Living in the Miracle Zone

Marci Shimoff

Living in the Miracle Zone, hosted by #1 NY Times bestselling author Marci Shimoff, is a weekly podcast bringing you miraculous stories from interviews with some of the world's most recognizable names, from everyday people, and from Marci herself. As a featured teacher in The Secret , founder of Your Year of Miracles, and author of Happy for No Reason and Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul, Marci is a top leader in the area of personal transformation. Over a decade ago, Marci woke up one day and realized she was living a truly miraculous life. She knew it hadn't happened by chance, but that there were certain keys to making a miraculous life possible. She's now shared these keys with more than a million people around the world, and today she shares them with you. Let Marci and her guests offer their most groundbreaking miracle tools to help you create a flow of miracles in every area of your life: self-love, wealth, relationships, health, purpose, and more. It's possible to transform your life from the mundane to the miraculous. Let's dive in and change your world…one miracle at a time. Welcome to the Miracle Zone! Follow Marci on Instagram: @youryearofmiracles https://www.instagram.com/youryearofmiracles/ Website: https://youryearofmiracles.com/

  1. 2d ago

    Are You Addicted to Struggle? The 3 Steps to Break Free and Live with More Ease

    Are You Addicted to Struggle? The 3 Steps to Break Free and Live with More Ease Do you ever feel like life has to be hard? Maybe you keep finding yourself struggling with money, relationships, health, or success…and just when things start getting better, something pulls you back into old patterns. In this Miracle Moment, Marci Shimoff explores a surprising question: Could you be unconsciously addicted to struggle? Drawing from her own personal breakthrough, Marci shares how many of us inherit beliefs about suffering from our families, cultures, and even our ancestors. Through the lens of personal growth, ancestral healing, and emerging research on epigenetics, she reveals why struggle can become part of our identity—and how to release it. Most importantly, Marci introduces her simple yet powerful framework for transforming struggle into growth: The Three A's—Allow, Align, and Alchemize. If you're ready to stop carrying the weight of old patterns and begin creating a life with more ease, flow, abundance, and miracles, this video is for you. In This Video You'll Discover: Why many people unconsciously stay stuck in cycles of struggle How family patterns and ancestral experiences may influence your mindset The surprising belief that kept Marci trapped in suffering What epigenetics teaches us about inherited patterns How to practice the Three A's: Allow, Align, and Alchemize Why self-compassion is essential for personal transformation How to turn challenges into wisdom, growth, and breakthrough The inspiring story of Rose Klein Blunk and transforming generational struggle into a thriving legacy How to honor your ancestors by creating a beautiful, expansive life A simple practice for moving from struggle into the Miracle Zone Key Takeaways Struggle is not always caused by external circumstances. Many people develop unconscious identities around suffering and hard work. Family and ancestral patterns can influence the way we relate to challenges. The first step to transformation is allowing your current experience without judgment. Alignment shifts your focus from what you don't want to what you truly desire. Alchemy happens when you discover the wisdom hidden within your challenges. You can break generational patterns and create a new legacy of ease, joy, and abundance. The best way to honor your ancestors may be to thrive. Memorable Quotes "I thought I would get a gold medal for suffering." "The best way that you can honor your ancestors is by having a big, beautiful, expansive life." "The struggle energy is no longer yours to carry." "With any challenge we experience, the seed of the breakthrough is right there in the challenge." "We are all here to break family patterns and step into new ways of being." "Turn your struggle into your gold." "Your ancestors celebrate you." If you enjoyed this video, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who could use a reminder that struggle doesn't have to be a way of life. 🎁 FREE GIFT FROM MARCI: Download "Manifest a Life of Miracles: 4 Steps to Living in the Miracle Zone" 👉 https://themiraclezonebook.com   ABOUT MARCI SHIMOFF: Marci Shimoff is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, transformational teacher, and expert on happiness, success, and unconditional love. She is the author of the Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul series and Happy for No Reason, a featured teacher in The Secret, and the founder of Your Year of Miracles. Marci has taught and inspired more than a million people worldwide.   💛 CONNECT WITH MARCI: Website: https://marcishimoff.com  Your Year of Miracles: https://youryearofmiracles.com  Instagram: @marcishimoff Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarciShimoffFan

    Are You Addicted to Struggle? The 3 Steps to Break Free and Live with More Ease
  2. Aug 18

