Cultivate Your Joyful Life

In this episode of Cultivate Your Joyful Life, certified life coach Emily Liou shares her personal journey and challenges in balancing her business and family life. Emily talks about the pressures of hustle culture, the concept of burnout, and the different types of burnout she observes in her high-achieving clients. She also provides insights on how to recover from burnout by setting boundaries, finding clarity, and unhooking from societal validation. 00:00 Welcome to Cultivate Your Joyful Life00:52 Personal Reflections and the Power of Sharing02:47 The Struggle of Being a Business Owner and Mother10:44 Redefining Success Beyond Hustle Culture10:55 Invitation to a Dream Job Masterclass12:36 Embracing a New Season of Life and Work15:41 Understanding and Overcoming Burnout23:35 Announcing a New Coaching Program27:53 Navigating Career Changes and Job Searches29:09 Exciting Upcoming Events and Closing Thoughts31:16 Connect and Continue the JourneyLISTEN TO THESE EPISODES NEXTEp. 006: Believing in Yourself When Life Gets Tough w/ Suraiyah OrtizEp. 007: How to give yourself permission to pivotEp. 008: I Hate my Job but I Can’t Quit w/ Megan MyersLINKSCan you do me a favor? Take this 5 minute survey if you feel burned out so I can create a new program and helpful content for you! RSVP to the FREE 3 Day How to Land Your Dream Job bootcampFollow me on InstagramFollow me on LinkedInLeave me a comment on our blog

If you’ve ever felt like you hate your job, relationship, living situation, or whatever – but you feel stuck, then you’re going to love today’s episode as Happily Hired Formula Coach Megan Myers and I have a deep conversation about what you can do to get unstuck.From practical advice broken down into a step-by-step strategy, we hope you feel empowered to make an energetic shift and commitment to what you want to do.Feeling stuck often is seen when you’ve lost your mojo which is just when you can no longer see the possibilities that reside within you and/or around you. The best part? It’s curable!ABOUT MEGAN MYERS: Megan is a licensed therapist (LCMHC) based in Asheville, NC, with a passion for guiding individuals to clarity, particularly in their careers. With a focus on trauma processing, anxiety reduction, and confidence-building, she helps clients improve their sense of self and relationships. Megan's expertise in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and EMDR supports mindfulness, emotional regulation, and effective trauma processing. Prior to founding Envision Balance Counseling & Consulting, Megan gained experience in both a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Center and in Corporate Human Resources. TIME STAMPS:00:00 Unlocking the Path to Emotional Freedom00:25 Welcome to Cultivate Your Joyful Life01:13 Navigating Career Dissatisfaction: Insights and Solutions02:41 Introducing the Happily Hired Formula: Transform Your Career04:57 Exploring Career Clarity and Making Meaningful Changes06:36 Deep Dive with Megan Myers: Understanding and Overcoming Stuckness13:13 Embracing Emotional Processing: The First Step to Unstuckness23:15 Addressing Fear and Limiting Beliefs in Career Transitions27:08 The Power of Parts Work in Personal Growth29:51 Exploring Emotional Parts and Moving Forward31:07 Navigating Job Dissatisfaction and Seeking Change34:23 Personal Anecdote: House Hunting and Acceptance37:14 Embracing Acceptance and Making Changes42:33 The Myth of Perfection in Jobs and Life44:59 Acceptance and Commitment: Living in Alignment with Values46:41 The Power of Presentness and Body Awareness56:00 Confronting Job Search Challenges with Support01:01:39 Final Thoughts and Workshop AnnouncementLISTEN TO THESE EPISODES NEXTEp. 003: How to Find Your Life Purpose w/ Rachel EastEp. 006: Believing in Yourself When Life Gets Tough w/ Suraiyah OrtizEp. 007: How to give yourself permission to pivotLINKSMegan Meyer’s Website:  https://www.envisionbalancecounseling.com/RSVP to the FREE Land Your Dream job MasterclassRSVP to the Career Clarity WorkshopRSVP to the Happily Hired Formula WaitlistFollow me on InstagramLeave me a comment on our blog

