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Mindful with Media

This is the podcast for entrepreneurial moms who want to grow a meaningful, profitable business without sacrificing their other priorities (like spending time with their kids or getting enough sleep). Host Alex Fales—business coach, mindset mentor, and mom—shares honest conversations, simple strategies, and powerful mindset shifts to help you and make money doing work you love and grow as a person while you're at it. Expect solo episodes, authentic chats, and real-life stories that help you blend business strategy with personal growth, so you can build a business that supports your life (not the other way around). Because you don’t need more hustle. You need clarity, confidence, and the courage to do business your way.
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Episodes

63 | 4 Steps to Creating Offers Your Audience Will Actually Buy

As business owners it is easy to create offers that WE like, but that our audience only "kind of likes." In this week's episode I dive into my 4-part process to help you come up with mini offer ideas so you audience will trust you enough to pay you more money. Helpful Links: Your Guide to Creating Mini Offers Episode 62 | The Reason People Aren't Buying Your Offers DM @mindfulwithmedia on Instagram...

Oct 02, 202417 minEp. 63

62 | The Reason People Aren't Buying Your Offers

There are many factors that can help more people sign up for your offers, but the simplest solution I've found is to create a new "mini offer" at least once a month. In this episode I talk about what mini offers are and why they matter. Next week we'll dive into how to come up with mini offer ideas that your audience will love. Helpful Links: Your Guide to Creating Mini Offers DM @mindfulwithmedia on Instagram...

Sep 18, 202423 minEp. 62

61 | The Gap Between Kids' Emotions and Communication // with Hannah Fridley

Hannah Fridley, a mom and children's book author, is passionate about creating safe spaces for kids to express their emotions. In this episode we discuss: Hannah's unique story the why behind her book practical tips for helping kids communicate how they're feeling what allowing emotions looks like in real life (compared to the internet) regulating your own emotions while also helping your kids be willing to share your voice! Helpful Links: I Have Big Feelings book on Amazon @that_author_momma on...

Sep 11, 202431 minEp. 61

60 | A Peek into My Personal Life

My husband spent last week in the hospital, so instead of recording the episode I planned I'm sharing a peek into what's been going on for our family. Join The Serenity

Aug 21, 202428 minEp. 60

59 | 3 Things You Should Do When You're Planning Your Work Week

I'm a nerd about planning. But it has taken me a while to figure out how to effectively plan my work week (because when you have 2 young kids and there are so many unpredictable things about your business it can be hard to plan!) In this episode I share: how to choose how many hours a work to week how to choose when to work designing your ideal work week planning each individual week Secret pre-sale ends August 16th ☺️...

Aug 14, 202434 minEp. 59

58 | Creating a Weekly Routine That Works for You This Fall

School starts next week, which means it is time for me to create a new weekly routine. In this episode I share 9 steps for creating a weekly routine that works for you this fall. Helpful Links: DM @mindfulwithmedia on Instagram Secret Pre-Sale🤐

Aug 07, 202421 minEp. 58

57 | 3 Mistakes Stopping You From Making $1000/Month

I have found a lot of programs and coaches who help you make 6-figures, but I was having a hard time consistently making any amount of money. In this week's episode I share 3 mistakes that might be stopping you from consistently making at least $1000 a month.

Jul 31, 202431 minEp. 57

56 | Why You Should Be Bullet Journaling // with Krista Kirkham

Krista Kirkham is a bullet journal enthusiast: she sells pre-made bullet journals, helps you throw bullet journal parties, and creates custom bullet journals. Listen in to our conversation to learn what is bullet journaling? unique ways to use a bullet journal as a young mom and business owner the role of bullet journals in personal development what it would look like to create a custom bullet journal with Krista Helpful Links: @createdbykristakirky on Instagram createdbykristakirky.com Custom B...

Jul 24, 202437 minEp. 56

55 | What Kind of Imposter Syndrome Do You Have?

