Ep #119 | Living Life on Purpose and Parenting as an Introvert with Erica Layne

Published: March 12, 2019, 7 a.m.

How do you live a life on purpose and what does that even mean?

In this episode with Erica Layne from the Life on Purpose Movement, we talk about where to get started in being more intentional with your life if you're feeling overwhelmed. Erica gives realistic tips on how to determine what to say no to and how to actually do it when you're nervous about others' feelings about it.\xa0

Erica gives her own definition of minimalism and how we can apply those concepts beyond just what we own. Finally, we also discuss how being an introvert can affect how you parent and how you might take that into consideration to maintain your energy in your everyday life.\xa0

Highlights:

  • Erica's background and the journey that lead to the Life in Purpose Movement
  • How to get over guilt in saying no to things that don't fit your priorities or strengths
  • Tips for responding to requests that aren't sure you want to say yes to
  • Applying minimalism beyond your home and the concepts in her book The Minimalist Way
  • Minimalism at home when you have kids
  • How you might handle motherhood differently if you're an introvert
  • Structuring your day to optimize your energy as a introvert
  • How to figure out if you're an introvert or extrovert

Today\u2019s Guest:

Erica Layne is a sunset chaser, mom of three, author of The Minimalist Way, and founder of The Life On Purpose Movement. Her goal is to help women trade overwhelm and fatigue for focus and peace.

Resources:

The Life On Purpose Movement site
The Life On Purpose Movement on Facebook
The Life On Purpose Movement on Instagram
The Minimalist Way: Declutter Your Life and Make Room for Joy