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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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135: Remix: Why it’s ok to be wrong and what’s intellectual humility?!

Ooooh yeah! We are remixing a popular episode (75!) and updating it with an awesome study about intellectual humility! What’s that?! Listen up! You’re gonna love it! And before you snap back, "THERE'S NO WAY I'M WRONG!" Haha, this episode is intended to break your brain open a bit! We're talking about why it feels wrong to be wrong, but how being wrong can lead to so many wonderful things that are right! One huge takeaway from this episode is an exercise asking you to question if you're wrong ab...

Oct 29, 202035 min

Ep. 134: What’s on the inside will come out!

Listen, I know what it’s like to feel at your complete wits end. To have voices from every direction telling you that to feel better and be who you want to be, what you need to do is never give up, change, and just try a little harder. And how that can make you want to cry because you’re already trying as hard as you can! That’s not the point of this episode (or anything I do)! The point of this episode is to help you think about what you actually want to carry each day, what you want to be fill...

Oct 16, 202032 min

133: How to tap into your intuition to feel more clarity and less anxiety with @dariluna_!

Get ready for the exact ideas you need to set yourself FREE!!! YES! Who doesn’t want more clarity and peace right now? I know I need it! And that’s why my friend and the brilliant coach and speaker Dariana Moreina @dariluna_ is here to blow our minds! Dari and I talk about intuition, what it is and why following it is a good thing! And most importantly Dari shares awesome, concrete practices for HOW to freaking do it, even when we feel like we’re living in utter chaos! I love this conversation s...

Oct 07, 20201 hr 14 min

132: How to be bold, colorful & TRUE TO YOU! With @colormecourtney!

One of the most beautiful, inspiring things to witness in life is someone being boldly, beautifully and fully themselves! And that’s EXACTLY what the insanely brilliant and talented Courtney Quinn of @colormecourtney seems to do so effortlessly! She inspires her community of millions to live a life full of color! Here she shares with me some of the lessons and life experiences that helped her learn how to live so incredibly. She’s a TREAT, a legit genius and you will be so freaking inspired to g...

Sep 03, 20201 hr 6 min

131: The Gospel of MOANA!!!

We are doing it! WE ARE DOING IT! I am finally doing the episode of my dreams, and showing you how Moana (yes the Disney movie) can help you answer all of your life’s burning questions! Using this beautiful hero’s journey, I’m going to use examples from Moana to invite you to become more of the hero and conscious creator of your own journey and life. If you’re feeling stuck, unsure, hopeless or just BLEH, I think this episode will give you some direction and inspiration for the steps you can tak...

Aug 12, 20201 hr 2 min

130: Facing your fears, trusting yourself, and why it’s so WORTH IT! with @britbarron

YAY! We’ve got educator, speaker, and author Brit Barron with us today! And baby it’s so so so good! I’m talking to her about her incredible new book Worth It! And holy crap, is this book worth the read! In it Brit shares her story of being boxed in by fears and feeling unable to make the changes she desired, and then helps us learn how she finally decided to leave her old life behind for one that has allowed her to live in her full potential. Brit poses so many good questions that will BLOW YOU...

Jul 29, 20201 hr 12 min

129: How to Feel, Deal, & Heal with therapist and powerhouse @heytiffanyroe

It’s about time I got a licensed therapist on here to help us navigate the barrage of uncomfortable, new, hard and exhausting emotions that are circulating right now! And there’s no better woman for the job than Tiffany Roe! Tiffany is not only an incredible, FUN therapist and owner of Mindful Counseling, she’s also going to open up to us about her journey to becoming a therapist, and what her battle with diet culture and eating disorders has taught her about how to FEEL DEAL and HEAL! Tiffany a...

Jul 16, 20201 hr 1 min

128: Cultivating belonging and self-love even w/ the odds against you w/ Stacey Harkey!

Stacey Harkey is an actor, comedian and all-around GENIUS! And he is showing up BIG to share his light, love and wisdom today! IT IS SO GOOD! Stacey shares his experiences coming to truly love himself, and how he has cultivated a sense of belonging as a proud black and gay man. Stacey is a gifted teacher, speaker and storyteller, and after listening to his life lessons mixed with some bomb.com plant analogies, you will feel empowered, awesome, and ready to be YOU in this crazy world! And possibl...

