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But, What If You Did?Rest feels unsafe -- let's get into it!In Episode 128, we're diving into one of my more recent hot takes that seems to really be resonating with so many of you! I made a reel that said But first I'm sharing a bit about how endlessly scrolling is an example of something you may be experiencing that could be an indicator that there is something going on in the body that is deeper than what we can see on the surface. I've seen this surface with a couple of 1:1 clients recently and both had huge shifts in this behavior after just one somatic healing session. S...2024-06-2725 minBut, What If You Did?Gut health & how the energy body plays a role in what the physical body is experiencing with Jillian SmithIn Episode 126, Jillian Smith (Lead Dietician, GutPersonal) is back! We are diving into Gut Health and how your energy body plays a role in the physical body. In this conversation:Jillian shares her story behind how she started working with Bridgitte (GP founder) before GP existed and how that shifted Jillian's trajectory. Alyson shares her BTS with how she became curious about her own Gut HealthHow GutPersonal strives to make gut healing accessible to everyoneHormone health and the power of hormone testingHow advocating for your health can help you learn to advocate in all areas of li...2024-06-1341 minBut, What If You Did?Quitting my corporate job & taking the risk to make the leapIn episode 118, we're diving into quitting my corporate job, Khloe stepping back from the show for now, and what's next for me. Resources: Alyson's Interview - Magnetizing Mindset Episode with Karlie Kuehn - "The Profound Impact of Spiritual Healing"Exclusive Booking Link for Podcast Listeners for 1:1 Somatic Healing Sessions. Link will expire 5/1/24. DISCLAIMER: THINK OF ME AS AN EDUCATOR. NONE OF WHAT I'VE SHARED SHOULD BE TAKEN AS MEDICAL ADVICE BUT I AM EXCITED TO POUR INTO THIS COMMUNITY AND EDUCATE LISTENERS. OF COURSE YOU SHOULD ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR TRUSTED HEALTHCARE PROVIDER BE...2024-04-1723 minBut, What If You Did?Ask Me Anything with Alyson - Coaching, Breathwork, & Reiki edition with Guest Host Sam!In Episode 116, Sam is back to guest host a special edition ask me anything with Alyson. Sam has full reign to ask any and all questions around embodiment coaching, breathwork, and reiki / energy healing and she's asking all the questions you've been curious about but maybe a bit hesitant to ask! Perhaps you've been wondering:What is energy healing / Reiki? What lead Alyson to this work? What did that journey look like? What does a coaching session look like? How do you know if you are looking for a full coaching container versus a one off brea...2024-03-1844 minBut, What If You Did?When you shed the things that are no longer aligned, you create space to call in the things that are alignedIn Episode 115, Alyson is diving into how in seasons of change sometimes you have to let the things that are no longer serving you fall away in order to make space to call in the things that are more aligned. This might just be the permission slip you've been seeking but didn't know you actually needed!DISCLAIMER: THINK OF ME AS AN EDUCATOR. NONE OF WHAT I'VE SHARED SHOULD BE TAKEN AS MEDICAL ADVICE BUT I AM EXCITED TO POUR INTO THIS COMMUNITY AND EDUCATE LISTENERS. OF COURSE YOU SHOULD ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR TRUSTED HEALTHCARE PROVIDER BEFORE...2024-03-1217 minBut, What If You Did?Are you doing the work? Or are you DOING THE WORK?In Episode 114, Alyson is diving into what it means to really DO THE WORK. Are you the person the reads all the personal development books but doesn't answer any of the self-reflection questions? Are you the person that pays to work with the coach but doesn't do any of the suggested exercises? Same. But today I'm spilling the details on how I shifted that. In this conversation, Alyson also explores what working with a life coach looks like, what kind of coach she is and whether she's the type of coach you are looking for! Ready to dive in? T...2024-03-0521 minBut, What If You Did?I think I FINALLY figured it out... welcoming you to a new era with Alyson!In Episode 113, Alyson is sharing some insight and clarity around the future after what feels like years of trying to figure it out. If you're a 'But, What if You DID?' OG listener you're not going to want to miss this one! And if you're new here -- welcome to a new era in my journey -- I'm honored to have you along of the ride. Shout out to Khloe for allowing me space to share and connect one on one with you this week!DISCLAIMER: THINK OF ME AS AN EDUCATOR. NONE OF WHAT I'VE S...2024-02-2629 minBut, What If You Did?YOU already have the answers inside of YOU + finding the right coaches that will help you make the quantum leaps with Ashley O'ConnorIn Episode 112, Alyson sits down with Ashley O'Connor, one of her very first life coaching clients to talk about her journey and the power behind working with a coach. Shortly after they started working together, Ashley left her job as a registered nurse to become a health and burnout coach and digital nomad. Ashley is also the host of 'The Ashley O Show' Podcast.In this conversation we dive into:Ashley's pivots within healthcare before she took the leapThe narratives that are keeping us stuck & the narratives that Ashley had to break through in order to...2024-02-1953 minBut, What If You Did?[Coffee Chat] Come catch up on all things January!In Episode 111✨ -- We are catching up on all things January 2024. Alyson's on a roller coaster and Khloe's feeling more settled in this season. We dive into sooo many things!! This is a very different vibe coffee chat but we both really enjoyed recording this one. Join us to see where we go!!DISCLAIMER: THINK OF ME AS AN EDUCATOR. NONE OF WHAT I'VE SHARED SHOULD BE TAKEN AS MEDICAL ADVICE BUT I AM EXCITED TO POUR INTO THIS COMMUNITY AND EDUCATE LISTENERS. OF COURSE YOU SHOULD ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR TRUSTED HEALTHCARE PROVIDER BEFORE MAKING HEALTH-RELATED DECISIONS.2024-02-1233 minBut, What If You Did?The power of breathwork & why the 'Academy of Breath' might just be the thing to change the game for you in 2024 with AOB founder Ava JohannaIn Episode 109, we sit down with the founder of 'The Academy of Breath' Ava Johanna. In this conversation we dive into:Alyson's experience with AOB in 2023Ava shares her story from rock bottom to finding the transformational power of BreathworkHow our inner brilliance is always speaking to us and yet we let fear overpower that inner wisdom How rock bottoms have the ability to transform our storiesHow Ava knew it was time to create a certification program and the journey to doing soKnowing which mountain is yours to climb versus what mountain society tells you to climbBreathwork clears t...2024-01-2239 minBut, What If You Did?Goals, Intentions, & Feelings heading into 2024 (...and a mini-surprise thats kind of a big deal mid-episode!)In Episode 106, we're back to celebrate the start to the New Year after a short Holiday hiatus. Stick with us though -- there's a REALLY EXCITING/FUN ANNOUNCEMENT MID-EPISODE. In this conversation, we catch up on what's happened since Alyson's move across the country and Khloe's move to a new apartment. We chat how we're feeling about goals, intentions, & feelings heading into the New Year and how we both are already seeing a through line/focus on building self-trust this year. DISCLAIMER: THINK OF ME AS AN EDUCATOR. NONE OF WHAT I'VE SHARED SHOULD BE TAKEN AS M...2024-01-0132 minBut, What If You Did?The Holiday Season is HERE! Family dynamics, holiday expectations, & showing up unapologetically as ourselves through it all!In Episode 103, we're talking navigating all the dynamics that come along with the holidays. In this conversation we dive into how Alyson anticipates the new dynamics around her to shift this holiday season, we chat how holidays often bring forward our unhealed inner child wounds, how people don't always show up as the best version of themselves on holidays, giving ourselves permission to show up however we choose to show up without expectation - shame - or regret and so much more. We share how holiday dynamics look different for both of us and lean into what we can...2023-11-2029 minBut, What If You Did?Chaos Resiliency - How does chaos make you feel? Now - how do you want it to feel?In Episode 102, we're talking how to survive chaos and how to thrive in chaos. We dive into how Alyson shifted from not really 'thriving' in chaos (even though her internal narrative was 'I am thriving in the chaos') to feeling more confident and in control in chaotic seasons. Khloe defines 'chaos resiliency' as "I am controlling my day vs. my day is controlling me" and we deep dive how that sentiment resonates for both of us. We discuss how chaos filled seasons have felt in our bodies when we weren't thriving and how we've each personally made the transition...2023-11-1328 minBut, What If You Did?