Do you know what you want for your life? Like actually know... not what you don't want but what you actually want? On today's episode we will dive into the importance of defining a compelling vision for your future and all the benefits that come with it. This may seem like a topic to basic to have an episode on but it is actually so important that there are coaching programs and workshops built completely around this one teaching point. I also could talk about it for quite a while because it is ...
Aug 22, 2024•18 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Do you constantly find yourself stuck in life’s extremes? Either you have to fail or succeed. It has to be perfect or it’s not worth it. If you can’t be the best why wast your time? This kind of mindset is known as all-or-nothing thinking and it has the capacity to not only ruin your business but you relationships and even your whole life. On today’s episode of Authentic On Air we will be identifying some ways this mindset can show up in your business, why it is so dangerous and a couple of stra...
Aug 15, 2024•19 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Do you ever crave something radically different in your life but can’t quite nail it down? If so then strap in because this is the episode for you! Every able minded person born into this world is given all kinds of different tools to navigate our time on this earthly plane. But too that are consistently given out to all of us be are the power to choose and the power to tell the truth. These twin powers of honesty and decision may sound like the capability of the lamest superhero the 1950’s inve...
Aug 07, 2024•19 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Do you own or want to own a business but your ADHD has been a major roadblock for you to launch or scale? Then join along as coach Bruce shares his insights on overcoming the mindsets and obstacles often associated with ADHD to take your business to the next level. On episode 1 of season 3 we cover why ADHD is even a factor in overcoming disempowering mindsets. For your free download of the mini course to destroy all-or-nothing thinking go to realcoachbruce.com . You can get started overcoming t...
Jul 31, 2024•15 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Tonight will be the last episode of season 2 of my podcast Authentic On Air! I’ll be taking a couple of weeks off after this to focus on pivoting my business and this podcast in a new direction. Tonight’s episode will focus on the common struggles I met with while coaching ADHD parents and what I found that has brought on the pivot in my business. As an adhd entrepreneur I have had plenty of struggle and I don’t want it to go to waste. So listen in to learn what I have learned and I bet you will...
Jun 12, 2024•14 min•Season 2Ep. 16
On tonight’s episode I will be exploring the ways that being impatient has cost me across all the domains of my life and how I have managed to recover. Also as has become customary I will catch those that are following up on my family’s odyssey of purpose and on where I sit currently across all 4 domains. This will be an interesting topic so check it out today when I go live on Facebook or YouTube or when I post on tonight on YouTube and all major podcast platforms! I am in a place right now whe...
Jun 05, 2024•14 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Tonight on the Authentic On Air podcast I will be discussing the importance of thinking small for ADHD parents. This applies in a few different ways and suggest mentalities that ADHD people aren’t necessarily familiar with. My goal in life right now is to share the lessons in life that I have learned to help me stop sedating and running from my responsibilities as a spouse and a parent. I spent so much time looking at the big picture over 20 years out that I had no idea what life was supposed to...
May 29, 2024•19 min•Season 2Ep. 14
I want to talk about leadership. But not what it looks like when you do but instead what it looks like when you don’t. I consider myself to be a leader. For myself. For my family. For my clients. For my following. Am I always a good leader? No. Here is the evidence that sometimes I flat out fail as a leader. 1. My wife is struggling to trust the process and have faith that we will find a place to live. As my family’s spiritual leader I am supposed to clarify the vision and hold space for my fami...
May 15, 2024•20 min•Season 2Ep. 13
On today’s episode of Authentic On Air “Our Impulsive Journey”, Coach Bruce provides an update on his journey, discussing his progress in his body, balance, business, and relationship with God. He talks about the challenges he's faced, including health issues and the need to support his wife's healing and growth. He emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for past actions and focusing on personal development. Coach Bruce also shares his excitement and fear as he embarks on a new phase...
May 02, 2024•21 min•Season 2Ep. 9
In this episode, Coach Bruce discusses the concept of impulsive faith and how it relates to his personal journey. He shares his struggles with feeling physically unwell and the challenges of maintaining a routine while on the move. Bruce also talks about the importance of trusting oneself and listening to the inner voice, as well as the role of faith in guiding one's actions. He emphasizes the need for balance between impulsivity and structure, and encourages ADHD parents to explore their own in...
Apr 25, 2024•22 min•Season 2Ep. 11
On today’s episode of Authentic On Air the topic of worthiness is the focus and it is an intriguing exploration of where to look for your personal value. Whether you see your value or not you have it. When you see it you start to treat yourself like you are worth a shit. From there you can start to make decisions that drive you to your purpose. Big takeaway: Know your worth and act accordingly. Live by a code. Tell the truth about your situations and deal with what you can prove to be true. Defi...
