This Life or Something Better
This Life or Something Better
Priscilla Bengtson and Bethany Kowaleski
Life can be challenging and oftentimes we get stuck when living it. Priscilla Bengtson and Bethany Kowaleski are here to help you accept the life you are living without resistance and then find your something better. There is always something better to reach for. You just have to know it exists and take a step towards it.
Creating and Living your Life Vision
Unlike a goal or Life Purpose, our Life Vision is about who we choose to be and how we consciously choose to live our life. In this episode I talk about having experiences instead of goals and how our happiness in the now plays a key part of that. We'll explore how we expand our Life Vision by making a contribution in our own life, in the lives of others and to the world. I also include some great ways to improve upon your happiness on your way to finding your something better. Life is about the experiences we choose on our way to our something better. Thanks for listening. If you find this episode helpful, please share it with a friend or family member. Rating and reviewing the podcast helps us to reach a greater number of lives.  Stay in touch with us between episodes and join us in the This Life or Something Better Facebook Group. There, we'll share bonus episodes, run challenges and provide you with some additional inspiration as you reach for your Something Better. Work with Priscilla
Jun 12, 2024
32 min
Cultivating Emotional Resilience
Today's conversation is centered around cultivating emotional resilience—an essential life skill that empowers us to bounce back from adversity, trauma, and stress. We’ll delve into the importance of self-awareness, recognizing stress triggers, and avoiding the pitfalls of being perpetually busy as a form of avoidance. Join us as we explore practical tools and practices, such as breath work, meditation, and yoga, that can help you navigate life's ups and downs. We’ll also discuss how adaptability, optimism, and a strong support system can ease life’s stresses and bolster your emotional strength. Through thoughtful reflection and proactive management of your emotional state, you will discover how to transform setbacks into opportunities for personal growth. Whether you're facing challenges or simply looking to enrich your emotional toolkit, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice. Thanks for listening. If you find this episode helpful, please share it with a friend or family member. Rating and reviewing the podcast helps us to reach a greater number of lives.  Stay in touch with us between episodes and join us in the This Life or Something Better Facebook Group. There, we'll share bonus episodes, run challenges and provide you with some additional inspiration as you reach for your Something Better. Work with Priscilla
May 22, 2024
33 min
Navigating Emotional Triggers
Welcome back to the 24 in 2024 challenge where we dive into two episodes each of 12 different life and growth topics.  This month we explore our Emotional Life.  Our host Priscilla tackles the pervasive influence of emotions in our daily lives. This episode shines a light on the concept of emotional triggers, exploring why we often focus heaviliy on our challenges rather than celebrating our successes. Priscilla delves into how our emotions serve as signals indicating alignment or misalignment with our values, beliefs or expectations. She discusses the dichotomy between being reactive and responsive emphasizing the power of choice in our reactions and the importance of understanding safety's role in our emotional responses. Through mindfulness and intentional breathing, Priscilla guides us on how to transform reactivity into thoughtful responsiveness, thereby fostering a resilient mind capable of facing life's challenges with grace and awareness.    Thanks for listening. If you find this episode helpful, please share it with a friend or family member. Rating and reviewing the podcast helps us to reach a greater number of lives.    Stay in touch with us between episodes and join us in the This Life or Something Better Facebook Group.  There, we'll share bonus episodes, run challenges and provide you with some additional inspiration as you reach for your Something Better. Work with Priscilla
May 8, 2024
23 min
Money and the Law of Attraction
Are you ready to revolutionize the way you think about money?  In this episode we delve into how our mindset and beliefs can influence our financial reality. Learn to shift your approach and manifest prosperity through powerful Law of Attraction principles. We'll also look into:  Rewriting Your Money Story: Discover how childhood and past experiences shape your financial identity and how to rewrite a narrative that supports your wealth goals. Money as Vibration: Embrace money as an energy you can attract, recognizing that the focus of your attention dictates your financial outcomes. Circulating vs. Spending:  Change your perspective on money by viewing expenditures as circulation of energy, which encourages a healthier, more abundant mindset.   And, of course, there is a Challenge at the end for you to test out the Law of Attraction principles and how they apply to your own life.   Thanks for listening. If you find this episode helpful, please share it with a friend or family member. Rating and reviewing the podcast helps us to reach a greater number of lives.  Stay in touch with us between episodes and join us in the This Life or Something Better Facebook Group.  There, we'll share bonus episodes, run challenges and provide you with some additional inspiration as you reach for your Something Better. Work with Priscilla
Apr 24, 2024
27 min
Money Mindfulness
Are you in tune with your financial identity?  How does it shape your life?  This episode is all about the layers of your relationship with money.  Priscilla helps you see all the aspects of your financial life from your money mindset to your feelings of responsibility, to the identity that you have formed around your beliefs about money.  We explore financial clutter in your life and understand the energetic imprint our relationship with money has on our lives.  Get conscious about your cash and where your money lives as we reach for your something better in your financial life.    Thanks for listening. If you find this episode helpful, please share it with a friend or family member. Rating and reviewing the podcast helps us to reach a greater number of lives.    Stay in touch with us between episodes and join us in the This Life or Something Better Facebook Group.  There, we'll share bonus episodes, run challenges and provide you with some additional inspiration as you reach for your Something Better.   Work with Priscilla  
