Deeper Life

If you're struggling with your career, feeling stuck or stagnate and questioning your next step, you need this listen to this episode. I break down big career changes I'm making in 2022 - why I'm doing it, how I did it, and what I hope to accomplish. Connect with me on IG!

Manifestation. Imaging. Prayer. How are they connected? Do they work? In this episode, I'm joined by my mentor and dear friend Madalaine McDaniel to talk about the power of imagination, vision and manifestation.If you feel stuck in a rut, unmotivated or just exhausted from life, this episode will help bring a new perspective to the power you hold in your mind. Madalaine shares how she used imaging to overcome several personal hardships (financial debt, divorce, being a single parent), improve her mindset, and change her life.Connect with Madalaine on IG, her blog Lakeside Table, or purchase her new cook book! Connect with Alexis on IG!

Setting goals for a new year can be overwhelming. I feel you friend! In this episode, I break down how I set goals and how I stay motivated to actually make the changes I want in my life.Start by setting a goal in present tense. For example: "I prioritize my physical health and am intentional with my nutrition." Then write our your core "why" for that goal. Then write out what attaining this goal looks like in your daily, weekly or monthly life.  Once you do this, write down a few barriers or roadblocks that might stand in the way of you achieving this goal.I share 5 of my core goals for 2022 and then break down why they are important to me, what they look like in my daily life, and what obstacles may stand in my way.Connect with me on IG!

Navigating our love life isn't easy. Blaire Ward took a different approach and decided to document her experiences dating hundreds of men in LA over the course of a year. What started as a personal diary, turned into an online blog, then eventually turned into her new book, 10 Dudes.Blaire and I talk through her journey to self-love, healing, and working through perception management. Blaire shared her experiences dating, finding love, and the process of writing her (sold out!) book.Trigger warning: Sexual AssaultConnect with Blaire on IGJoin the waitlist for Blaire's book, 10 Dudes

My husband Matthew joined me for a fun recap episode of 2021! We talk home renovations, investment properties, assumptions, budgeting, and what we've learned in our second year of marriage.Connect with me on IG!!

Self sabotage can sneak up on us when we least expect it. How do we work through it and break the pattern?  In this episode, I'm joined by my dear friend Ashely Beaudin, Self-Sabotage Coach. We deep dive into self sabotage: how to be aware of it, how to work through it, and how it interacts with your inner childConnect with Ashley on IG!Connect with Alexis on IG! 

The end of the year can bring up a lot of feelings. The holiday blues, the overwhelming social calendar, the pressure to have big goals for the new year. In this episode, I give practical advice on how to navigate this busy season with grace and patience. That includes prioritizing rest, our mental health, and physical health.We talk through one of my biggest lessons from 2022, my personal goals for the new year, and how to navigate a busy/overwhelming season of life.Connect with me on IG!!  

Why do emotions sometimes overwhelm us? How can we stop emotions overwhelming us? Why is it important to be in touch with our feelings? How can we become master of our feelings instead of them becoming master of us?  How does the subconscious figure in feelings?This episode, our resident therapist Marlene Rose Shaw talks about one of the seven core questions that leads to more confidence, which is "How am I feeling right now?"Based on over 25 years of Marléne helping clients gain success, confidence and great relationships 7 Questions Highly Confident People Ask Themselves will help you:Discover what true confidence really meansLearn 7 powerful questions to ask yourself that will significantly raise your confidence.Understand why these 7 particular questions will be so effective in changing your life.Easily integrate these 7 powerful questions into your life as a powerful personal development habit.Click here to access the 7 Questions Checklist!Connect with Marléne at stepintoyourbold.com.

Navigating big life changes can be overwhelming. But when a choice still needs to be made, what do we do to navigate the overwhelm while making the best decision for ourselves?  In this solocast, Alexis shares the big decisions she's navigating in her life and business right now. Consider this a behind the scenes episode to help you as you navigate your own big choices.If you're ready to tackle 2022 with more clarity and confidence sign up for Deep Breakthrough with Alexis! Deep Breakthrough will help you dream big, create a 90-day plan, identify your core needs and values, sidestep roadblocks and start the new year with clear intentions.This is a 2 hour coaching/strategy session and a 30 minute followup call - only offered in the month of December just for you!This is limited to 5 spots only and it's priced at $250 ($500 value). To book your Deep Breakthrough session, click here!

