Born to Thrive Podcast

Let's talk people pleasing today because this is something that has affected my life deeply and I am guessing on some level it's affecting yours too. We want to help people and contribute to other's happiness but when it comes at the detriment of our own wellbeing, it's time to take a step back and regain our own power.    Time Stamps:   (0:16) Talking People Pleasing (2:13) Ways to Tell If You’re...

As you probably know by now, I moved to Houston, Texas! And I am back on dating apps but not for the reason you might think… I have explicitly put in my profile I am not looking for anything other than friendship. Why? Your girl has a lot of business goals right now. I still want to meet new people though and it got me to thinking about dating in general. Listen in and see if you agree.   Time Sta...

Is there such thing as toxic positivity? Can you be too positive? My recent move from Cali to Texas and the events that followed sparked this but ya'll… it was not an easy move. A lot of things didn't go my way and sometimes, we just have to acknowledge some things suck sometimes. Listen in as I explain more.   Time Stamps:   (0:15) Toxic Positivity (0:40) Officially a Texan Ya’ll (1:00) H.E.B. (3...

IT IS FINALLY TIME!!! This moment has been in the making for so long and I'm so excited to finally bring it to you! My Lifts with Alex App is officially launching and if you're on my email list, you will have received first access but if you aren't, make sure you're following me on Instagram for my special launch giveaways and other awesome announcements! ------------- Follow Me on Instagram! - ht...

Are you being intentional with your time? Or are you letting precious time escape you? First I want to update you on a HUGE move (no pun intended) that I'm making in my life currently and then jumping into how to be more present and how to be more intentional with your time.   Time Stamps:   (0:30) Recapping My Life (2:50) What About the Present? (7:30) Big on Reflection (15:20) Overworking Yourse...

Being ghosted can be absolutely devastating, leaving you feeling like you did something wrong or there's something wrong with you. It can be hard to trust again and you'll start to question your worth as a human being at times. I've been there too and I want to tell you why I think someone would ghost another human being. Well… a few reasons. I'll also talk about attachment styles, why so many opt...

Have you ever wanted something so much, you completely ignore signs right in front of your face? "Love is blind" is an accurate statement more than we want to admit and it's human nature to ignore them. We have to learn from our past experiences though so I want to share my recent situationship story, the red flags I ignored, and what I will do in the future when the next potential love interest c...

For those whose hearts are currently breaking or mending, this episode is for you. I haven't been the best in the past at dealing with breakups so I've learned what not to do. It never gets easy but can get easier and that's what I want to share in this episode. I'll talk about why you should handle the feelings, why you should date yourself, a powerful technique I learned from Mel Robbins, and mu...

Did you know… your body is the least interesting thing about you? It truly is. There are so many great qualities about you but we tend to judge ourselves solely on our bodies. I want to talk about my body and weight journey, how I started to search for happiness outside of my body, and what you can start doing today. Topics include:   - Baby Chewie - You’re Body is the Least Interesting Thing Abou...

I talk about embracing your power all the time but one of the things that gets in the way of that is comparison and our inner critic. While social media has its benefits, it's also a battlefield of emotions when it comes to comparing yourself to others. There will always be someone prettier, smarter, more talented than you. That's okay. In today's episode, I want to share how I've dealt with my in...

You know I am all about taking action and wanting the best life for you and one of the things that gets in our way is thinking we need to ask for permission to go after the things we want. We typically want to feel validated if we get into a fight or want support when we think about attempting something out of our comfort zone. While support is great and needed, taking the leap for yourself is wha...

Someone is looking at you at the gym or at the grocery store… where does your mind go? Are you awesome to them? Or are you crazy and your hair is a mess? Either one is a story you are projecting on that other person that creates your perspective of the situation. Today's episode is all about how to recognize that perspective and to have it work in your favor without being conceded about it.   Time...

