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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. 165: What reality do you choose today?

In this quick episode Alison is giving you a perceptive shift. Which you can return to daily and hourly to live from the truth of your unique greatness. Here's all my events coming up! https://alisonfaulkner.com/events You can order my book! YES MY BOOK! You're Already Awesome https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063075962/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d I will be narrating the audio book! Here it is! https://www.audible.com/pd/Youre-Already-Awesome-Audiobook/B09MDT4Q76?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_locat...

Nov 03, 202225 min

Ep. 164: How to ENJOY life even when... You can't control your kids!

You can order my book! YES MY BOOK! You're Already Awesome https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063075962/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d Here's the Audiobook! https://www.audible.com/pd/Youre-Already-Awesome-Audiobook/B09MDT4Q76?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp&shareTest=TestShare Thank you to our amazing sponsor PINNA! Head to pinna.fm/promo and sign up using promo code ALISON for 50% off your first annual payment. YOU’RE ALREADY AWESOME READ ALONG! https://alisonfaulkner.com/read-along Aw...

Oct 28, 202252 min

Ep. 163: How to ENJOY life even when... you are unfulfilled in your work.

You can order my book! YES MY BOOK! You're Already Awesome https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063075962/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d I will be narrating the audio book! Here it is! https://www.audible.com/pd/Youre-Already-Awesome-Audiobook/B09MDT4Q76?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp&shareTest=TestShare Thank you to our amazing sponsor PINNA! Head to pinna.fm/promo and sign up using promo code ALISON for 50% off your first annual payment. YOU’RE ALREADY AWESOME READ ALONG! https://alison...

Oct 21, 202252 min

Ep. 162: How to ENJOY life even when... it's so different than what you expected!

You can order my book! YES MY BOOK! You're Already Awesome https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063075962/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d I will be narrating the audio book! Here it is! https://www.audible.com/pd/Youre-Already-Awesome-Audiobook/B09MDT4Q76?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp&shareTest=TestShare Thank you to our amazing sponsor PINNA! Head to https://pinna.fm/promo and sign up using promo code ALISON for 50% off your first annual payment. YOU’RE ALREADY AWESOME READ ALONG! https:...

Oct 13, 202243 min

Ep. 161: Feeling like a loser & to all the books i've loved before.

It’s not sparkles and smiles over here all the time. Sometimes we get sad, feel like losers, and then need to talk about it. Thankfully books are our friends and help us journey out of loserland. Here are some of our recent favorites! Alison’s Recommendations The Comeback https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Comeback-Audiobook/B09TV414Q8?asin=B09TV414Q8&source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflow Ace of Shades https://www.audible.com/pd/Ace-of-Shades-Audiobook/B07BDMNGJK?asin...

Sep 01, 202238 min

Ep. 160: Different is good, but also hard.

Why is it so hard and disorienting when things turn out different than we thought? Even when the "thing" is good it can be hard when it turns out different than we expected. You're not alone in feeling this way so join us as we dive in swim around the topics of growth, expectations, and feeling feelings. Its a beautiful ride. You can order my book! YES MY BOOK! You're Already Awesome https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063075962/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d I will be narrating the audio book! Here it is! https:/...

Aug 24, 202240 min

Ep. 159: A short word from Eric and a snippet from "You're Already Awesome"

Alison is too busy being on everybody else's podcasts this week so Eric is flying solo but don't despair! We have an excerpt from the "You're Already Awesome" audiobook to wet your whistles! Have you preordered the book yet? What are you waiting for? https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063075962/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d I will be narrating the audio book! Here it is! https://www.audible.com/pd/Youre-Already-Awesome-Audiobook/B09MDT4Q76?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp&shareTest=TestS...

Aug 12, 202220 min

Ep. 158: “Thinking is difficult that’s why most people judge.”

Let’s get heady shall we! Are we thinking, or are we judging?! What is thinking?! How do you do it? What is judging, is it bad? Why does any of this matter?! Are we human or are we dancer?! But for real. This episode is all about thinking. A thing we all do, but a skill we are never really taught. This quote from Carl Jung “Thinking is difficult that’s why most people judge.” Sparks a conversation about why it’s so easy to judge, and what does it take to really objectively THINK! AND duh, we’ve ...

