The Life Coach Lounge

What do you do when a friendship ends without closure—and you’re left carrying the guilt?In this honest and vulnerable episode, Lisa is joined by Angela and Emily to unpack the emotional aftermath of unresolved friendships, sudden relationship endings, and the heavy burden of self-blame, guilt, and shame. If you’ve ever found yourself replaying conversations, wondering “What did I do wrong?”, or struggling to let go of a relationship without answers, this conversation will resonate deeply.Together, they explore how the brain creates stories to fill the silence when there’s no explanation—and how those stories can turn into limiting beliefs that impact future relationships. You’ll learn how emotional baggage, unprocessed grief, and people-pleasing patterns can keep you stuck, and why closure isn’t always required for healing.This episode offers powerful mindset shifts and practical tools to help you:Let go of guilt that isn’t yours to carryBreak free from cycles of overthinking and self-blameUnderstand the difference between guilt vs. shameProcess grief after a friendship breakupRebuild confidence and show up authentically in relationshipsChallenge the belief that “you are the problem”If you’re navigating a toxic friendship, friendship breakup, or simply trying to move forward after a confusing or painful relationship ending, this episode will help you find clarity, peace, and emotional freedom.Remember: just because a relationship ended doesn’t mean you were the reason.Keywords: friendship breakup, no closure, unresolved relationships, emotional healing, let go of guilt, self blame, shame, overthinking relationships, grief, people pleasing, toxic friendship, relationship anxiety, healing after breakup, mindset, personal growthYou’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram

Are your leisure habits helping you grow—or quietly draining your energy?In this faith-filled episode of The Life Coach Lounge, Christian life coaches Emily Kolars, Angela Pleune, and Lisa Gates dive into the powerful connection between your daily habits, free time, and overall well-being. If you’ve ever felt stuck in mindless scrolling, unfulfilling routines, or burnout, this conversation will help you rethink how you spend your downtime.We explore the difference between life-giving leisure activities and low-quality habits that leave you feeling depleted. From social media overuse to binge-watching and buffering behaviors, you’ll learn how to recognize when your habits are serving as escape instead of restoration.Discover how to intentionally choose restorative hobbies to dramatically improve your mental health, emotional well-being, and spiritual growth.Your free time is shaping who you’re becoming. When you align your habits with your values and your faith, you create space for deeper connection, clarity, and fulfillment.If you’re ready to stop feeling drained and start living with more intention, this episode will give you the tools to transform your downtime into something truly life-giving.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠InstagramChristian podcast, faith-based personal growth, leisure habits, healthy habits, intentional living, mindless scrolling, social media detox, habit stacking, mental wellness, spiritual growth, Christian life coach, personal development, routines for success, meaningful hobbies, rest and renewal, faith and habits, emotional health

Spring isn’t just for cleaning your home—it’s an invitation to renew your mind, too. In this episode of The Life Coach Lounge, we’re talking about how to declutter your space and your thoughts so you can experience more peace, clarity, and purpose.Do you have that one pile in your house you keep avoiding? What if the same thing is happening in your mind? From overthinking and negative self-talk to comparison and emotional overwhelm, mental clutter can quietly steal your joy.Join Emily, Angela, and Lisa as they share faith-based life coaching tools to help you:Identify the thoughts that no longer serve youLet go of mental clutter rooted in liesReplace negativity with truth through ScriptureBuild simple, daily habits to maintain a peaceful mindsetWith relatable stories, honest conversation, and practical encouragement, this episode will help you reset your heart and mind—without pressure or perfection.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠InstagramKeyword: spring cleaning your mind, mental declutter, Christian mindset, faith-based podcast, renew your mind, biblical encouragement, overthinking help, negative thoughts, self-talk, decluttering tips

Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on ⁠Instagram⁠Angela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: ⁠Website⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge ⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠ for details!In this episode, Lisa, Angela and Emily explore how the strategic principles of the game Survivor can be applied to everyday life, focusing on mindset, resilience, and relationship management. They offer practical insights on handling surprises, scarcity mindset, and limiting beliefs. Perfect for fans of the game and those looking to navigate life's unexpected blindsides with grace.Keywords: Survivor, mindset, resilience, life coaching, scarcity, limiting beliefs, emotional health, personal growth, strategy, life lessonsKey  topics:The parallels between "Survivor" game strategies and navigating life challenges, including handling blindsides and strategic alliances.How to cultivate an abundant mindset versus a scarcity mindset in daily life, especially during stressful or transitional periods.The significance of processing emotions rather than reacting impulsively when faced with surprises or setbacks.Practical tips for recognizing and letting go of limiting beliefs that hinder personal growth and resilience.The role of accountability and spiritual partnership in overcoming obstacles and restoring emotional strength.Techniques for negotiating reality and pivoting effectively when plans don't go as expected.The importance of self-care, asking for help, and resourcefulness during times of adversity.How to manage the end of "game" moments—whether setbacks or personal failures—and see them as opportunities for new beginnings.The power of grace and dignity in handling surprises, setbacks, and the inevitable "tribal council" moments in life.Practical coaching tools and mindset shifts to move from survival mode to thriving, including reframing doubts and negative self-talk.

The Armor of God: A Life Coaching PerspectiveIn this episode of The Life Coach Lounge, Angela guides a conversation around the spiritual armor from Ephesians 6, offering practical insights on how it applies to everyday life through a coaching perspective. Angela, Emily and Lisa discuss the fight against unseen enemies, the importance of truth, righteousness, faith, and prayer, and how to strengthen your spiritual defenses.Understanding the spiritual battle in Ephesians 6 and what we're fighting againstThe significance of truth and identity in Christian life coachingHow the breastplate of righteousness relates to self-worth and identity in ChristThe role of faith and mental imagery—shields and arrows in spiritual warfarePractical strategies for emotional regulation and response versus reactionUsing scripture and spoken word to combat negativity and strengthen faithThe importance of prayer and community support in standing firmKeywords: Spiritual Armor, Ephesians 6, Christian Coaching, Faith, Emotional Regulation, Spiritual Warfare, Christian Life, Prayer, Biblical PrinciplesYou’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details! Find the Armor of God printable here as well!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram

In this episode of The Life Coach Lounge, Emily, Angela, and Lisa dive into the ever-evolving world of technology, artificial intelligence (AI), and creativity—and how it’s shaping the way we think, create, and connect.From nostalgic memories of Nextel phones, cassette tapes, and boomboxes to today’s digital platforms like Pinterest, Spotify, and YouTube, this conversation explores how far we’ve come—and what we may be losing along the way.Is technology enhancing our creativity—or quietly replacing it? Are we becoming too dependent on digital tools to think, solve problems, and express ourselves?Together, the hosts unpack:How technology impacts creativity and critical thinkingThe pros and cons of AI in everyday life and workWays digital platforms influence inspiration and comparisonThe importance of authentic human connection in a tech-driven worldHow to discern what’s real vs. artificial in the age of AIPractical ways to protect your unique voice and God-given creativityThis episode is your reminder that technology is a tool—not a replacement for who you are. Your creativity, your perspective, and your voice are irreplaceable.Whether you’re feeling inspired by AI or overwhelmed by it, this honest, faith-filled conversation will help you use technology with intention while staying grounded in what truly matters.Tune in for real talk, encouragement, and practical wisdom to help you thrive in a digital world—without losing yourself.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, hosts Emily, Lisa, and Angela discuss the multifaceted role of technology in our lives. They explore personal relationships with technology, the struggles it brings, and the importance of setting boundaries. The conversation also highlights favorite apps and tools that enhance productivity and connection, while emphasizing the neutrality of technology as a tool that can be used positively or negatively depending on individual choices.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramtechnology, coaching, apps, boundaries, balance, struggles, tools, productivity, connection, neutrality

