Courageously Authentic

Ep. 28 | Making Life You’re Medicine with Dr. Kayla Clarke

Summary:

Travel, life, and shared experiences. In this episode of Courageously Authentic, Dr. Kayla Clarke and I have a down to earth chat on what it means to make life your medicine, recognizing our lessons with humility and getting back to our roots through our connection with nature and our lineage.

As a Naturopathic Doctor, Kayla brings forth elements of neuroscience, modern medicine, and technology with ancient knowledge, tradition, and culture in her pursuit of helping modern humans connect with their health, thrive in their worlds, and execute their purpose.

This week on Courageously Authentic:

• Discernment; understanding what it is and how to connect with it
• Finding freedom in free-flowing
• Schumann Resonances; what is it and how does it impact our physical bodies?
• Understanding thyself
• How our digital and physical inputs change our DNA
• What is an adaptation period and why is it a necessary step in our evolution?
• Adapting to this new and ever changing world
• Dorsal vagal trauma response; Kayla explains what it is and how apparent it has become as we move through huge energetics individually and as a collective
• ReWilding our physiology to earth, it’s power and simplicity
• Moving out of your head and into your heart
• Re-envisioning life as a feeling versus a thought

Key takeaways:

• Learning to go with the flow and embrace spontaneity in life
• Trust yourself and the world, and recognize that everything will be okay
• Be aware of collective energy and discern what is yours versus what is not
• Taking ownership and responsibility for your own journey and find your purpose
• Bridging the gap between science and soul to gain a deeper understanding of oneself and the world

Quote:

… “Wherever you're at, whatever you're going through, this is your medicine; own it, take responsibility for it and ultimately ask yourself, how do I transmute it and serve?” - Dr. Kayla Clarke

Connect with Kayla:

• Website
• Instagram
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Connect with Alana:

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Ep. 27 | Re-envisioning with Astrology with Kamila Lizis

Kamila Lizis is a Consulting Astrologer based in Co. Wicklow in Ireland. She practices and lives deeply immersive psycho-spiritual Western astrology and often uses sound, music and embodiment in her practice. She holds a Masters degree in Philosophy and Literary/Art Translations from Trinity College Dublin, and a postgraduate degree specializing in sound within the science-fiction genre. She is a performing musician for 20 years. Trained and mentored in the Blue Rose School of Astrology in Ireland, Kamila has been encouraged to develop a unique mantic approach to astrology which has opened up her consciousness to an abundance of immersive practices and advanced astrological techniques. Kamila is a Co-Editor of Cosmic Intelligence Agency’s TimeLords online magazine available worldwide.

In this episode, Kamila joins us to share some of the key themes and energetics of 2024, expressing how, and what it means to co-create with the energy as we re-envision life for ourselves and the collective.

This time on Courageously Authentic:

• Taking your power back into your own hands
• Decolonizing the mind
• Connecting with your truth versus the truth of the world around
• Thinking for ourselves
• Doing our own research when it comes to the decisions were making
• Not being led or cluttered by the media
• Moving through deep shifts and redistribution of power
• The interconnection of astrology and creativity
• Connecting with intuition
• The shifts in 2024
• Pluto in Aquarius
• Transition from Capricorn to Aquarius
• Clarity and re-envisioning
• Sharing from the heart
• Setting intentions and re-envisioning reality for ourselves and the collective
• Moving forward in a mature way
• Overcoming fear and trusting your intuition
• Ecstatic awareness and illumination
• Believing in your vision
• Trusting your inner voice and simplifying life

Key Takeaways:

• Trust your intuition and speak up from your authentic voice.
• Re-envision reality and believe in your vision.
• Overcome fear and trust the process of transformation.
• Be the light and show others what's possible.

