The Simple Sophisticate - Intelligent Living Paired With Signature Style

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Sinopsis

The simple sophisticate is someone who prefers quality over quantity, sensible living over mindless consumption, personal style instead of trendy fashions, has an insatiable curiosity for lifes endless questions and a desire to live a truly fulfilling life rather than being led around by the nose. Inspired by her lifestyle blog The Simply Luxurious Life, Shannon Ables (the original Simple Sophisticate) shares with listeners tips on how to live a refined life on an everyday income. From achieving your goals, preparing a memorable meal, creating a capsule wardrobe, traveling the world (Francophiles tune in as Paris is a favorite destination), and living life to the fullest without breaking the bank, living well is really quite simple.

Episodios

  • 100: 10 Things Content People Understand About Uncertainty

    25/04/2016

    What is the secret for those who have found contentment when it comes to dealing with uncertainty? In today's episode we dive into the 10 specific distinctions that help contentment thrive in an uncertain world. In this week's Petit Plaisir, a feel good song that will have you on your feet and tapping your toes as well as everything else.  And it's the 100th episode of The Simple Sophisticate, so we're celebrating by offering an exclusive, one week only drastic discount on signed copies of TSLL book.  Tune in to find out how to purchase your copy or gifts for the upcoming graduation ceremonies and Mother's Day celebrations. 

  • 99: Why Not . . . Celebrate the Obstacles?

    18/04/2016 Duración: 26min

    The obstacles in life can understandably be frustrating, but perhaps a reframing of them is all we need to see the beauty in them. Tune in today to see exactly why that obstacles that's been keeping you stuck in your tracks is exactly what will help you soar beyond your expectations. In this week's Petit Plaisir, I'm sharing my go-to breakfast for nearly everyday of the week: simple, delicious and satiating. Buttery Steel Cut Oats. 

  • 98: The Power of the Spoken Word

    11/04/2016 Duración: 32min

    How we speak is just as powerful as what we say. In today's episode, discover nine tips on how to improve the way you speak so that you can foster and improve the connections you make both in your professional and personal world. In this week's Petit Plaisir, Francophiles, cooks and gardeners will want to get their hands on this hybrid of a cookbook and French-living guide. Susan Herrmann Loomis' latest book (released in 2015) is a gem. In a French Kitchen: Tales and Tradition of Everyday Home Cooking in France

  • 97: Small + Simple = A Grand & Full Life

    04/04/2016 Duración: 36min

    Our everyday lives can be as grand and full based on how we live. Instead of the size of the house, it is the energy, beauty and details we cultivate that determine the quality of our sanctuary. Discover 16 tips and ideas to elevate the quality of your everyday life. This week's Petit Plaisir is a simple seasonal suggestion, welcome tulips into your home. Also discover how to best pick and ensure long-lasting blooms with each bouquet.

  • 96: Everyday Living in France: My Interview with Sharon Santoni

    28/03/2016 Duración: 34min

    The creator of the internationally enjoyed blog My French Country Home and author of her new book My Stylish French Girlfriends, Sharon Santoni joins me on today's episode. Discussing all things French, specifically brocante collecting, how to find and pursue your passion and the key to a happy, passionate life, Sharon will remind listeners about why we love the lifestyle of the French. This week's Petit Plaisir is a French dessert that is simple and absolutely delicious — Clafoutis aux Poires. 

  • 95: Why Not . . . Find Your Personal Power?

    21/03/2016 Duración: 40min

    Inspired by Amy Cuddy's best selling book Presence, discover how to cultivate your personal power in your everyday life and what the benefits are of having it.  This week's Petit Plaisir is a romantic comedy starring Lake Bell & Simon Pegg, Man Up. 

  • 94: The Truths & Myths of the Independent, Single Woman

    14/03/2016 Duración: 22min

    Inspired by the recently released and best-selling book by Rebecca Traister, All the Single Ladies: Unmarried Women and the Rise of an Independent Nation, this episode is for all women. Revealing three truths and seven myths, discover how the advancements of single women are opening doors for everyone.   

  • 93: 15 Everyday Habits to Live a Life of Contentment

    07/03/2016 Duración: 40min

    The "everydays" make up the quality of our lives, so it is how we spend these days that is vitally important. Discover 15 everyday habits to practice and by incorporating will create ensure everyday is full of contentment and true happiness. In this week's Petit Plaisir, a simple decor addition to establish a ritual that will enhance your everyday life. 

