In this episode of Aligned Living, Autumn Swain chats with Alexis Browning, a former healthcare professional turned nonprofit leader, on the power of authentic community. Inspired by a mission trip to Kenya, Alexis left medicine to foster meaningful connections. They dive into why social well-being is essential to overall health and how vulnerability and proximity create deeper relationships. Alexis shares personal insights on embracing connection—even in tough times—and practical ways to build a sense of belonging. This episode is a powerful reminder: We’re not meant to do life alone.

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Where to find our Episode Guest: Alexis Browning

https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexis-browning-853870264/

https://www.instagram.com/a_browning90/

Ep 19: The Heart of Connection: Why Community Matters More Than Ever

Dr. Autumn challenges conventional wisdom about motivation, revealing that it's often a result of action rather than its catalyst. She explores how our decision-making is shaped by emotions, hormones, and physical states, offering practical strategies to align our choices with long-term goals. By understanding the complex interplay between brain and body, listeners learn to make better decisions even when motivation seems elusive.

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Referenced in this episode:

DrLeaf.com [http://drleaf.com/], Podcast: Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess

Ep 18: The Truth About Motivation

In this episode, artist Lionel Daniels reveals the transformative power of aligning passion with purpose. By courageously leaving a six-figure job to pursue art full-time, he demonstrates how trusting one's intuition and maintaining a deep spiritual connection can unlock extraordinary personal and professional fulfillment. Through resilience, prayer, and a commitment to personal growth, Lionel shows listeners that true success comes from embracing authenticity and staying true to one's deepest calling.

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Guest info:

IG: @LionelDanielsArt (Personal), @thestudioshow_ (art show)

Youtube: @thestudioshow_2019 [https://www.youtube.com/@thestudioshow_2019]

Website: www.lioneld.com [http://www.lioneld.com/]

Ep 17: Aligning Passion with Purpose: A Conversation with Artist Lionel Daniels

In this episode of the Aligned Living podcast, Dr. Autumn explores the power of asking good questions, and its potential to transform our lives. She explains how the right questions can unlock personal and professional growth, while the wrong ones—or avoiding questions altogether—can keep us stuck in frustration. Acknowledging the resistance many feel toward questioning familiar beliefs and habits, Dr. Autumn reframes it as an adventure in self-discovery and alignment. She shares practical strategies for crafting impactful questions, like creating an open, nonjudgmental space for inquiry and deeply reflecting on the answers. Drawing from thought leaders and authors, she illustrates how effective questioning fosters curiosity, reduces conflict, and propels us toward genuine evolution and fulfillment.

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Ep 16: The Art of Asking: How Good Questions Fuel Growth  

Ready to thrive, even when life gets tough? In this episode of the Aligned Living podcast, Dr. Autumn reveals how to not just survive, but grow through challenges. She shares her powerful method of how to "sit in the suck”, but do it well—including preparing yourself holistically before life throws its hardest punches. Packed with real-life stories and game-changing tips, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to strengthen their mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional foundation.

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Episode References:

Intentional Sustainable Rhythms (ISR), discussed further in Episode 3: Let the Beat Drop, Finding your Rhythm (Aligned Living with Dr. Autumn)

Ep 15: Finding Your Strength in the Struggle

In this episode of Aligned Living, Dr. Reverend Alex Gee, a transformative community leader, CEO, pastor, podcast host, husband, and father, shares insights from his 40-year journey of integrating holistic wellness into his leadership. Dr. Gee opens up about the challenges and struggles he faced along the way, and how they significantly influenced his personal transformation, which not only improved his physical health, mental focus, and spiritual clarity but also empowered him to lead with renewed energy and wisdom. Emphasizing the importance of balancing the demands of leadership with personal well-being, Dr. Gee offers practical advice on sustainability, avoiding burnout, and the crucial role of spiritual formation in achieving overall wellness.

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How to find our guest, Dr. Alex Gee, and what he’s working on.

Check out his podcast, Black Like Me!

www.alexgee.com [http://www.alexgee.com/]

www.TheBlackCenter.org [http://www.theblackcenter.org/]

www.nehemiah.org [http://www.nehemiah.org/]

LinkedIn: Dr. Alexander Gee

https://www.facebook.com/DrRevAlexGee

Ep 14: A Blueprint for Holistic Leadership with Dr. Alex Gee

In this episode of the Aligned Living podcast, Dr. Autumn unpacks the power of emotions and their impact on our lives, challenging the notion that they are just fleeting feelings. She reveals how emotions shape our decisions, influence our well-being, and why embracing them is an often overlooked key to personal growth. You'll also learn some practical tools for building emotional resilience, plus how aligning your emotional health with your values can lead to a more fulfilled life.

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Referenced in this Episode:

BiblicalCounselingCenter.org [http://biblicalcounselingcenter.org/]

Ep 13: Transforming the Emotional Rollercoaster to an Emotional Revolution

In this episode of the Aligned Living podcast, Coach Autumn explores the role of social wellness on our journey to wholeness. She breaks down the difference between individualism and self-improvement, showing how a self-centered approach can have long-term negative effects. With insights from her own research, Dr. Autumn reveals how our hyper-individualistic culture fosters unhealthy behaviors and isolation. She advocates for a community-oriented mindset, emphasizing the importance of genuine support networks for managing stress, making healthier choices, and achieving holistic wellbeing. Hit listen to learn more!

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Referenced in this Episode:

5 Signs of Individualism (Blog): https://serge.org/blog/5-signs-of-individualism/

Ep 12: Battling the 'Me, Me, Me' Mindset: Embracing Community for True Wellbeing

Feeling overwhelmed by the vast amount of health and fitness information available at your fingertips and struggling to know exactly what steps to take? Coach Autumn gets it! That's why in this episode of the Aligned Living podcast, she shares how you can take a holistic (less stressful!) approach to working out. You'll learn how to break down the essentials into three main "buckets" of fitness: cardiovascular health, muscular strength and endurance, and agility and mobility. Plus, Coach Autumn highlights the significance of variety and consistency in fitness routines to promote overall well-being, rather than just focusing on weight loss or muscle gain.

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Ep 11: Are You Using Your Workout Time Wisely?

In this episode of the Aligned Living podcast, Coach Autumn tackles overcoming plateaus in your spiritual journey. Drawing from her background as a personal trainer and nutrition coach, she explains how spiritual nourishment is a lot like a balanced diet, emphasizing the need for variety in practices like Bible study, prayer, and worship. Discover how to keep your spiritual life dynamic, avoid complacency, and deepen your connection with God.

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Ep 10: How to Get Out of a Spiritual Rut

On this show, I provide tools, inspiration, and practical tips to help guide you in leading a life of wholeness. Whether you hold a leadership role in an organization, corporation, or business, lead a team or initiative in your community, or serve as a leader within your family, this podcast is customized for you. My desire is to assist you in leading from a perspective of holistic well-being. Say peace out to the fatigue, fog and frustration of living in a place that lacks abundant well-being, and join me for a thorough exploration of spiritual, physical, mental, emotional, social, and economic well-being—all in one place! You can discover more at www.autumnswain.com.  Thank you and be well!

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