Master Your Mind, Business, and Life

Ever had a project drag on for months because your client kept delaying? You’re not alone,  and it’s one of the most expensive lessons creative entrepreneurs learn the hard way. In this solo episode, Lauren shares the one contract clause that completely changed the way she does business, the late fee/delay clause, and the powerful advice from her mentor, Sherile, that led her to include it. She br...

What happens when you stop taking yourself so seriously and start taking your healing to heart? This week, I’m joined by the remarkable Hilary Powers, whose journey from Hollywood child actress to recovery mentor is as raw as it is redemptive. Once the voice behind Sally in the Charlie Brown cartoons, Hilary’s life took a very different turn after the cameras stopped rolling. In recovery since 198...

In this episode of Master Your Mind, Business, and Life, I’m talking about the quiet habit of comparison and how it slowly steals our joy, peace, and self-worth. This topic came up after noticing how my teen’s mindset shifted when her environment changed. It made me realize how easily we all slip into measuring our enoughness against someone else’s life. Whether it’s a friend’s new car, a coworker...

In this soulful and thought-provoking conversation, I’m joined by Lucas Handwerker, a writer, TEDx speaker, and subconscious guide, whose work explores the healing power of ritual, dreams, language, and imagination. Together, we dive deep into the subconscious mind, the hidden realm where old stories, emotions, and patterns quietly shape our lives. Lucas unpacks how subconscious blocks form, how t...

I turn 38 in 88 days, and the past four years, I’ve felt less like myself than ever. From hair loss and brain fog to weight gain and restless nights, high cortisol has been showing up in every way possible. In this episode, I get real about how it’s affected me and share the small, intentional shifts I’m using to feel at home in my own skin and mind again. I cover: Why small, daily shifts create r...

Have you ever wondered if the patterns in your life are more than coincidence? In this week’s episode, we dive into the unseen world of soul contracts, vows, and curses with spiritual coach and intuitive guide Tracy Fance. Together, we explore how agreements made at the soul level can shape your relationships, challenges, and personal growth, and how to release the ones that no longer serve you. T...

We’ve all been told to “find balance” — in parenting, in work, in relationships, in life. But what if balance is a myth that’s actually keeping you stuck in guilt and overwhelm? In this episode, Lauren shares a raw personal story about missing her daughter’s volleyball game and what it taught her about chasing balance versus choosing alignment. We’ll explore: Why “balance” is an unrealistic goal t...

Today’s episode of Master Your Mind, Business, and Life is one that I know will stir something in your heart. My guest, Svetlana Newsome, also known as The Divine Queen and The Bringer of Light, walked through profound loss that cracked her open to a whole new way of being. Her journey took her across sacred traditions and into a life of guiding others back to their own sovereignty, love, and divi...

This week on Master Your Mind, Business and Life, I’m sharing a story about how my need to control the morning routine while traveling opened my eyes to a bigger truth: control doesn’t protect us, it drains us. Inside this short episode, you’ll learn: How over-control hijacks your brain + nervous system Why control is fear-based, low-vibrational energy How release creates space for peace, clarity,...

For the past two months, I’ve been back on the mic with solo episodes. But today marks the first conversation I’m sharing since relaunching Master Your Mind, Business, and Life,  and it only felt right to have it with my longtime mentor of nearly 20 years, Mack Munro. Mack has worn many hats: retired Navy, management consultant, entrepreneur, and “Boss Builder.” These days, he’s exploring new chap...

This conversation is about the quiet hurts we often overlook, how they live in our bodies, and how we can create redemptive moments in the present. Healing doesn’t always mean erasing what happened—it can mean choosing joy as a way forward. ✨ In this episode you’ll learn: Why small “t” traumas linger just as deeply as big ones How our bodies hold onto memories our minds may forget A life mastery...

Today, we’re diving into Mel Robbins’ popular “Let Them” theory. While this concept has resonated with many, I share why it didn’t land the same way for me after reading her book. We’ll unpack both the wisdom and the potential pitfalls of this mindset. Together, we’ll explore: The heart of the “Let Them” theory and why people love it The toxic side of “letting them” that can look like avoidance or...

