Slow Down Time Podcast

31. Being a human BEING not a human DOING. My thoughts on slow living and embracing your values

Growing up in an Asian household, there was an expectation to be productive, help take care of your siblings or study well to get a ‘good’ job.
 
In this episode, I share the expectations to keep doing more and how to escape this and embrace a slower life.
 
Are you moving towards slow living? DM me on Instagram @_kindofheart! https://www.instagram.com/_kindofheart/
 
AFFIRMATIONS
I am enough just being myself.
My worth is not determined by my productivity.
I embrace stillness and presence in my life.
My value lies in who I am, not just what I do.
Being present is a gift I give to myself.
I release the need to prove my worth through actions.
I find joy in the simple act of being.
My essence holds inherent value, beyond achievements.
Today, I choose being over doing.
I am human, and that is enough.
 
Timestamps
1:03 - Life update
2:04 - Intro
10:42 - Capitalism & consumerism
12:13 - Societal pressure
13:00 - Being busy as a status symbol
15:23 - Our priorities
17:52 - Difference between being and doing
20:20 - The core of Kind of Heart
 
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30. Let’s set our intentions for 2024 for a mindful and less busy year | Free resource!

There’s something about a new year that signifies a fresh start. This is when you might feel motivated and empowered to make resolutions or goals… that last just a few days or weeks.
 
In this episode, I share my new process of setting intentions, that is easier to follow through with!
 
Download my free guide - ‘Set Your Intentions’
https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/755296/109508781097878949/share
 
Timestamps
0:54 New year momentum
4:30 Free resource!
6:36 Setting intentions
7:27 Step 0 - Reflecting
16:47 Step 1 - Themes
19:50 Step 2 - Focus areas & goals
22:59 Step 3 - Guiding statements
26:45 Step 4 - Purpose
32:41 Step 5 - Strategy
40:41 Step 6 - Be in the right head space
 
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29. Can you REALLY be present during your work day? All of my tips!

Do you tend to get carried away with being productive at work? Maybe you struggle to find balance in your workday. Or constantly get home from work feeling physically and mentally drained.
 
In this episode, I share practical tips to infuse mindfulness into your day… no matter how busy it is! Life is more about BEING, rather than just DOING.
 
Join the Stretch & Relax Yoga Workshop! kindofheart.com/yogaworkshop
(This is the final week to sign up!)
 
Timestamps
1:04 - Intro
2:05 - Yoga workshop
3:48 - Monotasking
4:48 - Schedule your breaks
5:46 - Gratitude
6:27 - Journal
7:47 - Transitions
8:44 - Deep breaths
9:40 - Notice
10:27 - Grounding
11:19 - Listen
12:46 - Touch
13:49 - Body scan
15:13 - Mindful eating
16:06 - Stretching
17:20 - Driving with no music
18:32 - Set intentions
21:36 - Yoga workshop
 
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28. 7 types of rest you need to feel more balanced in your life

If you’ve ever been so busy in your work and life and taken some time off to rest but didn’t feel better afterwards, you’ll benefit from this episode.
 
I share the 7 types of rest you might be overlooking and how to get the rest you need to feel balanced and rejuvenated! From physical to spiritual rest, we explore different ways you can take care of yourself depending on what you might need in the moment.
 
Timestamps
0:56 - My experience of rest lately
4:24 - 1 Physical rest
9:15 - 2 Mental rest
13:40 - 3 Emotional rest
18:16 - 4 Creative rest
21:58 - 5 Sensory rest
26:44 - 6 Social rest
28:56 - 7 Spiritual rest
 
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7 Types of rest - Summary sheet
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25. Expectations of romantic relationships w/ Amelia and Sam (Ask the Duo)

What was your perception of romantic relationships growing up?
How do your expectations impact on your relationships?
Do you feel societal or cultural pressure to follow the expected relationship timeline - find a partner, get married, have kids?
 
Amelia, Sam and I chat about our personal experiences before, during and after meeting our partners.
 
This was such a great one! Watch it on YouTube https://youtu.be/tFJ0PLLF22U
 
Timestamps
0:19 - Intro to Amelia and Sam
2:02 - Cultural background and family
10:28 - Perceptions of romantic relationships
20:46 - What were you looking for in a partner?
31:48 - Pressure to meet someone as an adult
42:43 - Letting go of expectations
53:01 - Current pressures
56.21 - 1 piece of advice
 
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Connect with Amelia and Sam!
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/asktheduopodcast/
Asktheduo Podcast
Spotify https://tinyurl.com/asktheduopodcast
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@asktheduopodcast
 
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23. Being unapologetically yourself w/ Charlene

In this episode, I talk to Charlene about her journey on figuring out her identity, loving herself and being unapologetically herself.
 
Charlene Behal is an Asian-Australian writer of Indian, Filipino and Vietnamese descent. Through her work, she explores the intersection of being a mixed, Asian, queer woman living in Australia. When she isn't writing, she loves listening to music, reading and cafe hopping or better yet; all three at once.
 
Timestamps
0:00 - Intro to Charlene
5:55 - Being unapologetically ourselves
20:20 - Different parts of your personality
35:15 - Charlene’s projects
38:33 - 1 piece of advice
 
The Calm Retreat 🌅 A place to start becoming your authentic self
Here’s the link for more details https://kindofheart.com/retreat/
Tickets are available until July 31st 2023.
 