Connect with Kamila:

• Instagram
• Website
• Published Work
• Timelords Magazine

Connect with Alana:

• Website
• Instagram

Thank you for listening to Courageously Authentic ; the show that embraces self-exploration and redefines traditional expectations of success, happiness, and prosperity. If you loved this episode, be sure to give us a follow, rating, and review. Not only will your support assist me in building my dreams, it also helps get this information into the hands of more listeners like us and those seeking the aligned and awakened path.

Until next time, and with so much love,

Alana

Ep. 26 | Your 2024 Numerology Forecast + How to be Intentional in the Year of Abundance and Success with Ximena Cardenas!

Today, we give a warm welcome back to my friend, guide, keynote speaker, coach and numerologist, Ximena Cardenas, where we explore the significance of the number 8 in numerology, and the importance of being intentional in the year of abundance and success!

This time on Courageously Authentic:

03:26 Numerology and the Number 8 Year

07:26 Integrating the Number 8 Vibration

10:23 Importance of Money and Success

13:21 Balancing Goals and Boundaries

21:17 Achieving the Goal of Becoming a Keynote Speaker

27:42 Conscious Entrepreneurship and Comparison

35:42 The Power of Clearly Defined Values and Mission

43:55 The Challenges of Running a Business

47:13 Being Authentic at Work

47:38 Future Vision and Goals

Connect with Ximena:

• Instagram
• Website
• Aligned & Abundant membership

Connect with Alana:

• Website
• Instagram

Thank you for listening to Courageously Authentic – the show that embraces self-exploration and redefines traditional expectations of success, happiness, and prosperity.

If you loved this episode, be sure to give us a follow, rating, and review. Not only will your support assist me in building my dreams, it also helps get this information into the hands of more listeners like us and those seeking the aligned and awakened path.

Until next time, and with so much love,

Alana

Ep. 25 | I am who I’m Meant to Be with Serial Entrepreneur Nancy Corcoran and Sister Jayne Nagy - Co-founder and Author behind We Love Joy Inc.

Summary:

“...About three years ago, our lives changed drastically…” When Nancy’s granddaughter Ayla suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury during her birth, the course of her family's lives changed forever. Today, Nancy joins us to share her story and the story of so many others whose families are impacted by children living with special needs.

Alongside Nancy, her sister Jayne joins us in the conversation, sharing her personal story of grief and their shared mission to “use their grief for good.” Their stories embody the definition of what goes around comes around, and I am honored to share their journeys with all of you.

I hope you enjoy this episode!

This week on Courageously Authentic:

• The evolution of Whispering Springs Wilderness Retreat
• How Camp Moonlight was born
• How to use your grief for good
• The difference between doing something you're good at versus doing something you love!
• The story behind We Love Joy Inc. Publishing
• How to process grief using creative outlets that naturally appeal to you
• How Jayne uses writing to transmute her grief into messages that serve those around her in a simple, yet impactful way
• Using your God given gifts in service with significance.But first, how do you know what your God given gifts are?
• Why it's important to be your greatest advocate
• The power of great networking
• What can happen when you put yourself out there and share your story with others?
• Self publishing: The pros, cons and what to expect?
• Planting the seeds and allowing others to carry your message
• How do you know when something is right for you?

Quotes:

• “Go forward in love … Everyone’s living a life that no one knows about, and if you can just make a difference in a small way, that could change their life…” - Nancy
• “Whatever you do, do with excellence. Big or small, people will notice”- Jayne

Connect:

• Website: We Love Joy Inc.
• Instagram: We Love Joy Inc.
• Website: Camp Moonlight
• Website: Whispering Springs
• Instagram: Whispering Springs

Connect with Alana:

• Website
• Instagram

Camp Moonlight! How can you get involved? To apply or make a donation, click here!

Interested in purchasing a book!? Click here! Remember, $2.00 from every book purchased goes directly to the Jennifer Ashley Children's Charity OR Noah's Book Club

Personal Shout Out:

Norm Clements, founder of the Jennifer Ashley Childrens Charity, has raised more than $80 million to date to support sick kids and their families in Ontario. Driven by the loss of two grandchildren diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder, Norm is on a mission to help and support others impacted by children with special needs. Nancy and Jayne express immense gratitude for his mentorship, as they continue to set fire to their own mission and in serving their greater community.

