In this episode, Bob’nJoyce share the brilliant insights of Maria Popova, from her 16 life-learnings from The Marginalian. Popova’s curiosity and wonder for making sense of life is a gift to all of us who want to live happier, more fulfilling lives. Her writing is of relevance to we HR OD professionals committed to human growth, development, and purpose (beginning with ourselves). Here are a few examples of her life lessons: • Allow yourself the uncomfortable luxury of changing your mind. • Do nothing for prestige or status or money or approval alone. • Expect anything worthwhile to take a long time. Come on in, grab a snack. Welcome!

When we are looking for a result to bring us happiness, or that there’s something we should be doing or have to be accomplishing, it’s an automatic joy-sucker. We really seem to want to have others confirm that our suffering is contributing to a better life – but it’s really just suffering.

Finding moments of flow and being in tune with the moment can help a lot, and it might just be what makes a good life for any individual. Even though we all find our most in-tune moments through different activities, that experience is universal and positive.

When we can create meaning in our lives and do more of that, I believe we are living well. But we also shouldn’t judge ourselves for how often we can’t live up to our ideals. We don’t actually need to be “on” constantly in order to have a purposeful and great life. It is enough to exist and be who we are. And it’s even better when we can recognize how much good and kindness we cause just by living our life and being who we are.

What if existing and being in the same way as a cherished pet cat or dog is good enough, and we don’t have to do anything to prove we are good and worthy of life? If that is true, then we are so free to relax and enjoy ourselves, and share that joy and acceptance with others.  

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(Step 7 of 7 Self-Love Mini-Series): Living a life with intention

In the hustle and bustle of everyday existence, it's easy to feel like life is happening to us rather than being guided by our own choices. We find ourselves drifting along, tossed by the winds of circumstance, unsure of our purpose and lacking a sense of fulfillment. But what if there was a way to break free from this cycle and seize the reins of our destiny? What if we could live intentionally, with purpose, and cultivate a deep sense of self-worth and self-love?

Living intentionally is more than just existing; it's a conscious decision to take charge of our lives and become the architects of our own destinies. It means mindfully aligning our thoughts, actions, and values to create a life that reflects our truest desires and aspirations. By doing so, we transcend the role of passive spectators and become active participants in our own narratives.

Are you ready to transform your life, embrace self-love, and live intentionally? Join this conversation with Bettina as she helps you discover the secrets to starting a life filled with purpose, clear goals, and gratitude. Learn how to live a life where you feel pulled towards your dreams rather than being pushed by external forces.

During this episode, you will learn about;

[00:01] Intro and what in for you in today’s show

[01:36] What living intentionally means

[04:45] Life as a collection of choices

[06:16] Things you can do to start living life with intention

[06:27] 1. Set a purpose for your life

[09:19] 2. Have clear goals

[11:40] 3. Learn to express gratitude

[13:54] 4. Living a life where you feel pulled rather than being pushed

[16:15] A quick recap

Notable Quotes 

• Our life is a collection of choices that can lead us to a strike or an end with precision and accuracy.
• How we live our days is how we live our lives.
• You must have a clear set of goals, lest you find yourself moving backward while you should be moving forward.
• You are the only person responsible for your life.

Resources Mentioned 

5 Ways to live intentionally

Being mindful of living your life with purpose

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