[Coffee Chat] Life updates, Alyson's move across the country, & more!In Episode 101, we're catching up on all the life things! Alyson has had some big changes in the last few weeks and she's sharing her behind the scenes. We chat having a beginners mindset, practicing surrender, moving through the seasons (literal seasons & just seasons of life), the raw feelings that come with transitions, surviving vs. thriving and so much more! DISCLAIMER: THINK OF ME AS AN EDUCATOR. NONE OF WHAT I'VE SHARED SHOULD BE TAKEN AS MEDICAL ADVICE BUT I AM EXCITED TO POUR INTO THIS COMMUNITY AND EDUCATE LISTENERS. OF COURSE YOU SHOULD ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR T...2023-11-0633 minBut, What If You Did?EPISODE 100!! Come Celebrate with Us!In Episode 100, We're celebrating the first 100 episodes of 'But, What if You DID?'!! Alyson shares the origin story, reflects back on the last 100 episodes, and together we share our hope for next 100 episodes. It is such a gift to have this space to share our experiences with all of you and we are just so grateful to have you along for the ride with us! Do you have a favorite episode or memory or reflection? We would love to hear from you! DISCLAIMER: THINK OF ME AS AN EDUCATOR. NONE OF WHAT I'VE SHARED SHOULD BE T...2023-10-3030 minBut, What If You Did?[Birthday Series Pt. 2] Reflections from the Last Year with Alyson!In Episode 96, it's Part 2 of our Birthday Series and this time were diving into Alyson's lessons from the last year! If you tuned in to last years birthday's reflections, I promise we are going way deeper this year! So grab your favorite coffee and let's dive right in - if something resonates we would love to hear from you... either slides into our DMs or we would love for you to leave a review of the show!DISCLAIMER: THINK OF ME AS AN EDUCATOR. NONE OF WHAT I'VE SHARED SHOULD BE TAKEN AS MEDICAL ADVICE BUT I...2023-10-0225 minBut, What If You Did?[Coffee Chat] Come Catch Up on Life Things with Us! 👀💍✨In Episode 94 we invite you to come catch up on life with us! Alyson has some exciting news to share, Khloe says RIP to her 20s, we dive into all of the little synchronicities we've been experiencing lately, and share our real time life reflections about the good - the bad and everything in between. DISCLAIMER: THINK OF ME AS AN EDUCATOR. NONE OF WHAT I'VE SHARED SHOULD BE TAKEN AS MEDICAL ADVICE BUT I AM EXCITED TO POUR INTO THIS COMMUNITY AND EDUCATE LISTENERS. OF COURSE YOU SHOULD ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR TRUSTED HEALTHCARE PROVIDER B...2023-09-1832 minBut, What If You Did?Talking all things Reiki & the meaning of the 🦇!!In Episode 93, We're diving into 'What is Reiki?' and walking through Alyson's first Reiki experience + why she can't wait for her next one. We dive into the real & raw thoughts coming out of the session -- the bat story comes full circle and Khloe tries to land some of analogies that you don't want to miss!Resources we discussed - Book a Reiki Session with Karlie!Check Out Karlie's Podcast - Magnetizing Mindset DISCLAIMER: THINK OF ME AS AN EDUCATOR. NONE OF WHAT I'VE SHARED SHOULD BE TAKEN AS...2023-09-0434 minBut, What If You Did?Chasing Simple Marketing and the winding path that took Amanda Warfield from Teacher to AuthorIn Episode 89, Amanda Warfield returns to share the lessons learned from writing her first book - "Chasing Simple Marketing". Join Alyson & Amanda (returning guest from Season 1 ) as we walk through Amanda's entrepreneurial journey. In this conversation Amanda shares the winding path that got her from teacher --> simplicity focused blogger --> content batching educator --> content marketing strategist --> AUTHOR! Amanda is also the host of the 'Chasing Simple' Podcast. She shares the real and raw truth behind becoming an entrepreneur and the often glazed over realities behind building a business. This is not another $0-$100k...2023-08-0757 minBut, What If You Did?Building Leadership Ability in the Workplace with Nichole HarropIn today's conversation I'm sitting down with Nichole Harrop to talk how to build leadership ability in the work place. Nichole is the podcast host of the 'Future Female Leaders' Podcast (TUNE IN to Nichole's show HERE) and is on a mission to help create more female leaders in the workplace (but don't worry her incredible tips & tricks are applicable to everyone!). She has led teams in the corporate world for over 10 years and has a passion to make a bigger impact through her Future Leaders Program which helps prepare entry level team members for their first leadership role.2023-02-201h 05But, What If You Did?The Power of Breathwork & Learning to Lead Authentically with Sarah BrackmannIn Episode 80, I'm sitting down with Sarah Brackmann. Sarah is a Trauma Informed Breathwork Facilitator, 200 Hour Yoga Instructor, & Certified Personal Trainer. In today's conversation Sarah & I explore the power in Breathwork as a transformative newer modality that you may or may not be as familiar with. The conversation ends up down a 'learning to lead authentically' leadership rabbit hole (which I was totally okay with!). We talk about the struggle behind chasing the constantly moving goal post, we dive into learning to trust our inner & outer voices, but most importantly we reflect on how doing the self g...2023-02-1345 minBut, What If You Did?Leadership Lesson: Building Trust in the Work Place & the Importance of Relational CapitalToday we're kicking off season 4! In today's conversation we dive into what is trust, how to build trust, the difference between practical trust & emotional trust, what trust in the work place looks like and how to rebuild trust when trust is lost. We also dip our toe in exploring what relational capital is and how it might just be the thing that gets your through those tougher messy middle transitions. Relational capital is all about connectedness and when we aren't thriving, connectedness is for sure a core need. Resources:Forbes article on Relational Capital Fun S...2023-01-2334 minBut, What If You Did?Part 2: Building Culture - Why Investing In & Building People is the Key to Shifting Culture in Real Time... Ps. Leaders - Emotional Labor is Part of the Job!Episode 78 is Part 2 of my building culture mini series. In today's conversation I'm diving into why investing in & building people is the key to shifting culture in real time. But with building people comes a lot of emotional labor. In the book Radical Candor, they talk about how “Emotional labor is not just part of the job; it’s the key to being a good boss” and so we're diving into why this matters! I share insight into why it so important for people to be able to bring their whole selves to work. We discuss why buildi...2022-12-0523 minBut, What If You Did?Part 1: Building Culture - What’s Working, What Isn’t & Why I Believe Middle Management is the Secret to Radical Change & Making the Shift to a ‘People First’ ApproachEpisode 77 is Part 1 of a 2-part Episode on Building Culture. If you aren't familiar with my story, I spent 15 years working in Entertainment Industry in a completely toxic work culture. After hitting my own personal rock bottom, I started over in the financial tech industry. I went from independent contributor to people leader all while going through a certification program to become a life coach. I have found my life coaching skills to be completely transferrable to my new position as a people leader and I'm sharing my thoughts & insight behind how I believe millennial leaders can shift the...2022-11-2837 minBut, What If You Did?Growing our Relationship with Money, The Power of Choice & Living in the Gray Space with Sydney FletcherIn Episode 76, Sydney shares her personal story from ticking the