#402 - DREAMING BIG, DOING BRAVE: JACINTA DUFFY'S JOURNEY TO A PURPOSEFUL BUSINESS
Today I’m thrilled to introduce you to a truly inspiring woman - Jacinta Duffy, founder of Life Shared. After two decades across nursing, healthcare and aged care - and supporting her own parents - Jacinta saw the human cost of loneliness and the pressure on families. So she set out to reimagine care and connection through intergenerational home-share. In our conversation we explore the sliding-door moments that shape a dream life - redundancies, pivots, and the courage to “shine your light” even when media or public speaking feels uncomfortable. We also talk about the power of doing the work - daily rituals, weekly reflections, and stacking quarters of progress - something our Dream Life Coaching community knows well. Three takeaways you’ll love: Mindset shift: Why setbacks can be setups for comebacks - and how to keep walking through hard seasons. Rituals that work: The simple planning + reflection cadence (daily/weekly/quarterly) that fuels momentum. Start before you’re ready: The gentle nudge to share your message, say yes to media, and connect with the right people. Pop in your earbuds and enjoy this heart-opening, practical episode. It might just spark the match you’ve been waiting for 💛 As always, I’d LOVE to hear what resonates with you from this episode and what you plan to implement after listening in. So please share and let’s keep the conversation going in the Dream Life Podcast Facebook Group here. Dream Big 💛 Kristina Dream Life & kikki.K Founder P.S. If you’re ready for guided support, explore Dream Life Coaching here: https://www.yourdreamlifestartshere.com/course 💛 SHOW NOTES: The Life Shared website www.lifeshared.com.au LinkedIn Jacinta Duffy Follow Kristina on Insta and TikTok If you feel it's time to take a leap and invest in you, join: My Platinum Coaching Program where in November our focus will be on Setting the Right Mindset for a brilliant 2026. Learn more here. My Dream Business Book Club here. In November, we'll be reading and learning from: The Lean Startup, by Eric Ries - a million copy best-seller. My online personal Growth Book Club GROW, November, where we'll be reading and squeezing the learnings out of Inner Excellence: Train Your Mind for Extraordinary Performance and the Best Possible Life, by Jim Murphy. Learn more here. Dream Life Community Facebook Group: Connect with like-minded dreamers. RESOURCES: Sign up to our email list here to hear about upcoming workshops. Take your first step to getting clarity on what you want from life with this free bonus dreaming exercise here 101 Dreams Audio Guide Buy Kristina's book, Your Dream Life Starts Here Discover how close you are to living your Dream Life. Take our 5min Quiz here and get personalised insights emailed to you... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#401 - Monday Motivation: “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.”
Welcome to another short but empowering episode of Monday Motivation, giving you a dose of inspiration as you head into your week... Today, we explore a powerful reminder that the two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why - a quote often attributed to Unknown but carrying timeless wisdom: “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.” Three key takeaways: How discovering your 'why' can transform your everyday life. Four practical steps to help you reflect, reconnect, and align with your purpose. Why your purpose doesn’t need to be dramatic - and how small daily actions can create meaning. Listen in and be inspired to create more clarity, alignment, and joy as you move through your week - and your life - on purpose. As always, I’d LOVE to hear what resonates with you from this episode and what you plan to implement after listening in. So please share and let’s keep the conversation going in the Dream Life Podcast Facebook Group here. Have a wonderful weekend …and remember, it all starts with a dream 💛 Dream Big 💛 Kristina Dream Life & kikki.K Founder P.S. If you’re ready for guided support, explore Dream Life Coaching here: https://www.yourdreamlifestartshere.com/course 💛 SHOW NOTES: Follow me on Insta and TikTok If you feel it's time to take a leap and invest in you, join: My Platinum Coaching Program where in October our focus will be on Living Your Purpose and deepening your alignment with your values. Learn more here. My Dream Business Book Club here. In October, we'll be reading and learning from: $100 Start Up: Reinvent the Way You Make a Living. My online personal Growth Book Club GROW, October, where we'll be reading and squeezing the learnings out of Creative First Aid: The Science and Joy of Creativity for Mental Health, by Caitlin Marshall. Learn more here. Dream Life Community Facebook Group: Connect with like-minded dreamers. RESOURCES: Sign up to our email list here to hear about upcoming workshops. Take your first step to getting clarity on what you want from life with this free bonus dreaming exercise here 101 Dreams Audio Guide Buy Kristina's book, Your Dream Life Starts Here Discover how close you are to living your Dream Life. Take our 5min Quiz here and get personalised insights emailed to you... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#400 - 400 EPISODES!
