Let’s Do Coffee - A This Wondrous Life Podcast
By Danae Smith
Let’s Do Coffee is hosted by me, Danae Smith, a lover of books, words, and intentional conversation.
In this podcast, I will have direct conversations with you as well conversations with guests on all the things.
So, let’s do coffee!
Let’s Do Coffee - A This Wondrous Life PodcastFeb 12, 2024
Living on Purpose: Setting Your Word, Values, and Goals in Harmonious Alignment
Join me for coffee today as we chat about living on purpose. In today's conversation, I share my process and experience with defining a word for the year, uncovering values, and setting goals.
Show Links:
Questions from today's conversation:
Blog Post: Defining Your Word for the Year
Stay in the know: TWL Email List
LDC Season 3 Episode 4 | On Starting Again: The Fear, The Shame, Why You Should Anyway
Our intro and outro music is created by Killa of Killa Productions. To check out more of his work be sure to follow him on Instagram @KillaProductions98.
Show Links:
TWL Blog
TWL Monthly Newsletter
The Weekend Slowdown
Question Submission Form: Have a question or topic you'd love to see addressed on the podcast? Submit all the things here!
Instagram: @LyssaNae
LDC S3 Episode 3: Year 32, the Jesus Year and Everything In-between | Birthday Reflections
Birthdays signify the ending of one chapter and the beginning of another. Join us in today's episode for a time of reflection, interview style, on the last year of life and the new year that has just begun.
Our intro and outro music is created by Killa of Killa Productions. To check out more of his work be sure to follow him on Instagram @KillaProductions98.
Show Links:
Blog Post: Thriving in My Becoming
Podcast Episode: The Invitation on the Table
Question Submission Form: Have a question or topic you'd love to see addressed on the podcast? Submit all the things here!
Instagram: @LyssaNae
LDC S3 Episode 2: Thriving in Your Becoming
In today's conversation over coffee, we are joined by Kalifa Gordon and Denise Laidley to unpack thriving in your becoming.
Our intro and outro music is created by Killa of Killa Productions. To check out more of his work be sure to follow him on Instagram @KillaProductions98.
Show Links:
Blog Post: Thriving in My Becoming
Question Submission Form: Have a question or topic you'd love to see addressed on the podcast? Submit all the things here!
Instagram:
LDC S3 Episode 1: The Invitation on the Table
In today's conversation, we discuss the invitation on the table for this year and this season.
Our intro and outro music is created by Killa of Killa Productions. To check out more of his work be sure to follow him on Instagram @KillaProductions98.
Show Links:
Blog Post: Thriving in My Becoming
Question Submission Form: Have a question or topic you'd love to see addressed on the podcast? Submit all the things here!
Instagram: @LyssaNae
LDC Season 3 - WE BACK
WE ARE BACK. Let's Do Coffee A This Wondrous Life Podcast is here and ready for season 3. Join us Monday, January 9th at 12 pm ET. Our intro and outro music is created by Killa of Killa Productions. To check out more of his work be sure to follow on Instagram @KillaProductions98.
Show Links:
Question Submission Form: Have a question or topic you'd love to see addressed on the podcast? Submit all the things here!
Instagram: @LyssaNae
Let's Do Coffee Season 2 | Episode 6: Grief and Joy
Content Trigger Warning: Today’s episode will touch on topics pertaining to pregnancy, parenthood as well as grief and grieving.
In today's episode, we gather over our beverage of choice and lean into some heart process.
Show Links:
TWL Blog Post: Grief and Joy
Question Submission Form: Have a question or topic you'd love to see addressed on the podcast? Submit all the things here!
Instagram: @LyssaNae | www.instagram.com/lyssanae/
Let's Do Coffee Season 2 Episode 5: Gratitude - Living in the Tender Space
In today's episode, we dive into a familiar topic: gratitude. We read a popular TWL blog post and share reflections.
Reflection Questions:
1. Rereading/reflecting on this post in 2018 compared to now, what does gratitude in the tender space look like now?
2. If someone is struggling with gratitude, what advice would you give them?
Show Links:
Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSm99zCcaZz_LpBhVrt_gpg
TWL Blog Post: Gratitude - Living in the Tender Space | www.thiswondrouslife.com/twl/reminder-gratitude-in-the-tender-space
Question Submission Form: Have a question or topic you'd love to see addressed on the podcast? Submit all the things here!
Instagram: @LyssaNae | www.instagram.com/lyssanae/
Let's Do Coffee Season 2 | Episode 4: 4 Questions to Ask When Revamping Your Routine
In today's conversation we unpack 4 questions to ask when revamping your routine!
