What is actually happening when you write / paint / sing / create? Are you simply dreaming up something in your brain and making it material? 

Or are you reaching beyond the mind to something harder to explain or understand?   

In this week’s episode of the Write Your Story podcast, I share a story that I’ve only told to about three people before today. And the reason I’m sharing the story is to demonstrate the power of a tool like writing—or really any creative practice. I’ve said a thousand times that writing is about more than just publishing but I don’t think I have accurately articulated what it actually is about.  

A few weeks ago, something happened that illuminated the “why” behind writing for me and I felt an urgent need to share it with you. 

What if your writing isn’t just about finishing a book or getting published?

What if writing isn’t only about expressing your thoughts or feelings?

What if writing is a way to get in touch with wisdom beyond yourself?

Host: Ally Fallon // @allyfallon // allisonfallon.com

What is actually happening when you write / paint / sing / create? Are you simply dreaming up something in your brain and making it material? 
Or are you reaching beyond the mind to something harder to explain or understand?   
In this week’s episode of the Write Your Story podcast, I share a story that I’ve only told to about three people before today. And the reason I’m sharing the story is to demonstrate the power of a tool like writing—or really any creative practice. I’ve said a thousand times that writing is about more than just publishing but I don’t think I have accurately articulated what it actually is about.  
A few weeks ago, something happened that illuminated the “why” behind writing for me and I felt an urgent need to share it with you. 
What if your writing isn’t just about finishing a book or getting published?
What if writing isn’t only about expressing your thoughts or feelings? What if writing is a way to get in touch with wisdom beyond yourself?
Host: Ally Fallon // <a href="https://www.instagram.com/allyfallon/">@allyfallon</a> // <a href="https://allisonfallon.com">allisonfallon.com</a>

ARTIST OR PSYCHIC?

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Hi there. I’m popping in your feed with a special bonus episode because I have some things on my heart I want to share. 

It’s been a big week in the USA with the election of Donald Trump for another term of presidency. No matter how you voted, this is a complicated and heavy time, so I wanted to talk about how we move forward from here. 

How do we keep going when the material world doesn’t align with the ideals, values and beliefs of our spiritual world? 

I share in the episode who I voted for and why — but this topic is so much bigger than a political candidate. Listen to hear why this benediction of sorts is for you, even if you’re celebrating Trump’s victory. 

I pray these next four years are rich with clarity, awakening, connection and truth.

Host: Ally Fallon // @allyfallon // allisonfallon.com

Hi there. I’m popping in your feed with a special bonus episode because I have some things on my heart I want to share. 
It’s been a big week in the USA with the election of Donald Trump for another term of presidency. No matter how you voted, this is a complicated and heavy time, so I wanted to talk about how we move forward from here. 
How do we keep going when the material world doesn’t align with the ideals, values and beliefs of our spiritual world? 
I share in the episode who I voted for and why — but this topic is so much bigger than a political candidate. Listen to hear why this benediction of sorts is for you, even if you’re celebrating Trump’s victory. 
I pray these next four years are rich with clarity, awakening, connection and truth.
Host: Ally Fallon // <a href="https://www.instagram.com/allyfallon/">@allyfallon</a> // <a href="https://allisonfallon.com">allisonfallon.com</a>

SPIRITUAL OVER MATERIAL

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In honor of election day, I want to take a break from our regularly scheduled programming and talk about why and how we get drawn in by powerful (and sometimes dangerous) narcissistic leaders. This is something I’ve been thinking about since leaving an abusive relationship many years ago and, as I discuss in the episode, this topic matters for far more than just politics. Our power and our communities and our creativity are also at stake.

Regardless of who you vote / voted for, take a moment to ask yourself a few important questions: 

- Are you drawn in by powerful, overly confident leaders? 

- Are you constantly looking outside of yourself for solutions, direction and affirmation?

- Do you question if you have personal power to affect your surroundings and circumstances? 

- Do you feel “backed against the wall” or “held under water” as if nothing you do matters? 