Apr 18, 2024•32 min•Season 2Ep. 10
If you are an ADHD adult it almost impossible to have a solid self-perception in this day and age. You were raised being told so much of what you naturally are is not ok. Intense. Unfiltered. Impulsive. Emotional. Talkative. Awkward. Uncomfortable. If you don’t feel like any of those things describe you try to remember the young version of you on the playground or the classroom being ostracized. Then try to shed the social norms that you have assimilated as preferred behavior and realize what is...
Apr 11, 2024•37 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Indecision has costs me so much over my life! Years of deep engagement with my family. Hundreds of thousands of dollars left on the table. My fitness. A 400 lb bench press that I was just days away from. Everything I have lost in this life has been from 1 of 2 things. Indecision and lies. More often than not they could be tied to the same root! What decision are you putting off and what is it costing you? For example if you are putting off the decision to do everything that it takes to reconnect...
Apr 04, 2024•28 min•Season 2Ep. 8
**Episode Description:** In this enlightening episode of Authentic On Air, host Bruce Alexander welcomes Dr. Alondra Rogers, a dedicated social worker, autism consultant, author, and mother, for a profound conversation on neurodiversity, late diagnosis, and the journey of living and parenting within the autistic and ADHD spectrum. Dr. Rogers shares her personal and professional insights into the challenges and beauties of neurodivergence, highlighting the significance of self-awareness, acceptan...
Mar 28, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Summary In this episode, Coach Bruce opens up his journal and discusses random topics. He shares his experiences of being off medication and the challenges he faces in preparing for his podcast. He explores the power of his own thoughts and beliefs, particularly around self-worth and body image. Bruce delves into the concept of expanding capacity and the importance of being true to oneself. He also discusses the impact of unconscious lies and the need to uncover internal truths. The episode conc...
Mar 14, 2024•45 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In this episode, Coach Bruce Alexander introduces a problem-solving technique and shares his personal journey of growth and learning. He emphasizes the importance of defining the problem and possibility, and delves deeper into the challenges and pain points associated with the problem. He also explores the concept of the pit, where one must confront and overcome obstacles. Finally, he discusses the importance of a compelling future and introduces the principles and path that will lead to transfo...
Mar 07, 2024•53 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Is Adderall my blessing and my curse? I can’t really feel. I can identify. I can define but I can’t capitalize on feelings as fuel if I don’t actually feel them. You will forget this again and again unless you live by a code. What is a huge fucking choice you have been ignoring that could unlock the next major step in your life? That's ok. I am breaking that pattern so I don't find myself back in a life I don't know again. If you need help breaking your patterns go to https://www.authenticidenti...
Feb 29, 2024•40 min•Season 2Ep. 3
I went all in on myself as a meat cutter, as a restaurant manager, as a firefighter, as a public educator and now as a business owner. Why did giving everything I had to the job not yield the success I desired? In this compelling episode, Coach Bruce Alexander dives into his neurodivergent struggles within various work environments, from being a meat cutter to a public educator and now an entrepreneur. Bruce reflects on his journey of misunderstanding workplace dynamics, the challenge of buildin...
Feb 22, 2024•21 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Does religious Practice need to look different neurodivergents? In this groundbreaking episode, Coach Bruce Alexander embarks on a deeply personal journey, exploring the intersection of neurodiversity and faith. Titled "My Neurodivergent Struggle with God," Bruce delves into the complexities of maintaining religious practice as an adult diagnosed with ADHD and autism. He shares his lifelong battle with self-doubt, the challenge of reconciling impulsive and consistent aspects of faith, and how ne...
Feb 15, 2024•38 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Podcast overhaul| Coach Bruce discusses rebranding his podcast Yikes! I am burning everything I have done for my podcast to the ground! Well not exactly. I am going to hang on to a couple of assets and ideas but what comes on season 2 of Authentic On Air with Bruce Alexander should feel drastically different. I hope you will love it! And if you don't that's ok because someone will!
Feb 08, 2024•13 min•Ep. 28
Podcast Summary: In this episode, host Bruce Alexander converses with Celia Contreras, a stand-up comedian known for her appearances on the Kill Tony podcast. Celia shares her raw and authentic life experiences, including her struggles with bipolar disorder, her turbulent family life, and her journey in the world of comedy. The conversation delves into the themes of authenticity, mental health, and finding humor in dark places. Celia's story is a testament to the power of honesty, resilience, an...