How do we measure confidence? Where does confidence really comes from?True and lasting confidence is found in that which remains a constant; it comes from within. Confidence doesn't come from what we do. It comes from how we 'be'. The key to confidence is found in self-knowledge and self-awareness. It's in becoming an observer of your own life and learning to ask yourself the right questions.In this episode, the Deeper Life Resident therapist Marléne Rose Shaw walks us through her new book 7 Questions Highly Confident People Ask Themselves.How Am I Feeling Right Now?What Am I Focusing On?What Do I Actually Want? What Am I Still Holding On To?How Can I Value Myself More?What Would This Look Like If It Were Easier?What Can I Learn From This?To purchase Marléne's new book, click here!To connect with Marléne, visit stepintoyourbold.com

What are your expectations? Are your expectations rooted in reality? Who influences your expectations? Are your expectations attainable? In this episode, Alexis breaks down how expectations impact our relationships and how we feel about our lives. Journal prompts:- What expectations of yourself are causing you more strife than value?- What expectations of other people could you let go of?- What are the non-negotiable standards you have in each area of your life?YourselfCareerRelationshipFamilyFriendshipFinancialSpiritualityHealth (mental, emotional, physical)Connect with Alexis on IG.

In this episode, I share about my current relationship with my body. I was recently triggered with body dysmorphia and it reminded me that body neutrality and self-love is a journey. We all have layers to our healing. This is a super causal episode about spending the last 5 days in a swimsuit in Miami and how that made me feel.If you're interested in exploring coaching, I would love to support and encourage you through the season of life you're in.  Wether you're trying to build awareness, gain confidence or navigate life/career goals, we could partner though that together. Schedule a 30 min clarity call here! Connect on IG!

It's been a minute fam. I took a couple months off but the Deeper Life podcast is BACK! In this episode, I share our recent experience of being robbed in South Africa, updates on the home renovation, navigating self doubt, my movement and nutrition journey which led to weight loss, and what's next for Deeper Life.Connect with Alexis on Instagram!Join the Deeper Life Group Coaching Program Waitlist here! 

Good intentions don't always result in real action or results. How do you want to spend your time? Does life seem to happen to you instead of you steering the ship? In this short episode, Alexis shares concrete tips on how to create your dream schedule for the day, week, and month.Questions that will help you begin to draft up your dream schedule: What would you like to do monthly?What would you like to do weekly?What would you like to daily?What do you want to do first thing in the morning?What do you want to do right before you go to bed?Interested in working with Alexis? Book a free 30 minute coaching call here.Connect with Alexis on IG here.

I've made a decision, now what? If you've ever found yourself here, in the middle of a decision and taking action, this episode is for you. This episode focuses on strategic change that sometimes requires more time before you take action. How can we still make progress as we wait for the right timing? How do we keep ourselves from feeling stuck? When is the "right" time?We talk through making an action plan for the big changes in your life.If you're seeking clarity and want to make changes in you life, book a  free clarity call with Alexis here! 

Have you ever subtly wanted something to change but felt scary to admit it? or you know it's going to take work, so you avoid it? We've all been there. Including me. In this episode, Alexis covers the 6 stages of change (the Transtheoretical Model) and how we can navigate each stage with compassion and awareness. We also talk through the core elements of change 1) readiness to change 2) barriers to change 3) likelihood of relapse or regression.Sources for this episode found here and here.If you're seeking clarity and want to make changes in you life, book a  free clarity call with Alexis here!   

Welcome back to another episode of Deeper Life. Today, resident therapist Marlene and I are talking about the act of forgiving ourselves. We dive into the seriousness of the topic as well as the graceful lightheartedness towards understanding our humanity. We really peel back the layers on what does it really look like and mean to forgive ourselves and how does it overlap with forgiving other people. We also talk through the role that shame plays in forgiving ourselves and the core shame that we feel that keeps us from actually forgiving ourselves and moving forward. We even touch on values, morals, good vs. bad and how these play a huge role in how we are as humans.Stick around to the end of the episode where Marléne answers a few questions from listeners around forgiveness!To connect with Marléne Rose Shaw, visit stepintoyourbold.comTo connect with Alexis, join her on Instagram! 

