The Alison Show
191 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 2K ratingsHello! I'm Alison, this is my podcast! Feel a little more awesome each time you listen! It’s FUN, silly, and sometimes intense (like me) but with a focus on being able to see ourselves CLEARLY, In all our inherent wholeness and glory, the good AND the bad, the LIGHT and the DARK. Yummmm, let’s mush it all together! Because that’s where the TRUE power likes to nestle!
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Ep. 41: I Got Hit By a Car pt. 2
February 28, 2018 18:05 - 53 minutes - 122 MBIn 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 t...
Ep. 40: I Got Hit By a Car pt. 1
February 21, 2018 06:47 - 59 minutes - 137 MBOn 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 ...
Ep. 39: How to give the greatest gift: forgiveness!
December 19, 2017 17:27 - 38 minutes - 88.9 MBRUH-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...
Ep: 38. Negative Emotion Flip: Stress and Overwhelm
November 29, 2017 14:55 - 27 minutes - 63.8 MBIt’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 resource...
Ep. 37: 6 easy ways to make yourself miserable!
November 15, 2017 06:46 - 52 minutes - 120 MBNow, 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 b...
Ep. 36: Up your game: taking things to the next level!
November 02, 2017 16:52 - 52 minutes - 119 MBIf 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 alisonsb...
Ep. 35: How to OWN your life more fully!
October 26, 2017 05:15 - 43 minutes - 99 MBDo 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 thi...
Ep. 34: The Biggest Secret of Adulthood!
October 19, 2017 23:35 - 38 minutes - 87.1 MBDo 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 k...
Ep. 33: Unsung Strengths: Being a Supporter!
October 04, 2017 16:15 - 36 minutes - 83.3 MBThings 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 c...
Ep. 32: Negative Emotion Flips: Jealousy, Sadness & Hopelessness
September 27, 2017 16:03 - 30 minutes - 69.6 MBThis 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 ...
Ep. 31: Freaking forgive yourself already!
September 20, 2017 15:18 - 37 minutes - 86.1 MBToday 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 Y...
Ep. 30: How to never waste your time!
September 06, 2017 18:09 - 39 minutes - 89.4 MBOoooooh 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!...
Ep. 29: Why meditation isn’t lame and stupid!
August 30, 2017 04:56 - 39 minutes - 90 MBConsider 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 d...
Ep. 28: PUMP UP: Why it doesn’t matter that other people are doing what you want to do!
August 17, 2017 04:45 - 31 minutes - 71.8 MBThis 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 ...
Ep. 27: Teach Me Your Ways: Traits of an Awesome Leader with Mayor John Curtis
August 09, 2017 14:54 - 48 minutes - 112 MBAwesome 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...
Ep. 26: Teach Me Your Ways: Overcoming obstacles with Craig Faulkner!
August 02, 2017 17:20 - 39 minutes - 89.3 MBTeach 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! Su...
Ep. 25: Big Picture Thinking vs. Small Picture thinking
July 20, 2017 04:40 - 40 minutes - 93.3 MBIn 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...
Ep. 24: I'M FREAKING GRATEFUL: A gratitude practice to help you love your life!
July 12, 2017 07:38 - 13 minutes - 31.4 MBThis 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 a...
Ep. 23: WHAT IS a gratitude practice?! And how can it change your life?! We'll tell you!
July 12, 2017 07:36 - 22 minutes - 50.6 MBHold 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/a...
Ep. 22: Six ideas to help you snap out of a funk!
June 29, 2017 16:41 - 26 minutes - 59.6 MBListen 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:...
Ep. 21: How I decide who to do business with, and how it’s applicable to your life!
June 21, 2017 06:32 - 33 minutes - 77.7 MBThis 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 suppo...
Ep. 20: A quick thought from #cancerwithcraig
June 08, 2017 04:41 - 11 minutes - 25.3 MBI 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 t...
Ep. 19: Confidence is a muscle, let’s WERK IT OUT!
June 01, 2017 05:16 - 44 minutes - 102 MBYes, 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/...
Ep. 18: What to do with OPP: Other People’s Problems!
May 18, 2017 06:23 - 26 minutes - 61.1 MBHave 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 cl...
Ep. 17: 3 good branding principles that will make your LIFE better!
May 11, 2017 04:47 - 37 minutes - 86.2 MBYou 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/aw...
Ep. 16: Let's talk about money, honey!
April 27, 2017 06:07 - 50 minutes - 115 MBOk 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.
Ep. 15: How to make a "Best Self" checklist!
April 19, 2017 21:50 - 34 minutes - 78.5 MBWe'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.
Ep. 14: Do you go out when you should go in?
April 06, 2017 01:15 - 31 minutes - 71.6 MBYou'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.
Ep. 13: What we’re working on: Why it’s good to just get started!
March 29, 2017 06:16 - 35 minutes - 81.9 MBIn 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 OCEA...
Ep. 12: 9 things we’ve learned from being married for 9 years!
March 22, 2017 16:10 - 34 minutes - 80 MBIt'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! ...
Ep. 11: Ideas for unplugging and being freaking present!
March 09, 2017 04:24 - 21 minutes - 49.1 MBIn 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.
Ep. 10: You're so rich and you don't even know it!
February 28, 2017 07:33 - 37 minutes - 85.7 MBOften 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 th...
Ep. 9: Five Years to Live with Melanie Day
February 22, 2017 17:42 - 41 minutes - 93.9 MBWe'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 fam...
Ep. 8: Ok, ok! I'll finally talk about my weight loss!
February 15, 2017 18:43 - 50 minutes - 114 MBI'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 You...
Ep. 7: Are you in a "Yes!" phase or a "No!" phase?
February 08, 2017 09:58 - 33 minutes - 77.4 MBI 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.pa...
Ep. 6: What's fear got to do, got to do with it?!
February 01, 2017 19:18 - 27 minutes - 63.4 MBIn 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
Ep. 5: Alison's Top 5 Lessons Learned in 2016
January 25, 2017 20:27 - 20 minutes - 47.8 MB2016 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.
Ep. 4: What if things don't turn out how you want?
January 18, 2017 17:32 - 26 minutes - 60.7 MBIt'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 aw...
Ep. 3: Are you having enough fun?! w/ special guest Susan Petersen!
January 04, 2017 00:31 - 38 minutes - 88.1 MBIs 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
Ep. 2: Our story, and taking the leap to work for yourself!
January 04, 2017 00:29 - 45 minutes - 104 MBEver 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 ...
Ep. 1: How to slay your goals and get stuff done!
December 28, 2016 06:12 - 24 minutes - 55.8 MBSure, 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