Ever seek permission to make a change but are afraid? Know that you’re in a job, career, situation, or relationship past its expiration date but are having a difficult time walking away? You’ll enjoy today’s episode as I share six reasons why I had difficulty making a career pivot: attachment to identity, the sunken cost fallacy, societal 'shoulds', age concerns, lack of perceived possibilities, and fear of failure. If you’re looking for inspiration to take the first action, this message is for you. Clarity and fulfillment come to those who are brave enough to seek it out. It’s never too late to make a career pivot and if you think it is, you gotta listen now:00:00 Welcome to Cultivate Your Joyful Life00:49 Life Update: The House Hunting Journey02:41 Finding the Perfect Home: A Story of Patience and Clarity09:52 The Career Clarity Workshop: Finding Your Path11:39 Permission to Pivot: Embracing Change for a Joyful Life23:08 Discovering Authenticity and Purpose in Your Career23:59 The Power of Desire Over Duty in Career Choices24:56 Navigating Career Pivots with Subtle Changes25:56 Age Is Just a Number: Overcoming Age Barriers in Career Pivots28:42 Breaking Industry Barriers: From Financial to Entertainment32:04 Embracing a Growth Mindset for Career Success37:22 Building Confidence Through Action and Feedback39:39 Sharing Your Vision with the Right People41:19 Closing Thoughts and Resources for Career PivotsLISTEN TO THESE EPISODES NEXTEp. 001. Introduction and Wheel of LifeEp. 003: How to Find Your Life Purpose w/ Rachel EastEp. 006: Believing in Yourself When Life Gets Tough w/ Suraiyah OrtizLINKSRSVP to the FREE Land Your Dream job MasterclassRSVP to the Career Clarity WorkshopRSVP to the Happily Hired Formula WaitlistFollow me on InstagramFollow me on LinkedInLeave me a comment on our blog

Oh my goodness. Today’s episode reminds you that you can do hard things. Listen in on this raw and vulnerable story by Suraiyah, an unemployed jobseeker of 13 months and how she navigated her job search to land her dream job.You’re going to learn her remarkable lessons and wins around:Her process of getting career clarity and finding a job and claiming it, even when she got rejected onlineTurning a no into a not yet and eventually a yes into the hidden job market (snagging a job before it gets posted online)How she got through the toughest times and found resourcefulness and inner growthThe power of a loose connection and a follow upHow she went from a passive candidate to putting in the new way of job searching steps that led her into a new role, a new industry, and a higher salary than she imaginedSuraiyah’s journey is more than just a job search success story; it's a testimonial of personal growth, self-love, and the discovery that joy can be cultivated by leaning into one's self-trust. By adopting a mindset of resilience, staying true to her authentic self, and employing innovative job search strategies, she navigated her way to a fulfilling career that aligns with her values and skills.00:00 The Journey of Overcoming Job Rejection01:10 Welcome to Cultivate Your Joyful Life02:00 Introducing Today's Inspiring Guest07:00 Soraya's Story: From Rock Bottom to Triumph16:22 Embracing Self-Discovery and Inner Growth36:56 Navigating the Job Search with New Insights46:47 Crafting a Unique Resume: A Personal Journey48:21 Leveraging Chat GPT for Smarter Job Applications51:43 Embracing Transferable Skills and Authenticity53:18 The Power of Persistence in Job Searching58:50 Navigating Rejection and Staying Resilient01:14:21 Achieving Career Clarity and Setting New GoalsMORE ABOUT SURAIYAH ORTIZSuraiyah Ortiz, a dynamic 'Edu-tainer,' is on a mission to revolutionize discussions on healthy sexual relationships amongst adults, particularly within BIPOC communities. With her unique blend of stand-up comedy and interactive workshops, she aims to create safe spaces for candid dialogues, while infusing interactions with lightheartedness and humor. Suraiyah wants to bring the 'sexy' back into sex education while championing inclusivity and empowerment.LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES NEXTEp. 002: How to Have Fun as an AdultEp. 003: How to Find Your Life Purpose w/ Rachel EastEp. 004: Why I Love MoneyLINKSSuraiyah’s LinkedInRSVP to the FREE Land Your Dream job MasterclassRSVP to the Career Clarity WorkshopChatGPT for Your Job Search Training + 99 PromptsFollow me on InstagramLeave me a comment on our blog

