Journey to a Fulfilling, Resilient and Intentional Life: Creating Balance in Chaos

Lindsay Miller –

Are you so engulfed in your daily life that you’ve forgotten to take care of yourself? Tapping into our reality and making small changes can shift the course we are on. I have found myself looking for direction and understanding with my own situation.

If you want to find balance again in the chaos of life – keep listening.

Ep. 126

In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to get swept up in the hustle, forgetting to take care of ourselves along the way. Lindsay Miller dives into the urgent need for consciously deciding not to wear ourselves thin. We talk about how society often fails to emphasize self-care, and the importance of intentionally cultivating habits that promote it. We also discuss mindfulness as not just a passing trend, but a lifestyle that promotes clarity, focus, and inner peace.

Resilience is the ability to bounce back from difficult or challenging situations. It is a learned skill that can be developed through practice. People who are resilient are able to cope with stress and adversity in a healthy way. They are able to see setbacks as temporary and learn from them. They are also able to maintain a positive outlook, even in tough times.

It is important to take care of yourself, both physically and mentally. If you are feeling overwhelmed and exhausted by your current circumstances, it is important to take some time for yourself to relax and de-stress. You may want to try taking a walk, reading a book, or spending time with people who ignite you. It is also important to eat healthy and get enough sleep. 

Your mental health is the key to all of it.

Today, I am going back to a previous conversation.

So, relax, take a deep breath, and join us as we unravel the transformative power of mindfulness and self-care with my past guest, Lindsay Miller. 

We explore the importance of slowing down, prioritizing activities that bring joy, and how being intentional about our time can lead to a more fulfilling life.

Today, we will go on a little trip. Imagine a river, the middle represents relaxed readiness while the two sides symbolize rigidity and chaos. Interesting, right? That’s how Lindsay explains life and the idea of resilience. Through practices like conscious breathing and observing our thoughts, we learn how to widen our green zones and respond resiliently to situations. 

We address how to cultivate C.O.A.L. – curiosity, openness, acceptance, and love in the face of fear and uncertainty. She sheds light on how mindfulness helps us accept the present moment and move forward – no matter how chaotic it is. 

You can learn more about Lindsay on her website TheStressNanny.com, Instagram @thestressnanny, and you can listen to her Podcast The Stress Nanny with Lindsay Miller.


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** Sailing Through Life Podcast is intended to educate, inspire and support you on your personal journey and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All content is for general informational purposes only. If you are suffering from any psychological or medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified health professional.

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Hello and welcome to Sailing Through Life! My name is Lorie. I am a 2-time melanoma cancer survivor and a sailor - in my heart and on the water. I want to be a beacon of light to others with life challenges and be an inspiration to stay positive while going through these life-altering events. Join me as I set sail on this new adventure... Sailing Through Life.

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