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Awesome with Alison

Hello! I'm Alison, this is my podcast! Feel a little more awesome each time you listen! It’s FUN, silly, and sometimes intense (like me) but with a focus on being able to see ourselves CLEARLY, In all our inherent wholeness and glory, the good AND the bad, the LIGHT and the DARK. Yummmm, let’s mush it all together! Because that’s where the TRUE power likes to nestle!
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Ep. 46: What’s a “new normal”? And tips for adjusting to it!

You might be adjusting to a new normal right now, and not even know it! In this episode we’re talking about how both HUGE and seeming small life changes can cause us to feel totally whack, and then we’re giving you 5 suggestions for adjusting! This insight comes from my experiences suffering pretty severely from post-partum anxiety as well as my experience with learning to adjust to life after being hit by a car. But don’t worry, we still have a good time! And no matter where you’re at in life w...

May 02, 201843 min

Ep. 45: How to be a rock star at making decisions!

Successful people make better decisions. So how do you make better decisions? We’re diving in and showing you! Eric takes the lead this time (watch out he’ll rock your world) and shares 3 tips for making better decisions that he’s learned from some decision-making masters! Have something weighing on your mind? By the end of this episode you’ll be ready to nail that decision so hard people will start singing, “STOP! Hammer time!” when you walk by. Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIK...

Apr 25, 201830 min

Ep. 44: How to overcome crippling self-doubt!

Trying to be your most awesome self can be a freaking rollercoaster! One minute you can be POSITIVE you’re a genius and your world domination is imminent, and then the next you can be struck with crippling self-doubt! So what do you do when you’re so full of doubt you feel paralyzed? LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE!!! We’re talking all about how to ward off that doubt in the first place, as well as what to do when you’re stuck right in the middle of it! Don’t doubt me on this, I’m an expert at doubting m...

Apr 18, 201843 min

Ep. 43: I want more motivation!

Have you ever wanted more energy, passion, or just plain old motivation to do the things you want to do? Or maybe even to just get out of bed?! Then this episode is FOR YOU! We're talking about what "motivation" really means, and asking, "Is that really what you need?" Prepare to get pumped! Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU! If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ Eric's closing song is "Up For ...

Apr 11, 201835 min

Ep. 42: 10 Things We've Learned in 10 Years of Marriage!

It's been 10 freaking years of marriage and boy do we think we know a thing or two!! Ha! No, we know we know nothing, BUT! We are answering your super awesome questions on how we handle keeping the fiery flame of love burning, what to do if you're on a different growth path than your partner, and why I think we need to just all chillax. So grab your loved one and put on something unmentionable and buckle up for a wild episode! Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU! If you have f...

Mar 22, 201858 min

Ep. 41: I Got Hit By a Car pt. 2

In this episode I’m reflecting over the past two months, sharing all the positive, universal life lessons I’ve been able to take from this tough experience—and how I think they’re applicable for you too! I also share something from the ugly side of trauma, that I didn’t realize would happen, in an effort for us all to be more aware. And then we end this puppy with 3 useful tools that you can use when you get hit by any type of “car” in your life! My goal for this episode is that you’re able to l...

Feb 28, 201856 min

Ep. 40: I Got Hit By a Car pt. 1

On December 20, 2017 I was hit by a car while jogging. It’s been two months and I’m feeling well enough to share the details of what happened, and what that experience was like for me. As well as the insights and lessons I’m learning along the way. Being able to share what I’ve learned and what I’m still learning from this difficult experience helps make it more meaningful for me, and I sincerely hope it might help you with a difficult experience, or any type of “hit” that you might have had or ...

Feb 21, 20181 hr 2 min

Ep. 39: How to give the greatest gift: forgiveness!

RUH-ROH! It's the end of the year, and it felt like a really good time to dive deeper into the topic of forgiveness, and what it actually means and doesn't mean. In this episode we're looking at what you can do to forgive yourself and others even when you don't have an apology--and might never get one. Oh I know it sounds SO SERIOUS, but it's also a lot of fun, and can help you in your day-to-day life! We hope you'll forgive us if you don't love this episode as much as we do...HA! Kidding you're...

Dec 19, 201741 min

Ep: 38. Negative Emotion Flip: Stress and Overwhelm

It’s that time of the year! Or rather it’s always the time of year for stress and overwhelm! So we’re back with another negative emotion flip! We’re not talking about things you must DO to combat stress and overwhelm but rather better ways to think about them. Or in other words, we’re taking those negative emotions and flipping them on their head. This time we’re looking at how stress and that feeling of overall panic can give us some very helpful insight. And we’re also sharing some resources w...

Nov 29, 201730 min

Ep. 37: 6 easy ways to make yourself miserable!

