Five Minute Life Hacks: Recent Episodes
Natalia Ambrosia
Five minutes to a happier life. For busy people who want to stay connected and connected people who want to continue to be inspired. Each episode includes a lesson that you can implement in your life TODAY to lead a happier and more connected life.
Use this quick meditation practice after each day to process the energy and emotions of the day.
In this episode we talk about what happens to the body when you travel and the reason we get insight. I also give you my best practical tip for allowing your body to get insights on a daily basis. Listen to processing meditation here. Follow me @nataliaambroisa on IG @nataliaambrosiawellness on TikTok.
As we reflect on 2022, we might feel a bit of a disconnect. While this year hasn't necessarily been bad, maybe it's even been great, something has felt eerie about it. As a collective we've had more ailments, been more stressed and more down than in previous years but why? We've been through a huge traumatic pandemic but we don't always acknowledge how it continues to affect us. Are we gaslighting ourselves? In this episode, we talk about this posssibility and how it can be affecting us as a society as well as a few tips to move past it. Listen, share, discuss, enjoy!
21 Day Meditation Challenge for Anxiety Relief
You know the benefits but you can't seem get yourself to start a consistent practice even for 5 minutes. Meditation can change your life but why does sitting still feel so hard? In this episode we talk about my journey with chronic daily anxiety and how I was able to cure it with meditation. We also talk about a few steps you can take to start meditating today.
21 Day Meditation training for Anxiety Relief
The Den Meditation
Just when you think you are feeling at peace and in flow with your wellness routine the holidays come and wreck havoc. Here are a few tips on making the most of the holidays without getting a holiday hangover.
If we don't give ourselves the love we need, how can we expect it from others? These daily Confidence Boosting Affirmations will help build self love. Do these every day for best results.
This daily 3 min confidence boosting meditation will help you feel more attractive and sexy. You can practice this at any time during the day.
Feeling yourself isn't vain because when you look good you feel good and vice versa. This episodes speaks on those sometimes lengthy periods of time when you are in a vanity funk. Natalia shares her personal confidence rut and lists the steps you can take to start feeling yourself again today! Like, share, enjoy.
The platform has changed and so has the way we use it. I get asked this question so frequently that I decided to start a conversation and also share how I use Instagram in a way that works for me to give the most inspiration and not mess with my mental health. Like, share, enjoy :)
If you've been feeling tired, sick or burnt out, you are not alone. It's a real thing and it can and does interfere with daily life but it is reversable. In this quick 5 min episode there are a few steps you can take to start feeling better.
Do you have trouble feeling happy? The last few years (even months) have been hard for everyone both socially and close to home so if you're like me and need a boost of happiness especially during troubled times then this is for you. At the end of this episode there is a quick trick you can do daily to make you feel happier instantly.
This meditation will make you happier. It is especially designed for when you are going through troubled times but anyone can take it even if you don't meditate. Take this as a one off or add it to your daily routine to build that happiness muscle.
Ecstasy? Molly? Therapy? I know what you are thinking but MDMA assisted therapy is currently being researched for treatment of PTSD with huge advancements in FDA approval set to come for the end of 2022. In this episode we talk more about what this therapy is as well as personal experience with it. Listen Share like and enjoy. Resources:Go to maps.org if you are interested in learning more about MAP's critical work and Phase 3 studies to make mDMA assisted treatment for PTSD.
Have you ever been interested in getting therapy but feel like it's not quite for you? In this episode we talk about the different types of therapy available as well as common misconceptions about therapy and four tips for starting your therapy journey. Please like, share, rate and enjoy! Resources: https://betterhelp.com/fiveminutelifehacks promo code fiveminutelifehacks offering 10% off the first month
We spend so much time doing and thinking about everything we should be doing or feeling or accomplishing and while having goals is great it's also exhausting. In this episode we take a break and give credit to where we are at this moment. If you're feeling some type of way today this is the perfect quick episode to get you feeling grounded, present and hyped!
Did you know that having a mindful morning routine not only helps set you up for the best possible day but it can also help you reach your goals faster? In this episode, we talk about the importance of a morning routine and three tips for creating your best morning routine today. Let me know how it goes! Please rate, share and enjoy!
