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Amanda McLennan
The Creative Influencer Show a weekly Podcast talking about all things design, building, real estate and how to get your next project off the ground.
Today we are going to take a different adventure a different way for this podcast this platform, today we are going to take a different approach and start accepting some of the actions we are responsible for in our life. Our ACCOUNTABILITY which for some of us is the hardest thing we will ever do.
I create this content, these podcasts are primarily based on the actual content happening in my life at the moment and what is ultimately pulling at my heart. WHY – because I know that if it is pulling at me it likely is on someone else's heart. RIGHT? I don’t know but it means something to me … so it HAS to at some point be on someone else's agenda. You are the creator of your destination to wherever your dreams are and that means all the bad the good you need to own.RB HIGH Achiever Course SIGN UP TODAY
The 3 big dragons are DOUBT, DISCOMFORT and DISTRACTION It is the new year and this means we are not revisiting our old selves our old ways and anything that is going to prevent us from moving forward into the future with courage and aliveness. Feeling alive, and truly embracing the amazing life that you have before you is one of life's greatest victories. I want to bethe person who helps you achieve these goals, these incredible accomplishments and it starts today. It starts with taking ownership of your life, your future, and the legend before you.
Today on the podcast we are talking about Dragons the big kind that scare you off your future path, off your journey. Why? well they are big, ugly, and sometimes the scariest creatures that in our made-up world in between our ears and inside our heads. Yes these are NOT real dragons but rather the ones thatlive in our minds and prevent us from achieving the greatest because we are fearful of the power that we think they MIGHT possess.
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Hey FRIENDS! Its the beginning of 2024 - and this PODCAST just made it to EPISODE 100 ✌🏻
These next 30 days are like a time warp, most people don’t have school,some don’t have work and its all just a big holiday blur. These next 30 daysare basically extra days. All the New Years motivation and 14 extra days to work when no one else is.
It’s a cheat code and a life hack
Whatever good habits you have set for 2024 start them right now The New Year is here. TODAY!!
Now get to work
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Alright your girl Amanda here just living her best life and I told you that this was coming, this was happening and Iam sooo freaking excited to share this with you. Early this year my girl Kelly hopped onto the podcast to explain all about her super cool life in Paracas, Peru. I highly recommend you go back and take a listen you can catch me and Kelly chatting on EPOSIDE 80. During this episode Kelly explains on how she ended up living in Peru her amazing community and rental properties that she offers through her business. Ok soooo I finally did it I booked a ticket to Peru and Im going to explain and share and provide hopefully some incredible details on how you need to make Peru your next bucket list trip. So lets get started and go way far south into south America where some of the best communities in the world are.
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Ok, my lovely humans here we go another week and another goal, and today I thought it would be super interesting and beneficial if we chatted about meal prepping, avoiding sugar, and thinking more about protein especially when you are hungry.Ok, so warning I am not a nutrition expert nor do I hold any degrees in meal planning but what I can share with you is my approach to fitness and putting good quality food into your body.
In this episode I will discuss my take on key essential pieces that I find help me stay on track and accountable. Meal preparation and lowering the sugar amounts that I am consuming.
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We are chatting today about setting 2024 Challenges, getting out of our comfort zone, and how to finish the year stronger than ever! This is my love language people, this is my jam, my zone and I am here for you as your accountability coach cheering you on louder than ever! This is going to be your year, this is going to be your time to shine brighter than ever and fully live. I cannot wait to dive into this episode and get started on what I think is going to be my favourite episode EVER, so go get your turn it up, and lets dive in.
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Ok, my beautiful humans, I hope the world is kind and abundant to you during this season. You know I have been thinking about so many things over the past couple of weeks and how I want to be as a person moving forward into 2024. One of the many things that comes to me is the reflection of my friendships and how incredibly blessed I am to have my friends in my life. Friendship is one of the major key successes I have had in my life and I would like to take a moment to thank the constant people, who are my rocks, that show up not only for themselves but for me. IAM SO grateful and for that I am blessed.
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You know what the holidays are one of the craziest times of the year and we often forget what the real meaning of Christmas and the Holidays are. I see it more than ever this season, families stressing about the gifts, the food, the family gatherings and you know what it doesn’t mean anything. All that stuff doesn’t mean a freaking thing, what is important is your community your surroundings, and the humans that you call friends or family. I use that loosely because it doesn’t mean anything either way.
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Today Iam sharing my advice on how to raise good humans and encourage kids to push through and do the hard stuff!
