Have you ever looked back on your life and said, "I could never have imagined doing...." That is what my guest Yvette Padilla, author of "The Quarantine Chronicles," said to me during our podcast discussion. What's more, her unexpected event occurred due to going through the lockdown. We can never dismiss the loss that so many of us experienced. But Yvette, like so many others, found that this time of isolation was a time of rediscovery. Becoming a first-time author is only the beginning of Yvette's second act! In part two of this episode, you'll learn how she is now living out her passion. In the meantime, I asked her to give me three takeaway messages for the audience: There is always a second chance Never limit yourself to one thing When a door closes, open a window If this episode has inspired you to begin creating your second act, download the Life 2.0 Community's free resource: "Get Up & Step Out: A mini workbook to get you started on living your best Life 2.0." and "What's Your Next? Taking the first step to creating your second act." Learn more about the Life 2.0 Community and our online digital workbook- "Starting the Journey to Creating Your Second Act. A step-by-step guide to creating your best Life 2.0 at any age." Don't forget to subscribe & download the "Living Life 2.0 Podcast" on the following platforms: Apple Podcast Google Podcasts Overcast Breakers RadioPublic RSS Feed --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jacqueline-robinson5/support

You are ready to take that next step then suddenly you start doubting yourself again.  The quote by Oprah Winfrey, "I know for sure; your journey begins with a choice to get up, step out, and live fully", is what prompted this week's discussion with my guest, Diane Martinez a Certified Life & Health Coach and owner of Conscious Creating Life Coaching.  Getting out of your own way is a conscious decision you have to make at this point.  Followed by understanding that your journey includes having a vision for your life and believing what you want is possible.  So, join Linda and I as she shares tips to help you "get up, step out, and live fully".  Afterwards, download the Life 2.0 Community's free resource: "Get Up & Step Out: A mini workbook to get you started on living your best Life 2.0." Learn more about the Life 2.0 Community and our online program-"Starting the Journey to Creating Your Second Act" Don't forget to subscribe & download the "Living Life 2.0 Podcast" on the following platforms: Apple Podcast Google Podcasts Overcast Breakers RadioPublic RSS Feed --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jacqueline-robinson5/support

If you are on your journey to rediscover yourself, have the desire to live your best life and live life to the fullest, this is a must hear episode for you!  My guest is Diane Martinez, a Certified Holistic Life and Health Coach, and her company is Conscious Creating Life Coaching.  One of Diane's favorite quotes is by Howard Thurman and it is the basis for today's discussion.  Thurman's quote says "Don't ask what the world needs.  Ask what makes you come alive and go do it.  Because the world needs people who come alive."   Our discussion on "coming alive" begins first with going within.  Join us in the conversation as we touch upon: Finding our passion and trusting it by following through-taking action Giving ourselves permission to bring joy in our lives Understanding the power of awareness and paying attention to it Showing up for our authentic selves consistently towards that passion Understanding that we can have more than one passion  Ready to begin the journey to living your best life? Download our free resources: "What's Your Next?-Creating Your Second Act" and "Overcoming Limiting Thoughts" to help you in your journey to creating your best life and living a more fulfilling life. Learn more about the Life 2.0 Community and our digital workbook/journal-"Starting the Journey to Life 2.0" Don't forget to subscribe & download the "Living Life 2.0 Podcast" on the following platforms: Apple Podcast Google Podcasts Overcast Breakers RadioPublic RSS Feed --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jacqueline-robinson5/support

Just as you step out into your journey to create your second act, here comes those self-limiting thoughts.  You start to question yourself and your ability to do what you want-to rediscover yourself in order to live your best life.  And that is when having a support team becomes so important. Your support team holds you accountable, cheers you on and often sees more in you than you see in yourself.  In this episode, I am to talking to my best friend, Mala Walker, who is a very important member of my support team. Throughout the ups, downs and self doubts in my life, she has been standing by my side cheering me on.  So join us in our discussion of why it is important to have a support team. Ready to begin the journey to living your best life? Download our free resources: "What's Your Next?-Creating Your Second Act" and "Overcoming Limiting Thoughts" to help you in your journey to creating your best life and living a more fulfilling life. Learn more about the Life 2.0 Community and our digital workbook/journal-"Starting the Journey to Life 2.0" Don't forget to subscribe & download the "Living Life 2.0 Podcast" on the following platforms: Apple Google Podcast Breaker Overcast RSS --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jacqueline-robinson5/support

"Your Best Face Forward: The 4 Night Rotation" kicks off our newest segment of the Life 2.0 Podcast called "All Things Life 2.0".  We've created this new segment because we believe "Living Life 2.0 is a lifestyle. That is why this segment will feature guests who can share their expertise in key areas of your life. Today's episode falls under Health/Well-Being with our guest Ella Elston of "Your Esta Ella".  Ella's goal is to help women "feel their absolute best in their skin no matter what they are dealing with in life".  Since we are doing more face-to-face interactions, isn't it time to put your best face forward?  You will learn how "The 4 Night Rotation" is for any skin type.  It is a simple process that will help you go from a dull, sallow complexion to one that is brighter and youthful looking.  I know first hand because that is how I met Ella!  Download our free resources: "What's Your Next?-Creating Your Second Act" & "Overcoming Limiting Thoughts"  Show Links  Learn more about: "Your Esta Ella"   Learn more about: The Life 2.0 Community and Creating Your Second Act Subscribe The Life 2.0 Community is on a mission to help & empower professional women create and live more fulfilling second act.  You can subscribe Living Life 2.0 Podcast on: Apple iTunes Spotify Google Breaker Anchor Overcast RadioPublic --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jacqueline-robinson5/support