My good friend Andrea Crisp is back on the podcast for another episode of Deeper Life! Andrea is a success and mindset coach and has worked with women all around the world to help them build confidence, hone their potential and use their voice in a powerful way.In this episode, we talk about faith deconstruction and the toxicity that can sometimes accompany a mega church. We also chat through church hurt, how to recover and how that can affect your relationship with God.We both share our own journeys with Christianity to hopefully help you not feel alone and create a safe space for curiosity to help yourself and your faith grow.Connect with Andrea on Instagram and her website. Listen to her podcast, The CourageCast, and read her book Designed with Purpose.Connect with Alexis on Instagram and visit her website, alexisteichmiller.com

Assumptions are accepted as true or as certain to happen, without proof (conscious or sub-conscious).These assumptions develop as part and parcel of the learning process we undergo as our brain seeks to make sense of the world around us.What role do they play in our relationships? Our biases? Our personal development? Our choices?In this episode, Alexis shares the role assumptions play in disconnection and our personal growth.Sources for this episode:https://www.bayridgecounsellingcentres.ca/beliefs-values-morals-assumptions-and-attitudes/https://mindfulkc.com/2018/06/23/assumptions-filling-in-the-gaps/https://www.johnmaxwell.com/blog/dont-trip-over-these-growth-gaps/Connect with Alexis on IG!  

Maybe you want....more clarity, less confusionmore confidence, less insecuritymore intentional living, lessmore awareness, less avoidanceIt all comes down to our choices. Do our choices align with what we say we want?If you feel disconnected from yourself or need clarity in your life or career, join the 3-day Deep Discovery  Challenge.It runs Tuesday, June 15 - Thursday, June 17th! 

Today on the Deeper Life Podcast we have my dear friend, Laura Weldy. Laura is a leadership and career coach for professional women, helping them to become confident leaders and build sustainable success in their 9-5 jobs.In this episode, we talk through a lot of different topics regarding female leadership. We cover everything from challenges that women face when stepping into a leadership position to the barriers that keep women from even getting into leadership positions. We chat through the lack of confident communication skills, bouncing back when imposter syndrome creeps in and so much more.Connect with Laura on Instagram @lauraweldy and visit her website at lauraweldy.comTo connect with Alexis, join her on Instagram! 

What's holding you back from the growth you're seeking? On this solocast, Alexis talks about how limiting beliefs, environment,  community and  mindset can play a role in keeping us from growing the ways we want.If you feel disconnected from yourself or need clarity in your life or career, join the 3-day Deep Discovery  Challenge! The challenge runs Tuesday, June 15th - Thursday, June 17th! 

Becoming who you've always wanted to be AKA - falling in love with the journey, not the destination! In this episode, Alexis shares her entrepreneurial journey, how she's reinventing herself, letting go of self doubt and building confidence.If you feel disconnected from yourself or need clarity in your life or career, join the 3-day Deep Discovery  Challenge.  

In this short solocast, Alexis dives into what she's learning in therapy, the importance curiosity plays in our growth, and how to find a path and pace that aligns with your values.Connect with Alexis on IG! 

Today on the Deeper Life podcast, I have my very special friend and work-wife Haley Janicek with us. Haley is a long-time friend of mine that I had the honor of meeting while working at ConvertKit. With that, you will find that this is a very raw chat of just two close friends catching up and chatting about motherhood, friendship and what it’s like being a woman in the software space and a male-dominated industry. We talk about feminism, how she is raising her girls and all the things women walk through and how we can support each other. I hope you enjoy this real, authentic conversation with my dear friend Haley.Connect with Haley on Instagram @haleyjani. and visit this link to learn more about CK Creator Sessions!To connect with Alexis, join her on Instagram! 

In this episode with Deeper Life resident therapist, Marléne Rose Shaw, we taking a deep dive into forgiveness. Marléne shares her wisdom on what forgiveness really means and what happens in the body when we are in the forgiveness process. We cover how to know when you are ready to forgive someone, common steps of the forgiveness journey, the difference between forgiving and forgetting and so much more!Stick around to the end of the episode where Marléne answers a few questions from listeners around forgiveness!To connect with Marléne Rose Shaw, visit stepintoyourbold.comTo connect with Alexis, join her on Instagram! 

