Allison in Wonderland

Allison Frye

"Allison in Wonderland" is a true passion project that isn't just about putting mental health into a box that is only about anxiety, depression, or other common topics. "Allison in Wonderland" is about everything that is in that box, as well as all of the things that don't quite fit into a box. I am excited to host this podcast to discuss mental well-being, mental health in the workplace, corporate culture, self-care, and so much more! Most episodes will have guest speakers that are industry professionals or advocates who feel passionately about these topics! read less

Episodes

Allison Body: Part 2 - Discussing Positive Affirmations when Overcoming Abuse
Jul 17 2023
Allison Body: Part 2 - Discussing Positive Affirmations when Overcoming Abuse
Summary: Allison Body is a domestic abuse survivor, certified therapeutic art life coach, and health coach specializing in helping women overcome their trauma and negative self-beliefs, build up their confidence, and ultimately build the life they deserve. She talks about the different types of trauma, how it changes our brain patterns, and the steps to start changing negative beliefs. She also emphasizes the importance of having a support system while undergoing trauma counseling. The Allison's discussed the importance of positive affirmations for survivors of abuse and trauma and how to use them to rewire the brain and increase self-worth. They also discussed the importance of therapy in addition to life coaching and how to build up self-confidence after leaving an abusive relationship. Allison Frye and Allison Body discussed the importance of positive affirmations and visualization in order to make drastic changes in life. They discussed the keyhole exercise, which involves visualizing a goal and identifying the barriers that are holding someone back from achieving it. They also discussed the importance of repeating positive affirmations and creating affirmation art to remind oneself of their strengths. Allison Body and Allison Frye discussed the role of a life coach and the importance of positive affirmations in building a foundation for growth. They also discussed the importance of self-care and how to prevent burnout. Allison Body offered a free exercise to help listeners start building their foundation. Allison's Bio: My name is Allison Body, and I'm a domestic abuse survivor. It took me 5 attempts and me dying to leave my abuser finally. I was dead for 33 seconds on April 8th, 2017, but came back a different person, full of purpose. It's now my calling in life to help others overcome their trauma to increase their confidence and self-worth so they can build the life they deserve. I'm fully certified in Health Coaching and Therapeutic Art Life Coaching since 2021 and obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Health and Wellness in 2018. I’ve successfully coached clients throughout the United States and facilitated their self-growth since 2018. Allison's Links: Website: www.alliesbamworkshop.comFacebook: TheAllisonBodyInstagram: @theeallisonbody
Allison Body: Part 1 -  Discussing Domestic Abuse and Trauma
Jun 11 2023
Allison Body: Part 1 - Discussing Domestic Abuse and Trauma
Summary:Allison Body is a domestic abuse survivor, certified therapeutic art life coach, and health coach specializing in helping women overcome their trauma and negative self-beliefs, build up their confidence, and ultimately build the life they deserve. She talks about the different types of trauma, how it changes our brain patterns, and the steps to start changing negative beliefs. She also emphasizes the importance of having a support system while undergoing trauma counseling.Allison Frye and Allison Body discussed the difficulties of finding a therapist and the importance of having a support system after trauma. They also shared their own lived experiences of domestic abuse and how it can be difficult to leave an abusive relationship due to manipulation and guilt.Allison Body experienced physical, emotional, and mental abuse in her marriage, which led to her having an ectopic pregnancy and dying for 33 seconds on the operating table. Allison Frye and Allison Body discussed Allison Frye's experience with an abusive relationship and the stigma around it. They also discussed the importance of psychological first aid and affirmations for those who have experienced trauma. Allison's Bio:My name is Allison Body, and I'm a domestic abuse survivor. It took me 5 attempts and me dying to leave my abuser finally. I was dead for 33 seconds on April 8th, 2017, but came back a different person, full of purpose. It's now my calling in life to help others overcome their trauma to increase their confidence and self-worth so they can build the life they deserve. I'm fully certified in Health Coaching and Therapeutic Art Life Coaching since 2021 and obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Health and Wellness in 2018. I’ve successfully coached clients throughout the United States and facilitated their self-growth since 2018.Allison's Links:Website: www.alliesbamworkshop.comFacebook: TheAllisonBodyInstagram: @theeallisonbody
Terry Tucker: 4 Truths To leading Your Uncommon and Extraordinary Life
Jun 10 2023
Terry Tucker: 4 Truths To leading Your Uncommon and Extraordinary Life
Summary:Terry Tucker shared his story of how he overcame his cancer diagnosis and amputation, emphasizing the importance of focusing on the heart, mind, and soul rather than physical abilities. He also discussed the importance of not comparing oneself to others and how even impacting one person can make a day successful. The 4 Truths1. Control your mind, or your mind will control you.2. Embrace the pain and difficulty we all experience in life, and use that pain to make you a stronger and more resolute individual.3. What you leave behind is what you weave in the hearts of others.4. As long as you don’t quit – you can never be defeated.Terry's Bio:Terry Tucker is a motivational speaker, author, and international podcast guest on the topics of mindset, motivation, and self-development. He is the Founder of Motivational Check LLC. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from The Citadel and a Master’s degree from Boston University. He has been a college basketball player, a marketing executive, a hospital administrator, a SWAT Team Hostage Negotiator, a high school basketball coach, a business owner, a motivational speaker, and most recently, a cancer warrior. He is the author of the book Sustainable Excellence, Ten Principles To Leading Your Uncommon and Extraordinary Life. Terry has also been featured in Authority, Thrive Global, and Human Capital Leadership magazines.Terry's Links:Website: www.motivationalcheck.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/terry-tucker-9b5605179Facebook: /motivationalcheckInstagram: /sustainableexcellenceauthorTwitter: twitter.com/terrytucker201Book: www.amazon.com/dp/B08GLGVTVS
