The Queer Confidence Podcast

In this bonus episode, my client MaShawn shares how he's found more confidence through vulnerability. MaShawn works in the military and is also starting a personal image consulting business. Today you'll get to hear how MaShawn has moved away from people-pleasing, is more authentic in his relationships, and has begun the scary journey to entrepreneurship. We also talk a little about inte...

Happy Pride month! Today, I want to share with you my own journey. I'm sharing it with you because I want you to understand no matter how dark, how empty, or how hopeless you feel, there's opportunity for you. I will warn you ahead of time, I do go into detail on my experience attempting suicide. So this one is a little heavier. But I promise as always, it ends with joy and encouragement...

In this bonus episode, my client Keila J shares how she's mastered personal, professional and romantic connection. Keila is a screen writer, actor, and professional match maker. All of those requires the ability to accept rejection. Today you get to hear how Keila has changed her perspective on rejection and how it's led her to more joy and ease in screen writing, acting, entrepreneurshi...

Some might call it an inner critic, but this isn't Rotten Tomatoes. This is life, and mine can be a real bitch! Today we're looking at how that bitchy inner voice comes out to attack ourselves and others. Instead of shutting it up, we're asking the hard questions like "What are you here to tell me?" We're on the same team. Let's start working together. Get full s...

In this bonus episode, back by popular demand, my friend and past client, Corey Spade joins us! Corey is back to give you an update since his first episode which has been the most popular guest episode I've ever done. (You can find that BONUS episode here ). I couldn't be more proud of him. Get full show notes and more info here: https://coachalexray.com/podcast/bonus008 Get on the best...

In today’s episode, I help you take a look at what you want your relationship to be with alcohol and give you simple steps to making that shift. Get full show notes and more info here . Get on the best email list for building your confidence, sign up and receive my free 21 Sassy Affirmations for Confidence Got a guest nomination, question, or topic idea? Email podcast@coachalexray.com Get the insi...

In this bonus episode, my client Raphaela shares her story of how she had to face the question 'who am I without achievement?' A lot of her identity was wrapped up in success at work, school, and fitness. Through one of the roughest patches of life, when her sudden health decline made her stop everything, Raphaela developed the confidence to be the trailblazer she's always known she...

There are 7 stages of confidence that we all go through. In today's episode, you'll learn how to identify what stage you're in and navigate from each one to the next. Get full show notes and more info here . Get on the best email list for building your confidence, sign up and receive my free 21 Sassy Affirmations for Confidence Got a guest nomination, question, or topic idea? Email...

In this bonus episode, you'll get to meet Diego Gonzalez-Zuniga, the man behind Diego Downtown and host of Your Insecurity Is Showing on IGTV . Diego gives us insight into how and why he's evolving from an influencer to a mental health advocate. He also shares his own insecurities with us today. Get full show notes and more info here: https://coachalexray.com/podcast/bonus006 Get on the...

Last week we talked about getting rid of negative thoughts. This week I'm going to share with you the most difficult obstacle you'll encounter in the process: cognitive dissonance. Cognitive dissonance is a mental clash. It's holding two opposing beliefs at the same time. And it is what's required in order to change your thinking. Get full show notes and more info here: https:/...

In this bonus episode, you'll get to meet Mike Balaban, the accidental gay historian, and host of the BAMMER and Me podcast . Mike share's his perspective as a gay man from the baby boomer generation. He's got some invaluable lessons we can all learn about the evolution of queer culture. Get full show notes and more info here: https://coachalexray.com/podcast/bonus005 Get on the bes...

Have you ever tried to use mantras to change your thinking? How about positive quotes online? What about daily affirmation apps? If they aren't working for you, it's not your fault. In today's episode, I'll give you the exact process to wrangle negative thinking and transform it into positive thinking. Hint: No human is able to force positive thoughts when they're down in...

In this bonus episode, you'll get to meet Drummond Culture, a fellow life coach and host of Positive Talk on IGTV . Drummond share's his story of growing up gay in a conservative Christian church and what his faith looks like now as an out gay Christian. Get full show notes and more info here: https://coachalexray.com/podcast/bonus004 Get on the best email list for building your confiden...