box as a 'successful' corporate Graphic Designer to hitting rock bottom, to rebuilding during the pandemic and stepping into & owning her identity as her most aligned self as a Life Coach & Yoga Instructor. While we truly hit on so many powerful lessons some of my favorites were how Sydney shifts the idea of 'positive thinking' to 'perspective', how awareness around binary thinking can help us move through stress & overwhelm, how to grow our relationship with money, the power of choice & what happens when we choose to live in the g...2022-11-2150 minBut, What If You Did?Permission to be Human: My Journey to Healing my Inner People PleaserIn Episode 75, I'm sharing my journey to healing my inner people pleaser & inviting you to come along for the ride. "So if you're looking for permission to do something differently, seeking permission to try something new - consider this your sign from the universe. Permission Granted."But I'll let you in on a little secret... you don't need my permission - you only need your own!From the blog: "People pleasing… something I've been asked countless times to cover on the podcast and yet the timing never felt quite right. It's a conv...2022-10-3135 minBut, What If You Did?Personal Life Lessons & Reflections: Creating Space, Energy Driven Boundaries & Connecting with your Body with Special Guest Megan SeamansIn this conversation, I've invited Megan Seamans back to have a special reflection conversation with me! Megan was a guest on the show in Season 1 where we talked all things human design and life coaching. Following that conversation, I started working with Megan as one of my coaches and today Megan is here to reflect back to me on some pretty powerful lessons from the last year! This episode is packed with life lessons, bonus lessons, random reflections, tangents, and more as I celebrate my 35th birthday! Come celebrate with us! If I shared the details of...2022-09-2659 minBut, What If You Did?From Chronic, Progressive, Incurable -> Turning Pain into Purpose with Sarah WaislerIn today's conversation I'm sitting down with Sarah Waisler. Sarah did a year-long juice fast to heal herself from conditions doctors told her were chronic, progressive, and incurable. This is a powerful conversation around healing your body, how the body keeps score, and how we all have the ability to heal within us. EPISODE DETAILS[4:53] Sarah's Story![8:00] Learning to be your own best advocate[9:00] The body keeps score [11:00] We are all doing the best we can with the tools we have[11:26] The body is the subconscious mind [16:00] Sarah's year l...2022-09-1947 minBut, What If You Did?Exploring Ayurveda: the Oldest System of Medicine with Kimberly KubickeIn episode 72, I'm sitting down with Kimberly Kubicke to explore the world of Ayurveda, also known as, the oldest system of medicine. Ayurveda literally translates to the science of life. Part of learning to thrive in transition seasons is learning to holistically care for yourself and as some of my favorite podcasters 'The Shrink Chicks' always say, "to grow yourself you have to know yourself!" While this is likely the first time you've heard of Ayurveda, I hope the conversation is insightful and maybe leaves you a little more curious to go explore this ancient modality. If...2022-09-051h 00But, What If You Did?Perfectionism, Burnout, & Mental Health Awareness - Life Lessons from the Classroom with Amber MyrenIn Episode 71 I'm sitting down with Amber Myren - a high school social studies teacher with an entrepreneurial side hustle. We're diving into how perfectionism shows up inside and outside of the classroom, how to get ahead of the burnout cycle, and Amber shines light on the realities teachers are facing inside the classroom supporting students mental health. We deep dive all things self-care, how disorganization is usually a sign of something deeper, and share tips and tricks for finding organizational tools that work for you! Grab some coffee and come hang for a bit!Episode Details: 2022-08-011h 01But, What If You Did?'Being Apart of the Solution' with Lisa Handback - How Political Activism can Look Different for Each of us!In this episode Lisa Handback returns to talk through how you can get involved in the upcoming state primary elections, how to navigate the information and disinformation around Roe V. Wade being overturned, how political activism looks different for everyone, and how to honor your mental health while moving through the hard stuff. Lisa reminds us there is a place for everyone in the process and I hope this episode leaves you feeling a little less paralyzed and more empowered. Lisa Handback is an Alabama native and resident who earned her undergrad in both Criminal Justice and S...2022-07-2543 minBut, What If You Did?'Growing Joy' with author Maria FaillaIn today's conversation, I'm sitting down with Maria Failla. Maria is the author of the recently published book 'Growing Joy - The Plant Lovers Guide to Cultivating Happiness (and Plants)', the host of the 'Bloom and Grow Radio Show' Podcast, and leader of the Bloom and Grow Garden Society. We're going behind the scenes of writing her new book 'Growing Joy' and diving into all things life lessons from the garden. Episode Details:[3:30] A little bit about Maria - author, podcaster, speaker, actress, singer[6:00] The winding road to now - living in the messy...2022-07-1854 minBut, What If You Did?Sam is back! We're talking Job Transitions & Self-Advocacy in the WorkplaceIn Episode 68 my bestie Sam is back. Sam has previously appeared on 3 other episodes (one of which she solo Guest hosted!) but it's time for a life update! Sam started a new job a few months back and we're talking about what it's like in the messy middle of a job transition and how important self-advocacy skills are in he workplace! [1:45] - Going from manager to independent contributor (aka a leader amongst peers)[2:28] - Leading through influence [3:50] - The significance of environmental influences in our work spaces and how we can influence that[5:00...2022-07-1137 minBut, What If You Did?We're back! A RAW messy middle life update with Alyson!In Episode 67 we're taking a raw, unscripted trip down memory lane through the messy middle of the last two years. I'm pulling back the curtain on the never ending emotional roller coaster and sharing what's next for me in my professional life. Warning: big changes ahead! My intent with this podcast is to normalize the messy middle seasons and although this conversation felt really vulnerable I hope it leaves you feeling a little less alone and a little more inspired to take action in your own life. Today's episode is Sponsored by GutPersonal. Use the link to...2022-07-0422 minBut, What If You Did?Behind the Scenes with 'DayDreamers' Co-Founder & Author of 'On-Adulting' Katina MountanosEpisode 66 - Today I'm going behind the scenes with Katina Mountanos. Katina Mountanos is the Chief Well-being Officer and co-founder of Daydreamers, a mental well-being company that is expanding the minds of adults through creative habits. In an increasingly robotic world, Daydreamers is on a mission to help humans access our most innate and powerful trait - creativity - so we can all live happier, healthier lives. Katina is also a published well-being author (Simon & Schuster), has a Master's in Clinical Psychology from Columbia's Mind-Body Institute, and certified coach, meditation + yoga teacher. After enduring the burnout cycle, s...2022-05-021h 05But, What If You Did?Creating More Human-Centric Workplaces with Angela HowardIn episode 65 we dive into all things culture with Angela Howard. Angela is an organizational psychologist, culture strategist and social entrepreneur working to build human-centric workplaces, better leaders and thriving communities along-side growth minded leaders. Her mission is to create more human-centric workplaces that send happier and more fulfilled humans home to further enrich their communities and society. She does this by serving as a trusted thought leader advisor to owners, founders and CEOs interested in shaping and “actualizing” their organizational cultures for the collective good of their organizations, employees and the communities they serve. Angela shares that...2022-03-2848 minBut, What If You Did?Mindful Productivity with Sarah StecklerIn Episode 64 – Mindful Productivity with Sarah Seckler - I sit down with Sarah