The Four Questions:
1. What do I want to prioritize in this season?
2. What are the core values that uphold what I want to prioritize?
3. What’s working with my current routine and what are some growth areas?
4. What practices or habits align with the priorities and values?
Show Links:
Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSm99zCcaZz_LpBhVrt_gpg
Let's Do Coffee Season 2 Episode 3
Question Submission Form: Have a question or topic you'd love to see addressed on the podcast? Submit all the things here!
Instagram: @LyssaNae | www.instagram.com/lyssanae/
Let's Do Coffee Season 2 | Episode 3: 3 Signs You May Need to Revamp Your Routine
In today's episode, we discuss 3 signs to that indicate you may need to revamp your routine!
Show Links:
Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSm99zCcaZz_LpBhVrt_gpg
Blog Post - Daily Routines - What They Are, What They Aren't, and Why They Matter | https://thiswondrouslife.com/twl/daily-routines-what-they-are-what-they-arent-and-why-they-matter
Blog Post - Challenges of Daily Routines| https://thiswondrouslife.com/twl/the-challenges-of-daily-routines-and-how-to-face-them
Blog Post - 3 Keys to Starting a Daily Routine | https://thiswondrouslife.com/twl/3-keys-to-starting-a-routine-and-the-steps-to-building-one
Question Submission Form: Have a question or topic you'd love to see addressed on the podcast? Submit all the things here!
Instagram: @LyssaNae | www.instagram.com/lyssanae/
LDC Season 2 Episode 2: Two Practices for Staying Connected and Grounded
In today's episode, we explore two practices that can help us stay connected and grounded.
Show Links:
Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSm99zCcaZz_LpBhVrt_gpg
Blog Post - A New Approach to Finding More | https://thiswondrouslife.com/twl/a-new-approach-to-finding-more
Blog Post - Seeking the More in the Mundane | https://thiswondrouslife.com/twl/seeking-the-more-in-the-mundane Instagram: @LyssaNae | www.instagram.com/lyssanae/
Let's Do Coffee S1 Episode 3: Daily Life Vision | https://anchor.fm/lets-do-coffee-podcast/episodes/Lets-Do-Coffee-Episode-3-Vision-for-Our-Daily-Life-ep53oe
TWL Monthly Newsletter: The TWL Monthly Newsletter is a way to stay connected and engage with TWL's content each month. Each monthly newsletter includes a note from our founder and a monthly journal prompt. The TWL Monthly Newsletter also provides first access to new content from blog posts, podcast episodes and youtube videos!
The Weekend Slowdown: The Weekend Slowdown serves as an opportunity to engage with a slow-living thought, question, or encouragement. This weekly email includes the latest content from This Wondrous Life and the latest podcast episodes from Let's Do Coffee - A This Wondrous Life Podcast.
Question Submission Form: Have a question or topic you'd love to see addressed on the podcast? Submit all the things here!
LDC Season 2 Episode 1: A New Approach to Finding More
Welcome to Season 2 of Let's Do Coffee - A This Wondrous Life Podcast! We are kicking off the season with a conversation on a new approach to finding more. Listen to learn about an experiment I did in August as I aimed to find more in the mundane and how you can start your own.
Show Links:
Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSm99zCcaZz_LpBhVrt_gpg
Blog Post - A New Approach to Finding More | https://thiswondrouslife.com/twl/a-new-approach-to-finding-more
Blog Post - Seeking the More in the Mundane | https://thiswondrouslife.com/twl/seeking-the-more-in-the-mundane
Instagram: @LyssaNae | www.instagram.com/lyssanae/
TWL Monthly Newsletter: The TWL Monthly Newsletter is a way to stay connected and engage with TWL's content each month. Each monthly newsletter includes a note from our founder and a monthly journal prompt. The TWL Monthly Newsletter also provides first access to new content from blog posts, podcast episodes and youtube videos!
The Weekend Slowdown: The Weekend Slowdown serves as an opportunity to engage with a slow-living thought, question, or encouragement. This weekly email includes the latest content from This Wondrous Life and the latest podcast episodes from Let's Do Coffee - A This Wondrous Life Podcast.
Question Submission Form: Have a question or topic you'd love to see addressed on the podcast? Submit all the things here!
Welcome to Season 2 of Let's Do Coffee - A This Wondrous Life Podcast
Hey friends! Welcome to Let’s Do Coffee - A This Wondrous Life Podcast. I’m here to announce SEASON 2!! It is literally right around the corner and we’ve got some exciting news: We're on YOUTUBE! Tune in to hear more about this new season!
Links mentioned:
Youtube Channel: Danae Smith | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSm99zCcaZz_LpBhVrt_gpg
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Ask us anything: Question Submission Form
Let's Do Coffee Episode 16: Season 1 Finale
Today we close out Season 1 of Let's Do Coffee - A This Wondrous Life Podcast. We recap the season and reflect on lessons learned and how they can apply to daily life.