Perhaps consider how shifting your perspective could open you up to more collaborative relationships, more personal power and to a deeper creativity than you’ve ever known.

The article I mention in the episode is linked HERE.

Host: Ally Fallon // @allyfallon // allisonfallon.com

In honor of election day, I want to take a break from our regularly scheduled programming and talk about why and how we get drawn in by powerful (and sometimes dangerous) narcissistic leaders. This is something I’ve been thinking about since leaving an abusive relationship many years ago and, as I discuss in the episode, this topic matters for far more than just politics. Our power and our communities and our creativity are also at stake.
Regardless of who you vote / voted for, take a moment to ask yourself a few important questions: 
- Are you drawn in by powerful, overly confident leaders? 
- Are you constantly looking outside of yourself for solutions, direction and affirmation?
- Do you question if you have personal power to affect your surroundings and circumstances? 
- Do you feel “backed against the wall” or “held under water” as if nothing you do matters? 
Perhaps consider how shifting your perspective could open you up to more collaborative relationships, more personal power and to a deeper creativity than you’ve ever known.
The article I mention in the episode is linked <a href="https://allisonfallon.com/narcissistic-leaders/">HERE</a>.
Host: Ally Fallon // <a href="https://www.instagram.com/allyfallon/">@allyfallon</a> // <a href="https://allisonfallon.com">allisonfallon.com</a>

Why We’re Drawn to Dangerous, Narcissistic Leaders

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We think we know what it means to “be creative” but do we really? Or have we been subtly indoctrinated by a culture that so worships productivity and achievement that we have missed what creativity actually is, what it means, and why it matters? In this season of the podcast, I’ll ask those questions and more. I’ll find some answers, I’m sure, and leave others to a mystery I may never fully understand. I hope you’ll come along with me for the ride.

Two weeks ago, I lost my dad very suddenly to a heart attack (thank you for your grace as I skipped an episode). He was a therapist and an amazing man who taught me so much. This week, I want to share what I’m learning from him even after his death. 

Are you an artist or a coach? 

How can you feed your inner artist? 



Host: Ally Fallon // @allyfallon // allisonfallon.com

We think we know what it means to “be creative” but do we really? Or have we been subtly indoctrinated by a culture that so worships productivity and achievement that we have missed what creativity actually is, what it means, and why it matters? In this season of the podcast, I’ll ask those questions and more. I’ll find some answers, I’m sure, and leave others to a mystery I may never fully understand. I hope you’ll come along with me for the ride.
Two weeks ago, I lost my dad very suddenly to a heart attack (thank you for your grace as I skipped an episode). He was a therapist and an amazing man who taught me so much. This week, I want to share what I’m learning from him even after his death. 
Are you an artist or a coach? 
How can you feed your inner artist? 
 
Host: Ally Fallon // <a href="https://www.instagram.com/allyfallon/">@allyfallon</a> // <a href="https://allisonfallon.com">allisonfallon.com</a>

ARTIST OR COACH?

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We think we know what it means to “be creative” but do we really? Or have we been subtly indoctrinated by a culture that so worships productivity and achievement that we have missed what creativity actually is, what it means, and why it matters? In this season of the podcast, I’ll ask those questions and more. I’ll find some answers, I’m sure, and leave others to a mystery I may never fully understand. I hope you’ll come along with me for the ride.

In this week’s episode, I share two different approaches for getting unstuck and the second one might surprise you. If you’re feeling in the “muck” or like you could use a breakthrough, don’t miss this episode.