Teresa McCloy is a Coach, Enneagram Professional, and the creator of the REALIFE Process®. If we have any enneagram fans out there - you will find this episode incredibly illuminating. Today on the Deeper Life Podcast, Teresa gives us a holistic outlook on the Enneagram and helps explain all the facets of knowing who we are and using the Enneagram as a tool to better understand how we operate. Teresa is a recovering workaholic and shares how she is navigating hustle culture daily. We also talk through why she doesn't believe in setting goals and instead looks at life through a lens of individual projects. Lastly, we touch on her experience with grief and loss throughout her life and how that has shaped her habits and values today.Connect with Teresa on Instagram, visit her website and listen to her podcast.To connect with Alexis, join her on Instagram! 

Andrea is a success and mindset coach and has worked with women all around the world to help them build confidence, hone their potential and use their voice in a powerful way.This episode is so enlightening as we take a deep dive into purpose. We cover how to unlock the power of your purpose at any stage of life. We discuss what happens when you’ve let a dream die and how to know when (or if)  a dream needs to be resurrected. We also touch on how it is never too late to start over and become who you want to be.We have a discussion around perfectionism and we talk through letting go of the idea of who you thought you would be. That’s right - we dig into embracing failure, rejection and loss as part of your life journey and story.Connect with Andrea on Instagram and her website. Listen to her podcast, The CourageCast, and read her book Designed with Purpose.Connect with Alexis on Instagram!

Today’s guest is my dear friend, Riley Pruemer. Riley is a serial entrepreneur who owns RP media, a videography company for weddings and brands and he is the co-owner of the Vagabond Eatery, a retro-inspired coffee and açaí bowl food truck. We get to talk through the different phases of his entrepreneurial journey that started when he was just 17 and his ability to execute his ideas as an entrepreneur.Riley and I grew up in the same small town with a population of less than 600 people. We chat about growing up in a small town and how being different effected his confidence and mental health. But more importantly, we talk about how he navigated that and how he decided to be and embrace who he was and not worry about what people thought about him.If you have any unpleasant memories from high school because of feelings of being different than the people you were surrounded by, this episode will really help you to step into your most confident self and reframe your mindset around your experiences.View our wedding film by Riley here , check out his website, follow Vagabond Eatery, RP media and Riley on instagram!Connect with Alexis on Instagram.

In this episode with deeper life resident therapist, Marléne Rose Shaw, we are covering all things self-acceptance, self-esteem and bridging the gap to confidence. We talk about the differences between them, as well as, how we can have self-acceptance while still holding space for growth and self-improvement.Stick around to the end of the episode where Marléne answers a few questions from listeners!To connect with Marléne Rose Shaw, visit stepintoyourbold.comTo connect with Alexis, join her on Instagram! 

So many outside forces influence us - parents, government, friends, environment, relationships. In this solocast, join me as I dive into the factors that play a role in our decision making.  I talk through the situational and dispositional influences on behavior and how can we take a more active role in the choices we make.Journal questions to help you go deeper:What or who are your biggest influences in life?Do those influences create tension or alignment with your core values?How do we allow people to change our minds?How can we become more aware of the influences at play in our decision making?________________________Stuck? Frustrated with where you are in life? Hungry for change but don't know where to begin? Book a free 30 minute clarity call with Alexis to discover the actions you can take to live a deeper life and take ownership of your life. Book a clarity call here.Connect with Alexis on IG.

Chelsea Scott is the creator and extraordinary writer behind The Millennial Miss; a blog and community dedicated to the evolving woman. With each post, she breaks down all of life’s relationships and advice. TMM is a single source destination of inspirational yet relatable content. She was one of my very first internet friends and I am so happy to have her on the show today.From long distance dating to a long distance marriage, Chelsea and I host an honest conversation around the hard parts of long distance that you don’t always hear about. If you are “doing” long distance right now, we’re bringing a safe space to feel, think and talk through things with your partner. We cover communication, navigating the opinions of others and also, the good that comes out of the journey.Connect with Chelsea on Instagram and visit her blog.Connect with Alexis on Instagram.