Amanda Cunningham: Host of the Bare Minimum Babe Podcast
Jun 3 2023
Amanda Cunningham: Host of the Bare Minimum Babe Podcast
Allison Frye and Amanda Cunningham got together and had an awesome chat about marketing, mental health, and podcasting. They even dove into Amanda's gig as a marketing operations manager and Allison's life coaching business. 🎙️💼💻During this episode, Amanda spilled the beans on the struggle of juggling multiple tasks and how to market a podcast. She also opened up about her own journey with Bipolar Two and how she's learning to show up for herself despite feeling overwhelmed. Allison joined in with an understanding of taking on too many things and feeling overwhelmed. Both Allison and Amanda work in marketing and discussed how difficult it is to “market yourself” after a long day of putting everything you have into helping their marketing clients. The true hurdles of self-promotion when you've got a million things on your plate.☕️🤔They stressed the importance of calendar control when you're juggling a gazillion tasks, and also went deep, discussing mental health, growing up so poor that Amanda still feels the need to leave the oven open to get the “free heat,” and Allison discussed how never knowing if she would have a meal growing up led to an unhealthy relationship with food. They shared their raw experiences of managing their mental health while hustling to build their own businesses. 🌟🚀Allison posed the question “With so much on your plate, what is the one thing you do that makes you the happiest - and no - you can't say your daughter." This is when they discussed Amanda's killer workout routine and how it does wonders for her mental health.  😂💪🗓️Tune in for more, and don't forget to take some time for yourself and decompress. Remember, laughter and self-care are the secret ingredients to a kick-ass life! 🎧💖✨Amanda Cunningham is a Marketing Strategist who has more than 8 years of experience helping over 200 businesses. She is the founder of Bare Minimum Babe, where she specifically helps women business owners create marketing and business strategies they can actually do and feel excited about. Marketing that doesn't suddenly require you to become a hustle-monster boss babe. Marketing for women who want to feel confident instead of overwhelmed and burnt out.About Amanda Cunningham Amanda also hosts a weekly podcast by the same name, Bare Minimum Babe, with a new episode coming out every Tuesday. She is passionate about authenticity, building a strong community of women, and reinforcing that the "hustle culture" is not for everyone and there is a more holistic way to be "successful" in business.When she's not recording a new podcast episode or helping a client, she's lifting in the gym with her husband, hanging out with her daughter, or taking a walk around her Northern Virginia neighborhood listening to an audiobook.Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/bareminimumbabe/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bare-minimum-babe/id1646039285https://www.linkedin.com/company/bare-minimum-babe/ I'm also promoting this freebie download: https://www.bareminimumbabe.com/killthehustle
Jerry Hall: Thomas' Desire
May 18 2023
Jerry Hall: Thomas' Desire
Jerry Hall and Allison Frye discussed their experiences with mental health, their children, and Thomas's Desire, a short story about Jerry's son Thomas, who was born profoundly deaf and autistic and was able to get his driver's license. Jerry also shared his mission to provide hope and strategies to people so they can make their goals and dreams come true. They also discussed their pets and the importance of Autism Awareness Month. Jerry and his wife had to learn sign language and find resources to help Thomas thrive.  Jerry now runs the New Millennial Success Academy to help others reach their goals and change their lives.Jerry Hall and his wife supported their family through adversity, and his son Thomas achieved his goal of getting a driver's license despite everyone thinking it was impossible. Through hard work and determination, Thomas was able to buy a car and get his license, inspiring Jerry to write a story about it and start his Success Academy.Jerry Hall discussed how his son's success inspired him to redefine his definition of success and create a guide for others to follow. He identified eight key commonalities that can help people become successful, such as developing a strong desire, having faith, positive self-talk, making a definite decision, specialized knowledge, a plan, persistence, and a mastermind group.Jerry Hall discussed his experience with his son Thomas and how it changed his life and the lives of his family. He encourages people to focus on their own lives and make a positive impact in their own small part of the world. He also discussed the importance of giving more than taking.  Jerry's Links:Website: www.newmillsuccess.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jerry-hall-713123205Facebook: www.facebook.com/jerry.hall.9883Instagram: www.instagram.com/jerryhall1965Twitter: @jerryhall65Book "Thomas' DesireSuccess Mindset Masterclass
Marisol Moran: Boundries & Relationships with Self
Apr 28 2023
Marisol Moran: Boundries & Relationships with Self