Jul 20, 202241 min

Ep. 157: Finding your compassionate voice!

In this week‘s episode I’m giving you a sneak peek into my soon-to-be-released book: You’re Already Awesome! I read you a tiny bit from one of my favorite concepts from the book, “The Language of Limits” as well as how I’ve applied the concept of finding my compassionate voice in the last year and a half when in it comes to healing and forgiveness. Get ready to feel a lot better, a have a few new tools for silencing your inner critic! You can pre-order my book! YES MY BOOK! You're Already Awesom...

Jul 14, 202235 min

Ep. 156: 3 QUICK ways to inspire a different mindset!

You’re doing great! You’ve got this! BUT maybe you feel like you’d like to SHIFT THINGS up a bit! Maybe you want less self-doubt, or maybe you need help forgiving yourself or others! Maybe you just need a glimmer of hope! NO MATTER WHAT, we’ve got 3 quick, easy, not-energy-draining, cost-effective (free) ways to inspire a different mindset! The benefits of this will blow your mind! So dive on in with us and let’s do the damn thing! Support the podcast by Joining the Awesome Empire and get exclus...

Jul 07, 202233 min

Ep. 155: Two things that changed everything in how I see myself and others.

Eric is flying solo today while Alison is out gallivanting in Europe. These two visualizations has changed the way I see myself and others in such a life changing way. This episode is short and hopefully sweet and inspired by some ideas from Michael Singer's new book "Living Untethered." His book is highly recommended. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1648480934?tag=onamzthealish-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=1648480934&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.IJLTYIEUCALL Support the podcast and join the Aw...

Jun 22, 202213 min

Ep. 154: The art of being a supporter!

Nobody is ok. Like kind of, right?! But I know we’re all trying our best, yes?! And part of that is supporting the people we love, even when it’s hard or confusing. So Eric and I are sharing 3 Artful Tips for being the type of supporter who would have the song “Wind Beneath My Wings” sung to! You’ll be supporting the crap out of people with ease in no time! And what a beautiful gift that is!!! Join the Awesome Empire and get exclusive access to "Eric's Thoughts." https://www.patreon.com/awesomew...

Jun 16, 202245 min

Ep. 153: Don’t miss your beautiful life!

In this episode I’m feeling grumpy, but decided to still show up because IT’S PART OF MY BEAUTFUL LIFE! So, even if you’re in the messy, crappy ooey-gooey middle, we’ve got some ideas that are EASY THOUGHT SHIFTS! so you DON’T MISS YOUR BEAUTIFUL LIFE! Eric is turning 40! OLD MAN MAGOO! And shares his top 40 life lessons! You’re gonna love it and we love you! Support us and the podcast and join the Awesome Empire: https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ Eric's closing song is "Mother Tree" fr...

Jun 08, 202241 min

Ep. 152: F the Shoulds. Do the Wants. With Tricia Huffman!

Oooh baby! We’ve got a guest for you today!! Tricia and I wrote our books on a really similar timeline and she has been a huge support to me during that rough emotional journey! And you won’t be surprised why when you hear the title of her book: F the Shoulds. Do the Wants. Get Clear On Who You Are, What You Want, and Why You Want It. Tricia in SO MANY easy steps and stories helps you uncover WHAT YOU WANT! What you really really want! She says “Forget what you have been told about what you shou...

May 20, 20221 hr 8 min

Ep. 151: Leave the world better than you found it?! Ok.

Sounds hard, doesn't it?! But have no fear! We've got some easy, doable, concrete ideas here, both to console and inspire! So if it sounds like a good idea to leave the world better than you found it, JUMP ON IN! Alison gets into the deep philosophy to be found in Young Adult novels (eh? eh?) and Eric takes it home with some thoughtful application from Eckart Tolle. You're going to feel so awesome and capable after you listen, you won't even have to TRY to leave the world better than you found i...