Also, here’s a link to the whole poem I share in this episode: Aristotle by Billy Collins

Host: Ally Fallon // @allyfallon // allisonfallon.com

We think we know what it means to “be creative” but do we really? Or have we been subtly indoctrinated by a culture that so worships productivity and achievement that we have missed what creativity actually is, what it means, and why it matters? In this season of the podcast, I’ll ask those questions and more. I’ll find some answers, I’m sure, and leave others to a mystery I may never fully understand. I hope you’ll come along with me for the ride.
In this week’s episode, I share two different approaches for getting unstuck and the second one might surprise you. If you’re feeling in the “muck” or like you could use a breakthrough, don’t miss this episode.
Also, here’s a link to the whole poem I share in this episode: <a href="https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/46706/aristotle">Aristotle by Billy Collins</a>
Host: Ally Fallon // <a href="https://www.instagram.com/allyfallon/">@allyfallon</a> // <a href="https://allisonfallon.com">allisonfallon.com</a>

TO GET UNSTUCK, LET GO

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We think we know what it means to “be creative” but do we really? Or have we been subtly indoctrinated by a culture that so worships productivity and achievement that we have missed what creativity actually is, what it means, and why it matters? In this season of the podcast, I’ll ask those questions and more. I’ll find some answers, I’m sure, and leave others to a mystery I may never fully understand. I hope you’ll come along with me for the ride.

In this week’s episode, I talk about what happens in the middle of the creative process when it looks like what you hoped to create, you may never create. Hopelessness. Despair. Existential dread. It’s quite the uplifting episode. But seriously. I hope you enjoy it and I hope it makes you feel just a little less crazy if you’ve found yourself losing hope.

Host: Ally Fallon // @allyfallon // allisonfallon.com

We think we know what it means to “be creative” but do we really? Or have we been subtly indoctrinated by a culture that so worships productivity and achievement that we have missed what creativity actually is, what it means, and why it matters? In this season of the podcast, I’ll ask those questions and more. I’ll find some answers, I’m sure, and leave others to a mystery I may never fully understand. I hope you’ll come along with me for the ride.
In this week’s episode, I talk about what happens in the middle of the creative process when it looks like what you hoped to create, you may never create. Hopelessness. Despair. Existential dread. It’s quite the uplifting episode. But seriously. I hope you enjoy it and I hope it makes you feel just a little less crazy if you’ve found yourself losing hope.
Host: Ally Fallon // <a href="https://www.instagram.com/allyfallon/">@allyfallon</a> // <a href="https://allisonfallon.com">allisonfallon.com</a>

DISSOLUTION OF EVERYTHING

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We think we know what it means to “be creative” but do we really? Or have we been subtly indoctrinated by a culture that so worships productivity and achievement that we have missed what creativity actually is, what it means, and why it matters? In this season of the podcast, I’ll ask those questions and more. I’ll find some answers, I’m sure, and leave others to a mystery I may never fully understand. I hope you’ll come along with me for the ride.

In today’s episode, I am talking about what role “miracles” plays in our creative work (creative work meaning: building a family, starting a business, creating community, solving problems) and reframe the idea of what a miracle is and what role we play in welcoming the miracle. If you’ve ever found yourself waiting for something spectacular to happen and feeling like it’s out of your hands, you don’t want to miss this episode.

Host: Ally Fallon // @allyfallon // allisonfallon.com

We think we know what it means to “be creative” but do we really? Or have we been subtly indoctrinated by a culture that so worships productivity and achievement that we have missed what creativity actually is, what it means, and why it matters? In this season of the podcast, I’ll ask those questions and more. I’ll find some answers, I’m sure, and leave others to a mystery I may never fully understand. I hope you’ll come along with me for the ride.
In today’s episode, I am talking about what role “miracles” plays in our creative work (creative work meaning: building a family, starting a business, creating community, solving problems) and reframe the idea of what a miracle is and what role we play in welcoming the miracle. If you’ve ever found yourself waiting for something spectacular to happen and feeling like it’s out of your hands, you don’t want to miss this episode.
Host: Ally Fallon // <a href="https://www.instagram.com/allyfallon/">@allyfallon</a> // <a href="https://allisonfallon.com">allisonfallon.com</a>

DON’T MISS THE MIRACLE

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We think we know what it means to “be creative” but do we really? Or have we been subtly indoctrinated by a culture that so worships productivity and achievement that we have missed what creativity actually is, what it means, and why it matters? In this season of the podcast, I’ll ask those questions and more. I’ll find some answers, I’m sure, and leave others to a mystery I may never fully understand. I hope you’ll come along with me for the ride. 

