Oh”, and reflect on the various chapters in my life that have brought me to where I am today. But why is this personal reflection important for YOU? Because with each new chapter brings change. Or perhaps better put - change brings new and exciting chapters. Unfortunately, many of us are too afraid to make changes in life - to upgrade our current situations and follow our passions - even when we know deep down that we’re not actually happy with where we’re currently at. If there’s any part of you that knows you’d like to change something in your life - big or small - this podcast is for you. Thank you for spending part of your journey we call “life” with me, in these episodes. I appreciate you. KJ Did you like this episode? Please write a review and share. Please send me a message if: Contact: @kandisjames.kj or kandisjames.com As always, please find me on Instagram to share your insights from this episode. @kandisjames.kj

In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of manifestation, exploring how you can use it to transform your life and create positive change. 🌟 Join me as we unveil the secrets to effective manifestation and discuss why it works for some people or situations but not others. Whether you're a manifestation novice or looking to level up your skills, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical tips to help you harness the power of manifestation. ⚡️ 🔑 Key Takeaway 1: Manifestation starts with a deep and genuine desire. Discover what you truly want in life and focus on how it will make you feel, rather than just visualizing it. This emotional connection is key to successful manifestation. 🔑 Key Takeaway 2: Our thoughts, feelings, and beliefs shape our reality. What we focus on the most is what we attract into our lives. Shift your mindset from negativity to positivity, and align your thoughts and emotions with your desired outcome. 🔑 Key Takeaway 3: Visualization is a powerful tool, but it's not enough on its own. Take action towards your goals, make aligned choices, and practice patience. Manifestation is a journey and managing expectations is crucial when things don't happen as quickly as desired. Remember, you have the power to create your own reality. So tune in to the Make Life Better podcast and embark on a transformative journey of manifestation. 🌈✨ If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me @kandisjames.kj! Let's make life better together! 💫 Xo, Kandis Did you like this episode? Please write a review and share. Please send me a message if: Contact: @kandisjames.kj or kandisjames.com As always, please find me on Instagram to share your insights from this episode. @kandisjames.kj

Have you ever said something in an emotional state that you regretted later? Do you find yourself having intrusive thoughts when you feel angry, frustrated, or sad? If you said yes, don’t worry - it just means you’re human :) However, there IS a way that you can WATCH those thoughts WITHOUT becoming attached to them, or acting on them. And I promise you - it’s a life changer! We are not our thoughts. Our thoughts are not us. And our thoughts are most often, not even true. In this episode, I discuss a challenging situation I recently went through where I almost reacted in a negative manner to my thoughts, what I learned from that experience, and some tips for YOU to keep yourself from saying and behaving in ways while in an emotional state that you’ll regret later. Learn how to become a watcher of your thoughts, instead of reacting to them. Thanks for being here. Xo, Kandis Did you like this episode? Please write a review and share. Please send me a message if: Contact: @kandisjames.kj or kandisjames.com As always, please find me on Instagram to share your insights from this episode. @kandisjames.kj

In this episode of the podcast, Kandis talks about resilience - the ability to bounce back from life's challenges quickly and effectively without causing downtime or internal distress. She shares key insights and personal experiences related to resilience that can help us become more resilient and perform effectively, both in our personal and professional lives. Everyone faces challenges every day, big or small, and these challenges can cause stress and frustration, to say the least. But by developing resilience, we can learn to face these challenges and obstacles with confidence, overcome them quickly, and grow from them. Kandis shares personal experiences where she faced a variety of different challenges and how these events took her down a path of applied mindfulness and neurolinguistic programming to help herself deal with, overcome and grow from these experiences. And now she helps her clients do the same. Resilience involves more than just confronting extreme adversity. It also includes facing everyday challenges with courage, staying positive, and being able to manage stress effectively. This allows us to go after what we want in life, be successful in our endeavours and even build better, stronger relationships as we come to terms with our own emotions and growth in the process. By learning how to regulate our emotions, we can be in a better position to respond to adversity and uncertainty without being overwhelmed. When we are less overwhelmed - no matter how large the adversity - our brain is able to function more effectively to choose the optimal path forward. Ultimately, Kandis notes that resilience is the most important skill to learn in life. Kandis encourages listeners to reflect on their own experiences and start taking small steps towards building resilience. And by practicing resilience and staying focused on our goals, we can overcome any obstacle and create the life we desire. Are you ready to increase your resilience and build a life you love? Did you like this episode? Please write a review and share. Please send me a message if: Contact: @kandisjames.kj or kandisjames.com As always, please find me on Instagram to share your insights from this episode. @kandisjames.kj