Steckler! Sarah is a Productivity Strategist who teaches entrepreneurs how to organize their mind, create sustainable & mindful productivity inside of Notion, and turn ideas into published planners & journals they can sell around the world! She's the host of the Mindful Productivity Podcast and author of a variety of journals and planners including the Mindful Productivity Guide Undated Planner and the Daily Productivity & Brain Dump Book. While the conversation is all about all thing’s mindful productivity, Sarah and I share our best tips and trick...2022-01-1750 minBut, What If You Did?On Setting Goals In Seasons Where it Feels Really Hard To Set GoalsIn Episode 63, we’ll dive into how I get started with goal setting (what brings you joy and meaning?), we’ll talk about how a simple perspective shift (how do I want to feel while working on the goal?) might be the key to setting more meaningful goals and we’re going to talk about why learning goals might serve you more than performance goals in transitional seasons!Resources: MindsetSelf-CompassionDISCLAIMER: THINK OF ME AS AN EDUCATOR. NONE OF WHAT I'VE SHARED SHOULD BE TAKEN...2022-01-0419 minBut, What If You Did?How Podcasting Helped Me Grow Into a More Empathetic LeaderI never expected podcasting to teach me so many valuable life skills but what if you tried something new and it changed the way you interacted with the world? This week I’m sharing how podcasting has helped me grow into a more empathetic leader. Podcasting has become one of my greatest adventures, the relationships I’ve built through podcasting have challenged me to grow as a human, I’ve learned there is power behind each person’s unique story and how important listening skills are. It’s taught me the power in word choice and how shared experiences connect us...2021-12-2023 minBut, What If You Did?On Practicing Self-Compassion & Boundary Setting in Transitional Seasons of LifeIn this episode …•Practicing self-compassion (self-kindness, common humanity, mindfulness)• How boundaries may need to shift with seasons of life•Why we struggle to set boundaries•How to better communicate our boundaries Life Update:But, What If You Did? will be switching to bi-weekly episodes through March to make space for some other life changes. Listen in to learn more!ResourcesHow To Practice Self-CompassionJournal PromptsWhat would the most trusting version of myself do? What would your future self say? 'WWYFSS'DISCLAIMER: THINK OF ME...2021-12-0723 minBut, What If You Did?On Processing Emotional LaborIn today’s episode were talking about emotional labor! By the end of the episode, you will be able to identify what emotional labor is, you’ll learn ways in which emotional labor shows up in your own life, learn how it influences your day to day, understand the consequences of emotional labor and learn a couple prompts to help your process / and manage the effort you put forth into emotional labor moving forward. Along the way, I’ll share my own processing of the term, how it shows up in my life and talk about how emotional labor can ul...2021-11-0917 minBut, What If You Did?Is it FACT or is it THOUGHT?In today’s episode I’m flying solo and challenging you ponder an important question -- Is it fact or is it thought? I’ll dive into how the question helped me navigate some hard emotions around transitions this week, how problems and the present cannot exist together and share an exercise I learned to disrupt my headspace when I’m struggling with ‘what if’ moments that are no longer serving me. My hope is these questions, thoughts and exercises will inspire you to take action in your own life and maybe leave you feeling a little more empowered to stay the...2021-11-0115 minBut, What If You Did?A Double Shot of Branding With Michelle ParkerPersonal brands have become our virtual business cards and I truly believe building and growing a personal brand can benefit everyone not just entrepreneurs. In this conversation, I sit down with Michelle Parker. Michelle is the owner of Michelle Marie Studio, a creative design agency focused on bringing brands to life via logo design, website design and collateral design. Michelle specializes in modern, clean minimalistic designs for the creative entrepreneur and small business owner. Michelle is the designer I worked with to re-fresh my branding for my personal brand and the podcast and today we get to share the...2021-10-2541 minBut, What If You Did?'Stop Half-Assing It!' with Jasmine WilliamsHow often have you felt alone when navigating a hard experience? Perhaps that feeling of loneliness came in the form of a job loss, losing a loved one, a relocation, a crumbling friendship you thought would last forever? In today’s conversation I sit down with Jasmine Williams. Jasmine is a powerhouse Adversity & Resilience Speaker, who teaches audiences how failure and adversity can help them grow. Using her firsthand experiences, Jasmine helps audiences support classmates and colleagues through grief, anxiety, and other difficult life experiences. In Episode 57 – ‘Stop Half-Assing it!’ Jasmine shares how an unexpected layoff challenged her abili...2021-10-1854 minBut, What If You Did?Reminder! Everything is Temporary with Jillian SmithWhen we feel stuck in life, what we often need most is to move in a different direction. But transition itself can often feel challenging. To openly be able to change course is something that needs to be practiced. In our Season 1 Finale, I welcome Jillian Smith for a conversation that I’m sure will leave you feeling a little more capable to take on the hard stuff in your own life. Jillian speaks to how she overcame the challenges of being a young professional amid a pandemic, the bold but necessary risks that showed up while she was gr...2021-08-3044 minBut, What If You Did?When Life Coaching Meets Human Design - why you can't describe it, you just have to experience it with Megan SeamansIn this episode, we take a behind the scenes look at life coaching and explore tip what the Human Design world has to offer. ( If you love the enneagram, you're going to love Human Design!) In this conversation I sit down with Megan Seamans who is an International Life Coach, speaker, author, and world traveler.For the past 5 years, she’s supported women as they learn to tap into their magic and confidently lead their life. Through transformative coaching sessions and discovering their unique Human Design, she takes women from overwhelmed and uncertain to clear, con...2021-08-2344 minBut, What If You Did?What's holding YOU back from getting where YOU want to go in life? YOU .... Money ... Time ... Societal Expectations? Sound familiar? Then this one's for YOU!This week Sam is back and we've got another really fun episode planned! (If you don't remember Sam, be sure to check out Episodes 4, 8, and 27!) A few weeks ago a friend put up a FB post asking 'what was holding people back from being who they want to be or getting where they want to get in life?' and it was the best millennial case study I could have accidentally stumbled across! Turns out it’s a lot of the same… so come hang for a bit as Sam and I unpack the top 5 things holding millennials back from...2021-08-0945 minBut, What If You Did?What do you think you'll be most proud of yourself for?When you look back a year from now, what do you think you'll be most proud of yourself for? This is my favorite question to end conversations with because we rarely give ourselves the credit we deserve for surviving and thriving in tough seasons of life.Next week 'But, What if You DID?' celebrates its one year anniversary. Grab some coffee and come hang for a bit as I share how the podcast started, what I've learned from our guests over the last year, what to expect as I wrap up Season 1, what I've what you...2021-08-0215 minBut, What If You Did?Brain Retraining & the Brain/Body Connection with Lindsay Mitchell founder of Vital-Side™Every so often a situation arises that triggers the ‘fight or flight’ response. Unfortunately, for those living with a chronic illness or chronic symptoms, that trigger rarely goes away. In this episode of But, What If You Did Podcast, Alyson Pallanck welcomes Lindsay Mitchell to talk about neuroplasticity and the role brain retraining plays in chronic diagnosis. Lindsay shares her story of how her own experiences with Lyme disease led her to start Vital-Side™– an innovative approach to brain