    Your Brain's Destiny Is Not Fixed with Dr. David Perlmutter

    What if the future of your brain isn't predetermined by your age, your genetics, or even your current health? In this fascinating and empowering conversation, Marci sits down with renowned neurologist and six-time New York Times bestselling author Dr. David Perlmutter to explore groundbreaking research that could completely change the way you think about brain health and aging. At the center of Dr. Perlmutter's newest book, Brain Defenders: Harness the Power of Your Brain Cells to Protect Your Brain for Life, are tiny but incredibly powerful cells called microglia which are the immune cells of your brain.  When functioning as they're designed to, microglia help protect your neurons, strengthen the connections between brain cells, repair the blood-brain barrier, and keep your brain resilient. But when these cells shift into a more inflammatory state, Dr. Perlmutter explains, they may contribute to cognitive decline and a range of neurological conditions.  Here's the hopeful part: you have far more influence over this process than you may think. Dr. Perlmutter shares how everyday choices—including movement, nutrition, restorative sleep, social connection, and even having more fun—can support your metabolic health and, in turn, help support the health of your brain.  In this episode, you'll discover:  ● Why Dr. Perlmutter believes your brain's immune system may be one of the most important and often overlooked keys to lifelong brain health ● What microglial cells are and the surprising role they play in protecting, repairing, and maintaining your brain ● Why the metabolic choices you make today may influence how your brain functions decades from now ● The simple daily practice Dr. Perlmutter considers foundational for protecting your brain as you age ● Why both aerobic exercise and strength training matter to your brain's health and what your muscles have to do with growing and protecting brain connections ● The fascinating connection between social interaction, oxytocin, and your brain's immune cells ● Why your blood sugar may be one of the most useful clues to your metabolic health ● How one poor night of sleep can affect inflammation, blood sugar, and insulin sensitivity the very next day ● Why prevention may be one of the most powerful approaches we have to protecting cognitive health ● The encouraging research suggesting that lifestyle changes may make a meaningful difference even after cognitive decline has begun  ● Why Dr. Perlmutter says we need to stop giving away our agency when it comes to the future of our brains This conversation is ultimately about much more than preventing cognitive decline.  It's about empowerment.  Because caring for your brain isn't something you have to wait to think about until there's a problem. The choices you make today can help create the foundation for greater vitality, connection, clarity, and possibility for years to come.  As Dr. Perlmutter reminds us: "Your brain's destiny is not fixed. It is fluid, and you have the power to control it." If you want your brain to be fully along for the ride as you create your most joyful, vibrant, miraculous years yet, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Resources Mentioned  ● Learn more about Dr. David Perlmutter and his work: https://drperlmutter.com/ ● Get his latest book, Brain Defenders: Harness the Power of Your Brain Cells to Protect Your Brain for Life: https://drperlmutter.com/books/brain-defenders/ If this conversation inspired you, please subscribe, leave a comment, and share this episode with someone who can use a little more inner peace and grace in their life.  🎁 FREE GIFT FROM MARCI: Download "Manifest a Life of Miracles: 4 Steps to Living in the Miracle Zone" 👉 https://themiraclezonebook.com ✨ ABOUT MARCI SHIMOFF: Marci Shimoff is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, transformational teacher, and expert on happiness, success, and unconditional love. She is the author of the Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul series and Happy for No Reason, a featured teacher in The Secret, and the founder of Your Year of Miracles. Marci has taught and inspired more than a million people worldwide.  💛 CONNECT WITH MARCI: Website: https://marcishimoff.com Your Year of Miracles: https://youryearofmiracles.com Instagram: @marcishimoff Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarciShimoffFan

