203 episodes

The Positively LivingⓇ podcast offers specially curated content to help you prioritize your passions and achieve more without the burnout. Designed for multi-tasking creatives and caregivers, the mix of solo and special guest episodes covers topics like productivity, self-awareness, personal development, habits + systems, decluttering + organizing, positivity, stress management, entrepreneurship, and more. You’ll find actionable advice, wrapped in humor and hope, dedicated to helping you do less, live more, and breathe easier.

Positively Living®: Do Less, Live More... Breathe Easier‪.‬ Lisa Zawrotny

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    • 5.0 • 52 Ratings

The Positively LivingⓇ podcast offers specially curated content to help you prioritize your passions and achieve more without the burnout. Designed for multi-tasking creatives and caregivers, the mix of solo and special guest episodes covers topics like productivity, self-awareness, personal development, habits + systems, decluttering + organizing, positivity, stress management, entrepreneurship, and more. You’ll find actionable advice, wrapped in humor and hope, dedicated to helping you do less, live more, and breathe easier.

    How To Make Sure You're Productive Versus Busy

    How To Make Sure You're Productive Versus Busy

    Productivity is not something you strive for on principle or an endgame unto itself. It’s important to recognize that we’re not trying to be productive for productivity’s sake, but rather to support who we are, the life we want to live, and the goals we wish to achieve. This week, episode 201 of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast is about how to make sure you’re productive vs. busy!


    In this episode of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, I am sharing the difference between taking action and being productive and giving you steps to take right now to get clear on the life you want to live and to start taking aligned (productive) action toward it. 
    I also cover the following topics:
    Being productive towards your goals starts with setting SMART goals for yourself.5 tips to help you get and stay on the track of productivity. Common reasons that might hinder your productivity and knowing when to pivot when necessary. 

    If we’re not clear on the direction we want to go in life, we might find ourselves busy without being productive at all. To be truly productive, we must be clear on goals and focus on the tasks that will have the biggest impact on those goals. 


    Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!
    Learn more about Positively LivingⓇ and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/
    If you’re a DIY dynamo looking for simplicity and productivity support, you’ll find it in the Positively Productive Resources Vault. It’s packed with the worksheets, checklists, workbooks, and recordings I use with clients. Go to http://www.positivelyproductive.com/podcastvault where the promo code PODCAST will give you a special listener discount.


    CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY:
    Facebook
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    Work with Lisa! 


    LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
    (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.)
    The Difference Between Busy and Productive | by John Spencer | Medium
    What Being Productive Really Means for You | Positively Productive Systems LLC
    Why You Must Savor and Celebrate Your Success (buzzsprout.com)
    Five Ways to Make Procrastination Work for You | Positively Productive Systems LLC


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    Music by Ian and Jeff Zawrotny


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    • 15 min
    200 Episodes of Positively Living®

    200 Episodes of Positively Living®

    The Positively Living Podcast is celebrating 200 episodes! In honor of that, my friend and former guest, Manpreet Bawa, is stepping in as guest host for a special interview so you can get to know the host behind the mic. This week, episode 200 of the Positively Living Podcast is about celebration and reflection! 


    In this episode of the Positively Living Podcast, I am reflecting on my podcasting journey–what brought me to 200 episodes—and how I hope to continue serving my audience in the future. 
    Manpreet and I cover the following topics:
    The life experiences that brought me to starting a podcast (instead of writing a book as intended). My favorite moments of impact that have come as a result of the podcast. How podcasting and caregiving intertwine through the service of others. Learning that self-care is critical for showing up authentically and serving. A glimpse into my process of providing valuable content for my listeners. 

    Life will always be coming at you with challenges. All you can do is find the best tools to navigate it and that's what I hope to continue sharing in the next 200 episodes. 


    Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!
    Learn more about Positively Living and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/
    If you’re a DIY dynamo looking for simplicity and productivity support, you’ll find it in the Positively Productive Resources Vault. It’s packed with the worksheets, checklists, workbooks, and recordings I use with clients. Go to http://www.positivelyproductive.com/podcastvault where the promo code PODCAST will give you a special listener discount.


    CONNECT WITH MANPREET BAWA:
    Manpreet Bawa 🧠 | LinkedIn


    CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY:
    Facebook
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    Resources
    Work with Lisa! 


    LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
    (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.)