You are not alone in your healing. No one is perfect and everyone is on their own path. Healing is such a journey. We go through seasons where we are focused on our healing and other seasons where we are resting from the work. I'm in a season of deep healing and I share my journey through different experiences that have lead me to where I am now. In this episode, I share a few core areas in my life that I'm walking through the healing process.__________________________________________________Feeling stuck? Transitioning your career? Struggling with self-connection? Needing clarity? Book a complimentary clarity call with me and let's go deeper together.Connect with Alexis on IG.  

Victoria Garrick is a former Division I Volleyball Player, TED Talk Speaker, Social Media Influencer, and Mental Health Advocate. Since delivering her TED Talk in 2017, Victoria has become a leader in the mental health and body-image advocacy space. After graduating from the University of Southern California in 2019, Victoria has traveled the country speaking on college campuses, hosts her hit podcast Real Pod, and creates daily content for her army of over 1.0M+ people who follow her message of authenticity and self-care on social media. In this episode of the Deeper Life Podcast, we chat through mental health, the effects of social media on your mental health, as well as, our body image. We also talk about her journey of building her business as a millennial woman and more. I hope you enjoy this raw, authentic conversation around the “hidden opponent” that we call our mental health.Connect with Victoria on Instagram, check out her podcast and visit her website!Connect with Alexis on Instagram.

I am so honored to have, the Holistic Psychologist, Dr. Nicole LePera on the podcast today. She has built an amazing community of individuals who are focused on healing themselves, understanding their past and recognizing their patterns. Dr. Nicole LePera’s teachings empower the individual to break free from trauma cycles and create who they want to become.This episode is so powerful as we dig into several deep topics surrounding psychotherapy, healing and more. We also talk about Dr. LePera’s new book called “How to Do the Work”. To join the book club I am hosting with this dynamic read - click here!Connect with Dr. Nicole LePera on Instagram, check out her new book and visit her website!Connect with Alexis on Instagram.

Alexis shares the importance of investing in yourself, whether it be with your time, energy, or finances. It can be difficult  to take a breath and see where we could be investing more into ourselves. We pour out so much energy into our relationships, career, and family. What happens when we have nothing left to give because we feel exhausted, burnt out, and disconnected from ourselves? If you're interested in gaining clarity on the areas of your life you feel disconnected in and want to change, book a free clarity call with Alexis! Click here to schedule a time to connect with Alexis. 

Often times, fear gets in the way of our growth and potential more than we'd like it to. In this episode, Alexis is joined by the Deeper Life resident therapist Marléne Rose Shaw to talk through all things fear.In this episode, we cover four core areas of fear:Fear of the UnknownFear of FailureFear of SuccessFear of People's OpinionsTo connect with Marléne Rose Shaw, visit stepintoyourbold.comTo connect with Alexis, join her on Instagram! 

Doing deep emotional work, building awareness and healing can be overwhelming and exhausting. That's why it's important to incorporate playfulness, intentional breaks, and fun into your everyday life. Giving ourselves the space to embrace our inner playful child is our chance to step away from the serious, focused, driven version of ourselves and tap into the playful, curious, open-minded version of our inner child.This episode was inspired by this graphic by @holisticallygrace.Connect with Alexis on Instagram!

Needing a break from pretty much everything? You're not alone. In this episode, Alexis talks through the default reaction to overwhelm and stress is to turn towards our numbing mechanisms. Alcohol, shopping, isolation, social media, etc. There are so many ways we numb our real feelings. Alexis shares a very raw experience of what happened when she took a month long break from social media - she found herself in a deeper way. Access free self-connection journal prompts here!Connect with Alexis via instagram here.  

In this episode, Alexis is joined by the Deeper Life Resident Therapist, Marléne Rose Shaw, and they discuss how to manage and acknowledge all of the emotions that accompany the holiday season.They discuss tips on how to take care of your mental health, set healthy boundaries and exercise assertiveness during the holidays. Connect with Marlene on her website and check out her new book, How Kind People Get Tough.Resource: 52 Power Phrases for Tricky Conversations: http://52powerphrases.comDownload Marléne's freebie on 5 Steps to Resolving ConflictConnect with Alexis on Instagram. :) Risk Assessment Note from MarleneThe tools, tips and techniques mentioned by Marléne Rose Shaw in this podcast, or any linked downloads from this podcast are suggestions applicable only within the context of a non-abusive relationship. Applying these tools, tips and techniques within an abusive relationship could potentially  be detrimental.If you think you may be in an abusive relationship, possibly even in physical danger, it’s recommended that you seek support. Seek out a professional who is trained to help, and speak to your family and friends.Please remember that it is not your responsibility to try to change others; rather it is your responsibility to take care of yourself. For further information on Terms of Service or for information about sessions with Marléne, visit the website at: www.marleneroseshaw.com 

