Sing With Your Feet

In this last episode before the summer hiatus, Lily talks about this year's challenge to live out the Golden Rule and some of the hiccups that have appeared along the way.

This week, we look at how we can love ourselves better by planning ahead.

In this week's episode, Lily digs into the topic of post-partum depression, just in time for Mother's Day. As it turns out, even once the fog lifts, there is still work to be done.

Talking Points: How I met their father; cigarettes and pitchforks; the Color Wheel and Virtue.

Talking points: Self-Esteem and virtue--how we feel about ourselves can be influenced by how we try to do the right thing; why do I always end up doing the things I don't want to do; prioritizing who I want to be remembered for being, even when it means (gasp!) being late.

A great big thank you to Seven Production in Mulhouse, France, for the use of the song "La Joie" as the intro and outtro of the podcast, to Claude Ekwe who wrote it, and Matt Kugler who sang. You can find Matt's album Aventura on all the digital music platforms.

Lily is on vacation with Charming and the Scalawags, but she thought you might love this rebroadcast of Episode 2: You Are A Hero.

We'll catch up soon! Until then, be extraordinary, Cinderella!!

This week, we have a special guest! Charming Fields is back to talk about one of his favorite topics: Etymology. Specifically, the etymology of virtue.

We'll also break down our reactions to the list of 101 virtues we've been grading ourselves on. No, good grades don't mean we're super virtuous, and bad grades don't mean we're depraved ingrates. 

Next week you won't have a new episode in your feed...we'll be taking a little vacation.

A great big thank you to Seven Productions in Mulhouse France for the use of the song La Joie as the intro and outtro of the show, to Matt Kugler who sang it and Claude Ekwe who wrote it.

A big thank you to Seven Productions here in Mulhouse France for the use of the song La Joie as the intro and outro to the show, as well as Matt Kugler, whose new album Aventura is out now on all the digital music platforms, who sang it and to Claude Ekwe, who wrote it.

Talking Points: Can happiness be found at the bottom of a shopping bag? Avoiding impulse buys; escaping temptation; it takes a village to stop shopping.

This episode part of a series about how understanding our relationship to clothes and our closet can lead to a more enjoyment and less stress.

A great big thank you to Seven production here in Mulhouse France for the use of the song La Joie as the intro and outro to the show, to Matt Kugler, who you can find on social media as Matt hyphen K, who sang it and to Claude Ekwe who wrote it.

Talking Points: Decluttering guilt; Closet swaps, donation boxes and the landfill. Plus, the first step to loving your wardrobe is not to start shopping.

This episode part of a series about how understanding our relationship to clothes and our closet can lead to a more enjoyment and less stress.

A great big thank you to Seven production here in Mulhouse France for the use of the song La Joie as the intro and outro to the show, to Matt Kugler, who you can find on social media as Matt hyphen K, who sang it and to Claude Ekwe who wrote it.

Talking points: Decluttering-a way to grieve a life you don't have anymore. Also...why in the world is this in my closet at all? And I love this, but...Plus a primer on refashioning. 

A great big thank you to Seven production here in Mulhouse France for the use of the song La Joie as the intro and outro to the show, to Matt Kugler, who you can find on social media as Matt hyphen K, who sang it and to Claude Ekwe who wrote it.

Talking Points: Valentine's Day--it's for you; Can love be measured? Being your own special guest. 

The work of Steve Biddulph, author of "Raising Boys", can be found here: https://www.stevebiddulph.com/Site_1/Home.html

A very special Valentine's Day thank you to Seven Productions here in Mulhouse, France, for the use of the song La Joie as the intro and outtro of the show, to Matt Kugler, whom you can find on social media as Matt-K, who sang it, and Claude Ekwe who wrote it.

Talking Points: Heartspace and Headspace; the recursive shapes of our life; Mise en Place and decisions. 

When we know what we want for our life, it makes all of our decisions easier--including what we wear. 

Thank you to Seven Productions in Mulhouse France for the use of the song "La Joie" as the intro and outtro of the show, to Matt Kugler who sang it and Claude Ekwe who wrote it.

Talking Points: Antiquities, Costumes and Sentimental Items. The contents of our closets are not just things we wear, but we insist on treating them as such. It is useful to start viewing some of the things in our closets as souvenirs or artifacts.

Talking Points: Disappointment isn't just for kids on Christmas Day; the origin of disappointment and how it can lead to rage; constructive ways to deal with disappointment in the long-term and the short-term; holding space for others as they let disappointment run its course.

