Did you know art CHANGES YOUR BRAIN?! Guys just hang with me for a minute, even if the last time you picked up a crayon was decades ago! I’m talking to my new favorite friend Meri Cherry, owner of the wildly successful and fabulous process art studio in Hollywood, and self-appointed sticker spokesperson. We talk about burnout, tapping into your creativity to heal and deal, and MERI shares her heaps of insight and tools to bring a little more art into your life! You’ll fall in love, have easy ideas to put into practice immediately, and laugh with us! So listen up! Find MERI CHERI INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mericherryla?igsh=MWc5Nm93N29keWxvcQ== BOOK https://amzn.to/48mr7LW THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ME! In collaboration with Craft Lake City’s Letter West event! https://craftlakecity.com/letterwest/ ASK ALISON HERE: https://forms.gle/nq96fe5xsNZKzRvE7 Don’t miss my stuff, or my wit and delight! Sign up for my sporadic love notes newsletter! https://alisonfaulkner.com/opt-in Eric's song: All the Air https://music.apple.com/us/album/all-the-air-feat-emma-reneer/1727557093?i=1727557096 https://open.spotify.com/track/2qom54D5pdYVqJcr8Jq5QX?si=b09dcf8b8b354230

Wham Bam thank you ma’am! This episode is all about continuing to truck on when it feels real hard! I **get** that a lot of my episodes seem to be about that, but can you blame me?! I mean, freaking life! It can get you down, and it’s easy to start believing that our dreams, or our hopes are silly, selfish, and will never come true. So I am sharing my major life shift, a key perspective that I have changed, that has truly changed my entire EVERYTHING! It hasn’t been easy—and I need lots of reminders and learning along the way, HA! But I’m sharing it with you, as I struggle to believe it for myself, but can clearly believe for you! **THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ME! Will you take my LET ME SERVE YOU survey?!!** https://thealisonshow.com/survey ASK ALISON HERE: https://forms.gle/nq96fe5xsNZKzRvE7 Don’t miss my stuff, or my wit and delight! Sign up for my sporadic love notes newsletter! https://alisonfaulkner.com/opt-in Eric's music... track is Invisible Border by Ben Reneer and Eric Michael Robertson https://music.apple.com/us/album/invisible-border- https://open.spotify.com/album/4QE1qYD4FJZWKo9rsRmPww?si=1U_9qBdISvaRGagod402fgsingle/1725225355

In this episode we answer these listener questions & more! ** ”With the new year upon us, I have historically always fretted over setting goals and resolutions. I’ve found as that I have become more “me” and forgiving and loving of myself I have NO desire to set goals or resolutions this year. Do you grapple with this? Thoughts?” ** “I want to do ALL the things! How do I pick one to start with?” ** “How do I grapple with wanting to LIVE and feeling like I need to be more responsible? I’m 26 with 2 babies- nowhere near being able to afford a down payment but possibly able to buy tickets to japan in the next year! I want to do it so bad but feel so stupid for maybe making 32 year old me angry for not buying a house. Is owning a home everything in this life?????????” **This episode is brought to you by ME!** I’ve got a few more Power Hours on the books! GRAB ONE: https://alisonfaulkner.com/power-hour ASK ALISON HERE: https://forms.gle/nq96fe5xsNZKzRvE7 Don’t miss my stuff, or my wit and delight! Sign up for my sporadic love notes newsletter! https://alisonfaulkner.com/opt-in

I thought it would be fun to share a few things, all totally random, that I have bought over the past few years that I absolutely love and think you or someone you love would enjoy! Eric throws in his two cents too! And AND AND I answer my first Ask Alison question!!! It’s a good one so listen up! YAY! SHOP THE LIST HERE: https://amzn.to/3Roq8p2 **This episode is brought to you by ME!** On behalf of Craft Lake City! Check out their Holiday Market happening this week! CRAFT LAKE CITY HOLIDAY MARKET: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy11QkIMFbv/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== ASK ALISON HERE: https://forms.gle/nq96fe5xsNZKzRvE7 Don’t miss my stuff, or my wit and delight! Sign up for my sporadic love notes newsletter! https://alisonfaulkner.com/opt-in Eric's Christmas album: https://music.apple.com/us/album/cozy-christmas/1717554851 https://open.spotify.com/album/0UncN0g1zOvDRpmbp0r6oB?si=5DhkbJllRy2EvJfjdfhi5Q

“Though we can’t change what it is we are noticing. We can change our ability to notice.” - Rick Rubin In this quick episode, Eric and I are sharing a few ideas around changing what you notice! We talk about why that can be hard, but also how shifting out of a survival mode can propel you into your power as a creator! And it’s really fun and good! I talk about Rick Rubins “The Creative Act” https://amzn.to/3GdhBiq Rebecca Yarros Fourth Wing https://amzn.to/3RdnJ0F Episode 24: I’M FREAKING GRATEFUL GRATITUDE PRACTICE https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-alison-show/id1191721368?i=1000389803119 ASK ALISON HERE: https://forms.gle/nq96fe5xsNZKzRvE7 Don’t miss my stuff, or my wit and delight! Sign up for my sporadic love notes newsletter! https://alisonfaulkner.com/opt-in *This episode is brought to you by ME, Alison* Check out FLOWER POWER MAGIC-- a brand spanking-new course that teaches you how to use flowers and floral design to heal, feel and reveal your creative genius! It will empower and entertain you! https://alisonfaulkner.com/flower-power-magic-sp Water colors I love! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FYG3BBV/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_4ZM0YSG2HHHCKXBSMY6N?linkCode=ml1&tag=thealisho-20 Eric's christmas album: https://music.apple.com/us/album/cozy-christmas/1717554851

Here’s the problem with being a human, we all have feelings, and big emotions, as well as small emotions—and most of us have no idea what to do with them! If you’re like me, you were raised by the baby boomer generation, who was taught that you shut down those feelings and shut up about them, and that didn’t really work, did it? Luckily, Alyssa has a fantastic new book that is going to help us not only learn how to understand and regulate our own emotions, but help us do that with the next generation as well! It’s called “Tiny Humans Big Emotions!” I cannot emphasize enough how important I think this perspective and work is and I am so grateful to Alyssa from @seed.and.sew for creating and sharing it! Find her book here: https://amzn.to/3R2hw7H Follow her socials here: https://instagram.com/seed.and.sew?igshid=MzMyNGUyNmU2YQ== ASK ALISON HERE: https://forms.gle/nq96fe5xsNZKzRvE7 CRAFT LAKE CITY HOLIDAY MARKET: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy11QkIMFbv/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Don’t miss my stuff, or my wit and delight! Sign up for my sporadic love notes newsletter! https://alisonfaulkner.com/opt-in You can find Eric's music at http://ericmichaelrobertson.com

Holy freaking crap, you read that right, Eric and I get to talk to Bob and his daughter Erin Odenkirk about their new book of illustrated silly poetry: ZILOT! Bob, yes from Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, and so many other incredible projects, shares his wisdom from a lifetime of creative work, and how to pivot and grow along the way. Erin drops truth bombs of wisdom and shares how she’s learned to release her art into the world, and in general we have one hell of an insightful and delightful time! *This episode is brought to you by ME, Alison* Check out FLOWER POWER MAGIC-- a brand spanking-new course that teaches you how to use flowers and floral design to heal, feel and reveal your creative genius! It will empower and entertain you! https://thealisonshow.com/flower-power-magic-sp Find Bob and Erin Odenkirk’s book Zilot RIGHT HERE! https://a.co/d/5aJK4gF Thanks to my main man Pleasant Pictures, you can find his music here: Don’t miss my stuff, or my wit and delight! Sign up for my sporadic love notes newsletter! https://thealisonshow.com/opt-in Eric's song from this episode can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oBN2dqiPHvM&t=771s

Hello my lovers! I have missed you dearly! And I am so freaking excited to be BACK at the podcast with some new gusto! Did you notice the name change? The song update? OOOOH we are getting spicy! In this episode I’m sharing my new vision for the podcast going forward, and sharing some ideas about taking inspired action! Get on in here, we need you! *This episode is brought to you by ME, ALISON!* I’VE GOT a birthday blowout sale coming up! And I want you to get all my goodies for the cheapest they have ever been, ever, for my 40th birthday! So show me some love??? It’s for 24 hours on NOV. 10…my birthday! GET THE NOTIFIED WHEN IT’S LIVE! https://alisonfaulkner.com/opt-in ASK ALISON! Submit a question here: https://forms.gle/nq96fe5xsNZKzRvE7 Thanks to my main man Pleasant Pictures, you can find his music here: http://pleasantpictures.club or http://ericmichaelrobertson.com

You can declutter your junk drawer, you can declutter your refrigerator! But how do you declutter a role? Or a relationship? How do we declutter what’s in our head—so that what we really care about is easier to find? Good questions!!! And we’ve got the best woman for the job to help us answer! This week I’m talking to my friend Rachel Nielson from the popular podcast 3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms! She’s sharing 3 doable ways to declutter your brain, so you can pump more of the good stuff in! Find Rachel’s course here: USE CODE ALISON https://3in30podcast.com/declutter/?fbclid=PAAabmroRBydXfeAWEEu_tihOpN8defNYWuH1avXK1XV0-ChZkbkf8shYkYXs Want to work with me?! Check out my new offering! 90 Days to GET IT GOING! https://alisonfaulkner.com/90-day-get-going Eric's closing song is "Everything is Gonna Be Ok" Links: https://linkin.bio/skylightchillmusic?fbclid=PAAabRaCgnFqQZpgCr-6y5rF3VvtLG-jNiM07SuRnkFj-a__fLtfcAkEFfivs

No matter WHAT happens in this crazy world, we have access to our inner world! It can be a place of peace or panic. It can be somewhere we retreat and hide or a place of comfort! It can both or all or none! So the question is: what’s your inner world like? How are you doing IN THERE?! And also what does this even mean?! Eric and I are exploring this idea, what it means to us, and why cultivating a rich inner world actually makes the whole world better! We’ve got 6 actionable ideas and a whole lotta love! Eric's closing song is from his new podcast "The Men Who Love God" which you can listen to or watch here! https://linkin.bio/menwholovegod?fbclid=PAAaYy8TZT5J-cIjqbzgZv49VAzllwq4DGh-eAxnJppDVQ5V5xWOc6HGaWBno

Anger! Such a fun emotion! Well, I mean it’s fun for people who like to get mad, but for people who feel like anger is something to be fixed, corrected or avoided…it’s not that fun, right? But there’s a lot of anger in this world! And it doesn’t look like it’s going away, so what are we going to do about it? Or rather what do we do with our anger?! What can we do? In this episode, I am sharing several years worth of observations about learning to embrace and work with my anger, why it’s a very necessary thing for every human person! I’m sharing some resources that have been really really helpful for me! I hope you enjoy! I hope it helps you feel peace (or rage?!) and I read an angry poem I wrote as well! Such fun! I’m sending you all the love! Taming the Tiger Within - essay https://www.audible.com/pd/B07CTWKRZ1?source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=player_overflow WANT A FREE AUDIO BOOK?! http://audibletrial.com/awesomewithalison Also get my book!!! There’s a chapter about feeling your feelings you’ll love! https://www.audible.com/pd/B09MDT4Q76?source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflow Eric's new podcast! https://linkin.bio/menwholovegod?fbclid=PAAaYy8TZT5J-cIjqbzgZv49VAzllwq4DGh-eAxnJppDVQ5V5xWOc6HGaWBno

174: 15 observations from 15 years of marriage! Well LA TI DA! We’ve been married for 15 years! And in the grand tradition of this podcast—that we’ve been doing for about five of those 15 years—we are sharing some of our insights and observations from being married for a freaking long time😂. Whether you’re in a committed relationship or not, whether you are looking to connect with friends and family more, or just looking for how to be more true to yourself as you interact with other people…these 15 observations are going to be really helpful! And fun! WEEEE! We’re so grateful to be able to share these insights, and mostly so grateful that we get to experience this life together. Both with each other, and with you! All the love friends! COME TO MY DRAMATIC DISCOURSE, Shift happens! https://www.tickettailor.com/events/alisonfaulkner/879350 WANT A FREE AUDIO BOOK?! http://audibletrial.com/awesomewithalison Might I suggest THIS BOOK?! https://www.audible.com/pd/B09MDT4Q76?source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflow Eric's new podcast! https://linkin.bio/menwholovegod?fbclid=PAAaYy8TZT5J-cIjqbzgZv49VAzllwq4DGh-eAxnJppDVQ5V5xWOc6HGaWBno Eric's closing song is "Be Grateful For What Is" It will be on an upcoming album.

