How NOT to be a Miserable Cow

Female veteran entrepreneur Belinda Clear forged her way in a military career into the corporate world where she developed the skills she needed to start her own business. Rural Mercantile is a lifestyle apparel company located in the heart of America - not to far from my hometown in Missouri! Simply put, it's a reflection of a way of life. With the highest quality clothing, accessories and home goods made primarily in her small studio or from other USA designers, their studio boutique is all about providing the newest trends and styles, while maintaining our philosophy of supporting small business right here at home in the United States. Belinda and I had a moment this month to sit down and discuss how to build your own business, brand and forging your own way! Follow Belinda: https://www.instagram.com/clearasabel/ https://www.instagram.com/ruralmercantile/ Visit her store: https://www.ruralmercantile.com/ How NOT to be a Miserable Cow - A gypsy's guide to life, love and the pursuit of happiness from a clever girl with a big heart, passion for life, and strong convictions. Too often we release "bad behavior" to personality types or even our upbringing. On my quest for personal growth, I have identified what's making us ugly people, and if we refuse to identify them within ourselves we will become a Miserable Cows. My BOOK: www.alisoncapra.com/books My YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/alisoncapra My Website: www.alisoncapra.com My Instagram: www.instagram.com/alisoncapra My Twitter: www.twitter.com/alisoncapra --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alison-capra/support

People often ask me about overcoming depression. I cannot begin to fathom the depths of sadness that overtake someone when they lose their spouse. My best friend Erin lost both of her sibilings and her spouse in the matter of one decade. She shares her stories of fear, loss and victory overcoming grief. How do you enjoy the journey after losing the people closest to you on the planet? Erin shares exactly how. Follow Erin: Erin's Instagram How NOT to be a Miserable Cow - A gypsy's guide to life, love and the pursuit of happiness from a clever girl with a big heart, passion for life, and strong convictions. Too often we release "bad behavior" to personality types or even our upbringing. On my quest for personal growth, I have identified what's making us ugly people, and if we refuse to identify them within ourselves we will become a Miserable Cows. My BOOK: www.alisoncapra.com/books My YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/alisoncapra My Website: www.alisoncapra.com My Instagram: www.instagram.com/alisoncapra My Twitter: www.twitter.com/alisoncapra --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alison-capra/support

That's right! Our time has come. Nick and I are making a baby. Not the conventional way. 12 Years after his vasectomy procedure we decided to give it a go! Stay connected to find out more about our IVF journey. How NOT to be a Miserable Cow - A gypsy's guide to life, love and the pursuit of happiness from a clever girl with a big heart, passion for life, and strong convictions. Too often we release "bad behavior" to personality types or even our upbringing. On my quest for personal growth, I have identified what's making us ugly people, and if we refuse to identify them within ourselves we will become a Miserable Cows. My BOOK: www.alisoncapra.com/books My YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/alisoncapra My Website: www.alisoncapra.com My Instagram: www.instagram.com/alisoncapra My Twitter: www.twitter.com/alisoncapra --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alison-capra/support

Curious why there is a sudden increase in infertility within our generation? Experts have researched environmental factors, developmental concerns brought on by hormonal changes due to birth control, and harmful lifestyle choices. But whatever the reason, 1 in 7 couples have reported struggling with infertility and have sought after reproductive help. With over 5 million IVF babies born in the United States alone. My badass friend Ashley, an IVF nurse, explains In Vitro Fertilization and how to keep yourself fertile and healthy. Ashley is a biker babe, the mom of 4 beautiful children and a wealth of information. Follow Ashley: https://www.instagram.com/ashamcha/ Find out more: https://www.conceptionsrepro.com/ How NOT to be a Miserable Cow - A gypsy's guide to life, love and the pursuit of happiness from a clever girl with a big heart, passion for life, and strong convictions. Too often we release "bad behavior" to personality types or even our upbringing. On my quest for personal growth, I have identified what's making us ugly people, and if we refuse to identify them within ourselves we will become a Miserable Cows. My BOOK: www.alisoncapra.com/books My YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/alisoncapra My Website: www.alisoncapra.com My Instagram: www.instagram.com/alisoncapra My Twitter: www.twitter.com/alisoncapra --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alison-capra/support

