Born to Thrive Podcast

Today Alex goes in depth about Self sabotage. You know, when you want to change really bad, you know what needs to get done in order to change, but instead of doing what needs to get done, you do the opposite. Or nothing at all. Here’s an example: You find out there’s a position open at work that you’re qualified for, which would be a promotion. You need to reach out to your boss to tell her you w...

In this episode of 'Born To Thrive,' Alex dives deep into the incredible journey of self-discovery and personal growth. She shares important life reminders and reflections that will leave you realizing just how far you've come. Join the conversation as Alex reminds you that you're doing better than you think. It's easy to overlook your progress, but it's time to celebrate the small victories and r...

    (1:00) Giveaway  (1:25) What it means to be a people pleaser (3:00) Where does people pleasing come from? (4:05) How to break your people-pleasing habits  (7:30) You are capable of change (8:10) Why Alex's dog, Chewy, doesn't sleep in the bed   -------------   In this episode of 'Born To Thrive,' join Alex as she shares her personal journey of breaking free from the people-pleasing cycle. From...

Welcome back to another episode of Born to Thrive! We're talking about how to transform your identity and create the life you want to live. We discusses what identity is, why it's important, and how you can change it. Alex also shares her own personal story of transformation, and how she was able to overcome her own limiting beliefs and create a life that she loves. If you're feeling stuck in your...

Welcome back to another episode of Born To Thrive with Alex Allen! In this episode, we're talking about the importance of being real with ourselves when it comes to keeping the promises we make to ourselves, how to make a commitment to yourself and actually stick to it, and how you're setting yourself up to fail. If you've ever struggled to keep your promises to yourself, this episode is for you....

I'm not sure where 2023 went exactly but we are approaching another holiday season and if you are like I once was and dreaded this time of year, I've got you. I want to share why owning your choices over the next few months are key to a happy, healthy, and mindful holiday season.   Time Stamps:   (0:19) Owning Your Choices (1:30) Giveaway Coming Soon! (4:54) Still Eating During the Day Before a Bi...

My team and I are working on some really exciting and transformative material for you when it comes to navigating the upcoming holidays and today's episode is an outline of one of the major topics we'll be covering. Do you feel like you know what to do but just aren't doing it? I want to help bridge this knowing-doing gap, explain why the pain of change needs to be greater than the pain of staying...

After a much longer than anticipated break, I am back and I have a HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT at the end of this podcast! The topic of today's episode is ironically part of why my announcement took me so long and why we need self-responsibility combined with accountability.   Time Stamps:   (0:20) I Know It’s Been Awhile (2:20) Coming In with an Open Mind (2:53) Moved 3 Times in July (4:16) Accountability...

There's a connection whether you want to admit it or not between the amount of self-belief you have and your ability to lose weight. Trust me, as someone who's gained and lost both 60lbs and 40lbs, I can tell you my beliefs were a large part of why I finally was able to stop yo-yo dieting. Ultimately, we must look at our limiting beliefs and begin to challenge them. I'll explain why and some other...

This one may hit hard and sting a bit but my hope is it helps you in the long term. In today's episode, I want to discuss understanding toxic relationships, signs of emotional abuse and codependency, and some action steps that have helped me distance myself from toxic relationships.   Time Stamps:   (0:20) Understanding Toxic Relationships (2:32) The Struggle Love (5:48) Signs of Emotional Abuse a...

It's time we nurture your inner strength and no better day to do than right now! I want to talk about the connection between confidence and self-esteem as they are similar but two different concepts. I want to give you an example of someone extremely confident for context, why you should take care of yourself more, and why you shouldn't listen to everyone's opinions.   Time Stamps:   (0:18) The Co...

Training at Alphaland reminded me how easy it is to fall into the comparison trap and think the world is a certain way when it's not. The people that workout at Alphaland represent the top 1% of physiques and I'm reminded of this when I go out into the real world. Listen in as I talk about my experience with comparison and how you can avoid this trap.   Time Stamps:   (0:19) The Comparison Trap (1...