In this episode I talk about the 5 types of imposter syndrome and 4 practical things you can do when you experience imposter syndrome. Links Mentioned in this Episode: Episode 15: How to Be Unproductive and Be Okay With It Episode 40: Internalizing Your Inherent Value Kelly Vinton Imposter Syndrome Workbook The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women...

Jul 17, 202440 minEp. 55

54 | Steal My Summer Business Strategy

I am in PLAY mode this summer and I'm intentionally using this season to make an impact and make more money in my business. Tune in to hear the 6 parts of my summer business strategy.

Jul 10, 202416 minEp. 54

52 | Goal Setting for Business Owners // with Meagan Pinckney

Meagan Pinckney is a mom to (almost) 2 and a goals coach for Christian women. In this episode we discuss: why it's important for business owners to spend time working on themselves how to find your personal vision (and why it matters) how to set measurable goals that align with your vision how to use goals to help you progress without becoming so obsessed that they negatively impact you the importance of affirmations when working on your goals how to use your personal vision and goals specifical...

Jun 12, 202439 minEp. 52

51 | 5 Ways to Feel Relaxed While Working Hard

It has taken me years to learn how to feel relaxed while working hard (and seeing results). In this episode I share 5 tips to see the results you want while still feeling calm and relaxed. Related Episodes: Ep. 15 How to Be Unproductive and Be Okay with It Ep. 40 Internalizing Your Inherent Value

May 08, 202434 minEp. 51

50 | Lessons I'm Learning from My Husband's Seizure

This episode is very different than most. In many ways it feels like my life has been turned upside down. I share more about the craziness of this last month along with some lessons I've learned.

May 01, 202436 minEp. 50

49 | The Secret to Making Stress Your Friend // with Meagan Hubbard

Meagan Hubbard is a mom of 4, labor & delivery nurse, and a certified mindfulness trainer and life coach. In this episode we discuss: what mindfulness meditation is (and what it is NOT) practical ways to use mindfulness meditation when you're too busy specific stories about the power of mindfulness meditation what to do when you're doom scrolling: how to let go of shame and get back on track in the moment why you should make stress your friend Helpful Links: TED Talk: How to Make Stress Your...

Apr 24, 202449 minEp. 49

48 | Personalized Content Creation Strategy

LIVE COACHING CALL with Natalie In this coaching call we discuss: you don't need to be on Instagram to grow your business how to spend less time creating content how to overcome perfectionism in your content

Apr 10, 202450 minEp. 48

47 | Continuum of Healthy Balance

There is an overload of information online and social media can make it easy to feel like you're doing everything wrong: parenting, screen time, healthy eating, exercise, sleep, self-care, independent play, time outside, non-toxic cleaners. If I find myself judging myself or judging others it is usually because I have forgotten this concept: there is a wide range of what is considered "healthy" for each of these topics. Listen to this episode to learn more about this concept of the continuum of ...

Apr 03, 202417 minEp. 47

46 | Practical Tips for Busy Moms // with Susanne Gerstmyer

In Susanne Gerstmyer's new book Breaking Free of Busy: A Mum's Guide to Living with Ease and Confidence, she "empowers you to live life at your own pace, feeling calm and grounded even in the busiest of times." In this episode, we talk about the impact of mental and emotional busyness, the six different types of busy modes, and the role of social media in feeling busy. Helpful Links: Breaking Free of Busy by Susanne Gerstmyer SusanneGerstmyer.com...

Mar 27, 202452 minEp. 46

45 | Risk Taking and Building Emotional Resilience in Children // with Stacey

Stacey Sillitoe is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant and a mom to one daughter. In this episode, we talk about why risk-taking is important for kids, how to foster and allow risk-taking in children, what we can learn from children and how they experience the world, how we can help our children to learn how to regulate and develop emotional resilience, and how we can foster a slow childhood in a world that seems to hyper-focus on productivity. Helpful Links: New Zealand's School Without ...

