In this episode of The Soul Collective, Emily connects with best-selling author Shannon Kaiser to talk about going from corporate america, addiction, depression and over-working to living a dream life filled with purpose and joy.  We also talk about:  How to let go of “past-versions” of ourselves We discuss Shannon’s approach to writing books and tips on how to bring a book to life  And tools and exercise to help you shift from feeling stuck to living from our hearts  What's a "Me Matters" list Practices, tools and exercises for greater joy and abundance  How to truly love ourselves  About Shannon Kaiser: Shannon Kaiser is the best-selling author of 5 books on the psychology of happiness and fulfillment including The Self-Love Experiment and Adventures for Your Soul and the forthcoming book Joy Seeker (Oct 29, 2019). As an international life coach, speaker and retreat leader, she helps awaken to their true self so they can live the life they are made for.  She's been named top 100 Women to Watch in wellness by mindbodygreen, and was listed as of the freshest voices in mental health and wellness by Chicken Soup for The Women's Soul.  Her website Playwiththeworld.com has been names top 75 Personal development websites and top 100 self-help websites by the institute for the Psychology of Eating. She's been named one of Entrepreneurs Must-Follow Instagram Accounts for Inspiration and Top Facebook Accounts for Daily Motivation by Mind Body Green. Resources: Shannon Kaiser Website https://www.playwiththeworld.com/ Shannon Kaiser Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shannonkaiserwrites/ Emily Ghosh Harris Website : https://www.iamemilyharris.com/ Schedule a Free Coaching Call: https://www.iamemilyharris.com/coaching Upcoming Events!  https://www.soulwomenscollective.com/ @EmilyGhoshHarris (IG)  https://www.instagram.com/emilyghoshharris/