I can hardly believe I’m saying this… episode 400! When I recorded my very first show I had no idea where it would lead - or the beautiful community of dreamers and doers it would create. Thank you for being here, whether this is your first listen or your 400th. Today I’m reflecting on what truly lights me up and how it all connects to one mission: helping you design and live a life you love. I take you behind the scenes of Dream Life Coaching, where I witness women take bold, beautiful steps toward their dreams every single week. We talk Grow Book Club and the new Dream Business Book Club - turning ideas into action together - plus our Habit Club (because dreams become real through small, consistent daily actions). I also share why I created our intimate Dream Life Retreats, and the joy of building The Dream Life Store after losing my first business. It’s all part of a meaningful, aligned, deeply fulfilling life - not perfect, but true. ...and I finish with two gentle questions to guide your next step - because every big dream begins with one small move. Pop your headphones in and let’s celebrate what you’re already living… and the next courageous step you’ll take today. As always, I’d LOVE to hear what resonates with you from this episode and what you plan to implement after listening in. So please share and let’s keep the conversation going in the Dream Life Podcast Facebook Group here. Have a wonderful weekend …and remember, it all starts with a dream 💛 Dream Big 💛 Kristina Dream Life & kikki.K Founder P.S. If you’re ready for guided support, explore Dream Life Coaching here: https://www.yourdreamlifestartshere.com/course 💛 SHOW NOTES: Follow me on Insta and TikTok If you feel it's time to take a leap and invest in you, join: My Platinum Coaching Program where in October our focus will be on Living Your Purpose and deepening your alignment with your values. Learn more here. My Dream Business Book Club here. In October, we'll be reading and learning from: $100 Start Up: Reinvent the Way You Make a Living. My online personal Growth Book Club GROW, October, where we'll be reading and squeezing the learnings out of Creative First Aid: The Science and Joy of Creativity for Mental Health, by Caitlin Marshall. Learn more here. Dream Life Community Facebook Group: Connect with like-minded dreamers. RESOURCES: Sign up to our email list here to hear about upcoming workshops. Take your first step to getting clarity on what you want from life with this free bonus dreaming exercise here 101 Dreams Audio Guide Buy Kristina's book, Your Dream Life Starts Here Discover how close you are to living your Dream Life. Take our 5min Quiz here and get personalised insights emailed to you... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#399 - Monday Motivation: "There is only one way to avoid criticism: do nothing..." - Aristotle
Welcome to another short and empowering episode of Monday Motivation, giving you a dose of inspiration as you head into your week... Today, we explore a powerful quote by the great philosopher Aristotle - a bold reminder that criticism is inevitable when you're truly living: 'There is only one way to avoid criticism: do nothing, say nothing, and be nothing.' Three key takeaways you can expect: Why criticism is often more about others’ fears than your truth. How to stay grounded in your values to silence external noise. Why choosing progress over perfection will bring your dream life to life. Listen in and discover how to use criticism as a compass guiding you towards your dream life, whatever that means for you. As always, I’d LOVE to hear what resonates with you from this episode and what you plan to implement after listening in. So please share and let’s keep the conversation going in the Dream Life Podcast Facebook Group here. Have a wonderful week …and remember, it all starts with a dream 💛 Kristina Dream Life & kikki.K Founder SHOW NOTES: Follow me on Insta and TikTok If you feel it's time to take a leap and invest in you, join: My Platinum Coaching Program where in October our focus will be on Living Your Purpose and deepening your alignment with your values. Learn more here. My Dream Business Book Club here. In October, we'll be reading and learning from: $100 Start Up: Reinvent the Way You Make a Living. My online personal Growth Book Club GROW, October, where we'll be reading and squeezing the learnings out of Creative First Aid: The Science and Joy of Creativity for Mental Health, by Caitlin Marshall. Learn more here. Dream Life Community Facebook Group: Connect with like-minded dreamers. RESOURCES: Sign up to our email list here to hear about upcoming workshops. Take your first step to getting clarity on what you want from life with this free bonus dreaming exercise here 101 Dreams Audio Guide Buy Kristina's book, Your Dream Life Starts Here Discover how close you are to living your Dream Life. Take our 5min Quiz here and get personalised insights emailed to you... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#398 - COURAGE TO BE: Small Steps for a BIG life, with Carlii Lyon
Welcome back! Today I’m chatting with the wonderful Carlii Lyon - author of Courage to Be and a woman whose story is such a beautiful reminder that tiny, courageous steps create big lives. She went from building other people’s brands behind the scenes to stepping into her own light as an author, speaker and coach. We chat on what courage really looks like in everyday life, why confidence is a consequence of action (not more qualifications!), how to reframe the three thoughts that stop so many of us from sharing our voice, and the magic of talking to your future self. If you’re ready to take one small step toward your big life, pop in your earbuds and join us. And if you want support to plan and do your dream-fuelled quarter with me, check out DL Coaching here: yourdreamlifestartshere.com/course. Let’s create a life you love - together. As always, I’d LOVE to hear what resonates with you from this episode and what you plan to implement after listening in. So please share and let’s keep the conversation going in the Dream Life Podcast Facebook Group here. Have a wonderful weekend …and remember, it all starts with a dream 💛 Kristina Dream Life & kikki.K Founder SHOW NOTES: Follow me on Insta and TikTok If you feel it's time to take a leap and invest in you, join: My Platinum Coaching Program where in October our focus will be on Living Your Purpose and deepening your alignment with your values. Learn more here. My Dream Business Book Club here. In October, we'll be reading and learning from: $100 Start Up: Reinvent the Way You Make a Living. My online personal Growth Book Club GROW, October, where we'll be reading and squeezing the learnings out of Creative First Aid: The Science and Joy of Creativity for Mental Health, by Caitlin Marshall. Learn more here. Dream Life Community Facebook Group: Connect with like-minded dreamers. RESOURCES: Sign up to our email list here to hear about upcoming workshops. Take your first step to getting clarity on what you want from life with this free bonus dreaming exercise here 101 Dreams Audio Guide Buy Kristina's book, Your Dream Life Starts Here Discover how close you are to living your Dream Life. Take our 5min Quiz here and get personalised insights emailed to you... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What would you do if you knew anything was possible and you simply could not fail? Explore the possibility of creating your dream life and be inspired to discover and realise your dreams with Kristina Karlsson, Founder of the inspiring Dream Life brand, original founder of global Swedish design brand kikki.K and author of the book Your Dream Life Starts Here. Each episode brings you simple, practical and useful insights to help you create a future you love – as Kristina delves deep into the power of dreaming with some of the world's most inspiring thought-leaders. Take a front row seat on inspiring conversations. Explore the amazing impact dreaming has had on the lives of a diverse range of people. Listen, learn and be empowered to discover and chase your own dreams – with practical insights and lessons you can use to build a dream life of your own.
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