Preparing for the Storms of Our Lives, with Robyn Ivy

In this solo episode of The Robyn Ivy Podcast, I reflect on a recent snowstorm in Rhode Island as a surprisingly rich metaphor for how we prepare—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—for life’s unknowns. From overbuying at the grocery store to charging batteries just in case, I explore what our storm prep styles reveal about our inner lives.

With my signature mix of story, honesty, and grounded wisdom, I offer you a deeper look at how we respond to change, uncertainty, and responsibility. Whether you’re someone who stockpiles batteries, forgets the flashlights, or skips prep altogether, this episode will help you better understand your patterns and build more meaningful resilience.

If you’ve ever felt like you were bracing for impact—or caught in a life storm you didn’t see coming—this one’s for you.

3 Takeaways for You:

• Your prep style is personal intel. How you handle physical storms mirrors how you approach uncertainty in general—notice your patterns.
• Presence matters more than perfection. When challenges hit, tuning in to your senses and practicing gratitude can shift stress into awe.
• Real preparedness includes your mindset. The balance between practical readiness and trust is where true resilience lives.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Storm prep in Rhode Island

03:32 – Embracing the unknown

09:53 – Grocery store instincts + impulse prep

10:58 – Trusting yourself in unpredictable moments

14:27 – How we prepare for life’s storms

19:24 – Overpacking, independence, and winter reflection

27:36 – Knowing who you become under pressure

33:59 – Storms as mirrors: fear or love?

36:10 – Stewardship and growth

43:10 – Midlife shifts and inner strength

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MORE ABOUT ROBYN IVY:

Robyn Ivy sees people for a living.

A trusted coach, intuitive and fierce advocate for tree portals and a creative life, she spent over 20 years as a commercial photographer, honing her powerful skills as a witness.

Host of the Robyn Ivy Podcast, where she discusses how to be more present to our lives and create what’s next with today’s prominent thought leaders, spiritual mentors and creative guides.

Robyn mentors clients 1:1 through transitions, deep growth and meaningful change in a fun and inspiring way. Her workshops, groups and programs offer you insights and practices to live more confidently, creatively and from your truest wisdom.

You will often find her traveling in a camper van, sitting with the trees or capturing the beauty of nature. Raising her now grown sons Rook and Cole is her best work yet.