Have you ever thought, “Why am I unhappy?” There are a lot of unhappy people in this world. Maybe you’re one of them. Maybe you’re just not as happy as you’d like to be. Or even you feel that way only sometimes. Either way, I think this conversation provides a lot of inspired insight into why that is. After watching a reel on Instagram, I got super inspired to share these thoughts with you about why so many people are unhappy. AND of course, how you can start to change that with just one simple shift in how you go about your day. I’m excited to hear what comes up for you as you listen. Please share your thoughts with me over on Instagram @KandisJames.kj Did you like this episode? Please write a review and share. Please send me a message if: Contact: @kandisjames.kj or kandisjames.com As always, please find me on Instagram to share your insights from this episode. @kandisjames.kj

Accepting Change and Letting Go.... Humans are funny creatures, in that we often know that change is NEEDED in our life... yet we are too scared to actually make the change. In some cases, we are not even conscious that we're too afraid, we just come up with a ton of excuses why it's not possible. Change, whatever that may look like in that moment, is often the only way to really make life better - and yet, so many of us never actually make that change. In Today's episode, we discuss: -- Want to get your hands on a copy of my book? kandisjames.com/book Did you like this episode? Please write a review and share. Please send me a message if: Contact: @kandisjames.kj or kandisjames.com As always, please find me on Instagram to share your insights from this episode. @kandisjames.kj

How many times have you heard, "THE PAST IS THE PAST"? Here's the thing... the past IS the past. And that has two different meanings. a) The past is the past, we can't do anything about it, so let's keep moving on b) The past is the past, and the person you are today and the life you live is based on everything that has happened, everything you've experienced in the past which means the past is in part creating your present which creates your future :) So what does this mean? Every situation you've experienced in the past is shaping how you see the world, and who you are within it. Sometimes this is a good thing, like you're super confident and believe you can do anything, so you accomplish amazing things. Or... Perhaps you have difficulties staying committed in relationships and end up hurting others (and getting hurt) in romantic relationships frequently. You want a life partner, but something always seems to shift when it gets serious. You struggle to be vulnerable with those close to you, and that's preventing you from having close friends you can talk to and lean on - making you feel alone/lonely. You get angry easily, or find yourself lashing out at those close to you and feel regretful about it later. These are not simply 'personality traits' as some people will call them. Rather, they are defense mechanisms that your subconscious has created for you in an attempt to keep you safe, or out of harm's way. In this episode, learn how to identify how your past is affecting your present, and how we can start to reprogram your subconscious to let go of these negative behaviour patterns so you can finally be free to live your best life. -- Did you like this episode? Please write a review and share. Please send me a message if: Contact: @kandisjames.kj or kandisjames.com As always, please find me on Instagram to share your insights from this episode. @kandisjames.kj

Welcome to the first episode of Season 3 of the podcast, launching the BRAND NEW NAME .... Make Life Better. (Previously the YOLO Revolution) This episode is the first and only (so far) I've ever recorded in my CAR! haha. Drive with me as we discuss: - What does "success" really mean? - What's the difference between "success" and "fulfillment - and which one is most important? - The 3 Pillars of the KJ Methodology that will allow you to create massive shifts, release subconscious blocks and rewire your mind so you can achieve success and fulfillment in ALL areas of your life - from relationships, to business to inner peace and everything in between. - How to find contentment and joy in your life no matter where you're at in life -- Did you like this episode? Please write a review and share. Please send me a message if: Contact: @kandisjames.kj or kandisjames.com As always, please find me on Instagram to share your insights from this episode. @kandisjames.kj