Nakeia and I are basically solving all of life’s problems in one convo! 😂 So join in!!! We talk about the happiness and peace to be found in the process, even though that can sound annoying! So, listen up because this gets GOOOOOOD! From how to follow your intuition, to trusting yourself, we get into the how tos as well as how these “how tos” can be hard! Nakeia Homer is a well-being educator and self-healing guide, poet, and FRIEND who has created meditation practices for many of the world's leading meditation apps! We are so honored to get the gift of her words! If you missed my love Nakeia our first go around, be sure to check out the first episode I did with her here: https://alisonfaulkner.com/power-hour https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/awesome-with-alison/id1191721368?i=1000509724816 And also find her here! https://nakeiahomer.com In this episode we mention these things!!! AWESOME ON DEMAND currently $50 off! https://aod.thealisonshow.com I’m doing awesome gratitude journal! Get 20% off with code: KISS https://partywithalison.com/products/im-doing-awesome-journal Sign up for my newsletter! https://alisonfaulkner.com/opt-in Eric's closing song is "Love is All Around" from his Mother Tree album. https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/ericmichaelrobertson/mother-tree

Feeling burned out?! Feeling overwhelmed?! Or feeling BLEH?! Let’s get BACK TO BASICS!!! We are keeping it easy and breezy this episode! And we’ve got 5 “basics” to come back to—when you want to FEEL YOUR AWESOMENESS! In this episode we mention these things!!! YEAR OF AWESOME CALENDAR ($5 off!) https://partywithalison.com/products/2023-year-of-awesome-calendar-pdf-digital-download AWESOME ON DEMAND currently $50 off! https://aod.thealisonshow.com I’m doing awesome gratitude journal! Get 20% off with code: KISS https://partywithalison.com/products/im-doing-awesome-journal JOIN ME FOR MANIFESTING MAGIC on Jan 28! https://simply-sadie-jane.com/pages/manifesting-magic?ref=NqEH_IkqCDo5dO Sign up for my newsletter! https://alisonfaulkner.com/opt-in Eric closing track is "Bit Map" from his band New Shack. https://open.spotify.com/album/3fvoBIGU2twMqUjhd3jFFB?si=RsqgBkiQTlC3CyXlaKQngg

Alison and Eric talk about how to not sleep on yourself because you are amazing and unique and little steps can lead to you awakening to your awesome! Awesome On Demand - Feel Good Audio Use code: PERFECT for a discount that will end on Jan. 31! https://aod.thealisonshow.com/ You can order my book! You're Already Awesome https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063075962/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d I narrate the audio book! Here it is! https://www.audible.com/pd/Youre-Already-Awesome-Audiobook/B09MDT4Q76?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp&shareTest=TestShare Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU!  If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast and get exclusive access to “Eric’s Thoughts.” https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison Eric’s closing song is “Something” from his stock music library Pleasant Pictures Music Club. https://pleasantpictures.club

Alison and Eric discuss some small things they are trying in their lives that are making big impacts. Eric has worn the same shirt multiple days in a row. Awesome on Demand is being revamped and is better than ever! 
Awesome On Demand - Feel Good Audio https://aod.thealisonshow.com/ You can order my book! You're Already Awesome https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063075962/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d I narrate 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. Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU!  If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast and get exclusive access to “Eric’s Thoughts.” https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison Eric’s closing song is “New World Largo” from his new album Morning in the Cathedral. https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/ericmichaelrobertson/morning-in-the-cathedral

Best Year Ever Worksheet! https://www.sendspace.com/pro/dl/f7sgwk Reclaim your inner power in just an hour! Book a one on one session with me! https://alisonfaulkner.com/power-hour You can order my book! You're Already Awesome https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063075962/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d I narrate 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. Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU!  If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast and get exclusive access to “Eric’s Thoughts.” https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison Eric’s closing song is “Night Moon Meadow” from his new album Morning in the Cathedral. https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/ericmichaelrobertson/morning-in-the-cathedral

Reclaim your inner power in just an hour! Book a one on one session with me! https://alisonfaulkner.com/power-hour 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 narrate 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. Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU!  If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast and get exclusive access to “Eric’s Thoughts.” https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison Eric’s closing song is “To All My Crushes From Hidden Oaks” from his new album NOSTALGIA. https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/ericmichaelrobertson/nostalgia You can watch the full album with visuals here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Mkd7E9x-lM&t=1091s

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 narrate 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. Come see us in Atlanta and Nashville! https://alisonfaulkner.com/events Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU!  If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast and get exclusive access to “Eric’s Thoughts.” https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison Eric’s closing song is “Snowstorm on Halloween” from his new album NOSTALGIA. https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/ericmichaelrobertson/nostalgia You can watch the full album with visuals here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Mkd7E9x-lM&t=1091s

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 narrate 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. Come see us in Atlanta and Nashville! https://alisonfaulkner.com/events Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU!  If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast and get exclusive access to “Eric’s Thoughts.” https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison Eric’s closing song is “I Made a New Friend Today” from his new album NOSTALGIA. https://ericmichaelrobertson.com

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_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 Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU!  If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast and get exclusive access to “Eric’s Thoughts.” https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison Eric’s closing song is “Mom and Dad Did a Good Job” from his new album NOSTALGIA. https://ericmichaelrobertson.com

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 Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU!  If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast and get exclusive access to “Eric’s Thoughts.” https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison Eric’s closing song is “Mom and Dad Did a Good Job” from his new album NOSTALGIA. https://ericmichaelrobertson.com Links from the show: https://www.instagram.com/p/CkE5VjrvxuY/?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY%3D https://www.instagram.com/p/CkHl0CNNGf0/?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY%3D https://www.instagram.com/p/CjqK6oJrB7N/?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY%3D https://www.instagram.com/p/Cj_P9flpkaK/?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY%3D

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://alisonfaulkner.com/read-along Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU!  If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast and get exclusive access to “Eric’s Thoughts.” https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison Eric’s closing song is “Childhood Best Friend Joel Larson (1981-2012)” from his new album NOSTALGIA. https://ericmichaelrobertson.com Check out Richie Norton’s books and all his amazing wisdom! https://richienorton.com/

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://alisonfaulkner.com/read-along Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU!  If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast and get exclusive access to “Eric’s Thoughts.” https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison Eric’s closing song is “Childhood Best Friend Joel Larson (1981-2012)” from his new album NOSTALGIA. https://ericmichaelrobertson.com

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=B07BDMNGJK&source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflow Seatmate https://www.audible.com/pd/Seatmate-Audiobook/B09V3FZKGH?asin=B09V3FZKGH&source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflow Call Me Maybe https://www.audible.com/pd/Call-Me-Maybe-Audiobook/B08CMB2WMV?asin=B08CMB2WMV&source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflow Sweet Talk https://www.audible.com/pd/Sweet-Talk-Audiobook/B08YH4N5DY?asin=B08YH4N5DY&source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflow A Court of Thorns and Roses https://www.audible.com/pd/A-Court-of-Thorns-and-Roses-Audiobook/B00WRHY15Y?asin=B00WRHY15Y&source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflow Finding Me https://www.audible.com/pd/Finding-Me-Audiobook/B09F4X96MC?asin=B09F4X96MC&source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflow The Dark Side of the Light Chasers https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Dark-Side-of-the-Light-Chasers-Audiobook/B007KSNDLI?asin=B007KSNDLI&source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflow Eric’s Recommendations Shadow Divers https://www.audible.com/pd/Shadow-Divers-Audiobook/B002V57VVS?asin=B002V57VVS&source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=pdp Endurance https://www.audible.com/pd/Endurance-Audiobook/B002V9ZA6C?asin=B002V9ZA6C&source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=pdp Into Thin Air https://www.audible.com/pd/Into-Thin-Air-Audiobook/B002V0QF9M?asin=B002V0QF9M&source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=pdp 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 Take my quiz to unlock your magic! https://alisonfaulkner.com/quiz Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU!  If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast and get exclusive access to “Eric’s Thoughts.” https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison Eric’s closing song is “Dynamite” from the soundtrack he scored to this awesome movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13848128/?ref_=ttfc_fc_tt

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://www.audible.com/pd/Youre-Already-Awesome-Audiobook/B09MDT4Q76?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp&shareTest=TestShare Take my quiz to unlock your magic! https://alisonfaulkner.com/quiz Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU!  If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast and get exclusive access to “Eric’s Thoughts.” https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison Eric’s closing song is “Night Moon Meadow” from his new album, Morning in the Cathedral. https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/ericmichaelrobertson/morning-in-the-cathedral

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=TestShare If you wanna support this podcast please consider joining our patreon to get exclusive access to Eric's thoughts! Are they fun? Are they scary? You'll never know unless you join! https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison Eric's closing song is "Ginger" from his new LOFI CHILLHOP Collection at his stock music library https://pleasantpictures.club

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 got 3 tools to build your thinking muscles. So let’s get to it!!! Grab a ticket to my book launch event! https://www.tickettailor.com/events/alisonfaulkner/732918 Drawing On The Right Side Of Your Brain: https://www.amazon.com/Drawing-Right-Side-Brain-Definitive/dp/1585429201/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=27Z55P7ANF2ZA&keywords=drawing+on+the+right+side+of+the+brain&qid=1658350910&sprefix=drawing+on+%2Caps%2C147&sr=8-1 You can support us by joining our Patreon and getting exclusive access to "Eric's Thoughts" https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison Eric's closing song is: Neckbreaker from his stock music library // https://pleasantpictures.club Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off

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 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 Support us at https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison and get exclusive access to "Eric's Thoughts" Eric's closing song is "New World Largo" from his upcoming album "Morning in the Cathedral"

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 exclusive access to Eric's Thoughts here: https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison Books mentioned: Loving What Is :: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1400045371?tag=onamzthealish-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=1400045371&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.IJLTYIEUCALL The Artist's Way :: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0143129252?tag=onamzthealish-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=0143129252&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.IJLTYIEUCALL Eric's closing song is "Angelica" from his album Morning in the Cathedral. You can use this song and thousands more from his stock music library Pleasant Pictures Music Club Use code AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off https://pleasantpictures.club

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 Awesome Empire and get access to "Eric's Thoughts." https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison Eric's closing song is "The Open Heart" from his Mother Tree album. You can listen here: https://open.spotify.com/album/2wIVyftqAMROuBLxF5eGaK?si=JvSEWg3QT_mbso-hrBKsNg https://music.apple.com/us/album/mother-tree/1580864224

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/awesomewithalison Eric's closing song is "Flan" from his stock music library Pleasant Pictures Music Club. https://pleasantpictures.club Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off!