Now, in no way do we WANT you to be miserable, but we recently realized there’s lots of simple things we do, every single day, that contribute to unnecessary suffering. So, we are sharing 6 EASY ways that you can make yourself miserable, in the hopes that we can all try to stop doing those things! Or I mean, if you want to be miserable you can keep doing them I guess. Either way they will help you be more self-aware! This episode is sponsored by ME and my awesome new audio courses that will blow...

Nov 15, 201755 min

Ep. 36: Up your game: taking things to the next level!

If you’re not growing you’re dying! That’s why taking things to the next level is critical. So if you’ve got an area of your life that you’re looking to up your game in…get stoked! We’re sharing 7 ideas that will help you get one step closer to WHATEVER your goal is in absolutely any area of your life. They are concrete, awesome, and bound to help you do what you feel called to do. This episode is sponsored by ME and my ab fab new audio courses that will blow your mind. Learn more at alisonsbran...

Nov 02, 201754 min

Ep. 35: How to OWN your life more fully!

Do you want to be the boss of your life? Of course you do. That’s why we’re sharing our definition of “ownership” and how it applies to creating a life you love. We also share 7 ways to own your life more fully and the benefits of ownership in your life. Then we throw some practical application tips at you so you can start reaping the awesomeness of more ownership in your life TODAY. We hope you love it. Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU! If you have found value in this epis...

Oct 26, 201746 min

Ep. 34: The Biggest Secret of Adulthood!

Do you feel like you don’t know what you’re doing? Or that you’re overwhelmed with indecision about something?! Well we are unveiling the BIGGEST secret of adulthood—and it’s going to HELP YOU OUT! Click bait?! HARDLY! But we also spend a healthy amount of time sharing some television shows we are loving that have been helping us cope with adulthood too. And as always we offer a few actionable takeaways like 3 questions you can ask yourself when you’re feeling stuck or disillusioned, and we know...

Oct 19, 201740 min

Ep. 33: Unsung Strengths: Being a Supporter!

Things like hustle, achievement, and action get A LOT of praise, air time, and attention. But today we are singing praises to what we are calling an unsung strength: being a supporter! In this episode we want to hold up a mirror and help you see how AMAZING and needed your supportive qualities are, and show those of you who excel at this just how awesome you are. And for those of you who are like me, and rely heavily on supportive people, we are giving some pointers on how to be more of a cheerl...

Oct 04, 201739 min

Ep. 32: Negative Emotion Flips: Jealousy, Sadness & Hopelessness

This is THE BEST EPISODE EVER! Or I mean, probably like the most helpful episode ever! We are looking at 3 very common, and seemingly negative emotions: jealously, sadness & hopelessness, and examining how these emotions can be used for our good! So we are totally FLIPPING these emotions on their head, and showing how they can help you get clear about the life you want, have more empathy and inspire you to do more of what you love. Yes! It's just that good. If you want to get a free download...

Sep 27, 201733 min

Ep. 31: Freaking forgive yourself already!

Today we are talking about the power of forgiving yourself—and not just from a touchy feely standpoint, but from an it will benefit the world type of view. Forgiving yourself is one of the best ways to stop being so self involved. Don't believe us? Listen up! We share personal experiences we've had from learning to forgive ourselves, and how it has helped us, as well as 3 actionable ways you can get better at forgiving yourself right now! Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU! I...

Sep 20, 201740 min

Ep. 30: How to never waste your time!

Ooooooh boy do I HATE feeling like I'm wasting my time! Nothing gets me frustrated faster, or annoyed quicker than feeling like I'm not using my time wisely! And because this is SUCH a big trigger for negative feelings in my life, I've been working on ways to overcome this--and discovering methods for NEVER feeling like my time is wasted. So I'm sharing my tips and tricks, as well as 3 questions you can ask yourself to help turn every situation into one you can learn from! Gems friends, GEMS! Aw...

Sep 06, 201741 min

Ep. 29: Why meditation isn’t lame and stupid!

Consider this episode a beginner's guide to meditation! Or if you're a meditation master we've got some different ideas for expanding your mind! So whether meditation excites you or the thought of it makes you want to punch a wall, we are sharing how mediation can help you lose weight, reach goals, be a better human and we're also giving you three tips for getting started. It's gold people! You'll also learn how we, as humans, are stimulation junkies and how we can try to combat that in our dail...

Aug 30, 201742 min

Ep. 28: PUMP UP: Why it doesn’t matter that other people are doing what you want to do!

This week we are sharing a PUMP UP with you, and that means this episode is intended to PUMP (clap!) you up! We are breaking down why it doesn't matter if there are other "more talented" people doing or saying what you want to do, and how/why you should bring your gifts to the table! So listen up if you've been hesitating. I also share some more propaganda for self-love, and how we (as just one human) can combat all the hate and hurt happening in the world right now. It's a good one! Be sure to ...

