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80/20

Lily Rakowlilyrakow.com
Are you navigating life as a twenty-something? Lily Rakow fully embraces the 80/20 lifestyle and is inviting you to join her in this imperfect balance of function and fun. With candid conversations about faith, fitness, relationships, mental health, and everything in between, Lily is vocal about the simple truth of twenty-somethinghood - we’re all just trying to figure it out! It is tough trying to find an approach to health and wellness without compromising. Lily has used her knowledge as a psychology student and fitness instructor to discover that applying the 80/20 principle can help your routines generate results, but not at the expense of having some fun, too. Join Lily on a journey of your own self discovery – creating wellness routines that work, all while saving space to have a ton of fun!
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Episodes

How To Journal: Techniques, Best Practices, What To Write To Increase Self Awareness & Change Your Life

Grab your pen & paper, babes! In this episode, Lily walks you through her best journaling practices to maximize self awareness, manage emotions, inspire growth, and change your life. Then, Lily shares a few ideas of what to write including a foundational level, and her secret to digging deeper in your daily writing practice. This conversation comes highly requested, especially after the last episode , when Lily EXPOSED her own journal entries on the mic... Send All Holiday Giveaway Entries T...

Dec 07, 202327 minSeason 10Ep. 6

& nothing hurts anymore, I feel kinda free

& nothing hurts anymore, I feel kinda free... in this raw & real episode, Lily lets you into her solo Saturday night journal session as she reads a few realizations she's had lately - like combating loneliness and addressing the winter blues. Lily rounds out the episode by reading a portion of her chapter in Deserts to Mountaintops, Vol II, which connects perfectly with the lyrics in "Ghost Town". Send All Holiday Giveaway Entries To: ⁠⁠⁠hello@lilyrakow.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lily's Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Dec 05, 202325 minSeason 10Ep. 5

How To ACTUALLY Finish The Year Strong

It's time for the last big push, the final countdown, completing the remaining Q4 goals... but what if this year, finishing strong looked different? What if the next 30 days were rooted in peace, not a final push? In this episode, Lily discusses three, unpopular ways to actually finish the year on a healthy and happy note. Send All Holiday Giveaway Entries To: ⁠⁠⁠hello@lilyrakow.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lily's Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lily⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠80/20⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagr...

Nov 30, 202327 minSeason 10Ep. 4

You Have A Purpose (& How To Find It)

"What is my purpose?" is one of the most googled questions, which totally makes sense. In this episode, Lily discusses a few reasons why answering to this question is so challenging, then her theory on having a "Big Picture Purpose" versus finding a "Micro Purpose". Ed Mylett Episode Lily Mentioned Send All Holiday Giveaway Entries To: ⁠⁠hello@lilyrakow.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lily's Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lily⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠80/20⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠In The Twenty⁠⁠⁠...

Nov 28, 202332 minSeason 10Ep. 3

How To Stay Grateful Through The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly

We're home for Thanksgiving, y'all! In this cozy & chill episode, Lily discusses the importance of a gratitude practice amidst all phases of life, not just when things are going well! This mini pep talk will encourage you to uphold an attitude of gratitude through out the holiday season. Workout With Me⁠ Send All Holiday Giveaway Entries To: ⁠hello@lilyrakow.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lily's Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lily⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠80/20⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠In The Twenty⁠⁠...

Nov 23, 202316 minSeason 10Ep. 2

Are You Addicted To Stress?

Are you addicted to stress? In this episode, Lily examines the science behind being a chronically overwhelmed and stressed out person, explains a few signs to pinpoint a stress addiction, and shares a handful of stress management solutions that have worked for her. Being busy isn’t something to brag about, so Lily challenges the hustle culture methods and encourages you to step out of the stress-cycle. Workout With Me Send All Holiday Giveaway Entries To: hello@lilyrakow.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lily's Website⁠...

Nov 23, 202346 minSeason 10Ep. 1

The Secret To Maintaining High-Impact Habits

What’s the real secret to maintaining high-impact habits? In this episode, Lily is joined by her little sister, Lexie, to unpack an ongoing discussion in their house. The girls share their thoughts on how to initiate a natural lifestyle shift, and re-evaluate your habits (both good and bad) to align with your current wants and needs. Lily and Lex get vulnerable in this episode, sharing about their bedtime phone addiction, the truth about receiving advice, and the reality of hook-up culture. Conn...

