Purpose Full with Paz Fourcard

Paz Fourcard

My name is Paz Fourcard. I'm 47, makeup and beauty disciple, model, former preschool teacher and hands-on mom of 4 from 4 to 24. My family and I are based in Bali. In this podcast, I share experiences, inspiration and motivation balancing life, love, work, womanhood and motherhood - just like you. Welcome to the conversation with friends and experts to help us become more centered, happier, better people and better parents. New episodes every week.

Episodes

  1. Ep. 10 Being Stronger to Raise Kids Better

    04/05/2023

    Ep. 10 Being Stronger to Raise Kids Better

    In this episode, we talk about what makes a woman strong. Why is it important to be strong in general? Why it's important to be strong as a woman, especially while raising children in the world today. How strong women means strong mothers, which leads to a better society. How being strong also is one of the best ways to be happy. The conversation about being strong is not only about the ability to take hard challenges in life but in rising above them too. To develop the patience, awareness and discipline to learn the lessons and prevent the issues from resurfacing. To be aware of the situations that cause the challenges to occur or recur in our lives and how to spot them, handle them with humility and maturity. It is important to note that strong women are born to parents who raise them strong. It starts from a young age or ideally, it is good to start raising young girls into young women. In everyday practice and situations that allow us to encourage our girls to be strong, resilient, smart and brave. To raise our sons to love and support women and raise them up. To protect them and take care of their spirits and build strength. To recognize that words and feelings play a big part in harnessing that strength. The more positive the environment is, the more it encourages a little girl ( or boy ) and a turbulent or habitually stressful surrounding diminishes one's strength. It builds self-doubt, worry, hopelessness and demotivation. Notice the title doesn't say to raise better kids. It states to raise kids better. It starts with the parent and how they raise their kids that determines the success of bringing up their children up well. The goal is not to make the kids better but to be better and be the example of strength. To show your kids your reaction and style in finding solutions. In the most peaceful and thoughtful way to create balance, harmony and progress in life. To set boundaries, conditions and values that support good behavior, character building and a positive and healthy mindset. This episode discusses how little girls need guidance of right and good. To be reminded of their power they are born with that we as parents must protect and develop in every moment. It reminds us to always be aware of our strength, that it doesn't really ever leave us. It's always there and we just need to find the ways to refuel it in our every day. That it is a powerful part of addressing the challenges of life and for parents, it is a significant element in raising our kids well- especially now. Thank you for being here and joining the conversation. Connect with me by email hello.pazfourcard@gmail.com You can also find me on Instagram and YouTube @pazfourcard and my website pazfourcard.com Looking forward to hearing from you. Have a great day.

    22 min
  2. Ep. 8 Children, Discipline & How Good Communication Wins

    03/02/2023

    Ep. 8 Children, Discipline & How Good Communication Wins

    Are you having a hard time keeping your kids disciplined? Are your kids behaving or are they giving you challenges and need some help?   In this episode we talk about discipline. How good communication makes such a big difference in raising kids and how effective it is in making successful parenthood easier. From my own experience, having kids from the ages of 2 to 22 has its own challenges in so many levels. Forget about arguing about toys or teaching them good manners. Discipline for life goes beyond that. Each child comes with his own set of needs, situations and we do our best every time to be there for them. What makes kids listen and behave? What is the secret to creating a safe space for kids to feel open and express? How can we be better and successfully navigate parenthood for the best results in raising our kids to be good people?  These are just some thoughts many parents have on the daily. In this conversation, we talk about how discipline and children work well together when there are certain key elements presented. Where respect comes so easily and feelings flow freely. Allowing parents and kids to understand each other and communicate better. I discuss how respect, being a good example through the way we speak, do and react is seen by our kids and emulated. They follow, and so we must lead by example. I find that happiness resides in homes where parents are fair, and children are heard. Where there is true affirmation and love in everyday actions. I’ll explain how and hopefully they help you get closer to your kids and improve your relationship for the better. Welcome to Episode 7 - Discipline / Children - and How Good Communication Wins ----- Welcome to the podcast and welcome to the conversation about motherhood, parenthood, life and balancing it all while raising kids.   I'm so happy and grateful to have you here. Connect with me - hello.pazfourcard@gmail.com For more, visit me on Instagram @pazfourcard or my website www.pazfourcard.com Listen to me on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. Watch me on YouTube @pazfourcard. Subscribe and follow. I post something new every week.