In this episode, join Alexis and the Deeper Life Resident Therapist Marléne Rose Shaw in discussing gaining, giving, and restoring respect.They discuss how to build more self respect, the role respect plays in relationships and the workplace, how to use respect as a way to defuse conflict, and more!Connect with Marlene on her website and check out her new book, How Kind People Get Tough.Resource: 52 Power Phrases for Tricky Conversations: http://52powerphrases.comDownload Marléne's freebie on 5 Steps to Resolving ConflictConnect with Alexis on Instagram. :) Risk Assessment Note from MarleneThe tools, tips and techniques mentioned by Marléne Rose Shaw in this podcast, or any linked downloads from this podcast are suggestions applicable only within the context of a non-abusive relationship. Applying these tools, tips and techniques within an abusive relationship could potentially  be detrimental.If you think you may be in an abusive relationship, possibly even in physical danger, it’s recommended that you seek support. Seek out a professional who is trained to help, and speak to your family and friends.Please remember that it is not your responsibility to try to change others; rather it is your responsibility to take care of yourself. For further information on Terms of Service or for information about sessions with Marléne, visit the website at: www.marleneroseshaw.com 

Join Alexis as she dives into the importance of knowing and deeply understanding your value system. When things feel off in our lives, it's most likely a result of not acting in alignment with our value systems. We act in accordance with our character and values, but what if we don't know what our values are?Want to go deeper? Download 20 free journal questions to deepen your connection with yourself and others.Connect with Alexis on Instagram here :) 

In this solocast, Alexis discusses the negative effects of gossip, why we feel the need to gossip, the difference between gossip and venting, along with how to break the habit of gossiping.Connect with Alexis on Instagram!Looking to go deeper? These 20 journal prompts were gathered to help you embrace vulnerability, reflect on the past, and be honest about where you are in life and where you want to go.Download 20 journal prompts for self connection for FREE here.

Alexis and Houston Kraft dig into all things accessing kindness. They discuss the gap between our belief in kindness and our ability to actually practice it and so much more. In this episode, they work through topics like the empathy gap, emotional regulation and the role kindness plays in conflict.I really feel like this episode will resonate with so many of the Deeper Life community members so I want to encourage you to pass it onto someone who you know is struggling to experience kindness from other or even struggling to extend kindness to others.Connect with Houston on Instagram, find his book "Deep Kindness" on his website, and visit CharacterStrong.com to learn more about their mission.Connect with Alexis on Instagram :) 

Alexis and our Deeper Life resident therapist, Marléne Rose Shaw, take a deep dive into navigating disagreements and forgiveness in relationshipsThis episode is all about how to deal with opposing viewpoints in relationships and how to clearly communicate on your differences. We also touch on creating a safe environment together so that you both can feel comfortable enough to express what is true for you and recognize how your life experiences influence your perspectives. We also go through anger management when a conversation is not well received, rebuilding trust, forgiveness and answer some audience questions.Connect with Marlene on her website and check out her new book, How Kind People Get Tough.Download Marléne's freebie on 5 Steps to Resolving ConflictConnect with Alexis on Instagram. :)  Risk Assessment Note from MarleneThe tools, tips and techniques mentioned by Marléne Rose Shaw in this podcast, or any linked downloads from this podcast are suggestions applicable only within the context of a non-abusive relationship. Applying these tools, tips and techniques within an abusive relationship could potentially  be detrimental.If you think you may be in an abusive relationship, possibly even in physical danger, it’s recommended that you seek support. Seek out a professional who is trained to help, and speak to your family and friends.Please remember that it is not your responsibility to try to change others; rather it is your responsibility to take care of yourself. For further information on Terms of Service or for information about sessions with Marléne, visit the website at: www.marleneroseshaw.com