Allison Frye and Marisol Moran discussed boundaries and relationships. Allison shared her experience of being the oldest of eight kids, and Marisol shared her mother's experience of being the only girl of five. They discussed how people-pleasing could come from different areas and how setting healthy boundaries can build stronger relationships.Marisol Moran and Allison discuss the importance of setting boundaries in the workplace, the fear of losing a paycheck, and the need to build confidence to succeed in the interview process. They also emphasize the importance of protecting one's mental health and peace when considering a job.Allison and Marisol discussed the importance of setting boundaries in the workplace and how managers can create a healthy environment for their team. They also discussed the importance of self-awareness and how it can help create sustainable shifts in relationships. Finally, they discussed the need for both interviewers and interviewees to be aware of the effects of their actions.Topics Covered:Discussion of Boundaries and Relationships in Life CoachingSetting Healthy Boundaries in LifeSetting Healthy Boundaries in RelationshipsSetting Boundaries and Prioritizing Tasks in the WorkplaceLiving Paycheck to Paycheck and Finding Creative Avenues to Sustain OneselfDiscussion of the importance of self-confidence and corporate culture in the interview processSetting Boundaries and Self-Awareness in the WorkplaceExploring the Impact of Organizational Leadership and Management on Workplace StressMarisol's Links:Website: https://www.marisolmoran.com/Podcast: https://www.marisolmoran.com/growing-with-solTik Tok: @yourcoachmariIG: @yourcoachmariLemon8: https://v.lemon8-app.com/al/kNUkfdfBook a 30-Minute Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/yourcoachmari/30-minute-discovery-call
Lisa Ford Joins to Discuss Cause and Effect in Trauma & Mental Health for Children
Apr 23 2023
Lisa Ford Joins to Discuss Cause and Effect in Trauma & Mental Health for Children
Lisa A. Ford and Allison Frye discussed their experiences with foster children and the importance of early detection of learning disabilities and mental health disorders. They also discussed their own personal goals of community outreach and peer support. They both agreed that it is important to be conversational and focus on the topic's human aspect.Allison Frye and Lisa A. Ford discussed the importance of understanding the cause behind the effect of mental health. They shared their experiences of growing up in homes with mental illness and how it shaped their parenting styles. They also discussed the importance of psychoeducation and empowering communities and organizations to understand mental health.Parents and educators must work together to understand that mental health issues are a community problem, not just an individual one. It is important to research and educate oneself on meeting children where they are and to stop putting psychological problems in a box. Mental health initiatives need to be stronger, and it is important to understand the importance of emotions and how they control a person. Crying is cleansing, and feeling needs to be felt.People often struggle with mental health issues due to feeling invalidated or judged, and it is important to understand the importance of mental health initiatives and education. Self-medication and addictions can be a result of not addressing the source of pain, and it is important to look for ways to cope in a positive way. Education and understanding are key to helping people thrive and grow.Lisa A. Ford and Allison Frye discussed the importance of understanding learning disabilities and mental health disorders, advocating for children, and recognizing strengths and weaknesses. They also discussed their own experiences with learning disabilities and how they have achieved success despite them. They also discussed the importance of referring to professionals when needed and the need for professional development in mental health initiatives.Lisa A. Ford and Allison Frye discussed their experiences with mental health and how they use it to inform their work. Topics Covered:Early detection of learning disabilities and mental health disordersMental HealthMental Health InitiativesMental Health Initiatives in EducationMental Health, Parent AdvocacyLisa's Links!Lisa Ford | LinkedInLisa A.Ford (@causeeffecttraumahealing) • Instagram photos and videosCause and Effect Trauma Healing and Recovery | Yardley PA | FacebookLA Ford (@lafordhealingandrecovery) | TikTokWWW.CAUSEANDEFFECTTRAUMAHEALING.COM
Dr. Jigisha Chaudhary & Ana Rodriguez: Mental Health in Children
Apr 16 2023
Dr. Jigisha Chaudhary & Ana Rodriguez: Mental Health in Children
Dr. Jigisha Chaudhary, Ana Rodriguez, and Allison Frye discuss the importance of mental health awareness in children, with Dr. Chaudhary noting that one in six children have mental health concerns, and the CDC recently reported that autism is now one in every thirty-six children. Anna Rodriguez shared her passion for helping children and families understand mental health and learning disabilities. Dr. Chaudhary discussed the prevalence of mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADD, ADHD, learning disabilities, behavioral issues, and speech concerns.Dr. Chaudhary and Allison Frye discussed the importance of early detection of learning disabilities and mental health issues in children and how parents can create a safe space for their children to talk about their struggles. Ana Rodriguez shared her experience of immigrating to the US, how it impacted her mental health, and how Dr. Chaudhary's free app (Jiguar) can help parents track their children's development in multiple languages.Dr. Chaudhary and Ana Rodriguez discussed how the Jiguar app could help parents track their child's development and provide activities to enhance their development. The app also provides parents with a list of specialists they may need to take their child to. They also emphasized the importance of spending quality time with children and taking advantage of the seasonal activities available.Ana Rodriguez and Dr. Chaudhary discussed the importance of spending quality time with children and how to do so without spending a lot of money. They also encouraged parents to follow their Instagram page for tips and resources on mental health.
