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Aug 6
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453: Summer Series - How to be Full of L...

TONYA LEIGH
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Awakening Your Inner Spark: Steps to Reignite Your Passion

To truly embrace life, one must be open to experiencing a full range of emotions, both positive and negative, as they are essential to the essence of being alive. This idea is central to this podcast episode with host Tonya Leigh, who emphasizes that genuine vitality stems from embracing all emotions rather than shying away from the uncomfortable ones.

After taking a refreshing two-week vacation, Tonya shares her experiences of unplugging and reconnecting with loved ones, which reignited her energy and inspiration. She emphasizes the importance of feeling alive, engaged, and excited in our daily lives. Tonya explores how to embrace both the highs and lows of life, reminding us that joy and expansion are often highlighted by their opposites. This serves as a reminder to infuse our days with intentionality, presence, and beauty, encouraging listeners to seek out what makes them feel truly alive. 

Tune in for insights that will inspire you to revitalize your spirit and embrace life more fully!

Talking Points:

00:50 - Taking Time Away From It All

03:00 - Emotional Avoidance Culture

06:34 - Hyper-Productive and Hustle Culture

11:05 - Curating Your Mind

16:14 - Embracing All Emotions

22:15 - Importance of Dreams and Goals

31:32 - Life-Giving Thoughts

34:24 - Gratitude and Celebrating Life

Quotes:

"We live in a world obsessed with feeling good and only good."

 

"Success is measured by output, not aliveness."

 

"Your mind is your greatest asset. And you get to shape it."

 

"Full of life is an intensity of emotion, and you can't have ecstasy without the opposite of that."

 

"If you want to be full of life, you need to do what alive things do."

 

"Being grateful for the life you have is the secret to creating the life you want."

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