The Highly Unlikely Podcast with Lavena Perry

How you view and interact with the world has a monumental impact on the trajectory of your life.

This week's episode is all about shaping and shifting your prospect to align with the life you are trying to build and the person you want to be.

In this episode:

• What is perspective?  1:23
• How your perspective impacts your life 2:21
• Figuring out where you need to adjust 5:29
• Strategies for finding a new perspective 8:38
• Leaning into your community 18:16

Resources:
Episode 46: The Secret To Lasting Change
Episode 45: Building a Community

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It’s easy to show up for the people in your life, but it can feel impossible to show up for yourself in meaningful ways.

This week’s episode is all about making changes in your life to better care for yourself so that you can show up as the best version of yourself for the people you love.

In this episode:

• I made a huge decision that radically changed my life 2:36
• Making the right decision is rarely the easy decision 4:59
• Why is it so hard to love yourself? 9:39
• Love yourself by getting clear about what you want 11:05
• If caring for yourself is so important, why don't you do it? 11:50
• Why you need to make yourself a priority 15:17
• Balance 15:52
• Make caring for yourself a priority; it's essential 17:17

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Seeing big, positive changes in your life is SUPER EXCITING!

But what if you don’t?

What if you have been working consistently to transform your life, and you don’t see any real progress?

This week's episode is all about atomic growth and how to make lasting changes that lead to transformational growth in your life.

In this episode:

• What is atomic growth?  1:21
• How making atomic changes impacts your life 4:54
• Re-writing the operating system in your brain 7:12
• Using existing routines as building blocks for growth 8:57
• Tapping into things you love to enact change 14:33
• Speaking your way to transformation 19:19

Resources:
Atomic Habits by James Clear
https://www.amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/0735211299/ref=asc_df_0735211299/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312014159412&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6812157477633912573&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1014472&hvtargid=pla-541463258824&psc=1

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The last few years have been challenging in more ways than we recognized, and the lasting changes to our communities have become apparent to many people. 

Despite all the changes, our need for community has not diminished.  Today's episode dives into the impacts of the loss of community, and how we move forward from here to repair and build these essential communities in a post-pandemic world.

In Today's Episode:

• Hiking alone went very wrong 1:30
• How the last couple of years have left us stranded and alone 5:18
• The importance of community for our health & well-being 6:57
• The Forest Ranger that saved my life 10:52
• Finding the community that's right for you 12:39
• Building a community in a digital world 14:29
• Getting back to in-person socializing 16:29

Resources:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7585135/
https://www.lhsdoi.com/20712/showcase/searching-how-psychology-explains-our-need-for-community/
https://www.happiness.com/magazine/relationships/the-importance-of-community/

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It goes without saying life is hard sometimes...the challenges can feel overwhelming.  And when we are in the midst of chaos, happiness and peace can feel like an impossible dream.

Today's episode focuses on strategies to hang onto your happiness amid life's storms. 

I talk about:

• Rediscovering wisdom from my past self  1:30
• Sad lyrics with a very happy tune 3:19
• Gratitude is more than a platitude, it's a strategy for joy & peace 8:03
• Community is essential 14:03
• Boundaries create space to practice self-care 18:51
• Journaling to give your emotions a voice 28:46
• Summary  32:47

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Enacting change in your life isn't about how the world sees you; it is about how you see and interact with the world. This is YOUR journey.

Today's episode is all about your transformation journey.  I will talk about what personal transformation is, whether or not it's possible, how to get started, and the keys to success.

I talk about:

• How real change takes place 4:52
• Not being defined by your past choices 5:52
• Foundations are so important 9:15
• The motivation behind your desire to change 15:50
• The importance of starting over 17:59
• The benefits of tracking growth 20:54
• Key takeaways 25:16

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Anytime you are working on a goal or trying to change things in your life, you are bound to face some sort of discouragement along the way.

This episode of The Highly Unlikely Podcast is all about strategies to overcome discouragement, find support, and keep yourself motivated to move forward.

In this episode:

• Experiencing discouragement is inevitable 2:19
• Where discouragement comes from 5:05
• Gathering information to succeed 7:07
• Finding Guidance 9:58
• Building a community 12:19
• Gaining a new perspective 14:28
• Take a hot five to re-evaluate 18:24

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Today I am sharing about one of the daily practices that I feel passionately about because of its power to change lives.