Dr. Kristen Eccleston: The NeuroDiverse Teacher
Apr 13 2023
Dr. Kristen Eccleston: The NeuroDiverse Teacher
Dr. Kristen C. Eccleston Joins host, Allison Frye, to discuss Kristin's work as The NeuroDiverse Teacher.  Dr. Kristen C. Eccleston BIODr. Kristen C. Eccleston (The NeuroDiverse Teacher) is an Education Consultant currently living and working in the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia) area. Her areas of focus as an education consultant are K-12 and Corporate mental health and neurodiversity engagement. As an education consultant, she has worked with thousands of students and families in addition to some of the major global management consulting firms. After more than 15 years in the school setting, Dr. Eccleston left classroom teaching to significantly amplify her impact on mental health and neurodiversity approaches in schools and workplace settings. In 2022, Dr. Eccleston was selected as one of WomLEAD Magazine’s Leaders Shaping Women’s Entrepreneurships Future. In August 2022, she participated in season 5 of The Blox- The Largest Competition TV Show on The Planet for Startups. Dr. Eccleston’s education history includes a Doctor of Education in Mind, Brain, & Teaching from Johns Hopkins University, a Master of Science in Special Education from Johns Hopkins University, and a Certificate in Educational Leadership and Administration from Hood College. She is an Adjunct Professor at Towson University in their Secondary and Special Education Graduate Programs. Additionally, she is a National Board-Certified Teacher, Exceptional Needs Specialist and holds an Advanced Professional Educator Certificate. When she isn’t working to advance mental health and neurodiversity in the education and corporate setting, Dr. Eccleston loves spending time with her family and taking on new and exciting adventures. Website & Social Media Links: www.theneurodiverseteacher.comwww.instagram.com/the.neurodiverse.teacher www.facebook.com/The.NeuroDiverse.Teacher www.twitter.com/neurodiv_teach www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-eccleston-ed-d-nbct-34367150/
Phyllis Leavitt: Author of "America in Therapy"
Apr 5 2023
Phyllis Leavitt: Author of "America in Therapy"
Phyllis Leavitt and Allison Frye discussed the topics of Phylli's upcoming book, "America in Therapy," which looks at how the dynamics of the country mirror abuse, family dynamics, and how the issues have been presented as political and ideological but are actually mental health issues. They also discussed the need to own the difficult truths of history and the disconnect between what people want for themselves and what they vote for.Phyllis Leavitt is a psychotherapist with a Masters in Counseling and Psychology who has been in private practice for over 30 years. She has written two books and is currently writing a third about the influence of families on the development of individuals and how the principles of good psychotherapy can help heal the human relations in the US. She has noticed that people are coming to therapy traumatized by what's going on in the country and that the disconnect between what people want and the government's agenda is alarming.Allison Frye suggests that mental health should be a national agenda, with resources funneled into it, to create an environment that can support healthy families. She also suggests that good psychotherapy is necessary to heal from trauma but that resources are not always available to everyone. Finally, she suggests that mental health should be taught in schools, with programs like More Than Sad, to recognize and address mental health issues.Phyllis Leavitt and Allison Frye discussed the importance of mental health education and how it can help shift the paradigm of how people view mental health. They also discussed the need for more resources to be put into mental health initiatives and how media can help to destigmatize mental health issues.