Having a full to-do list might make us feel like we’re getting more done. But are we actually being productive or are we just being ‘busy’? In this episode, Aileen and Jules discuss intentional productivity, finding systems that work for you, and the importance of allowing flexibility to grow and evolve. Jules Acree is a YouTuber, founder of The Homebodies, and writer of the Slow Brew Sunday newsletter & podcast. Her mission is to help people find more ease in our fast-paced digital age, through her lens of mindfulness, self-care, and intentional productivity. TIMESTAMPS 1:25 Jules’ journey to intentional productivity 3:13 What is intentional productivity? 6:48 What she does when things feel imbalanced 10:20 Why is it important to find systems that work for you? 16:40 How Jules prioritises her day 18:10 Picking up ideas with momentum 20:51 Jules’ favourite exercise 22:30 Getting a hold on your Tech and Home environment 32:41 Jules’ journey as a creator and entrepreneur 37:05 The moment when it all clicked 38:18 On using social media more intentionally 40:10 Releasing the guilt on being “unproductive” 45:06 What inspired Jules to start her podcast SPONSORS: - Shopify: https://www.shopify.com/tll TIMESTAMPS: 1:59 The start of my story 4:52 When I content started shifting 10:45 My journey in finding my purpose 13:45 The evolution of the meaning of success 18:28 Prioritising and protecting your peace 19:16 How I approach life and goals 24:50 My morning and evening routines 26:41 The importance of time for yourself 29:15 How my perspective on life has changed 31:30 Balancing the fast pace of career and family 40:00 For when you’re unmotivated in the face of setbacks 44:19 How the trials shaped who I am today 46:08 How my success and purpose came about through my journey 48:35 Advice I would tell my younger self Follow Jules: • Website: http://julesacree.com/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julesacree/ • Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@julesacree • Newsletter & Podcast: https://julesacree.ck.page/b9789442a2 The video version of this interview is available on YouTube: Episode 238 SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE PODCAST: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube LAVENDAIRE: YouTube Instagram