5 Inspirational Podcasts To Get You Through A Tough Day

Let's face it. Life isn't as easy going as everyone encourages you to think it is. From going through personal defeats to feeling like you're a little behind on things (shout out to everyone who feels like they missed the success wave), it's OK to admit that some days can be a little tougher than others. To be quite honest, I have those days more than I talk about, but when you're blazing the entrepreneurial trail, it gets like that sometimes.

On my days that I literally feel like everything is in shambles or just want to scream "woe is me," I've learned to take a step back from what I'm doing and find a way to cope. Though that usually requires me taking some time out to spend with God, I also like to listen to a few podcasts to spark my creativity, get my inspiration going, and to just get my head back in the game.

Because I know that it's super easy to get discouraged when things may not be going exactly how you want them to, I believe that it's important for everyone to have a way to pick themselves up when no one is around to help do it. For me, that definitely includes listening to podcasts, and it could also be that way for you, too.

Not sure where to start or looking to add some new podcasts to your list? Check out five podcasts that I'm listening to right now that help me through a tough day.

1. The Daily Boost: Best Daily Motivation: Though short in time, Scott Smith's podcast delivers a timely bit of advice that will encourage you to find your happy, revive your inspiration, and determine which strategies will give you the best results for success.

2. Magic Lessons with Elizabeth Gilbert: Elizabeth Gilbert's Magic Lessons podcast — which takes on the title after the book of the same name — is really one of my favorites out there. Offering a means to help aspiring artists of all facets overcome their fears and find their inspiration, this podcast gives you the stepping stones to create more joyfully and purposely.

3. How I Built This by NPR: If you've ever wanted a little more insight on how one of your favorites essentially went from rags to riches, listening to the Guy Raz hosted podcast titled How I Built This will help you get there. Brought to you by NPR, the podcast will take you on a journey of failures that ultimately led the triumphs of building something from nothing.

4. Myleik Teele's Podcast: A top entrepreneur and creator of curlBox.com, Myleik Teele's Podcast is a gem that everyone can benefit from. Through talks of the hustle and insightful viewpoints for those looking to start their own business, Myleik's podcast will help you step you show up, show out, and follow through on everything you need to.

5 .Good Life Project: Delivering stories of inspiration, motivation, and determination, the Good Life Project podcast is one that has found its way onto my list with no plans of leaving anytime soon. Whether you're looking for a new way to spark your creativity, find your purpose, develop your sense of love,, happiness, confidence, or success, pressing play on this podcast can change your day for the better.

Are there any go-to podcasts on your "tough day" playlist? Have you listened to any of these and found them to be helpful, too? Let me know in the comments!

Until next time!

With Creative (and Inspirational) Thoughts,

-Kp