Rebecca McNamara... Rebecca is an artist, wife, dog mom and Badass Lady of the Hour. One of most unapologetic, authentic women I have never met. Rebecca and I sit down to talk about how to live life on your own terms and STOP APOLOGIZING. From what you wear to what you believe. It's time to stand up for yourself and ENJOY being yourself and Rebecca is going to tell you how! Follow Rebecca: https://www.instagram.com/rebeccalmcnamara/ How NOT to be a Miserable Cow - A gypsy's guide to life, love and the pursuit of happiness from a clever girl with a big heart, passion for life, and strong convictions. Too often we release "bad behavior" to personality types or even our upbringing. On my quest for personal growth, I have identified what's making us ugly people, and if we refuse to identify them within ourselves we will become a Miserable Cows. My BOOK: www.alisoncapra.com/books My YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/alisoncapra My Website: www.alisoncapra.com My Instagram: www.instagram.com/alisoncapra My Twitter: www.twitter.com/alisoncapra --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alison-capra/support

I had the privilege of sitting down with musical artist Leilani - (One of my best friends and Raider wife, Hannah Honsberger) Leilani is a Singer and Songwriter born and raised on the Big Island Of Hawaii. Her works span from Electronic Dance Music to Classical Orchestral Music. She has 4 tracks released on itunes and spotify. Her current passion is singing breathtaking vocals and writing on orchestral pieces created by talented composer, Roger Shah, for the Hollywood Film industry. She is currently working back and forth between Hawaii and California to continue her musical dream. Hannah shares how she let go of fear and followed her dreams with passion and purpose! Download Hannah's Music: HALE KULA LOVE HEALS YOU ETERNAL TIME ESSENCE OF LIFE Follow Hannah: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leilanimusic/ Website: https://www.leilaniartist.com/ Music IG: https://www.instagram.com/e11even11music/ Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/hb808/ How NOT to be a Miserable Cow - A gypsy's guide to life, love and the pursuit of happiness from a clever girl with a big heart, passion for life, and strong convictions. Too often we release "bad behavior" to personality types or even our upbringing. On my quest for personal growth, I have identified what's making us ugly people, and if we refuse to identify them within ourselves we will become a Miserable Cows. My BOOK: www.alisoncapra.com/books My YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/alisoncapra My Website: www.alisoncapra.com My Instagram: www.instagram.com/alisoncapra My Twitter: www.twitter.com/alisoncapra --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alison-capra/support

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Let's talk about breast augmentation. I get asked a lot of questions about my boob job. It's time eliminate the stigma that implants are for strippers. Millions of women want to improve the overall size and shape of their breasts. This week I talk with Jenny Eden, creator of Eden Knows Implants, a trustworthy resource for anyone interested in undergoing breast augmentation. Don't be SCARED! LOL Follow Jenny: Instagram: www.instagram.com/Edenknowsimplants Website: https://edenknowsimplants.com/ Community: https://bustmob.com/ Plastic Surgeon: https://dpraleigh.com/ Dr. Jeremy Pyle explaining the different levels of dual plane.

Hell with the NEW YEAR NEW YOU Hype! It's time to change your lifestyle 365 days a year. Let's kick this thing off right. Looking for motivation? Have questions? What the hell is a macro!? Nick and I break down the FEMFIT 16 week Female Fitness program that helped me lose 7% BF! Tune in for great fitness and lifestyle recommendations. How NOT to be a Miserable Cow - A gypsy's guide to life, love and the pursuit of happiness from a clever girl with a big heart, passion for life, and strong convictions. Too often we release "bad behavior" to personality types or even our upbringing. On my quest for personal growth, I have identified what's making us ugly people, and if we refuse to identify them within ourselves we will become a Miserable Cows. FEMFIT 16 WEEK TRAINING PROGRAM: www.femalefit.com My BOOK: www.alisoncapra.com/books My YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/alisoncapra My Website: www.alisoncapra.com My Instagram: www.instagram.com/alisoncapra My Twitter: www.twitter.com/alisoncapra Nick's BOOK: www.exwarrior.com Nick's YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/nickkoumalatsos Nick's Website: www.nickkoumalatsos.com/ Nick's Instagram: www.instagram.com/nickkoumalatsos/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alison-capra/support

Tired of hearing people talking about being single like it's the plague. You can choose NOT to be a Miserable Cow this Holiday season and enjoy being single these tips! My good friend and SINGLE AF, boss lady, Allegra Rightmire shares some of her outstanding insights! Follow Allegra: Instagram : www.instagram.com/bellaallegra Instagram : www.instagram.com/womenofwonderlr How NOT to be a Miserable Cow - A gypsy's guide to life, love and the pursuit of happiness from a clever girl with a big heart, passion for life, and strong convictions. Too often we release "bad behavior" to personality types or even our upbringing. On my quest for personal growth, I have identified what's making us ugly people, and if we refuse to identify them within ourselves we will become a Miserable Cows. My BOOK: www.alisoncapra.com/books My YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/alisoncapra My Website: www.alisoncapra.com My Instagram: www.instagram.com/alisoncapra My Twitter: www.twitter.com/alisoncapra --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alison-capra/support

