Life Talks with Lauren

Ep. 47: Am I the Worst Stepmom??

If you're a stepmom, a parent, or even have a difficult relationship in your life this episode is for you! 

 

This week I'll take you through my journey as a stepmom. From the time I found out the boyfriend I was with had a son, to the time he first moved in with us, to what it's like 4 years later. It's definitely been one of the biggest challenges in my life! 

 

Sometimes the most difficult relationships we have serve as a mirror, allowing us to face our inner demons...whether we like it or not. Which is also why it can be such a great tool for growth! 

 

I hope that if you're struggling in any relationship in your life, that you can give yourself compassion and grace as you navigate the difficult parts. 

 

If you want more information on how you can better manage your energy and moods, and allow yourself to show up as your best you as often as possible, check out my online course Vibrancy on Demand by clicking here, or visiting laurenkepler.com and going to the "courses" tab. 

 

Here's my question for you this week: Do you have a relationship in your life where up until now you've held high expectations & been disappointed?? How can you better manage those expectations in order to improve the relationship? 

 

I'd love to hear your thoughts! Tag me or DM me on Instagram @laurenmkepler :) Can't wait to hear from you! 

 

Here are some other ways you can connect with me: 

 

 https://www.laurenkepler.com/  

 

IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmkepler/?hl=en

 

Facebook (where I'm most active): https://www.facebook.com/lauren.kepler.5

Ep. 46: Seeing Tony Robbins and Other Adventures

This week I'm sharing all the adventures I had this summer, and the lesson I took away from each experience! 

 

The most profound of all being...you guessed it! My opportunity to see Tony Robbins at Unleash the Power within. 

 

I share moments of vulnerability, confusion, breakthroughs and much more! There are so many valuable lessons and takeaways in this episode, so you won't wanna miss it! 

 

If you're interested in learning more about my online course, Vibrancy on Demand...click here, or visit laurenkepler.com and select the courses tab! 

 

My question for you this week is: What's one major lesson you've learned recently, or breakthrough you've had? Share it on Instagram and tag me, or DM me personally @laurenmkepler :) Can't wait to hear from you! 

 

Here are some other ways you can connect with me: 

 

 https://www.laurenkepler.com/  

 

IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmkepler/?hl=en

 

Facebook (where I'm most active): https://www.facebook.com/lauren.kepler.5

Ep. 45: Becoming Happier by Tapping into your Creativity

Would you consider yourself a creative person? When I was younger I was always singing, drawing, painting, writing, and creating. 

 

But for some reason as I got older, I disconnected from that side of myself and forgot what it was like to play. I started to refer to myself as "not creative" until I re-connected with that part of myself. If you've ever read the books Big Magic or The Artist's Way, then you understand we all have creativity within us. We just have to allow ourselves room to play and express the magic we have to offer! 

 

As I've tapped back into my creativity supply, something unexpected has happened. I've been feeling less uptight, more playful, and present, and just overall happier! 

 

To hear more about how you can tap into your own creativity supply and use it as a source of joy, tune into this episode. Can't wait to hear all about your adventures!  

Ep. 44: Why you Don't Need Another "Business Strategy"

I feel like there's this unspoken agreement in online business (or even brick & mortar businesses) that we all must know our elevator pitch, we should be pitching all the time, we should all sound the same (as we're trying to sound "rebellious",we often just sound like everyone else), there's just so much to the noise of online business that I feel has stifled my creativity and individuality. 

 

Can you relate??

 

I had a big realization the other day--I'm doing too much consuming, and not enough creating. And that's why I'm looking and sounding like everyone else. 

 

So I'm taking a step back from seeking another coach, or business strategy, and I'm turning inward. I'm getting back to the roots of why I even started this business in the first place, and I'm shifting my focus into connection. Connection with myself, and connection with my audience. 

 

If you want to hear more about what that looks like for me, then be sure to tune into this week's episode! 

Ep. 43: Why Doing Something is Better Than Doing Nothing

C'mon, the title of this podcast is "all or something", so naturally I have an episode titled "why doing something is better than doing nothing"! 

