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Be Freaking Awesome Podcast

Angela Belford & Sami Kinnison

Tired of surface-level conversations and sugar-coated advice? You’re in the right place.Be Freaking Awesome is not your average personal growth podcast. Hosted by Angela and Sami, an insightful mother-daughter duo with a gift for keeping it real, this is the space where authenticity, emotional intelligence, and radical self-awareness come together.We’re not here just to inspire you. We’re here to equip you with tools, stories, and soul-level truths that will help you grow in the real world, not some

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26:32

EP137 A Day in the Life: Present Edition

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2024/09/24

Send us a textIn this episode, Sami Kinnison and Angela Belford discuss the concept of making small tweaks in various areas of life to live a more fulfilling and awesome life. They provide examples of small swaps that can be made in daily routines, such as waking up earlier, eating healthier, maintaining the home, and prioritizing self-care. They also emphasize the importance of being intentional and purposeful in these swaps, rather than mindlessly going through the motions. The hosts encour...

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36:40

EP136 A Day in the Life: Future Edition

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2024/09/17

Send us a textIn this episode, Sami and Angela discuss the exercise of envisioning your life five years from now. They share their own visions and goals for their future selves, including personal, professional, and relational aspects. They emphasize the importance of being intentional about where you want to go in life and the value of setting goals that align with your values and desires. They also encourage listeners to be kind to themselves and not compare their goals to others. Overall, ...

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30:55

EP135 Thirty, Flirty, and Thriving

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2024/09/10

Send us a textIn this episode, Angela and Sami celebrate Sami's 30th birthday and reflect on their experiences and growth. They discuss the concept of aging and how it doesn't necessarily change how they feel. They also talk about the challenges of perfectionism and the importance of self-acceptance. They share their thoughts on setting goals and timelines, and offer advice for those entering their 30s. Overall, the episode emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, self-compassion, and em...

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29:50

EP134 September Reset New Goals New Growth

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2024/09/03

Send us a textIn this episode, Sami Kinnison and Angela Belford discuss goal setting and a new approach to achieving goals. They emphasize the importance of starting something new in September, as it aligns with the natural cycle of starting new routines and habits. They introduce the concept of goal setting as scientific experiments, where you tweak variables in your life to see what results you get. They also discuss the challenge of knowing what you want and offer strategies for figuring i...

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44:34

Emotions in Motion: Guiding Children and Adults...

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2024/08/20

Send us a Text Message.In this conversation, the guest, Annalyn Zay, discusses her research on attachment and brain development in early education. She emphasizes the importance of early communication skills and how they impact later learning. Annalyn also highlights the significance of teaching infants basic signs to enhance their ability to communicate. The conversation delves into the role of emotions and the need for adults to learn the language of feelings. The hosts and guest discuss th...

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42:36

EP132 Balancing Family with Business with Lauren...

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2024/08/13

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, Sami Kinnison and Angela Belford interview Lauren Roussell, the owner and president of Precision Event Group. They discuss the challenges and joys of being in a family business. Lauren shares her journey of transitioning from working in the nonprofit sector to starting her own event planning company. They also explore the differences between Lauren and her husband in terms of their work styles and communication preferences. The conversation highlights t...

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35:02

EP131 Crafting Your Best Life: Intentional Goals,...

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2024/08/06

Send us a Text Message.Join Angela Belford and Sami Kinnison as they explore the intersection of goal setting, personal reflection, and self-care. Angela shares her powerful experiences with loss and how they’ve shifted her focus to what truly matters in life: relationships and meaningful goals.Sami and Angela discuss how reflecting on past experiences can guide you in setting goals that future you will appreciate. They also delve into the importance of balancing ambition with rest and self-c...

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32:45

EP130 Overcoming Challenges in Family Business with...

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2024/07/30

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of Be Freaking Awesome, the hosts Sami Kinnison and Angela Belford are joined by Windy Elstermeier to discuss the upcoming Family Business Forum. They share their love for family businesses and their desire to support and invest in them. Windy talks about her experience in family business and her book 'Move'. The hosts discuss the challenges of working in a family business and the importance of work-life balance. They also highlight the relevance of the ...

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33:37

EP129 Navigating Adult Friendships: Challenges,...

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2024/07/23

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, Sami Kinnison and Angela Belford discuss the topic of friendship as an adult. They explore the challenges of making friends as an adult, especially after major life transitions. They emphasize the importance of proximity to friends and the need to be intentional in maintaining and nurturing friendships. They also discuss the significance of asking for your needs to be met and being the friend that you want to have. The hosts provide practical tips and s...

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42:38

EP128 Balancing Personal and External Expectations: A...

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2024/07/16

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, Sami Kinnison and Angela Belford discuss Gretchen Rubin's Four Tendencies quiz, which explores how individuals respond to expectations. They break down each of the four tendencies: Upholders, Questioners, Obligers, and Rebels. Upholders readily meet both outer and inner expectations, while Questioners resist outer expectations and meet inner expectations. Obligers meet outer expectations but struggle with inner expectations, relying on external accounta...

