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I'm doing what my kid self enjoyed in the summer, now as an adult—and seeing if my kids enjoy it too—because we lead by example and everything in life is an experiment.
Also, try ChatGPT to plan your next trip!
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tacos, tequila, friends embarrassed by college photos, a rainbow and the significance of "123"
a short and sweet video recapping Tina Gill's memorial in Colorado Would love to hear from you! You can send a voice note here:https://www.speakpipe.com/LenaPorter
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My go-to person in life died 6 months ago. Her memorial is this weekend in Colorado and in true Tina fashion, she requested it be a taco & tequila shindig. She was hospitalized from a stroke the day I moved into my house, and died 2 days later. She was my best friend for the past 15 years. I recorded this video on Christmas Eve, exactly 3 weeks from her death. It was 11 pm and quiet. I made the video for myself, to capture my thoughts on how my greatest fear came true which was—if something really good comes into my life, something else gets taken away—and how now I could see that 1) that's not true; life has highs and lows and they are not related, 2) where this fear stems from...my family's past and 3) I responded to this tragic news in an empowering, trusting way that is different from how I behaved in the past. The resilience I now have is a testament to years of identifying my limiting beliefs, discovering their root cause and choosing to not let it derail me. As I packed for my trip to Colorado to celebrate the gem of a human that Tina was, I thought about what I said in this personal video and how it might resonate with someone. So I decided to post it publicly. In this episode: Siblings remembering and interpreting the same experience, differently How good can you stand it Generational trauma Don't play it safe because there's always a chance you can get hurt in life. Sometimes you just need someone to hear you. "I was basking in what I loved and at the same time, without me knowing it, my best friend was being rushed to the hospital." Staying unseen and small and then everyone will be OK; it makes no sense. Looping subconscious beliefs. Are you trying to protect yourself but it's actually hindering/hurting you? Just because you get older, doesn't mean you've evolved I've been working towards completing my coaching certification. ** To meet my graduation requirement, I need a few more hours of outside coaching practice. So, I'm opening up 4 spots of free coaching. This will be 6 sessions for 4 individuals who would love a safe space to gain clarity and receive guidance on what's their next right step. ** To apply, please fill out this form.
https://forms.gle/xcNU2mxuZMn6Y6tUA I know summer is filled with fun and your schedule may be all over the place. Not to worry, I'm confident we can find the time to connect. -
I talk about how to get in sync with the feeling you want, right now.
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The meticulous way she patiently made her mother's masala chai tea made our last chat together even more sweet.
How can we continue to create these moments of casual, insightful conversations over homemade food or drink? And make it accessible within your schedule?
I'm all ears. Click the link below to send me a voice note with an idea!
https://www.speakpipe.com/LenaPorter
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I gave water polo a try and played alongside the best in the country!
Also, in this episode, I quit my dance performance. When one door closes, another opens. Quote of the episode: "My peace is more important than keeping the peace." —MJ You can send me a voice note here :)https://www.speakpipe.com/LenaPorter
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fake rings, single girl vs single guy sitch
some things are more enjoyable when shared and do you want to go for a walk on June 2nd? For details on the walk & to RSVP see here: https://trustinjoy.myflodesk.com/listLet's connect! @ l.a.pisko
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Can you imagine floating every weekend in the Dead Sea?
Meet Serina, co-founder of The Dead Sea Company. That is how she spent her childhood and now, together with her sister and brother, they've created a skin care line based around their "hero ingredient" the Dead Sea mud. We talk about giving yourself little breaks to reset throughout your week and how a 5 minute skincare routine can feel luxurious, not like a chore. (i.e. You look forward to a mud mask; you don't get excited about taking off your makeup.) Come along with me and learn how to paint your face! Bonus! Use code JOY at checkout to receive 10% off your order. https://www.thedeadseaco.com/pages/the-dead-sea-glow Mother's Day is coming up—The Dead Sea Mineral Mask Kit is a beautiful gift! I'm also going to include it in grad gifts. @thedeadseacompany
P.S. From their sales, they donate to Eco Peace Middle East, an organization addressing water scarcity in Jordan.Want to get together with a supportive and energizing group of women? Jump on my list to be notified of future meetups: signup here
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What do you think about my dad's comment?
Do you ask for help?
Do you do it all yourself?
And the biggest question: What in your life is feeling like a 'no'? Because...if it's not a HELL YES, it's a NO. Take that through every aspect of your life.
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Have you thought of this before (re: your kids)?
"How much time do I need to spend with these people?" You may be surprised by the answer. I've completed a course by the Language of Listening—it's based in positive psychology and play therapy. In this episode, I share one of the skills I'm about to put into practice. It feels weird and too basic and my kids might be annoyed by it—but I'm also looking forward to it! Listen in to see if you want to give it a try with your kiddos. Rachel Norman is a parenting coach who facilitated this course. Her blog is a useful parenting gem! She's a guest on an upcoming episode. Stay tuned! https://amotherfarfromhome.com/ SAKARA: No cooking! Delicious, nutritious, plant-based meals delivered! $50 OFF HERE Want to get together with a supportive and energizing group? Jump on my list to be notified of future meetups: signup hereLet's connect! @ l.a.pisko
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It's a lot easier to say 'YES' to things when you may not have a lot more time.
Thankfully, I do. But what was the purpose of this recent scare? Listen to hear... Please talk about what you are currently going through, with someone you trust. You are never alone. Want to get together with a supportive and energizing group of women? Jump on my list to be notified of future meetups: signup here Everyone benefits in the company of compassionate, empowered women!Let's connect! @ l.a.pisko
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I went to a tequila tasting. It was comical and lackluster and a good example of what NOT to do in your business. My friend who joined me was weeks away from the grand opening of her business. The way this event unfolded shined a spotlight on how she wants to conduct herself and how she wants her clients to feel, in her space. This is valuable intel; and it was gained in an unusual way!