Join Lisa, Angela, and Emily as they explore the often overlooked depth of saying "no" — from identity and faith to psychological and emotional impacts. Discover how embracing authentic boundaries can lead to greater freedom, purpose, and spiritual alignment.In this episode, you'll learn:Why saying "no" isn't always as freeing as we thinkThe common psychological and spiritual reasons behind over-committingHow to recognize the difference between discomfort and dishonesty in your responsesThe role of identity, motives, and perfectionism in honoring your yes and noPractical steps to pause, reflect, and confidently set boundariesThe importance of understanding your capacity and purpose in decision-makingHow to navigate the guilt, shame, and approval-seeking that often accompany saying noThe Christian perspective on commitments with biblical references (Matthew 5:37)Real-life examples from motherhood, friendships, and faith communitiesHow modeling healthy boundaries impacts you and those around youYou’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, Angela, Emily, and Lisa explore the concept of thoughts, particularly focusing on what thoughts are not. They discuss the nature of thoughts, emphasizing that they are not facts, prayers, or identities. The conversation delves into how thoughts can be influenced by our experiences and mental health, and the importance of capturing and examining our thoughts to align them with truth. The hosts also highlight the significance of prayer and the distinction between ruminating and genuine prayer, encouraging listeners to reflect on their thought patterns and their impact on identity.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramlife coaching, thoughts, mental health, self-awareness, identity, prayer, Christian coaching, negative thoughts, personal growth, emotional well-being

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, hosts Emily, Angela, and Lisa explore the complexities of venting. They discuss whether venting is helpful or harmful, sharing personal insights and analogies to illustrate their points. The conversation delves into the purpose of venting, the importance of safe relationships, and the potential risks of unproductive venting. They also provide practical strategies for healthy venting, emphasizing the role of faith and intention in managing emotions. The episode concludes with a reminder of the power of words and the significance of who we choose to vent to.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramventing, emotional release, coaching, relationships, mental health, communication, faith, self-awareness, personal growth, emotional intelligence

In this episode, Lisa Gates and her co-hosts Angela and Emily engage in a fun and insightful game called the One Word Challenge. They explore various themes related to personal growth, self-awareness, and coaching techniques through rapid-fire one-word responses. The conversation delves into deeper reflections on their answers, highlighting the importance of curiosity, emotional intelligence, and the dynamics of communication in coaching. The episode concludes with a plot twist round where they describe each other in one word, fostering a sense of connection and understanding among the hosts.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramlife coaching, one word challenge, personal growth, self-awareness, coaching techniques, public speaking, emotional intelligence, communication skills, mindfulness, personal development

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, Angela, Emily, and Lisa delve into the concept of attitude, exploring its profound impact on our lives. They discuss how our mindset shapes our experiences, the power of choice in adversity, and the importance of intentional positivity. Through personal stories and biblical references, they emphasize the significance of gratitude, the influence of others' attitudes, and the role of body language in communication. The conversation encourages listeners to embrace a positive mindset, recognizing that while we cannot always control our circumstances, we can choose our attitude towards them.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramattitude, mindset, positivity, adversity, gratitude, personal growth, emotional intelligence, life coaching, choice, influence

In this episode of Life Coach Lounge, hosts Emily, Lisa, and Angela discuss the theme of derailment in life—what happens when plans go awry and how to recover from unexpected interruptions. They share personal stories of derailment, explore emotional and spiritual responses to life's challenges, and emphasize the importance of acceptance and resilience. The conversation also touches on the role of faith in understanding suffering and finding purpose in disruptions. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own experiences and consider how they can navigate life's derailments with grace and hope.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramderailment, life coaching, emotional recovery, spiritual growth, coping strategies, acceptance, personal stories, resilience, life interruptions, faith

In this engaging conversation, the hosts discuss the complexities of food, emotional eating, and the importance of being mindful about dietary choices. They explore the concept of buffering, where individuals use food to cope with emotions, and emphasize the need for bodily awareness to understand hunger cues. Personal experiences with various dietary approaches, including intermittent fasting and Whole30, are shared, highlighting the importance of listening to one's body and making informed food choices. The conversation concludes with encouragement for listeners to engage with their own food experiences and share insights.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramfood, emotional eating, buffering, dietary choices, mindful eating, fasting, health, wellness, life coaching, personal experiences