Well you asked for it! My good friend and boudoir model and provocative photographer Denise Greenway talk about SEX. It's time for women to enjoy it MORE. Dim the lights, pour some wine and put on your headphones. No SHAME in this game. Disclaimer: This is an explicit podcast and you might want to put earmuffs on the kiddos. Follow Denise: https://www.denisegreenway.com/ Instagram PG: https://www.instagram.com/denise_deux/ Instagram R: https://www.instagram.com/denise.greenway/ Twitter R: https://twitter.com/denise_deux How NOT to be a Miserable Cow - A gypsy's guide to life, love and the pursuit of happiness from a clever girl with a big heart, passion for life, and strong convictions. Too often we release "bad behavior" to personality types or even our upbringing. On my quest for personal growth, I have identified what's making us ugly people, and if we refuse to identify them within ourselves we will become a Miserable Cows. My BOOK: www.alisoncapra.com/books My YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/alisoncapra My Website: www.alisoncapra.com My Instagram: www.instagram.com/alisoncapra My Twitter: www.twitter.com/alisoncapra --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alison-capra/support

Does the holiday gift-giving make you anxious? Are you the guest that brings a bottle of Jameson to baby shower? Do people know you as the ultimate procrastinator? Sounds like you need a few ideas for ALL the BABES in your life! My good friend and the #1 Gift Giver on the planet, Rebecca Raushi and I discuss rules for holiday gifting, specialized gift ideas ANDDDD all the latest things we want are right here: MY HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE for BABES: https://www.alisoncapra.com/blog/2018/11/28/gift-guide-for-babes How NOT to be a Miserable Cow - A gypsy's guide to life, love and the pursuit of happiness from a clever girl with a big heart, passion for life, and strong convictions. Too often we release "bad behavior" to personality types or even our upbringing. On my quest for personal growth, I have identified what's making us ugly people, and if we refuse to identify them within ourselves we will become a Miserable Cows. My BOOK: www.alisoncapra.com/books My YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/alisoncapra My Website: www.alisoncapra.com My Instagram: www.instagram.com/alisoncapra My Twitter: www.twitter.com/alisoncapra --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alison-capra/support

We've all got a few dysfunctional surprises for us around the holidays. Don't let stress and anxiety overtake you. Don't sweat the small stuff. Here are a few tips from my mom Denise Capra and I to help you enjoy your Thanksgiving without becoming a Miserable Cow. How NOT to be a Miserable Cow - A gypsy's guide to life, love and the pursuit of happiness from a clever girl with a big heart, passion for life, and strong convictions. Too often we release "bad behavior" to personality types or even our upbringing. On my quest for personal growth, I have identified what's making us ugly people, and if we refuse to identify them within ourselves we will become a Miserable Cows. My BOOK: www.alisoncapra.com/books My YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/alisoncapra My Website: www.alisoncapra.com My Instagram: www.instagram.com/alisoncapra My Twitter: www.twitter.com/alisoncapra --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alison-capra/support

Lifestyle Blogger, Author of ENJOY Fall Cookbook, and Co-Owner of Lost Supply Apparel shares here own story of breaking free from the 9-5 desk job and creating the life she's always wanted, working hard at her own endeavors and how she's conquering the world one Homegoods trip at a time! Stefany's Cookbook: www.stefanybanda.com/enjoycookbook/ Stefany's Instagram: www.instagram.com/stefanybanda/ Stefany's Website: https://www.stefanybanda.com/ How NOT to be a Miserable Cow - A gypsy's guide to life, love and the pursuit of happiness from a clever girl with a big heart, passion for life, and strong convictions. Too often we release "bad behavior" to personality types or even our upbringing. On my quest for personal growth, I have identified what's making us ugly people, and if we refuse to identify them within ourselves we will become a Miserable Cows. My BOOK: www.alisoncapra.com/books My YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/alisoncapra My Website: www.alisoncapra.com My Instagram: www.instagram.com/alisoncapra My Twitter: www.twitter.com/alisoncapra --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alison-capra/support