    Your Brain's Destiny Is Not Fixed with Dr. David Perlmutter
  3. Aug 10

    The Peace You've Been Looking For Was Never Missing" with Miranda Macpherson

    What if the peace you've been searching for isn't something you have to earn, achieve, or create? What if it's already here... waiting beneath the noise, the fear, and the constant effort to hold everything together? In this deeply nourishing conversation, Marci sits down with spiritual teacher, author, and longtime friend Miranda Macpherson to explore one of the most profound truths of the spiritual path: our true nature has never been separate from love, grace, or peace. Miranda shares the remarkable awakening she experienced as a teenager during one of the darkest moments of her life—a life-changing encounter that revealed a boundless love beneath all suffering and set her on a lifelong path of helping others awaken to their own deepest nature. Together, Marci and Miranda explore how we can remain grounded in grace during uncertain times, why trust is the foundation of every spiritual journey, and how the simple practice of becoming fully present allows us to reconnect with the love and support that has always been available. One of the most moving moments in the episode is Miranda's gentle guided practice that helps you experience, in just a few minutes, what it feels like to soften, let go, and remember that you are already being held by life. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or simply longing for a deeper sense of peace, this conversation offers a beautiful reminder that what you're searching for has never truly been missing. In this episode, you'll discover: - Why true peace isn't something you create—it's something you remember. - The extraordinary awakening that transformed Miranda's life at just thirteen years old. - How to trust life even when circumstances feel uncertain or overwhelming. - Why trying harder often keeps us stuck—and what to do instead. - The surprising difference between being present and living from Presence. - How fear and the need to control disconnect us from grace. - A simple practice you can use anytime to calm your mind and reconnect with the present moment. - Why most suffering comes from resisting our experience rather than experiencing it. - The childhood stories that quietly shape our lives—and how to begin relaxing beyond them. - What Miranda means by "ego relaxation" and why it's gentler and more transformative than trying to eliminate the ego. - How to stay openhearted without becoming overwhelmed by the challenges of today's world. - Why awakening isn't just personal—it's a gift we offer to everyone around us. Memorable Quotes "Grace is always present. The issue is often we're not very present." "Every breath is love... nourishment." "True authentic happiness comes from being intimate with what's real." "The peace and joy you're seeking are already your true nature." "This is the time for 'we,' not 'me.'" About Miranda Macpherson Miranda Macpherson is an interfaith minister, spiritual teacher, author, and internationally respected leader in contemporary spirituality. For more than 30 years, she has guided thousands of people into direct experiences of grace, presence, and awakening through her unique approach known as Ego Relaxation. She is the author of The Way of Grace: The Transforming Power of Ego Relaxation, Boundless Love, and several other books and meditation resources. Miranda leads the Living Grace Global Sangha, teaches internationally, and serves on the faculty of The Shift Network. Resources Mentioned Learn more about Miranda and her work: https://mirandamacpherson.com/ Explore Miranda's books and card decks: https://mirandamacpherson.com/in-the-sanctuary/books-cards/ If this conversation inspired you, please subscribe, leave a comment, and share this episode with someone who can use a little more inner peace and grace in their life. 🎁 FREE GIFT FROM MARCI: Download "Manifest a Life of Miracles: 4 Steps to Living in the Miracle Zone" 👉 https://themiraclezonebook.com ✨ ABOUT MARCI SHIMOFF: Marci Shimoff is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, transformational teacher, and expert on happiness, success, and unconditional love. She is the author of the Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul series and Happy for No Reason, a featured teacher in The Secret, and the founder of Your Year of Miracles. Marci has taught and inspired more than a million people worldwide. 💛 CONNECT WITH MARCI: Website: https://marcishimoff.com Your Year of Miracles: https://youryearofmiracles.com Instagram: @marcishimoff Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarciShimoffFan

    The Peace You've Been Looking For Was Never Missing" with Miranda Macpherson
  4. Aug 3

