The Miko Love Podcast

• 23: Why Work-Life Balance Isn’t the Answer (And What to Strive for Instead)

  In this episode of the Miko Love podcast, host Kumiko Love engages with wellness expert Kristel Bauer to explore the complexities of work-life balance. They discuss whether true balance is achievable or merely a myth, the evolution of balance in modern life, and the importance of defining personal balance based on individual values and priorities. The conversation emphasizes the significance of mindfulness, community support, and the need to embrace imperfection in the pursuit of a fulfilling life. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own definitions of balance and to seek resources that support their well-being.KEY TAKAWAYSThe concept of balance has evolved with technology and modern work culture.Finding inner balance is more important than striving for external balance.Personal definitions of balance vary and should reflect individual values.Community support is crucial in navigating work-life challenges.Living a fulfilling life involves prioritizing meaningful relationships and experiences.Embracing imperfection can lead to a more satisfying pursuit of balance.Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 Exploring Work-Life Balance: Myth or Reality?02:53 The Evolution of Balance in Modern Life06:51 Defining Personal Balance: Individual Perspectives11:06 Finding Inner Balance: The Work-Life Tango15:41 Mindfulness and Daily Habits for Stress Management20:45 The Importance of Community and Support23:19 Living a Fulfilling Life: The Bigger Picture27:22 Embracing Imperfection in the Pursuit of Balance32:34 Finding Resources and Support for BalanceABOUT KRISTELKristel Bauer is a top Keynote Speaker, corporate wellness and performance expert sharing insights for more happiness and success. Bauer is the author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony & Peak Performance Wherever You Work and she is the host of the "Live Greatly" podcast.More from Kristel:➡️ Order her book, Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony and Peak Performance Wherever You Work: https://bit.ly/3DUdPgs➡️ Listen to her podcast, Live Greatly: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-greatly/id1500457853➡️ Find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livegreatly_co/About Kumiko:Kumiko Love is the creator of The Budget Mom, LLC, a national bestselling author of the book "My Money My Way," and an Accredited Financial Counselor.She is a dedicated mom of two boys, a passionate sourdough baker, and the proud owner of Pine Manor Naturals. With over 2 million followers across social media, Kumiko's expertise and approachable style have been featured in major media outlets such as Forbes, The New York Times, and Good Morning America. As the host of The Miko Love Podcast, Kumiko dives into the exploration of her own passions and a range of captivating topics, offering fresh perspectives and engaging discussions about life. She inspires millions to take control of their financial lives while embracing passionate living and life fulfillment. Thank you for being a part of our community! Contact The Miko Love Podcast Follow me on Instagram @mikolovepodcast Email me at [email protected] Thanks for listening & keep feeding your curiosity!

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• 22: Raising Financially Savvy Kids with Maya Corbic