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" from his album Mother Tree. You can stream his album here: https://music.apple.com/us/album/mother-tree/1580864224 or https://open.spotify.com/album/2wIVyftqAMROuBLxF5eGaK?si=YtCYEwN7RaKbr8c9qP7Mog

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 should do or should be and instead ask yourself, “What do I want?” You have no idea how much the shoulds are running your life, holding you back, and making you question your worth on a daily basis.” COME ON NOW! You’re going to love this episode! So let’s all stop shoulding all over ourselves and listen up! BUY TRICIA’S BOOK! https://yourjoyologist.com/book/ CHECK OUT HER IG! https://instagram.com/_triciahuffman?igshid=NmZiMzY2Mjc= 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/B09MDT4Q76?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp&shareTest=TestShare We are hoping to make Awesome with Alison supported by listeners LIKE YOU! If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ Other links: The Artist's Way https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/0143129252/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1653063375&sr=8-1 Hardcore Zen https://www.amazon.com/Hardcore-Zen-Monster-Movies-Reality/dp/1614293163 We love you and we are so grateful you are here! Eric's closing song is "Pressure" from the Grip Hop Collection of his stock music library Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off https://pleasantpictures.club

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 it, you just WILL! And we're so excited for you! WE love you, and we're so grateful you're here! 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/B09MDT4Q76?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp&shareTest=TestShare 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/ Thank you thank you! We can't do this without YOU. Here are some other links from this episode: A Court of Thorn and Roses Series by Sarah J. Mass https://www.amazon.com/dp/1526630788/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d Eckhart Tolle The Power of Now https://www.amazon.com/dp/1577314808/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ The movie About Time, streaming on Netflix for now I think?! Eric's closing song is "Intentions" from the HOT HITS Vol. 1 Collection at his https://pleasantpictures.club -- Use AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off the raddest music to us in your own videos!

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/B09MDT4Q76?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp&shareTest=TestShare We are hoping to make Awesome with Alison supported by listeners LIKE YOU! If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ We love you and we are so grateful you are here! Other links from this episode: Elizabeth Gilbert: The Curiosity Driven Life https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ZdvLwc7V7BUntW2GuTKe4?si=NyaC9YsCQOCC3MuW6DZq5g C.S. Lewis: The Great Divorce https://www.amazon.com/dp/0060652950/?coliid=I196SFM7M5KT71&colid=1RP45AQ1WLLS1&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it Eric's closing song is "Navigating by the Stars" from his album Mother Tree. https://open.spotify.com/album/2wIVyftqAMROuBLxF5eGaK?si=V3OzdXRuTKuYGt9W-sf7AA https://music.apple.com/us/album/mother-tree/1580864224

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 in to share what I’ve been learning about trusting myself and some of my recent challenges as well. Want more guidance?! Get my FREE mini course: https://thealisonshow.com/connect-to-your-purpose/ Ready to create REAL CHANGE & implement practices to support your flow!? Join Awesome on Demand here! https://aod.thealisonshow.com 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 "Interstellar" from his stock music library, Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off! https://pleasantpictures.club

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 a place of new, increased capacity and are being invited to flex new muscles, and level up their self acceptance. I know I for one, can totally relate! And I know you’ll be able to too! Want more guidance?! Get my FREE mini course: https://thealisonshow.com/connect-to-your-purpose/ Ready to create REAL CHANGE & implement practices to support your flow!? Join Awesome on Demand here! https://aod.thealisonshow.com 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 "Binary Spring" from his stock music library, Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off! https://pleasantpictures.club

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 healing, processing, and how to create practices to help the feelings flow! I know you’re going to get a lot out of it and love both just like I did! Listening to other people get coached can open your mind to new solutions, help you feel less alone, and shift your perspective to see your life in a whole new light! I’m so excited to share this with you! Want more guidance?! Get my FREE mini course: https://thealisonshow.com/connect-to-your-purpose/ Ready to create REAL CHANGE & implement practices to support your flow!? Join Awesome on Demand here! https://aod.thealisonshow.com 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 "Kid Script" from his stock music library, Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off! https://pleasantpictures.club

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 concept of you get to be both, and Elizabeth’s dives deep on giving yourself permission to be you and express that. So I know you’re going to get a lot out of and love both just like I did! Listening to other people get coached can open your mind to new solutions, help you feel less alone, and shift your perspective to see your life in a whole new light! I’m so excited to share this with you! Want more guidance?! Get my FREE mini course: https://thealisonshow.com/connect-to-your-purpose/ Ready to create REAL CHANGE & implement practices to support your flow!? Join Awesome on Demand here! https://aod.thealisonshow.com 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 "Bright Days Ahead" from his stock music library Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off! https://pleasantpictures.club

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 perspective to see your life in a whole new light! I’m so excited to share this with you! Want more guidance?! Get my FREE mini course: https://thealisonshow.com/connect-to-your-purpose/ Ready to create REAL CHANGE & implement practices to support your flow!? Join Awesome on Demand here! https://aod.thealisonshow.com Eric's closing song is "Springtime" from his stock music library Pleasant Pictures Music Club. If you want to use that song in your videos head to https://pleasantpictures.club and use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off!

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 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 Balihoodoo from his stock music library Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off! https://pleasantpictures.club

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 do this. Let’s keeping fighting for the light! Meditations, courses and tools for owning your light: https://aod.thealisonshow.com 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 "Time and Space" from his library Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off https://pleasantpictures.club

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://aod.thealisonshow.com/ 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 "Anna" from his stock music library Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off https://pleasantpictures.club

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 notes I kept above my desk, and what they meant to me! As well as why I think they will inspire and focus you too! Let’s do it! CALENDAR!!! https://partywithalison.com/products/2021-year-of-awesome-calendar-1 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 from his stock music library Pleasant Pictures Music Club https://pleasantpictures.club Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off

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 your inner power and strength! Buckle up! Check out Awesome on Demand https://aod.thealisonshow.com/ 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 "Phone Booth" from the dopest stock music library in the galaxy, Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off! https://pleasantpictures.club

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! If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ Eric's closing is currently untitled but you can get the raddest music for you videos at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. https://pleasantpictures.club Use code AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off!

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 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 "Moon Over Forest Lake" from the dopest stock music library in the world... Pleasant Pictures Music Club Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off! https://pleasantpictures.club

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.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ Eric's closing song is "On Your Mind," from his Pleasant Pictures Music Club. You make videos. We make dope music. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off! https://pleasantpictures.club

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 happen...but we know how we want to show up! In this episode I quickly break down some ideas for HOW to do it! Let’s go! Show UP for 2021 with my Year of Awesome calendar on sale now! https://partywithalison.com/products/2021-year-of-awesome-calendar-1 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 "Phone Book" from the dopest stock music library ever... Pleasant Pictures Music Club Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off! https://pleasantpictures.club

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 about yourself, what you can do and what you are capable of! And not in the, "You can't do it..." way, but in the, "But what if you can?!" So go on a philosophical journey through time and space with us and see if you can't find some solutions or a little bit of awesome in thinking about your current life shtuff in a new way! I hope you love it! Article referenced! https://today.duke.edu/2017/03/modest-personality-trait-intellectual-humility-packs-punch 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 "Morning of the First Snow" from his stock music library Pleasant Pictures Music Club Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off! https://pleasantpictures.club

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 filled with, and to give you a few simple ideas for how to do it! So you can feel a little more awesome than you did before. Not worse! Just a tiny bit better, possibly! Give it a try! You’re doing a really good job! YOUR FREE JOURNAL EXERCISE: https://thealisonshow.com/feelsgood/ 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 "Cascade Springs" from the brand new AUTUMN MORNING Collection at his incredible stock music library Pleasant Pictures Music Club. https://pleasantpictures.club Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off and start creating today!

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 so much. I’m honored to get to share it! Share it with your soul, your loved ones, and surrender to your glorious flow! Find Dari online and give her love here: https://www.instagram.com/dariluna_/ Grab one of my She Can’t Be Stopped shirts here! https://partywithalison.com/ 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 "Alpine Autumn" from the raddest stock music library ever: Pleasant Pictures Music Club // https://pleasantpictures.club Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off

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 get out there and do YOU! Learn even more from Courtney Quinn! She’s featured in my Social Media FIRE SALE! It’s happening now for a limited time! https://alisonsbrandschool.com/fire-sale Find Courtney online and share the love! https://www.instagram.com/colormecourtney/ 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 "Party Picnic" from the DANCE PARTY Collection at his stock music library Pleasant Pictures Music Club. https://pleasantpictures.club Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off!

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 take next! Make way, make way! The episode is sponsored by Shine Cosmetics! Get my custom lip gloss AWESOME here: https://shinecosmetics.com/products/awesome-by-the-alison-show Use the code ALISON to save!!! Find more empowering goodness here: https://www.instagram.com/shinecosmetics/ 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 "Hawaii" from the World Guitar Collection at his incredible music library Pleasant Pictures Music Club. https://pleasantpictures.club Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off and start making the best videos ever!

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 YOUR MIND and help tune you in to how to trust yourself more, and face those fears! Brit’s leading by example showing you that hard work to do so is so WORTH IT! Get Brit’s Book! https://tinyurl.com/y69yxb9c Follow Brit on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/britbarron/ Snatch up my I’m Doing Awesome Journal https://partywithalison.com/products/im-doing-awesome-journal 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 "OUR TIME" from the dopest music library ever... Pleasant Pictures Music Club. https://pleasantpictures.club Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off for life!

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 also shares a Feel, Deal, Heal mindfulness practice with us! We used some of Eric’s music and it’s SO GOOD! So come back to it time and time again! Follow Tiffany on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/heytiffanyroe/ Check out her Feel, Deal Heal subscription https://tiffanyroemerch.com/ 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 "Nobody Else" from the brand new collection LOFI Hip Hop at Pleasant Pictures Music Club https://pleasantpictures.club Get access to the dopest music ever by going to pleasantpictures.club and using code : AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off!!!

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 possibly get a new house plant! 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/ I know you're loving the music at the end of the podcasts! You can have access to use all of these and so many more by becoming a member of Pleasant Pictures Music Club! You will have the raddest music for: youtube / instagram / podcasts / ads / films / anything! Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off! https://pleasantpictures.club

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 to be so WISE and DEEP! You’ll get actionable takeaways for self-love, compassion, and navigating difficult emotions, as well as deep insight and perspective from Darryl’s unique experiences, which I know is so needed right now. I’m so excited to share this with you! Follow Darryl on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/darryldzapasi/ Find the words of Darryl’s YOU MATTER poem here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CBCVpPAgxoR/ The meditation practice Darryl references here: https://tinyurl.com/ya9l7gdk 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 "How Does It Feel" from the amazing INDIE DANCE POP Collection at his amazing Stock Music Library, Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off The whole library for a limited time is only $99/yr https://pleasantpictures.club

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 Awesome on Demand https://aod.thealisonshow.com/ 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 "Ready for Change" from his incredible stock music library loaded with songs to use in your podcasts/youtube/instagram/ads/films/whatever! For a limited time get the whole library for $99/yr! Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for additional 20% off! https://pleasantpictures.club

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 dozens of ideas for how to get a little spark! I hope this serves you, helps you understand someone you love, and gives you ideas of how to take action with love and acceptance! Join the Journal-a-thon and mini course for overcoming overwhelm! https://thealisonshow.com/journalathon/ Here’s my I’m Doing Awesome Journal https://partywithalison.com/products/im-doing-awesome-journal 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 "We Thank You" from the dopest stock music library to ever exist, Pleasant Pictures Music Club. https://pleasantpictures.club Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off and snag the library while its hot!