    29 min
  3. Ep. 7 Raising Boys ( & Girls - How This Applies to All Kids )

    02/21/2023

    Ep. 7 Raising Boys ( & Girls - How This Applies to All Kids )

    Raising children has become a more interesting situation as the years go by. People have deviated from the typical mentality regarding a few long held beliefs because of developments in Psychology and real data gathered through generations. Raising boys and the approach to guiding them in life has evolved too. From the old adage of boys don't cry to letting boys wear pink to using pronouns, times have changed. Instead of the representative idea of raising boys to men and bringing them up to be masculine, responsible and diligent - the world is more open-minded in the sense that there is a recognition in different needs boys have and that the displays of behavior, affection and communication doesn't go far when it comes to their female counterparts. I also talk about my childhood and how a positive environment greatly contributes to being strong and good, it allows me to grow into a resilient and family-centered parent. Thanks to my parents' valuabale lessons, unwavering patience and support. I find, the connection between the home we're raised in plays a significant role in the success of our own parenthood. To raise kids properly to survive and thrive is backed by heartfelt dedication and determination. In my own experience, I have only boys. I am a woman raising all boys. So I never really had a gender specific style of rearing my sons. I believe the lessons I should teach them go beyond being male or female. That it is all encompassing and more centered to a focus of attitude towards themselves and others. Raising boys requires a sustainable direction towards teaching them love, and showing that love with emotion. To not be afraid to fall into gender stereotypes and to break them completely. That being fluid with roles - of being protective and being loving, having inclinations that usually are given to women or vice versa should not be boxed in. That they should not be limited to societal expectations, or general expectations of what boys are supposed to be. That the focus instead is this - to help them be prepared for a world that might not always be kind or fair, and that their reactions and attitude will greatly affect their happiness and decisions in life. For us to guide them so they have the confidence in themselves to make the right decisions for them. Not to please other people or wait for approval but to listen to their hearts and follow their dreams. To find good people around them to match them with positive, supportive energy and to know the difference of when to continue or when to know what to do when the moment comes. While we raise them to be brave, good, strong, confident and protect the ones they care about, it's crucial to have balance and recognize feelings. To acknowledge their fears and worries and teach them how to deal with them the right way. That when they have points to improve, our reaction is everything. Raising boys or girls, we just want them to feel our love, that we are here for them, no matter how young or old they are. The message is about unconditional love and support, because they are our children and the love is not about their gender or roles. It is about the message of guiding them to go off into the world, to contribute well and be part of a progressive and good society. Welcome to Episode 6 - Raising Boys ( and Girls ) and why this episode applies to all kids regardless of gender and orientation. ----- Welcome to Purpose Full - the podcast. Enjoy the conversation. I'm so happy and grateful to have you here. Connect with me - hello.pazfourcard@gmail.com For more, visit me on Instagram @pazfourcard or my website www.pazfourcard.com Listen to me on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. Watch me on YouTube @pazfourcard. Subscribe, rate and follow. I post something new every Tuesday.

    26 min
  4. Bonus Episode: Organize Your Life with Intelligent Change

    02/14/2023 · BONUS

    Bonus Episode: Organize Your Life with Intelligent Change

    I'm super busy. It's important that I write my goals and thoughts down, schedule everything and keep things organized. I take care of a lot of things in my everyday - from my family, businesses, projects and connections. I want to be able to give the people I care about quality time and I can do that by managing my schedule thoughtfully. I also want to have a moment to look within and write in a journal. I want to have a well-rounded life so I feel balanced and centered. I love working with brands that are conscious about their goals and actions so I am proud to support and talk about Intelligent Change. Intelligent Change creates elevated, thoughtfully designed products to help you realize your potential and live a happier, more fulfilling life. They believe in making behavior change simple, beautiful and accessible - and doable. They are also committed to a better future. Their newest products use 100% recycled, biodegradable, and FSC™ certified paper. No trees were cut down to create virgin paper to make the products. Their journals are bound in 100% cloth based natural fabrics like cotton or linen that don’t contain synthetic materials such as polyester or plastic. Intelligent Change believes you can achieve more with less. Creating products that are the simplest, most effective tools to help you realize your potential. Whether that is using The Five Minute Journal  ( my personal fave ) – the original guided journal – to bring gratitude into your life or the Productivity Planner ( my other fave ) to help you build the business you’ve always dreamed of. Their products will help you seamlessly create positive habits without investing years in experimenting and research to achieve the same results. For years, they have been committed to give 1% of profits, 1% of products and 1% of time to make a difference in the world around us, locally and internationally. This is the minimum and they often go beyond these requirements. This is why I love Intelligent Change. Sharing with you the above info from their beautiful website. Learn more about it and get your own, click here: https://www.intelligentchange.com/ Learn more about their sustainability impact, click here: https://www.intelligentchange.com/pages/sustainability By being part of Intelligent Change, you choose to be part of a positive change in the world.

