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Self Care IRL

Ty Alexander

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Welcome to Self Care IRL, a brave space for you to create better wellness experiences. Join me, Ty Alexander, wellness blogger and best selling author of "Things I Wish I Knew Before My Mom Died", as I explore strategies and ideas for becoming your best self. This podcast will inspire you to take life by the horns and enjoy the ride despite your traumas or circumstances. Topics include relationships (especially the one with self), transitions, inner growth, life purpose, spirituality, and wh ...
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Life After the Line

Cameron Little

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Health, wellness, and life - explored through and inspired by the experiences of former football linemen. Linemen face a unique set of challenges when their playing days are over. LATL dives into the best of lessons learned from the gridiron and how to apply them to leading a happy and healthy life. http://lifeaftertheline.com
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Today, you and I are going to discuss how to BEGIN to overcome unresolved trauma. Now I say begin because I recognize that (1) this isn't a one and done kinda of practice (2) with everything great and worthy you must at least just start. So this is the beginning for us. Now. This is a heavy topic, but I promise we will tackle it together. We might …
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We all know that emotions can sometimes feel like a rollercoaster, am I right? One moment you're on top of the world, and the next, you're down in the dumps. But don't worry, I've got your back. Today, we're diving into the topic of managing our emotions effectively. RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-hap…
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Ever find yourself just fuming inside, putting on that “I’m totally fine” mask for the world while internally you're about to combust? Yeah, I’ve been there too. It’s like this weird, toxic cocktail of simmering rage and pretending everything’s peachy keen. But let’s spill the tea: being silently pissed off is not the move. It’s actually super dama…
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Life can be a whirlwind of responsibilities, expectations, and the constant push to keep moving forward. In the midst of it all, it's easy to forget the simple truths that can make our journey a bit lighter and our hearts a bit fuller. That's why we're here to remind you of a few things you might need to hear today. In today's episode I am giving y…
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We've all been there. You mess up, you apologize, and then… crickets. Or worse, outright rejection. It's like a punch to the gut. In today's episode you and I are going to discuss what to do when someone doesn't accept your apology and how to handle it with grace, dignity, and a sprinkle of self-love. RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https://tya…
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Even though two children in the same household can have very different experiences of childhood, my brother is the only person who will ever understand what it was like to grow up in my parents' house. In this episode, I give you some insight on how I'm recommitting to a better relationship with my brother. RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https…
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Someone on Twitter recently reminded me that I use to be on Beyonce’s Internet really writing. Time and tasks have me missing that part of me. But I actually read my own words on this blog post and I sobbed. I also took a few deep breaths of relief because I know I am not in this dark place anymore. I wrote this blog post about grief in 2014 but I …
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WOW! A hunnit episodes later and you are still here. Clap it up for yourselves while I take you down memory lane. This episode is our origin story (I rambled, sorry). Enjoy. Make It Happen Journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge My debut book, Things I Wis…
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Manifesting is a larger umbrella term for a lot of aspects of making your goals a reality. So in today's episode you and I are gonna discuss how you can get better at manifesting your dreams and goals. RESOURCES: Make It Happen Journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitud…
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In today's episode, I am going to give you some suggestions on how we can reframe our sadness. Now all of these suggestions are under the assumption that you have already sat with the sadness, you have reconciled that you are sad, you have determined why you are sad, and you are now ready to reframe it. This absolutely does that mean that the minut…
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I watched the two part docuseries, Where Is Wendy Williams? and I am honestly a bit floored. Which is why it's now two weeks later and I am just gathering my thoughts. It was not what I expected. I was geeked to see Wendy cut up in the ways only she can. Messy, cheeky, and semi rude. But instead we got a raw, unfiltered, and highly vulnerable depic…
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In today's episode I am going to tell you a quick story of what lead me to a 30 day break and then I'm going to give you/me some guidance on how to navigate your relationship with the toxic parent. RESOURCES: Make It Happen journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-ch…
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In today's episode you and I going to dive into how to handle this with the grace. From setting boundaries to understanding when to take a step back, I’ve got you covered. RESOURCES: Make It Happen journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge My debut book, Thi…
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To celebrate the end of 2023 this episode is back to back gem-worthy memes (remixed of course). You might wanna grab a journal and pen to take notes. RESOURCES: Make It Happen journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge My debut book, Things I Wish I Knew Befo…
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Are you tiptoeing around the edge of your comfort zone, itching for a splash of excitement? In today's episode you and I are going to discuss a few reasons why you gotta start trying new things. RESOURCES: Make It Happen journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-chall…