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 you. I hope they help you make transitions in your life with more ease, love and compassion. YOU’VE GOT 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.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ Eric's closing song is "Rabbits and Hats" from the Urban Magic Collection at the raddest stock music library ever... Pleasant Pictures Music Club. For a limited time our library is only $99! Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off! https://pleasantpictures.club

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-journal 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 "Deathbeat" from his lates New Shack EP you can find here: https://music.apple.com/us/album/so-soda-ep/1475250093 and https://open.spotify.com/album/694mFDgjkZEZ4DodUYRJj9?si=zO31buRXQcuePhRPEHYPgg

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 measuring where your capacity is at RIGHT NOW! Sarah is insightful, hysterical, transparent, and downright DELIGHTFUL! You’re going to LOVE this conversation, and thought nuggets Sarah shares! Want to support us?! THANK YOU! Listen to the Papaya Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-papaya-podcast/id1469615517 Hang out with Sarah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebirdspapaya/?hl=en I’m Doing Awesome Daily Guided Journal https://partywithalison.com/products/im-doing-awesome-journal 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 "I Want To Go To There" from his incredible stock music library Pleasant Pictures Music Club. For a limited time the library is only $99! Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for an additional 20% off! https://pleasantpictures.club

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 Journal https://partywithalison.com/products/im-doing-awesome-journal SHE CAN’T BE STOPPED SHIRT https://partywithalison.com/products/she-cant-be-stopped-shirt 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 "Hit and MIss" from his stock music library Pleasant Pictures Music Club. For a limited time our library is only $99/yr! Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off https://pleasantpictures.club

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 talk about how your body is an instrument and not an ornament! I argue with her a bit about my own issues, which of course we work through and I cry. And then we examine how we can pass on healthier ideas to future generations! IT’S SO GOOD! I’m so grateful for the work that Beauty Redefined is doing, it is changing my life and I can’t wait for it to change yours too! Get your I'm Doing Awesome Journal or She Can't Be Stopped T HERE! https://partywithalison.com/collections/awesome-collection 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 "Grass Valley" from the brand new CALIFORNIA TRAIL Collection at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. For the best stock music for you videos head to https://pleasantpictures.club where our ENTIRE LIBRARY IS $99!!! Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off

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 of transformation! We have loved doing the read along with you and know this final installment will be the cherry on top! Join the Read Along and get some bookmarks! thealisonshow.com/readalong Get a free trial and book from Audible! http://audibletrial.com/awesomewithalison The Four Agreements Book https://www.amazon.com/dp/1878424319/?ref=exp_thealisonshow_dp_vv_d 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 "Celtic" from the raddest stock music library ever... Pleasant Pictures Music Club! Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off https://pleasantpictures.club

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 affirmations that I use on the daily to help keep me from jumping to conclusions and making judgements. We love you, we are grateful for this community and we hope that this episode offers you some ideas to help you feel a little more awesome. Join the Read Along and get some bookmarks! thealisonshow.com/readalong Get a free trial and book from Audible! http://audibletrial.com/awesomewithalison The Four Agreements Book https://www.amazon.com/dp/1878424319/?ref=exp_thealisonshow_dp_vv_d 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 "Hold On, The Light Will Come" from the album: https://music.apple.com/us/album/hold-on-a-modern-tribute-to-the-music-of-michael-mclean/1430149514 Love you all!

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 such a good one and it will change your world! Join the Read Along and get some bookmarks! thealisonshow.com/readalong Come build your business with me at my upcoming mastermind retreat! Alisonsbrandschool.com/retreat Get a free trial and book from Audible! http://audibletrial.com/awesomewithalison The Four Agreements Book https://www.amazon.com/dp/1878424319/?ref=exp_thealisonshow_dp_vv_d 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 "Brazil" from the new WORLD GUITAR Collection at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off the dopest stock music library ever. https://pleasantpicturesclub

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 have helped me speak with more love and power! All while trying to keep out of those nasty habits of negative self talk and gossip! Eric and I are so excited to be sharing this with you! Listen up! Join the Read Along and get some bookmarks! thealisonshow.com/readalong Come build your business with me at my upcoming mastermind retreat! Alisonsbrandschool.com/retreat Get a free trial and book from Audible! http://audibletrial.com/awesomewithalison The Four Agreements Book https://www.amazon.com/dp/1878424319/?ref=exp_thealisonshow_dp_vv_d 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 "Me Time Pt. 2" from the dopest stock music library in the galaxy... Pleasant Pictures Music Club! Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off at https://pleasantpictures.club

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 book from Audible! http://audibletrial.com/awesomewithalison The Four Agreements Book https://www.amazon.com/dp/1878424319/?ref=exp_thealisonshow_dp_vv_d Retreat Alisonsbrandschool.com/retreat 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 "Hot Damn" in the new FUNKY FRESH VOL. 2 at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off https://pleasantpictures.club

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 really lay out what it means to FEEL your feelings. Let’s do it! Join us at our Mastermind Retreat! alisonsbrandschool.com/retreat Take is to the next level with Awesome on Demand! https://aod.thealisonshow.com/ 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 "Dizzy" from the brand new Funky Fresh Vol.2 at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Get access to the dopest stock music ever at https://pleasantpictures.club Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off

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 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'c closing song is "High Desert" from the CAMPFIRE collection at the best stock music library in the world: Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off https://pleasantpictures.club

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’t even realize was the cause of so much anxiety in me for so long. It’s revelatory! Gabby is a pro at sharing actionable tools that will help you feel better immediately, and she shares tons here, so get ready to get HOOKED UP! 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 "9th & 9th" from his high end stock music library Pleasant Pictures Music Club. https://pleasantpictures.club Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off!

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 same for you, so I’m excited for you to listen up! 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 "Low Tide" from Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off and get the best stock music in the world for your videos! https://pleasantpictures.club

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 that you can write new ones that enable you to do ANYTHING you want to do! JOIN MY FREE 5-Day Pump up! Starting January 14th! https://slkt.io/4Nba And don’t miss our deal of the decade in AWESOME ON DEMAND! https://aod.thealisonshow.com/?subid=2020 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 "Gentle" from the "Hold On: A Modern Tribute to the Music of Michael McLean" album. https://music.apple.com/us/album/hold-on-a-modern-tribute-to-the-music-of-michael-mclean/1430149514 And as always, all you videographers out there need Pleasant Pictures Music Club... high end music for your projects! Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off! https://pleasantpictures.club

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 resources that I know will help us all serve with more confidence and love! Check out the show notes for links to everything we talked about and an easy reference list of how to help people going through hard stuff! https://thealisonshow.com/podcasts/ep-109/ We are trying to raise money for 50 kids to get access to necessary trauma therapy through the Utah County Children’s Justice Center! WILL YOU HELP?! Even a $1 Would be SO GOOD! VENMO https://venmo.com/CJC-Provo @CJC-Provo VIA PAY PAL http://donate.cjcprovo.com Kim can kick it video! https://www.instagram.com/p/B6Jl8vcBRJs/ 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 "All is Calm" from the Old Fashioned Christmas Collection at his Pleasant PIctures Music Club. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off https://pleasantpictures.club

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 any others! Support the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ Eric's closing song is "Deathbeat" from the BRAND NEW EP FROM HIS BAND NEW SHACK!!! Listen and share!!! https://music.apple.com/us/album/so-soda-ep/1475250093

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 FREE AUDIO BOOK?! http://audibletrial.com/awesomewithalison FIND A FULL LIST OF THE BOOKS AND RECS HERE! https://thealisonshow.com/podcasts/ep-107-books-that-have-changed-my-life/ 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 "Sosoda" a brand new single from his band New Shack! Please stream it and share it far and wide and I, Eric, will be forever grateful.

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 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 isn "Wake up Johnny, its Christmas again!" from the new Old Fashion Christmas Collection. This week only get a $99 subscription using code: TURKEYTIME https://pleasantpictures.club

Oh hi, are things not working out the way you thought they would? Are you pretty sure it’s time to quit, give up or stop trying? Then I’m SO GLAD YOU ARE HERE--because I’ve BEEN THERE! And I have a QUICK, easy-to-listen to pep talk for you, I hope you come back to this one again and again because we need you champ! LISTEN UP! Want more tools like this QUICKLY and without any beginning or ending SHUTFF? You'll freaking LOVE Awesome On Demand: https://thealisonshow.com/awesomeondemand 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 "City Kid" from the new collection "BIG SKY." If you are a content creator and need the best music you can get your hands on then head to https://pleasantpictures.club and sign up today! Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off your subscription and start creating today!

What is the purpose of LIFE? What is the meaning of existence? If you’re excited to talk about questions like these, then THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU! Haha, and even if you’re not in an existential type of mood--but want some ideas on how to find more joy and peace regardless of your circumstances right now--WE GOT YOU! We’re sharing the difference of what it means to be a critic or a creator in your life, and some easy, applicable ideas of how to create more of the life you want TODAY! Want a clear plan for how to use Instagram to Build YOUR DREAM? Check out: alisonsbrandschool.com/IG4U 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 "God in the Meadow" from the brand new "KINDNESS" Collection at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. High end stock music for $199/yr Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off https://pleasantpictures.club

Ok! I dipped into my vault of premium content and opened it up, to share with you one of my greatest treasures! This episode holds a POWERFUL gratitude practice for LOVING YOUR BODY! This practice is healing, empowering and so incredible! It’s already helped so many people tap into and love their body more--and I cannot WAIT for it to help you! Use it on a walk, while you’re folding laundry, on a drive, or ANY and EVERY time you need to realign with your gorgeous self. I’m so excited for you to have this! Want more powerful practices like this EVERY MONTH? Check out thealisonshow.com/awesomeondemand Want a clear plan for how to use Instagram to Build YOUR DREAM? Check out: alisonsbrandschool.com/IG4U 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 "New La La" from the incomparable Pleasant Pictures Music Club. High end stock music $199/yr. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off! https://pleasantpictures.club

This episode IS A PARTY!!! Are you ready to have some extra pep in your step? Vroom in your zoom? Zing in your swing? Pump in your hump?!! You’re gonna get all that and more because we’re getting back to the basics on having more fun in your life! I’m selling you on why fun needs to be a priority, and setting you up to be able to remember what’s fun for you! You learn how to create it in your life with more ease! And yes, it will be fun in the process too. HIGH KICK! Want the accompanying worksheet?! Text iwantfun to 31996 Want more ease and joy in turning your dream into a reality?! Don’t miss my new course at it’s 1/2 off introductory rate! Alisonsbrandschool.com/ig4u 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 "All I See" from the Funky Fresh Collection at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. High End Music for $199/yr Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off! Visit https://pleasantpictures.club and see what all the fuss is about!

We can feel so drained and weighed down by the things we want to change--thinking it’s going to take more work than we have capcity for! But in this little PUMP UP I’m sharing with you different ways that change CAN happen in an instant. I’ve got examples from my own life, and a few thought shifts you can employ RIGHT THIS MINUTE, to find relief, calm, hope and more peace! So much love to you! 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 "Eye Patch" in the Indie Dance Pop Collection at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. High End stock music for $199/yr. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off for life!! https://pleasantpictures.club

Holy banana balls we've done 100 episodes!!! AND TO CELEBRATE (insert fog horn) we reached out to our Awesome Empire of listeners and asked, "What do you do when you need to feel more awesome?" We got dozens of incredible responses, with some voices and names you'll recognize and love! But most importantly this episode is full of serious inspiration for when you need a boost! I'm not kidding, I will be listening to this over and over! You guys are straight up geniuses! You're gonna freaking love it! Come and feel even more awesome and connect to your purpose at my Build an Awesome Brand Workshop! Learn more here: alisonsbrandschool.com/workshop 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 "Tell the Birds" from the Golden Hour Collection at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off https://pleasantpictures.club

Ok, today I'm sharing every little tool, trick, and thought I use to help me feel confident like the complete and total boss that I am! It's a check-list of 10 things I say to myself, or say out loud, or think through when I need to STAND IN MY POWER! I get a little fiery in this one! Come back to it when you need to DOMINATE! Get the check list for your life! FREE DOWNLOAD JUST TEXT confidencechecklist to 31996 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 "Flan" in the Hazy Dreams Vol. 1 Collection at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. THE best music for your content. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off your purchase https://pleasantpictures.club

If there was going to be a master’s course, in GOING FOR IT, Ellen Marie Bennett, founder of the super successful culinary brand Hedley and Bennett, would be the professor! In this episode you’ll be wildly inspired by how Ellen got her dream business (and life) off the ground, with no savings, little experience and a lot of enthusiasm! And we’ll dive into how YOU can do the same, by showing up for yourself and what you want! All that plus Ellen will give you solid tips on how to get your butt in the kitchen! Eric and I have seriously increased our joy making meals exponentially after listening to Ellen’s tips! You’re going to have so much fun! 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 "Flan" in the HAZY DREAMS VOL. 1 Collection at https://pleasantpictures.club Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off

