223: Figuring Out Life In Your 20s w/ Teresa Fong

223: Figuring Out Life In Your 20s w/ Teresa Fong

Author: Aileen Xu March 19, 2023 Duration: 45:45
Have you ever felt lost and unsure of what life has in store for you? In today's episode highlighting our community, Aileen talks to lavi love Teresa Fong about her experience of feeling lost and floating through life for years until she discovered a career she loves and a life full of meaningful connections.

Teresa is a senior product designer at Skydea, an agency in Tokyo. As a designer, she builds apps and websites. But she most enjoys building community. She manages Creative Tokyo, a community with over 2,800 members connecting and finding friends with similar interests.

TIMESTAMPS
  • 2:50 - Teresa's journey to becoming a Product Designer
  • 5:13 - Product Designer vs. Product Manager
  • 16:33 - How to apply the product design process to life
  • 19:40 - Figuring out that fit
  • 22:25 - Teresa's Lifestyle
  • 24:30 - Contributions to Teresa's success in her career
  • 27:24 - Lavendaire's role in Teresa's life
  • 32:22 - Building relationships and connections
  • 37:21 - Definition of Teresa's dream life
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Aileen Xu hosts The Lavendaire Lifestyle, a space designed for those looking to weave more intention into the fabric of their daily lives. This podcast explores the interconnected nature of personal growth, where improving your physical fitness directly influences your mental clarity, and spiritual curiosity enriches your approach to education and self-improvement. Episodes delve into practical routines for health alongside deeper conversations about purpose and inner peace, drawing from a variety of philosophies and traditions without being anchored to any single path. You’ll hear honest reflections on building a life that feels both productive and meaningful, where caring for your mind and body is part of a holistic journey. The Lavendaire Lifestyle serves as a companion for redefining success on your own terms, offering thoughtful perspectives that encourage action beyond just passive listening. It’s for anyone who believes that a well-lived life incorporates care for every aspect of the self, fostering a sense of balance and authentic growth through its diverse topics.
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