Being True In The Stages and Cycles of Life

In this episode of Beautiful Work, Beautiful Life, Laurel Holland and Laurel Boivin reflect on the importance of staying true to yourself through the ever-evolving stages of life. As they wrap up Season Four, they explore how inner work shifts over time and how embracing your current phase—whether defined by age, career, or emotional growth—can bring clarity, fulfillment, and connection.

Their conversation covers the value of recognizing and respecting your own evolution, practicing curiosity and deep listening, and building relationships with others across different life stages. Laurel and Laurel share simple, powerful tools such as journaling, checking in with your values, and asking open-ended questions as ways to stay aligned with your true self.

They also highlight the transformative power of women’s stories and the importance of finding your voice, especially when your perspective has changed. Listeners are invited to embrace their unique journey, reflect on what they want now, and give themselves permission to grow, shift, and honor who they are in this moment.

This episode is both a celebration of the season and an encouragement to do the inner work that leads to a life of meaning, beauty, and authenticity.

00:00 – Welcome & Season Reflection

01:47 – What is Inner Work & Why It Matters

03:35 – Life Stages & Staying True to Yourself

05:52 – Cultivating Curiosity About Others’ Life Stages

08:25 – The Power of Listening Without Advice-Giving
10:59 – When Inner Work Comes Later in Life

12:27 – How to Speak Your Truth with Grace

14:35 – Beyond “Why” and “How”: Embracing the “What”

18:22 – Practices to Stay True to Yourself

27:25 – The Power of Intergenerational & Diverse Friendships

33:15 – Closing Reflections & Invitation

Links/Books mentioned  Be Ready When the Luck Happens: A Memoir by Ina Garten

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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. Learn more about Laurel Holland at 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. Learn more about Laurel Boivin at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.