It’s that time of year again, to reflect back on the previous year, and wow - what a doozie! - My third near-death experience, among other things, have given me a lot to reflect on this past year. It taught me some incredible lessons and pushed me towards a path in life that finally feels truly authentic. - I’ve lost friends, I’ve gained friends. I’ve learned how to deal with a life-threatening long-term health diagnosis. I’ve been reminded time and time again of the power of the tools I teach to my clients (and use myself) when it comes to getting through challenging times. But most of all, I’ve gained clarity on what’s truly important in life. - As I’m sharing these lessons that I’ve learned, I’m asking you to reflect on how these lessons can be used in your life too. That is why I’m sharing them, after all. Because through shared experiences we can grow ourselves, too. - So please, as you’re listening and reflecting on how these lessons can be your lessons too, find me on Instagram and let me know what resonates most with you. Which lessons did you need to hear today? @kandisjames.kj - My Life Lessons from 2022: Of course, I go into much more detail about each one inside the podcast. AND I share a poem I wrote right after getting out of the hospital this past August. #vulnerablemoment Thanks for being here - I look forward to hearing your takeaways! Xo, Kandis P.S. For those of you that notice these types of things, YES I did say in the intro of the podcast that there would be 6 lessons, and then only shared 5. Apologies in advance for confusing your brain :) kandisjames.com As always, please find me on Instagram to share your insights from this episode. @kandisjames.kj

Why do you have so many negative thoughts in your mind? How can you stop those negative thoughts? If you’re like most people, you often find yourself stuck in negative thought loops - thoughts of worry, stress, anxiety, fear, self-doubt and even anger, resentment or regret. If this is you, rest assured - it’s completely normal! However, it’s also pretty annoying, right? These thoughts can prevent us from feeling happy, enjoying life to the fullest, and can wreak havoc on your...

Sometimes Life Sucks. Right? Life can be hard. Something happens to you or in the world around you, and you can’t help but think, ‘Man, this sucks!’ or ‘Why is life so difficult all the time?’ Perhaps something crappy has happened to you in your life recently - you are going through a difficult breakup or in a bad relationship, you’ve been diagnosed with a chronic or even fatal disease, you’ve lost your job, or you’re struggling to make ends meet as inflation continues to rise. Life can be full of challenges. And at times it’s very common to think “Life Sucks”. I was recently diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes and there was a part of me that immediately thought, “Life Sucks”. Thankfully, however, I understand the difference between “life” and our “life situation”. It our life situation that can suck - not life itself. And that’s exactly what I’ll explain inside this podcast. In this podcast you’ll learn: The difference between “life” and our “life situation” that when understood is the key to living a joyful life no matter what is going on around youWhy focusing on the constant change, or impermanence of life, will actually help you get through your most challenging timesThe beliefs that you learned as a child are still affecting your current realityHow to harness the power of your mind to create a better life for yourselfHow to choose a new path amidst challenging times to bring yourself to new levels of joy At the end of the episode, I’ve got an epic question for you. Make sure you find me on Instagram @KandisJames.KJ and let me know your answer to it! See you on the inside! Xo, Kandis As always, please find me on Instagram to share your insights from this episode. @kandisjames.kj

Have you ever found yourself ruminating on something you regret doing? - What about not being able to stop thinking about how someone wronged you? - Perhaps you've been stuck in a thought loop about all the bad things that could possibly happen in the future? - This is called overthinking. - Why "over"thinking? Because thinking about these things all day doesn't actually change the situation. In fact, the only thing it DOES do, is change YOUR emotions. (and not for the better). - If you've ever struggled with overthinking, you can listen here to learn from my own most recent struggle with overthinking, how I overcame it quickly - and how you can reclaim control over your thoughts to overcome overthinking and create peace of mind even amidst the most challenging times. - Let me know what you think by finding me on Instagram @KandisJames.KJ -- Want to work with me? Contact Me Here (kandisjames.com/contact) As always, please find me on Instagram to share your insights from this episode. @kandisjames.kj

August 13, 2022 is a day I’ll always remember. -- Around 3:30am, I called 911 and ordered an ambulance to my house. A couple hours later I was riding a thin line between life and death. I spent many hours in the emergency room followed by days in the ICU before being released from the hospital with a diagnosis that meant my life would quite literally never be the same. - Now, three weeks later I reflect on everything that happened and the lessons I’ve learned that will not only help ME live my own best life… but that can help YOU do the same. - I’d love to hear what comes up for you as you listen to these life lessons and how they relate to where you’re at in life right now. Hit me up on Instagram @KandisJames.KJ and let me know! - NOTE: For anyone triggered by talking about illness, hospitals or symptoms, you can skip forward to 11:22 to hear the outcome (spoiler alert: I'm alive!) and the lessons that have come up so far. -- Want to work with me? Contact Me Here (kandisjames.com/contact) As always, please find me on Instagram to share your insights from this episode. @kandisjames.kj

