Best Overcomingoverwhelm Podcasts (2024)

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177. a pep talk for moments of significant transition 14:07

2h ago14:07

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Welcome back to the summer Pep Talk series! Each week is a new episode with a new pep talk for you! Each episode came suggested from Best Today® podcast listeners and if you’d like to submit a suggestion for the Pep Talk series you can do so at We Want to Hear From YOU! or email us at hello@besttoday.co Today’s pep talk is a pep talk for moments of…

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176. A pep talk when when you feel bored with life 18:29

1h ago18:29

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Welcome back to the summer Pep Talk series! Each week is a new episode with a new pep talk for you! Each episode came suggested from Best Today® podcast listeners and if you’d like to submit a suggestion for the Pep Talk series you can do so at We Want to Hear From YOU! or email us at hello@besttoday.co Today’s pep talk was submitted by a member of…

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175. a pep talk when you find it hard to rest, be still, or slow down 14:27

11d ago14:27

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Welcome back to the summer Pep Talk series! Each week is a new episode with a new pep talk for you! Each episode came suggested from Best Today® podcast listeners and if you’d like to submit a suggestion for the Pep Talk series you can do so at We Want to Hear From YOU! or email us at hello@besttoday.co Today’s pep talk is a pep talk to encourage y…

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174. A pep talk when you're in the plateau, not seeing progress 20:07

12d ago20:07

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Welcome back to the summer Pep Talk series! Each week is a new episode with a new pep talk for you! Each episode came suggested from Best Today® podcast listeners and if you’d like to submit a suggestion for the Pep Talk series you can do so at We Want to Hear From YOU! or email us at hello@besttoday.co Today’s pep talk encourages when you find you…

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173. A pep talk when fear keeps you from trying new things 19:11

19d ago19:11

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Welcome back to the summer Pep Talk series! Each week is a new episode with a new pep talk for you! Each episode came suggested from Best Today® podcast listeners and if you’d like to submit a suggestion for the Pep Talk series you can do so at We Want to Hear From YOU! or email us at hello@besttoday.co Today’s pep talk is a pep talk to encourage y…

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172. A pep talk for when you experience the fear of missing out aka FOMO 16:34

1M ago16:34

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Welcome back to the summer Pep Talk series! Each week is a new episode with a new pep talk for you! Each episode came suggested from Best Today® podcast listeners and if you’d like to submit a suggestion for the Pep Talk series you can do so at We Want to Hear From YOU! or email us at hello@besttoday.co Today’s pep talk is a pep talk to encourage y…

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171. A pep talk when you're leaving social media (temporarily or permanently) 13:23

1M ago13:23

13:23

Welcome to the summer Pep Talk series! Each week is a new episode with a new pep talk for you! Each episode came suggested from Best Today® podcast listeners and if you’d like to submit a suggestion for the Pep Talk series you can do so at We Want to Hear From You or email us at hello@besttoday.co Today’s pep talk is a pep talk when you're leaving …

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170. A pep talk to encourage you when seasons change 19:43

1M ago19:43

19:43

Welcome to the summer Pep Talk series! Each week is a new episode with a new pep talk for you! Each episode came suggested from Best Today® podcast listeners and if you’d like to submit a suggestion for the Pep Talk series you can do so at besttoday.co/voice or email us at hello@besttoday.co Today’s pep talk is a pep talk to encourage you when seas…

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169. What to do when you fall back into unhealthy or unhelpful habits or behaviors. 13:48

2M ago13:48

13:48

This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am giving you three things to do when you fall back into unhealthy or unhelpful habits or behaviors--none of which include being hard or unkind to yourself. These three things will help you build boundaries and pillars in your life to assist with the habits and behaviors you desire and help you when you find y…

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168. A life lesson on pruning from my recent closet clean 16:39

2M ago16:39

16:39

This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am talking about the importance of pruning. I recently pruned down my closet to only what I loved and fit my current style. While cleaning out my closet I realized that the lesson of pruning applies not only in our closets but in our time, resources, and more. In this episode I encourage you to find places whe…

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167. what really matters 15:34

2M ago15:34

15:34

This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am talking about a question that was the focus of an event I attended a few months ago--what really matters. I’m sharing my reflections on this question and challenging and inviting you to sit with the question of what really matters. It’s an important and short episode, please make time to listen! Listen to t…

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166. A Recap of the 2024 Best Today® Conference 19:48

2M ago19:48

19:48

This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am sharing a brief recap of the Best Today® Conference, what I learned, what I witnessed, and my favorite parts of the experience. Listen to the episode and find all links referenced in today's episode at besttoday.co/166 or listen on any platform that works for you at The Best Today® Podcast • A podcast on Sp…

