Alive & Awake with Alicia

Ep.#41 From Silence to Sovereignty: How Speaking Your Truth Sets You Free

In this powerful episode, host Alicia Kay dives deep into the heart of why so many of us struggle to speak our truth and use our authentic voice, especially those of us who were taught to hide our feelings or conform to keep the peace. Drawing on her own personal journey and decades of experience in trauma work, Alicia unpacks the lingering fears and nervous system responses that keep us silent and reveals how our upbringing and collective conditioning play a role in making self-expression feel unsafe. Alicia shares candid moments from her early career and her own childhood, connecting the dots between past wounds and the barriers we face today in relationships, work, and self-worth. You'll discover the pitfalls of wishy-washy boundaries, the difference between extrinsic and intrinsic guilt, and why honest, heart-led communication is the most self-honoring choice we can make. Tune in and get ready to awaken your sacred voice, set boundaries that serve you, and step fully into your power as the divine being you are meant to be. Key Takeaways: * Your fear of speaking up often comes from old wounds and conditioning, not from who you truly are. * Setting and holding boundaries is essential for yourself and healthy relationships. * Even when it’s uncomfortable, speaking your truth invites the right people into your life and weeds out dead-end relationships. * The right communication tools can help you share your needs clearly and compassionately, leading to deeper, more authentic connections. Timestamps: 00:00 "Embrace Radical Honesty" 03:27 Fear of Being Heard 08:48 Surviving Chaos Through Conformity 10:00 "Ego vs. Adversarial Voice" 15:30 Authenticity and Boundaries in Relationships 19:56 "Authenticity in Relationships" 22:45 "Winning the War Within Launch" 27:45 "Validating Emotions for Authentic Relationships" 28:49 Navigating High-Conflict Relationships 32:23 Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Guilt 35:55 Clarify Desires Before Speaking 41:37 Setting Boundaries Through Clear Communication 43:30 "Empowerment Course Invitation" Resources Mentioned: * Winning the War Within: Alicia’s upcoming online course, with a whole module dedicated to reclaiming your voice and standing in your power. (Get on the waitlist for special pre-launch access!) * Nonviolent Communication by Marshall Rosenberg — The communication formula Alicia shares is based on this approach. Connect with Alicia: Sign up for my newsletter for monthly tools and tips!  Download Module 1 Workbook - “Winning the War on Your Worth- Reclaim Your Feminine Power" for FREE on my website and get a taste of my online course: "Wake Up the Warrior Within."  Website: https://www.aliciakaycoaching.com [https://www.aliciakaycoaching.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliciakaycoaching/ [https://www.instagram.com/aliciakaycoaching/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aliciakaycoaching [https://www.facebook.com/aliciakaycoaching] YouTube: www.youtube.com/@aliciakaycoaching [http://www.youtube.com/@aliciakaycoaching] Trailer Music Credit Alis Reflective Soul, song “Howl” https://open.spotify.com/track/6FkSVtVl1FZwPRmTKAXLjp?si=401711feb98644d9 [https://open.spotify.com/track/6FkSVtVl1FZwPRmTKAXLjp?si=401711feb98644d9]

