Awesome with Alison

Ok, ok, ok, you can’t really “hack” mindfulness, HA! BUT it IS incredibly important and that’s not just according to the Buddhist monks. In this episode we share the definition of “mindfulness,” why EVERYBODY seems to be talking about it, and we also go into the scientifically proven benefits of “MBSR” or Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. Then we’ve got 7 easy ways to incorporate mindfulness int...

Oh my holy crap are you going to LOVE this episode! I had the honor and pleasure of interviewing New York Times bestselling author, and overall all BOSS BABE Rachel Hollis, and she did NOT HOLD BACK! Rachel talks to us all about going after your dreams in the face of rejection and discouragement and it is awesome! She also shares fantastic CONCRETE actions that you can implement today to start get...

What's your problem?! No, like actually, what's a problem you're dealing with right now? Are you looking for new ways to approach it? Are you hoping for a different solution than the one the thought-loop in your mind keeps landing on? Then you're going to want to strap on the ol' earbuds and learn about the mind-blowing principle of the adjacent possible! This principle has changed my life over th...

Do you ever feel like it WILL NEVER BE ENOUGH? Enough time, enough money, enough energy? No? Me neither…HAHA. PYSCH! Feelings of not being smart enough, beautiful enough, good enough, or “you fill in the blank” enough, can rule our lives if we let them. And here’s a spoiler—they will destroy you. So today we are talking about QUICK mind shifts you can make so you can get more ENOUGH in your life....

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

You might be adjusting to a new normal right now, and not even know it! In this episode we’re talking about how both HUGE and seeming small life changes can cause us to feel totally whack, and then we’re giving you 5 suggestions for adjusting! This insight comes from my experiences suffering pretty severely from post-partum anxiety as well as my experience with learning to adjust to life after bei...

Successful people make better decisions. So how do you make better decisions? We’re diving in and showing you! Eric takes the lead this time (watch out he’ll rock your world) and shares 3 tips for making better decisions that he’s learned from some decision-making masters! Have something weighing on your mind? By the end of this episode you’ll be ready to nail that decision so hard people will sta...

Trying to be your most awesome self can be a freaking rollercoaster! One minute you can be POSITIVE you’re a genius and your world domination is imminent, and then the next you can be struck with crippling self-doubt! So what do you do when you’re so full of doubt you feel paralyzed? LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE!!! We’re talking all about how to ward off that doubt in the first place, as well as what to...

Have you ever wanted more energy, passion, or just plain old motivation to do the things you want to do? Or maybe even to just get out of bed?! Then this episode is FOR YOU! We're talking about what "motivation" really means, and asking, "Is that really what you need?" Prepare to get pumped! Awesome with Alison is supported by listeners LIKE YOU! If you have found value in this episode, or any oth...

It's been 10 freaking years of marriage and boy do we think we know a thing or two!! Ha! No, we know we know nothing, BUT! We are answering your super awesome questions on how we handle keeping the fiery flame of love burning, what to do if you're on a different growth path than your partner, and why I think we need to just all chillax. So grab your loved one and put on something unmentionable and...

In this episode I’m reflecting over the past two months, sharing all the positive, universal life lessons I’ve been able to take from this tough experience—and how I think they’re applicable for you too! I also share something from the ugly side of trauma, that I didn’t realize would happen, in an effort for us all to be more aware. And then we end this puppy with 3 useful tools that you can use w...

On December 20, 2017 I was hit by a car while jogging. It’s been two months and I’m feeling well enough to share the details of what happened, and what that experience was like for me. As well as the insights and lessons I’m learning along the way. Being able to share what I’ve learned and what I’m still learning from this difficult experience helps make it more meaningful for me, and I sincerely...

RUH-ROH! It's the end of the year, and it felt like a really good time to dive deeper into the topic of forgiveness, and what it actually means and doesn't mean. In this episode we're looking at what you can do to forgive yourself and others even when you don't have an apology--and might never get one. Oh I know it sounds SO SERIOUS, but it's also a lot of fun, and can help you in your day-to-day...

