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ABOUT:

Welcome to "It's Messy, But It's So Good," the podcast that explores the captivating journeys of individuals following their passions and expanding through life's challenges.

Bio:

Alison Pandora, born and adopted in northern New Jersey, is on a journey of self-acceptance and discovery. Once raised in a strict Jehovah’s Witness household, she now channels her experiences into personal growth through yoga, meditation, and mindfulness. Alison runs a wellness business, Alignment 17, offering these practices to local communities. She is also writing a memoir detailing her path of love, evolution, and acceptance.

Podcast Highlights:

Overcoming Early Resistance:

Alison reflects on her strict religious upbringing that initially kept her from yoga and meditation, but transformative experiences led her to embrace these practices.

Life-Changing Yoga Training:

Alison describes how yoga teacher training at Kripalu profoundly changed her, despite initial doubts, leading to personal transformation.

Transforming Anxiety with Mindfulness:

Alison shares how positive self-talk, journaling, and breathwork helped her overcome anxiety and quiet her inner critic.

Growing Alignment 17:

Alison talks about her wellness business, Alignment 17, which offers yoga and meditation to seniors and corporations, making these practices accessible to new audiences.

Writing Her Authentic Journey:

Alison is authoring a book to reveal the full, messy reality of her transformation, aiming to inspire others with her unfiltered story.

Contact:

IG: Alison Pandora
YouTube: alisonpandora7714
Email: alisonpandora@gmail.com
Business Phone Number: 973-475-851

About Your Host:
Fran Medina RN, Empowerment Coach

Fran Medina HWNC-BC is a Board-Certified Holistic Nurse and Life Coach with over 40 years of nursing experience in the art and science of Health and Healing. Fran is a certified facilitator of the Creative Clarity Catalyst Programs based on the Stanford University Creativity in Business MA course. Fran is a co-founder of the Conscious Connection, a creative arts, wellness, and healing network in Hudson Valley, NY. Fran holds certifications in many healing and holistic modalities.

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