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Cultivate Your Joyful Life

Cultivate Your Joyful Life

Emily Liou

Cultivate Your Joyful Life is a personal growth podcast to help you create a fulfilling life in all areas from career to parenting, health to finances, and everything else in between. Certified life coach, Emily Liou, is on a mission to help you create a life you absolutely LOVE. It's easy to feel overwhelmed or not enough as you navigate life but through practical tips and inspiration from our guest experts and myself, this podcast aims to help you nourish yourself and tap into inner joy right now.
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Cultivate Your Joyful Life - 021. Noticing Angel Numbers and the Signs from the Universe
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08/26/24 • 32 min

Angel numbers... 111, 222, 333, 444, 555, 666, 777, 888, 999, 1111!?
What the heck does it all mean? Listen to this episode - and learn how to use angel numbers to keep the faith, trust, and support when you need a special message delivered to you. Do you believe the universe communicates with you through numbers? Numerology is fascinating to me! 🙂********
TIME STAMPS:

00:00 Welcome to Cultivate Your Joyful Life
00:45 A New Beginning: Moving into My Dream Home
01:36 The Power of Vision and Goals
06:14 Exploring Angel Numbers
06:45 Community Updates and Free Coaching
09:03 Understanding and Recognizing Angel Numbers
18:17 Common Angel Numbers and Their Meanings
26:25 Embracing Faith and Letting Go of Control
31:32 Conclusion and Community Engagement********
LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Join the FREE Slack community for Cultivate Your Joyful Life
Apply for FREE 1:1 Life Coaching Session!
Visit the CultiVitae website
YOU'LL ALSO ENJOY LISTENING TO THESE EPISODES:
Ep. 003: How to Find Your Life Purpose w/ Rachel East
Ep. 006: Believing in Yourself When Life Gets Tough w/ Suraiyah Ortiz
Ep. 015: How to Pursue Your BIG Dreams
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Cultivate Your Joyful Life - 001. Introduction + Wheel of Life

001. Introduction + Wheel of Life

Cultivate Your Joyful Life

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04/09/24 • 12 min

In this debut episode, I, Emily Liou, Certified Life Coach, explain my soul purpose and mission to evolve from a known job search coach to a life coach. Listen in as I delve into why I’m so freaking excited to share how you can cultivate your own joyful life.For the past 6+ years, I've been helping people land their dream jobs without applying online. I’ve made a name for myself as a “LinkedIn Top 10 Voice” to follow in job search and career, and I’m recognized for having one of the top career-coaching programs. But, as you’ll learn in this episode, we are whole beings, and I’ve been feeling out of alignment with myself to not support your beautiful soul with everything that relates to inside and outside of your career.Together, we’ll go on a journey of how you can come back to your whole self – your true authentic self, the self that loves and approves of yourself – no matter what you have on the exterior or what others say or think.And to begin, I have a practical exercise called the Wheel of Life to get you started on your journey.Listen in as we uncover the following topics:00:00 Welcome to the Journey: Discovering Your Why
00:41 Introducing Cultivate Your Joyful Life
01:33 The Personal Story Behind the Podcast
02:11 Transitioning from Career Coach to Life Coach
03:16 The Essence of Cultivating a Joyful Life
08:13 Unveiling the Wheel of Life: A Guide to Fulfillment
09:46 Your First Actionable Exercise: The Wheel of Life
11:47 Gratitude and Next StepsThanks for joining me on this first episode of the Cultivate Your Joyful Life podcast. I’m here to encourage you to be the most bold and courageous version of YOU – so that you can create a life you love, on your own terms!LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES NEXTHow to Have fun as an Adult (April 2024)How to Find Your Life Purpose w/ Rachel East (April 2024)
LINKSLeave a comment on this episode’s blog postNeed help landing a dream job? Check out my How to Land a Dream Job masterclassVisit the CultiVitae websiteFollow me on Instagram
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Cultivate Your Joyful Life - 002. How To Have Fun As An Adult

