Along the Way

When we blindly react to our children's emotions and "solve the problem" without the entire story we're teaching them to be victims! Parents need to teach their children the importance of telling the whole story and get to the bottom of a situation before reacting emotionally themselves. Affiliate Link/Code: https://glnk.io/koyv/lydia-kyl "LYDIA_KYL" Connect with Lydia:...

Forward! That's the goal!! So why are we spinning our wheels in the Dollar General parking lot and feeling like we're being torn apart at the seams by our own life? You're out of alignment. That's why. Let's talk about it! Connect with Lydia/Affiliate Links: https://bio.site/lydiakyle

Why does having an opinion about literally everything feel so dangerous? Why did we decide we need to share EVERY opinion we have with people when they didn't ask for it? In this episode we talk about why having an opinion is important and you should not be afraid to have them, but also why we should learn to exist without imposing our opinions on everyone we meet aggressively. Kier Gaines fro...

Why do millennial parents get so much flack for their kids? Specifically why their kids don't listen or respect authority? Well... Houston, I think we might actually be the problem this time. But! I could be wrong, so listen in to see if you agree or disagree with me about WHY children of younger parents are struggling. Connect with Lydia/Affiliate Links: https://bio.site/lydiakyle

Did you know an adult human has less attention span than a goldfish now? Sad, but not shocking. That said, I've come to the conclusion that our lack of attention span might be contributing to our lack of meaningful life. Connect with Lydia/Affiliate Links: https://bio.site/lydiakyle

How did No Child Left Behind result in a millennial identity crisis? Just kidding, I'm not sure it's directly connected... But, I have my suspicions! In this episode, let's talk about why millennials are job hopping, unhappy at work, and feel like their job is sucking their soul out. Connect with Lydia/Affiliate Links: https://bio.site/lydiakyle

Trust me, putting it off until tomorrow is NOT the thing to do. Changing your mindset about how long tasks take and how much more stressful life is when you push things off is a KEY life skill. This is the final episode of Season 1 of the Along the Way Podcast! Connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lydiakyle

What is it with social media and the fact that we are so willing to pop off in the comments from behind a screen? I used to do it SO OFTEN and I did it because I had a BIG EGO. But, I've seen it a lot lately and frankly we all need to learn how to keep our digital mouth SHUT!! Connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lydiakyle

Ok, so you're an impulse buyer. So what? There are responsible ways to change your financial situation without having to magically become a different person. I'm an impulse buyer who is very responsible with my money. Here are my tips for changing your brain chemistry and habits to still be "you" but not out of control with your money. Connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lydiaky...

We're a family of 5 and we still go on family vacation every year... How do we afford it? Our trick is National Parks! That said, in this episode I talk about adjusting your expectations for family travel and understanding how to properly use credit cards. Because, spoiler alert, that's NOT FREE MONEY. Connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lydiakyle

Today I'm sitting down with micro-influencer and UGC queen, Taylor Wysong, to talk about how to earn an income on social media, shake the feelings of doubt, and overcome the fear of being judged on social media. Connect with Taylor: IG- @bougiebettay TikTok- @bougiebarrelracer Connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lydiakyle

The way you speak about your spouse to other people MATTERS. This is one of the lessons I learned the hard way, and today I'm going to tell you how I saw the seed of negativity have an impact on my marriage. Trust me, the way you speak to your spouse matters and sometimes you don't even realize what you're doing is detrimental to your love life. Connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lyd...

There is a difference in equality and equity when it comes to your marriage! Are you more focussed on "apples to apples" or are you more concerned with making sure your marriage dynamic is fair? Today I'm sharing a listener inspired story about how I think EQUITY is the goal, not equality. Connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lydiakyle

I said I'd never homeschool my kids, but here I am homeschooling! But, it's a lot better than I expected and I think the reasons might surprise you. The decision to homeschool isn't an easy one, but for many of us, it's becoming the ONLY one. Homeschool resources: https://www.amazon.com/shop/ranch_wife_life/list/2RXJIS3T1I4IP?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfranch_wife_life_CTZ6TT...

In this episode I sit down with one of my oldest friends and discuss what it was like to get married and divorced at a young age. From coming to terms with a failed marriage to healing your own personal trauma along the way this episode breaks down some of the intricacies Elizabeth experienced during this season of her life. Connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lydiakyle Resources mentioned: https...

Today I'm welcoming another one of my friends to the podcast to discuss what it's like to climb the corporate ladder as a young millennial woman. Shelby Tsuji is a Director of Marketing for a large toy corporation at the young age of 30 and her career hasn't always been smooth sailing. We chat about the Barbie movie, navigating the corporate "jungle" and playing the game, and...

THIS BOOK. I could talk for HOURS about it... But, I'll keep it under 10 minutes. Today I'm excited to introduce you to Empire of the Vampire by Jay Kristoff. Connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lydiakyle

Burnout gets a bad reputation but I think that's because we don't listen to the early signs of when we need to stop, recalibrate, and adjust as necessary. Let's talk about why burnout can be a good thing! Connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lydiakyle

... I just wasn't a fan. This book was so unsettling and despite the fact that I read it in less than 24 hours it was enough to turn me off to CoHo as an author. Connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lydiakyle

Spoiler... They're not. You need to change your expectations and ADJUST! I hear it all the time when people say "having adult friends is so hard!" or "why is finding grown up friends impossible?!" but I'm here to tell you it's not as bad as you think. Connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lydiakyle

Is this my first negative review of a book on the podcast? Maybe?! I don't know if this is negative but small town romance just isn't my vibe. That said, if anyone knows how to write a small town comedy and romance it's Lucy Score! Connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lydiakyle

We're talking about the power of outsourcing today!! Whether you're a mom, business owner, or content creator there is power in outsourcing certain tasks. My Bookkeeper: https://www.mtfaber.com My Newsletter Gal: https://www.thewildwebco.com Connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lydiakyle

Kevin Kwan knows how to write a GREAT comedy that also educates readers. Not only will these books make you giggle, they'll leave you with a new appreciation for Eastern cultures. I loved reading all three of the books in Kevin Kwan's Crazy Rich Asians trilogy and I hope you will too! Crazy Rich Asians Box Set: https://a.co/d/1vJ2poZ Connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lydiakyle

We all fight with our spouses and significant others. It just happens and it's part of being humans, but that doesn't mean we don't need to check our baggage at the door. Today we're talking about how we learned to fight in a way that honored the other person and didn't destroy our love for each other. Connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lydiakyle

Grief doesn't stop because of the holiday season and many people around us are struggling to process this grief each day. On this special bonus episode I sit down with a dear friend, Ola Bodurka Kirk, as we discuss the loss of her father and how she is handling the holidays. Connect with Lydia: https://bio.site/lydiakyle