Life Will Be

Lydia T. Blanco
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How you live your life is your business. This show is an invitation to explore the unexpected (and planned) with more gratitude, grace, and deep inner-standing. Join award-winning journalist, Lydia T. Blanco, and a host of exceptional experts as they share how you can live more abundantly. (Formerly, The Get My Life Tour)

  1. 7h ago

    Coming Home to Myself as a Lover Girl

    Lydia T. Blanco reflects on what it means to be a “lover girl” in a deeper, more grounded way, starting with self-love, faith, and emotional honesty. This episode is a personal meditation on softness, discernment, boundaries, and choosing yourself while remaining open to love and connection. She also shares a few books and practices that have helped her rethink what love, reciprocity, and healing look like in real life. Key Takeaways Lydia defines the “lover girl code” as discernment, honesty, faith, and meeting your own needs without abandoning softness.She talks about self-love as a daily practice through prayer, affirmation, meditation, therapy, and honest self-check-ins.The episode explores forgiveness as a key part of softening the heart and moving through life with a healthier love ethic.Lydia reflects on boundaries, especially around touch, rejection, and respecting other people’s sensitivity and love styles.She unpacks reciprocity, community, and the loneliness that can come from trying to do everything alone.Hyper-independence comes up as something she no longer sees as a flex, with interdependence positioned as the healthier goal.She shares how friendship and connection are being rebuilt in her life, including a new friendship she found after trying Bumble BFF.Lydia reflects on how childhood, family conflict, and past relationship patterns shaped her fear, armor, and tendency to run.She emphasizes being open to correction, repositioning relationships, and knowing when to lean in versus lean out.The episode closes with books and reflections that support her healing, including poetry and meditations centered on self-worth and choosing yourself. Chapters 00:00 - Reintroduction and the heart of the episode: coming home to herself 00:30 - Why self-love has to come before romantic longing 01:58 - Defining the modern lover girl and the “lover girl code” 03:56 - Balancing discernment with softness in love 04:29 - Softening through prayer, therapy, honesty, and forgiveness 05:48 - Boundaries, touch, and being mindful of energetic exchange 07:24 - Reciprocity, community, and the tension of modern relationships 09:00 - Building real connection in a digital age, including a new friendship 10:00 - Reconstructing relationships instead of quitting too quickly 11:26 - Childhood experiences that shaped fear and armor around love 12:53 - Learning to accept correction and repair connections 14:48 - Remaining open through heartbreak, disappointment, and growth 16:30 - Why hyper-independence creates loneliness 17:19 - Letting people in, listening better, and speaking honestly 18:14 - Therapy, coaching, and finding support instead of doing life alone 19:36 - Books and reading that are shaping her self-love journey 21:00 Choosing yourself as a daily practice in relationships and life

  2. Aug 24

    Coming Back to Myself After Months of Reflection, Health Scares, and Major Change

