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The Lavendaire Lifestyle is a podcast on personal growth and lifestyle design. Hosted by YouTuber and entrepreneur Aileen Xu, this podcast shares insight & inspiration on how to shine as your brightest self and create your dream life.
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Jade Darmawangsa is a 19 year old entrepreneur and YouTube star who founded X8 Media, a media agency that helps brands produce educational videos. In this episode we discuss the future of social media, the role of failure in entrepreneurship, and the concept of how quantity creates quality in the creative process.
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In this episode we’re talking with content creator, Ivan Lam, on gender identity, self-confidence, and becoming yourself. Ivan Lam is an LA-based Content Creator with a focus on self care, gender identity, and beauty.
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Here's the truth: You don't need to be a morning person to have a morning routine. You don't even need to exercise, read, or meditate either – not unless it works for YOU. Amy Landino is sharing her insights on how to master your mornings and start every day on your own terms. Amy also ... Read more
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Have you ever been in the “purgatory of the mundane”? That place in life where things are neither good or bad, fulfilling or disappointing. Today's guest Lisa Bilyeu spent eight years there, before going from housewife to co-founder of the billion dollar brand, Quest Nutrition. In this episode we explore: 2:22 – Aspiring filmmaker to ... Read more
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What makes self help stick? Lee Rankinen is the co-founder of the Optimal Living Daily podcast, along with Justin Malik. Lee spends four hours a day reading self help content, so he's figured out what works and what doesn't when it comes to learning how to live an optimal life. We get an inside look ... Read more
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We don't give teenagers enough credit. Through the power of social media, they're the ones changing the world one candid conversation at a time. Today, we have on Mark Hugo & Isaac Hurtado of Teenager Therapy, a podcast of five teenage friends opening up to break the mental health stigma. In this episode we explore: ... Read more
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What's the disconnect in your life right now? When does anxiety seem to creep up on you? Meera Lee Patel is returning to the show to share her insights on quieting your anxiety, coping with big changes in your life and the world, and cultivating a sense of inner calm despite it all. In Meera's ... Read more
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“Forget what Instagram told you to do.” If the self care tips trending on Instagram just aren't cutting it anymore, this episode's for you. Les Alfred of Balanced Black Girl is sharing her insights on what self care really looks like and her work in the wellness space as a Black woman. Les is on ... Read more
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If you're feeling stuck, ask yourself: Am I living my life consciously? According to Dr. Nicole LePera, we spend 90% of our lives on autopilot: unconsciously. Sure, you can make plans to get unstuck. But to actually follow through on your plans, first you have to become conscious. You probably know Nicole through her viral ... Read more
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Cathy Heller doesn't mean to be the bearer of bad news, but her words are a necessary reminder: “Your purpose isn't something you discover under a rock.” Today we're talking about developing your purpose over time, with an open mind, active listening, and a love for meaningful connection. For the finale of Season 5 of ... Read more
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Comfort foods, cheat days, guilty pleasures – Food is an emotional experience for most of us. We eat to celebrate, to destress, and sometimes to numb or escape. Today, Amber Romaniuk is sharing her experiences and advice for unpacking the love/hate relationship we have with food. Amber overcame her own emotional eating after gaining and ... Read more
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“So, what do you do?” A simple question that everyone asks, but so many of us don't feel confident answering – especially if you're a creative. Emily Capshaw does it all (acting, writing, filmmaking, and more) and she can assure you: It's okay to not be defined by a single identity. For those who stay ... Read more
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It's time to rethink what you know about love. Today we have Monica Berg on the show to talk about adapting to change, building radical accountability with yourself, shattering the illusions in your relationship, and what it looks like to actually love someone unconditionally. Monica is a spiritual thought leader, self-proclaimed “Change Junkie”, and author ... Read more
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If you're fascinated by self discovery tools like the MBTI or the enneagram, this episode is perfect for you. We have Erin Claire Jones on the show to teach us about Human Design: an intricate tool to help you navigate life with more harmony and alignment to what feels right. When you understand your design ... Read more
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When was the last time you felt safe enough to be 100% yourself around other people? If you can't answer that question, try this one: When was the last time you created that sense of safety for others? We have Dr. Nima Rahmany to talk about stress, healing, and managing your triggers. We talk about ... Read more
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This might be hard to believe, but: Astrology might have predicted the current pandemic. We have astrologer Tali Edut on the show to break down what the planets reveal about our ‘new normal' and how millennials and Gen Z are working to guide our potential future. 2020 is looking pretty bleak so far, I know. ... Read more
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You know I'm all about personal growth, but I can also admit: Sometimes self help isn't enough. Especially now, some of us need more than self help to feel okay – and that's okay. Today, therapist Kati Morton is on the show to talk about caring for your mental health, especially in a pandemic. If ... Read more
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If you've ever hit rock bottom, you know there are only two types of thoughts that go through your head while you're there: 1) This is the end, or 2) This is the beginning. Today's guest, Alivia D'Andrea, is sharing her rock bottom journey, from falling down to glowing up. Alivia is best known for ... Read more
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Have you ever felt like you had to put on a mask for people? Like you've created a ‘character' for others that just isn't the real you? Today's guest knows that exact feeling: Natalie Alzate is showing her more authentic self on YouTube with over 10m subscribers, after 5 long years. Natalie's rapid channel growth ... Read more
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Be honest: Do you respect your own time? If you aspire to live a purposeful and fulfilling life, you have to be intentional with how you spend your time. Or better yet: be RUTHLESS with it like Vicky Tsai, today's guest and founder of Tatcha, a luxury skincare line. Today you can find Tatcha on ... Read more
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Raise your hand if you've avoided setting goals because you're worried you won't complete them. You can't fail at goals you don't set, right? To help us stop beating ourselves up about ‘failed' goals, Michelle Barnes, creator of the YouTube channel MuchelleB, shares her story and tips for organizing your life for success. Getting organized ... Read more