retraining designed to help you find freedom from the debilitating symptoms of chronic illness. As a bonus, we dive into...2021-07-2649 minBut, What If You Did?The Intersection Between Creative Well-Being & NatureSurprise! I’m recording solo for the first time in a couple months and sharing a bit about some new curiosities I’m exploring and what’s working well for me in this season of life. I also share a bit about what I’m working on and how focusing in on my creative well-being has been a game changer for me!To be completely transparent, somedays I feel like I'm getting closer to my goals and other days I feel like I'm spinning my wheels but at the end of the day I'm just like YOU navigati...2021-07-1928 minBut, What If You Did?Finding Your Inner Stability & Cultivating a Connection with the Natural World with Alyssa Benjamin9/11 taught us how unstable our external world was. The financial crash taught us that careers are not guaranteed even if you work hard. These pivotal shifts in our external world challenged our core beliefs and has left our generation searching for answers for more than a decade. The Covid-19 pandemic taught us to pause and gave us the opportunity to do the soul growth work that was so very much needed but ignored as we wore ‘busy’ as a badge of honor. Alyssa believes many of the struggles we collectively experienced over the last year were a direct result of t...2021-07-1247 minBut, What If You Did?Your Energy Is Your Biggest Asset with Bridgitte CarrollHave you ever stopped to consider: “what is money?” Money is a tangible exchange for value, money is abundance and most importantly money is energy. In this episode of But, What if You did? I sit down with Bridgitte Carroll, a functional health dietitian and Business Coach. Bridgitte is a firm believer that your energy is your biggest asset and that if you're making decisions that deplete or undervalue your energy, then you challenge your ability to live abundantly. We talk about Bridgitte’s decision to leave her stable corporate job amid the pandemic and how her willingness to lean i...2021-06-2843 minBut, What If You Did?Life Lessons - Absorbing the Loss with Asha WilsonWhen you encounter a loss, how do you prevent yourself from dwelling on what you missed? For Asha, It’s all about learning to absorb the loss. In this episode of the ‘But, What If You Did’ Podcast, I’m joined by Asha Wilson to chat her experience with taking risks, shifting perspective on the ever present millennial quest to achieve work-life balance, and what you ned to do to be perceived as irreplaceable in the corporate world. Asha shares some of the best pieces of advice shes received and we chat how the learning to absorb the loss can help...2021-06-2148 minBut, What If You Did?Career Chat - Building & Fostering Professional Relationships with Emily De Silva of Cultivated TalentAs a result of the pandemic, many of us are no longer working the same job or even the same industry anymore. For some, the choice to pivot wasn’t optional but for others the pandemic pulled back the curtain on what was truly important in life and that has left us with a gut feeling that we are made for more. But, do we really have what it takes to pivot? In this episode of ‘But, What If You Did’ the Podcast, Alyson Pallanck is joined by Emily De Silva of Cultivated Talent to chat all things networking, an app...2021-06-1440 min
But, What If You Did?46 [Interview] Finding the Life Lesson in the Struggle with Lindsey WilliamsIn this episode, Lindsey shares a recent life lesson she learned from a community she’s apart of. From speaker-author Nataly Kogan, Lindsey explains how the struggle is optional. Life will always have challenges, but we don't have to struggle with each of those challenges. It’s about how we learn to shape our thoughts in response to problems and how we choose to approach them. So many of the struggles we face are rooted in how we react to external events. There's no denying that challenges are real, but the struggle is often brought about by our own thou...2021-06-0747 min
But, What If You Did?45 [Interview] Failing Forward with Katie HakeHead on over to our website www.butwhatifyoudidpod.com for all the latest on the podcast, show notes, access to my 'grow through the hard stuff' blog, and to download any of our action packed resources discussed on the show and while you’re there join our Community! The BWIYD Insiders Community Newsletter is the best way to stay 'in the know' and hear about ALL the things first! Ps. be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so that you never miss an episode, and leave a review! If you leave a review on Apple Podcasts and sen...2021-05-3138 min
But, What If You Did?44 [Interview] Trusting Your Intuition with Lahana ViglianoHead on over to our website www.butwhatifyoudidpod.com for all the latest on the podcast, show notes, access to my 'grow through the hard stuff' blog, and to download any of our action packed resources discussed on the show and while you’re there join our Community! The BWIYD Insiders Community Newsletter is the best way to stay 'in the know' and hear about ALL the things first! Ps. be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so that you never miss an episode, and leave a review! If you leave a review on Apple Podcasts and sen...2021-05-2442 min
But, What If You Did?43 [Interview] Proof That You Don't Need a New Degree to Pivot or Change Careers with Kerri McDonaldHead on over to our website www.butwhatifyoudidpod.com for all the latest on the podcast, show notes, access to my 'grow through the hard stuff' blog, and to download any of our action packed resources discussed on the show and while you’re there join our Community! The BWIYD Insiders Community Newsletter is the best way to stay 'in the know' and hear about ALL the things first! Ps. be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so that you never miss an episode, and leave a review! If you leave a review on Apple Podcasts and sen...2021-05-1741 min
But, What If You Did?42 [Interview] Dr. Veronica Eyo on Self-Compassion, Living in Alignment With Your Core Values & Accepting Where You're at Now!Head on over to our website www.butwhatifyoudidpod.com for all the latest on the podcast, show notes, access to my 'grow through the hard stuff' blog, and to download any of our action packed resources discussed on the show and while you’re there join our Community! The BWIYD Insiders Community Newsletter is the best way to stay 'in the know' and hear about ALL the things first! Ps. be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so that you never miss an episode, and leave a review! If you leave a review on Apple Podcasts and sen...2021-05-1042 min
But, What If You Did?41 [Interview] Why Busy Isn't a Badge of honor with Anna Dearmon KornickHead on over to our website www.butwhatifyoudidpod.com for all the latest on the podcast, show notes, access to my 'grow through the hard stuff' blog, and to download any of our action packed resources discussed on the show and while you’re there join our Community! The BWIYD Insiders Community Newsletter is the best way to stay 'in the know' and hear about ALL the things first! Ps. be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so that you never miss an episode, and leave a review! If you leave a review on Apple Podcasts and sen...2021-05-0346 min
But, What If You Did?40 [Real Talk] 3 Mistakes Your Making When it Comes to Creating a Morning Routine That SticksHead on over to our website www.butwhatifyoudidpod.com for all the latest on the podcast, show notes, access to my 'grow through the hard stuff' blog, and to download any of our action packed resources discussed on the show and while you’re there join our Community! The BWIYD Insiders Community Newsletter is the best way to stay 'in the know' and hear about ALL the things first! Ps. be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so that you never miss an episode, and leave a review! If you leave a review on Apple Podcasts and sen...2021-04-2615 min
But, What If You Did?[Interview] Building a Strong Foundation with Laci Mottice of the Inviting Garden Co.Head on over to our website www.butwhatifyoudidpod.com for all the latest on the podcast, show notes, access to my 'grow through the hard stuff' blog, and to download any of our action packed resources discussed on the show and while you’re there join our Community! The BWIYD Insiders Community Newsletter is the best way to stay 'in the know' and hear about ALL the things first! Ps. be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so that you never miss an episode, and leave a review! If you leave a review on Apple Podcasts and sen...2021-04-1937 min
