Inspired Grownups with Alana Banana

In today's solo episode I'm talking about the power of giving for the sake of giving without any strings attached and is that act really "random" or I think... more intentional. I share a few stories of how gifts have come into my life and how it feels to be the giver as well as our belief system around how much abundance really is in the universe and will there be enough if we...

In today's episode, my guest, Susan Killeen Jones, is talking about using the enneagram as a tool in helping us navigate and move through the hard places in our lives. She explains what the enneagram is and how we can best use it. We also discuss adoption since we have this in common, although every adoption story is different.  Susan is the creator of Resilient by Design, and the Wholehearte...

In this solo episode I'm talking about using Binaural Beats, Solfeggio Frequencies, our own voice and movement to music (dance or any form of exercise) to help ourselves feel better and boost our mood in as little as 3-5 minutes. Here's the great article I reference: The 9 Solfeggio Frequencies And Their Benefits To connect with me, Alana Banana, follow on IG @TheAlanaBananaShow or join...

Today's episode is inspired again by the writings of Tiffany Nicole and her book Lavender. She writes "Never dim your shine. Embrace it and let it illuminate everything around you. Your light is so necessary".  To learn more follow on IG@lavenderthebook Every Friday I'll be dropping a mini episode that I hope brings a little more light into your day. Thanks so much for listenin...

This conversation with my guest, Elizabeth Brunner, is so much more than talking about kids clothes.  It's about being an advocate for our children, following the strong impulses to create something more in our life and career, conscious parenting and conscious living. Elizabeth is the Founder and CEO of StereoType , a pioneering gender-free kids' fashion brand that aims to break-free fr...

Today's episode is inspired by a take away from my previous Mama Tribe episode, "what other people think about you or your situation has everything to do with their own life story instead of yours". Every Friday I'll be dropping a mini episode that I hope brings a little more light into your day. Thanks so much for listening! The best way to support me is to leave a rating and/...

It's a big topic and one that I was interested in diving  into with my mama friend's, Lara Plutte and Rachael Blair. This is our second Mama Tribe episode discussing topics around mothering through the ages and stages of life with kids. I love hearing the different perspective and experiences we all bring to the table.    With more than 25 years of meditation & yoga experience, Lara...

Today's episode is inspired by a passage from the book "Heart Steps" by Julia Cameron, author of The Artist's Way.  Every Friday I'll be dropping a mini episode that I hope brings a little more light into your day. Thanks so much for listening! The best way to support me is to leave a rating and/or review! The more we have the more the show will get out there into the worl...

When we follow our creative impulses, the possibilities for self-expression can be endless and might possibly surprise us.  My guest today,  Ashli St. Armant is doing just that and creating inspiring work in the world for kids and families.  Ashli is a vocalist, composer, author and playwright. She is known for her award-winning work in family entertainment, including her band, Jazzy Ash and Leapi...

Today's episode is inspired by a quote from my previous guest, Tricia Huffman, from her book "F the Shoulds. Do the Wants." She writes; " You are never too late. You are never too early. You are right on time, and your possibilities are limitless once you allow yourself to see that". Get her book: F the Shoulds. Do the Wants Every Friday I'll be dropping a mini episod...

Do you realize how often we all say the word "should" and how we actually feel when we say it? What if you stopped saying it all together and got really clear on what you WANT.  This is an important conversation I'm having with my guest, Tricia Huffman, today.  We talk about her background and incredible book "F the Shoulds. Do the Wants." Tricia Huffman, aka Your Joyologi...

When we plan something fun in the future, it sets up that anticipation of feeling excited and good NOW. This minisode  is inspired by a take away from my conversation with Brenda Winkle Every Friday I'll be dropping a mini episode that I hope brings a little more light into your day. Thanks so much for listening! The best way to support me is to leave a rating and/or review! The more we have...