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With how easy it is to shop online, it's no wonder people say “brick-and-mortar is dying”. But nothing beats trying on an outfit at your favorite store and posing with confidence in the mirror, right? Morning Lavender CEO Kim Le Pham opened her boutique & café with you in mind. You may have noticed that ... Read more
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Stop taking things too seriously. The stress it causes you is probably causing those things to suffer as well – you're just not at your best. Today we have content creator Carrie Rad to share the value of taking care of yourself first, so you can be at your best for everything else. It's tough ... Read more
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Life as a content creator looks glamorous, but even your favorite creators get burnt out. And when social media is your job, burnout means you're suddenly in survival mode. Anh Luu, founder of Girl & the Word, shared her lessons and tips for staying afloat as a content creator. I've known Anh since high school, ... Read more
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If you're looking for a sign to refresh and rearrange your space, this is it! We have feng shui expert Anjie Cho on the podcast to talk about how you can optimize the energy flow of your space for a more nurturing and mindful home. For some, feng shui may seem like a woo-woo concept, ... Read more
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Have you always wanted to start a YouTube channel or blog, but you're worried no one would actually be interested in what you have to say? Business coach & YouTuber Erin May Henry has a tough truth for you: You're probably right. BUT she also has the tips & tricks for you to change that ... Read more
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How much time did you spend on social media today? How much of that time actually made you feel good? Clinical psychologist Dr. Ali Mattu is sharing his thoughts on the mental health discussion, social media, and anxiety – as licensed professional and YouTuber himself! Mental health can be a sensitive topic, so Ali shares ... Read more
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How many times have you said “yes” to something you REALLY wanted to say “no” to? When was the last time you were able to say “no” without feeling guilty? Coach and author Nancy Levin is teaching us how to set guilt-free boundaries with ourselves and the people around us. Nancy shares why you shouldn't ... Read more
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Have you ever felt called to go somewhere else in the world? An unexplainable longing to experience a place that isn't where you are now? Astrogeographer Dara Dubinet explains what that call is and how answering it can set you on the life path meant for you. Dara took us on a crash course through ... Read more
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If you made a list of ALL the promises you've made to yourself that you've broken, you'd probably end up feeling pretty disappointed in yourself. Life coach Lauren Zander's here to help you stop breaking those promises and start fulfilling your juicy dreams. Lauren's sharing her tried-and-true Handel Method, a coaching system refined over 20 ... Read more
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If you've ever wondered what it would take to create an app, this episode's for you! We're talking to Teri Yu, the founder of Vibely: an app to help people make meaning connections and find their community, both online and offline. Teri walks us through the journey of a tech startup: figuring out the purpose ... Read more
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Everyone is biased: you, me, your teachers, your parents, even your kids – everyone. Despite all of our differences as human beings, as Liz Kleinrock puts it, “bias is our common denominator.” The question is: So what are you going to do about it? Liz is an anti-bias and anti-racist educator for both children and ... Read more
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Have you ever felt like there was a ‘hidden meaning' to déjà vu? That your recurring dreams and random gut feelings HAD to mean something? Congratulations! You're probably subconsciously trying to access your line within – without even knowing it. Accessing your line means connecting with the full history of your soul: your past lives ... Read more
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“No one shops online.” Today, that sentence sounds ridiculous – some of us only shop online. But back when Jane Lu was just starting her entrepreneurship journey, that sentence resulted in the failure of her first business venture. Almost a decade later, Jane is the self-proclaimed “Lazy CEO” and founder of Showpo, Australia's fastest growing ... Read more
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What's that story deep down inside of you that needs to be put out into the world? What experiences have you had that need to be shared? Today we're talking about staying authentic to yourself, creative struggles, and telling stories through film. Today's guest is an old friend from my music days, filmmaker Mimi Lee. ... Read more
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Rose quartz, clear quartz, phantom quartz – What's the difference? We love looking at crystals for their beauty, and you've probably heard that crystals are also used for their healing properties. But a lot of people never end up using crystals in a deeper way because there are so many crystals with different colors, shapes, ... Read more
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You've probably heard of Mercury retrograde, but what about Saturn return? And have you heard what Pluto's doing recently? We're back with another astrology expert for a deeper dive into what these planetary patterns mean for our daily lives – and our entire lifetimes. I'm chatting with soul astrologer Danielle Paige, who has been reading ... Read more
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It's tough dealing with your own emotions on a daily basis, but what if you're also dealing with everyone else's? If you can deeply feel others' feelings, if you can actually feel the mood in a room, you're probably an empath! But it goes beyond just being able to sense what others are feeling. Robin ... Read more
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Today's guest is a dear friend and one of the first ever Lavi Loves: transformational Diamond Process Coach, Mandy Van De Brug! Mandy is full of wisdom on cultivating self love, a sense of self worth, and overcoming mental health struggles. As a Diamond Process Coach, she actually studied the methods created by a past ... Read more
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If you want a way to stay grounded, try looking up! I'm chatting with coach and author Dr. Ezzie Spencer about the moon: how to keep time with the moon, setting intentions with the cycles, and why we feel connected to it. Ezzie shares how she used journaling to interpret the moon cycles, ways to ... Read more
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You're probably carrying around more garbage than you realize. If you're angry, resentful, or holding a grudge, all of those emotions are not only weighing on mental health – they're taking a physical toll on your body. Rachel Reimer's on the show to talk about her work as a medical intuitive, the different forms of ... Read more
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It's easy to be a cynic, to make excuses for doing less. It's harder to be an optimist. Optimism means choosing responsibility: to do more, to make positive change. So, do you want to be the person that makes excuses or the person that makes the world better? We're kicking off Season 5 of the ... Read more
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Hi loves! Popping in between podcast seasons to share a few exciting announcements: 1. I'm doing a guest takeover on the Optimal Living Daily Podcast! You can listen to me read an article I wrote, Living For Yourself and Not Others, today: Monday, Sept 2. Listen to episode #1361 here → oldpodcast.com/1361 2. The podcast ... Read more