Apr 10, 2024
33 min
The Journey of Learning: Unleashing Intellectual Potential Through Life Experiences
Welcome to the latest episode of "This Life or Something Better" with your host, Priscilla Bengtson. In this thought-provoking episode, Priscilla delves into the topic of intellectual growth and the importance of life experiences in shaping our learning journey. She challenges listeners to think beyond traditional means goals and invites them to create a list of 12 bold experiences they wish to have in their lifetime. By exploring the connection between experiences and personal growth, Priscilla inspires us to lead a more fulfilling and intellectually stimulating life.   Thanks for listening. If you find this episode helpful, please share it with a friend or family member. Rating and reviewing the podcast helps us to reach a greater number of lives.    Stay in touch with us between episodes and join us in the This Life or Something Better Facebook Group.  There, we'll share bonus episodes, run challenges and provide you with some additional inspiration as you reach for your Something Better.   Work with Priscilla
Mar 27, 2024
29 min
Beyond Traditional Learning: Nurturing Intellectual Growth in Everyday Life
In this episode of This Life or Something Better, host Priscilla Bengtson explores the concept of intellectual life and its role in personal growth. She shares her own experiences of feeling constrained by the traditional education system and the importance of challenging the mind in order to achieve true growth. Priscilla delves into the differences between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset, and how these attitudes can impact one's approach to learning and development. She also offers a practical challenge to the listeners to embark on a journey of learning and self-improvement. Join us for an insightful discussion on embracing curiosity, overcoming fears, and striving for personal growth in the intellectual realm.   Thanks for listening. If you find this episode helpful, please share it with a friend or family member. Rating and reviewing the podcast helps us to reach a greater number of lives.    Stay in touch with us between episodes and join us in the This Life or Something Better Facebook Group.  There, we'll share bonus episodes, run challenges and provide you with some additional inspiration as you reach for your Something Better.   Work with Priscilla
Mar 13, 2024
26 min
The Illusion of Security: Embracing Resourcefulness for a better Quality of Life
As we continue the 24 in 2024 series, today's episode delves into the concept of quality of life and how attachments to external circumstances can impact our sense of security. We explore the idea of self-fueled goals and the inner resources we possess to navigate life's challenges. The key takeaway? Our quality of life is not determined by external factors, but by our own resilience and resourcefulness.  Stay to the end as I challenge you to reflect on your attachments and consider what inner strengths you can tap into.    Thanks for listening. If you find this episode helpful, please share it with a friend or family member. Rating and reviewing the podcast helps us to reach a greater number of lives.    Stay in touch with us between episodes and join us in the This Life or Something Better Facebook Group.  There, we'll share bonus episodes, run challenges and provide you with some additional inspiration as you reach for your Something Better. Work with Priscilla
Feb 28, 2024
31 min
Beyond Circumstances: Crafting your Path to your Something Better
In this episode, host Priscilla Bengtson delves into the topic of quality of life and its impact on our overall happiness and satisfaction. She explores how our perception of our circumstances and our expectations can affect our ability to make positive changes in our lives. Priscilla shares insightful tips on how to be more present in our daily experiences and invites listeners to participate in a special challenge to create and witness magic in their lives.    Thanks for listening. If you find this episode helpful, please share it with a friend or family member. Rating and reviewing the podcast helps us to reach a greater number of lives.    Stay in touch with us between episodes and join us in the This Life or Something Better Facebook Group.  There, we'll share bonus episodes, run challenges and provide you with some additional inspiration as you reach for your Something Better.   Work with Priscilla
Feb 14, 2024
19 min
Revitalize Your Space: 5 Ways to Create Something Better in Your Physical Environment
In this episode of This Life or Something Better, host Priscilla delves deeper into the topic of creating a thriving physical environment. She provides 5 practical tips to transform your physical environments into a conducive and thriving place. From the "touch it once" method to the benefits of a tech detox and the impact of home wellness, Priscilla covers various aspects of creating a better physical environment. She also discusses the significance of green living and the potential of aromatherapy to improve productivity and relaxation. Listeners are encouraged to take on the challenge of trying these tips and sharing their experiences in the podcast's private group. Tune in to explore how these small changes can make a big difference in your daily life.   Thanks for listening. If you find this episode helpful, please share it with a friend or family member. Rating and reviewing the podcast helps us to reach a greater number of lives.    Stay in touch with us between episodes and join us in the This Life or Something Better Facebook Group.  There, we'll share bonus episodes, run challenges and provide you with some additional inspiration as you reach for your Something Better.   Work with Priscilla
Jan 24, 2024
30 min
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