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"Is There Another Option?" with Aly Beebe

6 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1 rating

In this semi-regular podcast, I explore different kinds of external markers. First, I offer bigger-picture context. Then, I brainstorm common fears and hurdles that stand between (possibly) you and more visible/accessible options. You never have to *actually* change what you choose, but look for insights you like and let your choices evolve as you do.

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Ep. 04 | "Pain tells us if it's working" + other effectiveness tests

March 12, 2021 15:12 - 41 minutes - 35.9 MB

This episode explores using the amount of pain as an external marker. "Pain tells us if it's working" (mainstream option) vs. "Ease tells us if it's working" (fringe option). I offer some personal examples including college basketball, living in New York City, and how I navigated medical school. We dive deep into common fears and hurdles to build enough context to see past the highly endorsed assumption: "The most difficult path will offer the most longterm value." As always, you don't have ...

Ep. 03 | "Family is always right" & other options that exist

February 12, 2021 19:24 - 45 minutes - 39.7 MB

This episode explores the common assumption "Family is always right" (mainstream) and the varying degrees of other options. We consider  "I am always right" (fringe) and the advantages of the range that falls in-between. We dive deep into common fears and hurdles that arise when facing close family ties. I offer you updated perspectives and recommended pivots - just in case a part of your family dynamic isn't quite working for you the way it should. (Spoiler: You don't have to throw out your...

Ep. 02 | "Bubble Baths Are Self Care" ew, can't.

February 05, 2021 15:00 - 34 minutes - 30.8 MB

This episode explores other options in "self-care" because we all don't care about bubble baths. Baths are great - yes, but what about taking the long way home? Going to the movies on your own? Internet rabbit holes? "Self-care" would be more useful if we updated the idea of what counts. In this episode, we explore common misconceptions, a masculine vs. feminine perspective, and alternative juicy options so that you have access to all the choices you need to show yourself the love you deserv...

Ep. 01 | Age tells us how wise you are.

January 22, 2021 17:00 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MB

This episode explores using the marker of age as an indication of how trustworthy or valuable a person's insights may be. How can defaulting to age help? How does it hold us back? 0:15 The time I was scammed because I used the wrong marker / 2:43 Speed-walkers vs. block-wanderers & perspective of “the block” / 4:16 Tricky aspects of blind loyalty & a sports analogy / 10:53 Tricky situations & 3 possible reframes / 15:35 Rapid Fire Round.  Instagram- @withcourageguide  Want to work with me ...

Ep. 00 | GROUND RULES & WHY "OPTIONS"

December 03, 2020 20:38 - 23 minutes - 20.7 MB

We are hopping right in!  0:21  Ground Rules  15:59  Why 'Options' -- Instagram: @isthereanotheroption  / @withcourageguide  Website: withcourageguide.com   

Ep. 00 | Ground Rules & Why "Options"

December 03, 2020 20:38 - 23 minutes - 20.7 MB

We are hopping right in!  0:21  Ground Rules / 15:59  Why 'Options' -- Instagram: @withcourageguide  withcourageguide.com