In this episode, Lisa Gates and her fellow life coaches, Emily Kolars and Angela Pleune, delve into the pervasive issue of overthinking. They share personal anecdotes and insights on how overthinking can rob us of peace and clarity, often leading to anxiety and exhaustion. The conversation explores the mechanics of overthinking, the importance of quiet reflection, and practical strategies to manage anxious thoughts. The coaches emphasize the need for mindfulness, decision-making, and the power of asking the right questions to combat overthinking. They encourage listeners to embrace their humanity and recognize that overthinking is a common experience, offering support and tools to navigate it effectively.Link to Julia's (Emily's friend) post about embracing quiet moments in our day: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17oeUuAF17/You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramoverthinking, anxiety, life coaching, mental health, self-help, personal growth, decision making, mindfulness, quiet time, reflection

In this engaging episode of the Life Coach Lounge, hosts Angela, Emily, and Lisa dive into the profound impact books have had on their lives. They explore the different ways books can transport readers to other times and places, change habits, and provide comfort and inspiration. The conversation covers their personal preferences for reading formats, favorite genres, and cherished childhood books. They also discuss the challenges of finishing books, the joy of discovering new authors, and the importance of reading as a form of personal growth and connection. The episode wraps up with a heartfelt invitation to listeners to share their favorite books and join in the transformative power of reading.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, hosts Lisa, Emily, and Angela delve into the emotional aspects of decluttering and organization. They discuss how the state of our physical spaces often reflects deeper emotional issues, such as control and discomfort. The conversation includes personal anecdotes, practical tips for organizing, and the importance of addressing underlying emotions rather than just focusing on the physical act of decluttering. The hosts emphasize that while organizing can provide a sense of control, it is essential to also confront the emotional challenges that may arise during the process.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramdecluttering, organization, emotions, nervous system, personal experiences, control, discomfort, mental health, tips, coaching

In this episode, Emily, Angela and Lisa reflect on their journey of starting a podcast, discussing the initial idea sparked by a family member, the challenges they faced, and the growth they experienced along the way. They emphasize the importance of authentic conversation, the role of technology in their process, and the impact their podcast has had on their listeners. The episode concludes with an invitation for listeners to join them in a virtual lounge for more personal interaction.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagrampodcast, life coaching, friendship, personal growth, overcoming fear, technology, community, encouragement, virtual lounge, authentic conversation

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, Emily, Lisa, and Angela discuss their New Year's traditions and reflections on the past year. They explore the importance of pondering the past, preparing for the future, and planning with purpose through 90-day goals. The conversation emphasizes the significance of mindset shifts and the power of gratitude as they transition into the new year.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠InstagramNew Year, traditions, reflections, mindset, goal setting, life coaching, personal growth, planning, gratitude, possibilities

The holiday season is a time filled with joy, laughter, and sometimes a touch of stress. In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge podcast, hosts Lisa, Angela, and Emily share their unique holiday traditions, offer insights into the quirks of gift-giving, and explore the lighter side of holiday stressors. Join us as we dive into festive fun and heartfelt conversations that celebrate the spirit of the season.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramfamily memories, gift-giving, humor, re-gifting, holiday traditions, family connection, Christmas fun, friendship, festive season

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, hosts Emily, Lisa, and Angela explore the concepts of true self and false self, discussing how these identities shape our lives and relationships. They delve into personal experiences, the impact of fear and love on our identities, and the importance of vulnerability. The conversation also touches on C.S. Lewis's 'The Great Divorce' and how it relates to living authentically. The hosts emphasize the need for awareness, grace, and practical steps to embrace our true selves while overcoming the false self's limitations.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠InstagramTrue Self, False Self, Coaching, Personal Growth, Vulnerability, Identity, Love, Fear, C.S. Lewis, The Great Divorce