Jul 01, 20201 hr 16 min

Ep. 127: YOU MATTER a poem and WISDOM! from Darryl Dzapasi

Today I’m sharing with you what might be one of my favorite episodes ever! My new friend and phenomenal poet Darryl Dzpasi is here to share his poem called YOU MATTER. Darryl wrote this poem after learning about the tragic death of George Floyd--he wrote it as a message for himself and the world around him. Darryl beautifully reads his poem (grab your tissues), and then generously talks to me about the experiences of his life that contributed to writing it. I also have Darryl tell me how he got ...

Jun 10, 202055 min

Ep. 126: Alison’s Storytime: Only slightly traumatic childhood memories!

Today I simply want to entertain you and give you a break! So I’m sharing two of my favorite, only slightly traumatic childhood memories! You’ll laugh (maybe not as hard as Eric does…) you’ll possibly cry, but mostly I hope you just get a chance to connect with me, and most importantly connect with yourself. You’re doing a really good job. Keep showing up as YOU, exactly as you are. Here’s my I’m Doing Awesome Journal https://partywithalison.com/products/im-doing-awesome-journal Check out Awesom...

May 20, 202031 min

Ep. 125: What to do when you don’t want to/can’t get out of bed!

This is THE EPISODE for those of you who have a hard time getting out of bed, or for those of you who want to understand a loved one in your life who has a hard time getting out of bed! Whether it’s stemming from a circumstance or from depression, sometimes starting the day can be the biggest battle. I’ve talked to lots of people, as well as gotten EXCELLENT feedback from the Awesome Empire community, to fill this episode with 4 easy steps for when you just can’t seem to get going--as well as do...

May 06, 202043 min

Ep. 124: How’s that new normal going for ya? 5 tips for adjusting with more ease!

One thing we can all agree on is that the world is CHANGED! Each of us has been affected differently during this pandemic, but there is a stark “before COVID-19” for each of us. And as we work on adjusting to “during COVID” and look hopefully towards our “AFTER” we are re-sharing 5 tips that have already helped thousands of people adjust to new normals over the past two years. They are relevant in a whole new light! So no matter where you’re at right now, I know these tips can serve and support ...

Apr 30, 202034 min

Ep. 123: Things to watch, read, and FUN STUFF we’re LOVING right now!

In this episode we’re taking a deep breath and leaning into the art of doing nothing! We’re dissecting why being bored is a good thing, how important it is to create space and fight for alone time, and sharing what we love to do when we get it! Eric and I are dishing on shows, books and hobbies we are loving, and hope it inspires you to find some levity and fun, no matter how dark and dreary things get! I’m Doing Awesome Daily Guided Journal https://partywithalison.com/products/im-doing-awesome-...

Apr 22, 202039 min

Ep. 122: Why capacity isn’t the same as ability (and how to be nicer to yourself) w/ @thebirdspapaya

It’s easy to think that because we have time or the ability to do something, that the only reason we don’t do it is because we’re lazy and the worst! But what if there’s another factor?! (Hint: there is!) In this episode the wildly popular and amazing speaker and self-love advocate Sarah Landry of @thebirdspapaya and I discuss how capacity isn’t the same as ability! Sarah shares the hard lessons that have helped her learn this important distinction! And gives us all 3 concrete ideas for measurin...

Apr 16, 202040 min

Ep. 121: Playing the cards you’ve been dealt!

Listen. I’m not sugarcoating anything here. I’m mad, I’m sad. I’m NOT HAPPY WITH THESE CARDS I’VE BEEN DEALT, and that so many others are being dealt. But in this episode I’m sharing how I’ve been deciding to play these cards, what that means, and how we can all try to move into some awareness right now! No matter when you listen to this, pandemic or not, it will be relevant to what life can deal us, and what we CAN DO ABOUT IT! Want to support us?! THANK YOU! I’m Doing Awesome Daily Guided Jour...