An interesting conversation sparked this episode and I want to talk about YOU! Yes you! Have you sat down and gained clarity over what you want in life? It can be hard but so valuable if you give yourself just one hour to really think about what you want. Listen in as I explain more.   Time Stamps:   (0:12) We’re Talking about YOU (1:00) Thank You! (2:00) Dating Apps (3:20) Clarity on What You Wan...

It's incredibly easy to look at someone else's life through the lens of social media and think they live the perfect life. It goes beyond social media though. We have this "perception" of perfection whether it's a relationship, career, or family. In this episode, I want to explain why this perception of perfection is negatively affecting your life, an example from my life that is affecting me righ...

I know I know, we talk a lot about self-talk here. I wanted to look at it from a different perspective in this episode, specifically around our beliefs on failure. This world is so huge and most people want you to succeed or at the very least don't want to see you fail. The question is now squarely directed at you. What price are you willing to pay for goals and dreams? Take a listen and find out...

A longer episode than normal but one I know you're going to enjoy! Today, I want to talk about goal setting, the role that self-reflection plays within setting goals, and the importance of taking actions on those goals. We need to be realistic with ourselves and understand our current limitations. Trust me, I'm all for big goals and I've been guilty of wanting to get them all done yesterday. This...

I used to be so mean to myself and I don't want that for you. Today's episode is all about our self-talk and how to end the negative, toxic voice in our heads. We need to start recognizing our own worth and value.   Time Stamps:   (0:15) Talking Self Talk (0:32) Thank You Guys! (3:12) I Used to Be So Mean to Myself (7:12) My Thoughts on Manifestation (11:59) Recently Been Dating Someone (16:00) Re...

Do you feel a certain way when someone orders a salad when you want to order a burger? Nothing was said but you're feeling judged? This is projection at its finest. I have a dating example I want to share with you as well to drive this concept home of projection and other people's opinions. I also have a challenge for you at the end!   Time Stamps:   (0:12) What is Projection? (1:10) Dating Exampl...

If the gym is either a scary or unknown place for you but you want to still show up for yourself and chase after your goals, I've got you in today's episode. I want to share with you some of the common fears and intimidations around the gym that I experienced when I first started, tips on how to overcome these fears, and reminding you to show up for yourself despite the fear.   Time Stamps:   (0:2...

Are you letting your beliefs or circumstances hold you back from your goals? Are you questioning your inner worth and having a hard time feeling like you deserve what you want? Today's episode is absolutely for you! I want to share my perspective on self-limiting beliefs and what I think you need to break out and start taking action!   Time Stamps:   (0:18) Being a Victim of Our Circumstances (3:0...

What does success look like to you? What does healthy look like to you? I believe we get lost in society's conventional way of thinking about success that we never really ask ourselves what we want. You have your own unique power in this world and can use it to propel you to your definition of success. If you want to start embracing your power now, listen in.   Time Stamps:   (0:18) Common Theme H...

If you follow me on Instagram, you know how much I'm into morning routines. I believe having a solid morning routine sets you up for so much success for your day and you can completely make it your own! I will share with you mine for inspiration but if you don't have a morning routine or you haven't been as consistent with it, I challenge you to start being more intentional about it and you'll tha...

Is the scale your mortal enemy? Are you over how inconsistent it is? There are many reasons why the scale can fluctuate on a day to day basis but understand that 1) it's only one way out of many to measure progress in your fitness journey and 2) the number on the scale doesn't determine your value as a human being. Listen in as I explain more.   Time Stamps:   (0:13) Our Favorite Frienemy (1:54) U...

The "perfect" moment to start is now. Today. Whether it's going to the gym and starting your fitness journey or starting a new relationship or that side hustle you've been thinking about, no time is better than right now. Because the truth is, no time will feel "perfect" and you will be left with regret instead of pursuing what you truly want in life. My hope is today's episode will remind you to...

I know it's hard to show up when you don't want to. To go to the gym when you're feeling tired. Putting your best effort out there daily even as you battle with things no one knows about. Trust me I get it. I want to share with you in today's episode a bit of my life behind the scenes, some health issues I've been having, and explain how I do my best to show up consistently, even when it's really...