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I'm on a mission to help you avoid burnout by prioritizing yourself and your goals through actionable, accessible, science-backed content. I know how challenging it can be to focus on yourself when "life gets in the way", and I want to help you live in a proactive-by-design way rather than a reactive-by-default one by harnessing the power of planning. This isn't just about doing more, this is about productivity that is aligned with your true self.
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This is a rebroadcast of my most popular show ever, from three years ago. Stay tuned to the end for the URL for our annual review template. The best way to plan for your new year is to first review the one that’s concluding. For info about our January workshops, visit BYWDreams.com. We’ll teach you how to prioritize yourself, save time, and accomplish your goals.
Happy All-Your-Days! On this podcast we talk about:
1) Thriving during the holidays: Don't survive this holiday season, THRIVE this holiday season! We'll give you a simply way to help you cut down on the stress and enjoy more!
2) Build a Better Brain on Purpose: We discuss an article Alegre read.
3) Annual Review: You can't plan your new year without reflecting on the one that's ending. We'll talk a little bit about how we do that. To get our Annual Review template, visit SmartURL.it/BYWDAnnualReview
The end of every month we reflect, reward, and recalibrate. For more about us, visit our website BYWDreams.com Register for our 1-hour, $27 "Turn your To-Do list into your To-Done list" workshop. SmartURL.it/RegisterWorkshop
If you'd like a copy of our Monthly Course Correct template, visit SmartURL.it/CourseCorrect
Thanks for listening, please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. For more on us, visit our website BYWDreams.com
Every month we lead our alumni group in a monthly course correct. This is based on a concept that we teach in our Harness the Power of Planning course because even when you know where you are going and you have a plan to get there, you need to course correct. The Apollo space missions had course corrections built into their schedules, which is why we do it to. The end of every month we reflect, reward, and recalibrate.
For more about us, visit our website BYWDreams.com
If you'd like a copy of our Monthly Course Correct template, visit TinyURL.com/BYWDCourseCorrect
Links to some of the things we discuss in this episode:
We Should All Be Millionaires https://amzn.to/3rxAiav
Nonviolent Communication https://amzn.to/31lT3me
The Long Time Academy Podcast https://the-long-time-academy.simplecast.com/episodes/welcome-gpd0fg6n
The "Alegre" podcast has been in its chrysalis and is ready to emerge as a beautiful new butterfly: The Beyond Your Wildest Dreams Podcast.Come meet my new co-host, Natascha, and listen to one of our this-is-going-to-blow-your-mind insights about goal setting (this one is about counterproductive visualization...)We're two Ravenclaw, entrepreneur moms who love getting sh!t down and taking names. We want to share our secrets about how we manage to be present, hands-on parents while also ensuring time for our needs and our dreams. If you love brain science, productivity, goal-setting, mindset hacks, and time management tips, this is the place for you! Join our email list smarturl.it/elist Check it out.
My super interesting interview with former U.S. Track and Field star turned oral care entrepreneur, Perry Fields. She talks about her very interesting and windy path to entrepreneurship which all started when she had to figure out how to heal herself from an almost fatal illness.
Find links and show rundowns at AlegreRamos.com/podcast
Become a patron and check out my cool thank you gifts at patreon.com/AlegreRamos
Want to stay up to date on everything? Follow me at SmartURL.it/FollowAlegre and I'll gift you "11 Things That Make My Life Easier and Healthier" as well as my DIY Taco Seasoning.
On this episode, I'll talk about the importance of "one more piece of information." Then, we'll talk to comedienne and sexual health educator, Julie Kottakis, a.k.a. Madge the Vag. Then I'll give you a quick tip to make you more productive that's also--a little bit--fun! Find links and show rundowns at AlegreRamos.com/podcast Become a patron and check out my cook thank you gifts at patreon.com/AlegreRamos. Find out more about everything at AlegreRamos.com and find my cooking webinars at AlegreRamos.teachable.com
On this episode, I'll talk about the importance of celebrating little wins. It's an important way to keep yourself sane and motivated as you work towards your big goals in life. Then we'll be catching up with serial entrepreneur Kalika Yap to talk about an amazing, new, branding tool that is free and insightful, as well as her latest, insightful book recommendations. Finally, I'll give you some tips on how to have lots of summer parties while also minimizing your waste. Find links and show rundowns at AlegreRamos.com/podcast Become a patron and check out my cook thank you gifts at patreon.com/AlegreRamos. Find out more about everything at AlegreRamos.com and find my cooking webinars at AlegreRamos.teachable.com
On this episode, I'll talk about the "Platinum rule." It's a simple but profound variation on the golden rule, and an insightful way to think about your interactions with others. Then you'll hear the second half of my chat with Four-time Emmy winner, and travel show host, Mickela Mallozzi about why she loves to travel alone and we'll hear all about her new podcast. Then I'll share with you my FAVORITE pool toy; it's inexpensive, surprising, and delightful!