  In this episode of the Miko Love Podcast, host Kumiko Love speaks with Maya Corbic, a financial educator passionate about teaching kids about money. They discuss the importance of financial literacy in today's consumer-driven society, the impact of social media on children's spending habits, and effective methods for teaching financial concepts to kids of different ages.Maya shares her journey from being a first-generation immigrant to becoming a CPA and a financial educator, emphasizing the need for parents to be transparent about money and to instill good financial habits in their children. They also explore various allowance methods, the significance of investing for kids, and how to encourage saving over spending. The conversation concludes with success stories that highlight the importance of building confidence in financial literacy.EPISODE CHAPTERS>> 00:00 Introduction to Financial Literacy for Kids>> 03:02 Maya's Journey: From Immigrant to Financial Educator>> 06:10 The Importance of Financial Literacy in a Consumer Society>> 08:56 Navigating Social Media's Impact on Kids' Spending Habits>> 12:00 Teaching Financial Concepts to Different Age Groups>> 14:59 Allowance Methods: Balancing Work and Financial Education>> 17:58 Conversations About Money: Transparency with Kids>> 20:58 Investing for Kids: Starting Young>> 23:47 Encouraging Saving Over Spending>> 26:58 Balancing Financial Independence with Providing for Kids>> 30:10 Success Stories: Building Confidence in Financial LiteracyABOUT MAYAMaya Corbic, CPA, CA is the author of a kids’ book "From Piggy Banks to Stocks: The Ultimate Guide for a Young Investor" and the founder of the Wealthy Kids Investment Club. Her popular Instagram account @teach.kids.money that has 171K+ subscribers inspires parents to raise financially independent kids.Her work has been featured in CBS News, NBC, ABC, Fox, CP24, etc.The Book, From Piggy Banks To Stocks, The Ultimate Guide for a Young Investor  https://amzn.to/41590KoThe Free 4-Step Cheat Sheet on How I Successfully Invest With My Kids https://www.wealthykids.club/4-step-cheat-sheetMy Wealthy Kids Investment Club https://www.wealthykids.club/About Kumiko:Kumiko Love is the creator of The Budget Mom, LLC, a national bestselling author of the book "My Money My Way," and an Accredited Financial Counselor.She is a dedicated mom of two boys, a passionate sourdough baker, and the proud owner of Pine Manor Naturals. With over 2 million followers across social media, Kumiko's expertise and approachable style have been featured in major media outlets such as Forbes, The New York Times, and Good Morning America. As the host of The Miko Love Podcast, Kumiko dives into the exploration of her own passions and a range of captivating topics, offering fresh perspectives and engaging discussions about life. She inspires millions to take control of their financial lives while embracing passionate living and life fulfillment. Thank you for being a part of our community! Contact The Miko Love Podcast Follow me on Instagram @mikolovepodcast Email me at [email protected] Thanks for listening & keep feeding your curiosity!

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• 21: Running Safety for Women: Hard Truths & How to Stay Safe

  In this episode of the Miko Love podcast, host Kumiko Love discusses the critical issue of running safety for women. As she trains for her first ultra marathon, she reflects on the risks women face while running, sharing personal experiences and tragic stories of women who have been harmed or murdered. Kumiko emphasizes the importance of safety precautions, community support, and raising awareness about these issues to create safer environments for all runners.KEY TAKEAWAYSEvery woman who runs has to think about safety.Women face unique risks while running.Statistics show that 84% of women have been harassed while running.Self-defense tools can provide an extra layer of protection.Community support is crucial for safety.We need to demand safer communities for all.Raising awareness is essential to change the narrative.EPISODE CHAPTERS>> 00:00 Introduction to the Journey>> 01:01 The Reality of Running Safety for Women>> 05:20 Heartbreaking Stories of Women Runners>> 08:11 Precautions for Personal Safety>> 14:36 The Need for Safer Communities>> 18:48 Raising Awareness and ConclusionLINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:Self-defense running tool Go Guarded: https://goguarded.com/Garmin LiveTrack Feature: https://support.garmin.com/en-US/?faq=HbqxxbiBGA3mDhlLX4GUw8About Kumiko:Kumiko Love is the creator of The Budget Mom, LLC, a national bestselling author of the book "My Money My Way," and an Accredited Financial Counselor.She is a dedicated mom of two boys, a passionate sourdough baker, and the proud owner of Pine Manor Naturals. With over 2 million followers across social media, Kumiko's expertise and approachable style have been featured in major media outlets such as Forbes, The New York Times, and Good Morning America. As the host of The Miko Love Podcast, Kumiko dives into the exploration of her own passions and a range of captivating topics, offering fresh perspectives and engaging discussions about life. She inspires millions to take control of their financial lives while embracing passionate living and life fulfillment. Thank you for being a part of our community! Contact The Miko Love Podcast Follow me on Instagram @mikolovepodcast Email me at [email protected] Thanks for listening & keep feeding your curiosity!

