Holding on to the Delight and Wonder - Catch Up with Meghan and Lis

April 16, 2018 by Adrift on Purpose in society & culture

In this episode Meghan and Lis catch up on what’s been happening in our worlds. We dive deep and discuss our fears around not living up to the labels in life and not making the “best” decisions we can. We also discuss listening to our instincts, and reflect on Meghan’s journey around the perimeter of the US. Finally we talk about the endearing characteristics of the people around us. It’s a lot, but it’s great. Enjoy!

Show notes

Lis makes a big decision!
Meghan returns to San Diego
We discuss being a nomad versus putting down roots
Attaching to a label (or not)
Being afraid of making a mistake
Reflections on a place that brings you peace and calm
Hearing the Yeses
Letting go of the planning
Processing the instincts
Reflections from Meghan’s perimeter tour of the US
Fighting to keep heart
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Resources

You Always Have an Exit - Our episode with Gigi
Nomadtopia
Nomad + Spice
Temi’s episode
Cris’ episode
Susan’s episode

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Allowing Your Mind to Tell You the Truth — Interview with Ranata Reeder

March 09, 2018 by Adrift on Purpose in society & culture

In this episode we speak with marketing and communications professional and host of the #IQUITPODCAST, Ranata Reeder. She shares with us how we can live more authentic lives by being truthful with ourselves, and also tells us about recognizing microaggressions, gracefully planning a work exit, and putting your health before your paycheck. Lastly, we get to understand her missions of empowering and uplifting women while also spreading emotional intelligence and cultural competence. We know you’ll love listening to her as much as we did. Enjoy!

Show notes

Lis works a lot and gets ready to celebrate her birthday
Meghan’s status from the road
A BIG announcement about the show
Introducing Ranata Reeder!
Getting back on track
“The more we do, the less time we have to sit back and think.”
Starting the #IQUITPODCAST
What is a microaggression?
Allowing your mind to tell you the truth
Gracefully planning your exit
Making your health more important than your paycheck
Purging everything that serves you to become the person you want to be
Spreading emotional intelligence and cultural competence
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You Need People Who Inspire You — Interview with Kit Whelan

March 02, 2018 by Adrift on Purpose in society & culture

In this episode we talk to the one and only Kit Whelan! Kit is a digital nomad, conference founder, podcast co-host, and all-around awesome person who talks to us about her path to a life of purpose. We learn the importance of cultivating community, talk about the tricky balance of protecting that community, and even discuss aging into a life adrift. It’s an episode we’ve been waiting for, and we know you’ll feel the same. Enjoy!

Show notes

Lis gets a new client
Meghan drops off the dog and gears up to leave Atlanta
Lis has a huge (but obvious) revelation
Introducing Kit Whelan!
The importance of mentors
A conference is born out of frustration
Giving yourself the time and space to do nothing
Balancing family
Cultivating a community
Hobbies versus communities
Protecting the community
Aging into nomad life
Identifying as a digital nomad—or not
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The Most Human Human in the Room — Interview with Jen Kane

February 23, 2018 by Adrift on Purpose in society & culture

Our episode today features the one and only, Jen Kane. She is a marketing and social media consultant, author, and so many other things we don’t have the room to mention, who schools us on accepting life as it is, exploring many different paths, parenting, dealing with chronic pain, and the power of being fully present. Her experiences have made for one really rich life, and we hope listening to her wisdom will give you as much to think about as it did for us. Enjoy!

Show notes

Lis gets a new client
Meghan and the dog
Introducing Jen Kane!
Learning the many shades of Jen, including certified forklift operator, social media consultant, erotica writer, and much more
Keeping up with interests and passions
Accepting a life with chronic pain
On life with a high EQ
Redefining success
Working with your programing and changing it
Parenting with chronic pain
Discipline and being a ‘self care ninja’
Looking ahead and exploring
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Resources

Minnesota Interactive Marketing Association
Chronic Pain Recovery: A Practical Guide to Putting Your Life Back Together After Everything Has Fallen Apart - Jen's book on chronic pain
Act powerful, be powerful - research Jen mentioned from Amy Cuddy

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Taking One Step Outside — Interview with Anna Lundberg

February 16, 2018 by Adrift on Purpose in society & culture

Today Meghan and Lis talk with success coach and business strategist, Anna Lundberg. Not only does Anna share with us her own story of stepping outside the conventional, but she also clues us into the importance of reimagining success, shares tips on tapering down our need to achieve, and offers expert advice on addressing the fears which hold us back from taking the big leaps. Your hosts left sufficiently therapized and feel confident you will too!