8 Things I teach my kids
1- Do your best
2- Don’t walk away from something that youwill regret tomorrow
3- Eat your greens
4- Respect your mentors, coaches and moreimportantly your elders
5- Find value in experiences not inmaterialistic things
6- Taking care of yourself, your belongings,and your general area is not a chore it is a life skill knowledge on that will make you a better person
7- Read more books
8- Know that you are loved and no matter theworld needs your version of you
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Ok, so we are here today, chatting about what I think could be one of the most beneficial conversations, that most of us need to have or heck maybe already do have! I know we all need to dial this in for the holidays, which can be one of the most joyful times of the year, but also one of the MOST stressful.
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Hey guys and welcome to the Creative Influencer Podcast, this show is where I chat about everything exciting to me and well what I must share with you. So, I have always been interested in the off-the-chart woo hoo stuff, ok and let’s unpack that – anything to do with a good old manifestation I am down for. I grew up on the other side of the ocean in Scotland where history, mist and castles are abundant combine that with some full moons, the ocean air and candles and well it’s a vibe.
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You know no matter the day the struggle the lessons. Remember that it is always a choice, even on the hardest days to show up and become a better version of yourself than yesterday. I just thought that you should know that … Know that you are loved and I am cheering you on!
It is within those moments that an athlete's mindset is born. Perseverance without recognition is not success, you must be able to control the fails and the wins the highs and the lows. You must be a little crazy, a little insane to keep showing up time and time again, trying, failing, trying, failing, and on and on and on again just to gain 1 more inch, one more lap, 5 more pounds, just a few seconds faster. And you are doing this all the while when most of your friends and family are at home, sometimes questioning your choices of why you would want to do this to this level and not even understanding one little bit of why your fire keeps you up at night.
Those switches, those flips of dialing in deeply to overcome the difficulty are extremely beneficial if you can dial them in and become a master of your own mind.
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Have you ever heard a friend say hey .. maybe it's not a friend, but your sister, mother, cousin, neighbour, or even maybe YOU!
- I am not good enough yet
- I don't have the right equipment yet
- I am not fit enough yet
- I haven’t saved enough yet
- I'm not qualified yet
Not tall, short, small, big, ready, OMG these are all crazy things toprevent you from doing the work. YOU ARE ready, the problem is YOU! and NOT all the other stuff you keep on making excuses for.
You don’t need to have fancy equipment and courses and degrees and all the stuff, what you need is inside of your determination and lots and lots of hard work. Ok and some grit and perseverance and some big old courage. So many people will never live their lives to their full potential, I’m going to repeatthat for the people in the back: So many of us will not live our lives to our full potential.
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OK so let’s chat Full Moon ladies and gents – with a dash of Witches because why the heck not it's that time of the year.
I can assure you that I have no formal training in anything of anything really – I am just a curious human of the world. But let's dial it back for the moment and talk a little history a little magic… oh and a little bit of witch talk?
It is after all the month of the time where apparently all Hallows Eve has the thinnest dimension or layer to the otherworld if you believe? Magic has been spoken of for thousands of years and for me was a critical part of my childhood, growing up in Scotland well let's just say the whole nation believes in a mythic creatureor monster your pick that lives in a loch (a loch is just a Scottish word for Lake) and so this monster or Nessie rather known as is. Has been marketed and embraced by the Scottish Tourism Board. So you… I would say my bloodline runs pretty deep in magic. Actually, if we want to get technical apparently my Granny was awitch who read tea leaves .. so there ya go! BIO
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This is an episode split into a two part podcast we are dialing in on my takeaways from manipulation, gas lighting and how to life being 'life dick' free. Hey .. Iam never not honest 100000% on here:
WORDS OF AFFIRMATION
Here are the words and I will post them in episode notes for you to write them down, heck I have them on the girl's bathroom mirror as a reminder of their power.
Iam smart
Iam beautiful
Iam kind
Iam confident
Iam strong
Iam powerful
Iam enough
And I can do hardthings !
Guys, I do not have a lot of time for BS in my life, I am 42 years old and I have been to the mother-fing trenches and back I can assure you that those gates of darkness are not pleasant. Over the past few years, I have been very focused on dialing it in on the strict policy of if it is not a hell ya it is a hell no. I don’t have time for other people’s lack of respect for boundaries and constant acceptance of responsibility for their own BS. Like get it together people.
Iam sassy, bold, and confident and I own my stuff the good the bad, and the ugly. No exceptions What I am here today to talk about is being an absolute life dick. Sorry warning here but I am all hyped up from ahh just this thing tugging on my community, my heart, and my sleeve and we are going to chat about it.
