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• 281: Vex King: Transforming Pain into Purpose & Finding Self Love

  What if the love you’re searching for has been within you all along? In this episode, Vex King shares his journey of healing from trauma, embracing self-love, and turning pain into purpose. We explore the deeper meaning of love, the difference between relationships and true inner connection, and how to manifest an aligned life. Tune in to remember your wholeness—and feel inspired to come home to yourself. Vex King is the Number 1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Good Vibes Good Life and Healing is the New High, amongst other books and journals. As a child and young adult, he experienced many challenges: his father died when he was just a baby, his family were often homeless, and he grew up in troubled neighbourhoods where he regularly experienced violence and racism. Despite this, Vex successfully turned his whole life around and is now leading a revolution for the next generation of spiritual seekers. SPONSORS • Shopify | Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period shopify.com/tll • Cozy Earth | Enjoy 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more with the code TLL at cozyearth.com TIMESTAMPS 2:10 – Vex’s story 16:52 – The writing process 21:32 – Keys to Vex's success 27:05 – Tips for manifesting 32:19 – New book 39:27 – Practicing self-love in relationships 45:30 – Healing from trauma: What worked for Vex 53:00 – Vex’s creative process 58:08 – Final message FOLLOW VEX • Instagram • Read his latest book • Browse his work & offerings 🎙️ Complete show notes for this episode here 📹 The video version of this interview is available on YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube LAVENDAIRE • YouTube • Instagram

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• Bonus Episode: Becoming the Artist of Your Own Life: Aileen Xu on Embracing Your True Identity and Creativity

  What does it really take to create your dream life? In this episode, Erika interviews Aileen about the story behind her success—from feeling invisible to inspiring millions through her creativity. They talk identity shifts, getting zero views, and staying true to your dreams—even when no one else sees the vision yet. If you’ve ever felt unseen, this conversation is your reminder: you can always become the artist of your own life.  Erika Casupanan is a media personality, keynote speaker and host of the award-winning podcast, Happy to See Me. She was the first Canadian to win the U.S. reality show Survivor. She uses her platform to spotlight and inspire people who have felt overlooked and underestimated. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Hair Color as Identity 5:08 - Feeling Underestimated 7:35 - Breaking the Praise Cycle 11:59 - From Music to Self-Love 17:05 - The Early Days of Lavendaire 19:47 - The Pressure of Social Media Metrics 21:55 - Staying Neutral Through the Ups and Downs 24:10 - Moments That Made It All Worth It 27:26 - Living as an Artist of Life 32:15 - Listening to Your Intuition 34:36 - Human Design 36:20 - The Key Questions Aileen Asked Herself 38.22 - Last Message FOLLOW ERIKA • Website • Instagram • Podcast SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube LAVENDAIRE • YouTube • Instagram

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• 280: A New Approach to Success: How Tiny Experiments Can Transform Your Life with Anne-Laure Le Cunff

  Are you tired of feeling behind, burned out, or like you're chasing a version of success that doesn’t actually fulfill you? In this episode, we explore a gentler, more joyful way to grow: through tiny experiments. This experimental mindset helps you shift away from perfectionism and pressure, and instead approach your goals with curiosity, creativity, and self-compassion. Dr. Anne-Laure Le Cunff is a neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and writer who used to work at Google as a global lead for digital health. As the founder of Ness Labs, Anne-Laure writes to over 100,000 subscribers about evidence-based ways to achieve more without sacrificing your mental health. Her upcoming book, Tiny Experiments, is a transformative guide for living a more experimental life, turning uncertainty into curiosity, and carving a path of self-discovery. SPONSORS BetterHelp | This show is sponsored by BetterHelp | Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/TLL Shopify | Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/tll TIMESTAMPS 1:50 Her story  8:03 Relationship with success  14:32 Top tiny experiments  20:24 Is it fear or just not right for you?  28:33 Embracing the Unknown  32:03 Relationship with failure  33:46 Letting go of perfectionism  38:47 How to start a tiny experiment  41:18 How to prioritize experiments  42:37 Bringing play into daily life  45:55 Last message  FOLLOW ANNE-LAURE • Book • Instagram • Website 🎙️Complete show notes for this episode here 📹The video version of this interview is available on YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube LAVENDAIRE • YouTube • Instagram

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• Bonus Episode: Staying True to Yourself Through Every Season with Aileen Xu

  In this bonus episode, Aileen shares the story of how Lavendaire came to life and the beauty of embracing creativity, healing, and the unknown. She reflects on how music, dance, and journaling have become soulful tools for emotional well-being and authentic expression. Through her personal journey, Aileen explores how her struggles became seeds of connection, growth, and purpose. This heartfelt conversation is a reminder of the power in presence, beauty, and creating a life aligned with your truth. Cathy Heller is a dynamic transformational coach, spiritual guide, meditation teacher, and inspirational speaker dedicated to helping individuals find ease, joy, and fulfillment in their lives. As the host of the Abundant Ever After podcast and author of the empowering book Don’t Keep Your Day Job: How to Turn Your Passion into Your Career, Cathy inspires her audience to pursue their dreams and live authentically. TIMESTAMPS 1:09 – What Keeps Aileen Inspired 3:38 – What Guided Lavendaire Forward 6:34 – Catching the Wave of Opportunity 8:07 – How to Create Your Most Successful Year 11:27 – Discover What You Truly Want 18:34 – How Aileen Got Into Personal Growth 24:25 – Biggest Pain Points 30:42 – Self Love Rituals 36:00 – Manifestation 38:22 – Energetic Practices  FOLLOW CATHY • Website • Instagram • Podcast • Book 🎙️Complete show notes for this episode here 📹 The video version of this interview is available on YouTube 🎧 Cathy came on the show for the first time in 2020. Listen here SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube LAVENDAIRE • YouTube • Instagram

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• 279: Energy Mastery: Unlock Your Confidence & Express Your True Self with Ariel Niu

  What if you could master your energy and experience more authentic, balanced interactions with others? In this episode, we explore the power of becoming aware of your energy to help you navigate social situations with ease. You'll learn practical tips to stay grounded and present, allowing you to show up as your true self in every moment. Ariel Niu is a thought leader on self and social dynamics through demonstrations on presence, delivery, and energy mastery. Through a blend of practical insights and spiritual principles, Ariel empowers individuals to balance their inner and outer worlds to better interact with themselves and others. Her mission is to show the world that energy is everything, helping others elevate their lives through intention, breathing, and balance. SPONSORS Hugz | Get 20% off your first order with the code TLL at GiveHugz.co Cozy Earth | Save 40% with Code TLL at cozyearth.com. To make this Mother’s Day even more special, Cozy Earth is offering: Buy One, Get One Free Bamboo Pajamas. Use TLLBOGO at checkout. Offer valid May 2–4 only! TIMESTAMPS 2:01 – Ariel’s Journey Into Energy And Social Dynamics 7:28 – Social Dynamics And Energy Basics 10:10 – Inner Vs. Outer Energy 14:10 – The Trifecta Formula 23:22 – Self-Love And Energy Mastery 30:07 – Confidence And Charisma 40:42 – Alert Nonchalance 50:15 – Ariel’s Meditation Practice 57:49 – Final Thoughts FOLLOW ARIEL • Social Flow Blueprint • Website • Instagram • YouTube • 1:1 Coaching | Ariel has a special gift for you! Enjoy 11% off your first session at Coaching with Ariel using the code 'LAVENDAIRE11' or 'AILEEN11' for the first 3 months 💝 🎙️Complete show notes for this episode here 📹The video version of this interview is available on YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube LAVENDAIRE • YouTube • Instagram

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