Episode 1193: Are you building a life you love, or just escaping one that feels misaligned? In this episode of The BIGG Success Show, George and Mary-Lynn explore how distraction, busyness, and “someday” thinking can quietly pull us into coping mode instead of intentional living. Drawing on research and real-life experience, they unpack why escape isn’t the problem...it’s a signal.

You’ll learn how meaning, alignment, and purposeful goals create a life you don’t need to escape from, and why stress isn’t the enemy when it serves something bigger. The episode ends with a simple BIGG Assignment to help you spot misalignment and begin shifting from autopilot to on purpose.

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Here’s to your BIGG Success,

George & Mary-Lynn

BIGG Takeaways:

1. Reflecting on whether you are building a life you love or just finding ways to cope is crucial for long-term happiness.
2. Daydreaming can be a double-edged sword; it can inspire creativity but also create illusions of achievement.
3. Engaging with your life rather than escaping it is essential for true fulfillment and purpose.
4. Alignment between your values, goals, and daily actions is key to preventing that drift into autopilot living.
5. Understanding the difference between coping and creating can shift your perspective on how you approach challenges.
6. Finding meaning in your life through service and contribution can lead to greater satisfaction and reduced anxiety.

BIGG Chapters

[00:14] Exploring the Concept of Escape

[01:37] Escaping Default Lives

[03:24] Understanding Avoidance Coping

[06:16] Finding Alignment in Life's Purpose

[09:08] Building a Life of Purpose

Links referenced in this episode:

1. Research: Some key differences between a happy life and a meaningful life
2. Episode 1190: Crafting Purposeful Goals That Propel You Forward
3. Life Map Course
4. Follow our podcast
5. Join our newsletter

Episode 1192: In this final episode of the Life Map Podcast Series, George and Mary-Lynn bring all seven Life Map Course steps together. They explain why true success comes from integrating your personal, professional, and financial plans into one intentional framework - and why that creates a clear path that keeps you on track.

You’ll hear how each step in the Life Map Course builds on the last - from your baseline and vision to values, mission, goals, and contingencies - and why none of them stand alone. Most importantly, you’ll learn how your Life Map becomes a flexible, day-to-day decision-making tool that evolves as life changes.

Thanks for listening!

Here’s to your BIGG Success,

George & Mary-Lynn

BIGG Takeaways:

1. Setting clear goals instead of just wishes is crucial for achieving big success in life.
2. Your Life Map serves as a decision-making tool that aligns with your personal and professional ambitions.
3. Integrating your personal, professional, and financial goals creates a balanced life that fosters fulfillment.
4. Contingency plans are essential as they help you stay on track despite unexpected disruptions and setbacks.

BIGG Chapters:

[00:00] Introduction to the Life Map Course

[01:28] Transitioning from Wishes to Goals

[03:48] Defining Your Mission and Impact

[05:16] Building Contingencies into Your Life Map

[06:13] Introduction to the Life Map Course

[08:32] Creating Your Life Map: A Clear Path to Success

Links referenced in this episode:

1. Life Map Course
2. Life Map Podcast Series
3. Follow our podcast
4. Join our newsletter

BIGG Takeaways:

• In life, unexpected surprises are inevitable, so it's essential to have contingency plans in place.
• Contingency planning is not a sign of doubt; it's a wise way to prepare for real-life unpredictability.
• When faced with obstacles, remember to shake it off and take one step at a time toward your goals.
• Planning for failure means preparing for success; create backup plans that support your main objectives.
• A solid plan is good, but a flexible plan that accommodates life's surprises is even better.
• Identify three potential challenges to your goals and develop simple Plan Bs to keep moving forward.

BIGG Chapters:

[00:16] The Fable of the Farmer and His Donkey

[02:08] The Resilience of the Donkey

[03:10] Understanding Contingencies in Life Planning

[04:37] Responding to Life's Surprises

[08:16] Challenges in Contingency Planning

[10:33] Wrapping Up and Moving Forward

Links referenced in this episode:

• Episode 1186 – Your Baseline
• Episode 1187 – Your Vision
• Episode 1188 – Your Values
• Episode 1190 - Your Goals
• Mission statement podcast freebie
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• Join our newsletter

Episode 1190: Aligned goals are the key to turning purpose into progress. In this episode of The BIGG Success Show, George and Mary-Lynn dive into Step 5 of the Life Map Course podcast series: Your Goals. They open with a powerful story about misalignment and show how the wrong goal — even a “good” one — can pull you off course.

Building on past episodes about your baseline, vision, values, and mission, learn how to choose goals that truly align with who you are and where you want to go.

Be sure to get the free one-sheet that goes with this podcast episode to help you turn your vision, mission and values into focused, meaningful actions by giving you a simple framework to choose the right goals. Click here to get it.

Thanks for listening!

Here’s to your BIGG Success,

George & Mary-Lynn

BIGG Takeaways:

• Crafting purposeful goals starts with understanding your mission, vision, and values clearly.
• Aligned goals transform your dreams from mere thoughts into actionable steps, driving real progress.
• Setting too many goals can lead to overwhelm; focus on what truly matters to you.
• Milestones are essential as they break down larger goals into manageable, achievable steps for motivation.

BIGG Chapters:

[00:18] Transitioning to New Opportunities

[01:35] Setting Goals that Align with Your Mission

[02:35] Creating Aligned Goals

[04:12] The Importance of Aligned Goals and Milestones

[05:21] Challenges in Goal Setting

Links referenced in this episode:

Episode 1186 – Your Baseline

Episode 1187 – Your Vision

Episode 1188 – Your Values

Episode 1189 - Your Mission

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Episode 1189: Finding your mission is the key to staying focused, motivated, and resilient—especially when life gets hard. In this episode of The BIGG Success Show, George and Mary-Lynn explore Step 4 of the Life Map Course: Your Mission.