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This is an episode split into a two part podcast we are dialing in on my takeaways from manipulation, gas lighting and how to life being 'life dick' free. Hey .. Iam never not honest 100000% on here:
WORDS OF AFFIRMATION
Here are the words and I will post them in episode notes for you to write them down, heck I have them on the girl's bathroom mirror as a reminder of their power.
Iam smart
Iam beautiful
Iam kind
Iam confident
Iam strong
Iam powerful
Iam enough
And I can do hardthings !
Guys, I do not have a lot of time for BS in my life, I am 42 years old and I have been to the mother-fing trenches and back I can assure you that those gates of darkness are not pleasant. Over the past few years, I have been very focused on dialing it in on the strict policy of if it is not a hell ya it is a hell no. I don’t have time for other people’s lack of respect for boundaries and constant acceptance of responsibility for their own BS. Like get it together people.
Iam sassy, bold, and confident and I own my stuff the good the bad, and the ugly. No exceptions What I am here today to talk about is being an absolute life dick. Sorry warning here but I am all hyped up from ahh just this thing tugging on my community, my heart, and my sleeve and we are going to chat about it.
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Ok .. I've actually been dying to talk about this topic for months, but finally got around to recording it. Chatting dating, starting life again over in a relationship, and why it’s so incredibly important to remain strong and not settle for anything less than what you deserve. Online dating can pose to be one of the most challenging things to navigate and it often feels like defeat more often than victory. I don’t know what the future holds for me, but what I do know is that I would rather be happy and single than in a relationship with someone wishing I was single. Cheers to the crazy life, the unknown and the many new life lessons for me in the future.
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Conquer the World
Conquer the world and what does it mean? Well Im here to explain the mission, the history, why I reference CONQUER THE WORLD, and what is on the horizon for 2024. Grit and perseverance has been my motivational keywords in order to get to the other side of hard ... so let's dive in and talk about what is next for my CTW mission and becoming a mental toughness advocate.
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Hey, its your girl A here again chatting about how to really dial in and conquer those to-do lists. I'm not talking about the get the groceries done but rather the big epic life events you keep placing on the back burner. Hey is the secret sauce, you have to dig deep and get uncomfortable with being uncomfortable.
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"The biggest regret you will ever have in life is not living the life you were intended for" It is time to level up hard - Your Girl A
If the drama in your life is bigger than your goals we need to talk about it! Stop chasing the drama and start chasing your dreams. Don’t underestimate the level of your dreams aim for the stars and make this last quarter count before we send it off and welcome 2024!
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WARNING! This episode is getting UP CLOSE and personal on my journey to Snowbasin in Utah where I challenged myself to climb 29,029 feet in less than 36 hrs. Guys you know me and I DONT hold anything back, so if you want to hear my story and what it took to conquer this mountain with all the vomit buckets in all, this is an episode that you dont want to miss out on.
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How do you get to Everest? You manifest hard at the beginning of the year, dream big, push yourself where you thought that it might not be possible, and put everything you got into it! Today I'm sharing all the deets on the podcast of how I came to UT, traveled to Snowbasin, and climbed Everest!
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“Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, vision cleared, ambition inspired, and success achieved.”
―Helen Keller
Have you ever wanted to travel the unknown? Its pretty much my daily dream!
My CrossFit and new BFF Kelly explaining living life in Peru with the wind behind your back and getting out of your comfort zone.
If you have ever wanted to travel to South America and spend some time in Peru this is the Podcast for you!
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Its one of my favourite humans on the planet, sharing advice and her perspective through this crazy world.
I love being a mom and I love chatting with Campbell on all different topics - tune in for our little mom and bestie
This week we are finally releasing my chat with Wakeboarding QUEEN Kelsey Chiappa, we got to chat about life and making the most of what you got in your pantry. Living life to the fullest even on the hardest days and coming back stronger than ever after injuries.
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First let's just take a moment to say thank you, thank you for here listening to this podcast and its growth. It was always a huge goal of mine to be able to create a platform that allows listeners to take a glimpse into my world, why because I have so many freaking people ask me about the how-tos in life. But I want to make it very clear is not perfect, my life and my growth are not linear. Some days are amazing and positive and filled with ah-ha moments and other days it’s a I can't even imagine getting out of bed for the day.
Today I am dishing my life, how I find my happiness and how I find my inner warrior - love A
On the podcast, I am catching up on everything this season and gosh I’m excited, this next chapter of me is going to be so good and I've finally come to understand that sometimes the universe just aligns things for us even when we we can't see it. Loving yourself, and making sure that you are loved is soimportant!