    4 min
  5. Ep. 6 5 Ways to Put Yourself First

    02/14/2023

    Ep. 6 5 Ways to Put Yourself First

    How can you give yourself priority? What are the ways you can practice putting yourself first? In this episode, I talk about how to put yourself first in 5 simple ways as a reminder that You are Number One. It's easy for parents, moms and dads alike, to forget themselves in the every day. With so many things to juggle at the same time, it leaves little room for You Time. While it feels good to tick the boxes of our To Do Lists, it's also just as important to remember that eventually giving energy without rest or time in between to breathe can run you dry. It can burn you out. So the trick is, managing life with little pockets of moments you can give yourself too. When the kids are in school for example, already asleep or when you're in between chores. Sometimes, 5 minutes is what it takes to feel that good balance of You and Everyone Else. Trust me. It matters more than you think. The health and happiness of your family is related to it, and more importantly, affects yours the most.  This is Episode 5, 5 Simple Ways to Remind Yourself You are Number One. 0:00 to 1:39  Intro to the Episode 1:54 Putting yourself first is so important - it's not selfish it's about thinking of yourself too 2:17 It is so important to give to yourself as much as you give to others 2:27 You can't give when you are running on empty 2:39 You need to give more to yourself so you can be amazing in what you do - and be happy 2:52 5 Simple Ways to Put Yourself First 3:00 WAY 1 - TAKE 10 MINUTES - to breathe, to have a moment - FOR YOU 4:20 Examples of 10 minutes to be with yourself 5:33 WAY 2 - DO ONE THING you want to do for you - not a chore, not related to being a mother or wife 6:00 and 8:00 Examples of what I like to do for me 6:35 Do one thing for yourself - what you want to do ( that you usually can't )  - such as doing a beauty routine or reading 6:50 Why giving yourself 10 minutes and doing one thing for yourself matters 7:10 Don't think of your to do list for the week, think of you, go in your thoughts 7:20 Feeling fulfilled, inspired and that you achieved something - for YOU. 8:30 Your role in the home is so vital, so taking care of yourself affects your whole family too 8:52 WAY 3 - HAVE SUPPORT to help you manage your schedule / be able to do the 10 minutes for yourself 9:25 Even if you're at home, around the family, you have the freedom of movement because someone is there to help while you take time 9:35 Majority of mothers feel they do more than their partners, that is starts to feel like a burden 9:48 Parenting is a shared experience, so share the tasks to balance it out 10:30 Sharing my experience of needing support in time 12:00 The BIG help now lets me to do all I need to and give myself to everyone including ME 14:36 WAY 4 - Have a Date with Yourself 15:30 Being alone allows you to put things in perspective and miss your loved ones too 16:45 WAY 5 - Learn something NEW to challenge yourself and grow 17:30 LOVE yourself and you will be happier, more fullfilled - and you can be better to your loved ones 21:58 Bonus Style Segment: FEEL GOOD OUTFITS and feeling happy ----- Welcome to the podcast. Enjoy the conversation. I'm so happy and grateful that you're here. Connect - hello.pazfourcard@gmail.com For more, follow me on Instagram @pazfourcard or my website www.pazfourcard.com Listen to me on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. Watch the podcast videos and learn about brands I love on YouTube @pazfourcard. Subscribe, like and follow. I post something new every Tuesday. Share the love with everyone you know will love this too.