In this episode of Master Your Mind, Business, and Life, we explore the paradox of time: 🧠 The science of time — how our brains and physics reveal its fluid, relative nature 🌌 The spiritual perspective — wisdom traditions that remind us only the present moment is real ⏳ The paradox — how time can feel like both a thief and a teacher 🌱 A simple presence practice to help you anchor yourself in t...

In this episode of Master Your Mind, Business, and Life, Lauren Smith explores the intersection of neurodivergence and social media algorithms. She discusses how ADHD-related content flooding her feed led to reflections on her own lifelong tendencies—such as sensory sensitivities, multitasking habits, and cycles of hyperfocus and fatigue. Lauren shares why she chooses to focus on practical strateg...

Are we tired because we’re actually tired or because our brains are overloaded? Today, I’m diving into decision fatigue, what’s happening in our brain when we feel mentally drained, and why simplifying life might be exactly what we need. I share how growing up with fewer options (hello, TGIF lineup and Nintendo 64 GoldenEye nights) felt simpler, and how life today, despite its convenience, leaves...

What happens when someone chooses to see the person everyone else overlooks? This week Lauren shares the story of her daughter showing up for a classmate who is often misunderstood and what it taught her about the power of being seen. From the science behind feeling noticed to practical ways to create genuine presence in everyday life, this episode is a quiet nudge to slow down and see each other...

Have you ever heard a song and felt it in your bones? The kind that gives you goosebumps, cracks open your chest, or pulls tears from a place you didn’t know still needed healing? In this soul-stirring episode, we dive into the unseen power of music — how it moves through the body, awakens memory, and serves as a spiritual tool for healing and reclamation. From the science of frisson (those full-b...

🎙️ Episode: Notes from the Hollow: A Book, A Grief, A Becoming In this special episode, Lauren invites you behind the scenes of her most personal and powerful project yet — her new book, Notes from the Hollow. This isn’t just a book launch conversation. It’s a story about grief, reclamation, and the quiet process of becoming. Lauren shares how the book was born in the aftermath of loss, heartbreak...

Have you ever looked around at the life you’re living... full schedules, constant commitments, nonstop doing... and thought, Where did I go in all of this? In this episode of Master Your Mind, Business, and Life, we explore what it feels like to lose yourself while showing up for everyone else. From long days in the car to never-ending responsibilities, this is an honest conversation about how eas...

Have you ever had a feeling in your gut that you couldn’t explain — but you just knew? That’s intuition. And whether you trust it fully or still second-guess it, the truth is: we all have one. In this episode of Master Your Mind, Business, and Life, we explore the energy of intuition — what it feels like, how to recognize it, and ways to strengthen the quiet inner voice that always knows the way....

When relationships feel strained, whether it’s with a partner, friend, family member, or even a colleague, it’s easy to spiral into avoidance, defensiveness, or emotional overwhelm. But what if there was a grounded, practical way to move through the chaos and back into connection? In this episode of Master Your Mind, Business, and Life, Lauren shares a powerful relationship practice called “Meetin...

Ironically, it’s raining out. Which feels about right... because life has been pouring lately. In every possible way. In this unplanned, unpolished episode, I'm showing up right from the middle of the mess. No script. No perfection. Just the honest truth about what happens when you’re tired, overwhelmed, and life won’t let up… and what science says you can actually do about it. If you’ve ever felt...

What happens when the life you built with intention suddenly shifts? This week Lauren shares the story of her unexpected move from Florida to Virginia and the quiet grief that followed. From mourning an old life to embracing a new chapter, this episode is a gentle reminder that gratitude and grief can coexist. If you're navigating transition, identity shifts, or just missing a former version of yo...

After nearly four years away from the mic, I’m back! And this time, with deeper roots and softer edges. In this premiere episode of the newly evolved Master Your Mind, Business, and Life, I’m sharing the truth behind my quiet season. This wasn’t just a break. It was a sacred pause...a chapter filled with stillness, depression, identity shifts, and ultimately… a deeper presence with the people I lo...

Welcome (back) to Master Your Mind, Business, and Life! I’m Lauren Smith—Marketing Strategist, Author, Entrepreneur, and your host on this journey of life mastery. Since 2018, this show has delivered over 300 honest, soulful, and empowering episodes to help you grow personally, professionally, and spiritually. But in 2021, I hit pause, not to end the journey, but to step deeper into my own evoluti...