Feb 01, 2024•1 hr 56 min•Ep. 27
Join host Bruce Alexander in a deep dive with Mark Savant, a top-tier podcast consultant and host. This episode is more than just podcasting tips; it's a journey into embracing authenticity, the power of disagreeing respectfully, and leveraging AI in podcasting. Discover how Mark balances his roles as an entrepreneur, husband, and father while refusing to sacrifice his personal values for success. Get ready for an insightful discussion on the importance of authenticity in personal and profession...
Jan 25, 2024•59 min•Ep. 26
What if there was more to sobriety than just NOT drinking? Have we been looking at this problem all wrong? Summary In this conversation, Bruce Alexander reflects on the importance of change and challenges listeners to think about their own experiences with major life overhauls. He then introduces his guest, Billy Sue Smith, who shares her journey to becoming her authentic self and the role therapy played in her transformation. They discuss the struggles with authenticity, the power of unloading ...
Jan 18, 2024•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 25
What connection do you have with creativity? Do you apply out of the box thinking to social situations and your interactions with the world? Welcome to Authentic On Air with Bruce Alexander. I am your host Bruce Alexander. It might get a little weird in the Authentic On Air studio today… At least I hope so, because animator and installation Artist Dan Moyer is here today. I am looking forward to getting a peek into the mind of an artist. Creativity and authenticity are natural bedfellows is far ...
Dec 21, 2023•1 hr 59 min•Ep. 23
Warning!!!! This episode contains detailed accounts of domestic violence that might be triggering of other domestic violence survivors and those currently in situations in which they find themselves unable to escape. If you are someone you know is a current victim of domestic violence please go to: National Domestic Violence Hotline Hours: 24/7. Languages: English, Spanish and 200+ through interpretation service 800-799-7233 Learn more Oklahoma Heartline 2-1-1 Dial 2-1-1 Link straight to Ok Dome...
Dec 14, 2023•2 hr 31 min•Season 1Ep. 22
What is your relationship like with nature? Join me, Bruce Alexander, as I sit down with LoriAnn Wilde. LoriAnn is the Nature Program Coordinator at Prairiewood Forest School in Coyle, Oklahoma. In addition to running the nature school program, she also studies herbalism, leads wildcrafting walks, composes text for the annual Oklahoma Wildcrafting Calendar, homeschools her children, and facilitates Women of the Woods group. Key Topics Explored The value of community and nature Practical reprosit...
Dec 07, 2023•1 hr 28 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Have you ever wondered what the story behind the host is? Well, today is your lucky day because this is a special episode, a podcast takeover by Taylor Doe! Taylor took over the studio to interview me, dig into my story and share vulnerably with my audience. Taylor is a community builder, TEDx speaker and former guest on Authentic on Air. Key Topics Explored Mentorship The most memorable meal I’ve had, what it was and who I enjoyed it with Life after mistakes Where I grew up, how often I moved i...
Nov 30, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 20
Do you have close friends you’ve been through all different seasons of life with? How have those relationships supported you, and you’ve been able to support them? Join me as I sit down with Maralen and LaTresha. They are long-term best friends, mothers, neurodivergent and postcast hosts! Key Topics Explored: Navigating a long-term friendship Late-term ADHD and Austin diagnoses Raising neurodivergent children and advocating for them Watching your best friend endure an abusive relationship Reclai...
Nov 23, 2023•3 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Have you ever come to a fork in the road in your career and struggled to figure out your next move? Welcome to an insightful discussion on navigating career crossroads and embracing authenticity in life. In this episode, your host Bruce Alexander engages in a candid conversation with Tolu Adebekun, a versatile speaker, data analyst, and former semi-pro basketball player currently in a phase he dubs "funemployment." Key topics explored include: Tolu's experience of being made redundant after 12 y...
Nov 16, 2023•1 hr 32 min•Season 1Ep. 18
How has travel impacted your life and shown you different ways of living? Welcome to Authentic on Air with Bruce Alexander, my guest today is Kalyn Armstrong. She travels around the globe with her partner and is a fellow podcast host of “What Do We Call This Podcast?” Join us as we discuss… …Living out of a suitcase to embrace travel …Her 6 month sabbatical from alcohol …Finding community again and again across the world …Overcoming fear to vulnerable in relationships …How sadness is okay, to fe...
Nov 09, 2023•2 hr 48 min•Season 1Ep. 17
