Episode Details

Life doesn't pause for your goals, and that's exactly why this week's conversation with Dr. Rishma Walji hits home. She joins Laura Jane Layton to talk about getting what you want when real life is really happening. From juggling change and priorities to redefining success, this episode explores how to stay intentional and grounded even when life feels messy. Learn how to make peace with "chosen loss," use curiosity instead of judgment, and move forward with compassion when plans don't go as planned.

Key takeaways to listen for

• How to set meaningful goals when life feels chaotic

• The power of visioning over traditional vision boards

• Why "should" is the worst decision-making metric

• Creative ways to move forward when time, energy, or money feel scarce

• Surprising link between joy, identity, and intentional living

Resources mentioned in this episode

Grab your free workbook, How to Figure Out What You (Really) Want, and start uncovering your true goals, not what others expect, but what you genuinely want for your life and future. Download it now at https://livingxo.com/mygoals.

About Dr. Rishma Walji

Dr. Rishma Walji is a Naturopathic Doctor and PhD. She is the founder of XO Living, a lifestyle and wellness brand that helps growth-oriented people create deeper connections with themselves and others. She is the host of the XO Conversations Podcast, a narrative science + storytelling style podcast on personal development, and the author of an upcoming book on intentional decision-making.

Connect with Dr. Rishma

• Website: XO Living

• Podcast: XO Conversations | Apple Podcasts

• Email: hello@livingxo.com

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