Are you navigating life as a twenty-something? Lily Rakow fully embraces the 80/20 lifestyle and is inviting you to join her in this imperfect balance of functi...
stop chasing distractions: living with purpose in your 20's
Where do you find comfort? Do you have habits, routines, or choices that help you avoid the things that really matter? In this episode, Lily takes a deeper look at how distractions show up in her life and how removing them has made room for more meaningful things. Speaking from her own experience, she shares a powerful idea — what if we stopped doing the things that pull us away from God? This episode will help you recognize those distractions, gently let them go, refocus on the bigger purpose, and live intentionally.
This is episode #2 of the SURF series — Stop, Understand, Relationships, Faith — a five-week journey where we explore how to find joy and purpose in life's ups and downs. How are you riding the wave? Share with the crew over on Instagram @8020pod!
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Listen to last week's SURF episode: learn to ride the wave: an introduction to the SURF series
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More Links Lily Mentioned:
Pressing On When God Is Silent on That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs
Pod Episode about Lent with Annie F. Downs
Journey to the Cross by Paul David Tripp (book about lent!)
She Reads Truth Bible
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learn to ride the wave: an introduction to the SURF series
Stop. Understand. Relationships. Faith. That's SURF, the four components of
learning to find joy and purpose in the ebbs and flows of life.
Lily is known for her vulnerability on the mic, and always transparent about the high-highs and low-lows she faces. Sometimes, everyday can be a battle. So Lily has learned the there are two options: you can sink or you can learn to ride the wave. Over the next five weeks, Lily will chat about how to focus on God, keep the faith, and find purpose through various life struggles.
Download the guidebook lilyrakow.myflodesk.com/surf
Journey to the Cross https://a.co/d/e6wYxea
She Reads Truth Bible https://a.co/d/6byYDVc
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how to start (and enjoy) running, self-care in a demanding job, staying healthy as an ER nurse with Megan Maynes (aka MegRunnerNurse)
Megan Maynes was 18 years old when she got a call that there was a mass in her ovaries, and she needed surgery ASAP. Along her road to recovery, Megan met nurses that not only encouraged her, but inspired her to pursue a career in the field. Now, as an ER nurse, running coach, and former D1 athlete, Megan forges a path towards healthier lives for those around her everyday. In this episode, Megan, also known as MegRunnerNurse online, shares loads of wisdom, laughs, and advice on how to start running (and actually enjoy it), how to juggle a career in healthcare with self care, and why it’s important to stay physically fit, both mentally and physically, in a demanding job.
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moving home feels like a greenlight
Moving is always bittersweet. Over the past three years, Lily has called Annapolis her home. But now, her permanent address has changed, and it's time for a huge life update! In this episode, Lily explains her recent move, a few factors that went into the decision, and what's next for her.
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Q1 check-in: maintenance era, keys to confidence, adapting your goals with Meghan McFerran
We're about six weeks into Q1, so it's time for a check in! Meghan McFerran, joins Lily on the mic to talk all things confidence, what it means to be in your "maintenance era", keys to growth when you feel stagnant, and why it's okay for your goals to shift! Meghan McFerran is a fitness trainer, content creator, Alo Moves Instructor and creator of Glisten. Growing up as a dancer, Meghan wanted to create a space where women can move with joy and celebrate their bodies through low-impact sculpt, strength and cardio classes. Meghan hosts live classes in NYC and on-demand classes on the Glisten App with a mission to empower women around the world to step into their own unique spotlight and shine.
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Are you navigating life as a twenty-something? Lily Rakow fully embraces the 80/20 lifestyle and is inviting you to join her in this imperfect balance of function and fun. With candid conversations about faith, fitness, relationships, mental health, and everything in between, Lily is vocal about the simple truth of twenty-somethinghood - we’re all just trying to figure it out! It is tough trying to find an approach to health and wellness without compromising. Lily has used her knowledge as a psychology student and fitness instructor to discover that applying the 80/20 principle can help your routines generate results, but not at the expense of having some fun, too. Join Lily on a journey of your own self discovery – creating wellness routines that work, all while saving space to have a ton of fun!
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