002. How To Have Fun As An Adult

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04/15/24 • 16 min

Do you have a hard time making space in your life to have fun? Are adults even allowed to have fun – in the sense of just allowing yourself to be present? Do you only do what feels productive?In this episode, I'm going to teach you some easy tips and share ways that I have added more fun into my own life, because we all deserve to INTENTIONALLY experience fun and be present in the moment!Maybe you feel like your habits are hardwired for survival. Or perhaps your family was working all the time, so you never saw what it was like to see an adult model how to have fun.I don't remember seeing my parents having fun. I remember how hard they worked. It wasn’t until recently, as an adult, that I realized how it affected me – whether that’s how I approached school, life, or work. I now know that it's critical to allow myself to have fun – as an adult. You DESERVE to have moments where you have fun for the sake of pure enjoyment, and I’m here to encourage you! You’ll learn about reflecting on the things, the moments, and the experiences that bring you pure bliss and joy. You can try out a new hobby or interest. You can reframe what you define as “work.” Plus, if you're already mastering having fun as an adult, I'm going to challenge you to take it to the next level.Listen in as we uncover the following topics:00:00 The Serious Side of Life: Recognizing the Need for Fun
02:38 Rediscovering Joy: Embracing Hobbies and Interests
07:57 Finding Fun in the Present: Practical Tips for Enjoyment
09:30 Embracing New Hobbies and the Importance of Play
12:23 Savoring Fun and Cultivating Gratitude
13:41 Overcoming Struggles and Finding Simple Joys
15:22 Wrapping Up: Encouragement and Next StepsWhen you do something that allows you to nourish your soul, reduce your stress, get back into creativity, and inspires you...adding in more fun becomes an intentional step in allowing yourself to enjoy life more. Thanks for joining me on this first episode of the Cultivate Your Joyful Life podcast. I’m here to encourage you to be the most bold and courageous version of YOU – so that you can create a life you love, on your own terms!LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES NEXTIntroduction & Wheel of Life(April 2024)How to Find Your Life Purpose w/ Rachel East (April 2024)
LINKSLeave a comment on this episode’s blog postNeed help landing a dream job? Check out my How to Land a Dream Job masterclassVisit the CultiVitae websiteFollow me on Instagram
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Cultivate Your Joyful Life - 003. How to Find Your Life Purpose w/ Rachel East
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04/15/24 • 61 min

I’m so excited to have Rachel East of Clarity On Fire as my special guest and to answer your questions about finding your life purpose.If you’ve been tying your life purpose to career – you’re missing out on more than half the equation! Listen on as we explore the pitfalls of tying your joy and purpose to external factors like a career. We also discuss the difference between purpose and passion, what purpose is and isn’t, and how to create a purposeful life today.Finding your purpose starts with realizing what you have been conditioned to believe about yourself. It’s only when we can start deprogramming those thoughts that you can emerge as your true, authentic best selves.And really, life purpose may not be so much about accomplishing goals X, Y, and Z, as it is just simply being excited about living the human experience. So please join us in this episode as we cover the following topics:00:00 Welcome to the Podcast: Unveiling Life’s Purpose with Rachel East
01:24 Introducing Rachel East: The Journey to Clarity on Fire
06:09 The Essence of Passion and Purpose: A Deep Dive
14:16 Unraveling the True Meaning of Purpose
22:03 Exploring Passion vs. Purpose: Insights and Reflections
27:47 Finding Your Purpose: Strategies and Controversies
30:59 Exploring the New Age of Success Beyond Traditional Careers
31:45 Redefining Success: From Immigrant Dreams to Modern Realities
32:24 The Evolving Nature of Purpose and How to Stay Aligned
34:32 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Embracing Change
36:56 Spiritual Perspectives on Purpose and Human Experience
38:52 Navigating the Tension Between Masculine and Feminine Energies in Society
42:11 Finding Balance: The Interplay of Doing and Being in Pursuit of Purpose
43:29 Personal Stories of Purpose, Identity, and Legacy
51:59 Embracing Life’s Challenges with Acceptance and Joy
56:38 Final Thoughts and Resources for Further ExplorationMORE ABOUT RACHEL EASTRachel East is one half of the duo over at Clarity on Fire, a life and career coaching site (and podcast!) that serves up inspiration and down-to-earth wisdom to people who know what they don’t want in work and in life, but have no idea what they’d rather be doing. Rachel and her bff Kristen are the creators of The Passion Profile Quiz, a free online resource which has helped more than 500,000 people pinpoint the intersection between their passion and career. Their work has been featured online at major outlets like Time, Fast Company, Business Insider, and Forbes."Take the Passion Profile Quiz at clarityonfire.com/quiz and listen to Clarity on Fire wherever you get your podcasts!LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES NEXTEp. 001: Introduction & Wheel of LifeEp. 002: How to have fun as an adult
LINKSLeave a comment on this blog postWatch the FREE masterclass: How to Land Your Dream JobFollow us on InstagramCultiVitae’s Website
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Cultivate Your Joyful Life - 004. Why I Love Money

