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The Living with Purpose Podcast

Julia Alsterpodcasters.spotify.com
Coordinating a life with balance is a skill. Living a life with purpose makes an impact. Cultivate techniques to plan, organize, and tackle your life. Today is the day to start. Today, you can live with purpose. IG: @thelivingwithpurposepodcast FB: https://www.facebook.com/The-Living-With-Purpose-Podcast-120223653105065/?view_public_for=120223653105065 Email: thelivingwithpurposepodcast@gmail.com
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Episodes

Finding Meaning in Your Work

Today's episode features Psychology Professor, Yoga Teacher, and Personal Trainer Nick Fortino. To learn more about Psychology, visit Nick's YouTube Channel, Psychology Is: https://www.youtube.com/user/nickfortino/featured What interests you about psychology? Direct message me on Instagram @TheLivingWithPurposePodcast! Live today with purpose.

Oct 06, 202031 minSeason 4Ep. 1

Finding Determination in Discomfort

In today's episode, I talk about the importance of discomfort. When has discomfort led to determination in your life? Direct message me on Instagram @TheLivingWithPurposePodcast! Live today with purpose.

Aug 07, 20207 minSeason 3Ep. 11

The Art of Cultivating an Intergenerational Community

In today's episode, my cousin, Angelo and his partner, Jess share that with passion and purpose, a hobby can become a business. To take online painting classes with Jess and Angelo, visit https://fraservalleycontinuingeducation.ca/ To contact Jess and Angelo directly, visit their respective Facebook pages, Jess Rice Artist and Angelo Morrissey Artist or website, jessrice.com. As always, I want to hear from you! Please direct message me on Instagram @LivingWithPurposePodcast for business inquirie...

Jul 30, 202042 minSeason 3Ep. 9

What has doubt prevented you from doing?

In today's episode, I unravel doubt and its role in self talk. As always, I want to hear from you! Please direct message me on Instagram @LivingWithPurposePodcast for business inquiries, content suggestions, or a chance to be featured on the next episode! Remember, today is an opportunity to live with purpose.

Jul 27, 202019 minSeason 3Ep. 9

From Chicago to California: My Father's Journey to Becoming A Business Owner

Happy Friday Listeners! Today's episode is quite special as the featured entrepreneur is my father. Being that it is father's day weekend, this interview is released today to honor my father and mentor. I hope you are intrigued by the tough lessons that he has learned along his 20+ years of self employment along with the importance of making time for yourself. If you are interested in being interviewed, have questions, or comments, please email me at contactLWPPodcast@gmail.com, send me voice me...

Jun 18, 20201 hr 16 minSeason 3Ep. 7

Staying Present and Expressing Gratitude

Hello Listeners! Today's episode shares techniques for staying focused during social isolation and the importance of gratitude. If you have words to share, please email us at contactLWPPodcast@gmail.com or send us a voice message at Anchor.com. Thank you for listening and as always, live with purpose.

May 27, 202015 minSeason 3Ep. 6

Strategies for Adapting to Online Learning

Hello Listeners! Today's episode shares tips for conquering online learning. Below is the link to the Peloton app. https://www.onepeloton.com/app Thank you for listening! If you have something to share, please leave a voice message at Anchor.com or email at ContactLWPPodcast@gmail.com. As always, live with purpose.

May 23, 202017 minSeason 4Ep. 1

Dreams and Goals

Hello Listeners! Today Vanessa and I share our personal and career aspirations. What are your dreams? Share them with us at ContactLWPPodcast@gmail.com or send us a voice message at Anchor.com. As always, live with purpose.

May 13, 202014 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Tips to Finding Mentors and Business Connections as a College Student

Hello Listeners! Today's episode Vanessa and I share our experience with networking with professionals in our respective majors. If you are an entrepreneur or if you know an entrepreneur that would like to be interviewed, please send us a voice messages at Anchor.com or ContactLWPPodcast@gmail.com. As always, live with purpose.

