August Reflection and September Intention

Bliss is within you. All you have to do is listen for it.

August Reflection and September Intention

August Reflection and September Intention

Bliss is within you. All you have to do is listen for it.

Tune into my friend Betsy’s Faith & Growth podcast where I was a guest! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/faith-and-growth/id1820423296?i=1000717340476

In this episode, I take you through a powerful reflection as we close one season and step into the next. It’s all about pausing, noticing, and choosing how we want to move forward with more clarity and intention. I’ll share some personal insights, a theme that’s guiding me this upcoming September, and an invitation for you to create your own. This conversation is meant to ground you, inspire you, and help you step into the new month with purpose and energy.

Key Points Discussed

Introduction

  • Kicking things off with a warm welcome and a little behind-the-scenes story that made this episode extra special.
  • Setting the stage for why these monthly reflections matter so much.
  • Giving you a quick sense of what we’ll be diving into together.

Reflection on the Past Month

  • Looking back at August and sharing how my theme showed up in real life.
  • Talking about the lessons, the growth, and even the challenges that came with it.
  • Inviting you to pause and think about what worked for you, what you’re proud of, and what you want to leave behind.

The Power of Living with Intention

  • Breaking down the simple framework I use: notice, name, and nurture.
  • Showing how this practice keeps life grounded and purposeful, even when things get messy.
  • Encouraging you to see intention as your North Star when you feel off track.

Stepping Into the New Month

  • Sharing the collective theme I’m leaning into for September and why it feels so right.
  • Talking about the energy this season is calling for and how to align with it.
  • Encouraging you to choose your own theme and think about where you want to grow stronger.

Closing Remarks

  • Wrapping up with an invitation to reflect on your theme and share it with me.
  • Reminding you that this is all about creating a life that feels intentional and meaningful.
  • Ending with gratitude for being here and walking this journey together.

LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:

Betsy’s Life Coaching Program:https://faithbasedcoachingacademy.com
Bliss’n Up Facebook Community:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FCieuUmMg/
Interested in life coaching with me? Book a complimentary consult here:https://calendly.com/carolinedeposada/intro-call

Past Monthly Theme Episodes:
Episode 4 – Foundation February:https://carolinedeposada.com/podcast-episode-4/
Episode 9 – Interrupt – July:https://carolinedeposada.com/episode-9/
Episode 13:https://carolinedeposada.com/episode-13/
Episode 18 – Simply Soulful September:https://carolinedeposada.com/episode-18/
Episode 22 – Close The Loop October:https://carolinedeposada.com/episode-22/
Episode 27 – Nesting November:https://carolinedeposada.com/episode-27/
Episode 31 – Dare December:https://carolinedeposada.com/episode-31/
Episode 35:https://carolinedeposada.com/episode-35/
Episode 39 – Monthly Review & February Intentions:https://carolinedeposada.com/episode-39/
Episode 44 – Magnetize March:https://carolinedeposada.com/episode-44/
Episode 48 – Taking Aligned Action – April:https://carolinedeposada.com/episode-48/
Episode 52 – Mindfulness May:https://carolinedeposada.com/episode-52/
Episode 57 – Energized June:https://carolinedeposada.com/episode-57/
Episode 61 – Enjoy July:https://carolinedeposada.com/episode-61
Episode 65 – Anchor August:https://carolinedeposada.com/episode-65

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