    26 min
  6. Ep. 5 You are Number One

    02/07/2023

    Ep. 5 You are Number One

    Do you feel unhappy because you put everyone first before yourself? In this episode, we talk about giving yourself priority. Now, it's not about being selfish but more on taking care of you so you can give yourself more to the ones you love. Here are ways to remember you matter and being good to yourself affects your family in more ways than you can imagine. This is Episode 4, You are Number One ( and how it helps Moms give the family a better vibe ) 0:00 Intro 0:35 Purpose Full Info 1:00 You can achieve anything 1:14 You were first - You are your own person 1:38 We sometimes lose our identity or focus during Motherhood 2:04 You are Number One and your experiences create your identity 2:28 Your roles are significant as a parent, partner etc 2:41 You can't give what you don't have - you have to keep things in balance or you have nothing to give 2:55 Your happiness relies largely on the balance to take care of yourself too 3:00 Burnout is a thing and when you keep going, it doesn't make things better. It does the opposite 3:12 Motherhood feels like a chore and job instead of a positive experience for all 3:21 Success in Motherhood comes with your attitude 3:38 Try your best so that you are logical and focus on problem solving rather than being emotional 4:18 The home is busy but you can manage organized chaos 4:40 Create a calmer vibe at home by not matching the high energy, try to breathe out and look at things in a logical way 5:07 Don't allow yourself to be taken by your emotions, be the leader in a calmer approach 5:29 Find ways to give time for yourself - and your appearance. You'll be surprised 6:02 Looking put together or decent matters- giving yourself time makes you feel good 6:22 Taking care of your appearance affects you positively - AND makes your whole vibe better 6:56 Put some effort to feel good and inspired - your family will too! 7:40 The opposite effect of NOT taking care of yourself  - how aesthetics play a surprising role 8:05 The more special you take care of yourself the more special people around you feel 8:24 Effort goes a long way 8:40 Inspiring your family in a different way 9:20 Feeling good and sexy as a woman and mom - you feel you did something for yourself 9:45 If you don't feel good or make time for you - there's no one to blame but you. Make the effort! 10:12 When you put yourself first, you relate to people and your family in a happier, lighter and better mood 10:36 Do a Spa Day - a pamper day to make you feel you have a moment for YOU 11:00 Examples of how taking care of yourself makes your family feel good and inspired by you 12:00 Don't wear your pajamas for school drop off 13:00 For you to be a great mother put yourself first and come back to the family happy. Shot at Lighthouse Studios Bali ----- Say hello to Clinique's newest - Smart Clinical Wrinkle Correcting System. For skin that feels refreshed, so hydrated and restored to youthful beauty. Helps prevent wrinkles, signs of aging and boosts skin health with regular use. H&M supports sustainable fashion by using 50% recycled materials such as polyester and organic cotton. You can drop off preloved clothing when you shop H&M Indonesia - go online: www.hm.co.id Welcome to the podcast. Enjoy the conversation. I'm so happy and grateful to have you here. Connect with me - hello.pazfourcard@gmail.com For more, visit me on Instagram @pazfourcard or my website www.pazfourcard.com Listen to me on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. Watch me on YouTube @pazfourcard. Subscribe and follow on Spotify, YouTube and Instagram so you can stay updated. I post something new on the podcast every week.

    20 min
  7. Ep. 3 The Why

    01/31/2023

    Ep. 3 The Why

    In this episode, I talk about The Why. When I turned 45, I thought to myself, I have my 4 kids, husband and this Bali dream life. I started to think about things. I'm at the age where it's halfway most people's lifespan. What have I done with mine? I'm so happy being a mom. I've experienced a lot in life, probably more than others and I've lived a truly blessed one. I've been there, done that. Or have I? I realized, I want to do more. I want to be more. I want to share more. I thought to myself, if there is one thing I know and what I can share that is good, significant and a legacy not only from me but for my kids and family, what would that be? The answer? I am a mom with now 22 years of experience. Raising boys from the ages of 2 to 22. All different characters, special and unique as can be. I've done half of the 22 years raising them all together, and half of that early time, as a solo mom. We've got a lot to talk about and I promise you it will be super interesting. Here are some thoughts, from me to you - talking about the reasons behind and the beginnings of the podcast. Welcome to Episode 3 - The Why.  Shot at Lighthouse Studios Bali ---- Brand Info // The Outfit: Ribbed Shirt - Zara https://www.zara.com/id/id/kaus-kain-rib-p04424300.html?v1=224079399&v2=2184408 Tan Suede Sandals - Zara https://www.zara.com/id/ Flare Bootcut Dark Rinse Jeans - Mango https://shop.mango.com/id/wanita/celana-jeans-flarebootcut/jeans-flare-mid-rise_47000152.html The Makeup: Sephora https://www.sephora.com Refy - brows https://www.sephora.com/search?keyword=refy MAC - skin + lips https://www.sephora.co.id/brands/mac-cosmetics Benefit - cheeks https://www.sephora.co.id/products/benefit-cosmetics-benetint-cheek-and-lip-tint/v/6ml?q=benetint The Hair: The Ouai https://www.sephora.com/search?keyword=ouai ----- Welcome to Purpose Full - the podcast. Enjoy the conversation. I'm so happy and grateful to have you here. Connect with me - hello.pazfourcard@gmail.com For more, visit me on Instagram @pazfourcard or my website www.pazfourcard.com Listen to me on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. Watch me on YouTube @pazfourcard. Subscribe, rate and follow. I post something new every Tuesday.

