
Hosted by Kristi Angevine, MD · EN

My guest this week is Krista St-Germain, a grief expert and coach for widowed moms. She teaches other widows how to love life again after a tragic change in circumstances, which makes Krista the perfect guest to discuss agency and living with intention, even in the face of things that we cannot control. Discover the power of your narrative about your feelings and the life-changing concepts that helped Krista through grief. Krista shares her valuable perspective on grief and loss, her experience in therapy versus getting coached, and the tools she uses with her clients who are in the thick of grief and big feelings. Get the full show notes and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/80 Join the Habits on Purpose newsletter for extra tools, prompts, and stories between episodes: https://habitsonpurpose.com/

Join me this week as I offer you a different approach to understanding and changing your habits. I'm showing you how to unwire a habit that isn't serving you so you can rewire a new one with sticking power, and my simple 3-step process for exploring and uncovering what's really going on. Get the full show notes and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/37 Join the Habits on Purpose newsletter for extra tools, prompts, and stories between episodes: https://habitsonpurpose.com/

Did you know that you are one human made up of multiple personalities, or parts, that interact internally, much like people interact in the external world? This is what Internal Family Systems (IFS) teaches us. These parts are responsible for the bulk of your habits, so when you understand these parts or personalities better, you have the secret to understanding your habits. This week, discover how your habits can be explained as thoughts, feelings, and actions that originate from distinct parts of yourself. I'm giving you an overview of IFS, and sharing a practical exercise that will help you notice and name the parts of yourself that contribute to your specific habits. Get the full show notes and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/75 Join the Habits on Purpose newsletter for extra tools, prompts, and stories between episodes: https://habitsonpurpose.com/

Do you ever find yourself compartmentalizing or ignoring certain emotions, desires, or experiences that feel unwelcome or uncomfortable? It's a complex habit that many of us engage in without even realizing it. In this episode, we dive deep into the sneaky ways we might be dismissing parts of ourselves and the impact this can have on our well-being. Join me as we explore the root causes of this sneaky habit and how we can start to shift it. We'll look at how our family of origin and cultural conditioning may have shaped what we view as welcome or unwelcome in our own systems. By the end of this episode, you'll have a better understanding of what you might be compartmentalizing and how to start being with what is actually present. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/159 Join the Habits on Purpose newsletter for extra tools, prompts, and stories between episodes: https://habitsonpurpose.com/

Do you ever feel like you set a goal, but weeks or months go by and nothing has really changed? You wonder how you've been so unproductive and if you're just avoiding the work or self-sabotaging. If this sounds familiar, I have an approach that can help. In this episode, I introduce the concept of "Future You Thinking" and share four practical strategies to simplify task initiation, reduce overwhelm, and keep your priorities clear. These tools are especially useful if you have a lot of moving parts in your life. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/158 Join the Habits on Purpose newsletter for extra tools, prompts, and stories between episodes: https://habitsonpurpose.com/

Do you ever feel like your to-do list is a never-ending source of stress and frustration? You're not alone. Despite our best efforts, it's all too common to end the day feeling behind and overwhelmed, even if we've accomplished a lot. In this episode, you'll learn how to do a reality check on your list, ensure you're not falling into the trap of magical thinking, and infuse your day with a sense of ease and focus. If you're ready to break free from the tyranny of an overwhelming to-do list, this episode is for you. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/157 Join the Habits on Purpose newsletter for extra tools, prompts, and stories between episodes: https://habitsonpurpose.com/

How can you overcome habits that insidiously take more than they give? In this episode, I explore three common habits that quietly create unnecessary stress: multitasking, shoehorning too much into too little time, and holding too tightly to an original plan even when a better option becomes available. These patterns often feel reasonable in the moment, but they can leave us feeling overwhelmed, rigid, and stuck. I introduce a simple but powerful tool called a tiny experiment. Rather than trying to overhaul your habits overnight, tiny experiments help you test small, manageable changes that feel safe enough to actually try. Whether you're constantly multitasking, overcommitting your schedule, or struggling to adjust when circumstances change, this approach can help you gather new information and build trust in alternative ways of doing things. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/226 Join the Habits on Purpose newsletter for extra tools, prompts, and stories between episodes: https://habitsonpurpose.com/

What happens when you combine positive qualities on purpose? In this episode, I explore the idea of stacking positive qualities for a synergistic effect and how certain pairings can support more meaningful and sustainable change. Rather than relying on willpower or rigid habit hacks, I'm sharing a more flexible and compassionate approach to working with difficult habits and patterns. I walk through different combinations of positive qualities and how they can help with struggles like overwhelm, procrastination, people-pleasing, perfectionism, self-doubt, and going after big goals. You'll see how certain qualities can work together in ways that create more support, perspective, and momentum when change feels difficult. You'll be encouraged to think about which positive qualities already come naturally to you and how you might intentionally combine them to support a habit or challenge in your own life. By experimenting with different pairings, you may discover new ways to approach change that feel far more supportive and effective than simply trying harder. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/225 Join the Habits on Purpose newsletter for extra tools, prompts, and stories between episodes: https://habitsonpurpose.com/

Why do the qualities you want most, like confidence, calm, clarity, or patience, often feel so difficult to access consistently? In this episode, I break down the practical process of intentionally cultivating the qualities that matter most to you. Moving from simply wanting change to actually creating it requires more than inspiration. It requires clarity, strategy, and a deeper understanding of what supports real growth. I walk through five essential steps that can help you intentionally develop meaningful qualities or pursue important goals. You'll learn how to approach growth in a more intentional, compassionate, and realistic way, without relying on perfectionism or all-or-nothing thinking. By understanding what is in the way and building a process that works for you, you can begin cultivating more of the qualities and habits that help you thrive. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/224 Join the Habits on Purpose newsletter for extra tools, prompts, and stories between episodes: https://habitsonpurpose.com/

What actually makes a good life, especially in the midst of ordinary stress and complexity? In this episode, I explore the positive qualities that help us move beyond simply surviving and into a more grounded, thriving way of being. Rather than focusing only on reducing suffering, I'm highlighting the life-giving qualities that help us navigate reality with greater strength, wisdom, and purpose. You'll be encouraged to reflect on which qualities already come naturally, which feel harder to access, and which you want more of in your life. By putting these qualities on your radar, you'll gain a clearer sense of what supports flourishing and what may be worth intentionally cultivating moving forward. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/223 Join the Habits on Purpose newsletter for extra tools, prompts, and stories between episodes: https://habitsonpurpose.com/