Ep.#40 Healing Joy Trauma: Reclaiming Bliss as Your Birthright

In this episode of the Alive & Awake Podcast, host Alicia Kay delves into the concept of "Joy Trauma" and the reasons many spiritual women struggle with embracing happiness. Alicia shares her personal journey of overcoming past traumas and the transformative process of learning to live in the moment without the fear of happiness being stripped away. She discusses her decision to embrace a completely sober lifestyle and the challenges and realizations that come with it. Through vivid storytelling and introspection, Alicia opens up about her childhood experiences that shaped her perception of joy and safety, and how she's working to align with a higher level of consciousness. This episode is a profound exploration of self-awareness, healing, and embracing your true self beyond societal conditioning. Join us as Alicia provides insights and inspiration for anyone looking to break free from patterns holding them back and step into a life filled with genuine joy and bliss. Don't miss this enlightening conversation about reclaiming your joy and the beautiful journey of divine alignment. Highlights: 1. Joy as a Birthright: Alicia discusses how joy and bliss are our natural states of being, but many experience what she calls "joy trauma," where past pains and trauma responses lead them to distrust joy and happiness. 2. Overcoming Ego and Fear: Alicia shares her personal journey of giving up substances like alcohol to face life and joy in a completely sober state. She highlights how the ego often tries to pull us back into survival modes, steering us away from experiencing joy. 3. Alignment and High Consciousness: The podcast explores the idea of ascending into higher states of consciousness (like the 5D level), where joy and interconnectedness with others and the universe can be fully experienced. Aligning with joy, according to Alicia, is a sign of being on the right path and indicates readiness for growth and abundance. Key Takeaways: * Joy is your birthright, but past trauma can affect your ability to fully experience it. * Alicia discusses her decision to remain substance-free and its impact on relationships. * Trauma responses can make one feel unsafe or resistant to moments of joy. * Childhood experiences shape adult responses to joy and safety. * The importance of working through past trauma to elevate into elevated states. * Joy should be seen as a state of alignment, not something to fear. * Personal stories of facing fears and past memories illustrate the journey to inner peace. * Ascending into higher consciousness involves unraveling survival mode behaviors. Time Stamps: 00:00 Confronting Vulnerability Without Substances 05:51 Balancing Joy and Daily Duties 09:28 Transcending Survival to 5D Consciousness 11:59 Surrender to Present Moment Joy 16:37 Overcoming Subconscious Barriers to Relaxation 19:48 Traumatic Childhood Horse Accident 23:17 Embrace Your Joyful Presence 26:35 Peace Beyond Understanding 30:16 "Awakening and Ascending Beyond Limits" 32:33 Embracing Life's Cycles Connect with Alicia: Sign up for my newsletter for monthly tools and tips!  Download Module 1 Workbook - “Winning the War on Your Worth- Reclaim Your Feminine Power" for FREE on my website and get a taste of my online course: "Wake Up the Warrior Within."  Website: https://www.aliciakaycoaching.com [https://www.aliciakaycoaching.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliciakaycoaching/ [https://www.instagram.com/aliciakaycoaching/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aliciakaycoaching [https://www.facebook.com/aliciakaycoaching] YouTube: www.youtube.com/@aliciakaycoaching [http://www.youtube.com/@aliciakaycoaching] Trailer Music Credit Alis Reflective Soul, song “Howl” https://open.spotify.com/track/6FkSVtVl1FZwPRmTKAXLjp?si=401711feb98644d9 [https://open.spotify.com/track/6FkSVtVl1FZwPRmTKAXLjp?si=401711feb98644d9]