I’m bringing in the heavy hitters today! I’ve got the beautiful amazing thought-leader and author Marie Forleo FIRING US UP! And helping us see how EVERYTHING we want in this life, is truly figureoutable! Everything is Figureoutable is not only Marie’s life motto, but it’s also the title of her new book! She has a life-time track record of amazing accomplishments, like being called a “leader for the next generation” by Oprah. Yeah I said it, OPRAH! And she’s sharing with us how we can be brave, bold, and figure out exactly what we want. I’m SO excited to bring you Marie! And I know you’ll love this episode! We are having a 3-day blitz for our Arizona Build an Awesome Brand Workshop! GET YOUR TICKET HERE NOW and save over $400: https://alisonsbrandschool.com/workshop/ 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 "City Kid" in the new Big Sky Collection at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off and download unlimited music for your projects! https://pleasantpictures.club

Hold onto your notepads! You are about to have your hearts opened, minds bent and awesomeness expanded with my girl Ashmae Hoiland @birdsofashmae! Ashmae is an author, artist, storyteller and writing instructor--as well as a beautiful human with deep wisdom! I wanted her to come and share all the tips, tricks, and magic that she has discovered from writing and sharing her own life and stories, as well as teaching and guiding others how to do it too! You’ll walk away from this episode with 3 tangible ideas for how to use writing to benefit your life, and I’m so excited for all of us! If you don't consider yourself a writer or even if you do, listen up! We cover it all! Join us at our Alison's Brand School Build an Awesome Brand Workshop! Text earlybirdblitz to 31996 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 "Friday Harbor" in the World Traveler Collection at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off https://pleasantpictures.club

Do you want more money, love, connection, time, space, peace, ideas? What?! What is it?! What if you already have it, or it’s already in your life in some way, but you’ve been blocking yourself off from it? Today we are diving into how to open yourself up to receive more of what you want! We’ve got actionable ideas and you will feel ready to accept all the help, guidance, and goodness that’s coming your way after you listen! 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 "Sun Soaked" from the Golden Hour Collection. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off at https://pleasantpictures.club

It’s been a minute since I gave you an ol’ Alison PEP TALK! And I LOVE this one! I’m so excited for you to have it! I was feeling so good and in the flow, and I really think if you listen it will help raise your energy and vibes! In this short, fun ep I talk about what it can mean when we feel “lazy,” some ideas for what to do with the feeling, and how to really use it to direct you and guide you and help you see what you need! I hope you love it, share it, and come back to it time and time again! INSTAGRAM POST I MENTION: https://www.instagram.com/p/B1VJLgEpiX_/ PEP TALK for when life is a lot: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-61-pep-talk-for-when-life-is-a-lot/id1191721368?i=1000421671118 PUMP UP for how to do hard things! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-76-pump-up-doing-really-hard-things-you-can-do-it/id1191721368?i=1000435156542 Want a new pep talk or gratitude practice every month? https://thealisonshow.com/awesomeondemand/ 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 "Golden Hour" from the new Golden Hour Collection at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. https://pleasantpictures.club Use Code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off for all your music needs!

Do you feel like nobody cares about you?! Do you feel like making friends is something you should have learned how to do in elementary school and now you are out of luck? Or maybe you're just looking to cultivate and deepen some awesome relationships you already have?! Good news! We're talking about all of it! How to find friends, make them, keep them, and when to let them go! And I know it's going to open your mind to how many awesome resources you have! But to talk about this I brought one of my good friends, and a friend to many, Ashley Rose Reeves! I can't wait for you to listen, feel less alone, and ramp up to be the best friend you've always wanted to be and have! 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 "Grandad's Workshop" from the "Parisian Cafe" Collection at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off and get the BEST MUSIC IN THE WORLD! https://pleasantpictures.club

Whether you’re on social media for friends and family, using it to build a business, or have sworn off of it all together, social media affects all of us BIG TIME. There’s no denying it! So I wanted to share my story, and all I’ve learned about how to use Instagram in a way that enriches my life and business, rather than drains it. It’s been a long road! My life, of course, is not actually ruined, but for a while, I absolutely let my performance on Instagram determine my mood for the day, how I felt about my business, and without realizing, I let it affect how I valued myself as a person. I open up quite a lot here, it's ROUGH, haha, but I really hope that sharing what I’ve learned serves you, or helps you feel less alone and empowered. Come have a DTR with us and help make IG work for you! Alisonsbrandschool.com/IG4U 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 "I'm Still a Stupid Kid" by Valentine & the Regard. Use code AWESOMEWITHERIC and use this track and hundreds more at Pleasant Pictures Music Club // https://pleasantpictures.club

This is the PERFECT episode if there is any area of your life that has you saying, “I HAVE NO CLUE WHAT TO DO!” We’ve got questions to ask yourself, exercises to try, and some good ol’ THOUGHT WERK that will have you feeling better, more inspired and aligned! Really! I think you will come back to this episode again and again for ideas! And I hope you remember, that no matter what you do, only you can be you, and you’re already as awesome as you need to be! 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 "Baguette and Chaps" from the new Parisian Cafe Collection at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Don't use bland music for your content! Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off your purchase at https://pleasantpictures.club

What does it EVEN MEAN to be yourself? It seems like something that should be effortless and easy right? But instead of it being more effortless to “be yourself” the older you get, sometimes it actually feels harder. Add having kids, relationships, school, work, or who you think you should be vs. who you want to be! And oh man! What is life?! But before you have a Zoolander-esque breakdown, (“WHO AM I?!”) in this episode we are going into what it even means to “be yourself”, why it’s easy to feel lost, and then giving you 4 awesome ideas for how to be MORE of yourself, no matter where you are showing up! 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 "Into the Black Hole" by Valentine and the Regard. The instrumental is in the Lofi Dream Pop Collection at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. https://pleasantpictures.club Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off

Ok, this is a pretty special episode! Prepare to have your mind blown and your appetite to learn whetted by MY MAMA! That’s right we’ve got Marilyn Faulkner in the house, talking about how to be a life-long learner, what that even means, and how it’s going to bring more joy into your life! She shares some freaking inspiring awesome stories about rejection, being brave, and how to create a learning package for yourself, regardless of your age or stage in life! You’ll be so inspired to be more curious and learn more in your life! WE ARE SO EXCITED TO PARTNER WITH AMAZON HOME FOR THIS EPISODE! IT’S PRIME DAY AND I’VE PICKED OUT MY FAVORITE DEALS FOR YOU! SHOP THEM HERE: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thealisonshow 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/

How often have you said, “I just need more discipline!” Or, “I just need more motivation!” When it comes to making or keeping better habits? What if INSTEAD you just need a more intentional nightstand set up? Or a little something in your car? In this episode I’m sharing how some simple environmental changes have led to big habit changes in my life! And of course we’re talking about how to do this for yourself! You’ll freaking love it and get awesome ideas! We are so excited to partner with Amazon Home for this episode! It’s ALMOST Prime Day and I’ve picked out some deals that are ALREADY live for you NOW! http://amazon.com/shop/thealisonshow 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/

I am SO FREAKING excited for you to have this episode in your life! If you have been feeling lost, disconnected, or like you’re coming to a new place in your life...this will be SO HELPFUL! In this episode I talk to adult development, mindfulness and meditation expert Thomas McConkie. We’re not talking about religion, we are talking about faith, spirituality, and what happens when you’ve got tough questions! What happens in your brain, in your relationships, in your LIFE and how to navigate the tough stuff! We cover a lot of ground and I’m positive it will relieve some suffering in your life or help you connect with someone who is suffering. It’s so important and I’m so grateful for us all to have this! Enjoy! 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 "Modern Beasts" from the brand new EDGY ATMOS collection at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. https://pleasantpictures.club Use code AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off!

We all know action is good...yes?! MORE ACTION PLEASE! But what I’m personally working on in my life is this idea of inspired action, or working with ease and working in the flow vs. frantic, stressful, action which is often fueled by scarcity and leads to anxiety and quitting! I’m checking in with you on how YOUR year is going, where you want to be 6 months from now, and offering you three things that taking more inspired action will require of you! You can do it, and you’ll love it! Want to empower yourself with better thoughts and set clear goals? Get out BEST YEAR EVER Worksheet by texting bestyearever to 31996 Want a system to help you take more inspired action? Check out: thealisonshow.com/awesomeondemand 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 "Deathbeat" by his band New Shack. New album drops 8/19

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“Your best opportunity for connection is when your emotions are negative.” When I heard parenting and relationship expert Georgia Anderson say that, I screamed, “I WILL GET HER ON THE PODCAST!” And boom baby I did! In this truly life-changing episode, I ask Georgia to use her 30 years of experience in relationship and parenting education to help us see how we can employ emotion coaching on ourselves when we FEEL LIKE CRAP! She shares HOW to use negative emotions to build stronger relationships and a greater connection to self! It’s so good guys. She also gives Eric and I a little bit of relationship and parenting coaching, helping us see how we can better navigate my BIG feelings and our daughter’s too! If you’re a human, who has negative emotions, you’re going to freaking love this episode! I’m so excited for you! 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 "That is Neat" from the Indie Dance Pop collection at Pleasant Pictures Music Club // https://pleasantpictures.club

What would happen if you stopped buying stuff for one full year? If you’re like me you might think, “Meh--who cares!” HAHA but if you’re like my amazing guest Miranda Anderson you might think, “What would that do for me and my family?! And could I find peace and abundance from that?” Spoiler alert--she did and has some amazing tips for us too! In this incredibly fun and entertaining interview you’ll be SO INSPIRED by Miranda, how she lives with full confidence, and how she used that confidence to pursue a dream and idea that led to her soon-to-be released book More Than Enough! I laughed, I cried, and even if you *THINK* you know everything about minimalism, you’ll see some ideas in a whole new light! She also leaves us with practical ideas for discovering you have and you are MORE THAN ENOUGH--and you don’t even have to stop buying stuff! Ha! DON’T MISS THIS ONE! Get Miranda’s Book More Than Enough! https://livefreecreative.co/more-than-enough-pre-order-plus-a-free-gift/ Want to work on your confidence? Join us in Awesome on Demand! https://thealisonshow.com/awesomeondemand 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 "Fun in the Sun" from the Weekend Away Collection at Pleasant Pictures Music Club https://pleasantpictures Get unlimited music for $199 and make your content POP! Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off

This is an exercise Eric took me through recently when I was trying to calm myself with “good thoughts”, but what I was actually doing was setting myself up to just need more and more validation and outside confirmation! Oh man! What are padded thoughts?! You’re about to find out! And I’ll tell you this, they always lead you thirsty! But we’re all having them all day, every day, and they’re like a house of cards! Building a reality and situations for yourself that you cannot sustain, and that will inevitably tumble! We’re talking about how to identify “padded thoughts”, how they can betray you, and most importantly, some thoughts to replace them with! 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 "Cats" from the upcoming Parisian Cafe Collection at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. https://pleasantpictures.club Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off at pleasantpictures.club and get access to the music that makes your content POP!!!