Apr 08, 202027 min

Ep. 120: Building body image resilience through thick and thin with @beauty_redefined!

Watch out! I’m bringing in the big guns when it comes to learning about how we see and treat our bodies! I knew this was SO NEEDED right this minute, and it’s going to be a life-changer for sure! Get ready to let go of shame and have your mind blown! I’ve got one half of the INCREDIBLE PhD touting twin duo that runs the nonprofit Beauty Redefined, Lexie Kite! And Lexie is helping us (and of course I also mean me) work on how to build body image resilience--and learn what that even means! We’ll t...

Apr 02, 20201 hr 3 min

Ep. 119: How to always DO YOUR BEST! The 4 Agreements Read Along Pt. 4!

Does “Do your best!” automatically stress you out? Do you feel overwhelmed and exhausted when you hear that? OR do you feel guilt like you should be pushing harder? Either way we’re going to help you see how your “best” won’t and can’t come from either of these places! We are doing a read along of Don Miguel Ruiz’s The Four Agreements--and the fourth one is: Do Your Best! But we’re breaking down how there’s no stress or shame required! And how truly doing your best will help you become a master ...

Mar 25, 202039 min

Ep. 118: Don’t Make Assumptions (During a pandemic?!): The 4 Agreements Read Along Pt. 3!

HOLY CRAP! The fact that THIS agreement popped up at THIS time is just BANANAS! A pandemic could not be a better, more perfect time to work on not making assumptions! We are doing a read along of Don Miguel Ruiz’s The Four Agreements, and he suggests that making assumptions is one of the main things that causes our sadness and suffering! Eric and I discuss how making assumptions during this time of uncertainty in the world keeps us from connecting and being unified. And I offer you 5 affirmation...

Mar 18, 202042 min

Ep. 117: Don’t take anything personally?!: The 4 Agreements Read Along Pt. 2!

Get ready to get personal, haha, this week as part of our read along we are talking about the life-changing principle of not taking anything personally! AND HOLY CRAP is this one hard! But as Don Miguel Ruiz promises in his book The Four Agreements, “Your sadness will disappear.” If you’re able to master this, so we think it’s at least worth a try! I give you 5 questions I ask myself to help take the personal sting out of things, and how we’re working on and trying to live this agreement! It’s s...

Mar 11, 202036 min

Ep. 116: Being impeccable with your word: The 4 Agreements Read Along Pt. 1!

This is SUCH A TREAT! We are doing our first ever Awesome with Alison READ ALONG! And of course, it had to be one of our favorite books, The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz! YOU WILL LOVE THIS! Now, don’t skip this episode if you haven’t read or don’t plan on reading the book, because you are still going to get SO MUCH! This week we are talking about the first agreement of being impeccable with your word! We share our personal experience with trying to live this, and I give 5 easy tips that h...

Mar 04, 202044 min

Ep. 115: Our greatest epiphanies, what to do if you’re unsure of your purpose, and other FAQs!

We are taking some of the questions we get asked the most and dishing it HOT today! Watch out because we’re holding nothing back, and sometimes the truth hurts! Ha, but really, Eric and I loved doing this, I love the answers we shared, and I know you’ll leave feeling inspired! You’ll also learn at least one tangible step you can take right now to help you with any problem you’re facing! Let’s do it! Get some free bookmarks and join the read along! thealisonshow.com/readalong Get a free trial and...

Feb 26, 202040 min

Ep. 114: Holy crap, I can’t handle this: Navigating the hard stuff!

This episode is really good! There, I SAID IT! But I know it’s so good because I created it after I was dealt a heavy blow, and leaned into inspiration, even in deep saddness, to follow these steps. They flowed to me, and kept me from spiraling even harder into the dark place! I know they will serve you too because I’ve tested them out and gotten feedback on them from my powerful Awesome on Demand group! And I’m just so excited to see what you do with them! We explore your go-to emotions, and I ...

Feb 19, 202045 min

Ep. 113: 5 Lessons I learned from a topless resort about busting out of your comfort zone!