In this episode:

• The term being mindful and present sounds nice, but what does it mean?
• Why a mindfulness practice is so important
• Getting started in your own mindfulness practice

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Links:

https://www.milesformigraine.org/the-mind-body-connection-managing-migraine/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwmdGYBhDRARIsABmSEeMnYn5hQWB0mwMMLsznp44A_9BrLO2w2hVZu9KWahUeI_lPxR3Dqt4aAtEzEALw_wcB

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If you have ever felt down on yourself for not being where you feel like you should be, or you're not able to get the things done that you need and want to, this is the episode for you!

I am sharing an essential life lesson that I was reminded of when I had a day that went completely off the rails, which created an opportunity I wasn't expecting.

• One decision that spiraled out of control  1:29
• The opportunity that turned things around 4:30
• The reminder of what's important 7:19

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There's an important conversation we need to have about what it means to be selfless.  

In today's episode, you will have the opportunity to examine your perspective on selflessness and see if you are bringing your best self to the relationships that matter to you.

• A troubling conversation  1:46
• What is selflessness?  3:34
• What it looks like to invest time and energy in yourself  4:47
• An essential conversation about your health  6:45
• A new direction and exciting future  9:22

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The start of the new year is a time when many of us like to look at the year ahead and decide what habits we want to work on and the goals we want to achieve.

Making the goals is the easy part. Sticking to them and creating lasting habits and positive change is the struggle.

In today’s episode, I will give you three actionable strategies you can use to make habits stick and bring positive and lasting change to your life.

I talk about:

• How to work new habits into your busy schedule
• The importance of small changes
• Keeping track of progress
• How to motivate yourself when you’re feeling discouraged
• The most powerful tool in your arsenal

Resources:

Get Your Money Right

Building a Routine

Unlock Your Confidence

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Happiness is something many of us seek. You might think you are simply an unhappy person, but it's simply not true! You have the power to control the level of happiness in your life, but you need to stop doing some key things to make that happen.

In today's episode, I am going to share 5 things you need to stop doing that will increase your happiness!

I talk about...

• Where to focus your time and energy
• The danger of comparison
• The needs of others
• Waiting to pursue your dreams
• Banishing negativity

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We all go through periods of time where we struggle with motivation and feel like it's impossible to move forward. It can be frustrating! And the more frustrated you get, the more difficult it becomes to keep going through the motions and doing any work towards your goals. What do you do? How do you snap yourself out of it and start feeling energized and motivated again?

Today I am going to give you five actionable steps you can take to find your mojo again and get back to doing the things you feel passionately about!

I talk about...

• The importance of acknowledgment
• Getting it all out
• Moving your way to success
• Regaining focus and traction
• Shifting your mindset

Resources...

https://ahighlyunlikelylife.com/2021/09/02/get-your-life-back-on-track-with-these-powerful-strategies/

https://ahighlyunlikelylife.com/2021/08/04/living-a-life-full-of-purpose/

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Sometimes it feels impossible to get everything done! Even if you start off strong, you may find those simple things take longer than they should, or you get derailed by distractions. There are so many things that can get you off track and leave your to-do list undone.

I have had these same struggles! Today I am going to share my favorite tools for productivity, keeping everything organized, and getting more done in less time.

I talk about...

• Shortcuts to keep your fingers on the keyboard
• My favorite suite
• How to copy text off any screen
• A search bar to rule all search bars
• Effectively keeping notes so you don't lose them
• My favorite app that has changed the way I organize my life

Resources...

• Text Sniper: https://textsniper.app/
• PC alternatives to Text Sniper: Capture2Text and Textify
• Alfred: https://www.alfredapp.com/
• PC Alternatives to Alfred: 
  • Listary: https://www.listary.com/
  • Cerebro App: https://cerebroapp.com/
• Notion: https://www.notion.so/
• Google Workspace: https://workspace.google.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=na-US-all-en-dr-bkws-all-all-trial-e-dr-1009892&utm_content=text-ad-none-any-DEV_c-CRE_524361298487-ADGP_Desk+|+BKWS+-+EXA+|+Txt+~+Google+Workspace+~+Core_Google+Workspace+Core-KWID_43700060153385061-kwd-346911454270&utm_term=KW_google workspace-ST_google+workspace&gclid=CjwKCAjw7fuJBhBdEiwA2lLMYW-9u5rkewtt6rVc5itpnhi9906ZW_PU2O7X3VQeFqH2q2cFDifLNhoC_3sQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds 

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Losing a loved one is a difficult challenge. But parenting children through that same loss is even more challenging. It's difficult to know what to do or the best way to navigate your way through it because for almost everyone who deals with this challenge, it is the very first time, and they have no experience with it.