One of if not the most important pillars of success is our ability to be resilient during the pursuit of our goals. Our goals are things we don't have yet and we are bout to come up against challenges, obstacles, and roadblocks. This is a sign you are on the right path. Listen in as I explain my thoughts on starting over and over again ask yourself what you really want.   Time Stamps:   (0:16) Tal...

It's time we unpack our inner dialogue. Okay, I talk about it a lot but I wanted to explain this concept from a different perspective because I meet so many individuals that struggle with their inner voice. There are many factors including your upbringing and from an evolutionary perspective that contribute to your inner critic and I want to give you tips and strategies to overcome some of these n...

Doubt keeping you from living your best life? Do you want to start showing up for yourself the way you desire to? Doubt keeps people stuck and I've been there too. I want to share with you some strategies that have helped me quit doubting myself and pursue my best life.   Time Stamps:   (1:10) The Irony of This Episode (3:10) Shakespeare Quote (5:10) Being Surrounded By Doubters (8:45) Why I Love...

I am constantly reminded of the importance of setting boundaries in all areas of life and I thought it was important enough to talk about again! Whether it's with your mental health, work, or the gym sometimes, boundaries help us avoid burnout and stay true to our goals and desires. I want to share why you're never less than anyone else and my probably controversial opinion on having a wedding.  ...

I recently saw a tweet (giving credit where credit is due) that inspired this episode on how we can structure our to do list's and simultaneously create boundaries and personal freedom. If you haven't been able to do the things you want to do for yourself in awhile and feel like you're always doing things for other people, this is a can't miss episode.   Time Stamps:    (0:28) Short Episode Inspir...

I had a friend ask in one of my group chats for permission to take a nap… I said bro… yes it's okay to take a nap and rest. The grind mentality has been shoved down our throats as the only way to success and that's just not true. Hobbies are important. Rest is important. Your life outside of your career is important. Let today's episode be a reminder of that.   Time Stamps:   (2:00) Feeling Like Y...

You've probably heard this phrase thrown around a lot on the internet and no I'm not promising you a completely new body in 30 days. What I will promise you is if you do the things I am sharing with you in today's episode, you'll be unrecognizable from 30 days ago and you will have set yourself up for life long habits that will serve you in getting the body of your dreams down the road.   Time Sta...

Different style of episode today and one I hope you go back to in the future. I took some time to write out some life truths I've learned in my time on this planet but here's the catch: I'm not going to explain them. Take them as they are and agree or disagree. These are true to me right now and hopefully they serve you too!   Time Stamps:   (0:20) 20 Quick Life Truths (1:00) What I Try to Instill...

I am constantly reminded in all areas of life that discomfort in the short term will lead to growth in the long term. In today's episode, I want to define discomfort and growth, what optimal anxiety looks like so we aren't overstressed but still performing at our best, looking at situations as growth opportunities, and more!   Time Stamps:   (0:18) Discomfort=Growth (2:10) Defining Discomfort and...

I hate to break it to you: the gym isn't your therapy. While exercise can help with mood and overall health, it doesn't replace therapy and personal development work. Before you disagree, listen to this episode as I explain why I believe this!   Time Stamps:   (0:26) The Gym Isn’t Therapy (3:15) The Benefits of Exercise (5:02) My Struggles with Anxiety and Depression (6:07) Walking is HUGE (7:18)...

One of the biggest things we work with clients on at Lifts with Alex is making nutrition a sustainable, healthy habit for life. What do I mean by that? With the amount of diets you are bombarded with on social media, it's no wonder why the topic of nutrition is confusing and even harder to "stick" to one. We need to find a personalized solution for YOU specifically and that's why finding a sustain...

If you listened to Monday's episode, you'll know I just got back from a fitness business conference and what was talked about is fresh in my mind. Something in particular has stood out to me for awhile and I've been a fan of Tom Bilyeu and his wife Lisa for a long time. One of his most memorable quotes is, "the most important thing is what you think about yourself when you're by yourself". So many...

Are you letting fear get in the way of starting something you know is best for you? Fear is normal but we don't have to let it hold us back. I just got back from a business conference and one of the central themes of each presenters talk was feeling fear and taking action despite the fear. Sound familiar? Listen in as I explain how to navigate fear and go after what you want.   Time Stamps:   (0:2...