May 08, 202014 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Navigating School While Starting A Career: Stories and Advice About Self Employment

Hello Listeners! Today's podcast features a friend I met from while studying abroad in Thailand. Jeanette shares her journey through beauty school, assisting hair stylists, building clientele, and getting her own studio. Jeanette's free spirit and authentic approach to self care, school, and career planning provides lessons we can all learn from. If you are in the LA county area and looking for a hair stylist, check out Jeanette's company Instagram linked below. Instagram: @Pelobyjeanette If you...

May 06, 202024 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Adapting Your Career to Life's Many Changes: Lessons From a Former Actor and Current YouTube Fitness Instructor

Hello Listeners! Today's episode features Sean Vigue with Sean Vigue Fitness. Sean shares his journey through the fitness world and how he created his YouTube channel. Check out Sean's Pilates, yoga, core, conditioning, boot camp, and body weight workouts via his YouTube channel and website linked below. https://www.youtube.com/user/motleyfitness https://www.seanviguefitness.com/ If you are an entrepreneur or know an entrepreneur that would like to share, please email us at ContactLWPPodcast.com...

Apr 29, 202035 minSeason 3Ep. 1

Creating a Support System in College

Hello Listeners! Today's episode features my cousin, Sophie! Sophie is a second year college student who gives words of advice for women in college. If you would like to be interviewed or nominate someone to be interviewed, please email us at contactLWPPodcast@gmail.com. As always, live with purpose.

Apr 21, 202036 minSeason 2Ep. 7

What it Means to Be a Strong Woman

Hello Listeners! Today's episode features my wonderful sister, Kate. Kate dives into what makes a strong woman and names one strong woman we all should learn more about, Dr. Ruth. Dr. Ruth is a 91 year old holocaust survivor and sex therapist. Since you are probably intrigued by those three facts alone, check out her hulu special below: https://www.hulu.com/movie/ask-dr-ruth-9dab1fcf-8f61-49f6-a2f1-531000a383e5 If you would like to share you comments, be interviewed, or nominate someone to be in...

Apr 16, 202036 minSeason 2Ep. 6

The Fitness World: Experience and Advice from an Athlete and Mother

Hello Listeners, Today's episode features Youtuber, Larie. Larie shares her experience in the fitness world and how exercise is her stress reliever. Larie's Youtube channel, Fit by Larie features workouts for every body and every fitness level. She offers an excellent variety of workouts including barre, strength training, yoga, prenatal/postnatal training and more. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8pE4eKOA-KLZosVMgl3ddg If you are strong woman and would like to be interviewed, please email me ...

Apr 14, 202030 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Moving to A New Country: Lessons Learned and Explained

Hello Listeners! Today's episode features my brave friend, Winn. Winn shares her journey of moving to the United States by herself. She explains her challenges, support system, and mindset that have led her to the life she lives today. If you are a strong woman listening or would like to nominate someone to be interviewed, please email me at ContactLWPPodcast@gmail.com. As always, live with purpose.

Apr 14, 202025 minSeason 2Ep. 4

"Death is not the scary thing—living a life without a passion is the scary thing" (Claire Wineland).

Hello Listeners! I am excited to announce former guest interviewee, Vanessa, who is now a co-host for the "Living with Purpose" podcast. In today's episode Vanessa and I dive into a couple quotes by Claire Wineland, founder of Claire's Place Foundation which provides relief and support for families impacted by cystic fibrosis. Below are links to learn more about Claire and all the meaningful work she has accomplished. Claire's Place Foundation https://clairesplacefoundation.org/ Movie based on C...

Apr 10, 202023 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Words of Wisdom from a Survivor

Hello Listeners! Today's episode features my dear friend, Vanessa. Vanessa shares words of wisdom for those struggling with coming out, losing a parent, and chronic illness. If you are a strong woman listening and would like to be interviewed, please leave a comment below. As always, live with purpose.