A special thank you to Seven Productions here in Mulhouse France for the use of the song "La Joie" as the intro and outtro to the show, to Matt Kugler (Matt-K on social media) who sang it and Claude Ekwe who wrote it.

Talking Points: Why resolutions don't stick; the importance of remembering; the secret to finding motivation for a resolution.

Thank you for spending this year with me, Cinderella! I wish you all the best for a very happy 2023!

A great big thank you to Seven Productions here in Mulhouse, France, for the use of the song "La Joie" as the intro and outtro to the show, to Matt Kugler who sang it and Claude Ekwe who wrote it.

Talking Points: The Christmas Day Troublemakers; The gift receiver templates: Quantity v Quality, Sentimental v Practical, Surprise or Anticipation; Giving money as a gift.

A great big thank you to Seven Productions in Mulhouse, France, for the use of the song La Joie as the intro and outtro of the show; to Matt Kugler who sang it and Claude Ekwe who wrote it.

Talking Points: What is the one thing that you need most deeply in your soul? How can you turn that intangible idea into something tangible? It can be done, but you need to let yourself dream for a little bit. Also: how understanding your love language, and that of the people you love can help you be a better gift-giver this year.

Here is a link to that amazing key change Lily talked about (check it out at 1:50): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_gnypiKNaJE&ab_channel=OriginalBroadwayCastofHamilton-Topic

Here is a link to Dr. Gary Chapman's website so you can read up about the 5 Love Languages: https://5lovelanguages.com/learn

A great big thank you to Seven Productions in Mulhouse, France, for the use of the song La Joie as the intro and outtro of the show; to Matt Kugler who sang it and Claude Ekwe who wrote it.

Talking Points: Unhooking ourselves from the expectations of others; the lowest common denominator for joy; imagining our ideal holidays; taking care of ourselves.

A great big thank you to Seven Productions in Mulhouse, France, for the use of the song La Joie as the intro and outtro of the show; to Matt Kugler who sang it and Claude Ekwe who wrote it.

Talking points: Contempt is a commitment killer; facing our fear of discomfort; accepting the consequences of leaving a commitment; forgiving ourselves.

Talking Points: A listener question about a very very bad trip to the pumpkin patch; avoiding self-judgment and self-criticism; a safe place to perform self-surgery (you'll see. It'll make sense once you listen!)

Talking Points: Rage; Sublimation; Mental Hygiene.

Episode 31: Mental Health is part of our series on the Ideal Life Categories. The series began back in Episode 15: The One About Our Bodies, in case you want to get caught up.

Links:

The Great Bathrobe Refashion: http://lilyfieldschallenge.com/2021/05/18/the-great-2021-bathrobe-refashion/

Rage Refashioning: http://lilyfieldschallenge.com/2021/05/27/rage-refashioning/

Sublimation: http://lilyfieldschallenge.com/2021/06/09/sublimation/

You can contact Lily by email: lily@lilyfieldschallenge.com.

A great big thank you to Seven Productions here in Mulhouse, France for the use of the song "La Joie" as the intro and outtro to the show. Thanks also to Matt Kugler who sang it and Claude Ekwe who wrote it.

Talking Points: Enthusiasm and healthy skepticism as tools for making commitments that stick; breaking down the commitment making progress so that you won’t dread them in the future.

Episode 29: is part of our series on the Ideal Life Categories, this week's theme being "Commitments." The series began back in Episode 15: The One About Our Bodies, in case you want to get caught up!

Talking Points: Are long-term married people fundamentally different from the rest of us?; My Favorite Funeral; Sex Ed: not just for giggling teenagers.

Episode 28: Lucidly Ever After is part of our series on the Ideal Life Categories, this week's theme being "Marriage." The series began back in Episode 15: The One About Our Bodies, in case you want to get caught up!

https://lilyfieldschallenge.com/2022/09/01/episode-28-lucidly-ever-after/

Talking Points: Boobie Retirement Parties and Menopause Happy Hours, Gigi teaches a toddler to have a cocktail party.

Links:

Here is a very basic overview of the Ideal Life Exercise: https://wordpress.com/page/lilyfieldschallenge.com/637

Check out LiElla Kelly, Death Doula on her website, https://leavingwellmt.com or on Instagram: @leaving.well.death.doula. 

Our private Facebook group, You Are Not Done Sparkling Yet (https://www.facebook.com/groups/309886354511956) is available to give you a place to get some encouragement and support as you navigate the pursuit of your Ideal Life.

You can reach Lily on Instagram, @lilyfieldschallenge or by email lily@lilyfieldschallenge.com. 