In today’s episode, I talk to my husband Matt about a creative project he’s been working on for four years that didn’t hasn’t gone the way he wanted. We talk about the bizarre mix of money and creativity, what failure has to teach us about success and how knowing your “why” trumps figuring out “how” to bring your vision to life. If you’ve ever failed at something that mattered to you — or if you haven’t even tried because you worried about failing — you don’t want to miss this episode.

Host: Ally Fallon // @allyfallon // allisonfallon.com

We think we know what it means to “be creative” but do we really? Or have we been subtly indoctrinated by a culture that so worships productivity and achievement that we have missed what creativity actually is, what it means, and why it matters? In this season of the podcast, I’ll ask those questions and more. I’ll find some answers, I’m sure, and leave others to a mystery I may never fully understand. I hope you’ll come along with me for the ride. 
In today’s episode, I talk to my husband Matt about a creative project he’s been working on for four years that didn’t hasn’t gone the way he wanted. We talk about the bizarre mix of money and creativity, what failure has to teach us about success and how knowing your “why” trumps figuring out “how” to bring your vision to life. If you’ve ever failed at something that mattered to you — or if you haven’t even tried because you worried about failing — you don’t want to miss this episode.
Host: Ally Fallon // <a href="https://www.instagram.com/allyfallon/">@allyfallon</a> // <a href="https://allisonfallon.com">allisonfallon.com</a>

KNOWING THE WHY > KNOWING THE HOW

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We think we know what it means to “be creative” but do we really? Or have we been subtly indoctrinated by a culture that so worships productivity and achievement that we have missed what creativity actually is, what it means, and why it matters? In this season of the podcast, I’ll ask those questions and more. I’ll find some answers, I’m sure, and leave others to a mystery I may never fully understand. I hope you’ll come along with me for the ride. 

In today’s episode, I explore what it looks like to follow your impulses and share why I’m learning this is an essential element of creativity. “But what if my impulses are selfish? What if they are born from ego? What if they lead you down a dark path?” I’ll explore these questions and more. Whatever you call them — impulses, intuition, or that still, small voice — hearing and responding to that subtle knowing is one important key to creativity. Join me as I share my own experience of hearing and following my impulses.

Host: Ally Fallon // @allyfallon // allisonfallon.com

We think we know what it means to “be creative” but do we really? Or have we been subtly indoctrinated by a culture that so worships productivity and achievement that we have missed what creativity actually is, what it means, and why it matters? In this season of the podcast, I’ll ask those questions and more. I’ll find some answers, I’m sure, and leave others to a mystery I may never fully understand. I hope you’ll come along with me for the ride. 
In today’s episode, I explore what it looks like to follow your impulses and share why I’m learning this is an essential element of creativity. “But what if my impulses are selfish? What if they are born from ego? What if they lead you down a dark path?” I’ll explore these questions and more. Whatever you call them — impulses, intuition, or that still, small voice — hearing and responding to that subtle knowing is one important key to creativity. Join me as I share my own experience of hearing and following my impulses.
Host: Ally Fallon // <a href="https://www.instagram.com/allyfallon/">@allyfallon</a> // <a href="https://allisonfallon.com">allisonfallon.com</a>

FOLLOWING YOUR IMPULSES

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We think we know what it means to “be creative” but do we really? Or have we been subtly indoctrinated by a culture that so worships productivity and achievement that we have missed what creativity actually is, what it means, and why it matters? In this season of the podcast, I’ll ask those questions and more. I’ll find some answers, I’m sure, and leave others to a mystery I may never fully understand. I hope you’ll come along with me for the ride. 

