Ty Alexander

Self Care IRL

Welcome to Self Care IRL, a brave space for you to create better wellness experiences. Join me, Ty Alexander, wellness blogger and best selling author of " Things I Wish I Knew Before My Mom Died ", as I explore strategies and ideas for becoming your best self. This podcast will inspire you to take life by the horns and enjoy the ride despite your traumas or circumstances. Topics include relationships (especially the one with self), transitions, inner growth, life purpose, spirituality, and whatever else the world throws our way. Sharing the most intimate parts of myself with you...this is Sel...

Author

Ty Alexander

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Education

Podcast website

tyalexander.co

Latest episode

Dec 2, 2024

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Episodes

88. Three things grief does to us all 18.10.2023

In my next book I’m teaching you how to choose gratitude over grief. There are lots of ways that you can do this but because I love you I'm gonna give you 3 tried and true top tier things that you need to start incorporating into your wellness work today. RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/grat...

87. Life lessons I learned from deejaying NYFW 26.09.2023

NYFW came and went but these lessons are here to stay. In this week's episode I'm sharing 3 life lessons I've learned from deejaying. RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge My debut book, Things I Wish I Knew Before My Mom Died, is available in bookstores everywhere - https://am...

86. All the ways you can unlock the potential of your emotional intelligence 19.09.2023

Having a high level of emotional intelligence can help you navigate the ups and downs of life more effectively. And I promise you when you spend more time developing your emotional intelligence you will improve your relationships. It will boost your overall well-being. In today's episode, you and I chat about some techniques that will unlock the true power of your emotional intelligence. EPISODE L...

85. IDK who needs to hear this but... (part 1) 21.08.2023

This episode is filled with a bunch of gems I tell myself daily. You might wanna grab a journal and pen to take notes. RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge My debut book, Things I Wish I Knew Before My Mom Died, is available in bookstores everywhere - https://amzn.to/3M7BZ8h C...

84. All the ways you can support someone without giving suggestions 14.08.2023

Supporting someone doesn't always mean providing solutions or suggestions. In this week's episode you and I discuss 8 ways you can support someone without giving suggestions. RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge My debut book, Things I Wish I Knew Before My Mom Died, is availa...

83. Nine things you need to do to move forward 19.07.2023

In today's episode you and I are going to discuss some things we need to do to move forward. Nine to be exact. Before we get into though I wanna remind you (and me) to be gentle with yourself. Be kind. Learn the lesson as many times as you need to. Also. Today's episode is just as much for me as it may be for you. So excuse the somber tone as I am clutching for happiness and joy. As I like to remi...

82. What to do when your loved one is transitioning (to death) 20.06.2023

In today's episode, I'll be sharing some general tips and insights to help you navigate this challenging time, but please remember to trust your own instincts and do what feels right for you and your loved ones. RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge My debut book, Things I Wish...

81. Understanding Anxiety: Recognizing Signs and Taking Control 23.05.2023

In today's episode you and I are going to dive deep into the world of anxiety and we going to explore the signs and symptoms. We'll also uncover the hidden triggers that set anxiety into fast motion. And I am going to do my best to equip you with a stockpile of self-help techniques and coping strategies that will serve you on your journey to building better wellness experiences. EPISODE LINKS: Epi...

80. All the ways I’m living a soft life… join me? 09.05.2023

In this episode you and I are going to discuss how to live a softer life. It's time for us to take a step back from this chaos we call life and focus a lot more on what truly matters – us! We are going to create a life that feels more calm, centered, and balanced, no matter what challenges may come our way. RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journ...

79. Here's what you need to do when your parents' best wasn't good enough. 24.04.2023

In this episode you and I are going to take a dive deep into our relationships with our parents and the impact they've had on our lives. Sometimes, despite their best efforts, our parents' actions and decisions just didn't cut it. I'm going to share 15 emotionally intelligent solutions to help you heal and move forward. Even if your parent isn't a willing participant. RESOURCES: Make It Happen Jou...

78. Ten polite ways to say no to someone 11.04.2023

Today, we're going to talk about one of the most powerful tools in your self-care toolkit - the power of saying no. Many of us struggle with saying no, whether it's because we're afraid of hurting someone's feelings or because we feel like we have to say yes to everything So in today's episode, we'll explore 10 ways to say no politely and respectfully, with a focus on mindfulness, optimism, and pe...