    On this episode of Life Will Be, Lydia T. Blanco returns with a personal update about stepping back, resetting, and learning how to show up more fully in her own life. She shares what’s changed over the last five to six months, including launching a new business, losing a job, navigating a breast health scare, and redefining what it means to live with softness, faith, and intention. This is a solo reflection centered on self-reclamation, survival, healing, and choosing to live with more honesty. Lydia also opens up about coming out of hiding, advocating for her health, and building a life rooted in sanctuary, love, and purpose. Key topics Lydia explains why she stepped away for months to reflect, reset, and come home to herself.She reintroduces herself as a storyteller, journalist, podcaster, creative, lover girl, and interior decorator.She shares the launch of her small business, Ema, focused on home, intentional design, organizing, and conversation-centered products.She talks about pursuing homeownership, being outbid, and seeing that closed door as part of a larger redirection.Lydia details being laid off shortly after launching her business and reframes it as a needed turning point.She reflects on paying off six figures of student loan debt and trusting that she would be okay through another major transition.Lydia opens up about a breast tumor and cyst, the months of pain that led to testing, and the surgery that followed.She emphasizes the importance of advocating for yourself, especially when something feels wrong in your body.She discusses living more softly, romanticizing life, and being more mindful about who gets access to her energy.Lydia reflects on being misunderstood, compartmentalizing for survival, and learning to stop hiding parts of herself.She anchors the episode in her love ethic, faith, and mission to build community through storytelling.Her closing message is about resilience: doing more with less, staying hopeful, and choosing abundance anyway. Timestamps 00:00 - Reintroducing herself after months away 00:38 - Resetting, stepping back, and coming home to herself 01:38 - Who Lydia is and what she wants this chapter to mean 02:47 - The idea behind Ema and redefining home 04:13 - Choosing to live and naming the transitions of the year 06:12 - Why the homeownership door closed and what came next 07:10 - Launching Ema with services and products 07:40 - Being laid off one week after launching the business 09:38 - Paying off six figures of student loan debt and trusting the shift 10:49 - Discovering a breast tumor and cyst during annual checkups 12:06 - Tests, biopsies, genetic screening, and treating health like a full-time job 13:02 - Surgery, healing, and gratitude after the procedure 14:01 - Why she is speaking up about breast health and self-advocacy 17:11 - Romanticizing life and setting the table for herself 18:28 - Learning to recognize and honor her own needs 19:34 - Bell Hooks, love ethic, and practicing softness 20:17 - Coming out of hiding and wanting to show up fully 21:15 - Being misunderstood, compartmentalized, and ready for change 22:02 - “Worth being known, loved, and kept” as a personal affirmation 23:01 - Reclaiming her story as part of her mission to build community 23:45 - Final encouragement: doing more with less and choosing abundance

  3. Mar 23

    Honor Your Time: How to Live Fully and Intentionally

    Lydia T. Blanco explores the importance of intentional time management, prioritization, and living fully in the present. She shares personal insights on how the pandemic has reshaped her perspective on time, sleep, quality relationships, and self-care. Key Topics The significance of time and its impact on life Strategies for effective time management and prioritization The importance of sleep and self-care in productivity Building quality relationships through intentional time Reevaluating how we spend time with others and ourselves Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Host's Reflection on Rhythm 00:36 The Concept of Time Being of the Essence 01:21 Time as a Non-Renewable Resource 02:40 The Pandemic's Impact on Time Priorities 03:30 The Ritual of Calendar Management 04:15 Prioritizing Time and Tasks 04:58 The Importance of Sleep and Rest 05:58 Quality Time with Others and Self-Care 07:35 Reevaluating Relationships and Interactions 09:15 The Myth of Multitasking and Focus 10:48 Waking Up Early for Focused Time 12:23 Morning Routine and Undivided Attention 13:35 Using Time Wisely and Creating Space 13:58 Living, Loving, and Serving with Intention 15:35 The Call to Live Fully and Purposefully 16:51 The Power of Love and Service 17:53 The Question: What Better Time Than Now? 18:42 Closing Remarks and Appreciation Stay Connected @LifeWillBePod

  4. Mar 9

    Ask Boldly: The Spiritual Science of Receiving

    Lydia T. Blanco shares insights on the power of asking, manifesting, and living intentionally. She discusses how to ask boldly, be clear in your desires, and trust the process to attract abundance and fulfillment. Key Takeaways The importance of asking boldly and without fearHow to be clear and intentional in your requestsThe role of gratitude and humility in manifestingVisualization techniques to attract what you wantTrusting the process and believing in yourself Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Host's Personal Reflection 00:04 The Power of Manifestation and Asking the Universe 01:05 Asking and Receiving: Biblical and Spiritual Perspectives 02:32 Letting Go and Surrendering to Receive 03:21 The Weight of Words and Intentional Asking 05:04 Overcoming Fear in Asking for What You Want 06:31 Clarity and Specificity in Your Requests 07:36 The Power of Mindful and Intentional Words 10:36 The Law of Attraction and Mindful Speech 12:41 Eight Steps to Manifestation from Mindvalley 16:58 Recap of Manifestation Principles and Encouragement Stay Connected @LifeWillBePod