Have you ever heard of a goddess coach? No? Well you're in luck because this 5 min ep gives you a short coaching session along with three PERSONALIZED recommendations that you can implement today! Personalized how? You'll just have to listen :) Share, rate, enjoy!
Instead of ignoring your anxiety why not have it work for you? In this episode, we talk about the purpose of anxiety and three ways to redirect your anxiety to leave you feeling calmer and understand what is actually going on. Share, rate, enjoy!
Have you always wished you could be on a permanent vacation? Do you look at other people's lives and wish you could do the things they are doing? Well then listen up. People always say to me that I live an amazing life and I'm living life to the fullest and I am. In this episode, I give you two simple tips for you to live your life like you're on vacation, whatever your circumstance is. Listen, share, rate and enjoy :)
The world is opening back up and it's super exciting but if you're like me and feeling just a little bit anxious about this brave new world then listen up. In this episode I give you three tips I've used to calm my nerves and make the most of our new found 'freedom.' Listen, rate, share :)
The sense of smell is closely linked with memory, probably more so than any of our other senses. In this episode I give you a quick trick to boost your self confidence with this natural functionality of the body.
Would you love to be able to work from paradise, save money and spend every evening and weekend like you were on vacation? Do you work from home but feel like it seems out of reach to travel from paradise. I've been working remotely for the last 5 years and I've definitely made my fair share of mistakes while doing it, but I now have it down to a tee. In this episode, break down four easy steps to work remotely from paradise and get the most out of it.
People always tell me I'm 'so lucky' and that I always 'get the things I want.' On August 4, 2020 I wrote down four specific things I wanted to attract in my life: an apartment, a nice car, an amazing partner, career clarity and by January 31, 2021 I had ALL of them. While some might call it Visualization, or Manifestation, in this episode I break down the four things I've been doing since I was a kid before I even knew what manifestation was, to get what I want.
This is the #1 piece of wisdom I learned about self-advocacy during a family crisis I experienced earlier this year and might change your or a family member's life. This is a very personal episode where I share my personal experience with self-advocacy in a short seven min. Topics covered include crisis, medical care, medical negligence and mental health. I hope that this episode inspires you to self-advocate but please note it's very short and there are still many nuances that I'm aware cannot be discussed at length.
DISCLAIMER: I do not speak at length about the flaws in mental healthcare and perception and there is still so much to say and I still have so much to learn. I understand that neuro-diversity and mental health is a complex and nuanced topic, and that neuro-discrimination and neglience are serious issues and that saneism is still a relatively new and emerging field of social justice and identity politics. Thank you for my producer @bethmcmullenlol for always helping me learn more about this topic.
Are you or a loved one going through a tough time? Then you'll want to save this 5 min episode for some practical tips on getting through a crisis. In this short 5 min episode, you'll get four steps you can implement straight away to help you get through. Please rate share and enjoy with anyone you think could use it!
Are you looking for love? Do you love yourself? Do you REALLY love yourself though? Are you trying to distract yourself by finding someone else to complete you? Well if you answered ANY of those questions then I think you will find this episode interesting. And Yes, you read that right, I discovered the key to finding love and it is actually a simple answer but it takes a lot of work. The key to finding love is making sure you love yourself first AND before you swipe away thinking 'Oh no, not another one of those posts,' I want you to think about why 'self love' is such a catchphrase right now. It's because a lot of us don't really know what it is like to really love and care for ourselves, it is a life long process but if done right will bring in a multitude of love into our lives because after all if you don't love yourself how can you expect someone else to love you? In this episode I give you a checklist you can implement today to love yourself and as a result prepare you for finding love. Listen, enjoy, share and rate :)
The female reproductive system is magical- however many of us are disconnected and have been taught to repress this amazing energy that can quite literally create life. This episode explains why this energy is so important and how using it in day to day life can make us feel more empowered and connected to those around us. Natalia gives four tips you can start using today to begin tapping into this energy. For more info: Cycle Fertility Tracking Device @kegg_Tech (buy for $199 normally $295 use code: Natalia) Sexual essence and pleasure @thelaylamartin, @juliette_allen Dance @shawnapops Free Hip Stretches fiton.app/natalia
The need to feel productive can feel overwhelming. In this quick episode, Natalia shares 4 quick tricks that have increased her productivity by 100% in just two weeks. Listen, enjoy and share.