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“There's no mistakes. Everything is aligned.” I truly believe you can only figure out your true path by exploring a bunch of different ones first. That's how Lavendaire came to be, and that's how my friend Branché Foston has found her own true path: making wellness & healing practices more accessible to millennials, especially people ... Read more
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If you're feeling spread a little too thin lately, this episode's for you because we're tackling everything related to stress, what happens when you have too much of it, and practical tips for trying to get your busy life back into balance. Today we're talking to Dr. Samantha Brody, a naturopathic physician and author of ... Read more
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We have a listener favorite returning to the show today: Andrea Owen! Andrea is a life coach who empowers women to *truly* value themselves, despite the messages from media and society telling them “You're not good enough”. Last time Andrea was on the show, we talked about being open to feeling your feelings and how ... Read more
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Delighted to have my friend Jasmine Lipska on the podcast! Jasmine is a YouTuber, travel vlogger, author, and content creator. Her passion is bringing inspiration and light to self growth and modern spirituality. She's currently on an indefinite solo travel journey, exploring and working from all around the world. We talk about her love and ... Read more
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Hi loves! It's a special solo chat for the podcast this week. I'm sharing a story I've never talked about publicly before: a painful experience I had in my early YouTube days where I learned that people I considered to be genuine friends, had never thought of me in the same way. This story shares ... Read more
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Are you treating your body from a place of love and celebration? Or from a punishment and deprivation? Susan Hyatt is a life coach spreading the message of empowerment: looking at and treating your body with genuine love. Aileen and Susan chat about negative body image as a ‘normal' phenomenon for women, how to do ... Read more
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“It's your responsibility to teach people how to treat you.” When you learn to say no more often, you teach others that you have boundaries. And the best part? They'll usually respect you for it. Erin Falconer is a digital entrepreneur and author of How to Get Sh*t Done, a book on self improvement and ... Read more
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Today's podcast is a much-awaited treat! I mentioned being interested in astrology a while back and a lot of people asked me to share more. Since I'm a beginner, I wanted to bring on an expert: Debra Silverman. Debra is an astrologer, psychologist, and expert on marrying the two: interpreting the stars and how they ... Read more
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“If you can learn, then you can do anything. And if you can do anything, you can be anything.” Today's guest is the expert on learning faster, remembering more, and being more productive. Jonathan Levi is the founder of SuperHuman Enterprises. His podcast, books, and courses teach people how to become “SuperHuman”: teaching them how ... Read more
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Today I have a dear friend on the podcast: Karen Rosalie! Karen is a photographer and founder of Rosalie Agency, creating campaigns for beauty brands like Summer Fridays, Kopari Beauty, and Living Proof. You may remember Karen from my Artist of Life Series on YouTube in 2016. Karen was just starting her freelance career and ... Read more
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Today's guest is the expert on all things career, especially for ambitious women and anyone just entering the workforce. Lauren McGoodwin is a self-proclaimed “career center poster girl” and the founder of Career Contessa, a site dedicated to helping women build and excel in fulfilling careers. This episode will answer your top questions about career ... Read more
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The beauty and skincare industry thrives on “more”: buy more products, put more on your skin, and – if they don't work – use them more often. Today's guest is Liah Yoo, a beauty influencer and CEO of KraveBeauty: a skincare brand that sells “less”. Through her YouTube channel and business, Liah wants to #PressReset ... Read more
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Today's episode is a treat if you've seen design for businesses like Fenty Beauty or Colourpop, or content creators like Jenn Im or LaurDIY. We have graphic designer Dawn Lee on the show, who has worked with all of those brands and much more, through her boutique design and art studio DLD.studio. On top of ... Read more
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You might be a perfectionist and not even know it. We tend to think of perfectionists as people who are obsessed with being organized and who never finish projects because it's impossible to get them just right. But perfectionists are also: people-pleasers, procrastinators, and people who fill their time with busywork. Today's guest, Sam Laura ... Read more
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This episode's a highly-requested collaboration with YouTuber/creator Rowena Tsai! Rowena has her own channel on self care and productivity, and also Beauty Within: a beauty & lifestyle channel celebrating inner beauty and wellness. Aileen and Rowena explore Rowena's escape from a dark and lonely place as a teenager, similar journeys in creating content in the ... Read more
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Start small, start slow. An entirely zero waste life can be a daunting goal, but what if we could all make small steps in just one room of our home? Today's podcast guest is Max La Manna, a zero waste vegan chef and voice for low impact living through small changes every single day. Aileen ... Read more
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How do you tell the difference between worry that keeps you safe and worry that holds you back from growth and new experiences? Today's guest, Amber Rae wrote “Choose Wonder Over Worry” to share how she tells the difference: a journey through the inner world to come out and live your truth. Aileen and Amber ... Read more
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Today's podcast episode is a real talk with Amy Lee, an online creator who explores everything fashion, beauty, and lifestyle. Amy's work inspires everyone to know that they have a voice, and to feel empowered to be a better version of themselves every day. Aileen and Amy talk about exploration and pursuing authenticity in your ... Read more
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If manifestation and the law of attraction has ever seemed too “woo” for you, this is your sign to think again and keep an open mind. Today's guest, Kimberley Wenya, is a manifestation and spiritual mindset coach who wants to bridge the gap between the “woo woo” and modern girl spirituality. Manifestation starts simply with ... Read more
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People will always forget your failures, so don't be afraid to get up and try again each time you fall. This is how today's guest built her career in comedy as an Asian American woman, starting at 16 years old. Sierra Katow is now a stand-up comic, TV writer, and freelance web developer. Aileen and ... Read more
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How would your life change if you started believing “I am enough”? Today's guest, Marisa Peer, is a celebrity therapist and hypnotherapy trainer who wants you to stop believing in the stories you've been told, the stories that make you seek validation and make you say “Sorry” for everything. Aileen and Marisa explore life experiences ... Read more