Alexis and Jake Kelfer talk all things energy; the way you spend, give and hold space for it. We touch on morning rituals and daily habits that subsequently have an impact on your mental and physical energy levels.We are identifying what aspects of your life are giving you energy and what aspects are taking energy from your life. This conversation is filled with honesty and connection, and I hope you all enjoy.View my previous chat with Jake on my old podcast, The Laptop Lifestyle here.Connect with Jake on Instagram. Hang out with Alexis on Instagram :) 

Alexis and Gennean connect over the topic of solo travel, the self-connection that happens on a trip with yourself and the sacrifices that come with making the decision to just book the dang trip.We dig into solo travel, safety concerns with female solo travel, the sacrifices that travel encourages you to make and more. We talk about how if you have a desire to travel, what that looks like to prioritize that goal. We dig into what saving looks like and how to make conscious decisions with your money when travel is something you’re craving. Gennean shares her process of planning by getting clear on where you want to go, why you want to go there and what sacrifices that includes. Most importantly, we chat through the things we have learned through solo travel and why we think that these lessons are so very important to experience.Connect with Gennean on Instagram, listen to her podcast, Wild Hearts with Gennean and check out her guide to solo travel.Connect with Alexis on Instagram. :)

Alexis and Thomas talk through key attachment moments and attachment styles, rebuilding trust, meeting your individual and attachment style needs and all things healthy communication with your partner.Thomas is a relationship expert, author and podcast host who specializes in helping couples transform their conflicts into lasting love. In today’s episode Alexis and Thomas talk through key attachment moments and attachment styles. We also talk through breaking trust and what it looks like to restore trust after it has been broken. Additionally, we touch on the difference between our individual needs and the needs of our attachment style as well as, triggers in relationships and how those can affect communication with your partner.Connect with Thomas on his website and find his podcast at zensensa.comConnect with Alexis on Instagram :) 

Join Alexis in conversation about resistance. Moments of extreme growth can usually be experienced after feelings of resistance. In this episode, Alexis breaks down emotional, relational, and physical resistance and what we can learn from it. Questions to explore about resistance:How often do you notice resistance? (especially emotional resistance in relationships, job, and your relationship with self)How often do you give yourself time and space to explore your emotional resistance?How do you interact with physical resistance? Think back to a time you experiences physical resistance, what was your reaction and what did you learn?Where is there resistance in your life right now? What that resistance trying to teach you?Follow Alexis on IG! :) 

Alexis and our new Deeper Life resident therapist, Marléne Rose Shaw, host a conversation around assertiveness, kindness, boundaries and advocating for yourself.We not only cover how kindness and assertiveness can co-habitate, but we also talk about being consciously kind and the idea of misguided kindness. Another topic we dive into is making decisions with assertiveness and the stigmas that come with being assertive. We work through setting boundaries with the people closest to you and highlight the importance of being an advocate and speaking up for yourself and your needs.You can look forward to many more episodes with Marléne's calming presence in the future as our resident therapist and I am so very excited for you to get just a glimpse at the professional, clinical expertise that she will be bringing to the show.Conscious Kindness ChecklistConnect with Marlene on her website and check out her new book, How Kind People Get Tough.Connect with Alexis on Instagram. :) Risk Assessment The tools, tips and techniques mentioned by Marléne Rose Shaw in this podcast, or any linked downloads from this podcast are suggestions applicable only within the context of a non-abusive relationship. Applying these tools, tips and techniques within an abusive relationship could potentially  be detrimental.If you think you may be in an abusive relationship, possibly even in physical danger, it’s recommended that you seek support. Seek out a professional who is trained to help, and speak to your family and friends.Please remember that it is not your responsibility to try to change others; rather it is your responsibility to take care of yourself. For further information on Terms of Service or for information about sessions with Marléne, visit the website at:www.marleneroseshaw.com

Alexis and Vannesia Darby have a conversation on hustle culture and how to healthily manage your life and business in a society formed around “the hustle.”Vannesia talks through the different seasons of hustle and how it can potentially be harmful. She touches on knowing yourself well enough to know when you might be in a season of “grinding.” Alexis and Vannesia dive into inner confidence and what it’s like to create a sense of trust and security in yourself that benefits both your business and life. Vannesia explains how her confidence has impacted her relationships as it’s centered on her emotional and spiritual growth.Connect with Vannesia on Instagram and check our her website for Moxie Nashville and her podcast, The Entourage podcast.Connect with Alexis on Instagram :)