So, today my car got broken into. And by broken into I mean someone cute the soft top of my convertible. Within a few minutes I felt a rainbow of emotions from anger to compassion. And then I chose which emotion I was going to bring with me into the rest of the day. And I chose compassion and gratitude. Some people told me I should be angry. Some other people I spoke to were angrier about it than I was. I wasn’t happy that it happened… I love that car. But I also chose to accept it as if I’d chosen it. And that made all the difference. – In this episode, I’ll discuss with you: • The key to accepting negative situations as if you’d chosen them (so you can get over them faster) • How I was able to bring my emotional state back to the calm (despite knowing a large bill $$ was coming my way to fix the damage) • How I use the 6 Mind Traps to assess the situation and move on quickly • Ways that you too can learn to cope with negative life events with more ease NOTES: As a special THANK YOU for listening to this podcast, I’m offering an incredible discount on my 6 Mind Traps Preventing you from Success & Happiness workshop when you click here and register today: Access the Mind Traps Workshop Let me know what you think about this episode over on the instagrams @KandisJames.KJ (url to instagram: www.instagram.com/kandisjames.kj/ ) — Ready to learn more tools to take your life to the next level? I’m currently accepting one-on-one clients. Head to kandisjames.com/coaching to learn more See you soon! Xo, Kandis As always, please find me on Instagram to share your insights from this episode. @kandisjames.kj

HOLY WOW - In this episode, I got an intuitive reading from Jen Conger - where she tapped into one of my past lives where I was a map maker in 1800s London. Whhhhat?? -- If this sounds exciting - LISTEN NOW. -- If this sounds WEIRD - Listen Now. -- Years ago Jen offered to read cards for me and a group of our friends/coaching colleagues. She was able to bring me the confidence, guidance and direction I needed to move forward in my biz in a way that felt exciting and light - and this reading is what got me actually writing my book (instead of just thinking about writing it). -- Jen is incredibly gifted, and you won’t fully understand the power of what she does until you listen to her speak, and give me a reading live on the show! -- Plus, during this epic conversation, Jen shares with us: -- • The importance of intuition when it comes to creating your dream life or business • How YOU'RE ALWAYS RECEIVING INTUITION - but most people don’t know how to use it • Ways you can tap into your intuition NOW • The power of intuition when it comes to all areas of your life - but particularly when uncovering your purpose & living your dreams -- THEN, take a screenshot of you listening to this podcast, post it on Instagram and tag Jen and I to let us know your thoughts and takeaways after listening. @jenconger … @kandisjames.kj -- ALSO, snag your spot in Jen’s FREE 3-day challenge, Awaken Your Biz to awaken to your next level of intuition, abundance and purpose. APRIL 13 - 15, 2022 ... SIGN UP NOW -- As always, please find me on Instagram to share your insights from this episode. @kandisjames.kj

Have you ever felt like the odd one out? Like the odd ball in your family, group of friends or around your colleagues? Questioned whether you actually fit in? Perhaps felt like the proverbial Black Sheep amongst a flock of white sheep? Well I’ve got news for you… - - You’re not odd, you DO fit in, and you’re NO black sheep… You’re a Mother Bleepin’ UNICORN!!! - - And you always were. - - In this podcast episode I had the honour and privilege to host my dear friend Akeisha DeBaat, owner and founder of the brand new clothing line, You Always Were. - Akeisha and I go waaaaay back to January 2019 where we met at a Business By Design event in Laguna Beach, California and formed an instant energetic connection. Since then we have worked together in many capacities, including ME being asked to be the ARTIST for this brand new design that she has just released. - Talk about making two dreams come true at once! - In this episode, you’ll hear us chatting about: • How to stay happy and motivated especially on the days when things don’t seem to be going your way. • The benefits of a constructive breakdown • What it means to be the UNICORN instead of the black sheep • The story behind the clothing creation and our collaboration • How to tap into CHOICE to create your best life • The limitless possibilities that we all hold at our fingertips This podcast episode is extra special because while we are most definitely celebrating Akeisha’s next big venture… we are ALSO celebrating mine! She reached out to me just 7 weeks after I declared to the universe that I wanted to be a PAID ARTIST. And BOOM it happened. - So this episode is truly about the power of possibility, manifestation, clarity and abundance. - - CHECK IT OU T! And then let us know what you think on the instagrams: @akeishadb @youalwayswere_clothing @kandisjames.kj - 💖 Love to all my unicorns out there…. - Until next time… PEACE xo KANDIS - - SHOW NOTES: Learn More about how to have a constructive breakdown in this past podcast episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-yolo-revolution/id1535363783?i=1000506134512 - More from Akeisha: www.youalwayswere.com IG: @youalwayswere_clothing For more discovering and to connect Personal IG @akeishadb - Let me know your takeaways from this episode on instagram @KandisJames.KJ - Want to start living your very best life? I'm accepting limited one-on-one clients to accelerate you into your very best life THIS YEAR! As always, please find me on Instagram to share your insights from this episode. @kandisjames.kj