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In today's episode, I'm giving you my 7 Pieces of Advice That Will Change Your Mentality. This is going to be like your secret roadmap that leads to an incredible treasure, but here's the twist – the treasure is a you being a more happier, more bomb version of you. RESOURCES: Make It Happen journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happe…
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Today you and I are tackling a topic that's super trendy on Beyonce's Internet and often flies under the emotional radars. Toxic Positivity. I know. And I can almost hear you from here, saying, "Hold up, positivity is toxic? Sometimes, yes. Stick with me, because this is a game-changer in how we support ourselves and our tribe! RESOURCES: Make It H…
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In today's episode, we're diving into the often overlooked red flags in friendships. We'll explore everything from one-sided efforts to disrespect of boundaries, helping you recognize and address the subtle yet significant signs that may indicate it's time to reassess your relationships. RESOURCES: Make It Happen journal - https://tyalexander.co/do…
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In this week's episode I tell you the story of how I manifested being a guest DJ on The Estelle Show on Apple Music. Of course I also give you a few tips on how you can start manifesting them wild dreams of yours. RESOURCES: Make It Happen journal - https://tyalexander.co/downloads/p/make-it-happen-journal 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.…
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In my next book I’m teaching you how to choose gratitude over grief. There are lots of ways that you can do this but because I love you I'm gonna give you 3 tried and true top tier things that you need to start incorporating into your wellness work today. RESOURCES: Downloadable Self-Care Guides - https://tyalx.com/downloads 5 Day Gratitude Challen…
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NYFW came and went but these lessons are here to stay. In this week's episode I'm sharing 3 life lessons I've learned from deejaying. RESOURCES: Downloadable Self-Care Guides - https://tyalx.com/downloads 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge CONNECT WITH US: Join in on my intimate writings on Substack - https://tyalexan…
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Having a high level of emotional intelligence can help you navigate the ups and downs of life more effectively. And I promise you when you spend more time developing your emotional intelligence you will improve your relationships. It will boost your overall well-being. In today's episode, you and I chat about some techniques that will unlock the tr…
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This episode is filled with a bunch of gems I tell myself daily. You might wanna grab a journal and pen to take notes. RESOURCES: Downloadable Self-Care Guides - https://tyalx.com/downloads 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge CONNECT WITH US: Consider subscribing on Apple Podcasts to unlock our besties subscriber only …
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Supporting someone doesn't always mean providing solutions or suggestions. In this week's episode you and I discuss 8 ways you can support someone without giving suggestions. RESOURCES: Downloadable Self-Care Guides - https://tyalx.com/downloads 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge Emotional Support Cheatsheet - https:/…
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In today's episode you and I are going to discuss some things we need to do to move forward. Nine to be exact. Before we get into though I wanna remind you (and me) to be gentle with yourself. Be kind. Learn the lesson as many times as you need to. Also. Today's episode is just as much for me as it may be for you. So excuse the somber tone as I am …
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In today's episode, I'll be sharing some general tips and insights to help you navigate this challenging time, but please remember to trust your own instincts and do what feels right for you and your loved ones. RESOURCES: Emotional Support Cheatsheet Downloadable Self-Care Guides 5 Day Gratitude Challenge CONNECT WITH US: Consider subscribing on A…
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In today's episode you and I are going to dive deep into the world of anxiety and we going to explore the signs and symptoms. We'll also uncover the hidden triggers that set anxiety into fast motion. And I am going to do my best to equip you with a stockpile of self-help techniques and coping strategies that will serve you on your journey to buildi…
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In this episode you and I are going to discuss how to live a softer life. It's time for us to take a step back from this chaos we call life and focus a lot more on what truly matters – us! We are going to create a life that feels more calm, centered, and balanced, no matter what challenges may come our way. RESOURCES: Downloadable Self-Care Guides …
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In this episode you and I are going to take a dive deep into our relationships with our parents and the impact they've had on our lives. Sometimes, despite their best efforts, our parents' actions and decisions just didn't cut it. I'm going to share 15 emotionally intelligent solutions to help you heal and move forward. Even if your parent isn't a …
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Today, we're going to talk about one of the most powerful tools in your self-care toolkit - the power of saying no. Many of us struggle with saying no, whether it's because we're afraid of hurting someone's feelings or because we feel like we have to say yes to everything So in today's episode, we'll explore 10 ways to say no politely and respectfu…
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I got another DM this morning and since I had no clue of what you and I were gonna chat about today I figured why not. In this episode you and I are going to discuss 10 ways to achieve a very realistic and tangible work-life balance that you can actually sustain. RESOURCES: Downloadable Self-Care Guides - https://tyalx.com/downloads 5 Day Gratitude…
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In today's episode you and I are going to discuss 10 ways you can build your friendship circle from scratch. Now, we all know how important it is to have a solid group of homies in our lives. So whether you are struggling to find your click in high school, or you're new in town, perhaps you are just starting college, or simply looking to expand you…
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In this week's episode you and I are going to discuss some practical and effective ways to tell your friends the truth, no matter how difficult it may seem. RESOURCES: Downloadable Self-Care Guides - https://tyalx.com/downloads 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge CONNECT WITH US: Join our exclusive membership community…