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Ep. #318: Taking a Summer Break - See you in the Fall! 5:17

3M ago5:17

5:17

Hey friends, it's Tobi Fairley, your host here at the DesignYou podcast. Can you believe it's been 25 years since I started my interior design business and five years since we embarked on this podcasting journey together? It's been a whirlwind of coaching, interior design projects, and diving into the world of a retail store and e-commerce business…

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165. A simple way to plan your day when you need flexibility in your days 11:42

3M ago11:42

11:42

This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am talking about a simple way to plan your days if your schedule typically gets changed on a day to day basis. This simple system allows you to take care of your non-negotiables while leaving room for new things to be added to your plate. Listen to the episode and find all links referenced in today's episode a…

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#Ep 317: Bring Your Best Audacious Brand to the Table 13:15

3M ago13:15

13:15

In the dynamic world of interior design, Tobi Fairley offers a refreshing perspective on brand development. Today, she advocates for brand strength and audacity – a quality that sets businesses apart in a crowded market. Tobi emphasizes the importance of standing out amidst competitors, cultivating trust and loyalty among clientele, and staying tru…

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164. The rising problem of entitlement and how you can be a part of the solution and not the problem 21:42

3M ago21:42

21:42

This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am talking about a common problem that I hear many of my peers express in and a message to us all about ensuring that we are not part of the problem when it comes to being unreliable and entitled in the places and spaces we’re in. Listen to the episode and find all links referenced in today's episode at bestto…

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Ep# 316: DesignYou 2.0: The Evolving Creative Journey 43:22

3M ago43:22

43:22

Today, we have something special lined up for you. We will explore the evolution of our DesignYou 2.0 training program. Three remarkable participants have joined me and experienced the transformation firsthand. Over the years, this program has grown and adapted like the individuals participating. Now, we offer classes quarterly, each with a unique …

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163. How to lean in during the times where you don't have it in you 15:58

3M ago15:58

15:58

This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am talking about those times when you simply don’t have it in you to do the things before you in a day, not because you are’t well rested or nourished but simply because you are a human who has moments and days where you don’t have it in you. This is an episode you’ll want to save and come back to as often as …

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Ep# 315: Let’s Unpack the Influencer Journey 32:16

4M ago32:16

32:16

Are you a designer passionate about sharing your thoughts, interests, and expertise with the world? Have you ever considered diving into the realm of influence and content creation? In today's episode, we delve into the exciting world of being an influencer or a content creator, exploring why this avenue might be worth exploring for you. We will un…

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162. A Reminder to take all of your Paid Time Off 20:54

3M ago20:54

20:54

This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am talking about the importance of taking time off and how we may be trained not to do so as early as elementary school. I also share how paid time off isn’t just for those who work outside of the home. Listen as I explain why strategically planning time off can help you and how not doing so many times is leav…

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Ep# 314: Influencer Marketing: Diversifying Your Income 23:57

4M ago23:57

23:57

Have you ever noticed how some social media users capture your attention by recommending products or ideas you love? They're building a brand and attracting followers, just like you can! In this episode, we'll explore three powerful strategies to leverage your expertise and turn it into new income streams for your business. Even if you're unfamilia…

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161. Exposing the lie of "you only get 18 years" 22:30

3M ago22:30

22:30

This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am talking about a common phrase that I’ve heard in passing far too much, “You only get 18 years” or “18 summers” with your children. I’m explaining why this phrase is a lie, is far more harmful than it could ever be helpful and giving you an alternative way to think about your time. This episode is very impor…

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Ep# 313: Burnout: Is This All There Is? 27:49

4M ago27:49

27:49

Are you feeling burned out? You're not alone. But what if I told you it doesn't have to hold you back? In this special two-part episode, we'll tackle burnout head-on. First, we'll explore how technology, specifically AI and Machine Learning, can be your secret weapon to reclaim your time and boost your income. But that's not all! Have you ever thou…

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160. Need help with stewarding time well at work or your volunteer organizations? Listen to this! 16:46

4M ago16:46

16:46

This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am telling you about what the majority of my work encompasses--teaching, training, coaching, and speaking with individuals and groups about how to steward their time well at work, at home, and everywhere in between. I’ve worked with large corporations, small teams, nonprofits, hospital systems, small businesse…

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Ep# 312: It’s Your Choice: Slow Living or The Hustle 31:23

