The Dash: Making Meaningful Memories

In this episode you'll learn practical ways to create meaningful memories that will last a lifetime.  Join host Dr. Rishma Walji with her guest Rishma Govani as they discuss love, family and making meaningful memories. Summary: When we think about living a full life, it's about the things we experience. The people we connect with the memories we make. After all, it's the memories of our lives that make us who we are. There are ways to make those memories more meaningful to you. There are also ways to create and recall happy moments more easily. In this episode, we talk about family bonding, connecting with those you love, and how you can intentionally build a richer 'highlight reel' of your own life.“Wow, what a life. It’s an inspiration. And I’ll never look at that dash the same way again.”Questions We Answer in This Episode: How to make memories that will last a lifetimeHow memories work in your brainIntentionally creating more happy memories with your familyIn This Episode We Discuss:[00:03] Guest Rishma Govani’s love story [03:40] How having a joy for life and trying new things can make every day count. [06:35] How memory works in the brain in the brain. [10:26] How you can be more intentional about creating meaningful memories with your family. [13:06] How to enhance your brain's ability to store and recall positive memories. Try new things, Make Traditions, Tell a Story, Use Props, Create a Sensory Experience, and Recognize Peaks and Struggles.[15:44] Purposefully creating new things to look forward to.[17:38] A beautiful tradition to celebrate love and each other. And an idea for how to create your own story and tradition with a partner or family or someone you care about. [19:30] How to remind your brain about the highlights and memories that you want to savour. [23:21] A way to help you become fully attentive and fully present in the moment, which will help to solidify the memory into your mind. [25:00] Kids book about traveling, food and diversity. [26:50] How ups and downs of life contribute to memories and memorable emotions. [37:46] Recap of the ways to help yourself create and remember moments and memories that will last forever.  Connect:Rishma Govani’s book Sushi and SamosasAly’s tribute videoMentioned:Miek Wiking: The Art of Making MemoriesFind Out More:About Your Host, Rishma WaljiInstagram: @_livingxo_Website: Livingxo.comWorkshopsClarity JournalConnected Parent Journal Engage & Connect:Want more insights, tips, and personal stories? Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive content and updates on upcoming episodes.Gifts for Listeners:Take your first step towards an extraordinary life with our FREE resources. Check out our free quiz at livingxo.com/quiz and plot your current decision-making process. Discover actionable steps to move closer to your goals.Grab my FREE gratitude challenge: livingxo.com/gratitudeDownload my FREE handout 5 Must-Ask Questions before making a decision livingxo.com/questionsFREE workbook to help you figure out what you really want (not what you think you should want): livingxo.com/mygoals p.s. If you found value in this episode, please share and leave a 5 star rating and review on your preferred podcast platform!