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Zero waste isn't just about the trash or the plastic. The modern environmentalist lives in a way that is mindful of their inner values, gentle on the environment, and still creative and chic! Today's guest is Anita Vandyke: rocket scientist, blogger, and author of “A Zero Waste Life: A Thirty Day Guide”. Aileen and Anita ... Read more
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Exercise and meditation can be incredible life-changing habits, but they're both also the hardest ones to commit to. Digital fitness entrepreneur Kait Hurley is trying to change that through her Move + Meditate practice that helps people cultivate stronger, more resilient bodies and minds. Aileen and Kait talk about the danger of putting your self ... Read more
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Today's episode is a fun treat for creatives, lost post-grads, and anyone feeling ‘stuck' in their path. We have on experimental audio-visual artist and full-time web developer Nomi, creator at “Piquetures” on YouTube. We talked about how Nomi works creative projects for 2-3 hours per day, why it's okay to take a gap year if you're ... Read more
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Looking to quit a bad habit in 2019? Hypnosis may be the practice for you! Today's guest Grace Smith is a renowned hypnotherapist and the founder of the Grace Space Hypnotherapy School, on a mission to make hypnosis mainstream. Aileen and Grace talk about why hypnosis is so effective in stress reduction and changing your ... Read more
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Bestselling spiritual author Theresa Cheung is back on the podcast to talk about seeing the future and living in the present with her two new books: The Premonition Code, sharing insights into the research around extrasensory perception; and 21 Life Changing Rituals, highlighting what you can do every single day to get out of your ... Read more
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The college application process doesn't have to be as hard as you think. Julie Kim is a college admissions consultant who helps middle and high school students “do it all”: earn good grades, cultivate an empowering mindset for college and beyond, and get into the school of their dreams through finding their true passions. Aileen ... Read more
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Make feeling good your priority in life, and every day. The rest of what you want will follow. Today's guest is speaker and author of “Radical Self Love” and “Radical Radiance” Gala Darling. Through her self love techniques and resources, she teaches women everywhere how to fall in love with themselves and life. Aileen and ... Read more
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Exploring a completely new topic on the podcast this week: Tarot! Today's guest, Brigit Esselmont of Biddy Tarot, is shedding light on what Tarot is and isn't and how you can incorporate the spiritual practice into your everyday life. Aileen and Brigit chat about Tarot as a self-reflection tool (and not a fortune teller), how ... Read more
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“Work hard and be nice to people.” This simple advice was given to artist and YouTuber Amanda Lee, and it has taken her farther than she could have ever imagined. Amanda started her channel as a high school freshman and six years later, she has grown to over 1 million subscribers who love her creative ... Read more
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This episode is perfect-timing if you're looking to make health or diet changes for the new year (or any time!). Today's guest is Maria Marlowe: Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, author, and host of the Happier & Healthier podcast. Maria and Aileen chat about how the food you eat affects your body in more ways than ... Read more
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This one is for the journalers, podcasters, and anyone feeling disconnected from life and people. Today's guest, Katie Dalebout is the author of Let It Out: A Journey Through Journaling and host of the Let It Out podcast, in which she has long and candid conversations with guests from every field. Katie and Aileen reflect ... Read more
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“The whole point is to get past the ‘stuff'.” While we often think of minimalism as having less ‘stuff', it's not about the stuff at all. The goal is to get past the focus of material things in order to live a life that's truly meaningful to you. Today we have Matt D'Avella, a filmmaker ... Read more
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Do you ever feel like you're out of balance, but no matter how hard you try, you can't find what you're missing and don't feel like you're ‘enough'? To start off Season 4 of The Lavendaire Lifestyle Podcast, we have Madelyn Moon sharing why you should stop trying so hard: What you're looking for is ... Read more
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It's the Season 3 finale of the Lavendaire Lifestyle Podcast! In this episode, I share exciting things coming for Lavendaire, insights on my relationship with my boyfriend that I've never shared with you all before, and a first listen of my new song about love. In this episode we explore: 1:12 – What's new for ... Read more
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Let’s talk mental health. Today’s guest, Shannen Roberts, is the founding editor of The Strange is Beautiful (TSIB), a resource for accessible alternative self-help for mind obstacles (not “mental illness”!). Through the TSIB blog, zines, and events, Shannen and the TSIB staff create a positive community for understanding and healing your mental health. Aileen and ... Read more
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Want to make a living by creating? Just know that your path won’t be straight and isn’t going to look like anybody else’s. Amy Tan, creator and author of Craft a Life You Love, will inspire you to do just that: craft a life you love, a life full of creative energy and flow, even ... Read more
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Eat, live, wear color. This is how “The Color Mage”, Bernard Charles, lives his high frequency life. From poverty and struggle, Bernard found a home in the power of color therapy and psychology. Today, he's a LGBT thought-leader and author sharing that vibrant power with the world. Aileen and Bernard explore how to incorporate color ... Read more
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Ready to get your career together? Today's episode with Lauren Berger will set you on the path of success. Through InternQueen.com, Lauren and her team helps students land the internship or job of their dreams. With 15 college internships under her belt, she's earned the expertise and title of “Intern Queen”. Aileen and Lauren share ... Read more
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Soul, spirit, light. Regardless of what you call it, we all have an inner voice that's always calling us. Rebecca Campbell author Light Is the New Black, teaches us how to tune into that inner voice and let it help us navigate our lives. Rebecca also shares insight on learning to embrace the seasons of ... Read more
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The love and peace you're searching for is already inside you, waiting to be revealed. Today's guest, Corinne Zupko, had a lifelong journey with anxiety before revealing her own love through A Course in Miracles. Her book From Anxiety to Love shares the process she used to heal from her anxiety and start loving through ... Read more
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You are more powerful than you can imagine when it comes to controlling how deeply you are able to experience life. Today's guest, Ani Anderson, helps people tap into their full mind potential by reconnecting the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of living. Aileen and Ani explore why we think of the mind and body ... Read more
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If you’re an aspiring YouTube influencer, this is the must-listen episode for you. We have marketing and sales expert Erika Vieira of Beauty and the Vlog sharing her insights on not only how to succeed on YouTube, but what it means to be a successful and fulfilled influencer. Through the Beauty and the Vlog podcast ... Read more