4M ago31:23

31:23

Are you a grinder? Designers often are because we think grinding away is the only way to be successful. Is grinding sustainable? Of course, it isn’t. So, let’s talk about a different way of doing business—slow living. Join me as we discuss ways of changing our mindsets to give us space to slow down, create meaningful work, and find joy in the proce…

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159. What do you do after being told "no" when you wanted a "yes" 22:10

4M ago22:10

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This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am talking about a recent experience with rejection and being told “no” when I had every expectation for a “yes.” I’m also sharing how I proceeded after the no. In the episode I share how to move past closed doors, “no’s” and opportunities that did not work out the way you wanted. Listen and save this episode …

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Ep #311: Creating From Abundance 27:20

4M ago27:20

27:20

Imagine a world where you ditch unrealistic timelines and an overwhelming schedule. What if, instead of feeling anxious and like a failure, you planned with honesty about how long tasks take? This, my friends, is the power of realistic time blocking so you can create from abundance and not scarcity. By ditching the "fallacy of time optimism" (that …

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158. Why finding home within yourself is so important 21:05

4M ago21:05

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This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am talking about an important revelation that I had when talking with friends a few weeks ago--finding home within ourselves. I explain what I mean by “home” and what it looks like in our lives when we’ve found home within ourselves in the episode. I would to hear your thoughts after listening so please share …

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Ep #310: The Easy vs. Hard Dichotomy 30:19

5M ago30:19

30:19

I’m angry and on my soapbox today. Everywhere you turn, there is a business strategy around peddling the idea that a mere three steps can magically solve all your woes. While that notion is undoubtedly tempting, it's also entirely impractical. One size does not fit all. However, the opposite extreme – believing everything valuable must be hard – is…

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157. The 5 Words that can push you to keep going every single day 19:44

4M ago19:44

19:44

This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am talking about the power, message, and intent behind our trademarked phrase, One Today at a Time® and why it can be empowering in your life every single day. If you are a human who could use encouragement, accountability, support, comfort, and/or hope in your days this episode is for you! Listen to the episo…

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Ep #309: Are You in Love With Your Life? 25:26

5M ago25:26

25:26

Have you ever felt like your hair was on fire? Do you believe you must accomplish something monumental or reach a specific milestone to validate your success? Does your "to-do list" seem like an insurmountable mountain, and dissatisfaction permeates your existence? It’s time for a change. Today, I will give you the blueprint for embracing and lovin…

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156. 2 Reasons Why Making Time & Space for Yourself isn't Selfish 19:23

5M ago19:23

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This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am talking about a topic that has come up a lot as I travel and teach different groups of women: isn’t loving yourself or talking about making space for yourself selfish? Isn’t it “non-Christian” to do so? I’m sharing an article that I wrote in response to both questions and sentiments on the podcast. If you’v…

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Ep #308: Creating Healthy, Joyful Relationships 37:27

5M ago37:27

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My perspective on relationships shifts when I view the world through my “joy lens.” We've all experienced disappointment in romantic relationships or friendships. However, it's not always the fault of the relationship itself. Sometimes, it's the unrealistic expectations we impose upon it. We find ourselves let down when reality fails to match the n…

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155. Are you being led by the sunk cost bias? Listen to find out! 19:30

5M ago19:30

19:30

This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am explaining the sunk cost bias and how it affects our lives and our time. If you’ve ever invested time, energy, or resources into something that you know is no longer best for you make sure to listen to the episode to learn more about the sunk cost bias and how to overcome it in your life. Listen to the epis…

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Ep #307: The Path to Freedom: Are You Your Worst Enemy? 20:17

5M ago20:17

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I am thrilled to discuss a result of my joy practice: Freedom, or as I prefer to call it, “freeing myself.” We often become our worst critics, creating unnecessary hurdles that block our joy. Today, I will share my journey and the unexpected reward of freeing myself from self-imposed expectations. When our conversations and thoughts revolve around …

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154. 8 things that are helping me + bringing me joy right now 19:29

5M ago19:29

19:29

This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am sharing eight things that are helping me to create great boundaries, steward my time well, and bringing me joy! My hope is that they will give you ideas for your life! I also want to hear what is working right now for you, share with us in the Best Today® Community at besttodaycommunity.com. Listen to the e…

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Ep #306: Joy in the Little Things 23:30

6M ago23:30

23:30

I am undergoing an internal transformation, and the catalyst for this change is the conscious cultivation of joy in my life. In this journey, I share my experiences of practicing joy throughout the day, highlighting its profound impact on me compared to my previous exploration of gratitude. Today, I'll delve into the simple pleasures that bring me …

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153. Throw out time management and trade it for this instead 15:15