Nov 16, 202351 minSeason 6Ep. 7

Healing After A Traumatic Accident, Finding Purpose, & Habits for A Better Headspace with Neeloo Fathi

Neeloo Fathi has thrived in chaos (as shared in her own podcast, Order & Chaos), but after a near-death bus accident that changed her perspective on life, she's finally learning the importance of finding balance, purpose, and living an intentional life. In this episode, Neeloo shares the story of the bus accident that changed her life in every way, what the healing process has been like, and so much more. Lily and Neeloo also chat about working in the content creation space, being your own b...

Nov 14, 202359 minSeason 9Ep. 9

For The Girl Who Thinks Too Much

If you're an overthinker, this one's for you. In this episode, Lily discusses the importance of productive preparation versus anxious overthinking. Then, learn to challenge the fear-driven thoughts by asking the hard questions, and overcome the belief that your brain is always telling the truth. Links Mentioned: 2023 Recap Reel Chicken Tortilla Soup Atlas of the Heart by Brene Brown - ⁠⁠⁠Lily's Website⁠⁠⁠ Follow ⁠⁠⁠Lily⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Follow ⁠⁠⁠80/20⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Follow ⁠⁠⁠In The Twenty⁠⁠⁠ o...

Nov 09, 202336 minSeason 9Ep. 8

Living a Slow, Intentional Life As An Entrepreneur with Taye Landry

“Tomorrow is not guaranteed so I’m gonna live this thing with everything that I have…” In this empowering episode, Lily is joined by Taye Landry, a dynamic wellness entrepreneur and dedicated Pilates instructor. Taye's ability to bring people together under the banner of holistic health has made her a respected figure in the wellness world, and she has become a catalyst for positive change in the wellness industry. The gals chat about the importance of understanding that burnout is NOT a badge o...

Nov 07, 20231 hr 3 minSeason 9Ep. 7

Ask Lily: I’m In Love With My Guy Best Friend, Dealing with Unsupportive Family, Feeling Lost...

In this month's juicy Ask Lily episode, listeners asked allllll kinds of great questions. From being in love to your best friend to dealing with family drama, this episode is filled to the brim with quality conversation and personalized advice. Submit a question to next month's Ask Lily: hello@lilyrakow.com - ⁠⁠Lily's Website⁠⁠ Follow ⁠⁠Lily⁠⁠ on Instagram Follow ⁠⁠80/20⁠⁠ on Instagram Follow ⁠⁠In The Twenty⁠⁠ on Instagram Join the ⁠⁠In The Twenty⁠⁠ waitlist Join the ⁠⁠Group Chat⁠⁠ Sign up for t...

Nov 07, 202336 minSeason 9Ep. 6

Confidence 102: Building a Healthy (& Realistic) Fitness Mindset ft. Meghan Campion

Meghan Campion McFerran is a fitness entrepreneur, Alo Moves Instructor, podcast host & creator of Glisten, a sculpt class that serves as a celebration of our bodies. After dancing professionally in NYC, Meghan decided to create Glisten, a workout that empowers women to stand in their own spotlight. In this episode, Meghan shares her story of transitioning out of the dance world and how she built a healthier (and realistic) fitness mindset. Lily and Meghan also chat all things morning routin...

Oct 31, 202343 minSeason 9Ep. 5

Creative People Need Time To Sit & Do Nothing

If you're an over-thinker, it’s normal to crave calm in the chaos. In this episode, Lily opens up about feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, and anxious when it comes to producing in the creative space. With obstacles like comparison, lengthy to-do lists, and fear of failure, creative blocks are bound to happen. Lily shares few ways to shift an “all or nothing” creative mentality to find a balance inside an overactive mind. - ⁠Lily's Website⁠ Follow ⁠Lily⁠ on Instagram Follow ⁠80/20⁠ on Instagram Fol...

Oct 26, 202336 minSeason 9Ep. 4

Vulnerability, Friendships in Your 20's, and Navigating Transitions with Natalia Seliger

Natalia Seliger is a wellness content creator who is known for her real, raw storytelling in the digital space. Natalia started posting her journey to a healthier version of herself after struggling with a toxic relationship with food. Her platforms quickly became safe space for anyone looking for a holistic and empowering approach to wellness. In this episode, Lily and Nat talk all about the power of vulnerability to create deep, lasting friendships. As a twentysomething going through a transit...

Oct 24, 202359 minSeason 9Ep. 3

Create The Perfect Fall Night Routine (& Why It’s More Important Than Your Morning Routine!)

