Rambles With A Friend: Recent Episodes
Allison Burke
Ever get those random thoughts, questions, or ideas in your head and think.. has anyone else ever wondered about this? Answer: Yes, we probably have wondered about that exact same thing! And I'm here to chat about it all.. life, relationships, making friends, being an introvert, being a complete nerd, adulthood, and everything in-between. This is Rambles With A Friend... let's chat! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/allison-burke7/support
Today, we are talking about courage, confidence, and living boldly. After 2022 almost completely destroyed my confidence and self-worth, and after a very disappointing holiday season, I knew I had 2 choices: 1. Keep living and feeling the way I was (insecure, stuck, small, unworthy), OR 2. I could step outside of my comfort zone, change my mindset, and make 2023 my happiest year yet.
I'm going to walk through my 2023 Word of the Year Notion page and chat about what courage means to me (and what it could mean for you).
Let's get into it..
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Β· Do It Scared: Finding the Courage to Face Your Fears, Overcome Adversity, and Create a Life You Love byRuth Soukup
Β· Courageous: An In-Depth Study on the Book of Joshua byElita Friesen
Β· Fierce Faith: A Woman's Guide to Fighting Fear, Wrestling Worry, and Overcoming Anxiety by Alli Worthington
Β· Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent and Leadby BrenΓ© Brown
In this episode, we are talking all about beginnings. A lot of the time, the hardest step is to just start. Beginnings can be awkward and uncomfortable, but we have to push through that in order to grow, make changes, and build the life we truly want to live. We have to pay the start up cost.
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With Halloween in just a few days, let's chat all things cozy, spooky & seasonal! π
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For The Ghouls, by Anna Sitar
Fall Instrumental
Fall | According to Ally
Halloween | According to Ally
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Fall & Halloween Ambiences | According to Ally
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Bewitched, Vampire Diaries, A Discovery of Witches, Once Upon a Time & Gilmore Girls
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Youβve Got Mail, Hocus Pocus 1 & 2, Halloweentown, Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown, Double, Double, Toil & Trouble, Momβs Got a Date With a Vampire, Twitches & Twitches Too & Practical Magic
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A Discovery of Witches, Practical Magic, The Ex Hex, The Kiss Curse, The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches, Pumpkinheads, House of Night, Home Before Dark, Lock Every Door, A Good Girl's Guide to Murder
In this episode we are talking about two little words... what if.
These words can be scary, negative, and sometimes really depressing to put together, but today weβre flipping the script and asking ourselves...
What if I can have the life of my dreams? What if I can reach my goals? What if working towards my goals was fun?
Let's use "what if" to dream and manifest all the possibilities that are out there waiting for us.
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In this episode we are talking about dreams and living life by your own rules. Youβre allowed to dream whatever you want. Your dreams and goals donβt have to look like anyone elseβs or match what society tells you you should want out of life... no one gets to tell you how big your dreams can be.
It's time for a new adventure!
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In this episode we are talking about overwhelm and how to find peace in a loud world.
Do you ever feel pressured to keep up, to always stay connected and plugged in, but just end up feeling stressed, exhausted, and that there is always something going on when you just want to slow down and take a break from life?
Because.. same!
Today weβre chatting about a few things that might be disrupting your peace and ways to quiet the noise, even if it's just temporary.
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In this episode we are talking about the effects of over-planning, stress, anxiety, and what happens when we spend all of our time looking at the future, instead of focusing on our present. And I have a few suggestions on how to ground yourself into the present so that you can embrace and enjoy your day-to-day life again.
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π The Five Minute Journal by Intelligent Change
In this episode we are chatting about changing the narrative. I used to border line hate my birthday, but this year, I made the decision to change the story. Whether itβs your birthday or something else in your life that you dread or always seems to bring you down.. I hope this episode is helpful and gives you some encouragement that you can change the narrative.
At the end of the day, life is too short to hate your birthday. Letβs get into it..
"Age, like numbers on a scale and letters on a report card, tell us very little of who we are. You decide every year exactly how young and how old you want to be.β β Shauna Niequist, Bittersweet
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How to Rewrite Your Past Narrative by Dr. Benjamin Hardy | Psychology Today
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In today's episode we are looking back on 2021 at lessons learned, favorite memories, and proud moments. The year always goes by so fast, and I think itβs always important to reflect on the past year. You are not at the same place your were 365 days ago. Youβve grown, learned, made new connections, made new memories, and went through changes.. and today, I'm giving you a few questions to help you reflect on the past year and look ahead to the new one. Let's get into it...
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In today's episode we are talking about vulnerability and how being vulnerable and showing up as our true self, builds community. I share my journey with overcoming my fear of being seen and the domino effect it has had on my life. This episode will encourage you to take a small step out of your comfort zone because we're not meant to do life alone.. let's get into it.