Show notes

Meghan starts a new routine to set her days up for success (a la Eileen’s advice)
Lis explores writing down some limiting beliefs (a la Melissa’s advice)
What Lis and Meghan were like as kids
Introducing Anna Lundberg!
Going off the beaten path
Noticing the disconnect
Why reimagine success?
Letting go of the need to accomplish
Addressing the fear
Giving your mind space to think
The health effects of living your own path
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Resources

Anna’s YouTube Channel
One Step Outside
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - By Stephen Covey
Facing the Fear: What are you afraid of? - Anna’s article on fear
Anna’s Success Audit
One Step Outside on Facebook
Anna on Twitter

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Appreciating Your True Self — Interview with Janice Chaka

February 09, 2018 by Adrift on Purpose in society & culture

In this episode, Meghan and Lis welcome introvert, career coach, and world traveler Janice Chaka! She shares her adventures in the world of careers and travel, as well as her experience being an introvert and coaching them to professional success. We learn about the importance of recognizing your own personal truth and how we can all cope in this extravert-centric world, no matter where we fall on the spectrum. This is certainly an episode you don’t want to miss!

Show notes

Lis visits the monks
Meghan’s thoughts on momentum
Introducing Janice Chaka!
Defining introversion
Introversion around the world
Being an introvert at work
One thing an introvert can do to get better at networking
On traveling… and hating people
Working two full-time jobs while traveling?
The physical and mental effects of not being yourself
How to treat freelancers
Discussing “Where are you from?” and “What do you do?”
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Resources

Being a Bourgeois Bohemian - Jonee’s episode
The Career Introvert
The Traveling Introvert podcast
Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking - By Susan Cain
Halo Effect

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If You Can Change Your Mindset, You Can Change Your Life — Interview with Melissa Monte

February 02, 2018 by Adrift on Purpose in society & culture

[Content warning: Sexual assault, disordered eating]

Meghan and Lis chat with fellow podcaster and host of Mind Love Podcast, Melissa Monte! Melissa shares her incredible journey through coping with multiple sexual assaults, living in and escaping from a toxic relationship, healing after eight years of bulimia, and finding herself and her way in this world. She explains how everything starts in the mind, and if we’re able to understand what’s there and move forward from it, we can do anything. Enjoy!

Show notes

Diana is coming to visit Lis
Meghan (and Lis) reflects on old episodes
Introducing Melissa Monte!
From a charmed childhood to experiencing major life trauma
Reaching rock bottom, realizing need to apply lessons
On landing in jail for someone else’s crime
Getting out of a VERY zany boyfriend situation
Bulimia and the healing process
Identifying self-limiting beliefs
Living in the Age of Awareness
A discussion on men, sex, and the #MeToo Movement
The way you see other people is a reflection of yourself
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Resources

Mind Love Podcast
Lydia Lee’s episode
Happiness and Other Small Things of Absolute Importance
Life hacks are part of a 200-year-old movement to destroy your humanity
Helen’s episode
The 5 Love Languages - By Gary Chapman
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - By Stephen R. Covey
The Mastery of Love - By Don Miguel Ruiz
The Power - By Rhonda Byrne
The Bulimia Help Method: A Revolutionary New Approach That Works - By Richard Kerr,‎ Ali Kerr,‎ Catherine Liberty

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You Have to Believe You Deserve It — Interview with Eileen Webb

January 26, 2018 by Adrift on Purpose in society & culture

Today we welcome friend and esteemed colleague Eileen Webb to the show! Eileen tells us not only how to use laziness to fit an enormous amount of activities into our lives, but she also shows us how connecting with the belief that we deserve more from ourselves can bring a great deal of wellness and goodness to our lives. Talking to Eileen is always enlightening, and today’s episode does not disappoint. Enjoy!