I used to think toxic relationships were abusive or volatile. But as you’ll learn in this episode, toxic relationships can be more subtle than that.Listen in as Carla Romo share how to handle and grow from relationships that no longer serve you. How to create healthy, interdependent relationships. How  to move away from codependency and find self love and cultivate healthier connections.A healthy relationship conversation is incomplete without discussing how to set  and hold healthy boundaries, recognizing your personal needs, and looking at your part in a multi-person relationship. Here’s a breakdown of today’s episode:01:19 Introducing Carla Romo: Expert on Healthy Relationships05:05 Defining and Overcoming Toxic Relationships06:52 Carla's Personal Journey: From Toxicity to Self-Love09:44 The Power of Intuition and Spiritual Awakening14:43 Recognizing and Addressing Toxic Dynamics in Relationships23:02 Empowerment Through Self-Care and Understanding Needs25:31 Exploring Self-Love and Personal Needs25:52 The Power of Self-Appreciation and Self-Care26:30 Building Self-Confidence Through Self-Love27:14 The Influence of Surrounding People on Personal Growth28:36 Navigating Relationships and Setting Boundaries29:11 Responding vs. Reacting in Relationships32:15 Cultivating Healthy Relationships and Interdependence35:27 Understanding and Implementing Boundaries for Self-Care36:53 Regulating Your Nervous System for Emotional Well-being41:04 Personal Growth and Overcoming Toxic Relationships43:21 Cultivating Joy and Finding Carla RomoMORE ABOUT CARLA ROMOCarla Romo is an international certified dating and relationship coach who's helped close to 1,000 singles reclaim confidence and fun in dating and successfully find their person.She's the author of Contagious Love: Break Free from Codependency for Damn Good, a speaker and former The Love Fix podcast co-host. At age 24, she hit her rock bottom when she found herself in another toxic codependent relationship and in a cycle of burnout from her TV career in Hollywood. But, this time, she got up and learned how to break free from codependency and love herself enough to choose healthy relationships. Inspired by her self-growth journey, she turned red flags into roses. Today she helps women and men push through their BS (blind sides) so they can thrive in dating, get over breakups and make relationships everlasting. LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES NEXTEp. 003 How to Find Your Life Purpose w/ Rachel EastEp. 004 Why I love moneyLINKSCarla’s Website- Swipe Match Spark: The Ultimate Dating App Guide- Work with Me Dating & Relationships- Work with Me General Life CoachingFollow Carla on IG | TiktokRSVP to the FREE Land Your Dreamjob MasterclassFollow me on InstagramLeave me a comment on our blog

This episode might trigger you as I talk about something controversial which is: why I love money. While money isn’t the most important thing on the planet, money does make life a whole lot easier as it serves as a tool and resource. I believe in achieving financial freedom and independence so you can live your fullest life in accordance with your values. Money is an amplifier that allows you to do more of what you love and be more of who you are.So if you have any money mindset challenges, I hope you enjoy this episode and know that it’s never too late to start fostering a healthy relationship with money and attracting more of it.Listen in as I talk about:00:00 Trigger Warning: Let's Talk Money02:38 Gratitude for Community Support04:08 Celebrating Life and Family in Sedona05:02 Unpacking the Love for Money05:54 Empowering Money Stories and Career Shifts12:09 Changing Your Money Mindset19:11 Exploring Financial Independence and the FIRE Movement22:52 Wrapping Up: The Power of Money Mindset24:43 Next Episode Teaser: Healthier RelationshipsLISTEN TO THESE EPISODES NEXTEp. 002: How to have fun as an adultEp. 003 How to Find Your Life Purpose w/ Rachel EastLINKS** This is an affiliate link and I receive a tiny commission. Thank you for supporting this podcast!Leave a comment on this blog postLINKEDIN LEARNING COURSE: HOW TO NEGOTIATE YOUR JOB OFFER**The F.I.R.E. Planner Workbook Planner**The Simple Path to WealthWatch the FREE masterclass: How to Land Your Dream JobFollow us on InstagramCultiVitae’s Website

I’m so excited to have Rachel East of Clarity On Fire as my special guest and to answer your questions about finding your life purpose.If you’ve been tying your life purpose to career – you’re missing out on more than half the equation! Listen on as we explore the pitfalls of tying your joy and purpose to external factors like a career. We also discuss the difference between purpose and passion, what purpose is and isn’t, and how to create a purposeful life today.Finding your purpose starts with realizing what you have been conditioned to believe about yourself. It’s only when we can start deprogramming those thoughts that you can emerge as your true, authentic best selves.And really, life purpose may not be so much about accomplishing goals X, Y, and Z, as it is just simply being excited about living the human experience. So please join us in this episode as we cover the following topics:00:00 Welcome to the Podcast: Unveiling Life’s Purpose with Rachel East01:24 Introducing Rachel East: The Journey to Clarity on Fire06:09 The Essence of Passion and Purpose: A Deep Dive14:16 Unraveling the True Meaning of Purpose22:03 Exploring Passion vs. Purpose: Insights and Reflections27:47 Finding Your Purpose: Strategies and Controversies30:59 Exploring the New Age of Success Beyond Traditional Careers31:45 Redefining Success: From Immigrant Dreams to Modern Realities32:24 The Evolving Nature of Purpose and How to Stay Aligned34:32 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Embracing Change36:56 Spiritual Perspectives on Purpose and Human Experience38:52 Navigating the Tension Between Masculine and Feminine Energies in Society42:11 Finding Balance: The Interplay of Doing and Being in Pursuit of Purpose43:29 Personal Stories of Purpose, Identity, and Legacy51:59 Embracing Life’s Challenges with Acceptance and Joy56:38 Final Thoughts and Resources for Further ExplorationMORE ABOUT RACHEL EASTRachel East is one half of the duo over at Clarity on Fire, a life and career coaching site (and podcast!) that serves up inspiration and down-to-earth wisdom to people who know what they don’t want in work and in life, but have no idea what they’d rather be doing. Rachel and her bff Kristen are the creators of The Passion Profile Quiz, a free online resource which has helped more than 500,000 people pinpoint the intersection between their passion and career. Their work has been featured online at major outlets like Time, Fast Company, Business Insider, and Forbes."Take the Passion Profile Quiz at clarityonfire.com/quiz and listen to Clarity on Fire wherever you get your podcasts!LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES NEXTEp. 001: Introduction & Wheel of LifeEp. 002: How to have fun as an adultLINKSLeave a comment on this blog postWatch the FREE masterclass: How to Land Your Dream JobFollow us on InstagramCultiVitae’s Website