  5. Feb 23

    Transform Your Life: The Art of Letting Go

    Discover the transformative power of vulnerability, surrender, and letting go as Lydia T. Blanco shares her personal journey of growth, change, and self-awareness. This episode encourages you to examine what you need to let go of to make space for abundance and new opportunities Key Takeaways Letting go creates space for new opportunities. Limiting beliefs can hold you back from living fully. Financial freedom begins with strategic planning and mindset shifts. Community and connection are vital for emotional well-being. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:39 The Importance of Vulnerability 02:27 Embracing Change and Letting Go 05:01 Navigating Limiting Beliefs 07:33 The Journey of Home and Familiarity 10:17 Relationships and Evolving Dynamics 13:00 Financial Awareness and Growth 21:17 Letting Go for Abundance Stay Connected @LifeWillBePod Lydia T. Blanco on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lydiatblanco/

  6. Feb 9

    From Exhausted to Effortless: How Relaxing Habits Unlock Growth and Abundance

    In this conversation, Lydia T. Blanco explores the themes of 'ease' and 'increase' as guiding principles for personal growth and wellness. She emphasizes the importance of being present and relaxed to fully experience life's blessings and opportunities. Through practical advice and personal anecdotes, she encourages listeners to adopt a mindset of ease, practice patience, and engage in behavioral changes that promote well-being. The discussion highlights the significance of self-love, mindfulness, and the pursuit of healthy relationships as essential components of a fulfilling life. Key Takeaways Ease and increase are powerful themes for personal growth. Being at ease allows for a more effortless life experience. Patience is crucial in receiving what is meant for us. Increase is not just about material wealth but also love and relationships. Mindfulness and being present are essential for appreciating life's gifts. Behavioral change is necessary to experience true wellness. Practicing relaxation can be achieved through simple daily actions. Self-kindness is vital for personal well-being and growth. Every day presents an opportunity for growth and self-discovery. Real change requires real action and commitment. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:11 Themes of Ease and Increase 06:50 Understanding Ease in Life 08:12 The Concept of Increase 09:53 The Importance of Presence 12:05 Practical Steps to Achieve Ease 18:33 The Role of Patience in Growth 21:23 Final Thoughts on Ease and Increase Stay Connected IG: Life Will Be Pod

  7. Jan 26

    How You Speak Influences How You Live

    In this episode of Life Will Be, Lydia T. Blanco emphasizes the importance of self-identity, affirmations, and the power of living life on one's own terms. Through her experiences, she encourages listeners to embrace change, practice mindfulness, and go the distance for themselves, ultimately reminding them that how they live their life is their business. Key Takeaways New seasons bring new opportunities for growth. Being present is essential in a fast-paced world. Your life is your business; prioritize your well-being. Endurance is key to showing up authentically. Affirmations can shape your self-identity. Naming things gives you ownership and clarity. Speak life into your dreams and aspirations. Go out of your way to show up for yourself. Done is better than perfect; take action. Show up confidently, regardless of others' opinions. Sound bites "New season, next level." "Put a name on it." "Show up and show out." Chapters 00:00 Welcome Back and New Beginnings 00:48 Reflections on Change and Growth 04:08 Living Your Life as Your Business 10:22 The Power of Affirmations and Self-Identity 14:27 Naming and Claiming Your Life 20:37 Going the Distance for Yourself Stay Connected @LifeWillBePod

  8. Jan 12

    The Power of 'Say' In Our Lives

    On this episode of Life Will Be, Lydia T. Blanco explores the themes of vulnerability, responsibility, and the importance of having a say in one's life. She discusses how having authority comes with the need for discipline and accountability, emphasizing the weight of influence and the necessity of setting boundaries. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, she encourages listeners to embrace their power while being mindful of the responsibilities that accompany it. Key Takeaways Having a say in life comes with responsibility. Discipline is necessary to manage freedom. Influence requires careful decision-making. Self-discipline is crucial for success. Boundaries protect our well-being. Accountability is key to personal development. Flexibility should be used wisely. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:52 Exploring the Concept of 'Say' 04:28 The Weight of Responsibility and Discipline 07:21 Self-Discipline and Accountability 09:31 Boundaries and Their Importance Stay Connected @LifeWillBePod - @LydiaTBlanco

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How you live your life is your business. This show is an invitation to explore the unexpected (and planned) with more gratitude, grace, and deep inner-standing. Join award-winning journalist, Lydia T. Blanco, and a host of exceptional experts as they share how you can live more abundantly. (Formerly, The Get My Life Tour)

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  • Creator
    Lydia T. Blanco
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    141
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 619223
  • Show Website
    Life Will Be