Links mentioned in today's show:
Host IG: @LyssNae | https://www.instagram.com/lyssanae/
TWL Monthly Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/twlmonthlynewsletter
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Let's Do Coffee Episode 15: Starting and Maintaining Daily Routines
Today we close our conversation on daily routines. We dive into 3 keys to keep in mind when starting a daily routine, steps to starting, and two ways to maintain a daily routine.
Links mentioned in today's show: (This episode contains affiliate links. When you click through and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you!)
Host IG: @LyssNae | https://www.instagram.com/lyssanae/
Coffee Moments: Challenges with Daily Routines and How to Face Them | https://www.instagram.com/tv/CROv5NWnF30/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Blog Post: 3 Keys to Starting a Routine and the Steps to Building One | https://thiswondrouslife.com/twl/3-keys-to-starting-a-routine-and-the-steps-to-building-one
Blog Post: Maintaining a Daily Routine | https://thiswondrouslife.com/twl/maintaining-a-daily-routine
Atomic Habits - James Clear | https://amzn.to/3zSqFnV
TWL Monthly Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/twlmonthlynewsletter
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Episode 14: The Challenges of Daily Routines and How to Face Them | Part 2
Today we are joined by Kalifa Gordon Rose to chat about the challenges with daily routines and how to face them. We share our personal process and challenges with daily routines and how we've faced and are facing those challenges.
Links mentioned in today's show:
Host IG: @LyssNae | https://www.instagram.com/lyssanae/
Co-Host IG: @TheKaliRoseShow | https://www.instagram.com/thekaliroseshow/
Youtube: The Kali Rose Show | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUS0ylTeUsO--qk3Z5Talyg
Coffee Moments: Challenges with Daily Routines and How to Face Them | https://www.instagram.com/tv/CROv5NWnF30/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Blog Post: The Challenges of Daily Routines and How to Face Them | https://thiswondrouslife.com/twl/the-challenges-of-daily-routines-and-how-to-face-them
TWL Monthly Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/twlmonthlynewsletter
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Episode 13: The Challenges of Daily Routines and How to Face Them
Today we are joined by Kalifa Gordon Rose to chat about the challenges with daily routines and how to face them. We share our personal process and challenges with daily routines and how we've faced and are facing those challenges.
Links mentioned in today's show:
Host IG: @LyssNae | https://www.instagram.com/lyssanae/
Co-Host IG: @TheKaliRoseShow | https://www.instagram.com/thekaliroseshow/
Youtube: The Kali Rose Show | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUS0ylTeUsO--qk3Z5Talyg
Coffee Moments: Challenges with Daily Routines and How to Face Them | https://www.instagram.com/tv/CROv5NWnF30/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Blog Post: The Challenges of Daily Routines and How to Face Them | https://thiswondrouslife.com/twl/the-challenges-of-daily-routines-and-how-to-face-them
TWL Monthly Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/twlmonthlynewsletter
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Episode 12: Daily Routines | What They Are and Why They Matter
Links mentioned in today's show:
Host IG: @LyssNae | www.instagram.com/lyssanae/
Coffee Moments: Daily Routines - An Overview | www.instagram.com/tv/CQ8o3rVHJCO/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Blog Post: Daily Routines: What They Are, What They Aren't, and Why They Matter | thiswondrouslife.com/twl/daily-routines-what-they-are-what-they-arent-and-why-they-matter
Blog Post: 5 Reasons to Establish Morning Rituals + Our Own Rituals | freshexchange.com/5-reasons-to-establish-morning-rituals-our-own-rituals/
TWL Monthly Newsletter: www.subscribepage.com/twlmonthlynewsletter
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Episode 11: Thirty-One | A Musing
Today's conversation is a celebration of a new year of life! Listen to hear the musings and thoughts for 31.
Host IG: @LyssNae | https://www.instagram.com/lyssanae/
TWL Monthly Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/twlmonthlynewsletter
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Episode 10: Showing up in the Valley
In today's episode we dive into a conversation on showing up in the valley. We ask and explore what the valley is, how it can be challenging to show up, why it matters that we do, and how we can start.
Links mentioned in today's episode:
Host IG: @LyssNae | https://www.instagram.com/lyssanae/
Coffee Moments: Showing Up in the Valley | https://www.instagram.com/tv/CQGjlL2nGDu/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
TWL Monthly Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/twlmonthlynewsletter
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Episode 9: Protecting and Making Room for What Matters Part 2
In today’s episode, we dive into a conversation on protecting and making room for what matters. We discuss what it can look like and how we can start protecting and making room for what matters.