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31:42

EP127 Our Fun Problem

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2024/07/09

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of Be Freaking Awesome, hosts Sami Kinnison and Angela Belford tackle Angela's "fun problem" and its impact on her health and personal growth. Delving into the messy middle of balancing enjoyment, weight goals, and drinking habits, Angela shares her journey of incorporating more fun into her life to enhance her well-being. The discussion covers:- Angela's realization about regaining weight and her approach to using emotional processing methods.- The conn...

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36:05

EP126 Forgiveness: The Path to Freedom

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2024/07/02

Send us a Text Message.In this lively and thought-provoking episode of "Be Freaking Awesome," hosts Sami Kinnison and Angela Belford dive into the concept of freedom just in time for the 4th of July. While Sami embraces her inner pyromaniac with excitement for fireworks, Angela brings a deeper twist to the conversation by linking freedom with forgiveness. They explore how forgiving others—and ourselves—can release us from the emotional prisons we often find ourselves in.From humorous banter a...

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42:20

EP125 Designing Your Path to Success with Dee Maddox

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2024/06/25

Send us a Text Message.Welcome to this week's episode of Be Freaking Awesome! Your hosts, Sami Kinnison and Angela Belford, are thrilled to be joined by the inspiring Dee Maddox of DMX Consulting. Dee shares her unique perspective on achieving success by demanding excellence without falling into the trap of perfectionism. Drawing from her experiences in both corporate and entrepreneurial worlds, Dee introduces us to her powerful DEED framework: Design, Educate, Execute, and Document.In this e...

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32:47

EP124 What to Do When You Just Don’t Feel Like It

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2024/06/18

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Be Freaking Awesome, hosts Sami Kinnison and Angela Belford dive into the age-old struggle of Batting the Blahs. Sami and Angela share personal anecdotes, practical tips, and thought-provoking insights from overcoming the blues to finding motivation in the most unexpected places. They explore the balance between honoring your need for rest and pushing through when it counts. Tune in to discover how to navigate the messy middle, understand your m...

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EP123 Unlocking Career Success with ADHD with Shell...

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2024/06/11

In this episode, Sami Kinnison and Angela Belford interview Shell Mendelson, an ADHD career coach, about how ADHD can impact one's career and the benefits of seeking out a coach. Shell shares her personal journey of discovering her own ADHD diagnosis and how it led her to work with others who have ADHD. She explains the difference between an ADHD coach and a career coach who specializes in ADHD. Shelle discusses her process of helping clients find a career direction that aligns with their ski...

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EP122 From Classroom to Boardroom: Embracing...

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2024/06/04

Join hosts Sami Kinnison and Angela Belford as they chat with the inspiring Ashleigh Kathiresan. Ashleigh's journey from a first-grade teacher to an IT executive director is nothing short of amazing, and she’s here to share her story, wisdom, and a whole lot of laughs.Dive into how Ashleigh transitioned from teaching young minds to leading in the tech world, emphasizing the power of transferable skills. From embracing technology in the classroom to guiding healthcare professionals through tec...

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EP121 Embracing the Roller Coaster: Encouragement for...

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2024/05/28

In this episode, Sami Kinnison offers an encouraging message to listeners. She acknowledges the ups and downs of life and reminds listeners that they are doing great. She encourages them to hold on to positive moments and feelings, and to be gentle with themselves. Sami emphasizes the importance of taking time for self-care and investing in oneself. The episode concludes with a reminder that everyone is on their journey and the hosts are here to support and inspire listeners.Order Traveling L...

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40:55

EP120 Raising Resilient Kids with Leathia Bailey

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2024/05/21

In this episode, Sami Kinnison and Angela Belford are joined by Leathia Bailey to discuss kids and emotions. Letha shares her personal experiences with her son who has a sensory processing disorder and is highly gifted. They discuss the impact of emotions on children and how parents can help them navigate their feelings. They emphasize the importance of naming emotions, validating them, and modeling healthy emotional responses. They also highlight the role of therapy and community support in ...

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37:16

EP119 The Longest Relationship You Will Have with...

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2024/05/14

In this conversation, the hosts and guest discuss the importance of nutrition in reducing chronic inflammation in the body. They emphasize the need for balance and consistency in making healthy food choices. They also highlight the negative effects of sugar and processed foods on inflammation and overall health. The conversation touches on the connection between our relationship with food and our relationship with ourselves, emphasizing the importance of self-love and self-care. The guest, Sh...

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42:36

EP118 Hot Takes on Mental Health

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2024/05/07

In this episode, Sami Kinnison and Angela Belford discuss mental health awareness in a non-traditional way, sharing their hot takes and opinions. They address different generations and their perspectives on mental health. They start with boomers, emphasizing the importance of addressing mental health issues instead of ignoring them. They then move on to Gen X, highlighting the need for self-reflection and embracing therapy without considering it a brave act. Finally, they discuss millennials ...

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