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EPISODE · May 25, 2026 · 41 MIN

Stop Just "Showing Up": 3 Steps to Living with Purpose with Marcy Axelrod

from Beyond the Bestseller · host Kelly Schuknecht

In this episode of Beyond the Bestseller, host Kelly Schuknecht interviews Marcy Axelrod, author of 'How We Choose to Show Up.' They discuss the journey of writing the book, the importance of understanding how we show up in life, and the three levels of showing up: barely there, just showing up, and truly showing up. Marcy emphasizes the need for a mindset shift to truly engage with the world and the significance of living a meaningful life. The conversation also touches on the challenges of transitioning from a state of stress to one of presence and authenticity, and Marcy shares her personal 'why' behind her work. In this episode, we discuss: The three levels of showing up: Barely There, Just Showing Up, and Truly Showing Up. Why your energy is a "wave" before it becomes a "particle" in your physical reality. The impact of stress and cortisol on your creativity and ability to achieve your goals. How to transition from "By Me" (the treadmill of hard work) to "Through Me" (living in flow). Resources Mentioned: Marcy Axelrod’s Book: How We Choose to Show Up on Amazon https://amzn.to/48nLEm7 Marcy’s Website: ChooseToShowUp.com Marcy Axelrod Marcy’s Instagram: Instagram Kelly Schuknecht’s Website: https://kellyschuknecht.com If this episode resonated with you or someone you know, don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with those who might need to hear Marcy Axelrod's story. For more resources to help you write and market your book, visit kellyschuknecht.com.

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In this episode of Beyond the Bestseller, host Kelly Schuknecht interviews Marcy Axelrod, author of ’How We Choose to Show Up.’ They discuss the journey of writing the book, the importance of understanding how we show up in life, and the three levels of showing up: barely there, just showing up, and truly showing up. Marcy emphasizes the need for a mindset shift to truly engage with the world and the significance of living a meaningful life. The conversation also touches on the challenges of transitioning from a state of stress to one of presence and authenticity, and Marcy shares her personal ’why’ behind her work.

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