In today’s episode, I unpack the symbolism of the “blank page” and how when we set out to make something, we start with nothing. If creativity is about making something from nothing, then how we view emptiness, silence, boredom and the heavy feeling of “nothing to say” matters. If you’ve ever wanted to create something — a business, a family, a community, a way of life — but had no idea where to start, this episode is for you.

Host: Ally Fallon // @allyfallon // allisonfallon.com

We think we know what it means to “be creative” but do we really? Or have we been subtly indoctrinated by a culture that so worships productivity and achievement that we have missed what creativity actually is, what it means, and why it matters? In this season of the podcast, I’ll ask those questions and more. I’ll find some answers, I’m sure, and leave others to a mystery I may never fully understand. I hope you’ll come along with me for the ride. 
In today’s episode, I unpack the symbolism of the “blank page” and how when we set out to make something, we start with nothing. If creativity is about making something from nothing, then how we view emptiness, silence, boredom and the heavy feeling of “nothing to say” matters. If you’ve ever wanted to create something — a business, a family, a community, a way of life — but had no idea where to start, this episode is for you.
Host: Ally Fallon // <a href="https://www.instagram.com/allyfallon/">@allyfallon</a> // <a href="https://allisonfallon.com">allisonfallon.com</a>

THE BLANK PAGE

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We are all creating the stories of our lives each day. Sometimes it’s hard to believe in a happy ending when were in the middle of chaos – or to understand the transformation we are undergoing when we're being tested over and over again – but I believe we are all here to learn, grow, and discover more of who we are in this life and I want to help you do exactly that. Let’s uncover the meaning of our stories together. The stories we tell ourselves about our life matter – and only we have the power to edit, upgrade or re-write them altogether. Only we have the power to become the hero we want to be. Only we can change the narrative of the story we’re telling ourselves. If we’re sick of being the “girl who got dumped” or the “guy who lost his job” or the “villlan,” the “helper”, etc — what choice do we have? We get creative and we write a new story. As a bestselling author, I’ve learned the principals that make stories tick and I've taken many of my life stories and put them to paper. What I have learned is that stories have a lot to teach us about what matters in life; and that one of the most powerful things you can do to heal is to face your story head-on. To co-create the ending. To uncover the thread that holds the whole thing together. To become the hero you would want to see on the screen. I’ve taught many others how to do this and I want to share these insights with you, too. Everyone wants to make meaning of their story (me included) and it’s never too late. You can become a completely new person with a whole new story in just a few short years. So let’s go on this journey together. Come with me as we explore how to become our authentic selves and live our true stories. We’ll explore personal growth, self-help, psychology, spirituality, and so much more. It’s never too late to rewrite your story.

We are all creating the stories of our lives each day. Sometimes it’s hard to believe in a happy ending when were in the middle of chaos – or to understand the transformation we are undergoing when we're being tested over and over again – but I believe we are all here to learn, grow, and discover more of who we are in this life and I want to help you do exactly that. Let’s uncover the meaning of our stories together. The stories we tell ourselves about our life matter – and only we have the power to edit, upgrade or re-write them altogether. Only we have the power to become the hero we want to be. Only we can change the narrative of the story we’re telling ourselves. If we’re sick of being the “girl who got dumped” or the “guy who lost his job” or the “villlan,” the “helper”, etc — what choice do we have? We get creative and we write a new story. As a bestselling author, I’ve learned the principals that make stories tick and I've taken many of my life stories and put them to paper. What I have learned is that stories have a lot to teach us about what matters in life; and that one of the most powerful things you can do to heal is to face your story head-on. To co-create the ending. To uncover the thread that holds the whole thing together. To become the hero you would want to see on the screen. I’ve taught many others how to do this and I want to share these insights with you, too. Everyone wants to make meaning of their story (me included) and it’s never too late. You can become a completely new person with a whole new story in just a few short years. So let’s go on this journey together. Come with me as we explore how to become our authentic selves and live our true stories. We’ll explore personal growth, self-help, psychology, spirituality, and so much more. It’s never too late to rewrite your story.

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