Aug 17, 201734 min

Ep. 27: Teach Me Your Ways: Traits of an Awesome Leader with Mayor John Curtis

Awesome leadership skills can help you in every aspect of life! In your job, as a parent, as a member of the community--the world needs good leaders! We love our local mayor John Curtis, and we are graced with his prestigious presence as he "Teaches us his ways!" and shares things he's learned about leadership as both the mayor of Provo as well as building his multi-million dollar business. He's not your average politician, he's got polka dot socks, and instead of getting all political we get st...

Aug 09, 201751 min

Ep. 26: Teach Me Your Ways: Overcoming obstacles with Craig Faulkner!

Teach me your ways is a new series on the podcast where we interview people who are NAILING something at life! For our first one we're talking to my papa Craig Faulkner and he shares 3 obstacles he's faced in his life (they're gonna surprise you!) and his tips for overcoming them! Prepare to have your mind expanded and to feel way more awesome and inspired than you did before! Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU! If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support ...

Aug 02, 201741 min

Ep. 25: Big Picture Thinking vs. Small Picture thinking

In this episode we are going to blow your mind...well at least TRY to blow your mind from small picture to BIG PICTURE thinking! We're going to outline how small picture thinking can limit us, what some attributes are of both types of thinking, and also share 3 tactical tools you can use TODAY to expand your horizons! We hope you get some good ideas on how to shift your perspective and get where you want to be! Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU! If you have found value in th...

Jul 20, 201743 min

Ep. 24: I'M FREAKING GRATEFUL: A gratitude practice to help you love your life!

This is a special episode that you can use on the daily! We are sharing a gratitude practice that you can implement every day to see real, amazing changes in your life and well-being. It's intended to be used when you're moving your body, but don't fret if you're driving or can't get mobile, just lay back and take a journey in your mind. We hope you use it, love it, and find awesome in it. Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU! If you have found value in this episode, or any oth...

Jul 12, 201716 min

Ep. 23: WHAT IS a gratitude practice?! And how can it change your life?! We'll tell you!

Hold on to your thank you notes! We are spilling all the facts on how insanely impactful a gratitude practice can be in reducing anxiety, depression, and just overall making your life better! We're also giving you details on the gratitude practice we're gifting you in episode 24! So listen up because there's gold in 'dem there hills! Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU! If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/awesome...

Jul 12, 201724 min

Ep. 22: Six ideas to help you snap out of a funk!

Listen to this episode when you're feeling a case of the funks creepin up on ya! OR better yet, listen to it RIGHT THIS SECOND so the next time you just can't seem to find the pep in your step you'll have six, yes SIX, new tools for kickstarting your awesome. Eric and Alison share some of their personal tried and true methods for warding off the blahs. Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU! If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast! https://www....

Jun 29, 201728 min

Ep. 21: How I decide who to do business with, and how it’s applicable to your life!

This episode is all about how to create healthy boundaries to set your relationships up for success! Because if you're not happy in a relationship, that's on you! I'm sharing what has taken me the last 3 years to figure out when it comes to business collaborations, but I think you'll see the parameters I've put in place for myself are applicable to any type of relationship. As always, Eric chimes in and drops the knowledge bombs. We hope listen and feel awesome! Awesome with Alison is supported ...

Jun 21, 201736 min

Ep. 20: A quick thought from #cancerwithcraig

I spent last week in the hospital with my dad who is recovering from a stem cell transplant. While chatting with him he shared an idea with me about service that I absolutely had to share with you! I'm also letting you guys know about his new podcast called Cancer With Craig: Managing Illness as a Project. The first episode is up on iTunes! I hope you check it out and I hope you feel a little more awesome. Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU! If you have found value in this ep...

Jun 08, 201713 min

Ep. 19: Confidence is a muscle, let’s WERK IT OUT!

Yes, you're awesome, but there's probably at least one area in your life where you'd like to boost your confidence! In this episode we are offering confidence building exercises, sharing where we think true confidence comes from, and going down and deep. You're going to love it, and we hope it helps you feel awesome. Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU! If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ Eric'...

Jun 01, 201747 min

Ep. 18: What to do with OPP: Other People’s Problems!

Have you ever been excited to start something or try a new venture, only to get bummed out by the lack of support from loved ones and friends? In this episode we're talking about not letting OPP's--other people's problems--keep you from doing what you know you should! Prepare yourself for a pungent visual. Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU! If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ Eric's closing s...

May 18, 201729 min

Ep. 17: 3 good branding principles that will make your LIFE better!

You don't need to have a business or even be interested in branding to have these 3 principles totally make an impact in your life! Of course if you are interested in building something this will totally be a two for one! But either way these ideas are as true for brands as they are for humans! We hope you try them and feel awesome. Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU! If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/awesomew...

May 11, 201740 min
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