The Progress Project

Do you ever wonder if it's possible to find more happiness in ordinary life? This week, we're talking about how to find more joy, beauty, and simplicity in the everyday. We're chatting about: Finding more joy in repeatable tasks Making your time count Looking for opportunities for inspiration Simplifying family adventures, outings, and vacations for more joy   SHOWNOTES: For a recap of the episode...

We're talking about simple habits today with our guest, Chanelle Neilson. We talked about: Doing less than you want to do when you start a new habit Making your habits convenient The range of possibilities when it comes to habits Using transitions to be present throughout your day with whatever you're working on   SHOWNOTES: For a recap of the episode and any links we mentioned in our conversation...

In this episode, we're talking about emotional alignment: the ability to feel a general sense of contentment and wellbeing through the ups and downs of life. When we're in emotional alignment, we recognize and appreciate the good and accept and process the bad without resistance. Listen in to learn: What emotional alignment looks like practically How to align yourself when you're feeling out of so...

Creating the life you want to live is all about making little daily decisions. So if we want something new or different we have to remember that we need to choose something different than we have in the past. In this episode we're talking about applying this simple but powerful concept to any goal, habit, or problem you're working on. You'll hear: Our big goal for the podcast in 2020 and what we'r...

Are you in survival mode? When life throws us off track, we often find ourselves struggling just to get through the day, let alone worry about our good habits and personal growth. You might be sick, in the middle of a big move, having a baby, or dealing with grief. In this episode, you'll learn: What to let go of when you're in survival mode Finding your minimum baseline for home & self care, pare...

Wouldn't it be nice to not feel so rushed throughout your day while still getting everything done on your to do list? In today's episode, Laura walks you through 5 simple ways you can go from feeling rushed, frantic, and busy to feeling more calm and focused WITHOUT taking anything off your to do list. You'll learn: 5 simple ways to help you get everything done that you want without a sense of urg...

In this special 100th episode we wanted to share the three most important skills we've learned from starting The Progress Project & how you can easily start applying these three skills into your own life. If you're ready to start making progress on what matters most to you then you'll love this episode! We talked about: What we mean when we say "Start Your Own Progress Project" & examples of what...

In this episode, we're talking about the idea of surrendering to outcomes. Often in our goal setting, relationships, expectations, or plans of any kind, we have a particular idea of how it "should" go and what we want the outcome to be. And when things don't go the way we hoped or planned, we can experience some really negative emotions that might be unnecessary. We talked about: The ways our expe...

In this episode, we're talking about how to navigate times of change in your life. Whether it's a change you've chosen like a new goal or opportunity -- or something you didn't ask for, like an unexpected job loss or move, we're talking about how you can not only get through this season but welcome the change and see what it has to teach you. We talked about: Accepting and surrendering to changes...

It's the end of the year so of course we've got to talk about goal setting! We don't often hear people talking about goal setting the way we use it, so today we're talking specifically about purpose-oriented goal setting. We chatted about: How to prioritize what to work on How Kristin used to have 8+ goals a year and why next year she'll only have 1 Aligning your goals with your purpose statement...

We used to think that lasting happiness was always just around the corner. If we could just figure out this problem or get this thing we wanted, then it would be smooth sailing and we'd finally be living the fulfilled life. Just like we have, you've probably found that you never actually "make it" in life, right? This idea can be discouraging but we've found that it's actually liberating. If circu...

Are you working hard on the wrong things? Are you not working hard enough on what matters most? We talk often about finding your purpose and today we're talking about using that clarity to start making progress in your life on what matters most to you. Let's make sure you're working hard on the RIGHT things. We talked about: How to cut back on the things that are keeping you from progressing What...

Today we wanted to give you a special sneak peek into our Patreon community! Every month we create a bonus episode for our $3 and $10 supporters. We try to keep them short, sweet, and action-oriented, giving you something that you can apply to your life right away. The episode we're sharing with you today is one of our favorites from this year called The 10-Minute Reset. Do you ever feel exhausted...

If you ever wish you knew what was behind the behavior of your family members or friends, today's episode is for you! We're talking with Enneagram coach, Natasha Smith all about how the Enneagram framework can help us understand ourselves better AND improve our relationships with anyone in our lives. We talked about: What the Enneagram is and how it's different than other personality tests A brief...

Have you ever heard people talk about having a purpose statement for their life or a personal mission statement that they live by? It might sound lofty to create something like that for yourself but it's actually totally doable and can be a life-changing way to start living more intentionally! In this episode, we're talking about: Why it's so essential to know your purpose What a purpose statement...

Today we're chatting all about cultivating connection with our kids with Cami Moss. We talked about: Simple ways to connect with your kids individually every day How to create trust with your kids so you can talk to them about the big things 5 ways to teach your kids virtues intentionally How to avoid accidentally teaching your child that they're responsible for your emotions (and what to say inst...

Today we're answering a listener question about how to handle all the daily decisions that lead to decision fatigue. How do we plan our days to free up mental energy for more important things? In this episode, Kristin talks about: What decision fatigue really is How to value and protect your mental energy 3 questions to assess your level of decision fatigue How to find out which decisions are drai...

Today Kristin is talking with Erin Nielson, a watercolor artist who has turned her creative hobby into a thriving business. She's sharing her perspective on how you know if you should merge your creative passion with business. We talked about: Why Erin keeps some parts of her art just for herself How to know if you're ready to start a creative business Why finding your purpose is so similar to fin...

We say it at the beginning of every episode, but we're dedicating a whole episode to it today: giving yourself plenty of grace along the way! We talked about: What grace actually means How we can accept grace from God, others, and ourselves Imagining what life might look like with more ease and acceptance The opposite of grace and how to recognize that in our lives A unique way to use mantras that...

How often have you tried to make a change in your life only to have motivation fizzle out sooner than you expected? You're left disappointed in yourself and discouraged about trying again! We have found that the secret to making change that lasts is all about your "why" behind it. When you are clear on a compelling reason WHY you want this change, you are far more likely to keep up on the hard par...

Do you ever think about how incredible it is that we all have the same basic needs and desires -- and yet we each go about creating a life that fulfills those needs and desires in completely different ways? It's so exciting to think about the reality that we can create ANY kind of life we want to live. In today's episode we chatted about: The two things we ALL want more of How to do a quick invent...

How often do you struggle making a decision? We waste so much time and mental energy either putting decisions off too long, worrying what to choose, or regretting what we've already chosen. How can we save this time and mental energy and make decisions without all the drama? We're chatting all about that in today's episode! We cover: Practicing making decisions with low stakes Considering whether...

In today's episode we're talking about how we can step confidently into whatever we choose for our lives and do what works for US. Not what works for others or what we're told is right, but what works specifically for us as individuals. We talk about: Applying this concept to any/every area of life Owning your strengths and what you're good at Being open to finding your unique path in areas you're...

If you've ever wanted to try living with a minimalist wardrobe, this episode is for you! We talk all about how we approach simplifying our closets and wearing fewer clothes. We cover: Why what you wear matters The case for simplicity with your clothes What a capsule wardrobe is and how we use it How to define your style Our best tips for planning your minimal wardrobe   SHOWNOTES: For a recap of t...

We talk a lot about having a morning routine but what about an evening routine? Evenings are a great time of day to make some intentional choices ahead of time and create a daily rhythm that helps you wind down and relax from your day. In this episode, we're talking about: 7 steps to take when creating an evening routine How to decide what you want from your evenings What to do your routines when...