9 Life Hacks you need to start doing now to create a better version of yourself in the next 6 months
1. Wake up at 5 am
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Write down your thoughts every day
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Learn a new skill every day
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Spend 1 hour a day exercising
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Sit in silence and meditate everyday for 10 mins
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Create a proper sleep schedule
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Take a walk in nature every single day
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Read more and Read every single day
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Drink more water
This is the podcast that you want to catch to take on the hard, sharing my personal hardships over the past 18 months and pushing beyond my discomfort. WARNING: I’m getting all teared up .. it’s a hard chat on losing someone. My new personal highlights creating Conquering the World and What is Means to me. Let’s not play from the sidelines, let's get in the arena, let’s get gritty, and avoid the cheap seats.
Comfort is not where you grow. And building an exceptional version of you it not built from your house, you gotta get out and start networking, challenging yourself and surrounding yourself with people that are doing epic stuff.
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Do you ever wonder what it takes to run a business, in particular, a badass CrossFit gym, and promote healthy eating for your community? Owner and totally girl crush inspiration Haliee Thomson explains what it takes to run a business and lead a community promoting healthy living and pushing your boundaries to get to those goals!
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On the Podcast, we have celebrity CHEF Charmaine Broughton and we are dishing all the feels on pushing through the hard and what it takes to be exceptional in today's world. Grab some notes and get ready to get inspired!
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The average person is spending over ONE HOUR on social media per day, just consuming (not creating)...
PLUS another 2-3 hours watching television.
FOUR HOURS on average, GONE. Every day.
Let's do the math here...
4 hours times 7 days per week = 28HRS per week.
That's basically a part-time job...
It's literally 3.5 EIGHT HOUR WORKDAYS lost per week,
So when people say, "I don't have time...."
Hmm.
Still, I know, maybe social media or tv isn't your issue.
But what if you lose a few hours per day because of DISTRACTION, lack of GOALS, no PLAN, and not enough discipline and drive? Maybe you're just meandering without an agenda.
Hey!! Do you ever wonder what the deal is with all the social media platforms available? do you ever think Tic Tok is going to take over the world? (just kidding) Talented branding photographer Nat Caron is dishing all her tips, ideas, and updates on getting comfortable in front of the camera and on social media. If you are a business, or influencer or just want to know how to grow then this episode is a MUST listen.
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Because the ultimate expression of self-love is stepping out of a status quo that no longer serves you.
It’s protecting your peace, your time, and this one life you have to live.
It’s putting your time, smarts, and creativity toward building an empire that benefits YOU, your community, and the values you hold near and dear.
Love is the sweetest thing and when your heart is filled with love it is the most magical feeling ever! The month of February is filled with so many colours of pink, red, and heart shapes everywhere that it makes me think about the sheer happiness of love all the time. Whether you are already in an amazing relationship or are still looking for that perfect partner, these love affirmations will help you clarify what exactly you are trying to attract into your life.
May the cupid’s arrow strike your next love so deeply that you think it’s a blissful dream. Ahh, I love LOVE!!
Hope you love these beautiful affirmations xx
Hello, my little love bugs! It's February and blam January left us so freaking quick, what a month what a whirlwind. Honestly, 2023 has been such a great start such a big year, and I am here for it!
Ok, let me dish the dirt on why online dating is NOT for me here’s to the many books I'll read, new countries I'll explore, and gym videos I'll make in replacement of wasting countless hours online dating. Stay fierce queens X
By recognizing another person’s love language, you can act in ways that they will feel loved, or you can better understand their actions as acts of love. You can also better understand your own needs.
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If you know me then you know I am a sucker for a great quote, motivational speech, affirmation, and any type of hype-up music that makes me feel Beyonce vibes. I love love love this affirmation and I have been using it every single morning when I wake up as part of my morning routine, it speaks to me and the values for my season here in 2023. I’m all warrior, LFG vibes because my time, my energy, and my focus are precious so .. let’s get dialed in.
You want to know something important that no one will ever likely tell you in business, your time is the most precious item you own. And therefore, it will likely be the most valuable item in your artillery to help you execute any project big or small. You need to get really clear on how much time you have within a 1-year period and just really how precious it is. Years ago I got really deep in calendar audits for myself and started tracking everything that I do on a daily, and when I say everything I mean it. From client meetings, kid drop-offs, vacations, work travel, this podcast, and staff meetings – I put everything into my calendar.
Ok, so many people ask me about my personal development journey my coaches, and who I have in my corner pushing me forward and allowing me to set a new standard for goals and big dreams. My coach and team over the past few years have been huge game changers for achieving big results. Brendon Burchard is a trail setter in personal development and setting standards for a high-performance life. I just finished re-reading his High-Performance Book and if you haven’t read this already, it is highly recommended especially if you are a business owner and or in any type of leadership role. I wanted to read a few paragraphs of the book and talk about the 6 high-performance habits you need to establish to achieve incredible results.
