Femoir

Discipline. Joy. Letting go. Making time. Focus. Priorities. Balance.  These are just a few of the things we discuss in this very exciting season finale. The next season of the show will be coming "Arrested Development" style...so...TBD. Show notes and more at brianahansen.com Thank you for listening to this and previous seasons, friends.

Anything I have ever achieved that I'm proud of has come from a series of small decisions I stubbornly continued to make and never from some major big thing I decided to do once. It's in those tiny little decisions we consistently do that real growth happens. And that's what this podcast is about *Sound issues this pod, below normal quality, my apologies*

I had an annoying experience recently that was a great reminder that there's really not much we can control...even if it's fun to pretend like we can. We explore that and how all you can control is your attitude in this episode. Enjoy! Show notes and more at brianahansen.com

Momentum is necessary to any achievement. But boy oh boy, it can seem like a fickle beast that's intimidating to reign in.  In this episode, we talk about recognizing and gaining momentum, what to expect once you start getting some, and how to get it again if it's lost. All that and oh so much more. Show notes and more details at brianahansen.com

If you want to welcome new, exciting things in your life, you HAVE to make space for them. Too often we're emotional hoarders who think we can make change in our future by doing everything we've always done but just adding more to the plate. I've learned the hard way life doesn't work like that. If you want to do new things, you have to decide what old patterns you're willing to give up in order to do them. And that's what we talk about in this episode. Show notes and more at brianahansen.com    

Even when you love to do something, why is it so hard to get yourself to do it? There's this weird chasm between what we want to do that we know is good for us and what we end up doing even when we know it's bad for us. This episode explores just that.  Show notes and more at brianahansen.com    

You've probably heard the phrase "it's not a sprint, it's a marathon." If you've heard it a lot, you've likely rolled your eyes at it because it's often not what you want to hear when you want results quickly and efficiently. But the truth is, anything worthwhile is worth working and waiting for. And there's no better metaphor than the marathon (well, maybe there is but that's what we're using here). We dig into how I was reminded of this very fact during some recent auditions in this episode.  Show notes and more at brianahansen.com    

It's so easy to get caught up in all the things you think you're not doing and overlook the amazing stuff you are accomplishing. Even if you feel like you're not doing enough, if you're doing you're best you're doing plenty. At least that's what I'm reminding myself (and you, friends) in this episode. Show notes and more at brianahansen.com  

Things happen. That's the nature of them. They grow, they change, they surprise you, they do what you expected.  Things are things. Our external realities are what they are. The only thing we have control over is our internal reaction to them. And I recently had the opportunity to test my approach to how things happen.  I'm please to say that, at the very least, I learned something. Perhaps you will, too, friend.  More at brianahansen.com

There are times we have to put our head down and do the work. It's not pretty. There's no glory. And, very likely, there's little validation. In fact, the more time you spend seeking validation for doing the work, the less effective you'll be at focusing and doing the actual work. So you just do it because you said you would. And you do it because you know that you need to, even if and when you don't want to. That's what we talk about in this episode, friends. Show notes and more at brianahansen.com Thanks for your subscribes and ratings. Helps the show out a lot. 

100 episodes! Can you believe it? And what a perfect time to talk about going through the motions...and how easy it is to fall into the trap of doing something without thinking about it. We talk yoga, passion, and touch a bit on performance. But mostly, we talk about how being present in everything you do adds such a rich and delightful layer to your life and is way more fun than always being neutral. Show notes and more at brianahansen.com Twitter: @thebrianahansen Instagram: @briana_comedy

Do you ever feel rushed? I do like every dang day. Yet I've slowly taught and trained myself to find moments of pause (and literally made myself count and incorporate them into my life) that have transformed how I approach the world and made me - albeit slightly - less reactive. We talk Buddhism, road rage, and meditation all in the context of finding this elusive pause. Show notes and more at brianahansen.com. Twitter: @thebrianahansen Insta: @briana_comedy

I'm a fair-weather fan. I'll admit it.  But I recently realized that there are career implications for being a fair-weather fan of yourself. So I've decided to teach myself how to be more die-hard and voracious even when the chips are down. Not in sports, though. That will probably never happen. Show notes and more at brianahansen.com  