    PLP Ep 34: My Caregiving and Clutter Story
    PLP Ep 100: 100 Episodes of Positively Living
    PLP Ep 101: Being Versus Doing with Manpreet Bawa




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    • 38 min
    Using the 80/20 Principle to Leverage a Better Life

    Using the 80/20 Principle to Leverage a Better Life

    The 80/20 principle states that for many outcomes, roughly 80% of the effects come from 20% of the causes. This means that a small number of inputs can often produce a large amount of outputs. When applied to all areas of our lives, we can see that using the 80/20 principle can boost productivity, and happiness, and improve our lives overall. This week, episode 199 of the Positively Living Podcast is about using the 80/20 principle to leverage a better life!


    In this episode of the Positively Living Podcast, I’m sharing where the 80/20 principle originated from and giving you actionable steps to take right now to apply this principle in your daily life. 


    I cover the following topics:
    Where the 80/20 principle originated and examples of where it takes place in life.Ways that you can apply this principle to various areas of your life to boost productivity, learn and grow, and be happier.3 simple steps you can use to make the 80/20 principle work for you. Ask yourself: What do you have in your life that feels like too much and feels like you’re not getting the results you want? And how can you apply the 80/20 principle to it? 


    Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!
    Learn more about Positively Living and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/


    If you’re a DIY dynamo looking for simplicity and productivity support, you’ll find it in the Positively Productive Resources Vault. It’s packed with the worksheets, checklists, workbooks, and recordings I use with clients. Go to http://www.positivelyproductive.com/podcastvault where the promo code PODCAST will give you a special listener discount.


    CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY:
    Facebook
    Instagram
    Resources
    Work with Lisa! 


    LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
    (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.)
    Ep 116: The Most Important Boundary for People Pleasers | Positively Productive Systems LLC
    Ep 117: How to Say No Without Feeling Guilty or Rude | Positively Productive Systems LLC
    Ep 197: Seek Happiness to Be More Productive | Positively Productive Systems LLC



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    • 13 min
    Notetaking Inspiration to Easily Organize Your Life with Emily Aborn

    Notetaking Inspiration to Easily Organize Your Life with Emily Aborn

    Notetaking goes beyond capturing information. It helps you organize, process, and engage with the information. This week, episode 198 of the Positively Living Podcast is about notetaking inspiration to easily organize your life!


    Emily Aborn is a Content Copywriter, Speaker, and Host of the Content with Character and She Built This podcasts. She lives in Temple, NH with her husband, Jason, and their snuggle-loving dog, Clyde. She enjoys hiking, reading, being a Jeopardy contestant from her couch, and writing.


    In this episode of the Positively Living Podcast, Emily Aborn and I share each of our notetaking techniques and explain why they work for each of us individually. We also share what we use to take notes and offer actionable steps you can take right now to try notetaking in a way that works for YOU. 
    Emily and I cover the following topics:
    How taking notes helps to remember important details, act on ideas, brainstorm, and stay present during conversations. Our favorite methods and tools for note taking and different use cases for each. A good first step to get yourself into the habit of notetaking. 

    Notetaking is a technique with endless methods. To uncover what works best for you, start by understanding why you’re notetaking, then choose and try some options to see what works best. 


    If you’re a DIY dynamo looking for simplicity and productivity support, you’ll find it in the Positively Productive Resources Vault. It’s packed with the worksheets, checklists, workbooks, and recordings I use with clients. Go to http://www.positivelyproductive.com/podcastvault where the promo code PODCAST will give you a special listener discount.


    CONNECT WITH EMILY ABORN:
    Website
    Instagram
    Podcasts
    Facebook
    LinkedIn


    CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY:
    Facebook
    Instagram
    Resources
    Work with Lisa! 


    LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
    (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.)
    How to Organize Notes and Ideas | Positively Productive Systems LLC
    3 Simple Systems to Organize Your Life + Business | Positively Productive Systems LLC
    The Benefits of Therapeutic Journaling for Mental Health | Positively Productive Systems LLC
    Stress-Free Content Creation with Emily Aborn | Positively Productive Systems LLC
    Using Collaboration to Boost Visibility with Emily Aborn | Positively Productive Systems LLC
    Choosing Your Creative Collaborative Platform with Emily Aborn and Alesia Galati | Positively Productive Systems LLC

    • 38 min
    Seek Happiness to Be More Productive

    Seek Happiness to Be More Productive

    We all want to be productive, but at what cost? Often people place mastering productivity as their #1 priority, which can actually limit happiness. We need to reverse this order to get the most benefit. This week, episode 197 of the Positively Living Podcast is about seeking happiness to be more productive!


    In this episode of the Positively Living Podcast, I’m sharing how prioritizing your happiness actually makes you more productive in the long-term and giving you simple steps to take right now to seek more happiness in your life. 


