The Soul Aligned Podcast

Life is so mysterious and just when you think you may have something figured out — it goes and changes. That has proven to be true time and time again throughout this entire year. And with every magical moment that is experienced, there is also grief and loss that tags right alongside. This episode I'm walking you through a series of questions that will help position you for gratitude and acceptan...

One of the biggest fears that we face in life is the fear that we won't get there, that we'll never be ready, that we have too far to go. When we truly get honest with ourselves there is a gap between where we are standing right now and where we want to be. It's the steps taken in between that will make the most difference.  Over the past four weeks, we've been tackling the fears that hold us back...

This week we are continuing our four-part series on 'what's standing in your way' with obstacle number three - the fear of what others will think. More often than not our perception of what others think of us is not actually the case at all. It's just a perception. So why is it that we hesitate to take big steps in our lives when it comes to achieving our goals when it comes to worrying about what...

Of all the obstacles that stand in our way of living our true purpose and becoming the people we were created to be the fear of not being right or not being perfect makes us feel the most vulnerable. Vulnerability is not something that we aim for in our current culture which is why we spend so much time trying to make sure every decision we make is the right one and that what we choose to do with...

Most people don't even attempt hard things let alone try to pursue their dreams for fear of failure. Perhaps there is something standing in your way of pursuing your dream. Are you secretly afraid people will think you are a fraud or a phony?  In the first part of this four-part series, we will be unpacking why the fear of failure holds us back, and how you can move past those fears.  Connect with...

Each and every one of us has a story to tell with our lives. Sam Collier's started with rejection when he and his twin sister were given up for adoption by their biological mother. In this episode, Sam shares with me how he navigated belonging and acceptance within his own life. Sam also talks candidly about the racial injustice that is taking place within North America and the response of the whi...

This season has taken a toll on our physical, emotional, and spiritual health. There are some days when we feel like if we're just able to make it we'll be ok. You may have been surrounded with family nonstop for months on end, or have been trying so hard to be productive in this season that you feel like you've lost your footing a bit. It's entirely possible that you've faced some of the hardest...

A crucial aspect of creating success in anything you do is having your mind right. The truth is that your thoughts determine your life and your legacy. So whether you are starting over or you are wanting to take your dream to the next level it's important to attack your fears instead of running away from there. Today on the podcast, I'm chatting with internationally recognized performance coach To...

How would your life be different if you learned how to expect the unexpected? The problem with expectations is that we can become so attached to the outcome that we lose ourselves in the process. And if we're not careful we can be overcome with disappointment and frustration when things don't turn out the way we've planned. Today on the podcast we're talking about how we can begin to loosen our gr...

Have you ever experienced one of those crisis moments in life when you think life is over? It can leave you feeling helpless like the world is conspiring against you.  You've probably experienced something in your life that has caused significant heartbreak.  I've had a few starting points throughout my life, so whether you're experiencing loss or you're just wondering how you're going to begin li...

During times of crisis and hardship, it's easy to doubt whether or not you have the fortitude to stick things out.    There is value in staying and being in hard things but there is also value in knowing when it's time to leave. But how do we know the difference? And why is that we stay too long in the first place? Maybe you've been feeling like you've overstayed a job or a relationship or perhaps...

Are you experiencing a disconnect between your head and your heart? Are you suppressing what you truly feel in order to just make it through each and every day? You may be tempted to give up - but the ache will always be there. That's why we need to stay where we resist being.   Today on the podcast I'm chatting Anjuli Paschall who wrote the book Stay. Anjuli shares why we need to stay where we re...

What happens when your identity is tied to doing?   Have you ever felt so tied to what you do, to the roles you play that it feels impossible to separate it from who you are?   It can feel terrifying to walk away from something that you've placed so much or your value in. Especially if it's a job, you worked hard to get in the first place.    That's what happened to our guest today. Paula Faris ha...

Is the fear of the future holding you captive, keeping you paralyzed from taking action on the very dreams that once propelled you forward? It's common to be asking yourself where you should be going from here. So much has changed in the world, and life is no longer what it once was pre-COVID. Are you wondering if your dreams are still valid? In this episode, I'm sharing with you how fear tends to...

Now more than ever we're completely obsessed with our bodies, and the food that we're eating. The truth is that a majority of people would say they don't like the way they look. I know I've said that about myself many times throughout my life. But what might surprise you to learn is that there's a highly idealized view of health and body type and that it's an expensive classist system that only th...

Do you ever feel like you're being defined by the roles you play in life? In our search for our identity, it is easy to get caught up in trying to become someone we're not. We originally aired this episode in 2018 but decided to give it some new life and share it with you again. Join me and Kathleen Van Engen (founder of Tattered Tiara's) as we talk about the struggles we face as women to be uniqu...

Our most innovative ideas are often born in times of adversity. During seasons in life when we feel that everything is chaotic and out of control. It's only when we've come to the end of ourselves that we're able to let go and surrender to the process. This year has been fraught with uncertainty and chaos. Courage finds you when you're in the depths on your worst day. In November 2017 we released...

It's time that we take a stand to amplify the voices of WOC. This week on the podcast we are sharing with you amazing women for you to follow and learn from.   

Today on the podcast we're talking about love, being known, and the yearning we have to be intimate with someone. In a culture of instant gratification, sex is seen as a way for our personal desires to be fulfilled. But what if we start to look at relationships and physical intimacy in a new way. I'm joined by educator, podcaster, and founder of The Refined Woman, Kat Harris and we're talking all...

Today on the podcast we're talking about the struggle we all face when we're caught in the trap of trying to gain the approval. You're going to have to STOP living your life for other people and start living the life you were created to live.    > Connect with Andrea on Instagram  / Facebook / Website   > Join the private Facebook Group   > Schedule your 30 minute FREE Strategy Session  > Support...

Do you feel like life is anything but predictable right now? You might even feel compelled to shrink your dreams to match the current reality you're living in. Instead of shrinking back, now is the time to expand your capacity for growth. We're sharing five ways you can start (right where you're at) to expand your capacity to meet your dreams and destiny.  > Connect with Andrea on Instagram  / Fac...

Do you ever feel like you're too much? You might be surprised to hear that feeling like you're 'too much' is rooted in 'not enough-ness'. This week we're talking to the author of Empowered To Rise, David Trotter who said, "I think we get mixed up between our behaviour and life skills and our value and identity." David Trotter is the host of Inspiration Rising , a podcast dedicated to inspiring wom...

We're all feeling the strain of what is happening in the world due to COVID-19. Sometimes it feels like a loss, and other times like opportunity. Both can co-exist within the same framework. You may be doing some deep soul searching, and you may be wondering where God is in all of this.  Sheila Walsh is the best selling author, bible teacher, TV host, and speaker. Sheila's books have sold over 5 m...

Are you ready to shake things up a bit? We're in unprecedented times. Self-isolation, COVID-19 are all things we're quite familiar with. That and the fact that most of us have been stuck inside for weeks if not months. Being that you're inside, you may be seeing all of the 'stuff' that has stood in your way of moving forward in life — whether that be the clutter in your office or basement or the e...

Many entrepreneurs are facing uncertainty and challenges in their business right now. With everyone competing for a place in the market right now the temptation is stronger than ever to compare our success with that of someone else. The problem with comparison is that it keeps us playing small. In this episode, I'm talking with Allie Duff founder of Pure Balanxed about her journey as a start-up an...