Now That You Ask

How do you feel about those days you don't get anything done? Is it laziness? Is it self care? A path to enlightenment? These days I am making friends with doing less. It seems I have become a champion of indolence. Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to downright whacky. Join host, Akasha Halsey as she takes listeners on a journey...

I'll admit, even though I didn't think it really existed, I spent years longing for that idyllic family and Christmas like I saw on TV. This is the story of how I learned that it is in fact possible and worth the wait. Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to downright whacky. Join host, Akasha Halsey as she takes listeners on a journ...

I love Christmas for many of reasons. One is seasonal sweaters. Some might call it a guilty pleasure but I thoroughly enjoy it. Here is a story about how my passion for this gay apparel began, some of my prized items, and what people close me really think about it. Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to downright whacky. Join host,...

Aprons are love. They are used is the kitchen where love creates tasty treats. While life may have its twists and turns, I am never out of sorts in the kitchen with my apron. This piece is a meditation on apron appreciation and preparing food as an expression of love. Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to downright whacky. Join hos...

Today I find myself missing certain family members that have passed away. They each had their own unique impact on me. In this piece, I am remembering and honoring them despite the tears in my eyes. Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to downright whacky. Join host, Akasha Halsey as she takes listeners on a journey through her writi...

While I can get pretty attached to one food (perhaps you recall my episode entitled, Marmalade ), I also like to mix things up in the food department. This piece explores what happens when we forget that some of everything is often the best way to go. Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to downright whacky. Join host, Akasha Halsey...

I have a sweet tooth. I am learning, however, that it might not always be for chocolate. How do you invite more sweetness into your life? Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to downright whacky. Join host, Akasha Halsey as she takes listeners on a journey through her writing and experience with life’s most persistent questions. Than...

What is it like to face your own mortality? While I imagine it is different for everyone, this is my story. Hear about a time when I experienced an attitude adjustment of the highest order. Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to downright whacky. Join host, Akasha Halsey as she takes listeners on a journey through her writing and ex...

Here are a few truths I'd like to share with you, my listeners: I am not afraid to be a little woo woo. I always appreciate my meditation practice. It's always interesting what or who shows up when I enter a state of meditation. Listen to this week's episode to hear about how I connect with my guides, who they are, and how they support me. Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that ra...

Sometimes life throws us a curveball and sometimes we do it to ourselves. This week's piece is about the latter. You'll want to buckle in because it is definitely a wild ride. And not to spoil it for you, but everything turns out okay in the end. Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to downright whacky. Join host, Akasha Halsey as sh...

Is art the antidote to heavy feelings? When I am feeling anxious or off balance physically, mentally or spiritually, the first thing I think about to help me is art. Listen as I share some of my favorite pieces and artists and how they both help me and enrich my life. Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to downright whacky. Join hos...

What is to be done when you know the messages from your brain are wrong but you're just not able to let them go? Listen to hear my process for how I reconcile who I want to be from what is available to me at the time. Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to downright whacky. Join host, Akasha Halsey as she takes listeners on a journe...

We don't always react to life the way we expect. Maybe you have felt it, too - that sinking feeling when you find out you have won something like an award or even a cash prize? Then follows the question, "Why me?" What is it that sometimes makes me feel like I dont deserve to be a winner? Is it a good thing or a bad thing to question if I deserve it? In this episode, I share some of my wins and ho...

It's incredible what you can experience when you simply pay attention. Recently in my meditation and writing class, I felt I needed to do more than just close my eyes. I sought more than my usual journey into the dark. I was pleasantly surprised when I found a sweet sanctuary in this new level of darkness. This week's episode includes my insights and appreciation for this experience. Now That You...

Today's episode includes two pieces. The first one, titled Assimilation, is about how to have a lovely start to your day. In the second piece, Buzzed, I share what happens when you let yourself go in the wrong direction. I hope you enjoy both stories. I sure had fun writing them! Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to downright whac...

I am not fundamentally opposed to rules. I think they are generally beneficial. Sometimes I just have to push the envelope, you know? And then sometimes it is as if my rules don't fit everybody else's. In this episode I share how I have come to love and appreciate this rebellious part of me. Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to do...

After years of searching for God in art, churches, the ocean and even a spiritual commune, I found Him the most surprising and perfect way. I also learned that my God has a great sense of humor and is not afraid to use it to my advantage. I hope you enjoy this episode about my relationship with God. Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondro...

Do you fear the unexpected or trust in something bigger? This is the story of how my search for spirituality and adventure in Nepal lead to the most romantic time I ever experienced and a world beyond my expectations - a world that includes grace. Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to downright whacky. Join host, Akasha Halsey as s...

Are there lessons to be learned from a condiment? Hear what happened when I ordered a special jar of marmalade from Scotland hoping it was like what my grandmother always had on her breakfast table. Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to downright whacky. Join host, Akasha Halsey as she takes listeners on a journey through her writi...

75 years old. How did this happen? In this episode Akasha shares some realness and reflections on the ups and down of turning 75. Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to downright whacky. Join host, Akasha Halsey as she takes listeners on a journey through her writing and experience with life’s most persistent questions. Thank you fo...

Have you lost sight of what a gift it is to be alive? This episode is all about life's profound specialness and how I stay inspired and connected to the beauty in the day-to-day. Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to downright whacky. Join host, Akasha Halsey as she takes listeners on a journey through her writing and experience wi...

Who knows me better than me? In this episode I share why I write and why I decided to share my writing in this podcast. We all of our reasons “why” and here are a few of mine. ~ Akasha Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to downright whacky. Join host, Akasha Halsey as she takes listeners on a journey through her writing and experie...

How much do you know about Southern Society? If you're new to the South, this episode will serve as a primer on proper Southern Etiquette. If you're already experienced in Southern ways you will feel right at home listening to Akasha talk about funeral flowers and pimento cheese! Now That You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to downright whac...

Welcome to the very first episode of Now That You Ask! What does is mean to be a sober woman from the south? This episode will give you your first glimpse into the unique perspective and life that lead to the creation of this podcast. Grab a cup of coffee and get to know your host, Akasha Halsey. Now that You Ask is a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous...

What happens when you ask a world traveler, a life-coach, a one-woman-show-stopper and sober woman from the South what she thinks about life? Welcome to “Now that You Ask,” a podcast that looks at topics that range from death to desire, and from wondrous to downright whacky. Join host, Akasha Halsey, for a journey through life's most persistent questions and the unexpected answers she found along...