Find links and show rundowns at AlegreRamos.com/podcast
Become a patron and check out my cook thank you gifts at patreon.com/AlegreRamos. Find out more about everything at AlegreRamos.com and find my cooking webinars at AlegreRamos.teachable.com
On this episode, I share a communications tool to help you graciously end stalemates. Then I catch up with my friend Christine who answers your HR-related questions. This week, she gives us three tips on how to use email more professionally. Finally, I share with you an easy, delicious tip on how to salvage mealy watermelons. Become a patron and check out my cook thank you gifts at patreon.com/AlegreRamos. Find out more about everything at AlegreRamos.com and find my cooking webinars at AlegreRamos.teachable.com
![Episode 139 01/15/2026 [LIFE DESIGN] The When and What of Tech Boundaries🕰️🫀](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/staging/podcast_uploaded_episode/184727/184727-1768503952958-10e208acb658.jpg "Episode 139 01/15/2026 [LIFE DESIGN] The When and What of Tech Boundaries🕰️🫀")
Originally I just planned to talk about tech boundaries related to when not to use it. It was all very binary, on or off.🕰️ However, given the current state of the world, I expanded this topic a bit to discuss content boundaries as well. ☮️I can tell you from experience: tech boundaries are important for mental outlook and sleep because I haven't been as strict with my boundaries this past week and I've been having literal nightmares and heart palpitations.🫀Next EpisodesJan 22, 2026: Why and How to Be a Lifelong LearnerJan 29, 2026: How to Maintain Long-Term Relationships and When Not ToResources:-Website: http://BYWDreams.com-My books: http://TinyURL.com/BYWDbooks
![Episode 138 01/08/2026 [LIFE DESIGN] When is Enough, Enough 📚](https://s3.castbox.fm/d6/a4/f9/db91f881cbe573459319faa7ff922a3b28_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Episode 138 01/08/2026 [LIFE DESIGN] When is Enough, Enough 📚")
My family is entering the third (and final!) year of something I've been calling "The Grand Edit". As a couple who has been blessed to see our 50s, we've managed to accumulate quite a few things. Did I mean for this process to take three years? No, but hey, it took 50 years for me to get all this stuff, so maybe three is reasonable.Some of the excess abundance are useful (like the many books I plan to read), others are reminders of hobbies that we'll probably never pick up again (2025 was the year I stopped playing soccer because of too many injuries).In this episode, I talk about my own journey of figuring out "when is enough, enough", and it starts with lipsticks and office chairs.Next EpisodesJan 15, 2026: Creating Tech Boundaries for Yourself and Your FamilyJan 22, 2026: Why and How to Be a Lifelong LearnerResources:-A Stoic Guide to Having Enough https://perennial.substack.com/p/a-stoic-guide-to-happiness-the-art-How to Keep House While Drowning https://amzn.to/49sR0we-Get Organized 2026 https://tinyURL.com/getorganized2026 -Website: http://BYWDreams.com-My books: http://TinyURL.com/BYWDbooks
An Annual Review is a great way to put last year to bed 🌘 and open yourself up to all the amazing things coming your way! 🌑Resources mentioned in this podcast:Annual Review Template http://tinyURL.com/BYWDannualreviewLinks:Our website: BYWDreams.comOur paperbacks: TinyURL.com/BYWDbooks
If your arms are full of the past, there is no way to embrace what is to come. This episode will help you release whatever you've been holding on to so you can make space for the exciting opportunities coming your way.Resources mentioned in this podcast:Annual Review Template http://tinyURL.com/BYWDannualreviewEpisode 3, 12/26/17 My #1 tip for creating lasting change in your life and New Year Momentum https://open.spotify.com/episode/0QnxSHKPc5gz6xRSmac5fU?si=HnFSZk6JQoqxxSsg0ggBNAOur website: BYWDreams.comOur paperbacks: TinyURL.com/BYWDbooks
![Episode 135 [LIFE DESIGN] Sewing Up the Old Year 🪡](https://s3.castbox.fm/f0/52/1a/e28bb919f109923848f9be227024f81494_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Episode 135 [LIFE DESIGN] Sewing Up the Old Year 🪡")