I talk a lot about personal development and making hard decisions because you know what, it’s the hard that makes you incredible. So if you want to conquer some big ass goal, some big ass challenge great, pull up a seat, grab some tea, and coffee, and let's dive in. I think that being a leader in any role is a very challenging position, sometimes I get it right and other times I don’t. I always try to show up and do better for tomorrow being a mom, a business owner, being a community leader is freaking hard and most days it is also the most rewarding and satisfying job on the planet. I wouldn’t change 1 year of hard for easy any day.
I was recently reading about what diet and nutrition do for our bodies and I found this SO freaking interesting especially as so many of us have those New Year's resolutions and goals on task.
Hey guys and welcome to the podcast, I thought that it would be good to catch everyone up on what’s happening at RB, new launches, and my life cause it’s the start of a new session, year and it is going to be such a fire year and well I’m just excited YALL to share the deets!
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This has been such a huge crazy goal for me to be able to speak and get on stage in front of people and teach everything that has helped me reach life-changing success over the past while. I am so passionate about so many things in life and showing people what they have the potential to achieve is huge. You are here and I am so excited and beyond grateful for the support the fact that people get me still makes me giggle every single day.
So first off, posting on social media – one word to describe it for me AWKWARD and IAM constantly thinking my god who in the world wants to see a picture of me, and who wants to see a picture of my projects, enter MS self-doubt. I don’t think miss doubt is annoying and constantly in the background telling me all the shit that makes no sense .. well actually she speaks with my ego and they both are a pain in the ass it’s a battle.
Hey, for those of you who are tunning back in, thank you, thank you and I cannot wait for this year this new season for some amazing content. And for those of you who are new around here, I am Amanda and just wrapped up the hardest year so far of my life.
Ok first let me start my saying that if you have a goal or goals for this year, you are a boss and if you don’t that’s ok … lets start by challenging yourself to begin with one! I’m obsessed with goals, manifesting, and doing the hard stuff to become a better version of yourself.
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If you follow me closely then you know that I am obsessed with quotes and living in harmony with your words which I believe manifest into reality. The mountain that was on my path to climb over this past year was the biggest one yet and the obstacles were some of the hardest I have had to overcome. It is so freaking hard to stay on track with life’s dumpster fire burning in the background, it is so frustrating when things are repeatedly thrown at you, and some days feel like you are heading 100 miles per hour in reverse. You matter, your life matters, you are here for a reason, and you need to understand that YOU and only you control the driver’s seat. Please know that you have a purpose, please know that you are loved, and please know that no matter in the darkest place there is always light and hardship is not forever it is only a lesson for growth and you can take that as an opportunity to stretch and transform into a version of you that will be more epic than ever before.
This show was a goal for many years for me it was a dream that almost didn’t even happen. If I look back on the past 12 months and reflect on what I was able to achieve there are some things that I don’t understand how it was even possible. These goals, dreams, and huge plans I have always had inside of me and most of the time they just sat there protected by my own setbacks.
We all need more joy, hope, magic, and deep connection and as I sit here recording this in a snowstorm I am reminded of the simple things that bring so much happiness to me.
The best way to spread Christmas cheer is to sing loud for all to hear – Buddy the Elf
Ahh, it is the week before Christmas and it is absolute madness in my house, from scheduling concerts, and Christmas presents and just trying to hold the mom ship together. You would think that I would be the person you would turn to for advice on organization and Christmas packaging in all its Pinterest glory, and on my retail business side, that is 100% yes! But I am dishing the dirt and getting real honest .. I'm with ya in the Christmas cracker fire - but here goes for tips for holding it together for the holidays 🎄
Four steps to Intention is the process of connecting with your natural self!
Stage 1 - Discipline
Stage 2 - Wisdom
Stage 3 - Love
Stage 4 - Surrender
This episode full disclosure .. It WEW WEW … and I’m warning you now, spirits energy, power, and light shows take it with a grain of salt, and if anything walks away more informed than what you were prior to the low down.
You can live the life that you were created to I promise you that, you just need to get focused, It’s a full moon tonight and that means you get to release and manifest all your goals!
The full moon tonight is known as the Cold Moon and since the eclipse season is over as of the start of this lunar cycle that means Moon magic and manifestation practices are back on the table. Because this is the last full moon of the year, it’s a wonderful time to do a release-focused ritual to help you let go of any baggage, resentments, or unnecessary distractions that have built up in your life during the course of 2022.