They share why your mission matters, how it connects your daily actions to your bigger purpose, and simple strategies to uncover your why.

You’ll learn the difference between goals and mission, the pitfalls to avoid, and how to create a mission statement that guides and inspires you.

Be sure to get the free one-sheet that goes with this podcast episode to help you reflect on what drives you and draft your first mission statement. Click here to get it.

Thanks for listening!

Here’s to your BIGG Success,

George & Mary-Lynn

BIGG Takeaways:

• Finding your mission is crucial because it connects your daily actions to your bigger purpose.
• Laura Bradford’s journey shows that passion paired with purpose leads to incredible achievements.
• Defining your mission statement can be challenging, but it doesn't have to be perfect initially.
• Reflect on moments of fulfillment to help uncover your why and what drives you.

BIGG Chapters

[00:16] Finding Your Passion

[01:16] Facing Challenges: A New Purpose

[02:28] Understanding Your Mission

[04:19] Challenges in Defining Your Mission

[04:29] Understanding Your Mission vs. Goals

[06:11] Transitioning to Step Five: Setting Goals for Success

Links referenced in this episode:

• Episode 1186 – Your Baseline
• Episode 1187 – Your Vision
• Episode 1188 – Your Values
• Mission statement podcast freebie
• Follow our podcast
• Join our newsletter

When life feels chaotic, it’s often because you’ve lost your sense of direction. In this episode of The BIGG Success Show, George and Mary-Lynn reveal how your values act as your compass—helping you calm the chaos, stay focused, and make decisions that align with what truly matters.

Get practical strategies to identify your core values, define what they mean for you, and bring them to life through simple, daily actions. Plus, learn how to avoid common pitfalls like choosing too many values or adopting ones that don’t reflect who you are.

Be sure to get the free one-sheet that goes with this podcast episode to help you identify your core values. Click here to get it.

Thanks for listening!

Here’s to your BIGG Success,

George & Mary-Lynn

BIGG Takeaways:

• To achieve BIGG success, you must identify and live out your core values daily.
• Your values act as a compass, guiding you through life's chaos and helping you stay focused.
• Avoid the common pitfall of having too many values; stick to 3 to 5 that truly matter.
• When facing tough decisions, ask yourself if the choice aligns with your personal values.
• Take small, actionable steps each week to integrate your core values into daily life.

BIGG Highlights:

[00:15] How to Avoid The Void

[01:04] Understanding the Importance of Values

[01:58] Identifying and Practicing Core Values

[03:35] Understanding Your Values: Common Pitfalls and Solutions

[05:18] Exploring Your Mission: The Why Behind Your Values

Links referenced in this episode:

• biggsuccess.com
• Values Reflection Podcast Freebie

Every success story starts with a clear vision. In this episode of The BIGG Success Show, George and Mary-Lynn reveal how your vision acts as your North Star - keeping you focused, motivated, and aligned with what truly matters.

You’ll learn four practical ways to define your vision, blending your passions and strengths to create a vivid picture of your ideal life. Plus, you’ll see how this step builds on Step 2 of the Life Map Course: Your Baseline (where you are) and prepares you for Step 3: Your Values (your compass ) for staying true to yourself as you move toward your dreams.

BIGG Takeaways:

• Defining your vision is crucial as it acts like a North Star guiding your life decisions.
• Without a clear vision, you might find yourself drifting aimlessly, much like a rudderless ship.
• Your vision should blend your passions and proficiencies to keep you excited and equipped.
• Writing down your vision in detail makes it more tangible and helps keep it top of mind.

BIGG Highlights:

[00:14] Navigating the Unknown

[01:02] Finding Your North Star: The Importance of Vision in Life

[02:04] Defining Your Vision: Strategies for Success

[02:52] Defining Your Vision

[04:32] Defining Your North Star

Links referenced in this episode:

• biggsuccess.com
• Podcast Companion Freebie

Every great journey begins with one crucial step: knowing where you are. In this episode of The BIGG Success Show, George and Mary-Lynn dive into Step 1 of the Life Map Course—Your Baseline.

They reveal why this “You Are Here” marker is the foundation that powers your goals, how to assess your personal, professional, and financial starting point, and the risks of skipping this essential step. You’ll also learn practical strategies—from self-assessment and outside feedback to journaling and SWOT analysis—that help you capture a clear picture of where you are today.

Be sure to download the podcast companion for this episode - a free one sheet with a few reflection questions to help you put today’s ideas into action. Click here to get it.

Thanks for listening!

Here's to your BIGG Success,

George & Mary-Lynn

BIGG Takeaways:

• Your baseline is the crucial starting point for achieving your big success; knowing where you are is essential.
• Understanding your current position allows for clearer goal-setting and prevents aimless wandering in life.
• Gathering insights from trusted friends and mentors can help uncover strengths and blind spots in your self-assessment.
• Regularly journaling your thoughts and progress transforms your baseline into a tangible reference for growth.
• Setting realistic goals aligned with your true priorities prevents burnout from chasing unattainable dreams.
• Utilizing a SWOT analysis can deepen your understanding of your current status and guide your success path.

BIGG Highlights:

[00:15] Understanding Your Baseline for Success

[00:58] Understanding Your Baseline

[01:59] Starting Your Journey: Self-Assessment in the Life Map Course

[03:09] Defining Your Baseline for Success

[03:56] Turning Self-Assessment into Future Vision

Links referenced in this episode:

• biggsuccess.com
• Podcast Companion Freebie