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, Angela, Lisa, and Emily discuss the theme of overwhelm, particularly during busy seasons like the holidays and significant life events. They share personal stories and insights on how to navigate feelings of being overwhelmed, emphasizing the importance of managing expectations, practicing gratitude, and being present. The conversation also includes practical tips for easing the stress of busy times, such as delegating tasks, simplifying traditions, and focusing on daily priorities.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramoverwhelm, busy seasons, life coaching, mental health, self-care, gratitude, presence, managing stress, practical tips, mindset

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, hosts Emily, Lisa, and Angela delve into the multifaceted concept of self-care. They explore its definitions, the importance of regular self-care practices, and the distinction between self-care and self-indulgence. The conversation emphasizes the necessity of self-care for avoiding burnout and maintaining overall well-being. Personal experiences and practical tips are shared, including the significance of Sabbath rest and the non-negotiables each host has in their self-care routines. The episode concludes with encouragement to seek guidance in developing personalized self-care strategies.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramself-care, mental health, wellness, life coaching, personal growth, spiritual health, burnout, self-indulgence, habits, routines

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, Angela, Emily, and Lisa dive into their Thanksgiving traditions, discussing everything from food preferences like stuffing versus dressing, to activities such as watching football or movies. They share personal anecdotes about holiday decorations, side dishes, and the emotional complexities that can accompany the holiday. The conversation also touches on childhood memories and current family gatherings, culminating in a heartfelt discussion about gratitude and the importance of reflection during the holiday season.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠InstagramThanksgiving, traditions, food, gratitude, family, recipes, emotions, memories, celebrations, holiday

In this episode, Lisa, Emily, and Angela explore the concept of living gratitude in real life. They discuss the difference between gratitude and thankfulness, the pressure to feel grateful, and practical ways to cultivate a gratitude practice. The conversation emphasizes the importance of intentionality in gratitude and the need to acknowledge both positive and negative emotions. The hosts share personal experiences and insights on how to navigate the complexities of gratitude in everyday life.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramgratitude, thankfulness, emotional well-being, gratitude practice, intentional living, mental health, personal growth, journaling, self-reflection, positivity

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, hosts Emily, Angela, and Lisa delve into the complexities of perfectionism. They explore personal confessions, the nuances of perfectionism, and how it manifests in their lives. The conversation highlights the importance of recognizing perfectionism's impact on mental health and personal growth, emphasizing the need for self-acceptance and vulnerability. The hosts share practical strategies for reframing perfectionist thoughts and encourage listeners to embrace their imperfections as part of their journey.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramperfectionism, self-improvement, personal growth, vulnerability, coaching, mental health, self-acceptance, overcoming perfectionism, life coaching, personal development

In this conversation, Lisa, Angela, and Emily discuss the challenges of navigating family gatherings during the holiday season. They share personal experiences and practical strategies for managing anxiety, setting expectations, and fostering positive interactions. The discussion emphasizes the importance of mindset, acceptance, and self-care in creating a fulfilling holiday experience.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠InstagramMake your own Life Coach Lounge Blend using Lisa's Young Living Essentials Oilsholidays, family gatherings, anxiety, acceptance, emotional intelligence, self-care, relationships, coaching, personal growth, communication

In this episode, Emily, Angela, and Lisa explore the concepts of scarcity and abundance mindsets, discussing how these perspectives affect emotional well-being and personal growth. They share personal anecdotes, define key terms, and provide practical strategies for recognizing and shifting from a scarcity mindset to one of abundance. The conversation emphasizes the importance of gratitude, generosity, and faith in cultivating an abundant life, while also acknowledging the challenges that come with maintaining this mindset. Listeners are encouraged to identify scarcity thoughts and replace them with faith-filled affirmations.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠InstagramEmily’s Young Living link for 10% off Brain Power: Brain Power Essential Oil Blendscarcity mindset, abundance mindset, emotional well-being, Christian life coaching, personal growth, gratitude, generosity, faith, life transitions, encouragement