Why I'm NOT a feminist. I'm done with the fourth wave feminist BULL$HIT Women throughout our history have changed the way we operate in America. We have a voice, we have rights, we can drive, we can vote, we have rights to do whatever we want with our lives in this country. My friend Ashley Kundrat is a widowed single mother of two. We talk about our experiences as liberated American women, parenting boys without a father, and what it means to stand WITH WOMEN today! Read the article:www.alisoncapra.com/blog/2018/11/5/why-im-not-a-feminist Support Women ONE BY ONE PROJECT - www.onebyoneproject.org/ OPERATION UNDERGROUND RAILROAD - www.ourrescue.org WOMEN FOR WOMEN: www.womenforwomen.org/ Follow Ashley Kundrat: www.instagram.com/ashleykundrat/ How NOT to be a Miserable Cow - A gypsy's guide to life, love and the pursuit of happiness from a clever girl with a big heart, passion for life, and strong convictions. Too often we release "bad behavior" to personality types or even our upbringing. On my quest for personal growth, I have identified what's making us ugly people, and if we refuse to identify them within ourselves we will become a Miserable Cows. My BOOK: www.alisoncapra.com/books My YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/alisoncapra My Website: www.alisoncapra.com My Instagram: www.instagram.com/alisoncapra My Twitter: www.twitter.com/alisoncapra --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alison-capra/support

This week I sit down with my good friend Ssgt. Kailtlyn as well as Nick Koumalatsos and Johnny Slicks to discuss women in combat billets in the Marine Corps. Very interesting listen. Can't wait to here YOUR opinion. How NOT to be a Miserable Cow - A gypsy's guide to life, love and the pursuit of happiness from a clever girl with a big heart, passion for life, and strong convictions. Too often we release "bad behavior" to personality types or even our upbringing. On my quest for personal growth, I have identified what's making us ugly people, and if we refuse to identify them within ourselves we will become a Miserable Cows. My YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/alisoncapra My Website: www.alisoncapra.com My Instagram: www.instagram.com/alisoncapra My Twitter: www.twitter.com/alisoncapra --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alison-capra/support

Hormone specialist Ali Gilbert discusses simple lifestyle changes that can give you more energy, sexual appetite, help you deal with stubborn body fat and increase overall satisfaction and mood. www.ali-gilbert.com How NOT to be a Miserable Cow - A gypsy's guide to life, love and the pursuit of happiness from a clever girl with a big heart, passion for life, and strong convictions. Too often we release "bad behavior" to personality types or even our upbringing. On my quest for personal growth, I have identified what's making us ugly people, and if we refuse to identify them within ourselves we will become a Miserable Cows. My YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/alisoncapra My Website: www.alisoncapra.com My Instagram: www.instagram.com/alisoncapra My Twitter: www.twitter.com/alisoncapra --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alison-capra/support

This month has been a whirlwind. Nick and I discuss his new book Ex-Communicated Warrior, and REAL transition. Updates on Hurricane Florence, and the biggest transition of all... WE GOT HITCHED www.exwarrior.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alison-capra/support

Relationships aren't easy. My life partner, Nick and I discuss male and female stereotypes, and why we are wired differently. We share some of the most visceral parts of our relationship, OUR BIGGEST FEARS and talk about the things that hold women and men back from happiness. If you’re looking insight from two people who have a very REAL past... then tune in. If you’ve got it all figured out... then cool :) www.youtube.com/nickkoumalatsos --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alison-capra/support

My trainer, mentor, and friend, Tabetha and I discuss feminism, personal responsibility, and living to life to your fullest potential without being a victim. Follow Tabetha: @yogadivinepurpose1 https://www.yogadivinepurpose.com/ How NOT to be a Miserable Cow - A gypsy's guide to life, love and the pursuit of happiness from a clever girl with a big heart, passion for life, and strong convictions. Too often we release "bad behavior" to personality types or even our upbringing. On my quest for personal growth, I have identified what's making us ugly people, and if we refuse to identify them within ourselves we will become a Miserable Cows. My YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/alisoncapra My Website: www.alisoncapra.com My Instagram: www.instagram.com/alisoncapra My Twitter: www.twitter.com/alisoncapra --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alison-capra/support

Veteran, Fitness Model, Entrepreneur, MilWife and Mom: Stephanie Toomey-Johnson shares how to overcome adversity, keep perspective and stay committed to your dreams, and fitness goals even with toddlers. Stephanie's IG:@steph_2me Stephanie's Blog: https://goo.gl/eQWiM3 Fitness contact: toomeyjohnsonfit@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alison-capra/support

Former party girl Bo Outland tells about her personal struggle with drugs and alcohol and what it took to find her passion and follow her dreams. @Bowbobeauti --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alison-capra/support

These are my top 5 reasons that you have RBF from my upcoming book : How NOT to be a Miserable Cow - A gypsy's guide to life, love and the pursuit of happiness from a clever girl with a big heart, passion for life, and strong convictions. Too often we release "bad behavior" to personality types or even our upbringing. On my quest for personal growth, I have identified what's making us ugly people, and if we refuse to identify them within ourselves we will become a Miserable Cows. My YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/alisoncapra My Website: www.alisoncapra.com My Instagram: www.instagram.com/alisoncapra My Twitter: www.twitter.com/alisoncapra --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alison-capra/support