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Get ready for Christmas memories and some fun ideas! In todays episode we are chatting about holiday traditions and why they are so important. Plus, hear from my friends about their favorite Christmas traditions and ones they want to start.
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Today's episode is an open letter to December about magic, stress, the pressure to have a perfect holiday, loneliness, and the joy of the holiday season. After a really hard day, I needed to clear the runway so that I could walk into the Christmas season with open eyes and an open heart... to fully experience the Christmas magic. Whether this season is full of happiness or you're struggling or dealing with a little bit of both, you're not alone.. this is your reminder.
"December is a month that is rife with nostalgia. If there's anything deep in your heart that you want to keep buried, you can count on December to bring it to the surface." -Lois Duncan
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Today, I'm chatting about being an introvert, what it means, and what it's like for introverts during the busy, crowded, loud holiday season. But, extrovert friends, don't go anywhere, this will be beneficial to everyone. Introverts are commonly very misunderstood, so whether you're an introvert or you have someone close to you who is, hopefully this will help guide you though the holidays and help you understand each other just a little bit more.
"Don't be fooled by my quiet exterior. It hides a wild mind and a passionate heart." -John Mark Green
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π The Irresistible Introvert: Harness the Power of Quiet Charisma in a Loud World by Michaela Chung
Popsugar - 7 Tips to Keep in Mind if Your Inner Introvert is Dreading the Holidays
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Today we are chatting about gratitude. It is November, right before Thanksgiving here in the states, so I thought it's the perfect time to have this conversation and dive into what gratitude is, how to practice gratitude, and the health benefits of gratitude.. there have been studies done to show that a little gratitude can go a long way in improving your health and overall happiness.
"Develop an attitude of gratitude, and give thanks for everything that happens to you, knowing that every step forward is a step toward achieving something bigger and better than your current situation." -Brian Tracy
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7 Scientifically Proven Benefits of Gratitude
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Today we are chatting about the negative narratives, hard moments, emotions, and positivity versus toxic positivity.Β
"Fall in love with taking care of yourself. Fall in love with the path of deep healing. Fall in love with becoming the best version of yourself but with patience, with compassion, and respect to your own journey." -S. Mcnutt
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This week we are chatting about the end of year rush and the stress or overwhelm that the last few months of the year can bring. How we can fully enjoy the holidays and stay present while also taking care of ourselves and our goals?
"The month of November make me feel that life is passing more quickly. In an effort to slow it down, I try to fill the hours more meaningfully." -Henry Rollins
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Where does motivation come from? What do we do when we aren't motivated to get things done? Let's chat...
"Be addicted to bettering yourself." -unknown
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"Burnout happens when you avoid being human for too long."
Today we're chatting about burnout.. what is, how to avoid it, and ways to fix it! It's a big reminder to slow it down and take care of yourself.Β
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Today we are chatting about friendships, being a supportive friend, and how it feels and what to do when the people in our life aren't supportive of our dreams.
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Do you need a little boost to go after that dream? Do you keep telling yourself you don't want something when deep down you do? Today we're taking a trip through my journey of being completely miserable in the corporate world, to finally letting myself go after my dreams of being a content creator. I hope this episode encourages you to keep dreaming and to not give up when life gets messy.
"If you feel something calling you to dance or write or paint or sing, please refuse to worry about whether you're good enough. Just do it. Be generous. Offer a gift to the world that no one else can offer: yourself." -Glennon Doyle
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So you're having a bad day and annoyed with the world. Little things keep happening and you just can't seem to catch a break.. sound familiar? In this episode, I tell you a story about one of my bad days, and how I was able to reset before I let a few bad moments ruin an entire day.Β
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Dealing with self doubt and low confidence can be one of the biggest struggles many of us face on a day-to-day basis. Today I'm chatting about some of the things that causes me to feel less confident and what I do to break the cycle of negative self talk.
"Don't forget while you're busy doubting yourself, someone else is admiring your strength." -Kristen Butler
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Do you have a hard time making friends? Today I'm chatting about friendships, the things that stop us from opening up to new people, and how easy it was to make friends as a kid.
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π Wintersong by S. Jae Jones
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Why is staying consistent so hard? And what do we do when we "fall off the bandwagon" and have to start again? Let's chat!
"Start over, my darling. Be brave enough to find the life you want and courageous enough to chase it. Then start over and love yourself the way you were always meant to."--Madalyn Beck
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Do you have an idea, goal, or big dream you're too afraid to start?
In this first episode, I'm giving you a little pep talk on starting something new.. even if you're nervous, even if your hands are shaking.. it's time to go after what you've been daydreaming about.
Join me as I put myself out there with this brand new Podcast! I hope it encourages you that trying new things, while scary, can be so rewarding.
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