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, Angela, Emily, and Lisa reflect on their wedding experiences, discussing what they would change, memorable moments, and the evolution of wedding planning. They explore the differences between contracts and covenants in marriage, share advice for brides-to-be, and emphasize the importance of communication and mindset in maintaining a healthy marriage. The conversation also touches on the empty nest experience and encourages listeners to share their own wedding stories.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramwedding, marriage, reflections, planning, counseling, vows, advice, memorable moments, empty nest, listener stories

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge Podcast, Angela, Emily, and Lisa explore the theme of joy in marriage, sharing personal stories and insights on how to maintain connection and fun in long-term relationships. They discuss the importance of being intentional, overcoming challenges, and finding joy in everyday moments. The conversation includes practical ideas for dates, the significance of laughter, and the value of dreaming together as a couple. They also touch on the importance of seeking support when needed and making small mindset shifts to foster connection.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagrammarriage, joy, connection, fun, relationships, personal stories, challenges, date ideas, laughter, support

In this conversation, Lisa, Angela, and Emily explore the concept of 'doing the work' in personal growth, discussing its implications in various life contexts, including parenting, marriage, and self-improvement. They share personal anecdotes, metaphors, and practical strategies for navigating emotional challenges and fostering resilience. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the emotional weight behind the term 'work' and offers insights into how to approach personal growth with curiosity and intention.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagrampersonal growth, self-help, emotional work, life coaching, doing the work, metaphors, marriage, resilience, bridge thoughts, emotional intelligence

In this episode, Lisa, Angela, and Emily reflect on the swift passage of time as they transition into the final quarter of the year. They share personal experiences from the past months, discussing the highs and lows of their lives, including family changes, home purchases, and the challenges of managing time. The conversation shifts to setting intentions and goals for the upcoming quarter, emphasizing the importance of self-care and the need to unplug during the busy holiday season. They conclude with a reminder to embrace change and give oneself permission to rest and reflect.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramtime management, goal setting, holiday planning, personal growth, reflections, transitions, self-care, family, change, productivity

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, Angela, Lisa, and Emily discuss the emotional complexities of the empty nest transition. They share personal experiences, explore new habits formed after children leave home, and reflect on the joys and challenges of this new phase of life. The conversation touches on date nights, meal planning, and the lasting habits of motherhood, all while emphasizing the importance of finding purpose and joy in this season of life.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramempty nest, parenting, life transitions, new habits, date nights, meal planning, emotional health, motherhood, personal growth, family dynamics

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, hosts Emily, Angela, and Lisa delve into the world of life coaching, sharing personal experiences and insights. They discuss common myths about coaching, the reasons people seek coaches, and what to expect during coaching sessions. The conversation emphasizes the importance of finding the right coach and the value of coaching in personal development. Listeners are encouraged to seek support and remember that they are not alone in their journey.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramlife coaching, personal development, coaching myths, coaching benefits, finding a coach, coaching sessions, self-worth, confidence, emotional support, Christian life coaching

In this episode of The Life Coach Lounge, hosts Lisa, Angela, and Emily delve into the concept of 'having it all' and the societal pressures that accompany it. They discuss the toxic nature of multitasking and the myth of superwoman, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and realistic expectations. The conversation highlights the detrimental effects of comparison and the burden of 'shoulds' in daily life. The hosts offer coaching techniques to help women redefine success, invest their time wisely, and embrace their unique journeys. Ultimately, they encourage listeners to be present and appreciate what they have.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramlife coaching, women empowerment, having it all, multitasking, comparison, self-care, personal growth, coaching techniques, mindset, self-awareness

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, hosts Lisa, Angela, and Emily reflect on their experiences with back-to-school transitions, parenting, and the journey of raising children. They share nostalgic memories, discuss the challenges and joys of homeschooling, and explore the emotional complexities of parenting young adults. The conversation emphasizes the importance of flexibility, understanding, and personal growth in both parenting and education. The hosts encourage listeners to embrace their unique parenting journeys and to give themselves permission to navigate the ups and downs of family life with grace and love.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramback to school, parenting, homeschooling, nostalgia, life lessons, young adulthood, emotional growth, family dynamics, education choices, personal growth

