Soulful Ambition

Latest Episodes:

Bonus Episode: Creating the relationship you want! Oct 23, 2018

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In this bonus episode Thomas Jones of the Paradox Process is back and we are talking about LOVE - creating and sustaining the relationship we desire.

Thomas M. Jones, an NYC-based psychotherapist, is co-developer of the breakthrough technology The Paradox Process and author of Love Games: The Hidden Rules of Relationship. Jones hosted The Open Door, a coast-to-coast cable TV show. Former director of the Applied Institute of Psychotherapy, he is now in private practice with a clientele extending internationally. He is trained in family therapy, group therapy, and transactional analysis, and has over three decades of experience. He leads yearly retreats that have included China, Tibet, Spain, and Hawaii.

Intro To the Paradox Process: Register Here. Oct 26th, 2018.

To sign up for Thomas's upcoming event "Creating the Relationship You Want" - a four week class in NYC - enroll HERE. Begins Nov, 14, 2018.

S02 Episode 22: Thomas Jones Jul 17, 2018

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Thomas Jones, creator of the Paradox Process, is my therapist and today's conversation is one for the books! We talk about the healing modality Thomas uses and how it came to be. In psychotherapy the idea is that if you change your thinking you will change the way you feel. Thomas believes that if you take the feelings away your thoughts collapse. We discuss how you can actually change your personality!! You don't have to accept your "issues" for what they are.

We then begin speaking about manifesting your dreams. First, you have to believe they are possible. There is also a different energy in wanting something badly and then already acting as if you have it. Thomas speaks on the secret of detaching from your dreams, it's okay to have them, but it's in the the needing of them that gets us in trouble.

Lastly, Thomas describes how to visualize and explains the profound effects it can have on your life.

Sponsors:

Rob McCaskill - my acting teacher! Email him to set up a private session or start class today!

My Infinite Agenda - Vision Board/Planner - use code ABA50 for 50% off!

S02 Episode 21: My Mama Jul 10, 2018

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This is a very special episode with my very own mother, Tammy Day. We reminisce about my journey and she shares what it's like watching her child pursue a career in the Biz. She offers an incredible perspective on trust, support, and the "dignity of risk." Tammy's Tedx Talk

You can still sign up for A Balancing Act's upcoming online workshop July 19th HERE!

S02 Episode 20: Josh Grisetti Jul 03, 2018

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We've never had a conversation quite like today's. Josh Grisetti is a Broadway veteran touring with Something Rotten and he gets real about some of the hard spots of touring and doing eight shows a week. It's all about perspective, baby! He also shares how he keeps a long-running show fresh and shares some funny moments onstage too.

Then in the second half of the episode we explore Josh's book God in My Head: the True Story of how an Ex-Christian Accidentally met God. That is sure to be fascinating and thought-provoking! Buy your copy here.

Sponsors:

Rob McCaskill - Jump into class with my acting teaching this summer or schedule a private coaching before your next audition!

Richard Damien - Mention ABA to get 20% off your first session!

Dreams of Broadway - Mention ABA to get 80% off your website!

S02 Episode 19: Minicast with Analisa Leaming Jun 30, 2018

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In this short and sweet episode, I share with you my belief that we are all Stars and the importance of lighting up from within rather than waiting for someone to give us permission to shine.

You'll hear all about the purpose behind the upcoming online workshop:

What it's for:

We all want to be a star. We all want to shine our light generously, unapologetically everywhere we go. When we are in our star power we are filled up from the inside --- we don't look to others for validation, we're inspired, we're giving, we're beautiful, and we're a magnet for our dreams.

This 2-hour interactive workshop will be a deep dive into your own power. You'll discover the thoughts that are holding you back and then create a new story. You'll receive tools and practices designed to support you in shining your light + manifesting your dreams.

Who it's for:

Anyone who is waiting to be a star.

Whether you're waiting for your equity card, an agent, your Broadway debut or Tony award - you feel like something is missing and that you're not where you're supposed to be.

You're ready for change.

You're ready to level up.

You're ready to start being a STAR today.

S02 Episode 18: Jane Jourdan Jun 26, 2018

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I've known since season one of ABA that Jane Jourdan would be a guest on Season Two - we collaborated for her blog Fit for Broadway and she's exactly the kind of high-vibing mover and shaker I love to talk to. In today's conversation Jane shares her journey from opera singer to successful business owner with all of the ups and downs along the way.