Special thanks to Seven Production in Mulhouse, France for the use of the song La Joie as the intro and outro to the show. Check them out here: https://7prod.fr

Talking Points: The art of savoring; the origin of singing with our feet; sparkle is a community affair; a letter from Dottie Delphinium.

Until the end of February 2022, Sing With Your Feet listeners can get a discount on the stress relief jewelry from LEVITAYT (https://www.levitayt.com/)I gratuitously raved about in the blog. Use promo code LILY15.

Find Lily on:

Instagram: @lilyfieldschallenge

TikTok: @lilyfieldschallenge

Or by email: lily@lilyfieldschallenge.com

The intro and outtro to the show, entitled, “La Joie” (Joy) was composed by Claude Ekwe. That voice you hear? That joyful, dreamy voice? That’s Matt Kugler. Go take a look at his YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/user/MATTKworship. You will thank me.

Lastly, a grand merci to Jonathan Moulin and Seven Production (https://7prod.fr/) for the use of “La Joie” for the intro and outtro to the show.

Talking points: A visit to the jewelers, Gigi takes a run in stilettos and a Love Language polyglot.

To learn more about the Five Love Languages, check out Gary Chapman's website: https://www.5lovelanguages.com/

Until the end of February 2022, Sing With Your Feet listeners can get a discount on the stress relief jewelry from LEVITAYT(https://www.levitayt.com/)I gratuitously raved about in the blog. Use promo code LILY15.

Find Lily on:

Instagram: @lilyfieldschallenge

TikTok: @lilyfieldschallenge

Or by email: lily@lilyfieldschallenge.com

The intro and outtro to the show, entitled, “La Joie” (Joy) was composed by Claude Ekwe. That voice you hear? That joyful, dreamy voice? That’s Matt Kugler. Go take a look at his YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/user/MATTKworship. You will thank me.

Lastly, a grand merci to Jonathan Moulin and Seven Production (https://7prod.fr/) for the use of “La Joie” for the intro and outtro to the show.

Talking points: Serenity Now!, Death by Perfectionism, and how Marie Kondo helped me write a novel.

Until the end of February 2022, Sing With Your Feet listeners can get a discount on the stress relief jewelry from LEVITAYT(https://www.levitayt.com/)I gratuitously raved about in the blog. Use promo code LILY15.

Join Lily on:

TikTok: @lilyfieldschallenge

Instagram: @lily.fields.challenge

The intro and outtro to the show, entitled, “La Joie” (Joy) was composed by Claude Ekwe. That voice you hear? That joyful, dreamy voice? That’s Matt Kugler. Go take a look at his YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/user/MATTKworship. You will thank me.

Lastly, a grand merci to Jonathan Moulin and Seven Production (https://7prod.fr/) for the use of “La Joie” for the intro and outtro to the show. 

Lily dishes on buried treasures, talks back to the voices in your head, drags you through an airport in her heaven FanFic and shares a moment with Ian Malcolm on Isla Nublar.

For more about the Ideal Life Exercise, try here: http://lilyfieldschallenge.com/the-ideal-life/

Come visit Lily at her home on the web: http://lilyfieldschallenge.com/about-lily-fields-challenge/

A grand merci to Seven Productions (https://7prod.fr/) for the use of the fan-flippin'-tabulous song "La Joie" for the intro and outtro to the show, to the amazing Matt Kugler (https://matt-k.fr) who sang it and Claude Ekwe who wrote it. I may not say it very often, but you guys are my heroes.

On Thursday, you are going to get a much-needed pep-talk from your fairy godmother in Episode 3: On Heaven and Dinosaur Poop. But for now, here is a little teaser!

Please subscribe, rate, review and share with others who need a little pep-talk too!

Lily, your fairy godmother, lays out the evidence as to why you should believe that you are a real hero with real treasures and real value. She'll introduce you to Gigi, the tragi-comic woman who shaped many of her own beliefs about herself--beliefs that ultimately proved false, but still to this day have an outsized impact. She'll encourage you to take back the power of the pen over your own life, to start re-writing your narrative by investing fifteen little minutes every day to imagining your Ideal Life.

Meet Lily Fields, fairy godmother extraordinaire...okay, maybe not. But Lily does have a few thoughts about how our own incessant wanting for more makes us miserable, and how lessons learned at a funeral can give us a new lease on life. In this first episode, Lily asks you to consider who you would be in your Ideal Life, and offers a simple exercise to get you thinking about what that Ideal Life might look like. 

Meet Lily, your fairy godmother!