Some people have described my new take on stuff as living a “full life”. Sure, ok maybe that’s the case, but I would argue back – shouldn’t everyone be living that way? See the thing is that this gal Amanda (and you can ask my friends back in the day) I was always full of adventure, always ready for a new project, travel, or anything that sets a fire in your soul.
If you didn’t catch the last episode of the Podcast, I was talking a lot about complaining and how that can be very contagious in an environment that DOESN’T breed success. So I thought that we need to have some affirmations planned for success .. on accountability which is the complaint’s worst annoying cousin!
I hope that you can repeat these affirmations as much as I do to help you build some great foundations to start the new year off right. Stay accountable RB tribe x
See the thing is … complaining is the avoidance of the task and your mind’s way of justification of fear by bringing in the train from excuseville. Yup another train analogy so on fire this week guys
Avoidance is just your mind’s way of processing FEAR; in fear, there is ZERO growth. You must be willing to fail in order to grow. Period FULL STOP
I have mentioned this a bunch of times I love this quote by Theodore Roosevelt that I am about to read, it demonstrates grit, and I could relate any deeper! We see this quote a lot in games, especially for any of you sports parents out there. . I think often about what mindset good old Teddy would have been in to write this, these words broken apart mean nothing but strung together it brings life, fights, and true grit and determination which speaks to me. Brene Brown is one of my favourite authors and has written an entire book based around this quote … I hope that speaks to you and ignite your soul
If I hear one more person say that they are avoiding any holiday dinner and or treats, I’m going to personally come to their house and make them do burpees in front of their families.
WTF guys why is everyone avoiding the food train?
Why are we so freaking obsessed with avoidance?
Diets are NOT maintainable and let’s define a diet
A diet is a crazy-ass unrealistic plan that prevents joy … that is not where you want to be on a permanent basis. The bigger question you need to ask yourself is what are you doing the other 365 days a year?
Here is the High 5 Habit principle:
When most people enter a bathroom, they have one of three reactions related to the mirror: One, you look at your reflection and bash yourself. Two, deliberately refuse to look in the mirror. Or three, you completely tune out your reflection, completely ignoring the person staring back at you. IAM A RIGHT %
We are here to talk about your FEAR and more importantly what is the new trendy term CRINGE or Cringy. My kids use this all the time I have teenagers and pre-teens, so I think this is a cool term in their language. So let’s break it down:
The other week I read this quote don’t remember by who…
Your Fear of Being Cringe is Holding You BACK
And I don’t know why but that just stuck for me, “Your Fear of Cringe is Holding YOU Back” and you know what it absolutely is. And I’m not just speaking for myself no – this is for everyone.
Girl Power Mantra !! Every night before they go to bed I have my girls repeat these words:
Iam Smart
Iam Strong
Iam Kind
Iam Confident
Iam Powerful
Iam Enough
And I can do anything that I BELIEVE I can do!
Well if your still tuning into the PART 2 of New beginnings and Belize – then you know the reasons for my purpose. Last episode was such a big emotion and lots of feels but lets literary ‘dive’ in and get to all the details of what I did well I was living on this remote island.
The secret sauce is all about your mindset. I believe that if you shift yourself into driving forward in deep internationalism and exceptionalism, you too can achieve big goals at a high-performance level.
These episodes are quick Boss babe manifestos to set your intentions and mindset for the week – I hope you enjoy them! And remember I am your biggest fan and cheering you on! Your Coach A
3 long years ago I booked a trip a volunteer trip to be exact, that would change my world forever. Rewind to pre-covid 2019 that’s when I decided to make a bucket list. This list contained all the bucket list items that I wanted to achieve before turning 40 in 2021. So here we go my story on life in Belize volunteering and how I ended up scuba diving on a remote island, spear hunting lionfish on the Belize coral reef.
Lets get down to business as set into Fall - Friends, Financials and Failure are my must talks for the 3 FS for Fall
Ok you got me first off let’s start off by saying that the kitchen is truly the heart of the home, well at least it is with my crew anyways (insert hungry teenagers and friends). People gathering where there is food is one of my family’s favourite things to do, especially here in Muskoka in the summertime!
Episode 35 - Finding Purpose. Amen, we are getting deep here guys! But what does this all mean – finding purpose? And how do you get some of the deep … live forever vibes that make your heart sing with no regrets?
Episode 34 – and this episode is going to celebrate all the hardworking students and junior design positions that we mentor here at RB! I love being a leader .. just simply put, it makes my heart skip a beat when I can teach and mentor someone.
Lets do better, dig deeper and become better leaders.
