Focusing on Solutions & Encouragement Rather Than Consequences with Alexis Gentry

Feeling It All - Fall Update

I'm back with a solo episode about all the feels... how our feelings are the essential guideposts in our lives. Before I recorded this episode I thought about calling it "Feeling Fabulous this Fall" but the truth is that we don't always feel that way, right? So I share a little personal story around this.  It starts with what are we focused on? How does that make us feel? How do we want to feel and moving forward from there. If you want some insight or inspiration around this, take a listen. I also give you an update on the future of Inspired Grownups and what I'm excited to create in 2025 for kids in the podcast world. Follow the show to stay in the loop when new episodes are released! To connect with me, Alana Banana, follow on IG @TheAlanaBananaShow [https://www.instagram.com/thealanabananashow]. For The Alana Banana Show kids content subscribe to our Youtube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6PPB-WC8Ty1IHS8ygfJeow] or listen to music online wherever you stream your music. The Alana Banana Show on Apple Music [https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-alana-banana-show/1152587846] The Alana Banana Show on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/artist/5FtoEeWIHWw3a4OttcDqry?si=AcWVdON0QoSzOax10rCayQ] The best way to support this show is by giving it a rating and/or review. Thank you!

Surrender the Schedule this Summer

There's definitely a part of being human that requires some scheduling; work, school, appointments, etc. But, what would it look like if we surrendered the (over)scheduling this summer? What new, possibly very exciting, things could we end up making room for? Take a listen for some inspiration around this and to hear a short impromtu song! I mention my friend Taqdees Razzaq in this episode. She's definitely an inspiration. To learn more about her go to IG@taqdeesrazzaq [https://www.instagram.com/taqdeesrazzaq/]The book I mention is Lavender by Tiffany Nicole IG@lavenderthebook [https://www.instagram.com/lavenderthebook/] The speakers I mentioned are Now Tone Therapy System [https://nowbysolu.com/] Follow the show to stay in the loop when new episodes are released! To connect with me, Alana Banana, follow on IG @TheAlanaBananaShow [https://www.instagram.com/thealanabananashow]. For The Alana Banana Show kids content subscribe to our Youtube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6PPB-WC8Ty1IHS8ygfJeow] or listen to music online wherever you stream your music. The Alana Banana Show on Apple Music [https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-alana-banana-show/1152587846] The Alana Banana Show on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/artist/5FtoEeWIHWw3a4OttcDqry?si=AcWVdON0QoSzOax10rCayQ] The best way to support this show is by giving it a rating and/or review. Thank you!

How Would You Live Your Life Differently?

This solo episode was inspired by a question asked around a campfire in the mountains with friend's last week, "if you knew the date of your death, how would you live your life differently?'.  Lots of thoughts might come up surrounding this but ultimately all we have is right NOW so how do you want to live your life today? Take a listen and see what comes up for you... Follow the show to stay in the loop when new episodes are released! To connect with me, Alana Banana, follow on IG @TheAlanaBananaShow [https://www.instagram.com/thealanabananashow]. For The Alana Banana Show kids content subscribe to our Youtube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6PPB-WC8Ty1IHS8ygfJeow] or listen to music online wherever you stream your music. The Alana Banana Show on Apple Music [https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-alana-banana-show/1152587846] The Alana Banana Show on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/artist/5FtoEeWIHWw3a4OttcDqry?si=AcWVdON0QoSzOax10rCayQ] The best way to support this show is by giving it a rating and/or review. Thank you!

Focusing on Solutions & Encouragement Rather Than Consequences with Alexis Gentry

If you have young children this episode is for you. Today I'm talking with my sister-in-law Alexis Gentry about helping our kids create solutions to problems and building skills instead of giving consequences and focusing only on their behavior.  We also talk about the difference between praise and encouragement. I got so much out of this conversation and I hope you do too! Alexis Gentry, LCSW, is a Certified Positive Discipline Trainer, social worker, and mom of two who is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of parents and families. She believes in creating a nurturing and empowering environment for families through supporting perinatal mental health and Positive Discipline education.  Follow Alexis on IG@parenthoodpause [https://www.instagram.com/parenthoodpause/] To connect with me, Alana Banana, follow on IG @TheAlanaBananaShow [https://www.instagram.com/thealanabananashow]. For The Alana Banana Show kids content subscribe to our Youtube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6PPB-WC8Ty1IHS8ygfJeow] or listen to music online wherever you stream your music. The Alana Banana Show on Apple Music [https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-alana-banana-show/1152587846] The Alana Banana Show on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/artist/5FtoEeWIHWw3a4OttcDqry?si=AcWVdON0QoSzOax10rCayQ] The best way to support this show is by giving it a rating and/or review. Thank you!

Celebrating Your Life

We usually think about celebrating our lives when it's our birthday or celebrating the life of someone we love who has passed on. Why not do something everyday to celebrate our life, big or small, by doing an activity or simply having a mental reframe or change of perspective on a current circumstance. This is what I'm talking about today in this solo episode. It was inspired by my best friend's birthday and a spontaneous trip as well as the anniversary of my Dad's  passing.  Follow the show to stay in the loop when new episodes are released! To connect with me, Alana Banana, follow on IG @TheAlanaBananaShow [https://www.instagram.com/thealanabananashow]. For The Alana Banana Show kids content subscribe to our Youtube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6PPB-WC8Ty1IHS8ygfJeow] or listen to music online wherever you stream your music. The Alana Banana Show on Apple Music [https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-alana-banana-show/1152587846] The Alana Banana Show on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/artist/5FtoEeWIHWw3a4OttcDqry?si=AcWVdON0QoSzOax10rCayQ] The best way to support this show is by giving it a rating and/or review. Thank you!