    13 min
  8. Ep. 2 Motherhood and Me

    01/26/2023

    Ep. 2 Motherhood and Me

    What is Motherhood to you? In this episode, I talk about Motherhood and what it's been like for me. Everyone has their own, unique Motherhood journey. I was a solo mom 10 years before I met the love of my life. Now, 10 years after, the beautiful story continues. Parenthood and motherhood is an ever evolving, exciting, interesting, humbling and educating adventure. From having one child at 22, to being with that same ( grown! ) child now, at the age I had him. Now, her. Fast forward, present time, I have 4 boys - with their individual and special personalities, characteristics and own stories unfolding. I am grateful to witness it and do my best every day to give all the love and support I can give my family. Motherhood is for the child as much as it is for the mother. It is a symbiotic and combined experienced for everyone involved.  Here are some thoughts about it, from me to you. This is Episode 2, Motherhood and Me. 0:00 Intro  0:10 The better a mother you are, the better the childhood. The better the childhood, we live in a better world 0:27 Mother of 4 1:05 There is no manual to Motherhood ( or parenthood ) 1:43 Everyone has their own unique journey and Motherhood story 2:04 Making a baby is easy, but to be a good parent is a true commitment 2:54 Having a child is the highest feeling and form of love 3:30 My kids are my kryptonite and obsession 4:01 Don't try to be a perfect parent, give your best to be an amazing parent instead 4:35 What to expect with Parenthood is expect nothing - live in the moment 5:02 My Motherhood Journey  5:08 Hi Mom - deciding to be a mother at 22 6:53 Married at 26 and Welcome Baby Number 2 7:02 Solo Mom of 2 young boys at 28 7:16 To love again, then bye to abuse at 29 7:45 The Decision to Start Fresh - Hello Bali at 36 8:20 Motherhood and Parenthood is hard - but if you know what to expect, it's easier 8:55 Don't aim to be perfect. Focus on being present 9:05 Parenthood is a choice, choose to have a good experience 9:30 Enjoy every moment and see the good in those moments 10:00 Motherhood is Childhood - the better a parent you are the better your child's life will be 10:03 Pass on the positive energy - share the love and everyone feels that good vibe Shot at Lighthouse Studios Bali ----- Welcome to the podcast. Enjoy the conversation. I'm so happy and grateful to have you here. Connect with me - hello.pazfourcard@gmail.com For more, visit me on Instagram @pazfourcard or my website www.pazfourcard.com Listen to me on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. Watch me on YouTube @pazfourcard. Subscribe and follow. I post something new every week.

    11 min
  9. Ep. 1 My Story

    01/16/2023

    Ep. 1 My Story

    Let's start from the very beginning. First thing's first, let me introduce myself. I'm Paz, 45 years old, devoted wife, proud mom and professional juggler. In this podcast, I share my experiences as a woman, wife and mother. My adventures raising my 4 kids from the ages of 22 to 2 while balancing work, life and everything in between. I talk about the challenges and lessons I've learned the past 22 years and it's still going.  In this episode, I talk about life BC - Before Children. Being in fashion and beauty since I was 17, as a model, makeup artist and stylist. I talk about being a solo mom of 2 young boys at 26 for many years before I met the love of my life at 36. I said 'bye to my high heels and city life, moved to Bali and the rest is history. This is me and more. Welcome to my world.  In Episode I, I give a little intro to me and what I'm about.  Intro:  Me and life in Bali - welcome to my world 0:36 All about me and my family 0:53 Moving from our cafes to my OG love - fashion and beauty after 7 years 1:00 It all started with my love affair with fashion  1:39 Moving to Bali and working as PR and Marketing Director 1:56 Going back to my first love, fashion and beauty after my last child was born  2:01 Starting again with fashion and beauty in Bali  2:18 My life in fashion 2:45 The plan of going back to fashion and beauty after having my 4th child, during the pandemic  3:10 Working during the pandemic and hustlin' 4:00 Life now - balancing work and being a hands on mom 4:27 My Podcast and what it's about - motherhood, advice, balance and following your dreams Shot at Lighthouse Studios Bali Welcome to the podcast. Enjoy the conversation. I'm so happy and grateful to have you here. Connect with me - hello.pazfourcard@gmail.com For more, visit me on Instagram @pazfourcard or my website www.pazfourcard.com Listen to me on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. Watch me on YouTube @pazfourcard. Subscribe and follow. I post something new every week.

    6 min

About

My name is Paz Fourcard. I'm 47, makeup and beauty disciple, model, former preschool teacher and hands-on mom of 4 from 4 to 24. My family and I are based in Bali. In this podcast, I share experiences, inspiration and motivation balancing life, love, work, womanhood and motherhood - just like you. Welcome to the conversation with friends and experts to help us become more centered, happier, better people and better parents. New episodes every week.