Episode 33 – and this episode is going to celebrate all the hardworking students and junior design positions that we mentor here at RB! I love being a leader .. just simply put, it makes my heart skip a beat when I can teach and mentor someone.
Episode 32 and since this episode is landing right smack dab on the for well most of us the back-to-school week. Maybe others have returned prior to the September start – but how does your new days look balancing calendars, school drop offs, sports, and other recreational activities and oh ya the dreaded lunches? Im going to share all my household wins and losses and cheer you on as you get ready to transition into most successful ever this school year!
Episode 31 and today we are talking about the last season of the year because its coming and I hate to be the bearer of the weather channel but summer is closing out! I know ….I know…. I don’t want to admit to it either and believe me I’ll be the crazy girl still out on the lake mid fall here in Muskoka… first one in last one out title for sure. But what’s important here is that we are going to be starting a new year 2023 and if you’re in my shoes … you cannot wait 2022 cant say goodbye fast enough. But what does that mean a new year, new goals, and new opportunities … but will you be ready?
Episode 30 and today we are talking about books and which ones you should read (that I feel will change your life) HEY this is my absolute nerd alert is my book club, or better yet the books I think have changed my life that I have read). Now if you don’t know, you are about to know Iam completely obsessed with books and reading and read on average a book a week. I know crazy … and if your in the ‘median’ north American average - you are consuming about book per year. Oh my gosh guys ... we need to do better worst yet that number is more like 4 books per year that the average person reads after high school.
Books are the key to any success. PERIOD
Episode 29 and today we are talking about building permits, the process and working around the parameters of the requirements to start construction projects here in at the cottage. So if your burning minds are ready to inquire and learn then lets dive in and take a look at what it looks like to navigate through the township offices here in cottage country.
Episode 28 and today we are talking about location, location, location and how I moved from my home office in my basement to an office, then to a small retail store and then to a huge location. It’s a big girl convo so if you want to learn all the scary details of signing literally your life away … (no just kidding) but Im going to break down the pros / cons and what it means to have a commercial lease.
Episode 27 and although I have shared through this podcast my super bougee recording studio is actually my walk in closet, there is an actually an other purpose for them...... I know shocking right ? But yes its an important area and one we often team tackle here at RB for design so lets dive in and share the tips and tricks as to how we achieve some beautifully organized spaces for the home.
Episode 26 and I wanted to talk about the main event that should be on literally everyone’s radar is SLEEP and how to get more of it and why its so freaking important for the quality of your life!
Episode 25 and I'm giving you my top picks for Muskoka’s things to do for the summer season! First off its crazy that summer is just flying by … and I mean flying by ! Its almost the half way point and although that makes me slightly sadden I have vowed to take in every single second of what is turning into one of my best summers yet!
Visit us online - www.rbfurnitureshop.com
Episode 24, What is custom upholstery? What is the deal? What is all the chat about custom? What does is actually mean? I'm here to give you all the answers and let you know what's new at RB and how you need to place your next custom order through our store!
For all new orders -contact our sales team - sales@rbfurnitureshop.com / T. 705.765.7796
Episode 23 Being an Entrepreneur and balancing Mom Life! This is a personal one and fits … into the real world. How the heck do women create businesses have kids, stay humble and do it all? Here is what I do and where Im heading for some goals for the next year.
Visit our store online - amanda@rbfurnitureshop.com
Episode 21 on the Creative Influencer Show and today we are talking about what a renovation checklist looks like! So grab pens, pencils, paper. Heck even some post it notes to write down some notes and inspiration for your next project and organize yourself with a detailed checklist.
Visit our store online - www.rbfurnitureshop.com
Episode 20 on the Creative Influencer Show and today we are talking about my favourite place in the whole wide world outside of my design life – CROSSFIT and Trying to Push Out HARD GOALS
Episode 19 on the Creative Influencer Show and today we are talking Hiring RB as Your Designer! Super exciting and a detailed checklist to help your project kick off to the right start this year.
Looking for some design advice for your next project - visit us online www.rbfurnitureshop.com
Episode 18 on the Creative Influencer Show and today we are talking about my celebrity and designer crushes. This is such a great topic and I love sharing all votes on why these designers are leading full steam ahead and getting a seat at the topic table today!
Episode 17 on the Creative Influencer Show and today we are talking about my huge passion for this amazing charity event none other than “The Ride To Conquer Cancer” (along with a few others) but funding for this event is so important to me and I cant wait to tell you why.
Sponsorship - RTCC Website https://supportthepmcf.ca/ui/Ride22/pledge/sponsor/start
Participant: Amanda McLennan
Remember to be kind to one another, be inspired and LOVE your home Thank you RB Tribe !!