But, What If You Did?38 [COFFEE CHAT] Digital vs. Paper with Bekah ReadShow Notes Head on over to our website butwhatifyoudidpod.com for all the latest on the podcast, show notes, access to my 'grow through the hard stuff' blog, and to download any of our action packed resources discussed on the show! Join our Community! The BWIYD Community Insiders list is the best way to stay in the know and hear about things first! Be sure to subscribe so that you never miss an episode, and leave a review! If you leave a review on Apple Podcasts and send a screen shot to @but.whatifyoudid.thepodcast on Instagr...2021-04-1624 min
But, What If You Did?37 [Interview] The Key to Unlocking Your Most Productive Self with Amanda WarfieldShow Notes Head on over to our website butwhatifyoudidpod.com for all the latest on the podcast, show notes, access to my 'grow through the hard stuff' blog, and to download any of our action packed resources discussed on the show! Join our Community! The BWIYD Community Insiders list is the best way to stay in the know and hear about things first! Be sure to subscribe so that you never miss an episode, and leave a review! If you leave a review on Apple Podcasts and send a screen shot to @but.whatifyoudid.thepodcast on Instagr...2021-04-1236 min
But, What If You Did?36 [Lesson Learned] Unpopular Opinion - You’re doing too much!Head on over to our website www.butwhatifyoudidpod.com for all the latest on the podcast, show notes, access to my 'grow through the hard stuff' blog, and to download any of our action packed resources discussed on the show! Join our Community! The BWIYD Community Insiders list is the best way to stay in the know and hear about things first! Be sure to subscribe so that you never miss an episode, and leave a review! If you leave a review on Apple Podcasts and send a screen shot to @but.whatifyoudid.thepodcast on Instagram or ema...2021-04-0515 min
But, What If You Did?35. BONUS [COFFEE CHAT] Brooke Tyler Benson on Financial Literacy MonthHead on over to our website www.butwhatifyoudidpod.com for all the latest on the podcast, show notes from this episode, access to my 'grow through the hard stuff' blog, and to download any of our action packed resources discussed on the show! Join our Community! The BWIYD Community Insiders list is the best way to stay in the know and hear about things first! Be sure to subscribe so that you never miss an episode, and leave a review! If you leave a review on Apple Podcasts and send a sc...2021-04-0229 min
But, What If You Did?34 [REAL TALK] Growth Seasons Suck! 7 Steps to Get Yourself Back on TrackIn, episode 34 - REAL TALK - Growth Seasons Suck! 7 Steps to get Yourself Back on Track, I share my 7 step process for working through a growth season! Come hang out for a bit and let's learn to navigate the messy stuff together - Get clear on where you're at! Re-focus in on your 'WHY'. Identify what you need to take action. Check your environment. CALL YOUR SHOT. Identify a plan to manage your stress while you work through this uncertain season. Keep going! Head on over to our website www.butwhatifyoudidpod.com for all the latest on the pod...2021-03-2926 min
But, What If You Did?33. [REAL TALK] The power behind connection, the golden rule & why authentic relationships matterIn, episode 33 - REAL TALK - The power behind connection, the golden rule & why authentic relationships matter, we discuss - The golden rule: 'Treat others the way you want to be treated'. Why it is so hard for adults to follow this 'rule'. Why we can't do life alone and how humans are social creatures that need connection to survive and thrive. Why empathy matters. How we can't operate optimally in less-than-optimal conditions. How authentic relationships are necessary for surviving the toughest seasons in life. How practicing self-awareness can actually help cultivate deeper connection and more authentic relationships. 2021-03-2214 min
But, What If You Did?32 - [Interview] Dr. Lauren Cook on DECISION MAKING through those messy, uncomfortable life transitions!In, episode 32 - Interview - Dr. Lauren Cook on Decision Making Through those Messy, Uncomfortable Life Transitions. Topics include - 2020 was the first time in our lives that life was happening to us rather than for us. 2020 has been the ultimate waiting game - how to do the best with the day you have in front of you? Is waiting the right choice for me or is waiting a form of avoidance? Is this coming from a well thought out decision or by fear of being uncomfortable? Distress tolerance - getting comfortable with being uncomfortable. Transferrable skills and how to...2021-03-1544 min
But, What If You Did?31 [Spring Cleaning] Why time & routine audits are life changing and a critical part of self-careIn, episode 31 - Spring Cleaning - Why time & routine audits are life changing and a critical part of self-care - we learn about a simple strategy to help you make space for the things that matter most in life! Topics include - Time auditing and routine auditing explained. How and when to perform time and/or routine audits. What time and/or routine audits might look like for you. Why I believe time and/or routine audits are a critical part of self-care. Journal Questions: How could committing to performing a time audit serve m...2021-03-0819 min
But, What If You Did?30 [Spring Cleaning] Limiting beliefs & the stories that made us who we areIn Episode 30 - Spring Cleaning - Limiting beliefs & the stories made us who we are - I share one of my biggest limiting beliefs and dive into how you can dismantle your own limiting beliefs! Topics include - A quick takeaway from my February journaling and a piece of advice on relationships! Today's conversation focuses around John Sharp's teachings from 'The Insight Cure'. I share a big limiting belief that’s been holding me back for many years and how I've been actively doing the growth work to understand where that story started for me and how to be...2021-03-0130 min
But, What If You Did?29 [Lesson Learned] Are you rushing through change or GROWING through change?In, episode 29 - Lesson Learned - Are you rushing through change or GROWING through change? - I chat about a life lesson I learned recently! Topics include - • Learning to redirect my energy from trying to control my external environment to actually controlling my mental energy (IE. thoughts, reactions, etc.). • Why I found myself wanting to rush change and why that was causing me to miss out on growth opportunities that were right in front of me. • How learning to love the process helped me to grow through the hard stuff instead of wishing it away. •...2021-02-2218 min
But, What If You Did?28 [Interview] The Enneagram & Change with Libby ColeIn, episode 28 - Interview - The Enneagram and Change with Libby Cole, Libby and I chat about the following: • What is the enneagram? • What the enneagram is NOT! • An overview of the nine archetypes - ○ It's not about how you show up, it's about WHY. ○ The enneagram is a tool for learning how others want to be treated. ○ How each archetype relates to change. ○ Career path thoughts for each archetype. • How to start learning about the enneagram. ○ Typing sessions. ○ At a Glance worksheet from Libby's website. • Enneagram relationship coaching! • How t...2021-02-1550 min
But, What If You Did?[REAL TALK] But, what if you need some help growing?In, episode 27 - REAL TALK - Sam Guest Hosts - But, what if you need help growing? Sam shares her mental health journey and how that influences how she navigates change. Topics include: • The difference between growing pains and emotional damage or emotional trauma. • How honoring the challenge of growing through the hard stuff can be rewarding but as you navigate that, it is essential to monitor your behaviors along the way. Sam dives into what that means for healthy behaviors, sustainable habits, expectation management, and appropriate reactions. • Millennials and why confronting mental health can feel especi...2021-02-0820 min