004. Why I Love Money

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04/22/24 • 25 min

This episode might trigger you as I talk about something controversial which is: why I love money. While money isn’t the most important thing on the planet, money does make life a whole lot easier as it serves as a tool and resource. I believe in achieving financial freedom and independence so you can live your fullest life in accordance with your values. Money is an amplifier that allows you to do more of what you love and be more of who you are.So if you have any money mindset challenges, I hope you enjoy this episode and know that it’s never too late to start fostering a healthy relationship with money and attracting more of it.Listen in as I talk about:00:00 Trigger Warning: Let's Talk Money02:38 Gratitude for Community Support04:08 Celebrating Life and Family in Sedona05:02 Unpacking the Love for Money05:54 Empowering Money Stories and Career Shifts12:09 Changing Your Money Mindset19:11 Exploring Financial Independence and the FIRE Movement22:52 Wrapping Up: The Power of Money Mindset24:43 Next Episode Teaser: Healthier RelationshipsLISTEN TO THESE EPISODES NEXTEp. 002: How to have fun as an adult
Ep. 003 How to Find Your Life Purpose w/ Rachel East
LINKS** This is an affiliate link and I receive a tiny commission. Thank you for supporting this podcast!
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LINKEDIN LEARNING COURSE: HOW TO NEGOTIATE YOUR JOB OFFER**The F.I.R.E. Planner Workbook Planner**The Simple Path to WealthWatch the FREE masterclass: How to Land Your Dream JobFollow us on InstagramCultiVitae’s Website
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Cultivate Your Joyful Life - 005. How To Get Over Toxic Relationships with Carla Romo
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04/29/24 • 48 min