It turns out your NIGHT routine is actually wayyy more important than your morning routine. In this episode, Lily chats through a few ways to create a new night routine from scratch or elevate your current one for the fall season. - Submit to the advice column episode: hello@lilyrakow.com Lily's Fav Bible Lily's Current Playlist - Lily's Website Follow Lily on Instagram Follow 80/20 on Instagram Follow In The Twenty on Instagram Join the In The Twenty waitlist Join the Group Chat Sign up for the...

Oct 12, 202349 minSeason 9Ep. 2

Recording at Spotify Studios LA with My Mom! (ft. Kelley Rakow)

Hi mom! <3 In this very special episode recorded at Spotify Studios LA, Lily is joined by her mom, Kelley Rakow. The mother-daughter convo ranges from what Kelley was like as a twenty something, to all things career, fitness, dating, and more! Throughout the episode, Kelley gives real life advice to Lil and the listeners! - Lily's Website Follow Lily on Instagram Follow 80/20 on Instagram Follow In The Twenty on Instagram Join the In The Twenty waitlist Join the Group Chat Sign up for the New...

Oct 05, 202355 minSeason 9Ep. 1

Finish The Year Strong (Part 2): Create Your Q4 Action Plan & Hold Yourself Accountable

It’s those small, daily habits that make the biggest impact! In the fourth (and final) episode of the change & transition series, Lily walks you through how to create an action plan for your Q4 goals. Then, Lily gives a few reasons why people struggle with accountability, and how to tackle those challenges head-on. Listen to more episodes from this month's series: WEEK 1: Why Change Is Hard & What To Do About It WEEK 2: How To Embrace New Beginnings WEEK 3: Finish The Year Strong: How To...

Sep 28, 202330 minSeason 8Ep. 4

Finish The Year Strong: How To Adapt Your 2023 Goals To Achieve Everything In Q4

It's almost Q4, babes! In this episode, Lily discusses the power of adapting this year's goals to create simple & realistic expectations for Q4. Life rarely goes as planned, so it's important to keep the list tight and shift your perspective in accordance to the way life looks now, opposed to the way things looked a few months ago. Lily also introduces the idea of a "reverse bucket list" to celebrate the things you've already accomplished this year (hint: it's probably more than you think)! ...

Sep 21, 202327 minSeason 8Ep. 3

How To Embrace New Beginnings

Out with the old, in with the new. In the second episode of this month's Transition Series, Lily walks you through ways to shed old habits and fully embrace a new chapter. Before diving into the topic at hand, Lily introduces a new favorite writing method that has transformed her creativity and productivity. She teases a few projects that are in the works and hints at future plans for her writing career. Lily rounds out this conversation by proposing the idea that change is hard, but staying the...

Sep 15, 202342 minSeason 8Ep. 1

Why Change Is Hard & What To Do About It

September is a transitional month, which is why for the next four weeks, we're chatting all things CHANGE! In this episode, Lily discusses some of the reasons why people fear change, and how to shift those perspectives. Lily also shares a few updates on her travels, a few of her current favs, and what she's been up to lately! - Lily's Website Follow Lily on Instagram Follow 80/20 on Instagram In The Twenty Mentorship Waitlist Join the Group Chat Sign up for the Newsletter - Take ownership over y...

Sep 07, 202346 minSeason 8Ep. 1

Let's Talk About Hookup Culture ft. Callie Jardine

Callie Jardine-Gualy joins Lily on the mic for a major girl talk about all things hookup culture, sex, and waiting. The pair recorded this episode together last week in Denver, CO, where they met IRL at a conference. After a few deep chats on the floor of the hotel convention center, it was clear that this episode was much needed! The gals take a very vulnerable approach to the topic, as they both share past experiences that led them to their current viewpoints on hookup culture. Connect with Ca...

Aug 31, 202344 minSeason 7Ep. 14

No One Is You And That Is Your Power

"No one is you and that is your power" - Dave Grohl | In this mini recap of her time at Podcast Movement so far, Lily reflects on conversations with fellow attendees about the power of vulnerability and the risk of openly sharing a story. Take this as a sign to find your voice and just go for it! When you are authentically you, magic happens. - Lily's Website Follow Lily on Instagram Follow 80/20 on Instagram Join the Group Chat Sign up for the Newsletter - Take ownership over your health try AG...