But, What If You Did?[Interview] Our Words Matter with Melissa RuizIn, episode 26 - Interview - Our Words Matter with Melissa Ruiz, we dive into - • We chat about the difference between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset. • We talk about the stories we tell ourselves and how we can learn to re-write those stories. • We talk about information overload and information consumption. • We chat about how we have to prove a story wrong, we need to prove the perceived threat is not real before we can rewrite our stories. • The difference between ready and prepared. • How retraining the brain starts with the words we use...2021-02-0150 min
But, What If You Did?[REAL TALK] Feeling resistant to change?! TRY THIS!In, episode 25 - Real Talk - Feeling resistant to change? Try This!, I dive into - • Why creating a personal mission statement felt hard to so many and how your personal mission statement can best serve you moving forward. • How resistance to change isn't actually about the change but instead about the perceived pain you associate with the change. • My real-time example of feeling change-resistant and working through the underlying issue and how I reframed the story I was telling myself. • Action steps for how to take ownership of the story you're telling yourself. • Affirmatio...2021-01-2517 min
But, What If You Did?[Lesson Learned] If you don't have a personal mission statement, it's time to create one!In, episode 24 - Lesson Learned - If you don't have a personal mission statement, it's time to create one!, I dive into - How I was tying my 'happiness' and feelings of 'self worth' to my career and this picture perfect idea of 'success' instead of tying it to my personal mission statement. Life lesson - that was holding me back from experiencing what it actually felt like to be happy. Using joy breadcrumbs to help uncover new passions. How I created my own personal mission statement. Step-by-step how you can create your own personal mission statement. The...2021-01-1829 min
But, What If You Did?[Interview] What a time to be alive with Lisa HandbackIn, episode 23 - Interview -What a time to be alive, we dive into - • Current events from the political world • Political terminology • The importance of breaking down political advocacy in a way that’s sustainable • We also breakdown some recurrent conversation themes we've seen amongst millennials in reaction to the events at the Capitol on 1/6/21 Connect with Lisa Handback! Lisa is an Alabama native who earned her undergrad in both Criminal Justice and Sociology. She got her start in politics after the 2016 election volunteering on several local and statewide campaigns and serving as...2021-01-1147 min
But, What If You Did?[Interview] Brooke Benson, founder of 'Not Starving Artists', on re-defining creative passionIn, episode 22 - Interview - Brooke Benson, founder of 'Not Starving Artists', on redefining creative passion, we dive into - • The story behind how 'Not Starving Artists' came to be. • We discuss the many different paths creatives are being faced with and taking as a result of the industry shutdown. • Brooke discusses how missing the industry goes beyond the performance aspect, it's that, we as creatives, fall in love with the process and that we lost more than just the live theatre aspect, we lost the process that consumed all of our time along with it. •...2021-01-0452 min
But, What If You Did?[REAL TALK] Life Lessons from 2020!In, episode 21 - Real Talk - Life Lessons from 2020, we dive into my top 8 life lessons - 1. We don’t know what’s coming! We can get so caught up in building our futures that we miss the present! 2. There's a reason “successful” people diversify their income. 3. Trying something new can be really scary, but also really rewarding! 4. You will never regret investing in your own education! 5. Healthy habits can carry you through some of the hardest seasons of your life! 6. Busy isn’t a badge of honor -- looking at you MILLENNIALS! 7. Wai...2020-12-2825 min
But, What If You Did?[Lesson Learned] Sometimes relationships have an expiration dateIn, episode 20 - Lesson Learned - Sometimes Relationships Have an Expiration Date, we dive into the following - • We chat about how establishing strong and healthy boundaries sometimes means letting relationships that prevent you from living within those boundaries expire. • Not all relationships are meant to stand the test of time, some relationships come into our lives to teach us something and then they are meant to move on. Resources: Episode 6 - Establishing and Respecting Your Own Boundaries Episode 7 - Climbing a mountain? Bring the right people with you! Let's connect on I...2020-12-2125 min
But, What If You Did?[Lesson Learned] A 'no' means you've opened space in your life for something biggerIn, episode 19 - Lesson Learned - A 'NO' means you've opened space in your life for something bigger! We dive into the following - We chat how to productively work through those initial hard feelings that surface at the first sight of the word 'NO'. We chat how to build your personal growth arsenal so that you are better equipped to handle the curveballs that come with being told 'NO'. We wrap up with a lesson on reframing perspective and shifting our mindset to make space for whatever this 'NO' was meant to teach us! L...2020-12-1423 min
But, What If You Did?[REAL TALK] Life happens... but coffee definitely helps!In, episode 18 - REAL TALK - Life Happens… but coffee helps!... • We take an unscripted look into my world over the last week! This includes raw conversation around what its been like going back to work in person, the unemployment situation facing the country at large, how my morning routine has shifted, and what it was like to plan out the month of December now that I'm back to work but trying to maintain my entrepreneurial lifestyle! Let's connect on Instagram! @but.whatifyoudid.thepodcast Join our Community! The BWIYD Community Insiders list is the best...2020-12-0722 min
But, What If You Did?[PEP TALK] How staying curious can serve you in 2021In, episode 17 - PEP TALK - How staying curious can serve you in 2021 - we dive into: • How staying curious helped me navigate every curveball 2020 threw my way. • My word of the year for 2020 and how I carried that with me all year. • How a word of the year can help ground you in 2021. • Three steps to follow when you have a feeling you want/need to address and how I use curiosity to help me unpack the underlying problem while identifying a way to move the needle forward: 1. Feeling a strong emotion? Write it down…...2020-11-3015 min
But, What If You Did?[REAL TALK] Let's talk holiday's in 2020!In, episode 16 - REAL TALK - Let's talk holidays in 2020! - we dive into: • How we're all growing through this life lesson together. • How having a game plan can help us handle hard conversations with friends & family. Let's connect on Instagram! @but.whatifyoudid.thepodcast Join our Community! The BWIYD Community Insiders list is the best way to stay in the know and hear about things first! https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f86f7e3ecbd2801aed6faea Be sure to subscribe so that you never miss an episode, and leave a re...2020-11-2321 min
But, What If You Did?[Lesson Learned] Bekah Read Hosts - My secrets to managing stress & anxiety and making the most of 2020In, episode 15 - Lesson Learned - My secrets to managing stress/anxiety and making the most of 2020 - Bekah Read of Rebekah Read Creative Guest hosts. Bekah interviews Alyson as we chat some of Alyson's life updates and look at Alyson's secrets to survival in 2020: • We chat techniques and best practices for managing stress and anxiety during uncertainty. • We chat life lessons from 2020. • We wrap up with takeaways from Alyson's most important 2020 life lessons. Resources: Chasing the Brightside by Jess Eckstrom @Jess_Eckstrom Everything is Figureoutable by Marie Forleo @MarieF...2020-11-1632 min
But, What If You Did?[LESSON LEARNED] Why practicing graditude matters in hard seasons of lifeIn, episode 14 - Lesson Learned - Why practicing gratitude helps in hard seasons of life - we dive into: • A new grow through the hard stuff life lesson. • How practicing gratitude has helped me navigate hard seasons in life. • What you need to start a gratitude practice. • How optimism and gratitude are connected. Resources: Chasing the Brightside by Jess Eckstrom @Jess_Eckstrom Quote: "We can't control our experiences. But we can always write our stories." Let's connect on Instagram! @but.whatifyoudid.thepodcast Join our...2020-11-0918 min
