The Lavendaire Lifestyle (Aileen Xu)

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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“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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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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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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“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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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“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'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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“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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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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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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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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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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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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“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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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“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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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“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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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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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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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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“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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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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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 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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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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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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• 4:18 – Why do we choose wrong people? What makes the “bad boy” or “bad girl” attractive?
• 7:49 – How to break the cycle of choosing the wrong person
• 11:00 – An exercise in co-dependency and losing your sense of self
• 17:06 – Attachment styles 101: Secure, avoidant, or anxious?
• 22:53 – How to know when to let go, even when you're partner's amazing
• 25:08 – Regaining trust & healing from bad breakups
• 27:48 – How to know if they really like you, or if you should stop waiting around
• 30:10 – Amy's dream life, book rec, life-changing habit, best received advice & favorite part about life
• 31:55 – Lavi Love takeaways you should reflect on today

• Renew Breakup Bootcamp
• Heart Hackers Club (formerly Just My Type)
• Breakup Bootcamp: The Science of Rewiring Your Heart
• Instagram

• Attached by Amir Levine
• 2021 Artist of Life Workbook

• It's never just about the ex. It's recycled pain.
• Hanging on to hope for someone else to change in order for you to be happy is a recipe for disaster.
• We can be dating people who are amazing … but are they amazing for you? Are they the amazing fit for you?
• Love is something that is created through time, getting to know someone’s character, through seeing them through different situations in life.

• 1:50 – Sorelle's intuitive journey to becoming an artist & storyteller
• 8:19 – How to manage labels and the pressure to pick a niche as a creative
• 12:21 – The veil of social media, building offline connections, and living in real time
• 18:40 – How 2020 is shifting the world: More opportunity for compassion
• 24:21 – Tips for mindful travel + volunteering (without having to leave the country)
• 30:44 – Sorelle's dream life, book rec, life-changing habit, best received advice & favorite part about life
• 34:53 – Lavi Love takeaways you should reflect on today

• Website
• Instagram
• YouTube

• 2021 Artist of Life Workbook
• Convertkit | convertkit.com/lifestyle

• I want to strip back a little bit of that niche-niche-niche, and expand into being Sorelle.
• Once you live a fulfilling dream, you want to bring others along on the journey with you.
• There's so much more life experiences and depth that you get, if you are there to say “How can I help?”

• The Positive Head podcast
• Optimystic TV
• The Golden Key

• Lavendaire x The Positive Head podcast
• 2021 Artist of Life Workbook
• BetterHelp | betterhelp.com/lavendaire – 10% off first month

• Discover Your Dharma
• Dharma Archetype Quiz | https://www.dharmaarchetypequiz.com/ 
• Instagram | @iamsahararose
• The Highest Self Podcast
• Rose Gold Goddesses

• 2021 Artist of Life Workbook

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. 

Ivan's links:

• Instagram
• YouTube

Show notes:

• BetterHelp | https://betterhelp.com/lavendaire
  • 10% off your first month w/ code ‘LAVENDAIRE'
• 2021 Artist of Life Workbook

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• Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/rebeccaminkoff/
• Website | https://www.rebeccaminkoff.com/ 
• Podcast | https://www.rebeccaminkoff.com/pages/superwomen 

• Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike | Phil Knight

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.

Jade's Links:

• Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/jadedarmawangsa/
• YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/user/jadeliciousjoy
• Tik Tok | https://www.tiktok.com/@jadedarmawangsa?lang=en
• Website | https://www.jadedarmawangsa.com/
• Jade's Media Agency, X8 Media | https://www.x8.media/

Show Notes:

• BetterHelp | https://betterhelp.com/lavendaire
  • 10% off your first month w/ code ‘LAVENDAIRE'
• Steal Like an Artist  by Austin Kleon
• Ira Glass on the Creative Process

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• 001: Be stronger than your fears, bolder than your insecurities
• 158: Don’t Keep Your Day Job w/ Cathy Heller
• 123: Spiritual Self Care w/ Branché Foston
• 149: How to Glow Up w/ Alivia D'Andrea
• 121: How to Stop Feeling “Not Good Enough” w/ Andrea Owen

• Artist of Life Lounge Set
• Spotify: The Lavendaire Lifestyle
• Apple Podcasts: The Lavendaire Lifestyle

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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