Remember that one time Eric and I went on vacation and accidentally booked a week at a topless party resort?! No? WE DO! Now, a topless Spring-break-like party resort might be your jam--and I applaud you--but it’s nothing like what we’re used to! I learned SO many lessons about BUSTING out of our comfort zone, and I just couldn’t wait to share! I’ve got 5 concrete takeaways for you--and a whole lot of me trying to figure out what to wear! So I know you’ll find something good! Awesome with Alison...

Feb 06, 202048 min

Ep. 112: Do less attract more & how to get out of low, dark places with Gabby Bernstein!

No, it’s fine! DON’T FREAK OUT! I just got to talk to one of my greatest teachers and a woman I ADORE, the 7X New York Times best-selling author, and renowned speaker, Gabby Bernstein! We cover so many important topics in this episode! And I KNOW you’re going to get something good! We talk about Postpartum Anxiety, medication, and how to start feeling better even from the lowest, darkest places. We dive into how to become a Super Attractor and also touch on social media, and an addiction I didn’...

Jan 29, 202053 min

Ep. 111: More vs. Growth: How to stop the disease that’s robbing you of your happiness!

So many of us are chasing goals—achieving them and STILL never feeling satisfied! I started noticing that the need for MORE MORE MORE was masquerading as wanting “growth” in my life—and it was leaving me feeling drained and crappy! So we’re diving into how to root out whether your goals and dreams are rooted in the healthy, empowering place of GROWTH vs the draining need for MORE! It has helped me be braver to try new ideas and helped me be bolder in making decisions! And I know it can do the sa...

Jan 15, 202043 min

Ep. 110: How to create YOUR success story for anything you want to do!

Whether we realize it or not, we are all carrying around beliefs and definitions of success. The real question is...does carrying them REALLY serve us? Is it what we REALLY believe? Or are these definitions and ideas something we picked up along the way and forgot to put down? THAT’S WHAT WE’RE TALKING ABOUT TODAY! As I give you a sneak preview of my Boss Babe Booster that lives in the content vault of my Awesome on Demand coaching program! We will help you uncover your OLD success stories, so t...

Jan 08, 202052 min

Ep. 109: Trauma 101: How to help, what to say, and paths to healing!

Ok! If you’re going through tough stuff, have ever been through tough stuff, OR know someone going through tough stuff (so if you’re a human) this episode IS FOR YOU! And I hope it will be a valuable resource for you! We’re doing a bit of Trauma 101, and sharing what it really is, how to help yourself and others in the middle of it or after it, and giving SO MANY ideas for reaching out to those around you! We are sharing the DO’s and the DO NOT’s and I’ve gathered ideas from lots of people and r...

Dec 18, 201947 min

Ep. 108: How to love your life more without changing A THING!

FRIENDS! I am feeling GOOD! Like awesome! And it’s not because outside circumstances have been booming, breezy or easy! But because of a few simple thought shifts that I’ve really been able to implement! I want you to be able to pick up these good vibes I’m putting down--right now--right this MINUTE! So I’ve got 4 easy tips for how you can love your life more RIGHT NOW--without changing a thing! Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU! If you have found value in this episode, or a...

Dec 11, 201939 min

Ep. 107: Books that have changed my life!

I like to think of books as the BEST kind of medicine to help cure what ails ya! I share about books all the time, but in this episode I’m sharing the books that HAVE CHANGED MY LIFE for the better, and helping you find which of these books can start to change your life too! So you have them all in one place! I hope you reference this time and time again, share it, and get inspired! I also share my tips for becoming more of a reader and how to get more book time in your life with ease! WANT A FR...

Dec 04, 201954 min

Ep. 106: Family Fun Survival Tips!

We are coming at you REMOTE AND LIVE from a fun family-filled holiday week (I’m at my parent’s in Southern California), and I am sharing my TOP TIPS for having LOOOOTS of together time! So whether you’re prepping for the holidays, a Sunday dinner, or honestly just a night out with people you love, I know these 5 quick tips will help you in any social setting you encounter! They’ll help you feel more love, find more understanding and also have more fun! Awesome with Alison is supported by listene...

Nov 27, 201928 min
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