Do you have a hard time making space in your life to have fun? Are adults even allowed to have fun – in the sense of just allowing yourself to be present? Do you only do what feels productive?In this episode, I'm going to teach you some easy tips and share ways that I have added more fun into my own life, because we all deserve to INTENTIONALLY experience fun and be present in the moment!Maybe you feel like your habits are hardwired for survival. Or perhaps your family was working all the time, so you never saw what it was like to see an adult model how to have fun.I don't remember seeing my parents having fun. I remember how hard they worked. It wasn’t until recently, as an adult, that I realized how it affected me – whether that’s how I approached school, life, or work. I now know that it's critical to allow myself to have fun – as an adult. You DESERVE to have moments where you have fun for the sake of pure enjoyment, and I’m here to encourage you! You’ll learn about reflecting on the things, the moments, and the experiences that bring you pure bliss and joy. You can try out a new hobby or interest. You can reframe what you define as “work.”  Plus, if you're already mastering having fun as an adult, I'm going to challenge you to take it to the next level.Listen in as we uncover the following topics:00:00 The Serious Side of Life: Recognizing the Need for Fun02:38 Rediscovering Joy: Embracing Hobbies and Interests07:57 Finding Fun in the Present: Practical Tips for Enjoyment09:30 Embracing New Hobbies and the Importance of Play12:23 Savoring Fun and Cultivating Gratitude13:41 Overcoming Struggles and Finding Simple Joys15:22 Wrapping Up: Encouragement and Next StepsWhen you do something that allows you to nourish your soul, reduce your stress, get back into creativity, and inspires you…adding in more fun becomes an intentional step in allowing yourself to enjoy life more. Thanks for joining me on this first episode of the Cultivate Your Joyful Life podcast. I’m here to encourage you to be the most bold and courageous version of YOU – so that you can create a life you love, on your own terms!LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES NEXTIntroduction & Wheel of Life(April 2024)How to Find Your Life Purpose w/ Rachel East (April 2024)LINKSLeave a comment on this episode’s blog postNeed help landing a dream job? Check out my How to Land a Dream Job masterclassVisit the CultiVitae websiteFollow me on Instagram

In this debut episode, I, Emily Liou, Certified Life Coach, explain my soul purpose and mission to evolve from a known job search coach to a life coach. Listen in as I delve into why I’m so freaking excited to share how you can cultivate your own joyful life.For the past 6+ years, I've been helping people land their dream jobs without applying online. I’ve made a name for myself as a “LinkedIn Top 10 Voice” to follow in job search and career, and I’m recognized for having one of the top career-coaching programs. But, as you’ll learn in this episode, we are whole beings, and I’ve been feeling out of alignment with myself to not support your beautiful soul with everything that relates to inside and outside of your career.Together, we’ll go on a journey of how you can come back to your whole self – your true authentic self, the self that loves and approves of yourself – no matter what you have on the exterior or what others say or think.And to begin, I have a practical exercise called the Wheel of Life to get you started on your journey.Listen in as we uncover the following topics:00:00 Welcome to the Journey: Discovering Your Why00:41 Introducing Cultivate Your Joyful Life01:33 The Personal Story Behind the Podcast02:11 Transitioning from Career Coach to Life Coach03:16 The Essence of Cultivating a Joyful Life08:13 Unveiling the Wheel of Life: A Guide to Fulfillment09:46 Your First Actionable Exercise: The Wheel of Life11:47 Gratitude and Next StepsThanks for joining me on this first episode of the Cultivate Your Joyful Life podcast. I’m here to encourage you to be the most bold and courageous version of YOU – so that you can create a life you love, on your own terms!LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES NEXTHow to Have fun as an Adult (April 2024)How to Find Your Life Purpose w/ Rachel East (April 2024)LINKSLeave a comment on this episode’s blog postNeed help landing a dream job? Check out my How to Land a Dream Job masterclassVisit the CultiVitae websiteFollow me on Instagram