77. Listen to this episode for realistic work life balance tips 20.03.2023

I got another DM this morning and since I had no clue of what you and I were gonna chat about today I figured why not. In this episode you and I are going to discuss 10 ways to achieve a very realistic and tangible work-life balance that you can actually sustain. RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx....

76. How to build your friendship circle from scratch 14.03.2023

In today's episode you and I are going to discuss 10 ways you can build your friendship circle from scratch. Now, we all know how important it is to have a solid group of homies in our lives. So whether you are struggling to find your click in high school, or you're new in town, perhaps you are just starting college, or simply looking to expand your social circle, then this episode is for you. RES...

75. Ten ways to tell your friends the truth 27.02.2023

In this week's episode you and I are going to discuss some practical and effective ways to tell your friends the truth, no matter how difficult it may seem. RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge My debut book, Things I Wish I Knew Before My Mom Died, is available in bookstores...

74. Here's what grief sounds like (also you are not alone) 15.02.2023

In this week's episode I share a reader's DM to me. I talk a lot about grief but today I want you to hear how it sounds. But more importantly I want you to listen in to know that you are not alone.  RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge My debut book, Things I Wish I Knew Befor...

73. Do these things to make your year different than last year 06.02.2023

In this week's episode you and I are going discuss (in no particular order) ways that we can really slow this year down to get to most out of it and not feel a consistent burden of "OMG I am forever behind!". RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge My debut book, Things I Wish I...

72. (Guided Meditation): Visiting your safe space 12.12.2022

The folks asked for a guided meditation (you say you like my voice). So here is my second mediation. Be sure to leave and comment and share if you loved it. This one will help you find your mental safe space. Maybe there will be more?!  RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge My...

71. 8 acts of self respect to start your new year 06.12.2022

I hope you've managed to curate your little space with people who you can learn from or folks that make you laugh or bring you joy. One of my favorite people to follow is Dr Nicole LePera. Her handle is the.holistic.psychologist on IG. She talks a lot about healing and gives examples of language for a lot of the common but taboo emotional things that we deal with daily. Recently she made a meme ab...

70. (Guided Meditation): Letting Go Of Your Day With Gratitude 28.11.2022

The folks asked for a guided meditation (you say you like my voice). So here is my first mediation. Be sure to leave and comment and share if you loved it. This one will help you find gratitude. Maybe there will be more?! RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge My debut book, Thi...

69. Ways To Cope With A Terminally Ill Parent 23.11.2022

In today's episode I give 3 gems necessary to cope with a terminally ill parent (in a healthy way).  RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge My debut book, Things I Wish I Knew Before My Mom Died, is available in bookstores everywhere - https://amzn.to/3M7BZ8h CONNECT WITH US: Jo...

68. The 8 small steps you need to start your self-improvement journey 14.11.2022

In today's episode, I chat about a quick method I saw circulating on Beyonce's internet on how to start small to improve yourself. And even added few steps because... improvement. RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge My debut book, Things I Wish I Knew Before My Mom Died, is a...

67. This one is for you if you're ever watched a show bubble snot crying 10.11.2022

Today's episode is a bit different from the norm. I am unpacking my emotions after binging the Netflix series, From Scratch. This might be the emotional vomit we all needed.  RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge My debut book, Things I Wish I Knew Before My Mom Died, is availa...

66. Listen to this if you are a overthinker 01.11.2022

In today's episode you and I are going to discuss 8 ways we can stop our overthinking dead in its tracks. RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge My debut book, Things I Wish I Knew Before My Mom Died, is available in bookstores everywhere - https://amzn.to/3M7BZ8h CONNECT WITH U...

65. Habits you have that you need to break TODAY! 26.10.2022

In today's episode, you and I are going to discuss what current habits should you break, like right now, if you truly want to be better, for tomorrow. RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge My debut book, Things I Wish I Knew Before My Mom Died, is available in bookstores everyw...

64. Things that will help battle your seasonal depression, 15 to be exact! 11.10.2022

In this episode you and and I are going to discuss things that we can do to manage and maneuver around seasonal depression. RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge My debut book, Things I Wish I Knew Before My Mom Died, is available in bookstores everywhere - https://amzn.to/3M7B...

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