Show notes

Meghan’s doing great, after a visit with former guest Ada Powers!
Something kinda zany happens to Lis
Introducing Eileen Webb!
“How do you do all this stuff?”
Minimal viable farming
Creating the optimal space for working and living
Believing you deserve time for you
How are spaces a reflection of us?
On the aggression of cities
“Being in nature is profoundly healing in a quiet way.”
Some thoughts on being an animal lover
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Diving Into Every Moment — Interview with Niamh Aspell

January 19, 2018 by Adrift on Purpose in society & culture

In this episode we have the privilege of talking with world traveler Niamh Aspell! Not only does she share with us some of her best stories from her life of travel, but she also explains to us why and how she keeps the good times rolling, even when things don’t seem as good as we’d like them to. We know you’ll be as inspired by her passions as we were!

Show notes

Meghan is doing fine
Lis gets over her cold and realizes she’s not a “loser”
Introducing Niamh Aspell!
An introduction to dragon boating
Some notes on living in NYC
A journey from Dublin to NYC
Stories from Argentina
Studying for the DELTA while getting married abroad
“How do you know when to leave a place?”
Keeping a sense of self when traveling
Tales from being at the northernmost and southernmost points of the Americas in the same year
Time for a moose story
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Resources

Your smartphone is making you stupid, antisocial and unhealthy. So why can't you put it down? - the article we mention at the beginning of the show

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The More Secure We Are the Better the Journey Is — Interview with Erica Hanna

January 12, 2018 by Adrift on Purpose in society & culture

On today’s show we get the chance to sit down with the founder of Puke Rainbows, Erica Hanna! Not only does Erica wow us with some pretty amazing stories–including working with Ellen AND Prince–but she also discusses her advocacy for body positivity and survivors, as well as what it means to be vulnerable in visible ways. Her insights (and glow) will lift your spirits and widen your perspectives. It’s a show not to be missed!

Show notes

Lis has a cold
Meghan catches us up on ‘the dog’
Introducing Erica Hanna!
“You’ve won Emmys?”
Directing a video with Prince
Advocating for survivors and body positivity
“There’s no before and after picture for mental health.”
Some thoughts on being vulnerable
Thoughts on balancing personality with business
Shifting into the coaching phase
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Cultivating Our Collective Human Potential — Interview with Ayla Benjamin

January 05, 2018 by Adrift on Purpose in society & culture

In our first episode of 2018, we have the honor of chatting with co-founder and strategic director for the Yoga For All Movement, Ayla Benjamin! Not only do we get to hear Ayla’s journey to her life’s work, but we discuss approachable wellness basics, the importance of mind and body awareness, and slowing down to start where you are. It’s the perfect way to start off the new year, if we do say so ourselves. We know you’ll agree. Enjoy!

Show notes

Looking back at 2017, and ‘Hello’ to 2018
Meghan shares a big resolution announcement!
Introducing Ayla Benjamin!
From sustainable food to volunteering in prison
How food affects our whole being
Basic wellness principles
Bringing yoga to underserved populations
Becoming comfortable in our own skins
Moving from the mind to the body
An active aggression towards what feels good
Working to just slow down
Starting where you are
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Holiday Hang with Cristina Toledo

December 22, 2017 by Adrift on Purpose in society & culture

Our last episode of 2017 is a special holiday treat as we bring back former guest Cristina Toledo to catch up on the year! We get to hear all about her 2017 adventures and dive into discussions about managing self-inflicted pressures, staying anchored even when adrift, and sorting through the pressures and obligations of holidays. It was simply a delight to hear Cris’ insights yet again, and we have no doubt you’ll enjoy them as much as we did!