It’s that time of the year! Or rather it’s always the time of year for stress and overwhelm! So we’re back with another negative emotion flip! We’re not talking about things you must DO to combat stress and overwhelm but rather better ways to think about them. Or in other words, we’re taking those negative emotions and flipping them on their head. This time we’re looking at how stress and that fee...

Now, in no way do we WANT you to be miserable, but we recently realized there’s lots of simple things we do, every single day, that contribute to unnecessary suffering. So, we are sharing 6 EASY ways that you can make yourself miserable, in the hopes that we can all try to stop doing those things! Or I mean, if you want to be miserable you can keep doing them I guess. Either way they will help you...

If you’re not growing you’re dying! That’s why taking things to the next level is critical. So if you’ve got an area of your life that you’re looking to up your game in…get stoked! We’re sharing 7 ideas that will help you get one step closer to WHATEVER your goal is in absolutely any area of your life. They are concrete, awesome, and bound to help you do what you feel called to do. This episode is...

Do you want to be the boss of your life? Of course you do. That’s why we’re sharing our definition of “ownership” and how it applies to creating a life you love. We also share 7 ways to own your life more fully and the benefits of ownership in your life. Then we throw some practical application tips at you so you can start reaping the awesomeness of more ownership in your life TODAY. We hope you l...

Do you feel like you don’t know what you’re doing? Or that you’re overwhelmed with indecision about something?! Well we are unveiling the BIGGEST secret of adulthood—and it’s going to HELP YOU OUT! Click bait?! HARDLY! But we also spend a healthy amount of time sharing some television shows we are loving that have been helping us cope with adulthood too. And as always we offer a few actionable tak...

Things like hustle, achievement, and action get A LOT of praise, air time, and attention. But today we are singing praises to what we are calling an unsung strength: being a supporter! In this episode we want to hold up a mirror and help you see how AMAZING and needed your supportive qualities are, and show those of you who excel at this just how awesome you are. And for those of you who are like...

This is THE BEST EPISODE EVER! Or I mean, probably like the most helpful episode ever! We are looking at 3 very common, and seemingly negative emotions: jealously, sadness & hopelessness, and examining how these emotions can be used for our good! So we are totally FLIPPING these emotions on their head, and showing how they can help you get clear about the life you want, have more empathy and inspi...

Today we are talking about the power of forgiving yourself—and not just from a touchy feely standpoint, but from an it will benefit the world type of view. Forgiving yourself is one of the best ways to stop being so self involved. Don't believe us? Listen up! We share personal experiences we've had from learning to forgive ourselves, and how it has helped us, as well as 3 actionable ways you can g...

Ooooooh boy do I HATE feeling like I'm wasting my time! Nothing gets me frustrated faster, or annoyed quicker than feeling like I'm not using my time wisely! And because this is SUCH a big trigger for negative feelings in my life, I've been working on ways to overcome this--and discovering methods for NEVER feeling like my time is wasted. So I'm sharing my tips and tricks, as well as 3 questions y...

Consider this episode a beginner's guide to meditation! Or if you're a meditation master we've got some different ideas for expanding your mind! So whether meditation excites you or the thought of it makes you want to punch a wall, we are sharing how mediation can help you lose weight, reach goals, be a better human and we're also giving you three tips for getting started. It's gold people! You'll...

This week we are sharing a PUMP UP with you, and that means this episode is intended to PUMP (clap!) you up! We are breaking down why it doesn't matter if there are other "more talented" people doing or saying what you want to do, and how/why you should bring your gifts to the table! So listen up if you've been hesitating. I also share some more propaganda for self-love, and how we (as just one hu...

Awesome leadership skills can help you in every aspect of life! In your job, as a parent, as a member of the community--the world needs good leaders! We love our local mayor John Curtis, and we are graced with his prestigious presence as he "Teaches us his ways!" and shares things he's learned about leadership as both the mayor of Provo as well as building his multi-million dollar business. He's n...