Have you ever just been going about your day, and someone says something to you that immediately makes your blood boil? - Perhaps you feel hurt, sad, angry or confused. Perhaps you feel a wild combination of all of those things as once! - You feel the heat rise in your body, and you're unsure if you'll scream at them or cry. - Perhaps you say something back, perhaps you don't. - But either way it weighs heavily on you for hours, days or sometimes even weeks. The hurt and anger just can't seem to dissipate. - I know how this feels, because I've been there. It's hard to understand how or why someone would say those things to you. - But the longer we sit in those feelings, the longer we allow those words to hurt us. - And thankfully, WE have the POWER to CHOOSE to not have those things hurt us anymore. With the right tools, you can learn how to bounce back with hours or even minutes of someone pissing you off or hurting your feelings. - In this episode I'll share with you the 6 steps I use to bounce back quickly when words have angered or hurt me. --- Let me know what resonates with you. How will you put these steps into practice in the future? Is there a time in the recent past that you now see how these steps would have improved your day/week/month/life? - Find me on instagram @kandisjames.kj and let me know! - Like this episode? Please subscribe for more and share this with your friends! - xo, Kandis As always, please find me on Instagram to share your insights from this episode. @kandisjames.kj

Have you ever waited so long for something in your life to happen - and then when it finally did, it wasn’t anything like you expected it would be? - Did you think that x, y or z would make you happy… But it never did? - Did you ever yearn to be FREE of someone or something (a job, place, house) so that you could FINALLY be happy, or do that thing you always wanted? But then... when you WERE free of that someone or something... you still didn't get what you'd been dreaming of? - In today’s episode we’re talking about what it actually means to be FREE to create a life you love - a life of joy, freedom, love and excitement. - We're talking about the important question: What does it take to actually be happy in life? - In this episode we will discuss: • How to overcome the fear of judgement so you can do what you really want • The importance of standing up for yourself, your beliefs, and what you want in this life • How to finally be YOU in every sense of the word • What it means to have freedom FOR instead of FROM (key point to creating your best life) • Plus, the meaning behind my “freedom” tattoo on my hand. -- Let me know your takeaways from this episode on instagram @KandisJames.KJ - Plus, sign up for my free course Find Your Courage so you can start living your best life today! - Want to get results faster? I'm excepting limited one-on-one clients to accelerate you into your very best life THIS YEAR! As always, please find me on Instagram to share your insights from this episode. @kandisjames.kj

It was so unlike me... ​​When I looked through my list that I keep of potential podcast episodes to record an episode last week, not one of the 25 ideas I keep in a notepad sparked even the tiniest bit of joy or interest in me. Part of me just wanted to go to bed. I was feeling tired, lacking energy, hopeful yet apprehensive about the future at the same time. And I thought… there are probably a lot of people who have also felt this way over the last two years. -- -- So instead of going to bed, I decided to record a podcast about: • How we are affected by the global collective energy • Why so many of us have been feeling uninspired, uncreative, and unable to focus • What to do when we recognize that we are being affected • How to recreate a more helpful or useful energy instead • How we can approach and deal with those around who do not share our views • Ways to encourage peace and unity instead of hate, fear and division -- Make sure you tag me @KandisJames.kj and let me know what you thought about this episode. -- -- NOTES on what's mentioned in the episode: Dr. Dan Siegel Book Title - "AWARE" Kandis' Meditation bundle: Includes 20+ meditations to help you in areas of: GET IT HERE: https://www.kandisjames.com/offers/xxLioBWe Want to know when the 12-week Transformational Program where I teach you the same tools I I use that got me through the past two years in a way that left me feeling joy most days, and enabled me to follow my passions and create my best life despite the circumstances… Get on the waitlist: kandisjames.com/ytp Until next time… PEACE. Always. Kandis As always, please find me on Instagram to share your insights from this episode. @kandisjames.kj