Show notes

It’s our last episode of 2017!
Meghan reflects on the importance of community
Cristina has returned!
“Who are you trying to impress besides yourself?”
Getting back in the swing of it
Staying anchored
Being in others’ space
Structure versus Freedom
Travel exhaustion
Being home, and being the person “they” want you to be
Doing work you enjoy doing, and your schedule as your anchor
On family pressure around the holidays
Navigating family and politics
Standing up to those than have changed your diapers?
Adjusting to seeing adult relatives as peers
Obligation versus desire
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Living in a Society Profoundly Shaped by Tech — Interview with Sara Wachter-Boettcher

December 15, 2017 by Adrift on Purpose in society & culture

Today’s episode features content strategy expert, author, and friend Sara Wachter-Boettcher! We get the chance to talk with her about her latest book, Technically Wrong, in which she breaks down the implications of a major lack of diversity and moral compass in the technology industry. We also get to have a discussion on separating yourself from your work—and how to keep doing stuff, even when the path ahead seems rocky. Here’s hoping you love it as much as we do!

Show notes

December 13… an interesting day in the world
Lis as a moment on the NYC Subway
Introducing Sara Wachter-Boettcher!
What IS Technically Wrong?
A discussion on the gatekeeping of the tech industry
It starts with the people, culture, environment
Ethics and Facebook?
Technology as a utility
“2017 was a weird year”
Separating the things you create from yourself
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Resources

Technically Wrong - Sara’s latest book
Content Everywhere - Sara’s book for content strategists
Designing for Real Life
Sara’s Google Talk Episode
“Cat Person” - from The New Yorker

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Paying in Security What You Gain in Freedom — Interview with Susan DeFreitas

December 08, 2017 by Adrift on Purpose in society & culture

In this episode we have the honor of talking with author and editor Susan DeFreitas. Not only do we get to hear about how she’s fought for her career in the arts, but we get to have some amazing discussions about security vs. freedom, artists as “culture jammers,” and some of the safety nets and privilege that contribute to our narratives. This one definitely ended too soon. Enjoy!

Show notes

Meghan settles in to a warm place AND adopts a dog!
Lis prepares to return to the East Coast then shares something she hates
Introducing Susan DeFreitas!
The great gamble: “I’ve paid in security what I’ve gained in freedom.”
Sharing all of our best tools
Sales as service
Seeing the vulnerability in others and ourselves
Making a career in the arts
“Artists are culture jammers”
Breaking down the enormity of the tasks at hand
A discussion on safety nets
“Talent is just a place to start”
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Resources

Hot Season - Susan’s latest book
Rene’s Adrift on Purpose episode
Booze and Pot in Teen Years Lessen Life Success
Brené Brown
Prescott College - Susan’s alma mater
“Follow your bliss and the universe will open doors where there were only walls.” Joseph Campbell

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Getting Unstuck from the Largeness of It

December 01, 2017 by Adrift on Purpose in society & culture

In today’s episode Meghan and Lis dive into a discussion highlighting—and breaking down—accomplishments they never thought would come to pass. The chat covers many topics from Lis finding her way in the professional world to Meghan exploring the world. In each case, major change comes down to small steps forward, taken one at a time. Listen in for inspiration for your own transformation!

Show notes

A Black Friday snafu
Thanksgiving adrift
Meghan gives Lis homework!
The big challenges we’ve overcome including:
- Lis working for herself for 8+ years
- Meghan and Lis travel alone
- Lis moves solo for the first time
- Meghan talks about becoming a vegan (because of course she did)
- Meghan has eradicated yelling from her life
Realizing all great feats start with small steps
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Resources

Jonee’s episode

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Having a Drink on Purpose — AOP Happy Hour!

November 17, 2017 by Adrift on Purpose in society & culture

Today we are pleased to present to you our very first 'Having a Drink on Purpose' Happy Hour! Join Meghan and Lis as they discuss their journeys being adrift, questions from listeners, and other random thoughts all while having a drink or few. Cheers!

Show notes

Lis has a drink because Susette said so
Meghan has decay in her walls
Living with dudes
“Breaking News!” — A dude story
“Progress towards what?”
One thing we think we’re bad at
You know what we hate?!
Acknowledging privilege
Meghan takes a lap through ‘Sex in the City’
A discussion on dating
“We’re too damn nice to each other!”
A peek into Lis’ dating past
On dudes with cats, and dogs
“One thing you wish people understood about you?”
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Crossfit for the Mind — Interview with Tina Dietz

November 10, 2017 by Adrift on Purpose in society & culture

Today Meghan and Lis have the honor of talking with fellow podcaster and entrepreneur Tina Dietz! We dig deep into topics including calming the mind, expanding our capacities, and finding your voice. We also hear how Tina found her life’s calling at the fair, and discuss the friending habits of purple squirrels. You definitely don’t want to miss this one!