I used to get depressed about the end of the holiday season, dragging my feet into the new year with the momentum of a sloth. But now that I have my end of year rituals in place, I look forward to this time of year. Here are the four steps I take to sew up my old year 🪡 so I can put old things to rest and embrace the new goodness headed my way!Next EpisodeDec 25, 2025: Release the Old So You Can Embrace the NewJan 1, 2026: Let's Do an Annual ReviewResources:-My favorite planning tools http://tinyURL.com/shopbywd-Get Organized 2026 https://tinyURL.com/getorganized2026 (Use code PODCAST for 25% off VIP package)-Website: http://BYWDreams.com-My books: http://TinyURL.com/BYWDbooks
![Episode 134 [SPECIAL BONUS!] Preview my "Start Your New Year With a Plan" Mini-Course](https://s3.castbox.fm/56/d3/c7/0498989e7d3b5691fa859d0fba14afb999_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Episode 134 [SPECIAL BONUS!] Preview my \"Start Your New Year With a Plan\" Mini-Course")
You've heard me say "one minute of planning saves you ten minutes of doing." However, when the planning is "big picture" planning, the return on investment is even higher!I used to always get a little depressed around this time of year because I love the holidays so much and the new year seemed like a tiresome challenge that I needed to overcome. However, as I often say, a lot of life is figuring out how you think and figuring out how to overcome any limiting tendencies you might have.Year after year, I wouldn't start planning my year until the end of January or even the beginning of February (gasp!)When I recognized this limiting tendency of mine, I tried something new. I started planning my new year around Thanksgiving. I love Thanksgiving in general, so it created a positive association for me that made me want to keep doing it (aka: habit stacking for those who've heard me say it.)When I started doing this, I found that I enjoyed the holidays even more and looked forward to the new year with EXCITEMENT and MOMENTUM.I want to help you feel that same excitement and momentum! Join my "Get Organized 2026" mini course to get started. This video is the "Before You Start" video and if you like what you see, you can join the roughly 90-minute mini-course at http://TinyURL.com/GetOrganized2026
![Episode 133 12/04/2025 [LIFE DESIGN] Start Your New Year with a PLAN📆](https://s3.castbox.fm/41/20/ea/a40df26733df051c8aa738e80819867dd9_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Episode 133 12/04/2025 [LIFE DESIGN] Start Your New Year with a PLAN📆")
I like to start my annual planning the week of Thanksgiving because it gives me time to "percolate" on the question of "what do I want to do/be/accomplish next year." This is a big, boundaryless question and I find that questions like this are best answered with some writing and contemplation.✍️In this episode I give you some tips and ideas for how you can start thinking about 2026, and if you'd like more guidance from me, I've created a couple of on-demand videos to help guide you through my process for thinking about each year. You can find out more at http://TinyURL.com/GetOrganized2026NEXT EPISODEDec 11, 2025: Interview with my friend, public speaker, and play expert Jeff Harry https://www.rediscoveryourplay.com/Resources:-My favorite planning tools http://tinyURL.com/shopbywd-Get Organized 2026 https://tinyURL.com/getorganized2026 (Use code PODCAST for 25% off VIP package)-Website: http://BYWDreams.com-My books: http://TinyURL.com/BYWDbooks
FOOD. FOOD. FOOD! There can be a lot of food during the holiday season, and with a little planning, you can even make sure that the leftovers feel festive and fun.--------------------------------------Next EpisodesDec 4, 2025:Dec 11, 2025:Resources:-Get Organized 2026 https://tinyURL.com/getorganized2026 (watch the podcast for a special code for 25% off)-Website: http://BYWDreams.com-My books: http://TinyURL.com/BYWDbooks