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Ep. 24 | That Ain't Your Ish! With Alana Capesky

Summary:

You changing will likely make others feel uncomfortable and ruffle some feathers, especially if the changes threaten someone's agenda or triggers their ego, but that aint your ish! And this is your reminder!

This week on Courageously Authentic:

• How we unintentionally reinforce poor behavior patterns
• What happens when we stop taking responsibility over other people’s ish!?
• The impacts of breaking cycles that no longer serve
• My experience stepping out of a disempowered state into an empowered one - what shifted and changed?
• Finding your voice and changing the narratives that support your well-being

Key takeaway:

"What you aren't changing, you're choosing." In order to have a different outcome - a different choice is required. Not everyone will get it, agree with it or understand it - but ultimately YOU have to live with it. So the question becomes, what are you willing to live with and what are you willing to change?

Quote:

“Its not your job to take responsibility over other peoples insecuirites"

- Alana

Connect with Alana:

• Website
• Instagram

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Ep. 23 | Loving and Letting Go with Alana Capesky

Summary:

If I've learned anything about love and life, it's learning when to let go. While some may perceive this as a selfish act, I am here to tell you otherwise. Having the courage to let something or someone go is a selfless act. One that takes great courage and strength, and that's what today's episode is all about.

This week on Courageously Authentic:

• Giving yourself permission to move on
• Not everyone can meet us where we're at; and why that's more than okay
• Defining love
• The impacts of living out of alignment
• How foreshadowing my future gave me the courage to make a change (more than once)
• Why nobody wins when you play the roles others want and need you to play at the expense of yourself

Key takeaway:

In honoring yourself, you honor those around you - not the other way around.

Quote:

“The greatest act of love onto oneself and another is sometimes just knowing when to let go”

• Alana

Connect with Alana:

• Website
• Instagram

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Ep. 22 | Permission Granted! Taking Inspired Action with Debi Wilcox

Summary:

Been there, done that! Not just another coach....as a Certified Life + Leadership Coach, Debi Wilcox is on a mission to empower women to fully express themselves as a leader personally and professionally. She has spent more than 30 years as a senior executive and supported countless women in achieving their goals.

As a single mother, Debi raised two incredible young men, all while working her way up the corporate ladder, completing two master’s programs and countless other certifications along the way.

Debi has directed teams upward of 200 and has trained thousands (yep… that number is correct) but she has always kept the focus on her team and bringing the best out of everyone.

After a successful transition into her “2nd” act, Debi founded the Breaking Glass Leadership coaching program and the EmpowerUP! Life + Leadership coaching programs. If that's not enough, Debi is also the author of ‘Breaking Glass - The Leadership Kit,’ which builds on her step by step methods to create an ideal personal leadership development plan.

This week on Courageously Authentic:

• How loving and letting go is a necessary part of evolution
• Discerning for yourself: When to show up, and when to walk away
• Why do we struggle to make empowered decisions for ourselves?
• Permission granted: Why it's okay to have a bad day and put yourself first!
• The importance of keeping your own counsel and having strong relationships around you
• Liberate yourself! Three things you can do to jump start this process
• The biggest challenges women in leadership face and how to overcome them
• Debi’s recipe to becoming a confident leader
• Being a Heart Centered Leader: The blessings and challenges
• How to overcome the naysayers and lead with confidence
• How to establish a clear value system and develop your personal brand!

Key takeaways:

• Be kind
• Have integrity
• Keep your own counsel
• Practice active listening
• Build strong relationships
• Look for the good in others, and others will see the good in you

Quote:

“Be real, be messy, be you!”