Show notes

Meghan keeps it real!
Managing a life adrift… or trying to
Introducing Tina Dietz!
“How do you deal with the anxiety?”
More confidence = more crises?
“This whole 30 days to build a new habit bull$h*t? Stop that!”
Expanding your capacity
Creating an intentional community
Unleashing your voice
Tina finds the meaning of life at the fair
Being present to the gap… and more mountain references!
Are you a purple squirrel?
Where does art fit into the career path?
Taking care of mechanics first
Finding courage through curiosity
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Resources

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We Do a Pretty Damn Good Job — Interview with Jen Myers

November 03, 2017 by Adrift on Purpose in society & culture

This week we ‘put things in perspective’ as we talk with prison activist and consultant Jen Myers. Not only do we get insight into Jen’s own time in federal prison, but we hear all about how she’s using those experiences to create change and hope for others. This is definitely a special episode from which we walked away feeling moved. Here’s hoping you feel the same!

Show notes

Lis fires a client!
Meghan reflects on privilege
Introducing Jen Myers!
From Midwest girl to federal prisoner
Understanding more about being a prison activist and consultant
Hosting a TEDx in prison
Adjusting to life in prison
A discussion on people having an experience
Mothering in prison
“The whole paradigm of the system has gotten upside down”
Helping women re-enter society post prison
Prison counseling on Dance Moms
Prison for trans people
What happens now that marijuana is legal?
Key takeaways for all our listeners
"Orange is the New Black’s" strengths and weaknesses
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Resources

All I Know I Learned in Prison - Jen’s Ignite San Diego talk
Trafficking the Good Life - Jen’s book
R.I.S.E. to Empower - Non-profit Jen co-founded
TEDx Donovan Correctional - Tedx Jen helped organize
Jen’s clip from Dance Moms
I lived “Orange is the New Black” -- Now I’m Going to Watch it Again - Jen’s article

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Everything Happens When You Fall In Love with Yourself — Interview with Orion Talmay

October 27, 2017 by Adrift on Purpose in society & culture

It’s quite the episode today as we talk with love coach, international speaker, and host of The Stellar Life podcast, Orion Talmay! Not only do we learn the real secrets behind finding love, but we also dig into understanding attraction and working with our shadow selves. We learned a ton from this discussion and had a hell of a good time in the process. Here’s hoping you enjoy it as much as we did!

Show notes

Lis is back in the gorge!
Maine starts to get to Meghan
Introducing Orion Talmay
What IS a love coach?
A path to self love
Sorting out our “issues stored in our tissues”
What is a conscious relationship?
A bit on romantic love
You attract who you are
Working with shadow
Beautiful summits with beautiful views
“If you don’t grow, you die.”
Mirror work to help us get started!
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Resources

Orion’s Method
The Stellar Life Podcast
Orion on Huffington Post
Shadows on the Path - The book Lis mentioned

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Quieting the Critical Voices — Interview with Andrea Klunder

October 20, 2017 by Adrift on Purpose in society & culture

It’s podcast on podcast love today as we talk with host of The Creative Imposter, Andrea Klunder. Andrea breaks down how she thinks about her own creativity, her experiences working to help others express their creative voice, and her thoughts on quieting the critical voices that hound us. It’s a special treat to be able to investigate a world based not on producing, but on creating. Here’s hoping you enjoy the ride!

Show notes

Meghan gets back to comedy
Lis does something she’s never done before
Introducing Andrea Klunder!
Focusing creative scatterbrain
From opera to podcasting
NEWS FLASH: Owning a business is hard
Why do people think they are creative imposters?
Focusing on who we are just by nature of being
Putting your personal self out there—and what you get back
A bit on spending time alone
How Andrea helps people express their creativity
Quieting the critical voices
A triangle of creative advice
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Resources

The Creative Imposter
Peace & Play Yoga
Power Your Story - Andrea’s high school student podcast
Chicago Women’s Creative Collective

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