    If you focus on being productive, you may or may not be happy. However, if you focus on being happy, you’ll get happiness and an amazing byproduct called productivity. 


    Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!
    Learn more about Positively Living and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/


    If you’re a DIY dynamo looking for simplicity and productivity support, you’ll find it in the Positively Productive Resources Vault. It’s packed with the worksheets, checklists, workbooks, and recordings I use with clients. Go to http://www.positivelyproductive.com/podcastvault where the promo code PODCAST will give you a special listener discount.


    CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY:
    Facebook
    Instagram
    Resources
    Work with Lisa! 


    LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
    (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.)
    Intentional Happiness with Julie Leonard | Positively Productive Systems LLC
    Work Smarter Not Harder with Loubna Zarrou | Positively Productive Systems LLC
    Freedom from the Hustle | Positively Productive Systems LLC
    How a Joy List Can Make You More Productive | Positively Productive Systems LLC



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    • 13 min
    The Magic of Whole Life Decluttering [Round Up]

    The Magic of Whole Life Decluttering [Round Up]

    Through my experiences, both as someone dealing with clutter and someone who’s helped hundreds of clients deal with it, I know that decluttering is one of the most beneficial habits we can incorporate into our lives. This week, in episode 196 of the Positively Living Podcast, I’m featuring 10 episodes that feature the topic of decluttering, in every part of our lives.
    The episodes I cover today include:
    Ep #17: How Simplicity Sparks Joy with Tim Lucier where we discuss Marie Kondo’s approach to decluttering, highlighting its elements of simplicity and gratitude.Ep #18: Declutter through Delegation with Liz August where we discuss entrepreneurial clutter and remind ourselves that we don’t have to tackle it alone.Ep #22: Clutter Free Gift Giving with Katie Zurawski in which she gives actionable steps you can take to start planning gifts that wont add clutter to your life or your recipients’.Ep #27: Declutter Toys with Danielle Bettman where we cover decluttering children’s toys and show how mental and emotional decluttering play an important role.Ep #140: How to Declutter Your Mind in One Simple Step in which I share the process I take all of my clients through to understand the different types of mental clutter and the one step you can take to declutter your mind (which helps you declutter your life).Ep #145: 6 Reasons Why Decluttering is a Form of Self-care where I explain what clutter is and why I believe decluttering is an act of self-care by making space for what matters, including you. Ep #152: 3 Areas of Your Life You Need to Spring Clean where I explain how this practice—which dates back 1,000 years—is a wonderful way to reset the spaces in our lives.Ep #154: How Reverse Decluttering Can Quickly Reduce Stress where I highlight a simple technique you can use to take action towards your clutter when you’re too overwhelmed to declutter traditionally.Ep #164: Strategy Call: Decluttering and Habit Management for Multi-passionate Creatives where I coach Katie Henson on small ways she can adjust her day to reach her goals, approach clutter, and make space for what she loves.Ep #168: Boost Productivity and Well-being with a Toxic People Detox where I share how to recognize toxic influences/people in our lives and how to remove them, making space for people that encourage and support you. It’s essential to take a whole-life approach to decluttering because it connects to all aspects of life. Focus on decluttering and see how freeing it is when you release what doesn’t serve you. 
    Learn more about Positively Living and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/


    CONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY:
    Facebook
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    Resources
    Work with Lisa! 


    LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
    (Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Favorites Page.)
    Declutter Episodes Playlist
    Tim Lucier- The Habit Reset
    Liz August- Simplify, Simplify
    Katie Zurawksi- The Decluttering Queen
    Danielle Bettman- Parenting Wholeheartedly
    Ep 34: My Caregiving and Clutter Story | Positively Productive Systems LLC

    • 14 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
52 Ratings

52 Ratings

NicoleMajik ,

Great Content, Very Digestible

Captivating insights for high achievers! This podcast delivers superb content on organization, productivity, and self-development in a highly digestible format. A must-listen for those seeking actionable strategies and inspiration

ALarkCreation ,

Love the actionable tips and genuine insights

This podcast is a must for anyone looking to redefine their approach to building a business and community building. Lisa consistently brings valuable content to every episode.

kaseylriley ,

Positively Living is positively fantastic

The thing about Lisa Zawrotny’s podcast that really speaks to me is her ability to infuse the concept of productivity with compassion—when we approach our work, ourselves and others with compassion every outcome is improved. That thread runs through every episode.
And every conversation is so authentic—the caring and sincerity are palpable.
Cannot recommend this podcast highly enough—ideal for all of us navigating modern life and work.

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