 

Not only is this an important reminder for you, but it's also a crucial reminder to myself. 

 

I keep getting caught up in "perfectionist mode". I still get stuck on the idea that if I can't do it all, then I should do nothing at all. 

 

So consider this episode a *loving* kick in the booty for us both, and a great reminder that small progress adds up to big results! 

Ep. 42: Taking Risks and Showing Up-Even When it's Scary

As I write this, I'm on a flight across the country to attend a weekend long conference full of women I've never met. Who even am I?! 

 

If you had asked me 5 years, or even 2 years ago if I could imagine myself doing something like this, I'd probably say "yeah right!"

 

But here I am, stepping out of my comfort zone for what feels like the thousandth time so far this year. 

 

Why am I torturing myself, you ask?? Because I got tired of playing small. I'm fed up with imagining a life that feels so far off in the future, but never feeling like I'm getting any closer to that dream life. 

 

It finally hit me this year that to become the person I want to be, to make the impact I want to make, and to get where I want to be in life...I'll have to start stepping out of my comfort zone a lot more often. 

 

In this episode, I'm sharing how I psyche myself up for taking a risk, and how it's made a difference in my life. Enjoy! 

 

Ep. 41: The Best Way to Approach any Diet or "Lifestyle Change"

I used to jump from diet to cleanse, to meal plan...you name it, I probably tried it. 

 

But all of them failed me. Notice how I don't say "I failed"?? There's a reason most people can't stick to even the "gentle" meal plans. We're human beings filled with emotion, preferences, hunger, and so many other things that make it almost impossible to eat exactly how someone else has mapped out for us. 

 

When I get asked for advice (and I get asked often) on being "successful" with keto, Arbonne cleanse, and more...my answer isn't simple, but it's almost always the same. 

 

I share that answer with you in this episode. Enjoy! 

Ep. 40: Becoming more Confident in your Body-With or Without Weight Loss

Has there ever been a time that you felt uncomfortable in your body? Most of us have experienced that feeling in one way or another. 

 

What did you do about it? Society often sends the message that if we were just a little (or a lot) skinnier, we would feel more confident. Why is that? Because we've learned to tie our worth into the size of our bodies. 

 

I'm not anti-weight loss, and I'm definitely pro health, but confidence comes from a much deeper place than our outside appearance. 

 

You may gain temporary confidence as a result of becoming smaller. But that confidence is fleeting, because it relies on a number or size, and let's be real...weight fluctuates all the time. 

 

So what's the solution? To work on building a deep inner confidence that stays regardless of how you appear on the outside, which is what we'll be covering in this episode. 

 

And if you want to take your confidence building a step further, be sure to sign up for my free 6 Steps to Confidence audio training. Enjoy! 

Ep. 39: Building Genuine, Supportive Friendships

I used to find myself saying things like "I just get along better with guys", or "there's just no one with the same mindset as me in Las Vegas". 

 

Can you relate?? 

 

We all desire strong, loving, and supportive friendships. But the problem is...we don't know where to find them, and we keep attracting the people we don't want in our lives. 

 

A few years ago I learned that there are really amazing friends out there, but attracting them into my life would have to start with me. 

 

In order to have good friends, I had to learn how to be a good friend. Aha! It all started to make sense. 

 

So in this episode, I'm sharing with you the most powerful lessons and tips for developing the friendships you long for. 

 

And don't forget to grab a copy of my 6 Steps to Confidence audio training if you haven't already. Enjoy! 

Ep. 38: Staying Connected to your Partner & Long Distance Relationships

As I recorded this episode, I was mourning the 6 month departure of the love of my life. This isn't the first time we've been apart, and it won't be the last, but it's never easy. 

If you've been long distance in a relationship, even for just a short amount of time then you can understand how taxing it is on your emotions, and your relationship. 

In this episode I share ways my fiancé Jason and I have learned to keep our connection strong-whether apart or in person-along with common sources of conflict during our periods of long distance, and how we've learned to overcome it. 

As mentioned in the episode, here's the link to sign up for the 6 Steps to Confidence Audio Training. Enjoy!