Living by the Mantras

If you've ever wished personal growth came with fewer lectures and more laugh-out-loud moments, this is the podcast for you.

Dive into the transformative power of everyday mantras with "Living by the Mantras", the podcast inspired by the bestselling book “Living by the Mantras: Common Sense Wisdom for an Extraordinary Life.” Each episode unlocks practical values-based wisdom that seamlessly blends leadership strategies with personal growth, delivered through heartfelt messages and deeply relatable stories that resonate with listeners from all walks of life.

Explore how humor and laughter emerge as essential leadership skills, bringing peace to the midst of everyday chaos. We share chat about simple ways to champion progress over perfection, encouraging shifting mindsets and approaching challenges with curiosity rather than frustration. We share consistent ideas, quotes, and phrases—those timeless mantras that anchor common sense values in your daily life.

Whether you're navigating career hurdles, seeking personal fulfillment, raising your children or simply trying to survive Monday, join us for inspiring conversations, guest insights, and actionable takeaways that empower you to live extraordinarily.

What's your mantra? Listen in and discover it today.

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Oct. 16, 2026

If it’s Wet and Not Yours, Don’t Touch It: A Self Control Toolbox for Parents and Kids | Parenting Mantras

Self-control fails less often from a lack of desire than from a lack of a plan. It helps to have a few tools in the self-control toolbox to prepare ourselves and our children when the need to make choices less impulsive and emotional arrive. In this episode, Colleen takes out the tools to help you figure out how to put them to use in your families. Buy the Book: Living by the Mantras https://livingbythemantras.com/living-by-the-mantras-book/ Subscribe to the Blog and Get 5 Free Mantras to Live

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Oct. 9, 2026

If It’s Wet and Not Yours, Don’t Touch It: Teaching Kids Self-Control | Parenting Mantras

Self-control is the ability to manage impulses, emotions, and behavior so a child can choose the next right action instead of the easiest one. It is not the absence of strong feelings. It is what a child does while those feelings are still there. Training self-control is mostly training confidence and calmness. In this episode we talk about the five practices that help parents build both. Buy the Book: Living by the Mantras https://livingbythemantras.com/living-by-the-mantras-book/ Subscribe t

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Sept. 25, 2026

We’re About Solutions, Not Problems: Habits that Fuel Family Positivity

This week we are focusing on the steps that fuel a positive environment. How do we consistently move our brains and our actions from the negative world around us to create a home that is focused on positivity? Listen in and find out! Buy the Book: Living by the Mantras https://livingbythemantras.com/living-by-the-mantras-book/ Subscribe to the Blog and Get 5 Free Mantras to Live by! https://livingbythemantras.com/blog Connect with Colleen https://livingbythemantras.com/

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Sept. 18, 2026

We’re About Solutions, Not Problems: Break the Negativity Cycle at Home

Life is full of problems. They will keep showing up. The question is whether your house is a place that lives in them or a place that pivots and works through them. Join us today and let’s talk about building a solutions based environment. Buy the Book: Living by the Mantras https://livingbythemantras.com/living-by-the-mantras-book/ Subscribe to the Blog and Get 5 Free Mantras to Live by! https://livingbythemantras.com/blog Connect with Colleen https://livingbythemantras.com/

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Sept. 4, 2026

If the Job’s Too Tough for Most People, It’s Just About Right For Me: Be Filled with Energy & Ignore the Haters

When you walk in a room with positivity for what you are doing you change the energy around you and bring others along with you to make any job easy. Let’s talk about how to win the job and make those around you better. Visit www.LivingByTheMantras.com to learn more about Colleen's offerings.

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Aug. 28, 2026

If the Job’s Too Tough for Most People, It’s Just About Right For Me: Do What Makes Your Heart Sing

Hard work comes in many forms but what is most important is that where we place our hard work is something we have passion about. Passion is contagious and not only does it push us forward, it changes the people around us. But how do we deal with those who don’t support us? Colleen shares how to chase your passions and ignore the haters. Visit www.LivingByTheMantras.com to learn more about Colleen's offerings

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