Working Mommy Issues

The Moment with Brian Koppelman: Listen and Subscribe.  In this episode, I sit down with Brian and we discuss some of the most pressing topics on any creatives mind. See below for a breakdown of topics. If you're working towards a goal: remember to keep your head focused on the outcome and the work it takes day in and day out to get there.  Topics Discussed: Working Out: Brian asks me some questions about working out. Mindset: Why doing the really hard thing is always the way. If it's fascinating but scary…investigate it.  Rounders: How him and his writing partner, David Levine wrote their first movie. How do you know when something is done? Journaling and Meditation. Money and Power: Brian talks about how his childhood informed his writing. 

Included in this episode: Venk Modur Beautiful Stranger, Malek Hanna The Alchemist Serena Fucking Kerrigan

In this episode I talk to Malek Hanna, singer, songwriter, actor, producer, entrepreneur and one of my oldest friends. Malek and I discuss how to make choices that support your mental health and growth in a year that is pushing everyone to their limits.  2021 is the year of creating.  ​​​Beautiful Stranger by Malek Hanna - DistroKid (https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/malekhanna/beautiful-stranger) Malek's IG (https://www.instagram.com/malek.hanna/)

Paige Wilson of the MILFFiles shares her story with us. She is a working mom, content creator, producer and style icon. We met at an event last year and I knew I needed to interview her. Alas, COVID has derailed or moved our plans back a smidge...but we finally connected. 

In life there are no mistakes, just lessons but I do think me and my girlfriends discuss tripping over the same rock enough to know that we would like to shift away from some people, jobs, situations or behaviors.  In this episode I share with you my thoughts on how to stay living on offense (you’re creating) not on defense (stuff keeps happening TO you) but also how to prepare for the inevitable shit sandwich that life will feed you. 

How to deal with somewhat new friendships, business relationships, dating, etc...when people act weird all of a sudden. It’s probably not you. 

Oh boy. I can’t believe I’m opening up at this level. Real talk. 

For some reason I couldn’t combine the two recordings which is why I always do one takes. But it is what it is and I think you’ll enjoy. 

This episode is Part 1 of a fairly tell-all about dating in 2019. It’s not what dating was like ten years ago. Buckle up it’s gonna be a bumpy ride. 

In this episode I dive into why I believe people are uncomfortable with other people improving their lives in any way.

Listen...I used to be pro-no remarriage until my son was up and out. But then for a brief moment I got swept away in societal views on marriage and I thought about getting remarried.  Back to reality and I want to share my views on dating post divorce and why relationships can be distractions when the person isn’t right for you.

This is an end of year spiritually uplifting message. If you don’t like Spiritual talks then pass on it.  If you’re craving a spiritual uplift this is for you! XO Alison

I’ve listened to this a couple of times and while some things bother me about this episode I think it still adds value for you ladies who are in need of support and hungry for powerful and lasting change.  I curse of course.

I did curse

In this episode learn part of my process for upleveling (hitting new levels in your life) so that you can achieve your goals, reduce time spent around jerks and increase your happiness through deeper connections with people who aren't actually jerks.  Yes I cursed in this episode.

I was once diagnosed with OCD. In the past ten years I’ve spent a lot of time healing this part of myself but it may never go away. That’s ok.

In this episode I discuss what it’s like to be hard on yourself.

I recorded this episode several days ago and thought about not uploading it. Reading an article where Aetna CEO Mark Bertolini shared his experience with addiction and mindfulness gave me the added push to share. Getting sober young. The ugliness of addiction. Common mindsets of addicts. Lying in active addiction. Recovery. Being on a Spiritual Path. Asking what I can do for Spirit instead of what Spirit is or isn’t doing for me.

I used to be scared to walk away from relationships, jobs and cities I lived in because I have a restlessness of spirit and I know that sometimes my desire to cut and run comes from that restlessness. Over time I’ve gone to the other extreme and stayed in negative situations too long. In this episode I discuss how I navigate walking away and my process for the next stage of my life experience after the change. Season Two will be unedited and an uncensored look into my ISSUES. Stay tuned. Share. Comment. Like. Review. Keep grinding ladies.

Join my mother’s day is stupid club and laugh at yourself! If you’re stressed on mother’s day you’re not alone!

In this episode I discuss why you need to stop comparing yourself to other moms, other businesses, other coworkers, other competition in your field.  You’re never going to be them. You may never beat them. But this idea that “they” have it easier is an idea that we need to destroy before it destroys our own dreams.  Happy Hustle, Mama’s!

In this episode I recount a time when another "successful mommy blogger" told me that I was relying on my looks for relevance (or something like that). She honestly didn't put it that coherently, but...alas...that was her response to something I messaged her about.  The Tony Robbins #MeToo foot-in-mouth about "attractive women" being a liability or a distraction for powerful men in the workplace inspired me to share this pod that I recorded about a month ago.  Ladies...don't EVER dim your light because it may make someone uncomfortable. Also...self-care from the inside out or outside in is all fair game for me. In fact...acting my way into right thinking has always worked way better than thinking my way into right action.  Just let us live!

This is somewhat satirical in that my guest is one of my insurance clients and also a talented artist.  When she heard about my podcast she wanted to do an impromptu improv.  So, here you go!

This is where I give you ten minutes of motivation and another perspective on pursuing a dream you have stuffed down deep inside.

In this episode I dig into what it's like to manage time when you're a working mom. How do you find (create) time to pursue your passion projects, go back to school, get in shape or do something *extra* when you already have so much on your plate.  How I use a sales tool "activity standards" to do basic human things for my son and I. And how I respond to people who don't understand what I'm doing with my projects.  Love you mom's so much! Alison

In this episode April Mauger @itsaprilmauger and I riff on what it's like to be a mom-dog mom vs human mom, how we feel about the Kardashians and their babies, unleashing your creativity and self-care.

In this episode I'm talking about balance. Is balance real or attainable? I believe it is a natural state and I'll explain further in this episode. Love you guys xo

In this episode I'll share a bit about my personal fashion essentials as well as give you a lil pep talk about taking care of yourself when you're a new mom or even if you've been momming for a while now and just stuck in a rut. Also discuss why I don't wear bodysuits during the workweek and my fascination with Jcrew.