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We’re back with the third episode of the Community Podcast! We have four members of the Lavendaire Lifestyle Community (from all over the world!) chatting about personal growth and lifestyle design: Calista, Amber, Claudia, and Esther. The episode explores not taking your work so seriously, dealing with cycles of productivity and laziness, the one question ... Read more
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There’s a reason “Just start” is top advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. Often, what stops you from having that business of your dreams is just starting it. Business and media strategist Erika Ashley was pushed to start her own business while bedridden with arthritis. Today, she helps build other online businesses with features in major media ... Read more
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Understanding the amazing ways your body works can change your life. Today’s guest, Victoria Zimmerman, created Femmehead to share knowledge and empowerment surrounding menstruation. Through videos, courses, and a blog, she wants to teach everything she wishes she was taught about the female body. Aileen and Victoria explore the actual cycles of menstruation, the many ... Read more
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Imagine a loving, non-judgmental voice that speaks to you with tender words, telling you that you were created for a magnificent reason. That is your light source. Today’s guest, Lynette Cenée, is a beauty expert, YouTube personality, and believer in magic, love, and light. Through her work, she spreads the message that beauty is two-dimensional ... Read more
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“I’m just unlucky.” “I can’t compete with everyone else out there.” What other myths are you letting hold you back from living your best life? Today’s guest, Megan Smith-Gill, is a personal growth ninja and life hacker who wants to bust those limiting beliefs – what she calls “Life’s Biggest Bullshifts”. Aileen and Megan talk ... Read more
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Every effort you make to help the environment matters, even if it’s not perfect. Today’s guest, Jamie Kate Adoc, is a nurse and photographer who has been living her own zero waste lifestyle since 2016. Through her blog and YouTube channel, she shares videos about travel, food, minimalism, and what it means to live zero ... Read more
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Looking to take your yoga practice deeper? Make sure your practice is catering to YOU and you alone. Today’s guest, Kelly Smith, believes there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to yoga. Through online classes and podcasts, Kelly empowers her students to explore their personal practice beyond the poses. Aileen and Kelly explore how yoga goes way beyond ... Read more
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“It’s amazing to work for yourself, but it’s not fun to work by yourself.” Today’s guest, Dani Nagel, takes female entrepreneurship to the next level. She started her graphic design career at 19, with companies like Urban Outfitters and Anthropologie. Now she’s created Dazey, a community and brand empowering female entrepreneurs to create beautiful content. ... Read more
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Are you allowing your inner GPS to guide you in the right direction? Today’s guest, Lynn Robinson is an bestselling author and leader speaker on developing and trusting our intuition. Through her books and intuitive reading sessions, she helps people reach personal clarity and an understanding of their true calling. Aileen and Lynn explore how ... Read more
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It’s the second episode of the Community Podcast! We have five members of the Lavendaire Lifestyle Community Facebook group chatting with Aileen about personal growth and lifestyle design: Guna, Livia, Jessie, Bethany, and Lakshita. This episode explores work-life balance when you’re your own boss, dealing with family expectations, turning away from negative thoughts, when’s the ... Read more
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If you’re waiting for “the moment” to know that you’ve “made it”, you’ll never find it. Today’s episode is a podcast first: Two guests…and they’re a couple! Through their YouTube channel and podcast, Jenny and David Mustard create quirky content related to lifestyle, veganism, and minimalism. Aileen, Jenny, and David talk about starting a joint ... Read more
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When your inner critic comes knocking on your door, don’t invite her in. Say “Thank you, but no thank you. I’m too busy living my dream life.” Today’s guest, Melissa Ambrosini, a best-selling author and self-love teacher. Melissa inspires women all around the world to show up to all of their relationships bursting with loving. ... Read more
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There’s no magic solution to being successful and that’s the magic: You get to create the solution yourself. Today’s guest, Meera Lee Patel, is self-taught artist who became a best-selling author through years of trial and error. Her work inspires others to connect with themselves, each other, and the world around them. Aileen and Meera ... Read more
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Give yourself a break to be human and fall apart. We promise you will always come back out of the darkness and stop feeling like sh*t. Today’s guest, Andrea Owen, is a life coach who wants you to be a new kind of strong by feeling your feelings – all of them – instead of ... Read more
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Are you passionate about mindfulness, consciousness, and loving others? The Church of Jediism has lessons that can get you pumped and put you at peace every day, whether you're a Star Wars fanatic or haven't even seen a single movie. The Church's founder Daniel M. Jones is the author of international best-selling book Become the ... Read more
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It's the season finale of the Lavendaire Lifestyle Podcast! In this episode, I share what's new, upcoming, and where I am now in my Lavendaire journey. In this episode we explore: Plans for the next season launching in March 2018 The excitement and nightmare of launching the 2018 Artist of Life Workbook Being open to ... Read more
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Even if you're lost, you can relax and love where you are right now. Today's guest, Kristen Noelle, is the founder of Kay-Ten, a brand empowering women to find true beauty through self love and non-judgment. In this episode, Kristen and Aileen talk about lessons learned while volunteering abroad, juggling others' expectations and honoring oneself, ... Read more
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Welcome to our first Community Podcast! In this new episode format, members of the Lavendaire Lifestyle Community Facebook group ask Aileen any question. In return, Aileen asks a question related to personal growth, lifestyle design, or experiences with Lavendaire. In this episode, we have Janna, Jasmine, and Lavender asking questions about identifying with a brand, ... Read more
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Find simplicity at the core of your most meaningful life changes. Today's guest, Courtney Carver, is the founder of bemorewithless.com and the Project 333 fashion challenge. Her new book, Soulful Simplicity, shares the power of simplicity in all areas of our lives. In this episode, Courtney and Aileen explore minimalist fashion, honoring what your heart ... Read more
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There is no one way of balancing health for all. Discover the right balance for your unique energy and personality. Today's guest, Sahara Rose, is the best-selling author of the Idiot's Guide to Ayurveda and a certified Ayurvedic, Holistic, and Sports Nutritionist. Bridging ayurvedic wisdom and modern nutritional science, Sahara's mission is to awaken people ... Read more