Aug 24, 202316 minSeason 7Ep. 13

4 Productive Habits That Will Make Your Life Easier Everyday

In a world of constant content fighting for our attention, it's become increasingly harder to actually be productive. In this episode, Lily shares 4 low-stress, simple habits she uses every single day to stay productive, rather than just being "busy". Before diving into these habits, Lily shares a few BIG life updates including travel plans, business things, and big "wishlist" goals coming true! - Lily's Website Follow Lily on Instagram Follow 80/20 on Instagram Join the Group Chat Sign up for t...

Aug 17, 202343 minSeason 7Ep. 12

Confidence 101 with Brianne Helfrich

Brianne Helfinch is a podcast host, PhD student, and CEO of Helfrich Collective, a clothing brand that was build as a means to help Breanne through a difficult time, as well as help those going through their own battles. In this episode Lily and Bri talk all about confidence - how to boost confidence despite rigorous academics, defeating imposter syndrome, and daily practices to implement right now! Connect with Brianne Listen to Brianne's Podcast, Welcome To The Collective - Lily's Website Foll...

Aug 10, 202345 minSeason 7Ep. 11

A Guide To Setting Better Boundaries

Healthy boundaries define what is and what is not okay... and oftentimes, they are hard to set! In this episode, Lily is joined by her little sister, Lexie, to talk about past relationship experiences (both good and bad), to define what it really means to set healthy boundaries. The girls exchange stories of bad first dates, the importance of friendship before diving into a relationship, and what they will and no longer will tolerate. - Lily's Website Follow Lily on Instagram Follow 80/20 on Ins...

Aug 03, 202358 minSeason 7Ep. 10

Finding Power in Vulnerability with Hilary Phelps

At 29, Hilary checked herself into rehab for substance use disorder. It wasn’t just about putting down the drink, but about changing people, places and things in her life that ultimately caused her to use in the first place. Hilary kept her recovery and sobriety quiet until recently when she celebrated 15-years of continuous sobriety in June 2022. Since making her story public, Hilary has become a change maker for addiction recovery advocacy. In this episode, Hilary shares her recovery story, as...

Jul 27, 202350 minSeason 7Ep. 9

Ask Lily: Feeling Behind In Life, Pacing Myself In A New Relationship, & Struggling With Body Image

The Ask Lily Advice Column is back, baby! Lily kicks off this episode by sharing a few updates, including a little glimpse into the writing project she's hinted at, as well as her plan to take on an intern this fall! Then, she takes some questions from a few 80/20 listeners. The first listener has trouble living in the present moment in her relationship, worrying about what's next for them. The second listener is struggling with her body image, as her dance career has forced her to compare her b...

Jul 20, 202336 minSeason 7Ep. 8

7 Ways To Unlock Your Feminine Energy

Healing Girl Summer means it's time to embrace your soft side, baby! In this episode (which is sort of a "part two" to February’s 10 (Free) Things You Can Do For A Healthier Mind episode), Lily discusses the steps she’s taking to fully tap into her feminine energy. This includes seven FREE habits like breath work, mindfulness practices, connecting with nature, fostering a positive relationship with your thoughts, and so much more. Lily also discusses her recent realization of the importance of a...

Jul 13, 202342 minSeason 7Ep. 7

How To Work With Your Cycle, Not Against It with Kate Morton

When Kate Morton, RD and Founder of Funk It Wellness, stopped taking birth control, she was met with a slew of the worst symptoms — from acne to PMS, she fought it all. Then, everything changed when she discovered seed cycling. In this episode, Kate joins Lily for a big-sister-style chat sharing the truth about our cycle. When women learn how to work with their cycle instead of against it, magic happens. Kate holds a master's degree in Human Clinical Nutrition, specializing in hormone health. Wi...

Jul 06, 202342 minSeason 7Ep. 6

Kidnapped By Pirates, Survived 93 Days In The Desert, Rescued by SEAL Team Six With Jess Buchanan

Jessica Buchanan is a teacher, author, humanitarian, speaker, and survivor. On October 25, 2011, while on a routine field mission in Somalia, working as the Education Advisor for her non-governmental organization, Jessica was abducted at gunpoint and held for ransom by a group of Somali pirates. In this episode, Jess outlines the true story of the kidnapping, and delves deep into how she chose unwavering mental strength. Jess recounts how she met herself in the desert, and the process of mending...

Jun 29, 20231 hr 17 minSeason 7Ep. 5
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