Advanced Beginner

The morning routine dilemma! Explore the science behind optimizing your life toooo much & getting in the way of your biology's natural proneness for flow.

Here's why regulating your nervous system is the basis for artist's well-being & creative energy. When you're just surviving, you can't be creating.

In a world that constantly pushes for perfection, the true magic lies in imperfection.

Tess sits down to muse about the process of writing her first book. In this first episode she talks about why starting is so hard, how professional artists continue the work without worrying about the outcome, & looking at resistance as inspiration. Book mentioned is War of Art by Steven Pressfield --- Tess Allen is a multi-hyphenate artist & cares deeply about telling stories. She currently is living in Mexico City finishing her first book - a collection of stories & poems about turning trauma into art. This podcast will cover her journey in real time as she faces the challenges and joys that is "creating art."

In this episode, I interview Houston Max (inventor and co-founder of Bindle Bottle) about his journey as an entrepreneur creating the first ever fully insulated water bottle with a storage compartment. We talk about his process, Oprah, and the next phase of Bindle. Enjoy! www.bindlebottle.com @bindlebottle

In this episode, I bring on Ryan Basham -- a political guru & Stonewall Democratic Club's Communications VP -- to start explaining how to understand, educate yourself, and become more involved in the crazy world of politics. We talk about elections, voting, gun reform, news sources, and his own experience in the political realm. This is a great episode for those that feel overwhelmed or confused when it comes to politics and American government. Mentioned in this episode: Rachel Maddow - MSNBC Nicole Wallace - MSNBC Media Bias Chart - https://www.adfontesmedia.com/ Ryan said "Equal Rights Act" but actually meant Equal Rights Amendment Thank you so much for listening! If you have any feedback or questions you can email me: tess@advancedbeginnerpodcast.com

In Episode 1, I sit down with friend and Los Angeles food blogger, Kylie Mazon-Chambers (@cookingwithcocktailrings) to discuss the start of her blog and Instagram. Our topics range from how she got started to what you should keep in your pantry and so much more. My huge takeaway from Kylie: be consistent in everything you do! Enjoy! Did you love this episode? Are you or someone you know a self starter? Email me: tess@advancedbeginnerpodcast.com