Today we're talking about the hot topic Imposter Syndrome. I used to have severe imposter syndrome, especially when it came to fitness (then later I became a coach, pretty ironic). But if you understand where identity comes from, you won't experience imposter syndrome. Get full show notes and more info here: https://coachalexray.com/podcast/15 Get on the best email list for building your...

In this bonus episode you'll get to meet Lizzy Lesbiana host of The People’s Lesbian podcast . Lizzy share's her story of starting the podcast even when she was still very doubtful. We have fun, shoot the shit, make some gay jokes, and leave you with a great message of inspiration. Get full show notes and more info here: https://coachalexray.com/podcast/bonus003 Get on the best email lis...

Mark is an Author, Model, Coach and Speaker who advocates for mental health and addiction recovery. Today Mark shares about his mental health journey, losing all confidence in himself, addiction to drugs and alcohol, attempting suicide, and the triathlon that changed his life. Get full show notes and more info here: https://coachalexray.com/podcast/14 Get on the best email list for building your c...

In this bonus episode you'll get to meet Aerik Pachicano an Actor, Writer, Comedian and YouTuber. Aerik share's his own story of following his dream career even when others have doubted him since second grade. He's an inspiration and a reminder that you can absolutely do what makes your heart sing. Get full show notes and more info here: https://coachalexray.com/podcast/bonus002 Get...

Rejection is the number one thing that holds you back from becoming confident. And half of all rejection is completely within your power to control. In today's episode, I share with you exactly how to overcome that rejection so you can go through it with far less fear. Get full show notes and more info here: https://coachalexray.com/podcast/13 Get on the best email list for building your conf...

I’ve had many dating experiences that ended terribly with broken hearts and hostile feelings on both sides. But dating doesn’t have to be that way! In this episode, I’m going to answer 4 very important dating questions that you must know in order to enjoy dating and find your right person. Get full show notes and more info here: https://coachalexray.com/podcast/12 Get on the best email list for bu...

Today I have a special guest with me. In this episode Corey shares about: Coming back from hitting rock bottom Turning around self loathing Overcoming body shame Being a gay kid growing up in a conservative household And freedom from people pleasing Get full show notes and more info here: https://coachalexray.com/podcast/bonus001 Get on the best email list for building your confidence, sign up and...

Today I am honored to have Chloie Jönsson on the podcast. Chloie is a Transwomxn who's had a tremendous impact on the world of fitness. Chloie has been open on social media about her past additions which she had used to cope with her own insecurity. Through sobriety, she's become an advocate for mental health and addiction recovery. Get full show notes and more info here: https://coachal...

Have you ever found yourself being fake vulnerable? Where you share something that sounds vulnerable, but really you have a plan of action to handle it already. If you’ve caught yourself doing this, that’s ok! It is just part of the process. In today’s episode I help you see the difference between fake and real vulnerability and use it as a test for whether or not you are being fake or real in you...

In this episode you’ll learn how to find your purpose. We are trained to think that purpose is something we can find. But purpose isn’t a treasure to be discovered. And achievements also are not your purpose. You’ll know exactly what you purpose is by the end of today’s episode. Get full show notes and more info here: https://coachalexray.com/podcast/9 Get on the best email list for building your...

If you are a cause-driven person, you are constantly at risk of burn out. In today’s episode, I teach you the new self concept you need to use in order to continue your mission, without burning out. Get full show notes and more info here: https://coachalexray.com/podcast/8 Get on the best email list for building your confidence, sign up and receive my free 21 Sassy Affirmations for Confidence Got...

In this episode, I sit down to chat with my new friend Gerard Cole about his journey to confidence. Gerard shares how he quit college, left his home on the east coast, and moved to LA to start his career in comedy. We unpack how he built the confidence to chase after his dreams when everyone else around him didn't approve. Get full show notes and more info here: https://coachalexray.com/podca...