Life On Purpose with Erica Layne

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Episode 41: 25 Example Boundaries (+ A Formula for Creating Your Own) Nov 30, 2022

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Boundaries protect us from offering more of ourselves than we're willing to give. But how do we actually implement them? How do we get our people to uphold them? Tune in for 25 active, compassionate example boundaries—to help YOU create your own.

Resources:

* The blog post for this episode: https://ericalayne.co/example-boundaries/

* Free download - The Mental Clear-Out: https://ericalayne.co/mental/

* The Authenticity Calendar: theauthenticitycalendar.com

Episode 40: Less Mess, Less Stress: 30 Household Items You Could Live Without Nov 16, 2022

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Declutter your home, buy less stuff, and find the space to live the life you really want. ❤️ How many of these 30 household items could YOU live without?

The blog post for this episode: https://ericalayne.co/household-items-you-could-live-without/
Free decluttering list, 100 Things to Get Rid Of: https://ericalayne.co/declutter/

Connect with me on Instagram: @thelifeonpurposemovement

Episode 39: Why Minimalism Is Especially Good for Introverts Nov 02, 2022

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I often talk about being an introvert, and I often talk about loving minimalism. Today, we're bringing them together—diving into why introversion and minimalism are a match made in heaven. If you're an introvert (or if you happen to love any introverts), don't miss this one!

Resources:

Today's featured message originally appeared on the Becoming Minimalist website. You can find (and share!) it here: https://www.becomingminimalist.com/why-minimalism-is-especially-good-for-introverts/
Download "The Resentment Fix" for free here: https://ericalayne.co/resentment/

Episode 38: How to FEEL BETTER When You Have No Control Over the Situation Oct 19, 2022

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When something happens that's out of our control, it's so easy to feel powerless.

When something happens that's out of our control, it's so easy to feel like the victim of it. Powerless, because there's nothing we can do to change it. But when we remember the KEY that I share in this episode, we put power back in our hands. We have something we can influence—even when circumstances are beyond our control.

When something happens that's out of our control—something we can't change no matter how much we may want to—it's so easy to feel powerless. But when we remember the KEY that I share in this episode, we put power back in our hands. We have something we can influence—even when we have no control.

Resources:

The blog post for this episode: https://ericalayne.co/feel-better-when-you-have-no-control/
My book: The Minimalist Way
Free decluttering list: https://ericalayne.co/declutter/

The Authenticity Calendar (currently 20% off!)

Episode 37: The Cost of Being a Fixer (+ How to Quit) Oct 05, 2022

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Are you a fixer? Do you manage, fix, smooth, and (TBH) manipulate things—so that they usually work out? There's comfort in being a fixer, but there's also a COST. Join me today to learn why it might just be time to let go of all that fixing. xo! -Erica

Resources:

* Find the blog post for this episode here: https://ericalayne.co/being-a-fixer

* Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelifeonpurposemovement/

Episode 36: Thought Work: The Most Important Work You'll Ever Do Is Learning to Manage Your Own Brain Nov 09, 2021

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It's a BIG claim, but I really believe that "thought work" is the most important work you'll learn to do in your life. Learn what it is and how to do it in this episode!

**This is the last episode of Season 3! Be sure to hit follow in your podcast app so you'll know when I launch Season 4 - sometime in 2022!

Additional segments:

* What Matters Most: Things I hope you know.

* New paper product! Introducing The Mindful Box—a 90-day, interactive box to help you develop a life-changing mindfulness practice. Order here! https://laynepaper.com/mindful

Resources:

* Find the blog post for this episode here: https://ericalayne.co/thought-work

* The Mindful Box: https://laynepaper.com/mindful

* Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelifeonpurposemovement/

Episode 35: 4 Crucial Reminders to Keep You from Overbuying This Holiday Season Nov 02, 2021

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Does gift-shopping ever lead to you buying things for YOURSELF instead of others? (Oops!) Or just buying too much in general? The pull of sales and consumerism is strong this time of year, but I've got four crucial tips to help you stick to your list and keep yourself from overbuying. Less is more!

Additional Segments:

Self-care spotlight: Maybe you're not crippled by your stress but by your resistance to it. How to let go.
Off ramp: A segment where I share something I see women doing that I'd love for you to quit! Today, quit hiding.

Resources:

Blog post for this episode: https://ericalayne.co/overbuying-this-holiday-season/
Email your comments & questions to podcast@ericalayne.co
This week only, get 20% off The Authenticity Calendar! http://theauthenticitycalendar.com

Episode 34: Failing at Your Morning Routine? Try This Instead Oct 26, 2021

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Have you ever felt like a failure because you can't seem to get a morning routine to stick? A good morning routine is the secret to success, right? Maybe not! Let's talk about a pocket of time many of us are hugely underutilizing—and how that bit of time might change your life for the better. Additional segments:

* Off ramp: Are you a smoother (like me)?

* Decluttering tip: a quick and easy tip to lighten your mental clutterResources:

* Find the blog post for this episode here: https://ericalayne.co/failing-at-your-morning-routine/

* Take the bedtime routine challenge, Unwind: https://ericalayne.co/unwind/

* Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelifeonpurposemovement/

Episode 33: Saying No 101 Oct 19, 2021

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If you want to live a simpler, slower life, the hard truth is that you're going to have to say no when people ask things of you. For most of us, saying no almost feels physically painful: We were raised to be helpful, kind, and maybe even self-sacrificing. But you CAN gain more confidence in your no's. Here's how.

Additional segments:

*Ask the Expert: Today I'm welcoming Rose Rousenbury onto the show to share about her decision to let go of something in her home that was tied up with her identity. Connect with Rose at her website (https://roselounsbury.com/) or on Instagram @roselounsbury.

* Trace It to Face It: A new segment where I dig into something I'm currently struggling with. Today, why I've been hesitant to show up online lately (and how it might apply in your life, too).

Resources:

* Find the blog post for this episode here: https://ericalayne.co/saying-no-101-webinar/

* Get The Authenticity Calendar! http://theauthenticitycalendar.com

* Determine your top 3 values: https://ericalayne.co/values/

* Questions or comments? Email me at podcast@ericalayne.co

* Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelifeonpurposemovement/

Episode 32: 5 Concrete Steps to Take When You Hit a Decluttering Slump Sep 29, 2021

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It's normal to hit a slump in your decluttering journey; we ALL run out of steam sometimes. But the difference between someone whose home never really changes and someone whose home DOES is that the second person takes the following steps...

Additional segments:

*A quick intro to my signature course, Declutter Your Life! If you're ready to clear out alllll the clutter in your life, visit https://ericalayne.co/declutteryourlife/ to join the fall session! * Permission to NOT be happy all the time—a secret that (ironically) might make your life a bit happier.

Resources:

* Find the blog post for this episode here:

* Questions or comments? Email me at podcast@ericalayne.co

* Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelifeonpurposemovement/

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