But, What If You Did?[Interview] All things millennials and politics with Lisa HandbackIn episode 13 I interview Lisa Handback, a fellow millennial and political activist, and this week are chatting all things millennials and politics! We cover … • How Millennials are under-represented in the political world. • Why representation matters? • Where to start when it comes to getting involved! • Ways to get involved without feeling overwhelmed or racing towards burnout. • Tangible tips for millennials that want to start to play a more active role in the political world. Lisa's Bio Lisa is an Alabama native who earned her undergrad in both Criminal Justice and Sociology. S...2020-11-0242 min
But, What If You Did?[REAL TALK] ...ExpectationsIn, episode 12 - REAL TALK - Expectations - we dive into: • What's been going on in my life and how I manage my own expectations during these unprecedented times. • We chat about how I've seen this concept of expectations showing up over and over again this week. • We chat tangible tips for how you can start to analyze expectations in your life and take back control of what's important to you! Let's connect on Instagram! @but.whatifyoudid.thepodcast Be sure to subscribe so that you never miss an episode, and le...2020-10-2623 min
But, What If You Did?[PEP TALK] It's time to cheer for yourself!In, Episode 11 - PEP TALK - It's time to cheer for yourself! - we dive into: • A new 'grow through the hard stuff' lesson - this week we're focused on an important life lesson from my two-year-old nephew! • We discuss seeking and waiting around for external validation from others, how to be more intentional with cheering for yourself and break away from those toxic self-deprecating behavior patterns, and being genuinely proud of yourself and your accomplishments. • We wrap up with what I've learned from this lesson and some key takeaways for you! Let's connec...2020-10-1909 min
But, What If You Did?[Lesson Learned] What are you willing to WORK for?In, episode 10 - LESSON LEARNED - What are you willing to WORK for? • I share a new 'grow through the hard stuff' lesson - this week we're focused on goals! • Choosing the goal is important but so is understanding your plan for achieving the goal. I discuss the importance of choosing the right path to achieve the goal, understanding the amount of time you're willing to invest in achieving the goal, how to proactively work through challenges that may hold you back, and how to connect your goal back to your WHY. • I wrap up with what I...2020-10-1217 min
But, What If You Did?[Interview] Career Transitions with Alysha M. CampbellIn, episode 009 - INTERVIEW - Career Transitions with Alysha M. Campbell, Alysha and I dive into all things career transitions and discuss the following: • Alysha shares her own 'grow through the hard stuff' life lesson which focuses around burnout and the power of your WHY! • We discuss creating space when the market feels oversaturated and how that deep connection to your WHY becomes your superpower to standout. • We discuss the benefit to slowing down and embracing stillness during these challenging times. • Alysha shares her best advice for taking imperfect action, reframing perspective, and using the slow dow...2020-10-0539 min
But, What If You Did?[REAL TALK] Self Identity and Helping Our Friends & Family Better Support Us During Life PivotsIn, episode 008 - REAL TALK - Self Identity and helping our friends & family better support us during life pivots, Sam is back and we discuss the following: • I share a BWIYD community member's growth through the hard stuff' lesson that sparked a need for a further conversation! • We discuss self-identity and how our friends and family also associate our job positions as part of our identity and how we can help them to see those separately. • We discuss how our friends and family can trigger certain reactions and cause us accidental stress when they try to help w...2020-09-2833 min
But, What If You Did?[Lesson Learned] Climbing a mountain? ... bring the RIGHT people!In, episode 007 - LESSON LEARNED - Climbing a mountain?... Bring the RIGHT people, we deep dive the following: • I share a new 'grow through the hard stuff' lesson • We chat why your inner circle matters when it comes to personal growth • We discuss who you need with you to climb the next mountain • We chat what I learned from my growth through the hard stuff lesson and the things I wish I knew then! • And our question of the week: ○ But, what if you were more intentional about who you allowed to climb the mountain...2020-09-2119 min
But, What If You Did?[Lesson Learned] Establishing and RESPECTING Your Own BoundariesIn, episode 006 - LESSON LEARNED - Establishing and RESPECTING your own boundaries, we are answering the question 'But, what if you not only established boundaries but respected them too?' • I share a new 'grow through the hard stuff' lesson • We look at 3 reasons WHY we need to establish boundaries. • Next up, I share 5 tips for how to start establishing boundaries in your own life. • We've got a new tip of the week. • ANNND a recap of the important things! Tip of the week - It's okay to say no! And as long as yo...2020-09-1416 min
But, What If You Did?[Lesson Learned] Breaking Up With the Imaginary Success ChecklistIn, episode 005 - LESSON LEARNED - Breaking up with the imaginary success checklist, we deep dive the following: • I share a new 'grow through the hard stuff' lesson • I define what the success checklist looks like in my world • We look at how to identify if you are living by your own version of the imaginary success checklist • 5 steps to breaking up with the imaginary success checklist and living life on your terms Resources: 'Everything is Figureoutable' by Marie Forleo 'Waking Up: A Guide to Spirituality without Religion' by Sam Harr...2020-09-0723 min
But, What If You Did?[REAL TALK] Emotional ExhaustionIn, episode 004 - REAL TALK: Emotional Exhaustion - I have a real and raw conversation with my friend Sam where we discuss how emotional exhaustion is taking a toll on us as we navigate months of furlough during the Covid-19 pandemic: • We talk about the emotional symptoms and physical symptoms, how we're experiencing those systems, how we're coping with those symptoms and more. • We discuss the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on the entertainment industry and how that’s impacting all aspects of our lives. • We wrap up with a discussion on what you can do to prepa...2020-08-3146 min
But, What If You Did?[Lesson Learned] Learning to LOVE morningsIn, episode 003 - But, what if you just decided you LOVE mornings?, we look at the power of habits and your inner dialogue: • I share a new 'grow through the hard stuff' lesson • 5 ways to build and establish stronger habits • 3 ways to shift your inner dialogue to support building stronger habits and establish a routine that works for you • How personal growth work impacts your ability to know when it is time to pivot • Tip of the day - Building and establishing better habits takes time, requires you to give yourself grace, and have patience w...2020-08-2420 min
But, What If You Did?[Lesson Learned] - Why you have to start with YOU!In, episode 002 - But, what if you have to start with YOU?, we tackle the following: • Your 'grow through the hard stuff' lesson • 5 reasons why you have to start with YOU • Ways you can get started in the personal development space • How personal growth work impacts your ability to know when it is time to pivot • Tip of the day - 'You have to be open to digging into the messy stuff in your life before you're going to be ready to evolve and take on the next step!' Resources: 'Ask for M...2020-08-1729 min
But, What If You Did?But, what if you DID?In, episode 001 - But, what if you did?, we tackle the following: • Why 2020 is the year to reset and refresh • How to address the societal expectation that we set big goals and stay the course when that’s just not realistic • Navigating other peoples expectations and opinions of us • How the imaginary success checklist robs us of finding joy and fulfillment • How to ask yourself better questions • What to look forward to in future episodes of 'But, what if you did?' Let's connect on Instagram! @but.whatifyoudid.thepodcast Be sure to sub...2020-08-0716 min