Are You Stuck In Survival Mode?

What if the way you’re moving through your days isn’t sustainable?  What if there’s a better way waiting for you?

In this episode, cohost Laurel Boivin opens an honest and encouraging conversation about what it means to live in survival mode, and how to begin shifting toward a more intentional, connected, and fulfilling life. Through personal reflection, client stories, and practical insights, Laurel explores the common signs of survival mode, what thriving can look like, and small, meaningful ways you can move from simply getting by to living with greater purpose.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or disconnected, this episode offers perspective, support, and hope. You don’t have to stay stuck. You are meant for more than just surviving. You’re here to thrive.

00:00  Welcome and Introduction

02:40  What Is Survival Mode?

03:54  Survival Mode as a Stress Response

05:05  Common Signs of Survival Mode

06:24  A Story of Surviving to Thriving

08:21  What Thriving Really Means

09:28  Five Ways to Begin Shifting

10:51  Journal Prompts to Help You Shift From Surviving to Thriving

12:27  Final Encouragement & Next Steps 

Journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. 

• Where in my life do I feel like I’m just getting by?
• What am I afraid will happen if I slow down?
• What am I tolerating that is draining me?
• When was the last time I felt truly alive?
• What do I need more of in my life?
• What do I need less of in my life?
• What am I ready to let go of?
• What does thriving look and feel like to me?
• Where do I feel most like myself—and with whom?
• What support do I need right now?
• What’s one small step I can take today toward the life I want?

The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is [email protected] and for Laurel Holland - [email protected]

The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife

Host/Cohost/Guest Info

Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love’s 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel’s great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. For more information about Laurel Holland, her books, and the work she does, visit www.liveyourinnerpower.com. 

Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  For more information about Laurel Boivin and her work, visit www.fluxflowcoaching.com.