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, the hosts discuss their travel experiences, challenges, and the concept of 'travel angels' that help them navigate the ups and downs of traveling. They share practical tips for packing, the differences between air travel and road trips, and how coaching insights can enhance travel experiences. The conversation emphasizes the importance of mindset in overcoming travel anxiety and the value of having a wellness toolbox while traveling. The hosts also reflect on their post-travel routines and the importance of being prepared for unexpected situations.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramtravel, life coaching, travel tips, travel experiences, travel anxiety, packing essentials, travel angels, mindset, road trips, air travel

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, hosts Lisa, Angela, and Emily explore the complexities of social media connections versus real-life relationships. They discuss the phenomenon of feeling like a 'familiar stranger' with online acquaintances, the impact of comparison on self-perception, and the importance of building authentic connections in a digital world. The conversation emphasizes the need for vulnerability and authenticity in relationships, both online and offline, and offers practical tips for fostering deeper connections.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, Angela, Lisa, and Emily discuss the themes of intentional rest versus laziness, exploring how to recognize the need for rest in our busy lives. They share personal experiences, biblical insights, and practical tips for embracing rest without guilt. The conversation emphasizes the importance of modeling healthy rest habits for the next generation and recognizing the signs that our bodies need a break. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own lives and consider where they might need to give themselves permission to rest.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, hosts Emily, Angela, and Lisa discuss the joys and stresses of event planning. They share personal experiences, practical tips, and mindset shifts that can help make hosting enjoyable rather than overwhelming. The conversation covers everything from planning strategies and tools to creating a welcoming atmosphere and the importance of being present during events. They also touch on the significance of recovery time after hosting and how to maintain a positive mindset throughout the process.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramevent planning, party planning, mindset shifts, hosting tips, life coaching, stress management, practical advice, connection, community, personal growth

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, Angela, Lisa, and Emily discuss the importance of self-coaching and the power of thoughts in shaping our experiences. They explore how our thoughts influence our emotions and actions, emphasizing the need to take our thoughts captive. The conversation delves into practical tools for managing thoughts, including journaling and thought downloads, and highlights the significance of power thoughts in creating a fulfilling life. The hosts share personal insights and encourage listeners to be mindful of their thoughts and emotions.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramlife coaching, self-coaching, thoughts, emotions, personal development, mindfulness, coaching model, mental health, gratitude, abundance

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, hosts Angela, Lisa, and Emily dive into a lighthearted discussion about handbags. They explore the contents of their bags, share personal stories related to their handbag experiences, and reflect on how these items reveal aspects of their identities. The conversation also touches on the evolution of handbags, the importance of organization, and the humorous surprises found within their bags. Listeners are encouraged to engage by sharing their own handbag audits and experiences.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramlife coaching, handbags, personal stories, organization, women, friendship, lifestyle, tips, coaching, self-discovery

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, Angela, Lisa, and Emily discuss the concept of fasting, not just in terms of food but also in various aspects of life, including spending and social media. They share personal experiences with different types of fasting, including sugar fasts and dietary restrictions, and delve into Angela's one-year challenge of not spending on herself. The conversation explores the mindset shifts required for successful fasting, the lessons learned from the experience, and future aspirations towards minimalism and intentional living.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramfasting, personal growth, spending challenge, mindset, willpower, minimalism, life coaching, self-improvement, gratitude, intentional living

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, Angela, Lisa, and Emily share personal stories, confessions, and unpopular opinions, creating a light-hearted and relatable atmosphere. They discuss their weekend activities, family time, and delve into various topics such as food preferences, grocery shopping experiences, cultural references, and technology use. The conversation highlights the importance of authenticity and the humorous side of life coaching, making it a fun and engaging listen for anyone interested in personal growth and connection.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramlife coaching, personal stories, confessions, unpopular opinions, family time, food preferences, grocery shopping, cultural references, technology, self-improvement