A second act can sometimes mean going back into a career that you left or starting a new career.  But how do you do that when you have taken an extended leave from that career?  My guest today, Michele Saunders founder of Thrive 365 knows first hand how to make that transition.  Michele took and extended leave from her career in corporate development to raise her two children.  Her second act of transitioning back into the workforce led her to becoming certified as a Mindset and Transition Coach.  Key points on how to go back into a career or start a new career include:  How you show up now in the world Your story-what you love to do Your values and priorities now But at the heart of this transition, Michele says is to be curious and have a sense of wonder.  If you are unsure about how to transition back, this episode will provide valuable information to help you get started. Download our free resources: "What's Your Next?-Creating Your Second Act" & "Overcoming Limiting Thoughts" Show Links Learn more about: Thrive 365 Learn more about: The Life 2.0 Community and Creating Your Second Act Subscribe The Life 2.0 Community is on a mission to help & empower professional women create and live more fulfilling second act. You can subscribe Living Life 2.0 Podcast on: Apple iTunes Spotify Google Breaker Anchor Overcast RadioPublic --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jacqueline-robinson5/support

In this episode we are talking about “Consciously Choosing Our Mindset”, with Diane Martinez, a Certified Holistic Life and Health Coach, of Conscious Creating Life Coaching, LLC. She shares with us the powerful connection that mind, body and spirit have on creating a positive mindset.  Are you ready to learn some simple tools that you can use to make profound and lasting changes in your life?  Consciously choosing the right mindset is part of the first step you must take to start the process of creating your second act. Diane speaks not just from knowledge but experience too.  Starting her coaching business was a result of her journey in creating her second act.  She says, “Recreating myself and asking the big questions like what is it that my heart wants to do, led me to quit my beloved job teaching fourth grade, which I did for 10 years before starting my coaching business.” Join us in our discussion and begin taking those first steps in creating your second act. Download our free resources: "What's Your Next?-Creating Your Second Act" & "Overcoming Limiting Thoughts" Show Links Learn more about Conscious Creating Life Coach, LLC Learn more about: The Life 2.0 Community and Creating Your Second Act Subscribe The Life 2.0 Community is on a mission to help & empower professional women create and live more fulfilling second act. You can subscribe Living Life 2.0 Podcast on:  Apple iTunes Spotify Google Breaker Anchor Overcast RadioPublic --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jacqueline-robinson5/support

If your are uncertain about what your next step is in creating your second act, Marisa Vargas CEO of MFV Advocacy, LLC, shares her journey from going from the familiar to the unfamiliar after retiring from the pharmaceutical industry and starting her company as an independent, bi-lingual patient advocate.  If your "what's next" includes or is a part of what you do or did in your career, this is a must listen for you.  You will be inspired and encouraged how "career skills" that you enjoy combined with a natural gift can lead to creating your second act.  Marisa also explains the importance of finding a mentor in the area of your interest and having a strong support system.  She is a perfect example of what happens when you step out of your comfort zone and discover your purpose! The Life 2.0 Community is offering a free downloadable resource: "What's Your Next?-Creating Your Second Act"  Learn more about the Life 2.0 Community & Creating Your Second Act here:https://linktr.ee/life2.0_secondact Subscribe You can subscribe Living Life 2.0 Podcast on Itunes, Spotify, Google, Breaker, Anchor, Overcast, RadioPublic --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jacqueline-robinson5/support

How is your life affected by what you believe?  Are you holding on to beliefs that no longer serve you?  In this episode Sabrina and I discuss how some of the rules that we grew up with may no longer serve us because of a changing society.  We also discuss how changing your mind-set about your vision for your life and what you can achieve are important steps in your journey to creating a "purposeful" second act. The Life 2.0 Community is offering a free downloadable resource: "What's Your Next?-Creating Your Second Act" https://life20community.com/free-resource-download Learn more about the Life 2.0 Community & Creating Your Second Act here:https://linktr.ee/life2.0_secondact Subscribe You can subscribe Living Life 2.0 Podcast on Itunes, Spotify, Google, Breaker, Anchor, Overcast, RadioPublic --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jacqueline-robinson5/support

Does life after the pandemic mean it's time for you to create your second act?  In part 1, we asked the following questions: What does a fulfilling life look like for you? How do you begin taking small steps?  And, financially are you ready to make a change?  Part 2 of this series continues by digging a little deeper into what it takes to begin creating your “what’s next”.  We continue discussing what a fulfilling life might look like for you.  Followed by outlining the process for creating an action plan. Having a support team is key to creating your second act.  What role do they play? Why should you be selective in asking people to be part of your team? The Life 2.0 Community is offering a free downloadable resource: "What's Your Next?-Creating Your Second Act" https://life20community.com/free-resource-download Learn more about the Life 2.0 Community & Creating Your Second Act here:https://linktr.ee/life2.0_secondact Subscribe You can subscribe Living Life 2.0 Podcast on Itunes, Spotify, Google, Breaker, Anchor, Overcast, RadioPublic --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jacqueline-robinson5/support