May 12, 202246 min

Ep. 150: IT'S ABOUT DAMN TIME! We're BACK!

OH HELLO! We are so excited, after about a YEAR break, to be BACK! Eric and I are sharing some details from the hardest year of our lives, and why I had to step back from, well, everything. Eric has awesome takeaways, and I, Alison have a BOOK TO ANNOUNCE!!!!!!! You can pre-order my book! YES MY BOOK! You're Already Awesome https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063075962/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d I will be narrating the audio book! Here it is! https://www.audible.com/pd/Youre-Already-Awesome-Audiobook/B09MDT4Q7...

May 05, 202255 min

Ep. 149: Trusting your path! Purpose coaching session #5 with Jess!

You loved the first four installments of the series—and I did too! That’s why I’m so excited to bring you the FINAL (for now?!) installment in our Purpose Coaching series! I’m talking about trusting your path with Jess! In this episode you’ll hear me coach this incredible babe, who is facing a lot of change and uncertainty...can anyone relate?! UM YES!Together we explore lots of exercises and ideas to help us all connect to our truest selves. Like following sparks of joy and more! And then I hop...

Apr 29, 202152 min

Ep. 148: Accepting your whole self with love! Purpose coaching session #4: Juana & Stephanie!

If you’re feeling like, “I DON’T EVEN KNOW WHO I AM!” Or if trying on a shirt can tailspin you into a fit of, “But is this ME? WHO IS ME?!” Buckle up! We’re gonna dive into radical self acceptance with this next part of my purpose coaching series!!! Both sessions touch on your idea that we get to be ALL the parts of ourself. And we dive further into illustrating how to acknowledge that the “bad” or “hard” parts of you have served you...and they don’t make you broken or lacking. Both women are in...

Apr 01, 20211 hr 5 min

Ep. 147: Unlocking and unblocking feelings to connect to your purpose w/ Cody & Jay!

Whew! It can be hard to know what we even feel sometimes, right? That’s why unlocking and unblocking our feelings can be critical when it comes to connecting to our purpose and feeling like we can be our awesome selves! And that’s exactly what I do with these two incredible babes Cody & Jay in purpose coaching session #3! They both find themselves reaching for action to keep themselves from having to feel the things they just don’t want—sound familiar?! ME TOO! Both conversations teach heali...

Mar 25, 20211 hr 2 min

Ep: 146: You get to be yourself! Purpose coaching session #2: Kate & Elizabeth!

You loved the first session—and I did too! That’s why I’m so excited to bring you the next installment in our Purpose Coaching series with Elizabeth & Kate! In this episode you’ll hear me coach these two incredible babes, as I help them zero in how to connect to their purpose, and trade some panic for peace! These women might have some polar opposite life situations, but the interviews share a common theme these babes not allowing themselves to be THEM. Kate’s session beautifully teaches the...

Mar 19, 20211 hr 11 min

Ep. 145: What is my purpose and how do I find it!? Purpose coaching session #1: Marissa & Kimi

Welcome one welcome all to an exciting new series on the podcast called Purpose Coaching! In this episode you’ll hear me coach two incredible babes, as I help them zero in how to connect to their purpose, and trade some panic for peace! They are vastly different conversations, but share the overall theme of self acceptance, self love, and your worth being non-negotiable! Listening to other people get coached can open your mind to new solutions, help you feel less alone, and shift your perspectiv...

Mar 11, 20211 hr 8 min

Ep. 144: I Hope This Helps with @nakeiahomer

Social worker turned award-winning songwriter turned inspirational writer, speaker, and mentor Nakeia Homer is here to blow your mind, drop wisdom and propel you into your power! And I could not be more excited! Nakeia shares how she turned a year of pain into a year of healing and her beautiful new book I Hope This Helps. I know her insight will help you feel awesome and empowered to see your own story and find your voice in a new way and own it! Find Nakeia https://nakeiahomer.com Awesome with...

Feb 18, 20211 hr 5 min

Ep. 143: The happy fight for light!

