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EPISODE · Feb 25, 2025 · 51 MIN

Designing Your Life: Intentional Living After Loss With Cathy Christen

from The Life Shift | Conversations About Life Before and After · host Matt Gilhooly

Have you ever felt like you're running on autopilot, chasing success without truly feeling fulfilled? In this episode of the Life Shift podcast, I sit down with Cathy Christen, a remarkable woman who learned to create a life by design after experiencing profound loss. Cathy shares her journey of transformation, beginning with the unexpected passing of her cousin at age 23. This tragic event forced her to confront the emptiness of her pursuit of financial success and sparked a deep introspection about what truly matters in life. Embracing intentional living How Cathy shifted from chasing money to pursuing joy and fulfillment The power of self-reflection and personal development in shaping your life's direction Creating a vision for your future and reverse-engineering the steps to get there Balancing success and personal well-being The importance of nurturing different types of energy: spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical Strategies for incorporating self-care and passion projects into a busy lifestyle How slowing down can actually lead to greater success and happiness Designing a life that aligns with your values Tips for identifying what truly brings you joy and fulfillment The impact of intentional choices on relationships, career, and personal growth Encouraging the next generation to live purposefully and avoid the pitfalls of societal expectations Cathy's story is a powerful reminder that it's never too late to reassess your priorities and create a life that truly excites you. Her insights offer valuable guidance for anyone feeling stuck or unfulfilled, showing how small, intentional changes can lead to profound shifts in happiness and purpose. As you listen to this episode, consider: What would your ideal life look like if you were watching it as a movie? Are there areas of your life where you're operating on autopilot? How can you incorporate more intentional choices into your daily routine? About Cathy Christen:Cathy Christen is a serial entrepreneur, author, and executive coach with over twenty years of experience helping leaders and business owners thrive without sacrificing what matters most. As the co-founder of GoBundance Women® and CEO of Elevated You, Inc., Cathy empowers individuals to reclaim their time, design vision-aligned lives, and achieve sustainable success. Her book Life is a Masterpiece serves as a blueprint for intentional living and creating a life of purpose and passion. Connect with Cathy Christen: Website: CathyChristen.com LinkedIn: Cathy Christen Resources: To listen in on more conversations about pivotal moments that changed lives forever, subscribe to "The Life Shift" on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate the show 5 stars and leave a review! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Access ad-free episodes released two days early: https://patreon.com/thelifeshiftpodcast Subscribe to The Life Shift Newsletter: https://www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com/newsletter/ The Life Shift was just named one of the top 60 life-changing podcasts by FeedSpot: https://podcast.feedspot.com/life_changing_podcasts/ Connect with me: Instagram: www.instagram.com/thelifeshiftpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/thelifeshiftpodcast YouTube: https://bit.ly/thelifeshift_youtube Twitter: www.twitter.com/thelifeshiftpod LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thelifeshiftpodcast Website: www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever felt like you're running on autopilot, chasing success without truly feeling fulfilled? In this episode of the Life Shift podcast, I sit down with Cathy Christen, a remarkable woman who learned to create a life by design after experiencing profound loss. Cathy shares her journey of transformation, beginning with the unexpected passing of her cousin at age 23. This tragic event forced her to confront the emptiness of her pursuit of financial success and sparked a deep introspection about what truly matters in life. Embracing intentional living How Cathy shifted from chasing money to pursuing joy and fulfillment The power of self-reflection and personal development in shaping your life's direction Creating a vision for your future and reverse-engineering the steps to get there Balancing success and personal well-being The importance of nurturing different types of energy: spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical Strategies for incorporating self-care and passion projects into a busy lifestyle How slowing down can actually lead to greater success and happiness Designing a life that aligns with your values Tips for identifying what truly brings you joy and fulfillment The impact of intentional choices on relationships, career, and personal growth Encouraging the next generation to live purposefully and avoid the pitfalls of societal expectations Cathy's story is a powerful reminder that it's never too late to reassess your priorities and create a life that truly excites you. Her insights offer valuable guidance for anyone feeling stuck or unfulfilled, showing how small, intentional changes can lead to profound shifts in happiness and purpose. As you listen to this episode, consider: What would your ideal life look like if you were watching it as a movie? Are there areas of your life where you're operating on autopilot? How can you incorporate more intentional choices into your daily routine? About Cathy Christen:Cathy Christen is a serial entrepreneur, author, and executive coach with over twenty years of experience helping leaders and business owners thrive without sacrificing what matters most. As the co-founder of GoBundance Women® and CEO of Elevated You, Inc., Cathy empowers individuals to reclaim their time, design vision-aligned lives, and achieve sustainable success. Her book Life is a Masterpiece serves as a blueprint for intentional living and creating a life of purpose and passion. Connect with Cathy Christen: Website: CathyChristen.com LinkedIn: Cathy Christen Resources: To listen in on more conversations about pivotal moments that changed lives forever, subscribe to "The Life Shift" on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate the show 5 stars and leave a review! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Access ad-free episodes released two days early: https://patreon.com/thelifeshiftpodcast Subscribe to The Life Shift Newsletter: https://www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com/newsletter/ The Life Shift was just named one of the top 60 life-changing podcasts by FeedSpot: https://podcast.feedspot.com/life_changing_podcasts/ Connect with me: Instagram: www.instagram.com/thelifeshiftpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/thelifeshiftpodcast YouTube: https://bit.ly/thelifeshift_youtube Twitter: www.twitter.com/thelifeshiftpod LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thelifeshiftpodcast Website: www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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