Also in the episode, I mention the MyFLo app. I have been using this app for many years—it's so much more than a period tracker. It was my introduction into cycle syncing. When a woman, who is still menstruating, understands how she is different/her needs are different during each of her 4 phases throughout the month, her life makes more sense! The clarity you'll receive! That's why I had low energy then! Oh, so my desire to organize everything (!) last week was normal! etc. There are specific foods that support you during each phase. Your body craves certain types of exercise during each phase. And, due to hormonal levels, your brain is optimized for different tasks within each phase. I continue to find this so interesting. And also, continue to eat chocolate avocado pudding during my menstrual phase. (simple recipe here) To quote the app, during your ovulation phase: aka, your sparkly time, "The overall hormonal effect on the brain is one of openness to new things, creativity and beginnings." —Flo Living Interested in cycle syncing? I highly recommend this free app: myflo app Get goodies and perks! (newsletter signup here) Work with a stylist! (closet edit + style advice here)Let's connect! @ l.a.pisko
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In this week's episode, we are going inside Vida Voyager—a new local boutique with colorful, Scandinavian vibes.
Nasha's story is a great example of slowly taking action in the form of following your curiosity. She made a major career change from working as an attorney for the Federal Court of Appeals in San Francisco to moving to Plymouth, Michigan...and taking small steps which lead her to become the owner of the sustainably sourced and chicly curated boutique, Vida Voyager.
We need local boutiques. Because even though you can go online and have the world at your fingertips, there's something to be said about creating communities. These shops make up the streets that make up towns. Supporting the owners of these businesses is imperative—they're bringing us something that we may not find on our own. They're opening our eyes and giving us an experience—whether that's by ourselves or strolling with a friend.
See how a Stylist shops :)
We shot an in-store video of me perusing the goods! Click HERE to watch.
Vida Voyager's site:
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Ever feel like you just can't get it together? Me too. There's a deep root to that. You might be in fight, flight, fawn or freeze mode. What I've come to see now, is that I was in what is called the freeze state. I went through a year long divorce (while living together) and couldn't get it together to show up, authentically, to continue hosting this podcast that I enjoy so much. It's been over 6 months since then. During that time, I intentionally put a pause on action and expectation. This is something that was so foreign to me—not taking action, not making “it” happen…I have high expectations of myself, and so, the combo of not doing and being OK with that, felt terrifying. The truth is, I've recorded lots of episodes during this pause time—introspective ones on what it's like to grieve, adjust to a new life, and really feel the root cause of how my life unfolded in this way, and guest chats too. I held back on airing these episodes because…I was afraid. I felt scared that I would say too much, be too vulnerable—put those emotions out there like some silly high school girl on TikTok. But then I reminded myself that I would have LOVED to have heard someone who was going through what I was, at that time. I'm excited to bring back the show! Thank you for listening. To Be Magnetic Free Clarity Meditation To Be Magnetic Membership: Use code: LENA for either option (monthly discount or pay in full discount)
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This is the Season 2 Finale. The Dating Lena podcast will be back in the fall. Enjoy the rest of your summer! Bask in Dolce far niente – the sweetness of doing nothing. Or if you want ideas of fun things to experience, check out the list I put together—they're some of my favorite artist dates! Go to www.lenalikes.co/girls-weekend/
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I'm back from my Greece immersion! We can call it a wellness retreat, spa camp or, relevant to the topic of this podcast—the ultimate solo date.
Going on this trip was a big deal for me. I was travelling by myself, internationally, meeting up with people I didn't know, on an island I've never been to for 10 days. My motivators were fun, relaxation, beauty and exploration.
The experience proved once again, that it's ok to say 'yes' to yourself...to do the thing that gives you excitement, rest or peace.
I haven't seen examples of women like me doing this. I see multi-millionaire women, who are mothers of young children carving out time for retreats. I'm not there. What I do see is women in my demographic feeling like they need a reason to say yes to rest, fun or their interests.
The word 'deservingness' feels big. You might attach arrogance to it or a whole bunch of other emotions.
In my conversations with women on this trip, I've realized there's a mindset that you have to be burnt out from work or your family...have a health scare or have gone through a traumatic experience to deserve an epic vacation, time to yourself, meals that make you feel good, or the time you need each day for your health. (physical, mental etc.) Often, we rally around the woman who is at a low, to give HER permission to take what she needs to get back on track.
What if we didn't let it get to that point? I'd love to see more women speaking up and receiving what they need (rest, adventure, support and so on). I don't see the downside to making yourself a priority. It's a form of prevention!
Be the role model you need to see and in doing so, you'll be one to others.
This episode's quote is: "When you communicate your needs. You give other people permission to do the same."— To Be Magnetic Journal
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The ultimate solo date! I'm going on a 10 day international retreat—traveling alone and meeting up with strangers. Ole!
That red ruffle bikini! https://www.lenalikes.co/beachy-things/ How do you spend your me-time? I'd love to hear. DM @lenaporter or email: [email protected] -
You already do this me-time activity! I'll give you 3 clues:
* You do this a few times a year
* It's a non-negotiable
* You feel pretty afterwards
Listen to see if you guessed correctly. :)
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Have you ever heard of a Moab rose? It's one of the blooms I played around with during my flower arrangement class. If you like flowers, then this episode is for you!
Connect with me on IG @lenaporter Check out photos from past episodes: https://www.lenalikes.co/tag/podcast/ - Näytä enemmän
