In this episode, Dr. Phyllis opens up about her personal journey from constantly running on a treadmill of doing, achieving, and chasing the next crisis—toward a life that feels more peaceful, grounded, and fulfilling. She talks about the moment she realized work is just a means to an end, not the core of her identity, and how learning to slow down changed everything.

When we’re always striving, we miss what’s right in front of us. Presence, she shares, isn’t just a nice idea—it’s how we actually experience the life we’ve been praying for. The joy, the peace, the fulfillment—it’s already here. We just have to stop long enough to notice it.

Dr. Phyllis introduces a powerful approach to living in the moment using the acronym SAVOR:

S – Slow down your thoughts. Be where your feet are.

A – Acknowledge the moment. Ask: Where am I right now?

V – Voice your desire.

O – Open yourself to win. Celebrate even the small victories.

R – Rejoice in the moment.

This episode is an invitation to stop chasing and start savoring. Because presence isn’t passive—it’s something we practice. And it’s what helps us feel fully alive.

Quotes from Today’s Episode:

"Trying to be the martyr is overrated and underappreciated and just not sustainable as well."

"Creating presence is the key to having joy, is the key to having joy. It's the key to finding moments of peace."

(00:00) "Reclaim Purpose, Redefine Identity"

(03:1) "Sustainable Productivity Over Frantic Martyrdom"

(06:20) Embracing Life Beyond Work

(10:21) "From Doing to Being Fulfilled"

(15:30) "Embrace the Present Moment"

(18:15) Celebrate Small Wins

(22:48) Finding Fulfillment in Presence

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