I used to think toxic relationships were abusive or volatile. But as you’ll learn in this episode, toxic relationships can be more subtle than that.
Listen in as Carla Romo share how to handle and grow from relationships that no longer serve you. How to create healthy, interdependent relationships. How to move away from codependency and find self love and cultivate healthier connections.
A healthy relationship conversation is incomplete without discussing how to set and hold healthy boundaries, recognizing your personal needs, and looking at your part in a multi-person relationship.
Here’s a breakdown of today’s episode:
01:19 Introducing Carla Romo: Expert on Healthy Relationships
05:05 Defining and Overcoming Toxic Relationships
06:52 Carla's Personal Journey: From Toxicity to Self-Love
09:44 The Power of Intuition and Spiritual Awakening
14:43 Recognizing and Addressing Toxic Dynamics in Relationships
23:02 Empowerment Through Self-Care and Understanding Needs
25:31 Exploring Self-Love and Personal Needs
25:52 The Power of Self-Appreciation and Self-Care
26:30 Building Self-Confidence Through Self-Love
27:14 The Influence of Surrounding People on Personal Growth
28:36 Navigating Relationships and Setting Boundaries
29:11 Responding vs. Reacting in Relationships
32:15 Cultivating Healthy Relationships and Interdependence
35:27 Understanding and Implementing Boundaries for Self-Care
36:53 Regulating Your Nervous System for Emotional Well-being
41:04 Personal Growth and Overcoming Toxic Relationships
43:21 Cultivating Joy and Finding Carla Romo
MORE ABOUT CARLA ROMO
Carla Romo is an international certified dating and relationship coach who's helped close to 1,000 singles reclaim confidence and fun in dating and successfully find their person.
She's the author of Contagious Love: Break Free from Codependency for Damn Good, a speaker and former The Love Fix podcast co-host. At age 24, she hit her rock bottom when she found herself in another toxic codependent relationship and in a cycle of burnout from her TV career in Hollywood. But, this time, she got up and learned how to break free from codependency and love herself enough to choose healthy relationships.
Inspired by her self-growth journey, she turned red flags into roses. Today she helps women and men push through their BS (blind sides) so they can thrive in dating, get over breakups and make relationships everlasting.
LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES NEXT
Ep. 003 How to Find Your Life Purpose w/ Rachel East
Ep. 004 Why I love money
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Carla’s Website
- Swipe Match Spark: The Ultimate Dating App Guide
- Work with Me Dating & Relationships
- Work with Me General Life Coaching
Follow Carla on IG | TiktokRSVP to the FREE Land Your Dreamjob Masterclass
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Cultivate Your Joyful Life - 006. Believing in Yourself When Life Gets Tough w/ Suraiyah Ortiz
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05/06/24 • 83 min

Oh my goodness. Today’s episode reminds you that you can do hard things. Listen in on this raw and vulnerable story by Suraiyah, an unemployed jobseeker of 13 months and how she navigated her job search to land her dream job.You’re going to learn her remarkable lessons and wins around:Her process of getting career clarity and finding a job and claiming it, even when she got rejected online
Turning a no into a not yet and eventually a yes into the hidden job market (snagging a job before it gets posted online)
How she got through the toughest times and found resourcefulness and inner growth
The power of a loose connection and a follow up
How she went from a passive candidate to putting in the new way of job searching steps that led her into a new role, a new industry, and a higher salary than she imaginedSuraiyah’s journey is more than just a job search success story; it's a testimonial of personal growth, self-love, and the discovery that joy can be cultivated by leaning into one's self-trust. By adopting a mindset of resilience, staying true to her authentic self, and employing innovative job search strategies, she navigated her way to a fulfilling career that aligns with her values and skills.00:00 The Journey of Overcoming Job Rejection
01:10 Welcome to Cultivate Your Joyful Life02:00 Introducing Today's Inspiring Guest07:00 Soraya's Story: From Rock Bottom to Triumph16:22 Embracing Self-Discovery and Inner Growth36:56 Navigating the Job Search with New Insights46:47 Crafting a Unique Resume: A Personal Journey48:21 Leveraging Chat GPT for Smarter Job Applications51:43 Embracing Transferable Skills and Authenticity53:18 The Power of Persistence in Job Searching58:50 Navigating Rejection and Staying Resilient01:14:21 Achieving Career Clarity and Setting New GoalsMORE ABOUT SURAIYAH ORTIZ
Suraiyah Ortiz, a dynamic 'Edu-tainer,' is on a mission to revolutionize discussions on healthy sexual relationships amongst adults, particularly within BIPOC communities. With her unique blend of stand-up comedy and interactive workshops, she aims to create safe spaces for candid dialogues, while infusing interactions with lightheartedness and humor. Suraiyah wants to bring the 'sexy' back into sex education while championing inclusivity and empowerment.
LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES NEXT

Ep. 002: How to Have Fun as an Adult
Ep. 003: How to Find Your Life Purpose w/ Rachel East