This is a story of resilience and transformation. My guest today, Brenda Winkle, shares how she changed her life and is now helping others find and step into their own empowerment. We talk about getting out of an abusive relationship, how she was able to get help and the tools she uses to help others make big changes in their lives.  Brenda Winkle is a coach and healer that helps highly sensitive...

Today's episode is inspired by the writings of Tiffany Nicole and her book Lavender. She writes "I am allowed to not know. And I am allowed to be at peace until the answers come".  To learn more follow on IG@lavenderthebook Every Friday I'll be dropping a mini episode that I hope brings a little more light into your day. Thanks so much for listening! The best way to support me...

Today I'm talking with an amazing songwriter, music therapist and educator, Stephanie Leavell.  She's someone who is sharing her heart and musical gifts with kids and grownups and is an inspiration to me. If you're a parent, teacher, music educator or music therapist this conversation is for you. Born and raised in Boise, Idaho , Stephanie Leavell is an award-winning singer/songwrit...

Today's minisode was inspired by a take away my previous Mama Tribe conversation with Lara Plutte & Rachael Blair which was "when the unexpected happens, it can be a wake up call to the present moment". Every Friday I'll be dropping a mini episode that I hope brings a little more light into your day. Thanks so much for listening! The best way to support me is to leave a rat...

This is our first Mama Tribe episode discussing topics around mothering through the ages and stages of life with kids. Today we're talking about what happens when you want something and your child wants something different, you have different expectations or you have different desires so how to we combine them and create a harmonious environment. I'm joined by my dear friend's Lara...

Every Friday I'll be dropping a mini episode talking about either a take away from my previous conversation or a quote, idea or even a song that's got me inspired. My hope is that it brings a little more light into your day. Today's minisode was inspired by my previous conversations with Amy Rush Conroy & Karen Osborne. Thanks so much for listening! The best way to support me is...

If you are not already bilingual but have a desire to be or would like your kids to be this conversation will definitely inspire you. We talk about the benefits of music in learning a new language and traveling with your kids to foster more connection and empathy.  Amy Rush Conroy is an anthropologist, educator, wife, and mother of three bilingual kids in Los Angeles, California. She is the founde...

I've decided to drop a short inspired minisode every Friday talking about either a take away from my previous conversation or a quote, idea or even a song that inspired me  to share in hopes that it brings a little more light into your day. Thanks so much for listening! The best way to support me is to leave a rating and/or review! The more we have the more the show will get out there into th...

If you're unsure of how to move forward in the next phase of your life whether it has to do with your career or just feeling better, or if you're taking care of kids and aging parents at the same time, this conversation is for you.  Karen Osborne is a soul on a quest for joy and fulfillment all while juggling marriage/motherhood/caregiving/work/pets/a side career AND making dinner. A yea...

In celebration of the 1 year anniversary of this show I'm sharing a short solo episode talking about how we can move through each day with a little more ease, a little less resistance, so we can feel better and be more in the flow to receive and create a life we enjoy and are excited about. I speak about Abraham Hicks and if you like to learn more you can go to their website www.abraham-hicks...

Welcome to season 2! This conversation is a full circle moment for me because in my first episode last year I talked about surrendering my plan to motherhood and becoming a foster mama. My guest today helped me navigate and heal a lot of the emotions that came along with my fertility journey. Her name is Molly Nichols. Molly is a world renowned life and leadership coach, mama of 4 and the queen of...

It's the last week of 2022 and I'm sharing Part 2 of some inspiring moments I've had with my guests on the show this year. You'll hear a piece of conversation I had with my Dad a month before he passed as well some moments with a few of my best friend's and new friend's that I've met along this podcasting journey. I hope they inspire you as well.  Thank you for l...

I've been so inspired this past year from the guest that have been on my show. Here are some pieces of conversations that uplifted me. I hope they inspire you as well. We're coming up on our year anniversary! Thank you for listening and for being a part of this journey with me. Stay tuned for Part 2 next week to close out the year. In this episode you'll hear from: Kate Eckman, auth...