A dramatic poetry reading?! Depression, debilitating anxiety and feeling unable to know what to do say or speak?! A swamp monster?! THIS EPISODE HAS IT ALL. As we continue to navigate difficult times, as we continue to strive to show up brave and true to our inner guidance and power, this episode is what we’ve got! I share a poem of sorts I wrote as well as some ideas for fighting for your light. And honestly, I’d be shocked if you don’t find something helpful and or fun. Let’s do this. We can d...

Jan 21, 202136 min

Ep. 142: How to feel a tiny bit better!

The slight change in your energy when you bump from “desolate” to “sad” or “fine” to “good” MATTERS! This of course, does not mean that we should constantly try to feel AMAZING! But rather that feeling a tiny bit better is a worthwhile endeavor. That “tiny bit” can open our hearts and minds to guidance and solutions! So I am sharing three tips, all very gentle and easy, that I have that I KNOW can guide you in feeling a tiny bit better!! So much love!! Dynamite Deal for Awesome on Demand https:/...

Jan 08, 202130 min

Ep. 141: How to create your dreams & life with joy!

I don’t know about you, but I’m really tired of trying to add more SHOULDS to my life! So I’m not doing it anymore! But I still believe I can build my life and what I dream of with joy! How?! Well what I’ve got for you are 4 mind shifts, thoughts, just quick ideas, that helped me finish my book and create with ease! And I know they can help you do the same with anything you want to create, including a beautiful life! I’m sharing the 4 messages I wrote to keep me centered and inspired on post-it ...

Dec 30, 202038 min

Ep. 140: I can love this moment, no matter what! A practice to tune in!

When we feel good we can start to panic thinking, “This can’t last!” When we feel like crap we think, “This will last forever!” I get it! I do it too! But that’s why learning to love the moment, even if it has pain or suffering, is such a powerful practice! It gives us freedom and confidence to know I CAN LIVE MY LIFE COME WHAT MAY! This episode has a powerful mediation & mindfulness practice, set to music! To help you tune in, and allow the moment to be what it is. It will connect you to yo...

Dec 10, 202032 min

Ep. 139: When it hurts to hope- making plans in an uncertain world

Whether it’s feeling like it’s too hard to keep the faith, or like you’re just not sure how to make plans in an uncertain world, I got you! You’re doing so great! There is joy to be had! Even in the loss, pain, and confusion, joy is waiting for you. I’ve got some quick ideas and exercises to help you access and feel that joy now! Love you! Grab a YEAR OF AWESOME calendar! https://partywithalison.com/products/2021-year-of-awesome-calendar-1 Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU! ...

Dec 03, 202030 min

138: You’re doing better than you think you are!

Ok, this is for those of you who want to believe this, or who feel like you can’t believe this: that you’re doing better than you think you are! And good news: I CAN PROVE IT! If you need to have some weight taken off your shoulders, some breathing room added back into your life, or a sigh of relief! Get cozy! This episode is here to help! Don’t forget to grab your Year of Awesome calendar! https://partywithalison.com/products/2021-year-of-awesome-calendar-1 Awesome with Alison is supported by l...

Nov 19, 202037 min

Ep. 137: Arrange whatever pieces come your way

Have you heard I’m writing a book?!! Well I am! And it has been...let’s just say challenging?! Ha! But this quote from Virginia Woolf has been guiding me, “Arrange whatever pieces come your way.” In this episode I’m sharing how to do that, what it feels like and how it’s going to help you be the person you’ve only ever dreamed of being! Let’s do this! 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.p...

Nov 12, 202033 min

136: How to SHOW UP and live! Even if you have no idea what’s going to happen!

Oh life! Aren’t you fun!! But holy crap if you aren’t also full of so much unknown! So how do we do it? How do we keep showing up? How do we not spontaneously combust? How do we not have panic attacks every hour or lay in bed all day when we have no idea what the future holds? And when we have no idea what’s coming for us? Good question! Here’s what I’ve got so far: 5 quick tools for showing up in uncertainty! I know it will serve you! It’s been helping me! And yes, we don’t know what’s going to...

Nov 05, 202034 min
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