You are going to LOVE these ideas, or thought shifts, or NUGGETS so much! They have changed my life, how I think, and my relationships, all for the better! They all have to do with how we interact with other people--which is good because we have to interact with other people every single day yes? Yes! The next time you’re feeling anxious, nervous or crappy about an interaction--run through these 3 ideas and I know you’ll have more clarity in no time! 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 "Old Flame" in the Lounge Life Collection at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off https://pleasantpictures.club

Watch out now! This extra special episode was captured when I was feeling ON FIRE and wanting to pass that FIRE on to you! We’ll talk about why you shouldn’t quit your day job--whatever that may be, and we’ll also dive into why HOW you do something matters way more than WHAT you are doing! If you feel called to do something--or want to get clearer about your life--listen up. We’ve got actionable prompts and exercises in here and I hope you do them so you can see the change you want! As always we’re sharing what has worked for us and thoughts that can work for you! Want the download mentioned in the episode Sign up for my Thought Nuggets here: https://thealisonshow.com/subscribe/ Don’t miss out on my Alison’s Brand School goodies HERE: https://alisonsbrandschool.com? 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 "Where did april go?" in the new Lounge Life Collection at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off your purchase and get the dopest music for you projects! https://pleasantpictures.club

Are you trying to figure out your purpose? Your life’s work? Your reason for being? Or do you know what it is but seem to keep getting stopped up? Either way this is going to be a really inspiring episode for you! Regardless if you’ve read Paulo Coelho's The Alchemist or not, I know you'll learn something new that can help you RIGHHT NOW! I’m sharing some of my favorite advice and takeaways from what is considered one of the world’s top ten books. These principles and ideas have been a lifeline for me as of late, and I genuinely hope they can inspire and comfort you! So much love to you on your journey* DING! 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 "Ducks" from the Lounge Life collection at https://pleasantpictures.club where the music is real and raw and is yours to use when you join the club!

You want it, you’re looking for it, you’re working towards it...and yet? You’re very likely putting limits around it! What is that IT? "IT" could be your happiness, your dream, your relationship, your health! We strive and stretch for these things, but we also unintentionally set limits that make them almost impossible to achieve. How inconvenient is that?! We're hoping to help you uncover some imaginary walls, as well as giving you the tools to take them down! Limits be gone! We hope you listen, learn, and feel awesome! This episode was brought to you by Alison's Brand School. Be sure to check out The Ultimate Guide to Influencer Marketing at alisonsbrandschool.com/audiocourse 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 "Anthro" by his band New Shack.

This is a very special episode in which we are opening all the cans of all the worms on WHO IS SUPPOSED TO WATCH THESE KIDS?! Now in NO way is this a complete and comprehensive discussion of childcare in America, or the challenges that so many face! We are however sharing how this is a huge, prevalent problem for so many women, offering up a few solutions, as well as sharing tips and ideas for creating a system that works for you, and helps you live at your best level! I bring on my employee and friend Nichelle Jensen, and we share our different experiences and journeys with finding and getting good help with our kids! Our goal is that our limited experience help in some way, but will also open up the conversation to others who are in a different situation! So let’s do it! 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 "Early Morning LA" from the new World Traveler collection at https://pleasantpictures.club Use code: AWESOME WITH ERIC to get 20% off a track or subscription!

Whether life has thrust something difficult in your direction, or you’re wondering how and IF you can do that really hard thing you want to do, this pump up IS FOR YOU! This your, “YOU CAN DO IT!” Moment, and further than that, your “Why you should!” and “This is HOW to do it!” moments too! I’m sharing 4 principles, you better believe they are universal, to deconstruct the mysteries that surround doing really hard things. Listen up, I’m doing hard crap all the time and I’m sharing everything that is making is possible. There’s no way this won’t help you out! 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 :"Sunrise in Bangkok" at https://pleasantpictures.club

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 about yourself, what you can do and what you are capable of! And not in the, "You can't do it..." way, but in the, "But what if you can?!" So go on a philosophical journey through time and space with us and see if you can't find some solutions or a little bit of awesome in thinking about your current life shtuff in a new way! I hope you love it! 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 "Tangerine" from his https://pleasantpictures.club

Whoa Nelly DO I LOVE THIS EPISODE! In a world where everyone is telling you HOW to reach your goals, and how important it is to set them...it feels like no one is talking about WHY you’re not reaching those goals, even if you’re working your butt off! I promise you’re not alone! I’m sharing some major goals I’ve missed, and Eric is too! Then we’re sharing why it happened, and how that can help YOU! I’ve thought about this SO much, and I’m so so excited to share these 2 EASY STEPS to troubleshoot when you’re just not able to do what you want to do! You’re gonna love it! Looking for a system to help you with those goals?! Check out Awesome on Demand https://thealisonshow.com/awesomeondemand/ 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 "Bright Orange" from the new Indie Dance Pop Collection at https://pleasantpictures.club Use code: AWESOMEWOTHERIC for 20% off your subscription.

Have you felt stuck? Frustrated? Up a creek without a paddle in any way in your life lately? Maybe everything is great but you’d like a little excitement or variety?! OOOOOOOH BABY! We’ve got options and solutions GALORE for you this week! But way more importantly, we want to pry your mind open and dive into how you can open yourself up to uncovering, believing and realizing there are more solutions available to you right now than you can possibly imagine. We’ve got some awesome personal examples of ways we have found and created more options in our lives, as well as actionable exercises to free your mind! You’re going to love this episode and I really believe it will allow you think of something new and helpful! Enjoy! March is our FREE 31-Day #THOUGHTWERK CHALLENGE Get your free Thought Werk Prompts (via text!) by signing up here: https://slkt.io/GZw CANADA EH? Join the #THOUGHTWERK CHALLENGE by texting Canada to 902-200-2270 International? We can email you our quick daily #thoughtwerk challenges! Opt-in here! http://bit.ly/2tTI4N5 Want to become a master thought werker!? Check out Awesome on Demand here: https://thealisonshow.com/awesomeondemand/ 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 "Sitting Pretty" in the Mellow Gold Collection at https://pleasantpictures.club Use code AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off your subscription of the best music in the galaxy.

OK, OK, OK! I’ve been talking about choosing your thoughts, changing your thoughts, being aware of your thoughts, basically THOUGHT WERK! But what the hell is that even?! GOOD QUESTION! I’ll tell you--it is E-V-E-R-Y-T-H-I-N-G, and oh yeah, it totally will give you sex money and power, hahaha or more importantly, peace, joy, fulfillment, life-long happiness regardless of your circumstances--you know, if you’re into that sort of thing! In this episode I’m sharing all that THOUGHT WERK has done for me, how it can help you, plus what it is and what it isn’t AND 6 easy ways to become more of a THOUGHT WERKER! March is our FREE 31-Day #THOUGHTWERK CHALLENGE Get your free Thought Werk Prompts (via text!) by signing up here: https://slkt.io/GZw Want to become a master thought werker!? Check out Awesome on Demand here: https://thealisonshow.com/awesomeondemand/ 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 "Crystal Clear" from the new Sophisticated Collection at https://pleasantpictures.club Use code AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off your subscription

We’ve got some really fun, really insane, totally full of Faulkner nonsense SISTER ACTION for you in this episode, with our extra special guest Andrea Faulkner Williams of Tubby Todd! I imported my one and only sister to Seattle for one glorious night, and she shares some amazing insight on how to choose better thoughts to yield better results! Andrea and I were raised similar, and outwardly seem alike, but have very different internal maps. I hope listening to this not only inspires and motivates you to choose better thoughts, BUT also helps you understand that even if you were raised by the same people, you and your loved ones can still have very different ways of approaching the world. I learned so much from Andrea in this really funny episode, and I know you will too! To aid you in this be sure to download our FREE Done Is Fun! Action Plan! TEXT: doneisfun to 31996 It will give you awesome guidance on how to break your project into those small, easy-to-take manageable steps. Want to take all this to the next level and see REAL change in your life? And be held accountable?? Join my Awesome On Demand membership! Learn more: thealisonshow.com/awesomeondemand 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 "Mellow Gold" from the Mellow Gold Collection at https://pleasantpictures.club

What are your obstacles (cough excuses) to taking massive action? Maybe not knowing where to start? Maybe not enough resources or money? Or maybe YOU ARE taking action and you feel like it’s not working??? BABY DOLL we’ve got you coooovered in this episode! These POWER HOUSE, take-no-prisoners WHOA-men are spilling all the goodies. @jordanferney of Oh Happy Day! and The Color Factory and Gabrielle Blair of @altsummit and @designmom share concrete steps as well as pointers from their own personal experience on creating beautiful work and beautiful lives. After you finish this episode you will be PUMPED and informed on how to take some massive freaking action! To aid you in this be sure to download our FREE Done Is Fun! Action Plan! TEXT: doneisfun to 31996 It will give you awesome guidance on how to break your project into those small, easy-to-take manageable steps! You'll love it! Want even more help on getting your mind in a place to take action?Join my Awesome On Demand! Learn more: thealisonshow.com/awesomeondemand 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 track is "I Got This" from the Urban Magic Collection at https://pleasantpictures.club

You are going to LOOOOOOVE this open, honest, FUN and vulnerable conversation Eric and I have with the insanely amazing, talented, and genuine Jeff and Kelly Mindell of Studio DIY. But more than just the conversation, you’re going to get 6 amazing, and concrete insights in how to more fully believe in yourself and discover what makes you YOU! Whether you’re working on your business, raising a family, or trying to figure out WHAT you want, there are so many AH-HA gems to grab on to! I laughed, I cried, and you’re going to feel more awesome after you listen! Want to get our FREE special Get Clear about the Direction of Your Life Workbook? Text the word Direction to 31996! And we’ll send it to you! Want to take all this to the next level and see REAL change in your life? Join my Awesome On Demand membership! Learn more: thealisonshow.com/awesomeondemand 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 "Off the Cuff" from the brand new collection "New Wave" at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code AWESOMEWITHERIC to get 20% off your subscription to the dopest music on the globe. https://pleasantpictures.club

It’s hard to get clear about the direction of your life--or do ANYTHING--when you FEEL STUCK, unfocused, or totally overwhelmed! You know what else is hard? When you think you’ve got it “figured out” and you start down that road--and then things don’t seem to work out. That’s why we brought out the big guns to help us out! Experts at life and getting UNSTUCK! Mike and Ashley Lemieux! On our Phoenix Super Duper Fly Podcast tour stop--this power couple shares some incredible tips and stories that I KNOW will help shift your perspective no matter WHAT you’ve got going on right now. So get ready to soar through some tough turbulence with @ashleyklemieux @mikelemieux and ERIC TOO! Want to get our FREE special Get Clear about the Direction of Your Life Workbook? Text the word Direction to 31996! And we’ll send it to you! Want to take all this to the next level and see REAL change in your life? Join my Awesome On Demand membership! Learn more: thealisonshow.com/awesomeondemand 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 closing song is "Jonny Got a Car" from the New Wave collection at his https://pleasantpictures.club Use code AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off!

This super duper special episode from our Super Duper Fly Live Podcast tour Provo stop, HAS IT ALL! Amazing interviews with Susan Petersen of @freshlypicked and Kevin Auernig of @sodalicious ? CHECK! Tackling what to do with fear of failure? CHECK! Skills for boosting confidence? CHECK! Tips for getting started? CHECK! Me giving a rousing pep talk about HOW to get clear about the direction of your life with live audience interaction?? DOUBLE CHECK!!! So listen up lovers, join the party, and let’s take off! Clear skies and dancing in the aisles AWAIT! Want to get our FREE special Get Clear about the Direction of Your Life Workbook? Text the word Direction to 31996! And we’ll send it to you! Want to take all this to the next level and see REAL change in your life? Join my Awesome On Demand membership! Learn more: thealisonshow.com/awesomeondemand 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 "Net Worth" from the brand new Urban Magic collection. Use code AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off your subscription! https://pleasantpictures.club

Listen, whether you’re SICK of hearing about goal setting, you’re in a deep depression at the thought of goal setting OR you’re freaking stoked out of your mind to goal set--THIS EPISODE IS GOLD!!! I’ve created the ultimate guide to help you assess the areas of your life that can be hard to quantify and measure--but are essential to feeling awesome and creating a life you love! You’ll asses where you’ve been in section one, which will help you move into section two--where you create clarity about what you REALLY want in life/ the upcoming year. Then we move into section three, which focuses on making goals in a well-rounded, meaningful way! YES!!! It’s going to be painless I promise! I’ve also got a section in the worksheet--that’s a super cute printable list--where you can fill in empowering thoughts that will serve you all year long! Then you can tape it up on a mirror! Put it on your fridge! GOLD! And I’ve got lots of examples of empowering thoughts in there for you too! IT’S SO GOOD! I’m so excited about this episode! And so excited for you to have it! You don’t HAVE to download my “Best Year Ever!” Work It Worksheet! BUT doing so will help you immensely! It’s free and it’s fun and you can get it here: http://thealisonshow.com/subscribe SO WHAT I’M SAYING IS if you only ever go out of your way to download one thing ever off of the Internet--LET THIS BE IT! I love you! YOU GOT THIS! THIS IS GOING TO BE YOUR BEST YEAR EVER! And I am HERE for it! 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 "Happy Popular" from the brand new Urban Magic collection at Pleasant Pictures Music club. Use code "AWESOMEWITHERIC" for 20% off and to get access to the best music in the world for your content. https://pleasantpictures.club

This is an extra special episode THAT I LOVE! The question is, can you just flip a switch and FEEL better, or awesome? What is the place of negative emotions? AND WHAT DO YOU DO WITH THEM? I'm always saying, "You're already as awesome as you need to be!" BUT WHAT DOES THAT MEAN?! We're getting into allll of that today, as I share an exclusive look at my new program Awesome on Demand, why I created it, and what it can do for you! BUT even if you're not interested HA you're going to learn a lot as I share the intro to the program that would normally only be for members! Biggest takeaway--no one is hiding your awesomeness from you. We are all hiding it from ourselves. I want to talk about how to uncover it, and how FEELING GOOD IS FUN! I'm so excited for you to get this inside look! To check out more about Awesome on Demand http://thealisonshow.com/awesomeondemand/ 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 "In the Bleak Midwinter" by his band New Shack.

