102. How to Enjoy More of Your Life: Embracing Mindful Consumption and Intentionality with Our Favorite Things

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You Can Trust Yourself

Megan Spencer

115 episodes

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In a world with so many opinions, it’s difficult to trust ourselves. We know it’s not easy, and that’s why each week we will vulnerably share our personal stories and experiences. Our mission is to leave you with encouragement and tools to nurture your ability to trust yourself. Welcome to You Can Trust Yourself, the podcast. We’re your hosts, Meg and Maggi. Megan Spencer is a Clinical Mental Health Counselor in training. She specializes in working with women through a person-centered approach. Maggi Fitzpatrick is a coach specializing in optimizing mental and physical human performance.

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102. How to Enjoy More of Your Life: Embracing Mindful Consumption and Intentionality with Our Favorite Things

You Can Trust Yourself

56 minutes 20 seconds

8 months ago

102. How to Enjoy More of Your Life: Embracing Mindful Consumption and Intentionality with Our Favorite Things

In this episode, Maggi and Meg explore the theme of favorite things, emphasizing the importance of intentionality and self-trust in making choices about what we love. They share personal stories of past unintentional buying habits and how they have shifted towards more mindful consumption. The conversation highlights the significance of quality over quantity, the role of community in fulfilling needs, and the impact of personal choices, such as Meg pursuing a fragrance-free lifestyle. Ultimately, they encourage listeners to embrace their individuality and celebrate their favorite things unapologetically.

Takeaways:

Trust yourself to know what you want.
Intentionality is key - unintentional buying can lead to financial chaos.
Quality over quantity leads to better satisfaction.
Reflection helps in making better consumer choices.
Community activities can fulfill emotional needs.
It's okay to love and share your favorite things.
Self-trust applies to all areas of life.
Embrace your individuality in preferences.

Chapters:

03:26 The Importance of Self-Trust in Choices

06:19 Transitioning from Impulse to Intentional Purchases

09:12 The Impact of Consumerism on Well-Being

12:21 Curating a Meaningful Wardrobe

18:20 Finding Community Through Shared Interests

21:26 Reflecting on Purchases and Their Emotional Impact

24:21 The Connection Between Needs and Intentional Spending

34:42 Balancing Choices: Food and Finances

45:22 Favorite Things: Practical Tips and Tools

53:16 Embracing Individuality in Preferences

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Meg & Maggi

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