  • 92: The 3 Elements of a Strong Social Well-Being

    29/02/2016 Duración: 18min

    The importance of a healthy social well-being involves three primary components: the relationships we have with ourselves, our community and friends as well as our significant other, but how do we go about building one that works for us? That is precisely what we will discuss in this week's episode. In this week's Petit Plaisir, a new podcast to add to your weekly listening! Pardon My French from Garance Doré. 

  • 91: The Power of Solitude

    22/02/2016 Duración: 16min

    Whether an introvert or an extravert, time to be with ourselves is the key to a deep satisfaction with life and the path we choose. Inspired by Frédéric Lenoir's best-selling book Happiness: A Philosopher's Guide, discover specifically how solitude is beneficial for us all. This week's Petit Plaisir is a Francophile podcast to not only help you with your French but satiate your curiosities about the French culture.

  • 90: February 21, 2016: Au Courant Weekly

    21/02/2016 Duración: 11min

    The latest news and world events along with a dash of inspiration and a brush up on French language and culture. Tune in to become up-to-date in fewer than fifteen minutes each Sunday morning.  

  • 89: 18 Red Flags to Pay Attention to in Relationships

    15/02/2016 Duración: 26min

    Often while it can be easy to see the weaknesses or strengths in others' relationships, it can be hard when we're in the middle of them. As a way to develop an intuition about red flags we should heed, tune in to today's podcast to discover 18 red flags that you should take notice of and not ignore. In this week's Petit Plaisir, a simple, classic French lunch that took me back to my summer of studying abroad in Angers, France. 

  • 88: February 14, 2016: Au Courant Weekly

    14/02/2016 Duración: 16min

    The latest news and world events along with a dash of inspiration and a brush up on French language and culture. Tune in to become up-to-date in fewer than fifteen minutes each Sunday morning.  

  • 87: Romantic Love: What Is It & How to Maintain It

    08/02/2016 Duración: 22min

    Inspired by Gary Chapman's #1 New York Times best-selling book The 5 Love Languages, discover how to effectively communicate your love for you partner to them, but as well, understand how to know if whom you are with is someone destined to be your life partner. In other words determine if you are merely "in love" but not experiencing real love. This week's Petit Plaisir, TSLL App is now available for Android users! Discover all of the new enhancements and capabilities on The Simply Luxurious Life app that has been available to iTunes users for some time, but now is available for free on Google Play as well.

  • 86: February 7, 2016: Au Courant Weekly

    07/02/2016 Duración: 17min

    The latest news and world events along with a dash of inspiration and a brush up on French language and culture. Tune in to become up-to-date in fewer than fifteen minutes each Sunday morning.  

  • 85: How to Trust the Timing of Your Life

    01/02/2016 Duración: 22min

    Knowing how to trust the timing of your life can be confusing, but in today's episode Shannon outlines seven specific ways to become in tune with your unique life's journey and most important enjoy the ride.  In this week's Petit Plaisir, a favorite cozy mystery series is shared by author M.L. Longworth.

  • 84: January 31, 2016: Au Courant Weekly

    31/01/2016

    The latest news and world events along with a dash of inspiration and a brush up on French language and culture. Tune in to become up-to-date in fewer than fifteen minutes each Sunday morning.    

  • 83: 13 Reasons to Be Brave

    25/01/2016 Duración: 30min

    One of the primary pillars of living a happy life is finding the courage within yourself to be brave. It is never easy, but the results are well worth it. Today, discover the 13 benefits of being brave. In this week's Petit Plaisir, Shannon reveals the exclusive TSLL Planner Templates which include the stylish illustrations by Inslee only found on The Simply Luxurious Life brand.

  • 82: January 24, 2016: Au Courant Weekly

    24/01/2016 Duración: 12min

    The latest news and world events along with a dash of inspiration and a brush up on French language and culture. Tune in to become up-to-date in fewer than fifteen minutes each Sunday morning.

  • 81: Strengths vs. Skills: The Important Difference

    18/01/2016 Duración: 23min

    Today the differences between Strengths and Skills will be shared, along with the significant difference that will have a profoundly positive effect on your everyday life and the future direction you wish to go.  In this week's Petit Plaisir, a simple and delicious skillet chicken recipe that includes the trinity of Italian cooking: basil, mozzarella and tomatoes. 30 minutes to yum!

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