Ep. 004: Why I Love Money
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Suraiyah’s LinkedIn
RSVP to the FREE Land Your Dream job Masterclass
RSVP to the Career Clarity Workshop

ChatGPT for Your Job Search Training + 99 PromptsFollow me on Instagram
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Cultivate Your Joyful Life - 007. How to Give Yourself Permission to Pivot
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05/13/24 • 44 min

Ever seek permission to make a change but are afraid? Know that you’re in a job, career, situation, or relationship past its expiration date but are having a difficult time walking away? You’ll enjoy today’s episode as I share six reasons why I had difficulty making a career pivot: attachment to identity, the sunken cost fallacy, societal 'shoulds', age concerns, lack of perceived possibilities, and fear of failure. If you’re looking for inspiration to take the first action, this message is for you. Clarity and fulfillment come to those who are brave enough to seek it out. It’s never too late to make a career pivot and if you think it is, you gotta listen now:00:00 Welcome to Cultivate Your Joyful Life00:49 Life Update: The House Hunting Journey02:41 Finding the Perfect Home: A Story of Patience and Clarity09:52 The Career Clarity Workshop: Finding Your Path11:39 Permission to Pivot: Embracing Change for a Joyful Life23:08 Discovering Authenticity and Purpose in Your Career23:59 The Power of Desire Over Duty in Career Choices24:56 Navigating Career Pivots with Subtle Changes25:56 Age Is Just a Number: Overcoming Age Barriers in Career Pivots28:42 Breaking Industry Barriers: From Financial to Entertainment32:04 Embracing a Growth Mindset for Career Success37:22 Building Confidence Through Action and Feedback39:39 Sharing Your Vision with the Right People41:19 Closing Thoughts and Resources for Career PivotsLISTEN TO THESE EPISODES NEXT
Ep. 001. Introduction and Wheel of Life
Ep. 003: How to Find Your Life Purpose w/ Rachel East
Ep. 006: Believing in Yourself When Life Gets Tough w/ Suraiyah Ortiz
LINKS
RSVP to the FREE Land Your Dream job Masterclass
RSVP to the Career Clarity WorkshopRSVP to the Happily Hired Formula WaitlistFollow me on Instagram
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Cultivate Your Joyful Life - 008. I Hate My Job but I can't Quit w/ Megan Myers
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05/20/24 • 62 min

If you’ve ever felt like you hate your job, relationship, living situation, or whatever – but you feel stuck, then you’re going to love today’s episode as Happily Hired Formula Coach Megan Myers and I have a deep conversation about what you can do to get unstuck.From practical advice broken down into a step-by-step strategy, we hope you feel empowered to make an energetic shift and commitment to what you want to do.Feeling stuck often is seen when you’ve lost your mojo which is just when you can no longer see the possibilities that reside within you and/or around you. The best part? It’s curable!ABOUT MEGAN MYERS: Megan is a licensed therapist (LCMHC) based in Asheville, NC, with a passion for guiding individuals to clarity, particularly in their careers. With a focus on trauma processing, anxiety reduction, and confidence-building, she helps clients improve their sense of self and relationships. Megan's expertise in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and EMDR supports mindfulness, emotional regulation, and effective trauma processing. Prior to founding Envision Balance Counseling & Consulting, Megan gained experience in both a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Center and in Corporate Human Resources. TIME STAMPS:
00:00 Unlocking the Path to Emotional Freedom00:25 Welcome to Cultivate Your Joyful Life01:13 Navigating Career Dissatisfaction: Insights and Solutions02:41 Introducing the Happily Hired Formula: Transform Your Career04:57 Exploring Career Clarity and Making Meaningful Changes
06:36 Deep Dive with Megan Myers: Understanding and Overcoming Stuckness
13:13 Embracing Emotional Processing: The First Step to Unstuckness
23:15 Addressing Fear and Limiting Beliefs in Career Transitions
27:08 The Power of Parts Work in Personal Growth
29:51 Exploring Emotional Parts and Moving Forward
31:07 Navigating Job Dissatisfaction and Seeking Change
34:23 Personal Anecdote: House Hunting and Acceptance
37:14 Embracing Acceptance and Making Changes
42:33 The Myth of Perfection in Jobs and Life
44:59 Acceptance and Commitment: Living in Alignment with Values
46:41 The Power of Presentness and Body Awareness
56:00 Confronting Job Search Challenges with Support
01:01:39 Final Thoughts and Workshop AnnouncementLISTEN TO THESE EPISODES NEXT
Ep. 003: How to Find Your Life Purpose w/ Rachel East
Ep. 006: Believing in Yourself When Life Gets Tough w/ Suraiyah Ortiz
Ep. 007: How to give yourself permission to pivot
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Megan Meyer’s Website: https://www.envisionbalancecounseling.com/
RSVP to the FREE Land Your Dream job Masterclass
RSVP to the Career Clarity WorkshopRSVP to the Happily Hired Formula WaitlistFollow me on Instagram
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Cultivate Your Joyful Life - 024. Letting go of Perfectionism w/ Risa August
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09/16/24 • 45 min