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• BONUS: My Mom’s Death, the Autopsy Information I Never Got, and the Fight for Change

  In this deeply personal episode of the Miko Love Podcast, host Kumiko Love shares her journey through grief following the unexpected loss of her mother. She discusses the challenges faced in navigating the autopsy process, the lack of information provided by hospitals, and the emotional turmoil that ensued.Kumiko advocates for legislative change through 'Shirley's Law,' aimed at ensuring families are informed of their rights and options regarding autopsies. The episode emphasizes the need for transparency and compassion in healthcare, especially during times of loss.SIGN & SHARE THE PETITIONhttps://chng.it/ZHYFSQqjv8EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction to a Personal Journey01:30 The Unexpected Loss of a Loved One06:15 Navigating Grief and Autopsy Decision12:20 Advocating for Autopsy Rights15:50 Call to Action and Legislative ChangeAbout Kumiko:Kumiko Love is the creator of The Budget Mom, LLC, a national bestselling author of the book "My Money My Way," and an Accredited Financial Counselor.She is a dedicated mom of two boys, a passionate sourdough baker, and the proud owner of Pine Manor Naturals. With over 2 million followers across social media, Kumiko's expertise and approachable style have been featured in major media outlets such as Forbes, The New York Times, and Good Morning America. As the host of The Miko Love Podcast, Kumiko dives into the exploration of her own passions and a range of captivating topics, offering fresh perspectives and engaging discussions about life. She inspires millions to take control of their financial lives while embracing passionate living and life fulfillment. Thank you for being a part of our community! Contact The Miko Love Podcast Follow me on Instagram @mikolovepodcast Email me at [email protected] Thanks for listening & keep feeding your curiosity!

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• BONUS: Forget Resolutions—Here’s What I’m Focusing On in 2025

  In this episode of the Miko Love Podcast, host Kumiko Love reflects on the significance of choosing a word for the year as a guiding principle for personal growth.She shares her own word for 2025, 'consistency,' and discusses how it has shaped her journey. Kumiko emphasizes the importance of small, consistent actions in achieving goals and encourages listeners to select their own words for the year, providing practical steps to do so.The episode concludes with a reflection on the past year and a motivational message for the new year ahead.KEY TAKEAWAYSChoosing a word for the year can be transformative.Small actions lead to significant results over time.Reflection on the past year is essential for growth.Your chosen word should resonate with your personal goals.It's important to show up for yourself consistently.Progress is not always linear; embrace the journey.Celebrating small victories is crucial for motivation.Creating a vision board can help keep your word visible.The new year is about continuing your journey, not starting over.IMPACTFUL QUOTES"Real change comes from the simple act of doing.""Progress isn't always linear and that's okay."EPISODE CHAPTERS>> 00:00 Introduction to the Miko Love Podcast>> 00:30 Reflecting on the New Year>> 01:54 The Tradition of Choosing a Word for the Year>> 03:51 Kumiko's Word for 2025: Consistency>> 07:42 Implementing Consistency in Daily Life>> 10:28 Choosing Your Own Word for the Year>> 12:50 Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025About Kumiko:Kumiko Love is the creator of The Budget Mom, LLC, a national bestselling author of the book "My Money My Way," and an Accredited Financial Counselor.She is a dedicated mom of two boys, a passionate sourdough baker, and the proud owner of Pine Manor Naturals. With over 2 million followers across social media, Kumiko's expertise and approachable style have been featured in major media outlets such as Forbes, The New York Times, and Good Morning America. As the host of The Miko Love Podcast, Kumiko dives into the exploration of her own passions and a range of captivating topics, offering fresh perspectives and engaging discussions about life. She inspires millions to take control of their financial lives while embracing passionate living and life fulfillment. Thank you for being a part of our community! Contact The Miko Love Podcast Follow me on Instagram @mikolovepodcast Email me at [email protected] Thanks for listening & keep feeding your curiosity!

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