Mar 20, 202456 minEp. 45

44 | Tackling Your Kids' Sleep // with Janell Porter

Janell Porter is a Certified Sleep Specialist who focuses on helping grade school-aged kids sleep. In this episode, we talk about why kids have a hard time falling back asleep on their own, how to balance getting your own needs met while also helping your kids, and how to work together with your husband when you have different approaches to sleep. @thesleepconnection on Instagram

Mar 13, 202452 minEp. 44

43 | Create Content with Ease // with Ally Glover

If you create your own social media content for your business, then this episode is for you. Come learn about a different approach to content creation where we discuss why social media gets a bad rap, how to create content in a way that is fun and inspiring without getting caught up in comparison, where to get content ideas when you feel stuck, and how to be consistent but not robotic in the creation process. @heyallyglover on Instagram Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon Sign Up for a FREE Coa...

Feb 28, 202437 minEp. 43

42 | 9 Tips to Be More Present

I believe being fully present is the key to feeling true happiness. In this episode I share some of the benefits of being present along with 9 practical tips to help you be more fully present. Sign up for a free coaching call The only way for me to explain what I do is for you to experience it. I'd love to chat with you!

Feb 21, 202427 minEp. 42

41 | The Role of Emotions in Mindset Work

If you've ever felt confused or turned off by "mindset work" then this episode is for you. Any time I heard about "shifting your thoughts" or the "power of your mind" I cringed. In today's episode I share 6 things that have helped me understand how to allow all emotions AND use the power of my mind to live a better life.

Feb 14, 202425 minEp. 41

40 | Internalizing Your Inherent Value

It is so easy to subconsciously believe that your value comes from your education, your talents, your productivity, the cleanliness of your home, your obedience, how you look, or so many other things. In this episode I share 5 tools I repeatedly use to internalize the truth that my value is inherent. Sign up for a free coaching call Episode 6: How to Be a Happier Version of Yourself by Spending More Time Outside Episode 15: How to Be Unproductive and Be Okay with It...

Feb 07, 202420 minEp. 40

39 | Be Plucky Not Perfect // with Carrie Jo Bradley

Carrie Jo Bradley is a fitness coach and host of the podcast Plucky Not Perfect. Listen to hear Coach Carrie's insights on using social media to support your fitness journey and her vulnerability on discovering where her worth comes from. carriejobradley.com @carriejobradley on Instagram Plucky Not Perfect Podcast...

Jan 31, 202429 minEp. 39

38 | When Someone Close to You is Struggling

It is hard to know how to navigate supporting people and being empathetic while also enjoying the good parts of your own life. In this episode I share the things I've been learning on what to do when someone close to you is struggling.

Jan 24, 202421 minEp. 38

37 | Make Radical Changes WITHOUT Setting Goals

If you love to change and improve as a person, then this episode is for you. I share 3 things I do to make radical changes WITHOUT setting goals in the typical way. Free Workshop: Made Radical & Powerful Changes the Peaceful Way Amber Smith The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks

Dec 27, 202318 minEp. 37

36 | Talk with Your Kids About Pornography // with Marcie & Alex Calder

The average person is exposed to pornography at 11 years old (and often younger). Talking to your kids about pornography can feel intimidating, but Marcie and Alex Calder provide a wealth of knowledge in this episode making it feel much less scary. Alex is finishing up his PhD in counseling psychology, Marcie is a school psychologist, and they are also parents of young kids. Tune in to learn specific ways to talk to your kids about pornography at every age (starting from when they're a baby!), w...

Dec 20, 202344 minEp. 36

35 | Turn Off the Noise

We live in a time with constant "noise" (social media, podcasts, music, news, books, audiobooks). With all of these voices, it's hard to hear the voice that matters most: your inner voice. Tune in to this week's podcast episode to learn how to turn off the noise and why it matters. The Inside Out: an 8-week program designed to transform your relationship with your phone

Dec 13, 202326 minEp. 35
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