Save the date for ABA's Online Workshop on July 19th at 7PM EST

Resources Mentioned:

Fit For Broadway

Abraham Hicks

The Lively Show

You Squared by Price Pritchett

Sponsors:

Rob McCaskill - Jump into class with my acting teaching this summer or schedule a private coaching before your next audition!

Richard Damien - Mention ABA to get 20% off your first session!

Erin's Faces - Use code abalancingact to get 10% off your first purchase!

S02 Episode 17: Meera Lee Patel Jun 19, 2018

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@merelymeeralee on Instagram

Today's episode is a rich, inspiring conversation with author and artist, Meera Lee Patel. She shares her long journey to becoming a freelancer who supports herself solely with her art. While she's not a performing artist like most of our other guests, we all can relate to the dream and seeming sacrifice to attain it. Her newest book, My Friend Fear: Finding Magic in the Unknown, is a stunning, visual feast and we dive into the idea that perhaps fear can be a beautiful friend.

Check out Meera's Etsy shop for the most beautiful prints, cards, and journals!

Save the date for ABA's One Night Webinar on July 19th at 7PM

Sponsors:

Bret Shuford: The Broadway Life Coach: Free 5 Day Training Course at balanceonbroadway.com plus mention ABA to set up a free 20 minute coaching consultation!

Richard Damien - Mention ABA to get 20% off your first session

Infinite Agenda - Use Code: ABA50 to get 50% off the 2017 Planner!

S02 Episode 16: Bret Shuford Jun 12, 2018

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Today's episode is a beautiful, fun, high-vibrational conversation with Broadway performer and Broadway Life Coach, Bret Shuford.

He gets vulnerable whilst sharing about his sobriety and how it has helped with boundaries, loving and accepting himself, and being of service.

This leads to a deep dive into sobriety and addiction from alcohol to sugar to social media and how we're not getting what we really need. Once we address the core needs that aren't being met life opens up in ways we only dream of. Sobriety led to Bret's first Broadway show. Giving up sugar has brought me incredible ease and freedom.

Bret then opens up about his favorite failure, entrepreneurship, and how he stays in alignment.

Stay tuned for more info about the ABA Webinar on July 17th @ 7pm. Make sure you're following us on Insta @abalancingact.biz

Bret's creation of Disney Villians singing "Royal" - must watch!

Paradox Process

Cal Newport's Ted Talk

Marianne Williamson

You're a Badass by Jen Sincero

Sponsors:

Richard Damien - My energy healer - mention ABA for 20% off your first session!

Dreams of Broadway Web Design - mention ABA for 80% off your new website!

S02 Episode 15: Rob McClure Jun 05, 2018

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Tony Nominee Rob McClure took time out of his crazy tour schedule to chat with us. We talk about how to keep a long run fresh, influential artists, relationships, failure and what it means to truly lead a company. Rob's perspective is deeply needed in our community. Listen and share this with your colleagues!

To learn more about Rob check him out on wikipedia.

Sponsors:

Robert Mannis - My headshot photog — mention ABA for $100 off your session!

Rob McCaskill - My acting teacher!

Richard Damien - My energy healer - mention ABA for 20% off your first session!

Music: Unlikely Warrior

S02 Episode 14: Maria Failla May 29, 2018

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Maria Failla is unique from many of my other guests thus far in that she is not a Broadway veteran or master teacher. She considers herself still in the trenches going to open calls, waiting for her big break, and navigating agents. I couldn't wait to share this episode because she has such a beautiful outlook on the journey and how she maintains balance amongst this crazy Biz. She's the opposite of a victim and is so open and vulnerable in today's conversation.

We begin by sharing both of our introductions to 'The Secret' and then a juicy, rich convo unfolds filled with tangible steps towards a life of "LESS HUSTLE, MORE JOY."

Homework:

Practice getting into alignment first thing in the morning BEFORE taking action. This means anything that lights you up from a solo dance party in the kitchen to meditating to eating chocolate for breakfast. Then see what you're inspired to do from that High Vibe place!

Resources Mentioned:

The Secret

Abraham Hicks: Morning Practice

Jess Lively: Writing your Intuition

A Balancing Act Audition Meditation

Bloom and Grow Radio

Today's episode is sponsored by:

Makeup By Jillian Jarrett - ABA to get $20 of your 1st service through labor day! --- @makeupbyjillianjarrett on Insta

Rob McCaskill Studio - My acting teacher!

Richard Damien: Energy Healer— Mention ABA to get 20% off your first session!

My Infinite Agenda: ABA50 for 50% off

Music: Unlikely Warrior