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Unbury the parts of yourself you think no one can love. Today's guest, Veronica Krestow, is a transformational coach and mindfulness mentor who doesn't want you to run away from your life in order to find the joy that's already there. In this episode, Veronica and Aileen explore conversations with depression, the healing energy of ... Read more
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Awareness is the first step to the extraordinary life we all want to live. Today's guest, Clarke Scott, is a writer and director who tells stories of human potential. In this episode, Aileen and Clarke talk about being at a crossroads in your journey, love as an everyday choice, and recognizing the patterns in your ... Read more
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Your business is a reflection of you. It can only be in alignment with your values if you are, too. Today's guest, Melyssa Griffin, teaches entrepreneurs how to create their own meaningful lives and businesses through online courses, community, and the Pursuit with Purpose podcast. In this episode, Aileen and Melyssa talk about following your ... Read more
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How can you confront your past struggles and use it to find your purpose? Today's guest, Nate Proctor, is a “curator of love and art” who combines his love for art and literature to start online discussion about mental health and self-care. In this episode, Aileen and Nate talk about Instagram as a space of ... Read more
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How can you start a love affair with your city? Today's guest, Peter Kageyama is an international speaker and the author of “For the Love of Cities: The Love Affair Between People and their Places.” In this episode, Aileen and Peter explore the unexamined relationship between people and geographic spaces and how individuals can spark ... Read more
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If you want to make huge shifts in your life, ask yourself: What would Daenerys Targaryen do? Today's guest, Mary Shores, is a speaker, entrepreneur, CEO, and author of Conscious Communications. By harnessing the power of words, Mary wants you to become a Conscious Communicator and create your own reality. In this episode, Aileen and ... Read more
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Are you trading your life away for what truly matters to you? Today's guest, Jesse Mecham, is the founder of You Need a Budget (YNAB), the budgeting software that helps you think about your money in a new way so you can live the life you want. In this episode, Aileen and Jesse dive into the ... Read more
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Here's a friendly reminder: you're already being guided to where you're meant to be. All you need to do is trust in the timing of the universe. In this episode, I share about what inspired this reminder, how you can tell when you're being guided and how to strengthen that guidance in your life. In ... Read more
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As long as you're evolving towards your highest self, you are living your meaning. Today's guest, Theresa Cheung, is a bestselling spiritual author with twenty-five years of research and writing in the psychic world. In this episode, Aileen and Theresa explore the light and darkness of birthdays, what a Jedi's “force” really is, and making ... Read more
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Are you incorporating magic into your creative practice? Today's guest, Yumi Sakugawa, is a comic book artist inspired by the universe and her own experiences as an Asian American woman. In this episode, Aileen and Yumi delve deep into creativity and darkness, how art pushes us towards an ideal future, and mindful morning routines. In ... Read more
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Cut out from your life the people who don't want the most empowered version of yourself. Today's guest, Amy E. Smith, is a confidence coach who wants you to stop being a people-pleaser and start living for yourself. In this episode, Aileen and Amy explore confident communication, authentic living, and how to be responsible for ... Read more
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There are endless ways to be living the dream. What's yours? Today's guest, Jason Zook, made over a million dollars wearing t-shirts as the launch of his entrepreneurial journey. In this episode, Aileen and Jason share stories of the necessity of failure, the non-necessity of growth, and how to build a successful online business. In ... Read more
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When you hold yourself as sacred, you're able to make the best choices for your future. Today's guest, Sora Surya No, is a transformative business coach, international retreat leader, and world traveler connecting women entrepreneurs with the art of feeling sacred. In this episode, Aileen and Sora explore spiritual healing, inner expansion, and the magic ... Read more
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The world needs you to live from your heart. Today's guest, Amber Zuckswert, is an international pilates and vinyasa yoga instructor, professional dancer, and holistic nutritionist. In this episode, Amber and Aileen reflect on connecting the dots of your life experiences and journeying into discomfort to become your most epic self. In this episode we ... Read more
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Sometimes you can have it all and still not know who you are inside. Today's guest, Khe Hy, spent successful 14 years on Wall Street before realizing he never looked inside himself out of fear. This episode is for those ready to be uncomfortable and find real happiness. In this episode we explore: 1:12 – ... Read more
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Take control of your time by designing the life you actually want to live. Today's guest, Katie Lee, is a daily life designer and author of The Effortless Everyday. In this episode, Katie and Aileen talk about ways to make small tweaks in your day to create big changes in your life. In this episode ... Read more
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Mindfulness heals all aspects of your health, including your body. Today's guest, Sarah Anne Stewart, left a modeling career to relearn her subconscious patterns around health and wellness. In this episode, Sarah Anne and Aileen talk about how food and diets can be healing with the right mindset. In this episode we explore: 1:08 – ... Read more
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Learn how confidence is built by making small wins in life. In this episode, Aileen reflects on her childhood stories and how those experiences have shaped her confidence over the years. P.S. This was recorded as a video as well—stay tuned for the video on my YouTube (with visuals of what I'm sharing about!). Links: ... Read more
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Are you living out of fear of negative consequences? Practice living intuitively, instead. Today's guest, Jo ChunYan, blends graphic design and intuition coaching to live out her true, creative self. This episode will teach you how to listen to your intuition and strengthen it to choose your best path every day of your life. In ... Read more
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With a picture in your head, champagne in your glass, and a little room for magic, you can build an empire. Today's guest, Cara Alwill Leyba is a six-time best-selling author and life coach taking a glamorous approach to self-help for women. This episode is a reminder for the aspiring girlbosses and entrepreneurs: It's easy ... Read more
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Paying attention to the little things can lead to big change in your life. Today's guest, Rachael Kable, is a mindfulness mentor with a dream to empower people to live more mindfully in meaningful ways. This episode will inspire you to slow down, cultivate awareness, and appreciate your daily life in a new way. In ... Read more