We can’t give you more than 24 hours in each day! But we can help you figure out what you’re filling those hours with! This episode is about evaluating all the things you THINK you have to do...and asking, “Do I really have to do this?” I outline 4 areas of your life to examine, and then we give you three ideas for how to shift your mindset around time, and what you fill yours with! It’s so good!! 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 "Jolly Old Saint Mick" from the Holiday collection at Pleasant Pictures Music Club. Use code: AWESOMEWITHERIC for 20% off all subscriptions at https://pleasantpictures.club

Life is all about change. Sometimes life forces that change on you, and other times you realize that if you want things to be different YOU have to change…but that can be HARD!!! How do you do it? Amy Porterfield, host of the wildly popular Online Marketing Made Easy podcast and author of many super successful online courses, is a master at not only helping others to change to build a life and business that they want, but at creating impactful change in her own life as well! Amy opens up about what “leveling up” in her life has looked like, what her catalyst for change was and how it can be yours too! We also talk about commonalities of success, and how to determine what success is FOR YOU rather than trying to fit some mold. You’re going to freaking love this interview and Amy’s beautiful, honest and even jaw-dropping stories! 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 "I Dreamt Three Ships" from the Holiday Collection at the incomparable https://pleasantpictures.club.

If you want better answers you need to ask better questions! In this episode we are giving you some powerful questions that you can use as tools to help you when you want to quit! Quit what? Life! Your work! Your dreams! ANYTHING! If you're looking for more motivation, energy or just to be comforted as to why it's ok if things are going the way you want right now...you'll love 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.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ Eric's closing song is "Holiday Fun Times" from the brand new Holiday Collection at https://pleasantpictures.club

SPECIAL EPISODE ALERT! I’m so grateful you’re here! This mini special episode is a quick pep talk for when LIFE IS A LOT! Do you have a busy day? Do you have tons of things you need to accomplish? Are you feeling overwhelmed or inadequate for what life is asking of you right now? Holy hell I feel this way RIGHT NOW! So here’s a pep talk that’s under 10 minutes, and I hope you’ll listen to it whenever you need it. It will help you move from activity to activity with ease and more purpose, and I genuinely believe leave you feeling more awesome 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 the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ Music by Mr. Pleasant Pictures https://pleasantpictures.club

This is not feel-good, hyperbolic—dream it you can achieve it lip service. This is TRUTH: everyone and everything is more accessible than you think. This is the world we live in, this is why your excuses are cute, but meaningless. In this episode we’re sharing WHY and HOW your goals, ideas, plans and people you’d love to work with are more accessible than you think, and what that means for you and your LIFE! We share stories of how we’ve seen this truth manifested in our lives and others, and also five common factors of what will MAKE THINGS HAPPEN for YOU! Listen up, it’s gonna’ be fun! 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 "Easy" from the Mellow Gold collection at https://pleasantpictures.club

The reality of life is that either you, or someone you know is currently living though a trauma or loss. Whether it’s a phone call that someone you love has cancer, the death of a loved one, a divorce, a betrayal, the loss of a job, a physical injury…the LIST GOES ON…what do you do? What does life look like the week after, six months after, a year after? How do you help someone who is experiencing this, or how do you help yourself? Ashley Lemieux of The Shine Project opens up and shares her incredible insight and strength after experiencing what she refers to as her ultimate loss. We focus on what the details of her loss and trauma—and specifically her grief and healing process—looked like directly after, eight months after and now a year and half after losing her children in an unexpected and heart-breaking way. Ashley shares an unbelievable wealth of resources, tools, and lessons that’s she has learned through her experience. And shares them in such a profound and beautiful way so that anyone can relate. This is an incredibly important episode, filled with stories, specific ideas and words that I know will help heal and guide anyone who is suffering right now--or anyone who wants to help others. It is an honor to be able to share Ashley and her beautiful story—and I know you’ll feel empowered, inspired and comforted after listening. Find Ashley at https://www.instagram.com/theshineproject/ 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 "Just Over Those Hills" from the Triumph collection at https://pleasantpictures.club

BEHOLD THE POWER OF THE TEENY TINY PIVOT! In this episode we’re helping you see how one teeny tiny change can make huge impact in your life! We are giving you ideas for making that change, as well as ideas for where to try a teeny tiny pivot in your life! Good news, Pleasant Pictures really brings his A-game in this episode, so if you’re an Eric fan you’re in for a treat! It’s fun, it’s easy, and it will help you feel more awesome 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 the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ Eric's closing song is "Lake Side" from the brand new collection "Weekend Away" at https://pleasantpictures.club

In this PITHY little episode we’re telling you ONE major truth about any problem that you have! So pick one problem you’ve been dealing with and listen up, because I PROMISE this will help open you up to solutions and feel at least A TAD better. I'm so excited to share this with you and sending it with SO MUCH LOVE! 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 "Everyone is Here" from the Ambient Beauty collection at the incomparable https://pleasantpictures.club

Have you ever heard people talk about their, “story” and thought, “what’s mine?” or “I wish mine was interesting and/or important”? Jessica is one my oldest and best friends, as well as the host of the successful Extraordinary Moms podcast! After interviewing and sharing the stories of over 200 women —Jessica is a freaking EXPERT at helping other people recognize their “story”. In this episode we’ll not only explore what THAT EVEN MEANS, but Jessica will also break down step-by-step how to start understanding what you have to contribute in this world, how to value your unique voice, how to start TAKING ACTION, and I KID YOU NOT will have you believing what you have to offer is more than enough, it’s extraordinary. GAH I’M ALREADY CRYING! You’ll laugh too, and you’re going to be so inspired and love it! 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 "Boogaloo Wit Me" in the brand new Weekend Away collection at https://pleasantpictures.club

Would you like more patience, less overwhelm, and to regret fewer things you let fly out of your gorgeous mouth? That was my goal when I started focusing on RESPONDING vs REACTING. In this episode I share this powerful tool that is helping me every single day, in every interaction I have. I hope it helps you feel awesome, and share more of your awesomeness with others! 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 "Do It If You Had To" from his Pleasant Pictures Music Club. https://pleasantpictures.club

Do not miss this episode I REPEAT DO NOT MISS THIS EPISODE! I squeeze every little bit of coaching and advice I can out of the phenomenal, genius and Mr. Miyagi-like life coach and host of the Better Than Happy podcast, Jody Moore! I ask Jody the questions we get from you guys THE MOST—and also have her teach us how to better self-coach ourselves through the HARDER things in life like tricky family relationships! I ALSO have her explain the point of a life coach, so if you’ve been curious about coaching vs. therapy she holds nothing back! You’re going to freaking love this. Eric's closing song is "Mountain Morning" from his music library pleasantpictures.club I talk about my new free webinar: How to use collaborations to grow your profits and platform! SIGN UP HERE: http://www.alisonfaulkner.easywebinar.live/registration-6 Find Jody Moore and her podcast here: boldnewmom.com/podcast/ And the audible link (for a free book and 30-day trial!) I couldn’t remember is here: audibletrial.com/awesomewithalison Rob Lowe’s: Stories I Only Tell My Friends 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/

How can you juggle growing as a human, growing your dream, growing a family, creating a home and ALL THE OTHER THINGS in life without losing your freaking mind?! That’s what we’re learning in this episode from Joy Cho—the incredibly talented founder and creative director of Oh Joy! Which is a blog, lifestyle brand, design studio and all-around joy inducing brand! Joy opens up on how she has found her confidence, the steps she’s taking to continue to grow personally—do you have questions about what it’s like to have a life coach?! Joy shares all the details! And also shares her philosophies on dancing and so much more! You’ll be inspired to take a deep breath and dive into your life with JOY! This episode is brought to you by @alisonsbrandschool Audio Courses! In which Joy shares her BIZNAZZ wisdom! It's so good! Check them out alisonsbrandschool.com/audiocourse 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 Closing song is "MegaCute Bass" in the EDM skyline collection at https://pleasantpictures.club

THIS IS NOT A REGULAR EPISODE! I REPEAT! This is ONLY for people who are interested in my @alisonsbrandschool goodies OR my 2-Step Plan for Growing Your Empire! I did this as an IG Live and a lot of people loved it and wanted to access it! So here it is! DO NOT LISTEN if you are not interested and don't want to know more about growing an empire and my awesome audio courses. WE HAVE A NEW REGULAR episode coming on Wednesday so don't fret! I DO THINK this is awesome inspiring content, but it also has a lot of Q&A about my audio courses (that will close on July 27): How to work with brands to build your empire AND How to work with influencers to grow your brand! I wanted to be sure to get answers to the people, SO HERE THEY ARE! LEARN MORE HERE: alisonsbrandschool.com/audiocourse 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/

We're getting REAL PERSONAL (even more so than usual?!) haha as I share my life-long battle / journey with anxiety. What it has looked like for me, and how it has effected my family and life. I also share the steps I've take in recent years to work towards overcoming it. Even if you don't struggle with depression or anxiety personally, I hope that listening gives you some ideas for how to reach out and help those in your life who do. If you are suffering, or feeling too discouraged to continue, PLEASE DON'T GIVE UP. Relief and love are out there. Please know we love you and REACH OUT FOR HELP. National crisis text line: 741741 This episode of the podcast is brought to you by something I'm super excited about but has also brought me a lot of anxiety...my Alison's Brand School audio courses! STOP worrying alone about how to grow and build what you feel called to build. Learn more at alisonsbrandschool.com/audiocourse 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 "First Time in the Fjords," from his Pleasant Pictures Music Club. https://pleasantpictures.club

Ok, ok, ok, you can’t really “hack” mindfulness, HA! BUT it IS incredibly important and that’s not just according to the Buddhist monks. In this episode we share the definition of “mindfulness,” why EVERYBODY seems to be talking about it, and we also go into the scientifically proven benefits of “MBSR” or Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. Then we’ve got 7 easy ways to incorporate mindfulness into your day! So listen up, and maybe listen and re-listen again, because different tools will help you on different days, but being freaking present is always freaking important. 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 track is "Achilles" from his band New Shack's brand new EP.