How do Tarot Cards work? Most importantly, how can they help give you guidance? In this episode, Natalia gives a quick rundown on tarot readings and what you can expect (and not expect to learn). Hint: The tarot cards offer guidance but do not necessarily tell you your future. Tarot cards can be a theraputic tool used for gidance especially during tough times. Listen, enjoy and share & for more information: Visit biddytarot.com or for readings see @laurenkathrynwilliamson @sungodess.ashley @dollartarotclub on Instagram
Do you know what a birth chart, or Natal chart is? Did you know that your zodiac sign is more than just the month you were born in? When reading your Horoscope, your 'sign' only makes up a piece of the puzzle, there are other factors in astrology that can give you a precise look into your personality and guidance on your future. In this episode, Natalia gives us a quick crash course in basic astrology & birth charts and gives us three tips on how we can implement them into our daily life. Even if you don't believe in astrology, this episode will be an entertaining look at why people follow the zodiac. Listen, enjoy and share. To find your birth chart go to cafeastrology.com or download @costarastrology app from your app store or for a more in-depth understanding read 'The Only Astrology Book You'll Ever Need' by Joanna Martine Woolfolk.
Heartbreak is hard. It doesn't matter if you've known someone for 10 days or 10 years, if it was a simple breakup or a hard one, feelings of heartbreak can be some of the toughest and longest to move past. In this episode, Natalia talks about her own experience with heartbreak after spending 11 years with her partner and sums up the big lessons she learned during her healing journey and turns these into three tips anyone can use to start healing from any heartbreak. Listen, enjoy and share this episode with anyone who may find it useful.
Is there something you've been wanting to try but just don't know where to start? Maybe you'd like to enjoy extracurricular activities on your free time but don't know what you like? In this episode, Natalia, a self-proclaimed serial hobbyist, walks you through four easy steps to picking up a new hobby and sticking to it. Once you've finished this episode let us know if you enjoyed it!
I get asked for tips on staying in shape all the time so I summed up my five easy guidelines that I use to stay in shape. In this episode, I walk you through them and tell you how you can implement them into your own fitness journey. *This episode is meant to go hand in hand with Episode 28
Have you gained unwanted weight during the Pandemic? Do you feel out of shape? You are not alone. With this new change in lifestyle we have all had to make changes that haven't necessarily been conducive to staying in shape. The good news is that we are able to adapt and change at any time. In this episode, Natalia shares a few tips you can implement right now to get back into shape. Hint: It starts with a few words. Please like and share :)
Maybe you're burnt out or maybe you just don't feel inspired. In this shortest episode ever, Natalia tells us she is taking this week off from podcasting but leaves us with a quick little trick on dealing with burn out.
Are you feeling uninspired? Do you feel like you should be doing something more meaningful with your life? You are not alone. Although we have been adjusting to the 'new normal' we are STILL living through a global crisis. Life is not the same and it will not be for a while so how can we expect that we will be the same? In this episode, Natalia gives you a few quick tricks to get your life feeling as 'normal' as possible and most importantly how to be okay with not being your best self.
What do you do when life doesn't happen as planned? One minute you have everything planned out and then the next you get hit with something so unexpected that it forces you to head in a different direction. While these moments can sometimes feel disorienting, they can also offer the biggest opportunity for personal growth and ultimately serve as catalysts for heading in a direction that is better suited to us. In this episode, Natalia gives you a few tricks on how to deal with these moments when they come and how to use them to your advantage.
Feeling like life is a little dull at the moment? Are you finding it hard to be excited by your day life? You are not alone. Boredom is real and while it is a necessary and beneficial emotion, it can also be hard to move past it. In this episode, Natalia gives you a quick trick to help you find joy within yourself and have a more positive experience with boredom.
Being present can make a massive difference in your mood. It's something so seemingly simple but sometimes so hard to practice. In this episode, Natalia gives you a quick little trick that can make you be present and happier right now.
Because of technical issues Mercury Retrograde this episode is released on a Wednesday rather than it's normal Tuesday cadence. Mercury retrograde occurs 3-4 times per year for about three weeks and seems to bring with it a lot of issues. In this episode, Natalia gives a simple refresher on what Mercury Retrograde is and how to make it actually a good thing.