![Episode 131 11/20/2025 [LIFE DESIGN] Tips for More Effective Communication as we Enter the Holidays 💬🤟🏽](https://s3.castbox.fm/f2/fd/e7/a3e46590b604394a6714afe4a9f625f8d5_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Episode 131 11/20/2025 [LIFE DESIGN] Tips for More Effective Communication as we Enter the Holidays 💬🤟🏽")
It's the time of year when friends and family get together more and sometimes that can lead to challenging conversations. In preparation, I have a chat with my most diplomatic friend who introduced me to the book Non Violent Communication. We talk about ways to have more effective conversations so that everyone can feel better about the interaction and (hopefully) things can move forward rather than devolving into drama. 💬🤟🏽Next EpisodeNov 27, 2025: Planning for Holiday Leftovers (rebroadcast)Dec 3, 2025: Get Organized for 2026Resources:-Non-Violent Communication https://amzn.to/4pkkpij-Get Organized 2026 https://tinyURL.com/getorganized2026 (Use code PODCAST for 25% off)-Website: http://BYWDreams.com-My books: http://TinyURL.com/BYWDbooks
![Episode 130 11/13/2025 [LIFE DESIGN] Finding joy, purpose, and fulfillment with flow state: an interview with Author Diane Allen](https://s3.castbox.fm/8d/9f/c4/62c0e03b78b579c1ade702a1ce82df3f3b_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Episode 130 11/13/2025 [LIFE DESIGN] Finding joy, purpose, and fulfillment with flow state: an interview with Author Diane Allen")
You know that feeling when you are doing something and you lose all track of time, your energy seems limitless, and the rest of the world falls away and it's just you and whatever you're doing?That's you in the flow state.It's euphoric and it gives you a sense that you're doing exactly what you're supposed supposed to be doing.In this episode, I chat with Flow State Expert and Author Diane Allen about how she discovered ways to access flow on purpose and how you can bring it into your work life for more joy and purpose.Next EpisodesNov 20, 2025: A Chat with My Friends about the HolidaysNov 27, 2025: Planning for Holiday Leftovers (rebroadcast)Resources:-MeetWithDianeAllen.com schedule a 20-minute chat with Diane to learn how you can access flow-Get Organized 2026 https://tinyURL.com/getorganized2026 (Use code PODCAST for 25% off)-Website: http://BYWDreams.com-My books: http://TinyURL.com/BYWDbooks
![Episode 129 11/06/2025 [LIFE DESIGN] How Small, Daily Changes Can Add Up to Big Change💪](https://s3.castbox.fm/c0/8f/d6/360417555176e383df76b529d2207ad815_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Episode 129 11/06/2025 [LIFE DESIGN] How Small, Daily Changes Can Add Up to Big Change💪")
In September 2024, I went in for my annual physical and everything seemed "fine". I had no aches or pains to complain of, yes, my clothes fit tighter than they had a year ago but I'm also on the verge of menopause. My body has changed and I didn't have any issues with that.However, all was not as it appeared. For the first time ever, I had elevated blood markers in EIGHT categories: liver enzymes (liver disease concern), all the cholesterols (heart disease concerns), hemoglobin A1C (diabetes concern), APOEB (cardiovascular disease). It was a serious wake-up call.My cholesterol has been inching up every year of perimenopause, so that wasn't completely unexpected, but I realized that it was pulling the rest of my good health along for the ride, so I decided to focus on the cholesterol and the A1C and hope the other things came down with it.ONE YEAR LATER...all but one of the markers is in a healthy zone and I weigh ten pounds less.In this episode, I talk about the small daily changes that have had an outsize impact for me!!! (I'm not a doctor, nor do I play one on TV. This is just my experience.)Next EpisodesNov 13, 2025: Interview with Flow Expert Diane AllenNov 20, 2025: A Chat with My FriendsNov 27, 2025: Planning for Holiday Leftovers (rebroadcast)Resources:-Get Organized 2026 https://tinyURL.com/getorganized2026 (watch the podcast for a special code for 25% off)-Website: http://BYWDreams.com-My books: http://TinyURL.com/BYWDbooks
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