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This week on Calling in Sick, we’re celebrating a big milestone — ONE YEAR of the podcast! I share why I started this show, what I’ve learned, and how this community has changed me in ways I didn’t expect.

We’re diving into:

⭐ Why I launched Calling in Sick and how this community has healed parts of me I didn’t know needed it

⚡ What I’ve learned about identity, ambition, and practicing what I preach

💡 The limiting beliefs I’ve broken up with and the new mantras that carry me through

🌹 My roses & thorns from year one and what I’m excited for in year two

Whether you’ve been here since day one or just found the pod, this episode is my love letter to you. Thank you for being part of this community, for sharing your stories, and for calling in with me on the good and tough days. Onwards!

xx,

Alex

💬 Comment: What’s one thing this podcast has helped you feel or realize in the last year?

TIMESTAMPS:

Intro:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Calling in Sick!

00:00:50 Alex’s Weekly Update (an ER trip & my TV debut with Born Different)

00:05:02 Alex’s Picks of the Week (top 4 favorites of the year)

Calling in Sick: Year 1 Review

00:09:19 Why I started Calling in Sick

00:13:48 The biggest lessons I’ve learned through the podcast

00:23:08 What I wish I could tell myself one year ago today

00:26:15 What’s ahead for Calling in Sick in year two

Conclusion:

00:27:58 One Brain Cell TV: The Netflix hack you NEED & my favorite shows across 5 different streaming platforms

00:32:59 Thanks so much for listening!!!

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Alex’s Picks of the Week:

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