Because of technical issues Mercury Retrograde this episode is released on a Wednesday rather than it's normal Tuesday cadence. Mercury retrograde occurs 3-4 times per year for about three weeks and seems to bring with it a lot of issues. In this episode, Natalia gives a simple refresher on what Mercury Retrograde is and how to make it actually a good thing.
Does it feel like life is starting to move forward but you seem to be stuck? Do you feel slightly restless, a little bored and slightly down? Although, it seems like everything is slowly starting to open back up and quarantine restrictions seem to be lifted, we are far from 'normal.' It is important to remember that we are not quite living 'post quarantine' just yet. In this episode, Natalia tells us about her experience navigating this weird transition period and gives us a quick trick to implement if and when you are feeling stuck.
In the last two months, I've gotten the best sleep of my life. I went from getting really bad sleep to sleeping well most nights and as a result have seen massive improvements in my mood and focus. The biggest trick of all was making the decision to prioritize sleep. I know it sounds simple but oftentimes it's the most simple things we overlook. Although sleep is different for everyone, I've managed to narrow down 4 tricks that have really helped me change the way I sleep. In this episode, I'll give you a few quick tricks you can implement today to get better quality sleep.
Instagram has become a key part of the way we communicate but sometimes we need to quiet all the noise in order to really listen to what's important to ourselves and the world around us. I decided to take a 5 week break from instagram in order to declutter my head and focus on improving the quality of my focus and my sleep. As a result, I not only dramatically improved my work ethic and sleep quality by tenfold but I also even managed to reduce my anxiety levels significantly. In this episode, I'll walk you through why I decided to take a break from Instagram, how I did it, how you can do it and how it will benefit you.
If you feel overwhelmed and uncomfortable because you don't know where to start, that is okay: just start. Use that discomfort to propel you forward. Read an article and go from there, donate, sign a petition, have conversations on race with your friends and family. Ask yourself difficult questions about race and stereotypes. Start small and build up. Create a daily practice. It's these small changes that will make a big difference. If you'd like more motivation click link in bio to listen to the full episode. Here are some social accounts to follow to get you started: @blklivesmatter @shaunking @naacp @laylafsaad @rachel.cargle @ckyourpriveledge @thegreatunlearn #blacklivesmatter
Being still sounds easy right? Although it really is 'that easy' few of us take the time to do it for just that same reason: How can something so easy work? Giving our brain time to 'breathe' or consciously exist without input is a necessity that few of us put in to practice because we don't understand the benefits. In this episode, as well as giving a quick trick to find stillness, Natalia talks about the benefits of finding moments of stillness and how they have rapidly changed her life for the better.
Did you know that anxiety has a voice? Anxiety is almost always a result of thoughts crossing our mind but sometimes they are so subconscious we don't even hear or see them as thoughts and so anxiety seems to appear out of nowhere. More often than not, the thoughts are coming from an 'inner critic' telling us stories about ourselves that are often not even true. In this episode, Natalia gives a quick trick for locating your inner critic and quieting that anxiety inducing voice.
Listen to your body. Sounds simple right? You'd be surprised at how often you ignore the little things your body is telling you and how addressing these sometimes simple signs could be the key to preventing larger anxieties. Tuning into your body is a simple exercise that will increase your self awareness and improve your life on the daily. At the end of the episode Natalia gives you a quick trick for quickly tuning in to your body right now.
When was the last time you did something for no other purpose than pure enjoyment? Play has been shown to release endorphins, improve brain functionality, and stimulate creativity. In this episode, Natalia gives you a quick little trick to introduce play into your life.
Do you feel like you're not doing enough? Like you just can't seem to focus? Do you feel pressure to use more of your time productively. If so, relax, it's happening to all of us. Even though we have more 'time' at home we are still going through a global pandemic that leaves us with an under current of anxiety. In this episode, Natalia gives you a quick 5 minute trick to optimize your time during quarantine.
We're taught that having fluctuating emotions because of the period cycle is 'bad' and we should learn to 'control' them when in all actuality, getting a period is actually a wonderful gift of life. Instead of 'learning to control' our fluctuating emotions, we need learn to work with them by understanding that the different phases can benefit our life and work in different ways. Even if you don't get a period, but know someone who does, having this type of insight can help you understand and work with those around you. In this episode, Natalia gives you a quick little trick to use the period cycle to your advantage.
