Heads up that we are taking a hiatus from The Mango Effect Podcast because of a few exciting changes in my life. In this brief episode, I share some of those changes AND how best to keep in touch with me during the hiatus!

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Ever encountered a mucked-up mess of red tape? We all face challenges that prevent us from reaching our goals, and it helps to develop a tried-and-true method to cut through the red tape.

No matter what stage of life or career you are in right now, you will encounter sticky situations that will require precision and persistence to come out successfully. What's your method of cutting through red tape?

In this episode, we discuss:

• The importance of discerning whether or not you're on the right path
• Creating a strong support system of people who are on your side
• Deciding on your plan for cutting through the red tape
• Focusing on the very next step in front of you
• What to do when you get caught in ruminations

...and more!

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What hand can you actually play? You cannot choose which cards you are dealt, but you can decide how to play your hand well -- without undue risk or regret.

Too many of us play the game of hoping for a breakthrough when we should instead play the hand with the actual cards we have. 

Understanding your risk tolerance and accurately assessing the cards you've been dealt will empower you to play the game of life better than ever before. 

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Mindi shares a quick snippet about the conclusion of Season 1 of The Mango Effect podcast, as she is wrapping up one chapter and getting ready for the next adventure.

Stay tuned because Season 2 of the podcast is coming your way next week!

In the meantime, you can catch up on Season 1 with all 50 episodes. Plus, you can follow Mindi on LinkedIn, YouTube, and Facebook to watch her livestream called "Mondays with Mindi" if you want a weekly dose of inspiration.

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Why would anyone leave Hawaii? Moving back to the Midwest was one of the most difficult decisions I made in 2022, but it's changed my life in many ways for the better.

Discover the reasons why we decided to relocate to the mainland US after living in Hawaii for nearly four years, and why we are not experiencing any remorse with our decision.

Plus, how we are embarking on our next adventure living in the Midwest by exploring other ways to express our love for board sports!

In this episode, we discuss:

• Deciding the best "place" for going back to school as a non-traditional student
• Growing closer as a family, and how location plays into it
• Taking action on the geoarbitrage method to achieve financial stability and long-term success
• Approaching "where I grew up" with a new perspective
• Improving our quality of life by cutting our living expenses by 55%
• Expanding our family by adopting a kitten and getting a puppy

...and more!

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It's the new year! How are you feeling about your relationship with money? As we start anticipating all the new goals we are setting ourselves up to achieve, it's critical to get our money house in order.

Making smart money decisions requires a balance of self-reflection, alignment with values, and a clear understanding of the path ahead.  It's not about "manifesting millions" into reality without a game plan.

Let's talk about how to learn from both our past money mistakes and our money wins, so we can have an amazing year ahead!

In this episode, we discuss:

• Using logic and intuition to improve our relationship with money
• Awesome money tools and tips to stay on top of your finances
• Qualifying our transactions based on how purchases make us feel
• Avoiding the hype around manifestation
• Running lifestyle experiments before "going all in" with your money
• Understanding the power of ROI on monetary investments

...and more!

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Happy Holidays! With the new year just around the corner, it's that time of year when we start thinking about goal setting and what's next for 2023.

As you start planning goals for the next year, it helps to balance your logical goal-setting brain with that intuitive gut feel to align yourself with your overarching life vision.

Goal setting should not be difficult. Instead, it's more about recognizing the direction you're heading, then setting mile markers accordingly to ensure you're on the right path.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How to set annual goals that align with your life vision
• Dropping irrelevant goals "guilt-free" when they no longer matter
• Leaping into the new year with confidence and excitement
• Choosing your next lifestyle experiment
• The four categories of goal setting (if you're looking for a starting point)
• Mindi's 2023 Goals -- all nine of them -- and why they matter

...and more!

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How do you cope with uncertainty when you run a lifestyle experiment or take on a new challenge? No matter how much preparation you do, there are always unforeseen circumstances. 

Uncertainty is often unavoidable. But you do have the opportunity to figure out the best way through those tough moments of "not knowing."

Let's go into the power of building a support network, doing your homework, figuring out the pros and cons, and embracing the challenge.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How to prepare for uncertainty like a surfer
• Dealing with unexpected challenges
• Making pros and cons lists
• Turning fear/anxiety into excitement
• Reframing the situation and expressed emotions
• Depending on those who know you best
• Building confidence and resilience as part of the process

...and more!

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