4. Things Look Different

Trina Gray discusses the concept of relationships and life events evolving and still being “right” for one’s current circumstances. She reflects on the impact of personal loss and changing family dynamics on holidays, emphasizing the importance of adapting to new norms. Trina shares her experiences with career changes, including a significant shift in her direct sales company, and the need to accept and embrace new phases in life. She also touches on the importance of self-care and health, advocating for personalized approaches to well-being that adapt with age and life stages. Trina encourages listeners to use her podcast as a toolbox for life lessons, aiming to help them live calm and confident lives.

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Themes and Goals of the Podcast

  • Trina explains the podcast’s goal to provide lessons for a better life, covering personal, professional, and health aspects.
  • She describes the podcast as a toolbox filled with lessons that listeners can draw from to improve their lives.
  • Trina encourages listeners to use the lessons to coach themselves through difficult situations and communicate better.
  • She references specific episodes that offer practical advice on setting boundaries and managing urgent requests.

Introduction to the Day’s Lesson

  • Trina introduces the day’s lesson: “Things can look different and still be right.”
  • She shares the origin of this lesson, which she created during a walk while reflecting on the upcoming holiday season.
  • Trina explains the concept of “right” as something that fits with one’s current circumstances and life stage.
  • She emphasizes that “right” does not mean perfect or fair, but rather something that feels right for the listener’s current situation.

Applying the Lesson to Holidays

  • Trina discusses how holidays can look different and still be right, using Mother’s Day as an example.
  • She reflects on past Mother’s Days, sharing personal experiences of celebrating with her children and dealing with grief.
  • Trina encourages listeners to accept that holidays will change and to make the best of the current situation.
  • She highlights the importance of being grateful for the people and moments in one’s life during holidays.

Relationships and Accepting Change

  • Trina talks about how relationships can change and still be right, using various examples like coworkers, family members, and friends.
  • She emphasizes that accepting change in relationships does not mean one person is bad; it simply means the relationship has evolved.
  • Trina advises listeners to find new paths in their relationships and to accept them in their current form.
  • She shares her own experiences with changing relationships, including those with her children and parents.

Applying the Lesson to Work and Career

  • Trina discusses how career changes and different job roles can still be right, even if they look different from before.
  • She shares her personal experiences with career changes, including a significant change in her direct sales company.
  • Trina encourages listeners to embrace new opportunities and not to dwell on the past.
  • She emphasizes the importance of adapting to new situations and making the most of the current job and responsibilities.

Health and Self-Care

  • Trina talks about how health and self-care routines can look different and still be right at different stages of life.
  • She encourages listeners to take control of their health and adapt their routines to their current needs.
  • Trina shares her own journey of adapting her health routine, from high-impact workouts to more gentle activities.
  • She emphasizes the importance of being the best version of oneself at any age and stage of life.

 

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