Oh my holy crap are you going to LOVE this episode! I had the honor and pleasure of interviewing New York Times bestselling author, and overall all BOSS BABE Rachel Hollis, and she did NOT HOLD BACK! Rachel talks to us all about going after your dreams in the face of rejection and discouragement and it is awesome! She also shares fantastic CONCRETE actions that you can implement today to start getting closer to your goals and dreams. During this episode Rachel offers up two questions to ask yourself that I found to be life-changing, and in addition to ALL that, she’s just a lot of fun. Rachel and I talk about what to do with jealousy (after I admit I’ve been totally jealous of her) ha! and how she wrote her beautiful book that I highly recommend, Girl Wash Your Face! Don’t miss this one. Just don’t. I hope you love it and feel FIRED UP to become a barracuda like Rachel. Eric's closing song is "Grownup Talk" from his www.pleasantpictures.club I'M DOING AWESOME BUNDLE: http://imdoingawesome.com/ SHOW NOTES: http://thealisonshow.com/podcasts/ep-50-going-after-your-dreams-like-a-barracuda-with-rachel-hollis/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thealisonshow/ RACHEL HOLLIS: https://www.instagram.com/msrachelhollis/ GIRL, WASH YOUR FACE: https://amzn.to/2LOv0Qx 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/

What's your problem?! No, like actually, what's a problem you're dealing with right now? Are you looking for new ways to approach it? Are you hoping for a different solution than the one the thought-loop in your mind keeps landing on? Then you're going to want to strap on the ol' earbuds and learn about the mind-blowing principle of the adjacent possible! This principle has changed my life over the past few years by changing the way I come up with solutions to problems. It's abstract yet simple, and it's SCIENCE! I hope you love it, I hope it opens up some doors for you and I hope you tell all your friends about it too! 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, "This Boy is in Love," is from the soundtrack to the documentary he scored which premieres next month in England! He is also still shamelessly asking for your help on the kickstarter to help finish the film! http://kck.st/2KNB8s3

Do you ever feel like it WILL NEVER BE ENOUGH? Enough time, enough money, enough energy? No? Me neither…HAHA. PYSCH! Feelings of not being smart enough, beautiful enough, good enough, or “you fill in the blank” enough, can rule our lives if we let them. And here’s a spoiler—they will destroy you. So today we are talking about QUICK mind shifts you can make so you can get more ENOUGH in your life. We love you and we hope this helps you feel more awesome and ENOUGH 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 the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ Eric's closing track is "Crushing Hard" from the Insufferable Groo soundtrack that he scored/produced. Please help us finish the documentary and to get Stephen Groo and his wife to England for the premiere! http://kck.st/2KNB8s3

If you want to see different results you need to do things differently! Whether it's in health, relationships, business, feeling awesome, WHATEVER, we've got ONE major way you can start seeing more of the results you want and less of the crap you don't! This episode is jam packed with quick changes you can make RIGHT THIS SECOND to get you one step closer the feeling as awesome as you are! 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 "Beachy Head" from the Orchestral Anthem playlist from his https://pleasantpictures.club.

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 we think these ideas will help you feel a little more awesome than you did before! See you on the other side! 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 track is "Too Good" from https://pleasantpictures.club. And Eric also says "Don't lessen your content with subpar music, let us help you find the perfect tracks!"

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 LIKE YOU! If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ This episode is brought to you by Pleasant Pictures Music Club with the closing song "All In" coming from the Year of Music. https://pleasantpictures.club

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 myself. HAHA Listen and enjoy! 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 "Hungry for the Magic" from his https://pleasantpictures.club

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 Days" in the Triumph playlist of his https://pleasantpictures.club

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 found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ Closing song is "Seabird" from the "I Dream in Acoustic" playlist on Eric's https://pleasantpictures.club

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 look at something hard in your own life, and see aspects of it in a new light! This episode is sponsored by Alison’s Brand School and my Build an Awesome Brand Workshop. If you’re an entrepreneur looking for clarity, engagement and to build your business, I want to party with you on March 23. Learn more at alisonsbrandschool.com 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/ Music is by Pleasant Pictures Music Club. https://pleasantpictures.club Eric's closing song is "Cherry," a new single from his band New Shack.

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 are experiencing in your life! I basically needed every tool we’ve talked about on the podcast in the past year, and some new ones too! This episode is sponsored by Alison’s Brand School and my Build an Awesome Brand Workshop. If you’re an entrepreneur looking for clarity, engagement and to build your business, I want to party with you on March 23. Learn more at alisonsbrandschool.com Music is by my sexy husband and his Pleasant Pictures Music Club. 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/ Closing song is "You Take Me." https://pleasantpictures.club

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 gonna love it. 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 "Ocean Cliff" from his upcoming Pleasant Pictures Music Club. https://pleasantpictures.club

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 we’ve found for focusing our energy pulling our crap together! It’s gonna’ be awesome and we hope you love it. 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 "A Walk in the Redwoods" from his upcoming Pleasant Pictures Music Club. https://pleasantpictures.club

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 your mind. Learn more at alisonsbrandschool.com 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 Heart in the Rain by his band New Shack.

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 alisonsbrandschool.com 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/ Closing song is "You Back" by Stuart Maxfield from the upcoming Pleasant Pictures Music Club. https://pleasantpictures.club

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 episode, or any others! Support the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ Eric's closing song is "Sixty" by his band New Shack.

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 that they will help you move to a place of action and more awesomeness! If you want to get a free download of any of the books we mention during this episode be sure to hit up audibletrial.com/awesomewithalison and get a free audio book PLUS a 30 day free trial. Invest your time in good books and you'll be rich with awesomeness! 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 "Operation" by his band New Shack.

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 cheerleader and appreciate the supportive people in your life. I think this episode is going to make you love yourself even more, and feel really awesome after, so we hope you enjoy! If you want to get a free download of any of the books we mention during this episode be sure to hit up audibletrial.com/awesomewithalison and get a free audio book PLUS a 30 day free trial. Invest your time in good books and you'll be rich with awesomeness! 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 "Plastic Pool" by his band New Shack.

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 of any of the books we mention during this episode be sure to hit up audibletrial.com/awesomewithalison and get a free audio book PLUS a 30 day free trial. Invest your time in good books and you'll be rich with awesomeness! 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 sad closing song is "Inside Out" by his band New Shack.

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! If you have found value in this episode, or any others! Support the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ Eric's closing song is "House of Frankenstein" by his band New Shack

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! 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 "Sunburn" from his project OCEANEAR.

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 daily lives. I can 100% guarantee you'll get at least one lil nugget of value so we hope you listen 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/awesomewithalison/ Eric's closing song is "When You Came (Evermore Yours) by his project Present as Lord.

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 also chime in on our little survey, haha and tell us if you're #teameric or #teamalison in regards to the story we share. Haha! We hope you listen 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/awesomewithalison/ Eric's closing song is "Come Closer" by his project Pixel Pony.

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 straight up philosophical. You'll learn simple actionable ideas you can implement today! 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 "Morning's Light" by his project Present as Lord.

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 the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ Eric's closing song is "Neptune" by his band New Shack.

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 this episode, or any others! Support the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ Eric's closing song is "Stupid Heart" by his project Kissed Out.

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 others! Support the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ Eric's music is all up in this joint. No but really, it's all Eric's original music. Enjoy

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/awesomewithalison/ Eric's closing song is "Airplane" by his band New Shack.

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.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ Eric's closing song is New Shack's brand new single "Bit Map."

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 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 "Tongue Tied" by his project Pixel Pony.

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 episode, or any others! Support the podcast! https://www.patreon.com/awesomewithalison/ Eric's closing song is "Lonely Pocket Self" by New Shack.

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's closing song is "Dream About" by his project Present as Lord.

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 song is "Heart in the Rain" by his band New Shack.

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/awesomewithalison/ Eric's closing song is "Good Camera" by his project OCEANEAR.

Ok we are doing it. We're talking about how we make money, how we've made money, and how to figure out YOUR relationship with money so you can make more of it! Because it's not bad, it's 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's closing song is "Stereo Sedation" by his band New Shack.

We're sharing things we've noticed help us perform at our highest level, and keep us feeling awesome! And then we're giving you the how-to on creating a "Best Self" checklist of your own! 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 his band New Shack's cover of 1979 by The Smashing Pumpkins.

You're gonna love this! When you need validation, comfort, strength, or support, do you go to OUTSIDE sources? We're talking about why it can be better to look IN first, and sharing 5 ideas on how to do that. Prepare to get aware! 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 "Lights Go Out" by his past project Pixel Pony.

In this episode we're sharing some fun updates that we are excited about in our businesses, and reflecting back on how they would have never happened if we hadn't just gotten started! Hopefully you'll feel empowered to get a move on whatever it is you want to do! 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 "Universe" by his project OCEANEAR.

It's our anniversary!!! We're not pretending that we are marriage experts, but we have been happily married for 9 awesome years! And we do like each other enough to do a podcast together--so we're sharing a few things we've learned. We hope our experiences help you have a more awesome relationship with someone you love. Or you can just laugh at us. Either way, we hope you enjoy! 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 "A Million Pieces" by his band New Shack.

In this quick lil episode we share some ideas for making sure the people you love the most aren't getting the worst of you, and what we do to unplug and live IN THE NOW. 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 track is "Disassembly" by New Shack.

Often we are rich in resources that we don't even realize because we can only see our obstacles and excuses. So to help free your mind a bit, I share the four types of resources I think you can feel depleted of, and also share some exercises you can do to expand your horizons (from the comfort of your living room) and find more resources around you. You're gonna feel RICH! Or at least rich in awesomeness. 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 "ABC" by New Shack.

We've got special guest Melanie Day sharing her awesomeness and inspiration to live life to the fullest from the perspective of a cancer victim. Melanie has five years to live and isn't wasting any more time! She shares the habits she let go of with her diagnosis, her insight from doing chemo while pregnant--as well as giving us all tips for how to support a loved one with cancer, and divulges her plans for making every day exactly what she wants it to be! Find and support Melanie and her family of five at fiveyearstolive.org 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 "Love and Kindness" by Present as Lord.

I've been getting lots of questions about my recent weight loss, and like everything I do, I didn't want to say anything until I could say everything! So here you have it, my 20+ year struggle with my weight, and how I've finally found happiness and peace regardless of what I weigh. 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 "Minus Yours" by Kissed Out.

I go through what I call "Yes!" phases, and "No!" phases. And I think it’s helpful to define what type of phase you’re in so you don’t feel depleted and discouraged, and you’re putting out the right type of energy. So I offer some questions to help you determine if you're grooving in a "yes" or "no" phase, and some ideas for what to do in each! 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 "Send Your Mother My Best" by Present as Lord.

In this episode we introduce some new segments, and then chat about fear, and if it's possible to cultivate courage! SPOILER, we think it is, and we share some ideas for how! 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 "Blue Hot" by New Shack. Here is the link to the music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWh4dFvZl08

2016 happened, I learned some lessons, I shared them. Why one earth anyone cares I'll never know. But hopefully you find something helpful. 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: "The Finite," by OCEANEAR.

It's hard to feel awesome when things don't go the way you want them to. So in this episode we talk about things that went horribly wrong, or if not HORRIBLY wrong, at least not as we would have liked. We cover being excluded, people being mean, and not getting opportunities we thought we needed. Then we share why we're happy they happened and what we've learned. Hopefully it will help you see a not-so-fun thing happening in your life in a new way so you can start feeling a little bit more 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's closing song: "Little Boys" by New Shack

Is having fun THAT important? Yes, yes it is! That's why Susan Petersen of Freshly Picked and Alison share some of their most fun memories, and give tips for reclaiming your sense of fun, even if you can't remember what that is. 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: "It's the Alison" by the Alison Show

Ever wonder how we got started working for ourselves? We're gonna share the nitty gritty details of what creating two businesses with 3 kids looks like and the lessons we've learned! We also share our top piece of advice to help you get started on whatever your dream project is. Regardless of whether you're interested in becoming an entrepreneur, we've got some ideas on how to create the life you want! 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: "Dead Lips" by New Shack

Sure, sure setting goals is cute, but what about actually accomplishing them? In this episode we share 5 tips on how to GET ER DONE. Brace yourself for a productivity boost! 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: "Queen of Hearts" by New Shack