    The Big Shift That Changes How You Manifest

    What if the secret to manifesting isn't working harder, visualizing longer, or wanting your dreams more intensely? What if the real shift is learning how to hold your dreams with love... without making your happiness depend on them? In this inspiring Miracle Moment, Marci Shimoff shares one of the most powerful mindset shifts she's discovered after decades of studying happiness, manifestation, and the principles behind living in the Miracle Zone. Drawing on insights from happiness researcher Arthur C. Brooks, her own bestselling book Happy for No Reason, and a deeply personal story about finding lasting love with her husband Sergio, Marci reveals why true manifestation begins when you stop postponing your happiness and start embracing the present moment. You'll discover why dreaming big and letting go aren't opposites—they're partners. When you combine high intention with low attachment, you create space for greater peace, deeper joy, and unexpected miracles to unfold. Whether you're manifesting love, abundance, better health, meaningful work, or a greater sense of purpose, this simple shift can transform not only what you create but how you experience the journey. ✨ In this video, you'll discover: • The biggest manifestation mistake that quietly blocks happiness • Why "I'll be happy when..." keeps your dreams just out of reach • How the "Myth of More" steals your joy without you realizing it • The surprising "reverse bucket list" practice that can bring more peace and freedom • What "High Intention, Low Attachment" really means—and how to practice it every day • Marci's personal story of finding love, letting go, and experiencing an unexpected miracle • How to enjoy the present moment while still creating an extraordinary future Your dreams matter. They're whispers from your soul, inviting you toward your highest potential. But your happiness doesn't have to wait until they arrive. When you learn to appreciate the present while holding a clear vision for what's possible, you naturally become more aligned with the energy that allows miracles to flow. Key Takeaways - Your dreams are sacred but your happiness doesn't have to depend on them. - Lasting happiness comes from appreciating the present, not postponing joy until you reach your next goal. - The "Myth of More" and the "I'll Be Happy When..." mindset quietly keep us chasing fulfillment instead of experiencing it. - Acknowledge your deepest desires without becoming attached to a specific outcome. - Practice High Intention, Low Attachment: dream boldly while trusting that the Universe may have an even better plan. - Letting go of attachment isn't giving up on your dreams—it's creating space for miracles to unfold. - Life isn't about waiting for the destination—it's about learning to enjoy the dance with the Universe. - Your greatest manifestations often arrive when you stop making them responsible for your happiness. - Miracles flow most easily when gratitude, trust, and presence become your way of life. Memorable Quotes Your dreams are meant to inspire your happiness—not determine it.  Manifestation isn't about controlling the outcome. It's about aligning with the energy of joy, trust, and possibility. Dream big. Hold lightly. Live joyfully. The happiest people aren't the ones who have everything they want. They're the ones who have learned to appreciate what is. When happiness is no longer waiting for tomorrow, miracles have room to arrive today. Your dreams come from your soul. Honor them. Just don't hand them the job of making you happy. High intention opens the door. Low attachment allows the Universe to surprise you. You're not here to postpone your joy until everything is perfect. You're here to experience the miracle that's unfolding right now. The more you enjoy the journey, the more beautiful the destination becomes. When you stop chasing happiness, you often discover it has been walking beside you all along. If this message resonated with you, leave a comment below and share one dream you're learning to hold with both intention and trust. If you enjoyed this video, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who could use a reminder that happiness isn't found someday—it's available right here, right now.  🎁 FREE GIFT FROM MARCI: Download "Manifest a Life of Miracles: 4 Steps to Living in the Miracle Zone" 👉 https://themiraclezonebook.com ABOUT MARCI SHIMOFF: Marci Shimoff is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, transformational teacher, and expert on happiness, success, and unconditional love. She is the author of the Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul series and Happy for No Reason, a featured teacher in The Secret, and the founder of Your Year of Miracles. Marci has taught and inspired more than a million people worldwide. 💛 CONNECT WITH MARCI: Website: https://marcishimoff.com Your Year of Miracles: https://youryearofmiracles.com Instagram: @marcishimoff Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarciShimoffFan

    The Big Shift That Changes How You Manifest
  5. Jul 29

    The Secret to Caring Without Carrying the Weight of the World with Dr. Tony Nader