Ep.#39 Emotional Alchemy: Your Pathway to Feminine Rebirth and Resurrection

In this episode of the Alive & Awake Podcast, host Alicia Kay explores the profound journey of embracing the emotional body through the lens of feminine and masculine energy. Dive into the history of ancient civilizations and discover how the balance between these energies was lost over time. Alicia discusses the importance of understanding emotions as cyclical, transformative forces and shares her insights on overcoming societal conditioning around emotional expression. Learn practical techniques to connect with your higher self and alchemize your pain. Whether you're looking to deepen your emotional understanding or seeking ways to rise into a new consciousness, this episode is a powerful guide for personal and collective transformation. Don’t miss Alicia’s offer of a free "Winning the War on Your Emotional Body" workbook to aid in your journey. Subscribe and be part of the ascent into a thriving 5D reality. Highlights: 1. Balancing Feminine and Masculine Energies: Alicia explores the ancient harmony of feminine and masculine energies in civilizations like Lemuria and Atlantis and shares how restoring this balance is key to healing the modern world from patterns of power and control. 2. Understanding and Embracing Emotions: She redefines emotions as "energy in motion," encouraging us to embrace their natural cycles as vital messengers for healing and personal growth. 3. The Power of Intimacy and Self-Acceptance: Alicia speaks to the transformative power of intimacy — “into me, I let you see” — and how meeting ourselves with acceptance opens the door to a deeper, more authentic connection. Key Takeaways: 1. Rebirth Into Feminine Consciousness 2. Emotional Body and Shame 3. Ancient Civilizations and the Balance of Energies 4. The Fall and Masculine Wounding 5. The Role of Emotions 6. Inner Work and Self-Validation 7. Ego's Role in Emotional Suppression 8. Empowerment Through Sovereignty Timestamps: 00:00 Ancient Civilizations: Balanced Energies 04:50 "The Wounded Masculine and Feminine" 08:44 Rebalancing Feminine and Masculine Energies 11:36 "Embrace Emotions, Transcend Pain" 15:52 "Overcoming Childhood Trauma Triggers" 19:55 Avoiding Vulnerability Ruined Relationship 23:04 Embrace Emotional Expression 26:10 "Overcoming Unresolved Emotional Shame" 31:02 "Upcoming Course and Free Workbook" 31:51 "Embrace Emotions for Freedom" Connect with Alicia: Sign up for my newsletter for monthly tools and tips!  Download Module 1 Workbook - “Winning the War on Your Worth- Reclaim Your Feminine Power," for FREE on my website and get a taste of my online course: "Wake Up the Warrior Within."  Website: https://www.aliciakaycoaching.com [https://www.aliciakaycoaching.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliciakaycoaching/ [https://www.instagram.com/aliciakaycoaching/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aliciakaycoaching [https://www.facebook.com/aliciakaycoaching] YouTube: www.youtube.com/@aliciakaycoaching [http://www.youtube.com/@aliciakaycoaching] Trailer Music Credit Alis Reflective Soul, song “Howl” https://open.spotify.com/track/6FkSVtVl1FZwPRmTKAXLjp?si=401711feb98644d9 [https://open.spotify.com/track/6FkSVtVl1FZwPRmTKAXLjp?si=401711feb98644d9]

Ep.#38 Unmasking the Inner Battle: Ego, Adversary and Your Infinite Higher Self

In this eye-opening episode of the Alive & Awake Podcast, host Alicia Kay delves into the inner workings of our minds, exploring the influential voices that shape our consciousness. She sheds light on the three main internal voices: the higher self, the ego, and the often-overlooked adversary or inner shamer. Alicia passionately discusses how these voices can impact our perception of self and impede our journey toward self-discovery and fulfillment. Alicia guides listeners through the process of recognizing and understanding these voices. The episode emphasizes the importance of discerning between the ego's protective instincts and the adversary's deceptive tactics that aim to undermine and belittle our sense of worth. With personal anecdotes and insightful reflections, Alicia shares her own experience of overcoming the adversary's attacks on her business, illustrating how reclaiming one's truth can lead to empowerment and divine alignment. This episode offers practical strategies for confronting negative beliefs and embracing our inherent power as infinite beings. By choosing love over fear, faith over force, and truth over illusion, Alicia inspires listeners to become the conscious co-creators of their lives. Tune in to discover how you, too, can rise above adversarial energies and embrace your limitless potential. Highlights: * Understanding Inner Voices: Alicia Kay discusses the three voices within us: the higher self, the ego, and the adversary (or inner shamer), highlighting the importance of identifying these voices to foster connection with our higher self and reduce the influence of negative inner chatter. * Power of Self-Realization: The episode explores embracing your infinite potential as a divine being, emphasizing that true safety and success come from aligning with higher consciousness rather than external validation. * Dealing with the Inner Shamer: Alicia shares strategies for counteracting the inner shamer by affirming truth, love, and divine power over negative thoughts, helping maintain a positive and conscious mindset. Key Takeaways: 1. The inner shamer is a negative force that tries to convince you that you're powerless. 2. The ego's role is to protect you by keeping you in your comfort zone. 3. Recognize and know which voice to tune into. 4. The adversary uses lies and manipulative tactics to keep you feeling small. 5. Embrace love and truth to overcome the dark, fear-based energy. 6. Your self-worth is not determined by external validation. 7. You are a powerful creator of your life and can rise above adversarial influences. Timestamps: 00:00 Internal Empowerment Over External Storms 05:39 Balancing Inner Voices 09:05 "Temptation, Purpose, and Divine Awareness" 13:06 Overcoming Limiting Energies 14:28 Break Free from Fear Matrix 18:22 Self-Rescue Over External Validation 21:02 Embrace True Self and Power 27:40 Evolving: Embrace Growth and Self-Discovery 28:59 "Choose Love and Embrace Victory" Connect with Alicia: Sign up for my newsletter for monthly tools and tips!  Download Module 1 Workbook - “Winning the War on Your Worth- Reclaim Your Feminine Power" for FREE on my website and get a taste of my online course: "Wake Up the Warrior Within"  Website: https://www.aliciakaycoaching.com [https://www.aliciakaycoaching.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliciakaycoaching/ [https://www.instagram.com/aliciakaycoaching/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aliciakaycoaching [https://www.facebook.com/aliciakaycoaching] YouTube: www.youtube.com/@aliciakaycoaching [http://www.youtube.com/@aliciakaycoaching] Trailer Music Credit Alis Reflective Soul, song “Howl” https://open.spotify.com/track/6FkSVtVl1FZwPRmTKAXLjp?si=401711feb98644d9 [https://open.spotify.com/track/6FkSVtVl1FZwPRmTKAXLjp?si=401711feb98644d9]