In this inspirational episode of 'Cultivate Your Joyful Life', life coach Emily Liou interviews Risa August, an award-winning author and gestalt practitioner, who shares her transformative journey from being a perfectionist to living a fully expressed and carefree life.
After being diagnosed with a pituitary tumor and a rare disease, Risa redefined her concept of perfection and embraced her authentic self. She now helps others navigate their own roadblocks and find inner joy. The conversation touches on the origins of perfectionism, the importance of letting go, and how small changes can lead to greater freedom and happiness.********
TIME STAMPS:

00:00 Welcome to Cultivate Your Joyful Life
00:44 Introduction to Today's Episode
04:01 Meet Rissa August: Overcoming Perfectionism
07:27 Rissa's Journey: From Diagnosis to Transformation
17:45 Emily and Rissa Discuss Perfectionism
22:40 Rissa's Healing and New Perspective
29:14 Exploring Gestalt Therapy
36:38 Rissa's Message on Joy and Perfectionism
41:50 Rissa's Hair Sparkles and Final Thoughts
45:26 Conclusion and Social Media Links********ABOUT THE GUEST:

Award-winning author, Speaker, Gestalt Practitioner, and Patient Advocate, Risa August has been living with a pituitary tumor and rare disease for over a decade. Risa shares her insights and perspectives on stage, offering words of inspiration to audiences. Additionally, Risa works one-on-one with clients, guiding them through the many roadblocks of life and toward living more fully inspired.
A girl with sparkles in her hair and once an Ironman athlete, Risa still has a passion for her bike and barbells. With her genuine curiosity and love for trying new (and old) things, you may find Risa taking Bollywood or Hip-Hop dance lessons, trying a silks aerialist or boxing class, going indoor skydiving, and guiding inspirational workshops in creativity.
Through her personal transformation, Risa has learned and practiced removing limiting beliefs, shifting her perspective, and embracing an expansive life...a life unleashed. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Get on the newsletter!Join the Cultivate Your Joyful Life Slack CommunityVisit CultiVitae’s WebsiteVisit Risa’s website EPISODES YOU MIGHT LIKE NEXT:Ep. 006: Believing in Yourself When Life Gets Tough w/ Suraiyah OrtizEp. 009. RIP #girlbossEp. 015: How to Pursue Your BIG DreamsLeave me a comment on our blog
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Cultivate Your Joyful Life currently has 28 episodes available.

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The podcast is about Personal Growth, Career Coaching, Educational, Life Coaching, Personal Development, How To, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Education, Life Advice, Business and Careers.

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The episode title '002. How To Have Fun As An Adult' is the most popular.

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The average episode length on Cultivate Your Joyful Life is 47 minutes.

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