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Make people want to say “YES!” to you by creating so much that they can’t say no. Today’s guest, Lily Herman, is a freelance writer who has worked with publications like Teen Vogue, Glamour, Time, Cosmopolitan, and many more. Whether your craft is writing, design, or photography, this episode will teach you how to start ... Read more
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Create through the doubt and do your way into figuring out what you want (and what you don't want). Today's guest, Sara Dietschy, is a filmmaker and online personality who is passionate about the creative community. This episode will inspire you to finally start that YouTube channel. In this episode we explore: 1:21 – Sara’s ... Read more
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The only way to get noticed is to make things and put them out there. Today’s guest, Karen Kavett, is a crafter and freelance graphic designer. Since high school, Karen has been putting her work out into the world, earning opportunities with HGTV and YouTube. This episode is for those with a passion for creating. ... Read more
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How can you build a business based around a cause you’re passionate about? Guest Molly Hayward co-founded Cora, the premium organic tampon company sharing menstrual products to those in need. This episode is for the social entrepreneurial spirit in you. In this episode we explore: 1:58 – Molly’s journey to social entrepreneurship 6:00 – The ... Read more
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With fifteen years of personal development courses under her belt, today’s guest, Pia Edberg, is a self-proclaimed “personal development junkie.” As a self-published best-selling author and coach, she aspires to teach others about hygge and happy living. This episode is perfect for everyone as we grow to design our most authentic life. In this episode ... Read more
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Lately I've been creatively uninspired, so today I thought I'd share some tips on what you can do when you're feeling uninspired, unmotivated or in a rut. It happens to the best of us, and that's okay. Listen for some key lessons & strategies on how to bounce back, and see below for notes. Tips ... Read more
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Gratitude can be the best practice to change your life. Today's guest, Angela Simson, embraces gratitude to her body to live her happiest and healthiest life. As a nutrition health coach, she inspires hundreds of women to do the same. This episode is perfect for everyone learning to love and nourish their body. Angela Simson ... Read more
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Kate is a visionary and global voice for boldness and truth. She has fought for her life twice and knows first hand what personal transformation looks like. She's a total stand for what’s possible in humanity & collaborates with the top leaders in our industry: Jack Canfield, Brendon Burchard, and many more. Links: Kate Maree ... Read more
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Gary Szenderski is an author, speaker, teacher and branding expert who specializes in helping people and organizations navigate change. His latest book Szen Zone: Reaching a State of Positive Change is a compilation of heartwarming and inspirational short stories that celebrate the power in each of us to create positive change in our lives. Links: ... Read more
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Sorah Yang is an international hip hop dance teacher, choreographer, and singer from the Bay Area. Ever since I've known Sorah, she's always been a little fireball – tiny but mighty. This girl is strong, smart, and so empowering. I'm so excited to share her journey and lessons with you all. Follow Sorah Yang web ... Read more
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Kajal Pandey is a life coach, self-love revolutionary and writer. Her story will inspire you to follow your heart and happiness to live your most authentic life. Links: Kajal Pandey Website | www.kajalpandey.com/ YouTube | youtube.com/dearkajal FB Community | www.facebook.com/groups/thesoulsanctuarycommunity/ Show notes A Course in Miracles | www.acim.org/ Dying to Be Me by Anita Moorjani ... Read more
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Linda Coussement is a corporate business consultant turned world peace warrior. She has made it her mission to make acts of compassion and empathy as normal as brushing our teeth and she does so through portraits, books, programs, and workshops. She’s the creator of the blog, How It Is to Be You & the ebook: ... Read more
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It was such a pleasure to have my friend Siraj Raval come on The Lavendaire Lifestyle. Siraj Raval is a data scientist, best-selling author, and YouTube star who's on a warpath to inspire and educate developers to build artificial intelligence. Siraj will inspire you to go after your dreams, even when no one else believes ... Read more
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The Lavendaire Lifestyle is back for Season 2! Today I'm sharing 8 components of the success mindset. This episode's for anyone who's been stuck or held back by self doubt, fear, or limiting beliefs. It's not about how talented or smart you are, and not just about how hard you work. It's about how long ... Read more
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Here's a bonus episode for y'all – an interview from my Artist of Life Series on YouTube. Clarissa Wei is a freelance journalist who recently backpacked across China, Taiwan, and Tibet for 9 months. She’s written stories for VICE, Eater, Los Angeles Times, and has appeared on Travel Channel’s Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern. This ... Read more
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It's time for the podcast to come to an end… OK, a temporary end. 🙂 This final episode for Season 1 of The Lavendaire Lifestyle touches on prioritizing and making space for what's most important to you. I share tips on selective effort and productivity by Seth Godin and my personal method to getting things ... Read more
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Maneesh Sethi is the CEO and founder of Pavlok, the behavior training wristband that changes habits with vibration, beep, and electric biofeedback. Today we chat about his journey travelling, lifehacking, blogging to boosting productivity in unconventional ways. Maneesh also shares about his experience on the show Shark Tank and living with Tim Ferris, author of The 4-Hour Workweek. ... Read more
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Canna Campbell shares her financial knowledge to show us that investing doesn't have to be scary, and that we can all cultivate an abundance mindset for money. Listen in to hear how Canna came up with an extra $32,000 outside of her salary for her blog's investing project, and all the resources she recommends for ... Read more
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Lauren Berger is the founder & CEO of Intern Queen. In this podcast, Lauren talks about her journey through 15 internships in college, her struggles as an entrepreneur #girlboss, and practical tips on how to land your dream internship or job. Lauren Berger of Intern Queen https://internqueen.com https://youtube.com/internqueen https://facebook.com/internqueen https://instagram.com/internqueen
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Ashley Beaudin is a heart encourager and speaker for creative women, leading the imperfect boss movement to help liberate women from the pressure of being perfect. Join the movement Oct 3-5 by posting a confession with the hashtag #theimperfectboss! Website: https://theimperfectboss.com/Instagram: @ashley.beaudinTwitter: @ashleybeaudin
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Sometimes you just gotta force yourself to leave your safe routine and do things outside of your comfort zone. Today I discuss when it's NOT a good idea to follow your gut and why you need to make yourself get uncomfortable once in a while.
