Join Mary and her friend Dani, as they expand on Dani's I ASKED A FRIEND series that dove into care giving and self-caregiving.

Dani is a writer and inquisitive soul who hosts a monthly series where she asks friends, or friends of friends, about their life and topics you normally wouldn't think to dive into. Last month Dani interviewed Mary on caregiving after listening to the big picture of simplicity and hearing about Mary's experience being a caregiver for both her Dad and her husband Michael. Get ready for a real, raw and humorous chat about the desire to make this world one percent better and what love really looks like when we aren't doing our best.

You can read the written I ASKED A FRIEND series from Dani in her Instagram highlights here and give her a follow!

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This week we're wrapping up our monthly intention of overcoming the ego. Mary dishes out practical strategies for harnessing your ego and embracing your authenticity that was instilled in you from childhood. From mindfulness tips to recentering your positive traits, we've got all the tools you need to navigate beyond the ego and continue on your personal growth journey. Settle in for some serious soul-searching and as always, a little laughter as we bid farewell to the ego and say hello to your most authentic self!

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In this podcast episode, we'll dive into the significant effects of the ego on our lives and relationships. Join Mary as she examines how the ego shapes our thoughts, behaviors, and interactions, often resulting in both positive and negative consequences. From shaping our sense of self to contributing to conflicts and insecurities, we'll explore the complex nature of the ego and its wide-ranging impacts. Hit play to gain a deeper understanding of how the ego influences our experiences and discover practical strategies for navigating its challenges with grace and self-awareness.

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Kick off April and our newest intention, overcoming the ego. We dive deep into the human ego, exploring its psychological and spiritual dimensions. From understanding its role in shaping our perceptions to recognizing its influence in our daily lives, Mary will guide you through the process of self-discovery. With practical strategies and relatable examples, you'll learn how to overcome the ego's limitations and commit to a journey of personal growth. Get ready to dive deeper each week with new episodes every Sunday.

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Have you ever felt like you were made for something different than the norm? That following your desires mattered more than the path society often lays out for us? Well, you're not alone. Meet Kayla Nielsen - adventurer, yoga instructor and creative nomad. From her first journey teaching English in Ghana to hosting retreats in Nicaragua, Kayla has not only explored the world, but also her desires to create her own path in life.

Kayla shares her personal and professional journey with Mary on this episode and we promise it will leave you feeling beyond inspired to write your own life story. Tune in and get ready to feel invigorated to chase the life you want - not the one we've been told to live.

You can follow Kayla on Instagram, learn more about her online and practice yoga with her on her very own app.

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This week we're staying on theme with our intention of embracing simplicity and looking at how the big things in life matter. Every small thing matters, hence our previous episode on the joy list, but the big picture is even more important.

I share my personal inspiration from the two men I love and how they've shown me so much. By using mantras we can remind ourselves of what's important in life which is often the simplest things we tend to forget.

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For the month of March we're breaking down the monotony of day to day life by embracing the simplicities of life. In our busy world it becomes easy to feel as if life is dull and we fixate on what we are missing in life. But in reality, there is joy and beauty in each day, but we have to learn to look for it and create it for ourselves.

This week Mary dives into shaking up our day to day lives by implementing a joy list. Which is exactly how it sounds - a list of things that bring you joy - and the importance of scheduling joy. Remember, joy isn't something that is earned or rewarded, but rather a human right and necessity for embracing life as a whole.

Tap in, press play and get ready to have your most joyful month this month and explore how we, together, can embrace simplicity.

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Ever feel like something's holding you back from reaching your goals? In this episode, we're tackling that head-on. From those pesky limiting beliefs to those frustratingly repetitive patterns, we're diving deep into what's keeping you from living your best life. Don't let overwhelm get the best of you! We've got practical strategies to help you identify and overcome these obstacles. It's time to swap self-doubt for self-compassion and fear for empowerment. Join us as we unlock the keys to breaking free and stepping into your full potential. And remember, we're in this together.

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Listen to the episode from girlboss to soft girl: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7KEzO2SbNLIzpZyb0HlO8V?si=553ae077921d43bd

A few journal prompts to help you identify where you're blocking yourself:

• When something goes wrong, what are the first few thoughts you have?
• When you feel overwhelmed, how do you respond? Freeze, avoid, complain, etc.
• Do you see a history of repeating patterns, relationships or thoughts in your life?
• Who can you turn to for feedback, advice and support? How will you ask them?