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In this week's episode I share a reader's DM to me. I talk a lot about grief but today I want you to hear how it sounds. But more importantly I want you to listen in to know that you are not alone. RESOURCES: Downloadable Self-Care Guides - https://tyalx.com/downloads 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge CONNECT WITH US…
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In this week's episode you and I are going discuss (in no particular order) ways that we can really slow this year down to get to most out of it and not feel a consistent burden of "OMG I am forever behind!". RESOURCES: Downloadable Self-Care Guides - https://tyalx.com/downloads 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge List…
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The folks asked for a guided meditation (you say you like my voice). So here is my second mediation. Be sure to leave and comment and share if you loved it. This one will help you find your mental safe space. Maybe there will be more?! RESOURCES: Downloadable Self-Care Guides - https://tyalx.com/downloads 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.c…
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I hope you've managed to curate your little space with people who you can learn from or folks that make you laugh or bring you joy. One of my favorite people to follow is Dr Nicole LePera. Her handle is the.holistic.psychologist on IG. She talks a lot about healing and gives examples of language for a lot of the common but taboo emotional things th…
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The folks asked for a guided meditation (you say you like my voice). So here is my first mediation. Be sure to leave and comment and share if you loved it. This one will help you find gratitude. Maybe there will be more?! RESOURCES: Downloadable Self-Care Guides - https://tyalx.com/downloads 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-c…
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In today's episode I give 3 gems necessary to cope with a terminally ill parent (in a healthy way). RESOURCES: Downloadable Self-Care Guides - https://tyalx.com/downloads 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge CONNECT WITH US: Join our exclusive membership community on Patreon and receive daily pep talks, downloadable mon…
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In today's episode, I chat about a quick method I saw circulating on Beyonce's internet on how to start small to improve yourself. And even added few steps because... improvement. RESOURCES: Downloadable Self-Care Guides - https://tyalx.com/downloads 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge CONNECT WITH US: Join our exclusi…
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Today's episode is a bit different from the norm. I am unpacking my emotions after binging the Netflix series, From Scratch. This might be the emotional vomit we all needed. RESOURCES: Downloadable Self-Care Guides - https://tyalx.com/downloads 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge CONNECT WITH US: Join our exclusive mem…
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In today's episode you and I are going to discuss 8 ways we can stop our overthinking dead in its tracks. RESOURCES: Downloadable Self-Care Guides - https://tyalx.com/downloads 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge CONNECT WITH US: Join our exclusive membership community on Patreon and receive daily pep talks, downloadab…
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In today's episode, you and I are going to discuss what current habits should you break, like right now, if you truly want to be better, for tomorrow. RESOURCES: Downloadable Self-Care Guides - https://tyalx.com/downloads 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge CONNECT WITH US: Join our exclusive membership community on Pa…
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In this episode you and and I are going to discuss things that we can do to manage and maneuver around seasonal depression. RESOURCES: Downloadable Self-Care Guides - https://tyalx.com/downloads 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge CONNECT WITH US: Join our exclusive membership community on Patreon and receive daily pep…
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In today's episode, I will update you on how my body feels now post hysterectomy and if I have any regrets, one year later. RESOURCES: Downloadable Self-Care Guides - https://tyalx.com/downloads 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge CONNECT WITH US: Join our exclusive membership community on Patreon and receive daily pep…
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In today’s episode you and I are going to discuss some of the strategies that can help you narrow down—or expand—your options and pick a therapist who is likely to be a perfect match for you. RESOURCES: Downloadable Self-Care Guides - https://tyalx.com/downloads 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge Links to online direc…
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In this episode you and I are going to discuss some crucial habits you should be holding onto when normal life resumes, whenever that will be. RESOURCES: Downloadable Self-Care Guides - https://tyalx.com/downloads 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - https://tyalx.com/gratitude-challenge CONNECT WITH US: Join our exclusive membership community on Patreon an…
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In today’s episode you and I are going to discuss a few things that are standing in the way of your grief recovery and I’m going to give you some strategies you can apply today if you’re finding it difficult to get through your grief on your own. RESOURCES: Downloadable Self-Care Guides - https://tyalx.com/downloads 5 Day Gratitude Challenge - http…
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Surrender can be very scary to us. It is the opposite of what we are constantly trying to do — and that is gain control. Over everything. We are constantly seeking control. In this episode you and I are going to discuss some ways you can let grace infuse your way of thinking and how we can take small steps to begin to shift our orientation towards …
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Because we all know that text messages can open the door for more meaningful interactions with someone, or even help repair and rebuild relationships with people you’ve grown apart from, today’s episode will detail step by step how to text someone you haven’t talked to in a long time. RESOURCES: Ep 6. Ghosting is Not an Acceptable Form of Communica…
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