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This week I interview singer/songwriter Priska (Priscilla Liang) who's currently running a Kickstarter campaign to fund her debut EP. I've known Priska for years and I am so proud of her for all she is and all she's doing. Listen as she shares her story on how she started writing, what she stands for, and why ... Read more
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On slowing down, putting love first, and learning to be graceful. Listen to hear about what I've been up to these past couple weeks, how my priorities had shifted, and what I've learned after premiering my film, Picture Taipei. Free Audible trial: https://audibletrial.com/lavendaire
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This is a snapshot of my life when things are happening. It's an exciting time but it can also be overwhelming. From handling daily video uploads for the #5DaystoMinimalism Challenge to meetings & appointments to a new training/orientation to big deadlines to prepping for a major event… This week has been a jam-packed whirlwind of movement! I'm grateful to ... Read more
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Today we're going to have some fun and flex our imagination. I share an exercise from You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero that will help you look at your life with an incredibly fresh perspective. FREE Audible Trial – https://www.audibletrial.com/lavendaire
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This week was a rollercoaster of emotions. At one point I felt so inspired, fulfilled, like I was on top of the world. And in the next moment, all of that confidence and excitement was squashed and I felt like I was worthless and ridiculous. And then I had to take some time to pick ... Read more
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Today I interview the adventurous spirit that is Clarissa Wei, a freelance journalist currently backpacking through Asia. Clarissa and I met years ago when she was writing about Chinese food in LA and I was working at the largest Asian food festival in the US. We collaborated on some fun videos like ‘How to Eat Xiao ... Read more
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In today's episode of The Lavendaire Lifestyle, I interview Kristy Arnett, emotional intelligence coach, professional poker player, and host of WTF am I Doing with My Life? Podcast. Kristy shares her journey on transitioning from a career in poker to a new career in emotional intelligence and personal development, and how it all began because her marriage was falling apart. ... Read more
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Since I came back from Europe, I haven't been motivated to work on a full podcast episode like usual. Today I just wanted to be real, raw and honest about how it feels to lose motivation in school, work, and life, and how I've learned to deal with it. I share one of my biggest weaknesses ... Read more
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Let me tell you a secret about how I launched my career: I faked it until I made it. Thinking back, I had no idea what I was doing 99% of the time when I started working as a PR manager, spokesperson, host and video producer at a startup food festival called 626 Night Market. I literally ... Read more
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If you know me, you know that I love to play with different hair colors. Today I share my hair story and the drastic moment that made me realize that I am still me, no matter what I have or wear on the outside. Often times we depend on the things we “think” define us (i.e.: our ... Read more
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“The relationship you have with yourself is the only constant relationship you'll have in your entire life.” – Kajal Pandey Truth: This is one of my favorite episodes to date. Kajal is a spiritual life coach and self love teacher, and she has so much wisdom to share. Listen as I share my story on how I ... Read more
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Today I reflect on a series of failures that altered the course of my life. It was a time in my life where I felt incredibly stuck and overwhelmed with self doubt and fear, but I had to get honest with myself about what I truly wanted in life, even if it wasn't easy. Looking back, I see ... Read more
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You’re only given one body to live in for this lifetime. Love it for what it is & love it fully. In this episode of The Lavendaire Lifestyle, Aileen shares a childhood experience that sparked her body insecurities, and how her relationship with her body has grown today. Then she talks to blogger, coach and certified yoga ... Read more
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There are 300,000 items in the average American home. Think about everything that you own. How much of that stuff is just dead weight, taking up space in your home and cluttering your physical as well as mental space? Today's episode of The Lavendaire Lifestyle highlights minimalism and its life-changing benefits. Listen as Aileen shares her personal story ... Read more
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In this episode of The Lavendaire Lifestyle, Aileen reflects on a trip to New York City that was so magical and serendipitous, it left her baffled. After seemingly disconnected yet extremely lucky things kept happening to her throughout that trip, Aileen is convinced that there is serendipity and magic in this world. You just have to be open ... Read more
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In today's episode of The Lavendaire Lifestyle, Aileen talks about feeling lost and frustrated at not knowing what to do with her life after graduation. Determined to discover her true calling, Aileen decides to follow her curiosities and explore everything that she's drawn to. This episode is a reminder that you don't have to have ... Read more
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Hi my loves, First of all, THANK YOU SO MUCH for the amazing feedback on my first podcast. It meant so much to see all the love and support I have around me. I'm really glad that my stories and lessons could contribute to your life in any way. If you haven't already, please leave a ... Read more
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Welcome to the first episode of The Lavendaire Lifestyle! In this new podcast, I will be diving deeper into my personal life stories, and sharing all the lessons that I've learned and wisdom I've gained about creating your dream life. New episodes will be released every Sunday. Subscribe to The Lavendaire Lifestyle on iTunes I'm so ... Read more
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