5M ago15:15

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This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am talking about the evolution of Best Today® and my intent for helping you to steward your time well and why that matters. I also invite you to join our new 10 Day Series “Steward Well” by going to besttoday.co/steward to sign up! Listen to the episode and find all links referenced in today's episode at bestt…

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Ep #305: Living in Joy 17:06

6M ago17:06

17:06

Today, I am Introducing our new program, DesignYou High Performance (DYHP), which defies common expectations. Contrary to advocating longer hours, I aim to guide you in discovering joy in your life and work. I have learned that joy is a choice, a mindset shaping how you perceive your schedule. It involves unlearning habits and granting permission t…

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152. How to use categories to help you with your planning and deciding what's most important right now 13:21

6M ago13:21

13:21

This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am talking about how to use categories to help you discover what is most important right now. We used this technique in our End of the Year planning session in the Best Today® Community and it is a great first step in planning or thinking through what is most important in your current season! Share with us wha…

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Ep #304: Truth Series - The Unintended Impact of Compliments 10:11

6M ago10:11

10:11

I'm thrilled to share a brief yet impactful episode with you today. The topic we'll delve into is the experience of receiving a compliment. While receiving praise might seem incredible on the surface, there could be an interesting, unintended side effect of that compliment that can possibly hinder you from being your true self. I'm not referring to…

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151. A catalog of the past 150 episodes of the Best Today® Podcast save this episode 36:31

6M ago36:31

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This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am walking you through the 150 episodes of the Best Today® Podcast and breaking them down by different categories so that you can document the episodes that you want to go back to. This is an episode you’ll want ot save and refer back to. We’ve broken the categories and episodes down for you on our full show n…

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Ep #303: Truth Series - How to Connect to Your True Self 37:21

6M ago37:21

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Today, I will explore how you can connect with your true self. Like any business, mine faces various challenges, including cash flow issues. In the past, my solution was to push myself to work longer and harder until exhaustion set in. However, I've realized that I perform at my best when I'm well-rested and replenished, which brings me joy. I choo…

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150. The high cost of multitasking and what you can do instead 22:05

6M ago22:05

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This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am talking about a common thing that we do that science and studies have shown go against how our brains work and cause more harm than good--multitasking. Listen as I share why multitasking isn’t the best use of your time, doesn’t help you to steward your time well, and what you can do instead. Listen to the e…

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Ep #302: Introducing the “Truth Series” - The Truth Will Set You Free 27:43

7M ago27:43

27:43

Get ready to embark on the "Truth Series" at DesignYou! I’m thrilled to kick off this journey with honesty. I genuinely believe that embracing and speaking our truth and presenting ourselves without a facade would bring more happiness and health in 2024. Today, I’ll explore why we often hesitate to be honest in various situations. We don't have to …

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149. How (short) weekly family meetings with your children help you with your time 21:09

6M ago21:09

21:09

This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am sharing how we have recently moved to a weekly meeting with our children (currently 5 and 10 years old) and how it helps to set us up each week. I share the purpose of the meetings and why you might want to give them a try in your home. Listen to the episode and find all links referenced in today's episode …

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Ep #301: Embracing Flexibility in 2024: A New Take on Work, Leisure, and Living Fully 19:36

7M ago19:36

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The year 2024 is here. Conventional wisdom dictates setting goals and rules, only to stress over them until mid-February, eventually becoming too fatigued to care. In this episode, I propose a fresh, deliberate approach to 2024, emphasizing the importance of incorporating leisure and creativity. What if we adopted the customs of the Renaissance Era…

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148. Before you do anything else, listen to this and celebrate yourself 15:14

7M ago15:14

15:14

This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am reminding you of one important thing to do before you make the start your next list, goal, or project--celebrate yourself! Have you taken a moment to celebrate who you are and where you are? There is something to celebrate and I talk to you about what that may look like for you. It’s short episode that you’…

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Ep #300: My 2024 Renaissance 42:55

7M ago42:55

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We are officially at the end of 2023 and this is always my favorite podcast of the year because I get to discuss what’s gone wrong this year, what’s gone right, where I’m headed, and the word I’m choosing as my word of the year for 2024! 2023 hasn’t been easy for the design industry, but there’s still a ton that I’m proud of and grateful for. Tune …

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147. My top 5 favorite things from the year 25:50

7M ago25:50

25:50

This week on the Best Today® Podcast I am sharing the five things that came up for me when I reflected on the best of 2023 and what five things were essential in aiding in my joy, peace, and health and they’re likely not what you would think. I also invite you to think about what those would be for you so listen in and you may get inspired to think…

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