Ep.#37 Discovering Self-Worth: Moving Beyond a 3D Slave Matrix

In this episode of the Alive & Awake Podcast, host Alicia Kay explores the journey of self-worth by moving past outdated beliefs and societal constraints. She encourages listeners to examine their self-concept and shed limiting beliefs, using personal stories to illustrate her own path to confidence and self-love. Alicia highlights the importance of recognizing inherent worth, independent of external validation, and urges listeners to confront inner doubts for deeper growth. With themes of divine feminine energy and personal authenticity, Alicia offers guidance on aligning with one's higher self to live a more liberated and joyful life. Tune in to embrace your essence and remember: "My worth is not something I have to earn. My worth is who I am." Highlights: * Self-Worth Origin: Alicia explains that self-worth is not something to be earned but rather acknowledged and decided upon from within. It's about understanding that self-worth is inherent and not tied to external validations or achievements. * Divine Identity: Alicia emphasizes that we are spiritual beings in human bodies, and recognizing this can help foster self-confidence and worth. She discusses how societal conditioning often leads us to seek worth externally, which is a misconception. * Inner Reflection for Growth: Alicia encourages listeners to examine their beliefs and past experiences to uncover outdated self-concepts that hinder their confidence. Key Takeaways: 1. Self-Concept and Beliefs  2. Self-Worth and Validation  3. Spiritual and Soul Journey  4. Breaking Social Conditioning  5. Divine Inner Wisdom  6. Confidence Building  7. Self-Forgiveness and Expansion  Timestamps: 00:00 Deciding Your Worth 03:50 "Overcoming Darkness to Find Self-Worth" 09:13 Unlocking Self-Worth Through Self-Love 11:03 Deconstructing Conditioned Beliefs 15:36 Embrace Authenticity, Defeat Judgment 19:29 "Facing Self to Connect Deeply" 22:15 Engage and Inspire: Your Feedback Connect with Alicia: Sign up for my newsletter for monthly tools and tips!  Download Module 1 Workbook - “Winning the War on Your Worth- Reclaim Your Feminine Power" for FREE on my website and get a taste of my online course: "Wake Up the Warrior Within"  Website: https://www.aliciakaycoaching.com [https://www.aliciakaycoaching.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliciakaycoaching/ [https://www.instagram.com/aliciakaycoaching/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aliciakaycoaching [https://www.facebook.com/aliciakaycoaching] YouTube: www.youtube.com/@aliciakaycoaching [http://www.youtube.com/@aliciakaycoaching] Trailer Music Credit Alis Reflective Soul, song “Howl” https://open.spotify.com/track/6FkSVtVl1FZwPRmTKAXLjp?si=401711feb98644d9 [https://open.spotify.com/track/6FkSVtVl1FZwPRmTKAXLjp?si=401711feb98644d9]