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, the hosts discuss the importance of letting go of expectations in relationships and life. They explore how expectations can lead to resentment and emotional drama, emphasizing the need for open communication and self-awareness. The conversation delves into parenting, the impact of expectations on personal growth, and the broader implications in society. The hosts encourage listeners to embrace imperfection and focus on their own emotional experiences rather than placing blame on others.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramexpectations, relationships, parenting, self-awareness, emotional growth, coaching, communication, personal development, life coaching, letting go

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, hosts Lisa, Emily, and Angela engage in a light-hearted yet insightful discussion about family meals, cooking techniques, and the evolution of dining experiences as children grow. They explore the differences between 'dinner' and 'supper', share meal planning hacks, and reflect on the challenges of accommodating dietary restrictions and picky eaters. The conversation emphasizes the importance of connection during meal times and offers practical advice for parents navigating the complexities of family dining.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramlife coaching, meal planning, family meals, cooking tips, dinner discussions, dietary restrictions, parenting advice, food preferences, kitchen tools, family dynamics

In this episode, Angela, Lisa, and Emily explore the concept of 'life sentences'—subconscious beliefs formed in childhood that can dictate our self-perception and actions. They share personal stories of how these beliefs have shaped their lives, the challenges of identifying and confronting them, and the importance of applying truth to break free from these strongholds. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-compassion and the journey of personal growth, encouraging listeners to embrace their past while moving forward with purpose.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramlife sentences, personal growth, self-awareness, coaching, emotional healing, middle age, strongholds, self-discovery, purpose, compassion

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, hosts Angela, Lisa, and Emily engage in a light-hearted rapid-fire game before diving into a reflective discussion about what advice they would give their 20-year-old selves. They share personal stories and insights on love, family, self-care, and the importance of living authentically. The conversation emphasizes the value of relationships, the inevitability of change, and the significance of taking risks and living life on purpose.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramlife coaching, self-improvement, personal growth, advice, relationships, self-care, life lessons, reflection, friendships, family

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, hosts Lisa, Angela, and Emily delve into the theme of discomfort, exploring how it can be a catalyst for growth and personal development. They discuss their personal experiences with discomfort, the importance of acceptance, and share various tools and strategies for navigating emotional pain. The conversation emphasizes that discomfort is a natural part of life and encourages listeners to embrace it rather than avoid it.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramdiscomfort, growth, acceptance, life coaching, emotional pain, personal development, journaling, coping strategies, mental health, self-awareness

In this episode of the Life Coach Lounge, hosts Angela, Lisa, and Emily discuss the concept of 90 day goals, exploring how this framework can lead to greater focus and achievement compared to traditional long-term resolutions. They share personal experiences with goal setting, the importance of making goals measurable, and the role of accountability in achieving success. The conversation emphasizes that goals can be fun and creative, and that the journey of setting and pursuing goals is just as important as the outcomes.In this episode, you'll learn:The concept of 90 day goals allows for greater focus and urgency.Setting smaller, achievable goals can lead to better results than long-term resolutions.Goals can be fun and creative, not just serious or daunting tasks.Habit stacking can help integrate new goals into daily routines.Measurable goals provide clarity and a sense of accomplishment.The journey of setting goals is as important as the outcome.Accountability can enhance motivation and success in achieving goals.It's okay to adjust goals based on personal circumstances and learning.Celebrating small wins can boost confidence and motivation.Learning from past experiences with goals can inform future goal setting.You’re invited to hang out with us once a month in our “Virtual Lounge” on Zoom! Join the Life Coach Lounge Facebook Group for details!Connect with us:The Life Coach Lounge on InstagramAngela Pleune: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Emily Kolars: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website, Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa Gates: Website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagramlife coaching, 90 day goals, personal development, goal setting, self-improvement, accountability, reading, habits, mindset, motivation