You know that feeling when something is just not working? As hard as you try it just doesn't seem to work? Then other times it just feels like everything is just falling in to place. That is FLOW. Being in flow with yourself and the universe makes everything feel like it's meant to be. In this episode, Natalia gives you a quick trick to finding your flow and living a happier more connected life.
We are all a little anxious right now and it's not just because of Covid-19, it's the uncertainty that surrounds our future. When will we return to normal life? Will it be normal life? What will happen to my work? My family? Not knowing can make exacerbate the situation. In this episode, Natalia gives you a quick trick for reframing your mindset and giving yourself certainty in a time of uncertainty. Please share with your friends :)
Now more than ever we are being asked to look inward to find out more about who we are, what we like and who we want to be in the future. In this episode, Natalia summarizes the life lessons she learned from an interview with JLO on what keeps her feeling & appearing youthful. She also gives two quick tips to reframe your life in order to feel more youthful.
Believe it or not boredom is a very important human emotion because it pushes us to DO. However with the availability of the internet and social media many of have not had to experience it until now. In this episode, Natalia talks about the importance of boredom, how it can help us and one easy trick she learned from professor Cal Newport to sit with boredom in order to have a more fulfilling life.
The world is upside down right now and we are being forced to isolate ourselves and look inward. In this episode, Natalia sheds a different light on the social effects of Corona Virus and how we can use isolation and distancing to our advantage.
SPECIAL EPISODE: According to Oprah finding the meaning of life actually starts with a question: What's the highest fullest expression of yourself? Only when you start to answer this question can you begin to understand what your life purpose is. In this episode, Natalia shares an exercise she learned while attending Oprah's 2020 Vision Tour that will help you get closer to answering this question. A pen, paper and time is recommended.
Visualization is a tool used to manifest and attract things you want into your life. It involves looking at your life, imagining how you want it to play out and then writing it down. This exercise helps you realize how much power you already have in determining your future. In this episode Natalia shows you how to use visualization to create the life you want in 2020.
Gratitude and happiness go hand in hand. We set goals, intentions and manifestations on a daily, weekly and yearly basis but what happens when we reach them? Often times we just move on to the next thing without stopping to acknowledge and celebrate the accomplishment. What is getting what you want if you are not going to stop to celebrate? Gratitude makes you happy because it is about acknowledging and celebrating your wins. This episode includes a quick trick you can do right now to feel more grateful and as a result happier.
Stress can be caused by so many factors and when left untreated can result in anxiety, depression, lack of sleep...the list is endless. While contributing factors and treatments can be complex, in this episode Natalia challenges you to make a list of what is really stressing you and and really dig deep and ask your self 'why' to get closer to the root of each issue.
While nothing can replace a professional therapist, talking about our feelings and ourselves has been shown to improve stress and overall life quality. In this episode Natalia talks through a quick tip you can implement right now that will make you feel more connected to yourself and your friends.
While nothing can replace a professional therapist, talking about our feelings and ourselves has been shown to improve stress and overall life quality. In this episode Natalia talks through a quick tip you can implement right now that will make you feel more connected to yourself and your friends.
Self love: the term is everywhere because it's important. If you don't love yourself then how can you expect this from others? Natalia shares a quick one minute trick to be and feel more confident and challenges you to try it today.
Welcome to the welcome episode of Five Minute Life Hacks :) Natalia Ambrosia Introduces herself. This is her very first podcast and we join her in her bedroom in Los Angeles California.
WHY DID YOU WANT TO START A PODCAST?
The idea came at the start of 2019 after a year of transitions, Natalia started searching for things to help her heal, learn and grow. She read books, articles, listened to podcasts, watched ted talks, talked to therapists and friends. She was learning so much she wanted to pass along the lessons and decided that a podcast would be the most efficient way.
WHY FIVE MINUTES? Natalia realized there were already so many amazing podcasts with similar topics but a common pain point for the friends she surveyed was that they didn’t have the time to listen. She decided she would create short episodes summarizing the lessons she learned and people could choose to do more research.
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT? Five Minute Long episodes, delivered twice per week, occasional ad hoc longer form interviews. Each episode contains actionable advice you can implement in your life today that will make your life a little better and happier. Thank you for Listening and joining me on this journey. Hit subscribe and connect with me @nataliaambrosia on Instagram.