Episode 16 on the Creative Influencer Show and today we are talking about all the new things happening at RB and our most recent update and store makeover.
Episode 15 on the Creative Influencer Show and today we are talking about how to get your property ready for the selling season!
First off – I’m recording this episode in May and can I say that I am just so freaking proud of all of these real estate agents here in Muskoka at the moment hustling and making these properties look so darn good! Its not an easy market, its competitive, multiple offers, stressful for everyone. I see some of these agents just out there killing it with amazing photoshoots, staging and making properties their absolute best! Well done guys! Your my hero's … keep kicking butt!
Episode 14 on the Creative Influencer Show and today we are talking about pleasure and pain balance! I just finished reading this amazing book called Dopamine Nation it the book it talks about how Human beings are programmed to approach pleasure and avoid pain. It's an instinct that dates back millions of years, to a time when people needed to actively seek food, clothing and shelter every day, or risk death.
Episode 13 on the Creative Influencer Show and today we are talking about our design services – how to book and what we are working on for the future. Brand exciting new things are coming … and that is our RB Design Course. This has been a massive dream of mind over the past few years and I am constantly drawn to new teachings and opportunities to expand our clients knowledge of how to create beautiful spaces on their own.
Episode 12 on the Creative Influencer Show and today we are talking about How To Make Your Cottage Feel Farmhouse. Ok ... this style is the NUMBER 1 – repeat again RB fans and followers – its our NUMBER 1 style answered question on our designer intake for new clients. Everyone loves a great farmhouse style, so lets break that down and chat more about what makes your home feel ‘farmhouse and how do we achieve it!
Episode 11 on the Creative Influencer Show and today we are talking about Furniture and my picks on top trends for 2022. Ahh I friggin LOVE this topic and its one of my favourite things to talk about. I have been working so incredible hard to securing new lines, new suppliers and partnership with some of the most upstanding industry creators in home furnishings it just makes my heart sing!
Episode 10 on the Creative Influencer Show and today we are talking about Practicing Gratitude and How It Helps You Realize How Great Things Really Are! As you know (or if you are one of my small humans aka McLennan kid) you will know that I believe that practicing gratitude on a daily – why well because it’s a game changer for a beautiful life and who doesn’t want that.
Episode 9 - Today we are talking about “What is happening as we Jump into Spring”! I think you are going to find this episode exciting and a beautiful start to what I feel is going to be the best season ever here at RB and of course at the cottage here in Muskoka – so now matter where your listening this is going to be a great start to the season.
Visit our RB website - www.rbfurnitureshop.com
Ok so let’s dive right into this is episode 8 on the Creative Influencer Show and today we are talking about What’s Your Worth and Understanding Value!
How much do you think you are worth and lets dig deep .. so we can understand how much and what's your worth for value.
Today we are talking about Hiring Sub Trades and the important ones to keep in your contact list. This episode is a great resource for those of us struggling to figure out who to keep on speed dial for your next project and just keeping up with regular maintenance of your house.
Today we talking about Getting Real and Dealing with Struggles in business. This episode is a heavy one but so important to take a hot minute and just breathe and be honest about the past 2 years and what that looks like navigating in a new business world since the 2020 Spring lockdown.
So get ready to have your heart filled and your mind filled with some honest and real freaking moments – Lets just take a moment grab some tea, or wine and a big old box of some compassion, understanding and take some notes because you are not going to want to miss this episode!
Ok so here’s the thing kitchens are one of my favourite spots in the home and who doesn’t I mean pardon the cheesy pairing but they are literally the heart of the home - right?. Kitchens are the space where for me all of my family comes together after our busy days and schedules, they are a place of joy and laughter and sometimes the odd tear but its that one space that we are always together as a family. I don’t think it matters if you are the next inspiring chef or low key Uber eats takeout queen (or king) – it’s the gathering that matters and for me that’s what makes a home feel so special.
Episode FOUR on the Creative Influencer Show and today we are talking about Productivity and Setting Work Hours and what schedule I keep throughout the day to keep me stay on track! This is a huge PODCAST and my reason why I love love love some of my favourite personal development coaches like Rachel Hollis, Brendon Burchard and Mel Robins !!
Episode 3 on the Creative Influencer Show and today we are talking about The Biggest Furniture Show in North America – High Point Furniture Market and how our RB Design Team uses this show to build our business!
How our RB Team creates Vision boards for projects and our resources for inspiration
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Dig deep and find out how our RB Design Team finds creativity during our weekly team meets