In today's episode, I will give you some basic strategies for parenting children through grief. Of course, no one likes to think these are strategies they will ever need, but if you or someone you know finds themselves thrust into this difficult role, it is essential for everyone involved to have some idea of how to navigate these difficult waters.

I talk about...

• The challenges of parenting children who are grieving
• The importance of talking about their loved one
• Getting professional help and what to look for
• Having rules and boundaries in a time of grief
• Allowing your child to grieve in their own way
• Accepting permanent change
• Showing up for your child

Resources...

Helping Children Deal With Grief

10 Ways to Help a Grieving Child

Helping A Child Cope With The Death Of A Parent

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Everyone makes mistakes and needs to correct course now and then! But sometimes you feel lost and don't know how to get back on track. This can lead to making more mistakes and creating a much bigger problem, or wasting precious time on a path you don't want to be on.

It's a normal but uncomfortable part of life.

Today's episode will give you some powerful strategies to make the necessary changes and keep yourself on course to see long-term change and success!

I talk about...

• Understanding why you have gotten off course
• The importance of re-focusing
• Setting yourself up for success
• Continuing to move forward despite setbacks

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Running your own business is an incredible experience! From the freedom to work for yourself, having your own income, and the satisfaction of building something from the ground up, it is unlike any other work experience.

If you are thinking about starting down an entrepreneurial path, I applaud you!! But it can be a daunting journey if you don't know where to start or if you have what it takes to succeed. Today, I am going to go through the set of skills you need if you want to be successful at running your own business and tell you how to get started!

I talk about...

• The difference between starting a business and running a business
• Going out and getting what you want
• Finding the right team to help run your business
• Being a thought leader
• Steering the ship
• The key to developing relationships inside and outside your business
• The essential skills you need to be successful

Links...

Small Business Administration

Home | Denise Duffield Thomas | Money Mindset Mentor for Women

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I have been fighting a terrible (NOT COVID) cold...yes, they still exist! But I couldn't miss another week!

This week marks a difficult anniversary for my family and me. So today I will be sharing some thoughts on time, grief, and healing, with a message for those who are taking their own grief journey and those who are standing on the sidelines wondering how to support them.

I talk bout...

• The scars we carry
• The healing power of time
• How we protect ourselves from pain
• How to talk to people who are grieving
• Finding companions on your grief journey
• Lessons I learned from my own grief journey

Links...

https://time.com/5118994/advice-for-helping-grieving-friend/

https://www.helpguide.org/articles/grief/helping-someone-who-is-grieving.htm

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Sometimes in life, we become so focused on caring for other people and our roles in their lives that we put our own dreams and goals aside for a time. It's easy to lose ourselves along the way! But having things you are passionate about is part of creating the life you want!

In today's episode, I am going to talk about practical strategies for rediscovering the things you love and embarking on a journey to find what you're most passionate about as part of creating an abundant and purposeful life.

I talk about:

• Realizing you need to make some changes
• Strategies for finding things you are passionate about
• The importance of creating boundaries
• How having a life you are passionate about creates the life you want
• It's never too late to start

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We often talk about developing skills and achieving goals as a strategy to have the life you want and become the very best version of yourself. But sometimes we face obstacles to growth because of our weaknesses, and it can be really difficult to get real with ourselves about what needs to happen for us to move past those obstacles.

In today's episode, I am going to share my journey to overcome one of my greatest weaknesses that has been an obstacle I have always struggled with, how I tackled it, what I learned, and strategies you can use to address your own weaknesses!

I talk about:

• Sometimes we aren't as terrible at things as we think we are
• Learning strategies to help us get what we want
• The importance of meeting your weaknesses head-on
• What you should do this week to start
• Strategies you can use to overcome challenges

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