Apr 07, 202015 min

How to Use Hardship As Motivation for Change

Hello Listeners! Today's featured strong woman is my dear friend Julia. Julia shares her inspirational health journey and encourages all women to fight for their health. If you are a strong women interested in being interviewed, please leave a comment below and I will reach out to you. As always, live with purpose.

Apr 02, 202014 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Pleasure and Happiness: Is there a difference?

Hello Listeners! Today's episode compares pleasure and happiness. To learn more about the pleasure trap discussed on today's podcast, check out this link to the book, The Pleasure Trap. https://www.amazon.com/Pleasure-Trap-Mastering-Undermines-Happiness/dp/1570671974 Don't feel like reading a whole book, but still want to learn more? Check out this Ted Talk by the author of The Pleasure Trap. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jX2btaDOBK8 Please leave questions and comments below. Thanks!...

Apr 01, 20207 minSeason 1Ep. 7

8 Techniques for Increasing Work Productivity

Hello Listeners, Today's episode shares eight techniques that have helped me become a more productive employee and student. I hope you find these techniques helpful. Below are links to topics discussed in the episode. Book: Deep Work https://www.amazon.com/Deep-Work-Focused-Success-Distracted/dp/1455586692 Pomodoro Technique Information https://francescocirillo.com/pages/pomodoro-technique Visual Clock *You can also just use a visual clock app on a computer or tablet. https://www.amazon.com/Prod...

Mar 26, 202011 minSeason 1Ep. 6

7 Daily Habits To Improve Heath and Happiness

Hello Listeners! Today's podcast shares 7 daily habits that have helped improve my mental and physical well-being. I hope they will help you too! Please a comment below if one or more of these practices is helping you! Below are links to resources discussed in the podcast. Meditation Apps https://www.headspace.com/subscriptions https://www.calm.com Free Wim Hof Method Guided Meditation https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tybOi4hjZFQ Advanced Barre Workouts https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8pE4eKOA-...

Mar 25, 20209 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Learning to Conquer Stress Rather Than Allowing Stress to Conquer You

Hello Listeners! Today's episode focuses on the ideas of eustress, distress, the fixed mindset, and the growth mindset. The following are links to videos, articles, and YouTube channels mentioned during the episode. Stanford News Article "Embracing stress is more important than reducing stress, Stanford psychologist says" https://news.stanford.edu/2015/05/07/stress-embrace-mcgonigal-050715/ Ted Talk by Kelly McGonigal "How to Make Stress Your Friend" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RcGyVTAoXEU S...

Mar 20, 20209 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Making Eating Healthy Easier Than Eating Unhealthy

Hello listeners! Today's podcast discusses the power of eating a diet of primarily whole, unprocessed foods. As mentioned in the podcast, here are the links to the book and recipes: TedTalk with Dr. Doug Lisle discussing the pleasure trap *Clarification: I miss spoke in the podcast. Dr. Doug Lisle is an evolutionary psychologist not psychiatrist. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jX2btaDOBK8 The Pleasure Trap book https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-pleasure-trap_alan-goldhamer_douglas-j-lisle/31461...

Mar 12, 202010 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Freeing the Mind

Hello listeners! Today's episode discusses methods to free the mind and connect with the body. Links to referenced sources are below: Hasfit Beginner Workout Challenge https://hasfit.com/workouts/home/easy-beginner/ Wim Hof Breathing and Cold Immersion https://www.wimhofmethod.com/ Headspace Meditation App https://www.headspace.com/ What Happens to Your Body When You Hit the Snooze Button https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c23dpuDv4xg...

Mar 12, 202013 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Welcome!

Welcome to "Living with Purpose". I am Julia Alster, founder of the "Living with Purpose" podcast channel. Today I will discuss why I started this podcast and briefly discuss the eight dimensions of wellness.

Mar 12, 202012 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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