“Its progress not perfectionism”

- Debi Wilcox

Connect with Debi:

• Website
• Instagram

Connect with Alana:

• Website
• Instagram

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Ep. 21 | What's my purpose? Stop asking and do this instead! With Alana Capesky

This week on Courageously Authentic:

• Getting to know yourself
• Life mission… How do I know? How do I find it?
• How to tap into our innate gifts in order to crystallize our callings
• Exploring the mutually inclusive relationship between how we show up in our work and how we show up in our personal lives

Key takeaway:

How the world changes when we begin to connect our purpose and mission with business and success…

Quote:

“Follow the breadcrumbs, they’ll lead to something brighter. Trust yourself, you have all the answers.”

• Alana

Connect with Alana:

• Website
• Instagram

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Redefining our purpose | with former Pro Athlete and owner of Are You Game Conditioning Club - Kim Mcphail

Summary: 

As one door closes another door opens. Redefining our purpose as we grow and evolve is something we are all met with. Stepping into a new identity as we shed the layers of our past takes courage. In the process of recognizing what once served but is now inhibiting us from fully embracing the new, it's important to remember the lessons, give thanks for the gifts and experiences we gained along the way, and let go of the rest that keeps us stagnate in the containers of our past.

In this episode of Courageously Authentic, I have the absolute privilege to speak with former pro athlete, mother, wife, entrepreneur and professional, Kim Mcphail. Here, we explore what it takes to level up in life and in our experiences, or “simply” realign ourselves to the person we are today and what it means to let go of the comforts of our past in order to expand beyond old limitations. 

This week on Courageously Authentic:

• Using the nature of competition to propel your life forward
• Meeting the best parts of yourself in the face of adversity
• Overcoming perfectionism
• Using competitive sport as a means to cope with the imbalances of life 
• The light and dark side to training at an elite level
• Shifting back into balance after competing
• How the context of things shift as we get older
• The aftermath: Kim gives insight into what she would do differently knowing what she knows today as former professional athlete
• Transitioning from professional athlete into motherhood, entrepreneurship, business professional life, and more
• Not taking things for granted 
• Redefining our purpose as we grow and evolve
• The upside to being uncomfortable and knowing when to ask for help
• Grieving the loss of external accolades linked to your identity as a successful… fill in the blank
• Who we become in the processing of unbecoming 

How to connect with Kim:
Instagram

Website

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If you loved this episode, please give us a rating and review; not only will your support assist me in building my dreams, it also helps get this information into the hands of more listeners like us and those seeking the aligned and awakened path.

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Until next time, and with so much love,

Alana

Why I say go for it with Alana Capesky

Summary:

Thinking about starting your own business? Trying something new? Applying for your dream job or asking that person you like out!? Whatever it is for you; if there is a desire and pull to take action, but you haven't, YET, what's stopping you?

In this short episode, I share from my personal experience of why I say go for it!

This week on Courageously Authentic:

• What's the worst that can happen?
• What do we gain when we practice moving past our fear?
• What do we gain in the face of adversity or rejection?
• How we free up space to redirect our energy in the process of taking action
• How inaction guarantees stagnation
• What do we lose when we don't just go for it?

Key takeaway:

When we practice the Law of Detachment - we detach ourselves from the results and outcome in order to allow what is in service for the highest and best to manifest. 

When we have done our part (taken aligned action), we must then learn to let go of the outcome in order for things to materialize. Only when we let go will things emerge and take new form for the greatest good of all.

Quotes:

“While the outcome may not be in alignment with your ego, the higher self knows a greater purpose is unfolding.”

Alana

Connect with Alana:

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Thank you for listening to the Courageously Authentic podcast – the show that embraces self-exploration and redefines traditional expectations of success, happiness, and prosperity. 

If you loved this episode, please consider giving us a rating and review; your support helps get this information into the hands of more listeners like us and those seeking the aligned and awakened path.

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Until next time, and with so much love,

Alana