Links mentioned in today's episode:
Host IG: @LyssNae | https://www.instagram.com/lyssanae/
Coffee Moments: What Will We Protect and Make Room for this Week? | https://www.instagram.com/tv/CN2SFvQn5kh/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
TWL Monthly Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/twlmonthlynewsletter
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Episode 8: Protecting and Making Room for What Matters Part 1
We're back! In today’s episode, we dive into a conversation on protecting and making room for what matters. We define what "what matters" means, what it means to protect and make room and give ourselves permission to break the box.
Links mentioned in today's episode:
Host IG: @LyssNae | https://www.instagram.com/lyssanae/
Coffee Moments: What Will We Protect and Make Room for this Week? | https://www.instagram.com/tv/CN2SFvQn5kh/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
TWL Monthly Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/twlmonthlynewsletter
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Episode 7: Season Round-up and Q&A
In today’s episode we round-up the first half of this season and answer some questions from our listeners!
Links mentioned in today's episode:
Host IG: @LyssNae | https://www.instagram.com/lyssanae/
TWL Monthly Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/twlmonthlynewsletter
The Weekly Slow Down: https://www.subscribepage.com/theweeklyslowdown
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Episode 6: Holding Space for Ourselves, Part 2
Today we wrap up our conversation with Sarah Parker and Evelyn Gamboa on holding space for ourselves. In today’s episode, we cover how we hold space for ourselves and why it matters to learn to hold space. This episode is inspired by this post by adventurouskam: https://www.instagram.com/p/CLuEH7Fs71G/?igshid=kqt679wyi6at. For more thoughts and feels on this topic, you can check out this blog post on holding space: https://thiswondrouslife.com/twl/holding-space.
Links mentioned in show:
Submit a Question: https://forms.gle/7EebBpuhkzjctYKc8
Show host: Danae Smith | IG: @LyssaNae - www.instagram.com/lyssanae
Guest: Sarah Parker | IG: @iamsarahparker - www.instagram.com/iamsarahparker | website: theprettypeachwax.com
Guest: Evelyn Gamboa | IG: @evelynxgamboa - www.instagram.com/evelynxgamboa | website: Evelynxgamboa.com
Episode Inspiration Post | IG: @adventurouskam: https://www.instagram.com/p/CLuEH7Fs71G/?igshid=kqt679wyi6at
Holding Space Blog Post: https://thiswondrouslife.com/twl/holding-space
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The Weekly Slow Down: https://www.subscribepage.com/theweeklyslowdown
Episode 5: Holding Space for Ourselves | Part 1
Today we are joined by Sarah Parker and Evelyn Gamboa to chat all things holding space for ourselves. In this two part episode we cover defining holding space for ourselves, what it make it challenging, ways to hold space, and why it matters.
This episode is inspired by this post by adventurouskam: https://www.instagram.com/p/CLuEH7Fs71G/?igshid=kqt679wyi6at. For more thoughts and feels on this topic, you can check out this blog post on holding space: https://thiswondrouslife.com/twl/holding-space
Links mentioned in show:
Show host: Danae Smith | IG: @LyssaNae - www.instagram.com/lyssanae
Guest: Sarah Parker | IG: @iamsarahparker - www.instagram.com/iamsarahparker | website: theprettypeachwax.com
Guest: Evelyn Gamboa | IG: @evelynxgamboa - www.instagram.com/evelynxgamboa | website: Evelynxgamboa.com
Episode Inspiration Post | IG: @adventurouskam: https://www.instagram.com/p/CLuEH7Fs71G/?igshid=kqt679wyi6at
Holding Space Blog Post: https://thiswondrouslife.com/twl/holding-space
TWL Monthly Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/twlmonthlynewsletter
The Weekly Slow Down: https://www.subscribepage.com/theweeklyslowdown
Let’s Do Coffee Ep. 4: Destination Disease
Links/Resources mentioned: This Wondrous Life: www.thiswondrouslife.com
Host's IG: @LyssaNae
Let’s Do Coffee Episode 3: Vision for Our Daily Life
Let’s Do Coffee Episode 2: 3 Lessons Learned from Blogging and Slow Living
This episode also includes a self-check in and slow living tip segment where we touch base with ourselves and learn the slow living tip of the day.
Links/Resources mentioned:
This Wondrous Life; www.this wondrous life.com
Atomic Habits: amzn.to/3nWDSp7
Let's Do Coffee Podcast IG: @LetsDoCoffeePodcast
Host's IG: @LyssaNae
Let’s Do Coffee Ep. 1: TWL Turns 5 - A Reflection on the Journey
In this episode we will reflect on the journey it’s been and where TWL stands today. This episode will also include a self-check in and book talk segment where we touch base with ourselves and discuss what we’re reading for the month.
Links mentioned:
This Wondrous Life Blog: www.thiswondrouslife.com
Let's Do Coffee Podcast IG: @LetsDoCoffeePodcast
Host's IG: @LyssaNae