story Archives - Lavendaire

19: Growth Happens Outside of Your Comfort Zone

September 25, 2016 by Aileen

Sometimes you just gotta force yourself to leave your safe routine and do things outside of your comfort zone. Today I discuss when it’s NOT a good idea to follow your gut and why you need to make yourself get uncomfortable once in a while.

16: How to Handle Overwhelm

August 14, 2016 by Aileen

This is a snapshot of my life when things are happening. It’s an exciting time but it can also be overwhelming. From handling daily video uploads for the #5DaystoMinimalism Challenge to meetings & appointments to a new training/orientation to big deadlines to prepping for a major event… This week has been a jam-packed whirlwind of movement! I’m grateful to … Read more

15: Imagine you are an alien…

August 7, 2016 by Aileen

Today we’re going to have some fun and flex our imagination. I share an exercise from You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero that will help you look at your life with an incredibly fresh perspective. FREE Audible Trial – https://www.audibletrial.com/lavendaire

9: Be True to Yourself, But Don’t Get Attached to Any Identity

June 19, 2016 by Aileen

If you know me, you know that I love to play with different hair colors. Today I share my hair story and the drastic moment that made me realize that I am still me, no matter what I have or wear on the outside. Often times we depend on the things we “think” define us (i.e.: our … Read more

5: Minimalism Can Change Your Life

May 22, 2016 by Aileen

There are 300,000 items in the average American home. Think about everything that you own. How much of that stuff is just dead weight, taking up space in your home and cluttering your physical as well as mental space? Today’s episode of The Lavendaire Lifestyle highlights minimalism and its life-changing benefits. Listen as Aileen shares her personal story … Read more

Words of Wisdom 002 | simple mindset for happiness

May 11, 2016 by Aileen

Today's Words of Wisdom is a simple one-liner, but oh so powerful. It's not easy to adopt this mindset, but becoming aware of it as an option is the first step to learning to let go and detach from what happens in life.

1: Be Stronger Than Your Fears, Bolder Than Your Insecurities

April 24, 2016 by Aileen

Welcome to the first episode of The Lavendaire Lifestyle! In this new podcast, I will be diving deeper into my personal life stories, and sharing all the lessons that I've learned and wisdom I've gained about creating your dream life. New episodes will be released every Sunday.

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Q&A II

February 23, 2016 by Aileen

Today I'm continuing my Q&A series, #AskAileen, and answering your questions from YouTube and Instagram. This episode covers: advice to my younger self, my one message to the world, my dream career and how to deal with setbacks, and an update on how I'm adapting to minimalism.

Following Our Dreams: Picture Taipei Kickstarter

August 5, 2015 by Aileen

Earlier this year, I went to Taiwan with a team from LA to shoot a short film called Picture Taipei, a pure passion project. Today, I'm so excited to share our film's trailer and Kickstarter campaign!

Please visit our page and watch our video below to learn more about the film and the team behind this project.