Connect with Charlene!
Blog http://lenebehal.substack.com/
Current project http://instagram.com/beingasianaussie
Personal Instagram http://instagram.com/lenebehal
Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlene-behal-98b3251b6/
 
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22. Why you struggle to trust your own decisions

I recently entered a new unfamiliar space in my career and it brought up a lot of doubt and imposter syndrome. As a second generation woman, it’s difficult to trust in myself when I’m expected to be an ‘adult’ and have my life figured out.
 
In this episode, I talk about my experiences lately of navigating a new direction in my career and the reasons why you (and I!) might struggle to trust your instincts, your capabilities and decisions.
 
Timestamps
3:06 - New opportunity
7:32 - 1 Fulfilling societal expectations
13:01 - 2 Respect for elders
16:39 - 3 Western vs Eastern culture
19:34 - 4 Fear of failure
 
If you want support in learning to trust yourself again, I’m a certified Life Coach ready to help you!
 
I’m hosting the Calm Retreat 🌅 in August at the Blue Mountains. I would love for you to join me to reconnect with your authentic self and make aligned life choices.
Here’s the link for more details https://kindofheart.com/retreat/
Tickets are available until July 31st 2023.
 
Connect with me!
Follow me on Instagram & be a part of the second gen community https://www.instagram.com/_kindofheart/

20. Being a B-sian & not using her university degree to building self worth and a fulfilling career w/ Gen Yu

Do you feel worthless, incapable and unsatisfied with where you are in your life right now?
 
Many other Asian women also feel the same… being raised with the expectations of immigrant parents and the Asian culture, we’re all experiencing similar themes.
 
In this episode, I talk to Gen Yu about her experiences navigating life in a new country and creating a meaningful and fulfilling career for herself, despite her lower than average school grades.
 
Timestamps
3:19 - Introduction to Gen
6:51 - Meaning of self worth
11:43 - Our experiences
27:13 - Areas where Gen felt worthy and confident
32:36 - Tips to help with your self worth and confidence
39:59 - Finding a sense of direction
46:56 - 1 piece of advice
50:06 - Bloopers
 
About Gen
Genesis is a Reels and content marketing coach and social media manager with over 4.5 years of experience in social media management. She has been at the forefront of the constantly evolving social media landscape since 2018 and has a keen understanding of how the platform works.
With her extensive experience on the Instagram platform, Genesis specialises in teaching overwhelmed business owners to create engaging reels that showcase their expertise and get more eyes on their business.
 
💕 Journal prompts
How am I feeling at the moment? Am I trying to avoid feeling a certain way?
What do I need to feel my best?
Where can I take a big leap on myself?
 
Connect with Gen!
Follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/newgensocial/
Check out her biz https://www.newgensocial.com/coaching
 
Connect with me!
Sign up for the Calm Retreat https://kindofheart.com/retreat/
 
Resources
Book: Pyscho-Cybernetics by Maxwell Maltz

18. We didn’t follow these common wedding expectations w/ Raymond

In this episode, Raymond makes his first official appearance in my digital space! We got married last year and were overwhelmed with it from the beginning, so we didn’t start planning the wedding until 6 months after our engagement.
 
We chatted about the things we changed or didn’t incorporate into our wedding, in order to reduce the stress and overwhelm.
 
*Our wedding was tailored to us, our circumstances and what was important to us. So this is just from our perspective and experience.
 
Timestamps
1:57 - Introduction to Raymond
4:28 - Not following the wedding expectations
8:19 - Our priorities
15:40 - Bridesmaids & groomsmen gift boxes
18:06 - Engagement shoot
19:24 - Ceremony
21:17 - Guest favours
22:43 - Gift registry
23:58 - Wedding outfits
26:55 - Fancy stuff
28:55 - Wedding car
30:54 - Photobooth
33:25 - Guest list
35:27 - Honeymoon
 
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Apply for Living with Intention to uncover the survival beliefs that are impacting your life right now https://kindofheart.com/program/

17. Meiling’s experiences migrating from China to the USA as a teen

In this episode, I talk to Meiling about her experiences migrating from China to the USA alone, with her parents still back in China. She gets quite vulnerable about her journey before and after, her family and her friendships.
 
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction & Meiling’s life in China
3:25 - Cultural pressure
5:09 - Comparing schooling in China and the USA
17:05 - Roles as a daughter and sister
25:23 - Unraveling the expectations from society and culture
 
Meiling Liu is a ICF certified Soul Purpose & Spiritual Life Coach and a self taught artist. She moved to the U.S. in 2010 at age 16 from a small seaside town in China called Zhanjiang. Growing up, creativity was undervalued in her family and the school/societal environment.
At age 24, she started to experiment with various art mediums from self-studying online as an outlet for self-expression, and she gradually discovered that art-making can be a precious tool to excavate our true self and a path towards healing and self-liberation.
 
With Meiling’s current coaching services, she now guides people to reinvent themselves through reigniting their innate creativity, remembering their soul purpose and establishing deeper connection to self so that they can feel truly aligned, alive and fulfilled inside out. She hopes her art and coaching services can help remind people how powerful they are and to never stop pursuing their dreams and creating a life they truly love!
 
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Connect with Meiling!
Follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/divinely.guided.creative/
 
Connect with me!
Join my email list - https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/b7u4n0
Follow me on Instagram & be a part of the second gen community https://www.instagram.com/_kindofheart/
Apply for Living with Intention to uncover the survival beliefs that are impacting your life right now https://kindofheart.com/program/