David Goggins is the most normal crazy person you'll ever meet. His book, "Can't Hurt Me" is incredibly inspiring and will make you be like "Wow, I'm a lazy piece of sh*t"... in the best way. This episode talks about some of my major highlights and takeaways from what I've learned in reading his stuff, watching his Insta, and listening to his interviews. I'm a big fan. Maybe you will be, too. Show notes and more at brianahansen.com

This episode centers around a story of a woman who was terrified of the world's cutest dogs...and the lessons that can be learned from her paralyzing fear. And, of course, I discuss how cute my dogs are ad nauseam. Show notes and more at brianahansen.com  

In this episode, we get into the flow by talking about, yep, FLOW. There's also some wisdom shared that a lady who works at a local grocery store imparted unto me. There's some self reflection, self deprecation, and general joy for your ENJOYMENT - so ENJOY! Show notes and more at brianahansen.com  

Whodathunkit - we're BACK, friends. Sure, I may have said we'd be back in 2016, but what's a few years amongst friends. This is a little sneak peek at what the upcoming season will hold and a nice little chat on being blocked creatively and believing in your own voice. Show notes and more as always at brianahansen.com.

Last podcast of 2015, friends, and we talk about the very timely time to REST! Hope you've enjoyed the podcast adventures this year. We'll be back for more in one way or another in 2016! Happy Holidays and Happy New Year, lovies! Show notes and much more at brianahansen.com!

Tis the season for reflection, falalalalalalalafriends. Winter is a perfect time to think and look back on what you've accomplished in the past few months, where you are, where you're going, and where you wanna be. And that's what we discuss in this episode of Femoir: The Podcast. Show notes and more at brianahansen.com!

You're good enough. You're smart enough. And doggone it, people like you. But maybe you're not all those things all the time. And that's why we're talking CRITICISM this week, friends. We're talking comedy, happiness, and how to let criticism be a guide. Show notes at more at brianahansen.com.

Shhh! Shush your face and LISTEN, friends, to this latest episode of Femoir: The Podcast. If you do, you'll hear all about LISTENING. Mind=BLOWN! Show notes and much more as always at brianahansen.com!

Time to buckle down and FOCUS, friends. On this latest Femoir: The Podcast episode, we discuss comedy and happiness, of course, but also FOCUS! Enjoy! Show notes and more at brianahansen.com.

Feeling inspired, friends? Well you're in luck either way because this episode of Femoir: The Podcast is all about INSPIRATION! Show notes and more at brianahansen.com!

All it takes is a little PERSPECTIVE, friends, and you can find a little more happiness in this crazy life. At least that what we discuss on this latest episode of Femoir: The Podcast! Show notes and much more at brianahansen.com.

Time to get DELUSIONal friends as we talk about the benefits of tricking yourself in this latest episode of Femoir: The Podcast! Show notes and lots more at brianahansen.com!

Do what you want, what you want with my BODY... if what you want is to listen to this latest episode of Femoir: The Podcast! Show notes and more as always at brianahansen.com!

Yahoo! Hooray! Yipeekiyiyay, friends! This episode of Femoir: The Podcast (where we talk about comedy and happiness) focuses all about that great feeling you get from getting and giving ENCOURAGEMENT! Show notes and more at brianahansen.com.

Don't make the mistake of NOT listening to this episode of Femoir: The Podcast where we talk all about REGRET! Show notes and more at brianahansen.com!

We have a one-sided conversation in this episode of Femoir: The Podcast while we talk about COMMUNICATION! Show notes and more brianahansen.com

Go on a journey with me, friends, as we talk about TRAVEL in this episode of FEMOIR: THE PODCAST! YES! I FEEL LIKE WRITING IN CAPS TODAY! HOORAY! MORE AT BRIANAHANSEN.COM

Get on out of that COMFORT ZONE, friends! Time to challenge yourself and learn! And that's what we discuss in this episode of Femoir: The Podcast! Also be sure and check out show notes and lots of fun stuff at brianahansen.com!

