Adulting on Your Own Terms Pt 2 - Refresh with Your Ideal Day

In this episode of the Improviding Life Podcast, Lori explores the concept of redefining "adulting" to align with personal values and desires. She encourages listeners to envision their ideal day, using a tool called "A to C" to delve deeper into their thoughts. Lori emphasizes the shift from a rigid vision board to a mood board, focusing on desired emotions and feelings rather than specific, curated images. She also announces her upcoming initiative, "Nurture November," aimed at fostering community, relationships, and personal growth. Additionally, she introduces "Live More with Lori," a personalized two-week life coaching program to help individuals curate their ideal adult life.

Transcript

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Action items

• Explore the idea of an "ideal day" and identify aspects of it that can be incorporated into one's current life.

• Shift from a "vision board" approach to a "mood board" to capture the desired emotions and experiences.

• Follow along with the host's "nurture November" theme across various platforms.

• Consider signing up for the "Live More with Lori" one-on-one coaching program.

Outline

Defining an Ideal Day

• Lori introduces the episode, focusing on redefining what it means to "adult" and how to practice it in a way that aligns with one's own values and reality.

• The first exercise involves contemplating whether an ideal day is possible .

• Go deeper by questioning if/why productivity must be a part of their ideal day and to dream beyond current constraints.

• Build a self-defined idea of an ideal day; ex. being responsible for only necessary tasks and using the rest of the time intentionally.

Exploring an Ideal Day

• Lori provides an example of an ideal day that includes slow mornings, visiting the park, working on a favorite project, socializing with friends, and relaxing at home.

• Listeners are encouraged to pause the episode and reflect on their own ideal day.

• The importance of micro-dosing the ideal day, suggesting small steps towards the ideal day  make it more attainable.

• Practicing these small steps helps in building a relationship with the ideal day, making it more accessible and achievable.

Transitioning from Vision Boards to Mood Boards

• Lori discusses the shift from vision boards, which focus on curated, exact images, to mood boards, which focus on desired emotions and feelings.

• The mood board approach encourages listeners to consider how they want to feel in different moments, such as having a slow morning, socializing, or working on a project.

• This approach allows for a variety of ways to achieve the desired emotions and moods, making the ideal day more flexible and achievable.

Practical Application and Personal Reflection

• Lori encourages listeners to practice the exercises and reflections discussed in the episode, pausing as needed to allow for deep contemplation.

• The goal is to redefine adulting in a way that feels humane and aligned with one's values, setting a positive example for self and others.

• Listeners are reminded that while constraints exist, there is still the ability to have choice and to create a fulfilling adult life.

Announcements and Upcoming Events

• Lori announces the theme for November, "Nurture November," focusing on nurturing communities, relationships, and the business.

• The goal is to slow down towards the end of the year while having a clearer and less crowded plate for the future.

• The episode includes a teaser for the launch of "Live More with Lori," a one-to-one life coaching offering opening November 1.

• The coaching program aims to help listeners live thei