    Have you ever felt like you're carrying the weight of the entire world on your shoulders? The news. The climate. The wars. Your family's pain. Your friends' struggles. Everyone who needs you and everything they need? If you've been feeling depleted, resentful, physically exhausted — or like your body is starting to break down from how much you're holding ...you're not weak. Your nervous system was never built to carry this much. #1 New York Times bestselling author Marci Shimoff (Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul, Happy for No Reason, The Secret) sits down with Dr. Tony Nader — a Harvard and MIT-trained neuroscientist, medical doctor, brain researcher, New York Times bestselling author, and global leader of the Transcendental Meditation organization. Dr. Nader reveals the critical distinction between CARING (which heals both you and others) and CARRYING (which quietly destroys you from the inside). He explains the neuroscience of mirror neurons, cortisol, inflammation, and burnout — and offers a simple daily question that can transform how you move through your day: "What is mine to do today?" If you've been feeling depleted, exhausted, or like you're doing everything for everyone and still not enough — this is the conversation that will help you understand WHY, and give you the specific neuroscience-backed tools to keep caring deeply without breaking. 🎁 FREE GIFT FROM MARCI: Download "Manifest a Life of Miracles: 4 Steps to Living in the Miracle Zone" 👉 https://themiraclezonebook.com ✨ ABOUT  @DrTonyNader  : Dr. Tony Nader is a Harvard and MIT-trained neuroscientist, medical doctor, and brain researcher. He is a New York Times bestselling author of "Consciousness Is All There Is" and "The Power of Caring," and the global leader of the Transcendental Meditation organization. His research bridges neuroscience with consciousness studies to help people reduce stress, improve health, and live more fulfilled lives. 📘 Get "The Power of Caring": https://thepowerofcaringbook.com ✨ ABOUT MARCI SHIMOFF: Marci Shimoff is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, transformational teacher, and expert on happiness, success, and unconditional love. She is the woman's face of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series (over 16 million copies sold in 33 languages), a featured teacher in The Secret, and the founder of Your Year of Miracles. Marci has taught and inspired more than a million people worldwide. 💛 CONNECT WITH MARCI: Website: https://marcishimoff.com Your Year of Miracles: https://youryearofmiracles.com Instagram: @marcishimoff Facebook: Marci Shimoff ⏰ CHAPTERS: 00:00 What you'll learn in this conversation 01:26 Meet Dr. Tony Nader: Harvard neuroscientist & TM leader 04:52 Dr. Nader's journey from civil war to conscious caring 09:09 The neuroscience of caring: Mirror neurons, cortisol, burnout 13:33 The critical difference: CARING vs. CARRYING 15:16 Boundaries are not walls 17:33 The simple antidote for burnout 18:18 How Transcendental Meditation heals mind + body 23:20 Why your brain still thinks there are tigers everywhere 30:32 We're carrying more than our grandparents ever did 31:48 THE question to ask every morning: "What is mine to do today?" 37:33 High intention, low attachment

  6. Jul 21

    The Fastest Way to Break Free from Limiting Beliefs with Shelly Lefkoe

    Have you ever wondered why certain patterns keep showing up in your life… even after years of personal growth? Maybe you know what you want. You've read the books, practiced affirmations, visualized your dreams, and worked on your mindset. Yet somehow, the same fears, doubts, or frustrations continue to surface. What if the real obstacle isn't a lack of effort—but an unconscious belief you've been carrying since childhood? In this powerful episode of Living in the Miracle Zone, Marci sits down with her dear friend and renowned belief expert Shelly Lefkoe, co-founder of the Lefkoe Institute. For nearly four decades, Shelly has helped thousands of people permanently eliminate the hidden beliefs that fuel self-doubt, anxiety, procrastination, and emotional suffering. Together, they explore how these beliefs are formed, why they feel so true, and—most importantly—how you can begin releasing them so you can experience greater freedom, joy, and possibility. Shelly even guides Marci through a live belief-elimination process, giving you a firsthand experience of how quickly your perspective—and your life—can shift. In this episode, you'll discover: - Why limiting beliefs are conclusions, not facts—and how that changes everything - The surprising reason affirmations often don't create lasting transformation - How childhood experiences quietly shape your relationships, confidence, money, and success as an adult - Why you don't actually react to events—you react to the meaning you give them - A simple question that can instantly loosen the grip of fear, self-doubt, and anxiety - The crucial difference between a pattern and the belief that's creating it - Why emotional freedom doesn't have to take years of inner work - A practical exercise you can begin using today to question the stories your mind automatically creates - How releasing limiting beliefs allows you to experience more ease, authenticity, and miracles in everyday life Whether you've been on a personal growth journey for decades or you're just beginning to explore the power of your mindset, this conversation offers a fresh, compassionate perspective that may completely change the way you see yourself—and your past. Because the truth is… You are not your beliefs. And when the beliefs that have been holding you back begin to dissolve, life opens in ways you may never have imagined. Tune in and discover how to step beyond the stories you've been living—and into the freedom that's been waiting for you all along. About Shelly Lefkoe Shelly Lefkoe is the co-founder of the Lefkoe Institute and one of the world's leading experts on eliminating limiting beliefs. For nearly 40 years, she has helped thousands of people dissolve the unconscious beliefs that fuel self-doubt, anxiety, procrastination, and emotional suffering—creating profound, lasting transformation in every area of life. Co-author of Hitting the Wall: Eliminate the Beliefs That Sabotage Your Business and Your Life, Shelly continues the groundbreaking work she developed with her late husband, Morty Lefkoe. Through the powerful Lefkoe Belief Process, she has empowered people around the world to release the hidden stories that keep them stuck and step into lives of greater freedom, confidence, and possibility. Shelly is also a sought-after speaker, coach, and parenting educator whose mission is simple yet profound: to help people realize they are not limited by their past—and that lasting change is possible faster than they ever imagined. Resources Mentioned Experience Shelly's belief elimination process and learn more about her work: https://eliminatebeliefs.com  Check out Shelly's self-paced programNatural Confidence: https://www.recreateyourlife.com/store/natural-confidence.php  Get Shelly's book: Hitting the Wall: Eliminate the Beliefs That Sabotage Your Business and Your Life https://www.amazon.com/dp/1544543697?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback  If this conversation inspired you, please subscribe, leave a comment, and share this episode with someone who is ready to embrace the freedom that comes from eliminating their limiting beliefs for good. 🎁 FREE GIFT FROM MARCI: Download "Manifest a Life of Miracles: 4 Steps to Living in the Miracle Zone" 👉 https://themiraclezonebook.com ✨ ABOUT MARCI SHIMOFF: Marci Shimoff is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, transformational teacher, and expert on happiness, success, and unconditional love. She is the author of the Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul series and Happy for No Reason, a featured teacher in The Secret, and the founder of Your Year of Miracles. Marci has taught and inspired more than a million people worldwide. 💛 CONNECT WITH MARCI: Website: https://marcishimoff.com  Your Year of Miracles: https://youryearofmiracles.com  Instagram: @marcishimoff Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarciShimoffFan

    The Fastest Way to Break Free from Limiting Beliefs with Shelly Lefkoe
  7. Jul 15

    The Two Shifts That Change Your Relationship With Money

    What if your biggest money challenge isn't actually about money? For so many of us, no matter how much we earn or achieve, we still find ourselves feeling like there's never quite enough. Enough money. Enough security. Enough freedom. Enough. In this heartfelt video, Marci explores the hidden beliefs that quietly shape our financial lives and reveals two simple but profound shifts that can help you move from scarcity into true abundance. Drawing on the wisdom of The Soul of Money author Lynne Twist, her own personal awakening around receiving, and a beautiful poem by Kahlil Gibran, Marci invites you to rethink your relationship with giving, receiving, and the flow of abundance itself. You'll also experience a gentle guided practice designed to help you notice where scarcity may still be running the show and begin replacing it with gratitude, trust, and conscious stewardship. If you've ever struggled with guilt around receiving, felt trapped in cycles of "not enough," or found yourself buying things in hopes they'll finally make you feel complete, this episode offers a compassionate path toward a healthier, more joyful relationship with money and with yourself. In this episode, you'll discover: - Why money itself isn't the problem and what actually creates financial stress - How our culture conditions us to live from scarcity, regardless of how much we have - The surprising reason receiving can feel uncomfortable (even when you deeply desire abundance) - Marci's simple practice of "Gratitude Over Guilt" and how it transforms your ability to receive - The hidden difference between unconscious consuming and conscious stewarding - Lynne Twist's powerful principle that "what you appreciate, appreciates" - A beautiful perspective from Kahlil Gibran on the sacred relationship between giving and receiving - A calming guided meditation to help you shift your energy around abundance in real time Whether you're seeking greater financial ease, emotional freedom, or simply a more peaceful relationship with abundance, this episode offers practical wisdom you can begin applying today. Remember: Your true nature isn't scarcity…it's abundance. Key Takeaways - Money is neutral: it's simply an energy of giving and receiving. - Scarcity isn't a personal flaw; it's a cultural conditioning that can be transformed. - Replacing guilt with gratitude opens the door to receiving more fully. - Conscious stewardship creates far more fulfillment than unconscious consumption. - The more you appreciate what you already have, the more abundance you're able to experience. Memorable Quotes "Money is a flow of energy of giving and receiving." "We are abundant. It's up to us to know it, feel it, and experience it in our lives." "It's not about what you spend. It's about how—and why—you spend it." "Choose to be a conscious steward of your money, your time, and your precious energy." "When you receive with gratitude rather than guilt, you bless the giver." "Your true nature is abundance." 🎁 FREE GIFT FROM MARCI: Download "Manifest a Life of Miracles: 4 Steps to Living in the Miracle Zone" 👉 https://themiraclezonebook.com ABOUT MARCI SHIMOFF: Marci Shimoff is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, transformational teacher, and expert on happiness, success, and unconditional love. She is the author of the Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul series and Happy for No Reason, a featured teacher in The Secret, and the founder of Your Year of Miracles. Marci has taught and inspired more than a million people worldwide. 💛 CONNECT WITH MARCI: Website: https://marcishimoff.com Your Year of Miracles: https://youryearofmiracles.com Instagram: @marcishimoff Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarciShimoffFan

    The Two Shifts That Change Your Relationship With Money
  8. Jul 6

    Your Future Is Calling You with Carolyn Buck Luce

    What if the life you're dreaming about isn't something you have to chase, but someone you're meant to become? In this inspiring conversation, Marci sits down with visionary leader, author, and Decade Game creator Carolyn Buck Luce to explore a powerful shift in perspective: instead of living from your past or your fears, what if you started living from your future? Carolyn shares how a vivid imagination, a deep sense of purpose, and the courage to think beyond today's limitations have guided every chapter of her extraordinary life; from serving as a diplomat in the Soviet Union during the Cold War to leading billion-dollar organizations and helping thousands of women design lives of greater meaning, impact, and joy. You'll discover why your future self may already hold the wisdom you're searching for today, how neuroscience supports thinking a decade ahead, and why creating your life by design, instead of by default, can change everything. In this episode, you'll discover: ● Why your future self may be your greatest guide  ● The surprising neuroscience behind thinking 10 years ahead ● How imagining your future can quiet fear and expand possibility ● The difference between your purpose and your mission—and why knowing both matters ● Why ""no"" doesn't have to mean never ● How to begin creating your life by design instead of default ● The powerful question that can help you uncover your unique purpose ● Why your biggest dreams may actually be too small ● How one tiny step today can begin transforming your entire future ● Carolyn's inspiring Decade Game and how it helps people create extraordinary lives with intention Whether you're entering a new season of life, searching for greater clarity, or simply wondering what's next, this conversation will inspire you to trust that your future is already calling and that every choice you make today can become a step toward the life you're meant to live. About Carolyn Buck Luce Carolyn Buck Luce is a pioneering leadership strategist, author of EPIC: The Women's Power Play Book, Managing Partner of Imaginal Labs, and creator of The Decade Game®, a transformational framework that has helped thousands of women, couples, and leaders envision and create lives of greater purpose, possibility, and fulfillment. Her work blends neuroscience, leadership, imagination, and human potential to help people design extraordinary futures. Resources Mentioned ● Learn more about The Decade Game® ● Get Carolyn's book: EPIC: The Women's Power Play Book ● Explore Imaginal Labs If this conversation inspired you, please subscribe, leave a comment, and share this episode with someone whose future may be calling them, too.  🎁 FREE GIFT FROM MARCI: Download "Manifest a Life of Miracles: 4 Steps to Living in the Miracle Zone" 👉 https://themiraclezonebook.com ✨ ABOUT MARCI SHIMOFF: Marci Shimoff is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, transformational teacher, and expert on happiness, success, and unconditional love. She is the author of the Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul series and Happy for No Reason, a featured teacher in The Secret, and the founder of Your Year of Miracles. Marci has taught and inspired more than a million people worldwide.  💛 CONNECT WITH MARCI: Website: https://marcishimoff.com Your Year of Miracles: https://youryearofmiracles.com Instagram: @marcishimoff Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarciShimoffFan"

    Your Future Is Calling You with Carolyn Buck Luce
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Living in the Miracle Zone, hosted by #1 NY Times bestselling author Marci Shimoff, is a weekly podcast bringing you miraculous stories from interviews with some of the world's most recognizable names, from everyday people, and from Marci herself. As a featured teacher in The Secret , founder of Your Year of Miracles, and author of Happy for No Reason and Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul, Marci is a top leader in the area of personal transformation. Over a decade ago, Marci woke up one day and realized she was living a truly miraculous life. She knew it hadn't happened by chance, but that there were certain keys to making a miraculous life possible. She's now shared these keys with more than a million people around the world, and today she shares them with you. Let Marci and her guests offer their most groundbreaking miracle tools to help you create a flow of miracles in every area of your life: self-love, wealth, relationships, health, purpose, and more. It's possible to transform your life from the mundane to the miraculous. Let's dive in and change your world…one miracle at a time. Welcome to the Miracle Zone! Follow Marci on Instagram: @youryearofmiracles https://www.instagram.com/youryearofmiracles/ Website: https://youryearofmiracles.com/

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