Today we talk about one of my favorite things on the planet, friends! CREATIVITY! Enjoy! Show notes and a whole hulabaloo more at brianahansen.com

Yes, you've heard it before. Yes, it's cheesy. But riddle me this, friend... do you actually actively attempt to be your best self on a daily basis? DO YOU!? And what does it even mean to be you? All that and more on this episode of Femoir: THe Podcast. Show notes and goodies at brianahansen.com

How appropriate is it that an episode with two repeating numbers is all about REPETITION? I think it's perfectly appropriate, friends. If you want to do anything right, you've got to do it a bunch of times. And that's what we chat about in this episode. Enjoy, friends! Show notes and more at brianahansen.com

We're talking all about that charm that makes you stand out from the rest in this episode of Femoir: The Podcast, friends. Show notes and much more at brianahansen.com

Boo! You scared, friends? Don't worry about it if you are. That was a very terrifying "Boo" I just typed there. And besides, fear is a powerful and wonderful tool you can use to achieve more happiness and find your passion. Take a listen! Show notes and much more at brianahansen.com

Get the most bang for your buck, friends. In this episode of Femoir: The Podcast, we talk all about one of my all-time favorite things, PRODUCTIVITY! Show notes and much more at brianahansen.com.

It ain't easy to be present, friends. In this episode, we talk about some tips and tactics you could maybe use... but mostly on the value of at least attempting to be and remain present for your life. Show notes and more at brianahansen.com.

Go boldly into that sweet world with CONFIDENCE, friends! That's what we're talking about this episode of Femoir: The Podcast. Show notes and much more at brianahansen.com

Let's get real for a second here, friends. Let's get vulnerable. Mmmmmm. Vulnerability. Sweet, delicious, terrifying vulnerability. That's what we're delving into in this episode of Femoir: The Podcast! Show notes and much more at brianahansen.com.

Giddy up, partner. And choosing a partner to giddy with isn't always the easiest task. In this episode of Femoir: The Podcast, we chat about the ups and downs of finding a good partnership. Show notes and more at brianahansen.com

It's so easy, friends, to compare ourselves to others in today's world. But does it have any value? And can it make you any happier? Methinks not. Methinks not at all. And me goes into the why's in this episode of Femoir: The Podcast. Show notes and more at brianahansen.com

What better time than the New Year to talk about a subject so near and dear to my heart... goals! Enjoy this latest Femoir The Podcast episode. Show notes and so much more at brianahansen.com!

It's time we get back on the Femoir: The Podcast bandwagon, friends! I've got a whole slew of podcasts ready and lined up for you in 2015 so you'll won't miss them. This is the introduction to let you know what to expect for this new year of episodes. We're gonna be doing a lot more of talking about comedy and happiness. So enjoy! And show notes and more as always at brianahansen.com!

We're back! Can you believe it friends? We're being RESILIENT and overcoming the RESISTANCE and bringing you another Femoir: The Podcast episode about those two very things!

How do you keep it all in place without getting all outta wack, friends? I don't know! But I do know I can talk about it for a little bit and that's exactly what I did on this episode of Femoir: The Podcast! Show notes and much more at my website brianahansen.com!

Finding that special someone to teach you and tell you it's gonna be all ok isn't easy, friends. But on this Femoir: The Podcast we talk about why it's so valuable! As always, show notes and much more at my website brianahansen.com!

We (finally) get around to discussing the habits that can make you happier, friends. These are also known as "Happiness Habits." I hope you enjoy them and learn. As always, show notes and more at my website brianahansen.com.

In this long-awaited episode of Femoir: The Podcast, I talk about how important it's been in my life to maintain the perspective of giving something my complete and total attention and effort. And I also ramble about other things, but that's to be expected. Enjoy friends!

Friends often ask me about the City of Angels that I happen to call home. And when they do, I'm happy to talk about this wonderful, magical (and often difficult) city. I condensed most of what I've learned about myself and about city life here into this podcast. I hope you learn and I hope you enjoy and I want to know if you agree!

I don't end things well, friends. But I do have some stories of when things have ended and what I've learned from them. Maybe you have ideas on how to be better about closure, too? Listen in and let me know what you think! Show notes and more as always at www.brianahansen.com